Random Thoughts As I Return From California

One common thing about us: we are all different. Quote by student journalist on KOMU.

For me to be a saint means to be myself. Therefore the problem of sancity and salvation is in fact the problem of finding out who I am and of discovering my true self. Thomas Merton, quoted in My Life With The Saints, by James Martin, S.J.

I had a great time in California with Jane and David. We ate, drank, played games, and explored many topics with wonderful conversation. Jane sent me home with the above book. I haven't finished it, but I can already recommend it. It follows the reconversion of a luke warm Catholic through his accidental encounters with lives of the saints. The communion of saints is one of the things that keeps me Catholic, so I am really enjoying his perspective of their influence on his life and spiritual journey. I am also receiving many insights into the lives of these companions on the way.

The summer lies ahead, I have a new grandchild to play with, Becca and Andy will be here soon and we will all be togther for a while, and I am surrounded by family and friends, the two greatest blessings of all. Thanks be to God.

Welcome To The Family III

Welcome Aiden Joseph, our new sweet boy.

Random Thoughts As I Head For California

Sometime it is easier to believe in God than to find Him. Greg Higley, Sunday homily


Religion is flawed because men are flawed. Angels and Demons.


The easiest way to catch a knuckle ball is to let it stop rolling, then pick it up.
Bob Ucher.


California, here I come. Jane is too busy with pastor retirements and the state financial crises to come to Missouri, so the mountain is going to the Muhammed. See you all in a week.