You’ll never get at truth unless you extend a bit beyond it.
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Create the flow and stop the friction.
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Too much of one thing produces the opposite effect.
+++ Rest in Peace, My Dear Father +++
Joseph J Interrante
January 19th, 1920 ~ August 25th, 1974
+ 50 Years Gone Today +
The Best Father Any Little Girl Ever Had
I Love You Daddy!
Requiem æternam dona ei, Domine
Et lux perpetua luceat ei
Te decet hymnus Deus, in Sion
Et tibi reddetur votum in Ierusalem
Exaudi orationem meam
Ad te omnis caro veniet
Requiem æternam dona ei, Domine
Et lux perpetua luceat ei!
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“Blessed are they that mourn: for they shall be comforted.”
Matthew 5:5
From today’s Tridentine Mass:
The angel of the Lord shall encamp round about them that fear Him, and shall deliver them: O taste and see that the Lord is sweet.
Seek ye first the kingdom of God: and all things shall be added unto you, saith the Lord.
Saint Joseph Calasanctius, whose feast we celebrate,
pray for us!
"What Will Become of Us All?"
I would like to share this song by Chvrches (Scottish band), “Death Stranding,” released in 2019…arguably, the year the world began to change. It gives me hope that young people can still be so clued in and sensitive, even if it’s purely intuitive. The artists are always the prophets…
Let’s make a toast to the damned
Waiting for tomorrow
When we’re played out by the band
Drowning out our sorrows
What will become of us now, at the end of time?
We’ll be fine, you and I
Let’s draw a line in the sand
Keep it straight and narrow
We had it all in our hands
We begged and then we borrowed
What will become of us all at the end of love?
When we’ve stopped looking up?
You can take my heart
And hold it together as we fall apart
Maybe together we can make our mark in the stars, we embark
And keep us together as the lights go dark
Let’s tell the truth, just for once
Asking for an answer
Now that it’s all said and done
Nothing really matters
What will become of us all if we dare to dream?
At the end of the scene?
Let’s open up to the sky
Askin’ it for closure
'Least we can say that we tried
But it’s never really over
What will become of us all, at the end of the line?
Will we live? Will we die?
You can take my heart
And hold it together as we fall apart
Maybe together we can make our mark in the stars, we embark
And keep us together as the lights go dark
(Iain Andrew Cook, Martin Clifford Doherty, Lauren Eve Mayberry)
Thought for the Day
“Clarity comes from taking action…How much longer will you avoid doing what you are capable of, in order to continue with what you are comfortable doing?…we have two lives, that second one beginning the moment we appreciate we only have one.”
Simon Alexander Ong
Saint Kateri, on this your feastday, pray for us!
Thought for the Day
“For anybody who’s been in Washington DC for more than 2 terms, you are the oldest profession.”
Chris Martenson You Tube
Peak Prosperity Website
I couldn’t resist putting this up:)
15 Simple Homemaker Hacks!
Being a homemaker for almost 30 years, here are some of my faves…
1) Freshening Blankets/Comforters in Between Washings: Soak a rag in a solution of half water/half Witch Hazel. Go over the blanket with the rag and let air dry, flip the blanket if you need to, and do the other side.
2) Freshening Pets in Between Baths: Soak a rag in a solution of half water/half Apple Cider Vinegar. Sponge bathe your pet. This is also good for your pet’s skin. The Blanket Wash solution above is also great for cleaning your pet’s bottom, as Witch Hazel controls odors. Apple Cider Vinegar and Witch Hazel are non-toxic, but if concerned, please check with your vet.
3) Instant Salad Dressing: You don’t need a cruet for this. Just pour on, toss and serve! All ingredients to taste. Olive Oil, Red Wine Vinegar (small amount unless you really like vinegar), Black Pepper, Dried Lemon Peel, Dried Green Herb of Choice. All natural and healthy!
4) Toothbrush Cleaning/Sanitizing: Soak overnight in any antiseptic mouthwash. Rinse with hot water.
5) Beautiful Hair/Healthy Scalp: Use your conditioner of choice (preferably something more on the natural side). Rub into scalp and throughout hair. Put a shower cap on and leave for 30 minutes. Rinse well.
6) Super Sink/Tub Cleaner: Ever get frustrated with the dishwasher soap (not dish soap) that stays in the bottom of the bottle? Fill the bottle 1/4 way with warm water, shake and use as a cleaner. Very minimal scrubbing necessary! For bad grime, let it sit for a while before rinsing. Seriously, it’s amazing.
7) Free Organizers: Reuse takeout containers, boxes from shipments or shoeboxes. They may not be the most attractive solutions, but if that bothers you, you can have fun with the kids decorating them or painting the boxes. If you like sushi, the containers are usually really cute-I use them as soap and sponge dishes.
8) Better Marriage: Take walks together! It really works.
9) Seasonal Goal-Making: Taking stock of your life 4 times per year can really help in meeting your goals and improving all kinds of things. First pray for guidance. Make a list of what really matters to you and a plan to get it done. Revisit this every 3 months and discuss with your spouse. If you have older children, make it a family affair and you will be teaching them good routines and life examination.
10) Saying No: Minimalism in this culture has become almost a matter of survival. Distractions are everywhere and expectations are high. If anyone judges you, tell them what Our Lord thinks of that: it’s a sin!
11) Save Your Knees: Keep a gardening pad in your home for chores which require you to be on your knees, as a lot of things do. This has been an absolute life-saver for me!
12) The Dusting Kit: Also a life-saver. Get one of those organizers with a handle, that can be easily toted around. Put everything in it you need for quick dusting and cleaning. No thought, just grab your caddy and go! Suggestions: small duster, dusting cloths, cleaning wipes, spray bottle, rags, sponges, vacuum cleaner attachments, extendable duster for cobwebs, gloves.
13) The Cushy Stool: This is for chores that require you to sit, sometimes close to the floor. Get a small stool with a cushion that’s easy to carry around. I’ve found this useful when going through boxes. This is an item that can be hard to find. Vanity stools and ottomans can also work…or buy a stool and adhere a cushion to it!
14) Wonderful Wind Chimes: This is a delightful way to beautify and add charm to your yard. I adore my chimes and I don’t think you can have too many:) My neighbors might think otherwise.
15) Potted Plants: When buying potted plants, look for pots you like and can be re-used. It always makes me feel like I’m getting a deal, because I’m getting a plant AND a pot. (As opposed to plants that come in those ugly cheap thin plastic things.) Pots are a prepper item and useful for many things. You can have a whole food garden in pots. You probably want drainage holes, but it is extremely easy to drill holes if the pots are plastic and it takes about 30 seconds. Most plants don’t like sitting in water too long.
Bonus Hack! Cold-Steeped Iced Tea: I tried this just 2 weekends ago for my son’s birthday. Use 8 teabags per gallon of water. Let steep overnight in fridge. I added a small amount of agave nectar for sweetening and served it in a clear drink dispenser, with slices of lemon and orange. Big hit!
Let us know if found any of these helpful!
Thought for the Day
If You’re Not Making People Uncomfortable,
You’re Doing Something Wrong
Just Sayin
Thought For the Day
If God works with bad candidates, I’m a very good candidate.
Thought for the Day
Life is a vast wood in which only a few paths may be explored.
Prayer Intention
A dear friend of our family’s was visiting her aunt in Mexico. This past Friday, the First Friday of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, both of them were killed in a car accident. Our friend’s name was Virginia and her aunt’s name was Rosa. Both names can be seen as connected with the Blessed Mother. “Virginia,” invoking her perpetual virginity and “Rosa,” may refer to Our Lady’s association with roses, or her title “Rosa Mystica.” This title was given by a 20th century Italian visionary, Pierina Gilli. These apparitions are still under investigation.
Virginia and Rosa had a bond of love in life and a bond in death. Please pray for their dear souls and their loved ones. If you have any of your own intentions, you may email us and we will post them.
Eternal rest grant unto them O Lord and let perpetual light shine upon them!
may they rest in peace.
Amen.
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