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The must read book for ALL Americans


Cover via Amazon I am currently reading a book by Tommy Newberry, The War on Success, this is, by far, one of the best books I have read on the current state of the country, and what the Obama presidency … Continue reading

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What I’m up to


Image by Storm Crypt via Flickr Over the part few days I have been working on a presentation that I have to give in Chicago in August. I am giving a presentation on Communication skills. But unlike normal communication presentations, … Continue reading

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A Good Book


This past Saturday I attended a men’s conference. This was a state wide Catholic men’s conference and the first one I have ever attended. The list of speakers was impressive, but the one I wanted to see was Mathew Kelly, … Continue reading

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The gift of grudge


With Mothers Day upon us, it is time to reflect on our mother, both earthly and those that are no longer with us. The other day I posted a blog about having parents, or better yet, the blog was tong … Continue reading

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Saints


Image via Wikipedia Each day offers new and exciting opportunities, one never knows what one may fine tomorrow. That’s what I love about life, everyday can is new and can be exciting, if we only allow it. One of the … Continue reading

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Stand or Kneel


Yesterday at after our Easter dinner the discussion of the different Parishes that we attend came up and the different practices at each. The Parish I now attend kneels after the reception of Communion until the priest is finished cleaning … Continue reading

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My Life, My Faith.. So Far


Image via Wikipedia As a youth I can remember my faith being a very important part of my life. I use to look forward to CCD class, I went to St. Brendan’s in Detroit, and we would attend CCD after … Continue reading

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I Thirst


“I Thirst” Jesus spoke these worlds from the cross, but do you think Jesus really mean that he wanted a drink? In his hour of need to do think he was thinking about a nice cold glass of wine? I … Continue reading

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Words from a Saint


Image via Wikipedia I have been reading “The Life of Christ” by Bishop Fulton Sheen for Lent, what a wonderful experience. Bishop Sheen has a way with words and way to make the complex seem everyday. I love his wit … Continue reading

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The Church and the Public Square


The past month or so I have been asked or confronted with the statements about the Catholic faith. Most often from Catholics themselves. The questions range from the very basic to the very deep and for the most part the … Continue reading

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