Well, I'm off to the hospital for my surgery. I would greatly appreciate any prayers you can give me.
Also, if you all would keep my aunt in your prayers. She has cancer.
Thanks everyone. See you all on the other side.
Tuesday, August 29, 2006
I'm off to surgery
Well, I'm off to the hospital for my surgery. I would greatly appreciate any prayers you can give me.
Also, if you all would keep my aunt in your prayers. She has cancer.
Thanks everyone. See you all on the other side.
Also, if you all would keep my aunt in your prayers. She has cancer.
Thanks everyone. See you all on the other side.
Sunday, August 27, 2006
St. John Vianney on Suffering
A Catholic Life has an enlightening post on suffering. Here are a few quotes from the author of the peice, St. John Vianney.Whether we will or not, we must suffer. There are some who suffer like the good thief, and others like the bad thief. They both suffered equally. But one knew how to make his sufferings meritorious, he accepted them in the spirit of reparation, and turning towards Jesus crucified, he received from His mouth these beautiful words: "This day thou shalt be with Me in Paradise. " The other, on the contrary, cried out, uttered imprecations and blasphemies, and expired in the most frightful despair.
Our greatest cross is the fear of crosses.
All this will soon be over.
The good God does not require of us the martyrdom of the body; He requires only the martyrdom of the heart, and of the will.
St. John Vianney on Suffering
A Catholic Life has an enlightening post on suffering. Here are a few quotes from the author of the peice, St. John Vianney.Whether we will or not, we must suffer. There are some who suffer like the good thief, and others like the bad thief. They both suffered equally. But one knew how to make his sufferings meritorious, he accepted them in the spirit of reparation, and turning towards Jesus crucified, he received from His mouth these beautiful words: "This day thou shalt be with Me in Paradise. " The other, on the contrary, cried out, uttered imprecations and blasphemies, and expired in the most frightful despair.
Our greatest cross is the fear of crosses.
All this will soon be over.
The good God does not require of us the martyrdom of the body; He requires only the martyrdom of the heart, and of the will.
Saturday, August 26, 2006
World TV
I have come up with a new way to watch television. I call it World TV. World TV would be a pay-tv set up where you can choose which programs you want from a selection of all the channels in the English speaking world.
I would choose comedy from the BBC such as Keeping Up Appearances, Waiting for God, The Thin Blue Line, Kiss me Kate, Chef!, Red Dwarf, Robot Wars and As Time Goes By.
My selection from the CBC would include The Red Green Show, and another one from S&S Productions that I haven't seen, An American in Canada. Come to think of it, probably almost anything else from S&S Productions would be great.
I would choose comedy from the BBC such as Keeping Up Appearances, Waiting for God, The Thin Blue Line, Kiss me Kate, Chef!, Red Dwarf, Robot Wars and As Time Goes By.
My selection from the CBC would include The Red Green Show, and another one from S&S Productions that I haven't seen, An American in Canada. Come to think of it, probably almost anything else from S&S Productions would be great.
World TV
I have come up with a new way to watch television. I call it World TV. World TV would be a pay-tv set up where you can choose which programs you want from a selection of all the channels in the English speaking world.
I would choose comedy from the BBC such as Keeping Up Appearances, Waiting for God, The Thin Blue Line, Kiss me Kate, Chef!, Red Dwarf, Robot Wars and As Time Goes By.
My selection from the CBC would include The Red Green Show, and another one from S&S Productions that I haven't seen, An American in Canada. Come to think of it, probably almost anything else from S&S Productions would be great.
I would choose comedy from the BBC such as Keeping Up Appearances, Waiting for God, The Thin Blue Line, Kiss me Kate, Chef!, Red Dwarf, Robot Wars and As Time Goes By.
My selection from the CBC would include The Red Green Show, and another one from S&S Productions that I haven't seen, An American in Canada. Come to think of it, probably almost anything else from S&S Productions would be great.
Meet and Converse Meme
I got this meme from Lair of the Catholic Caveman.
Saints
1) Jesus (I know He's not really a "saint" but I couldn't leave Him out!)
2) Mary
3) Saint Therese the Little Flower
4) Saint Peter--I would love to find out what he's really like.
5) Saint Gemma
Those being Canonized
1) John Paul II
2) Mother Teresa
3) Blessed Kateri Tekakwitha
4) Servant of God Claire de Castelbajac--Just read about her today on Shrine of the Holy Whapping.
5) Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen
Heros of my country
1) Lincoln
2) Washington
3) FDR
4) Eleanor Roosevelt
5) Thomas Jefferson
Writers
1) Shakespeare
2) Emily Dickinson
3) Fr. John Corrapi
4) Fr. Benedict Grochel
5) King David/Author of the Psalms
Celebrities
1) Princess Diana
2) Judi Dench
3) Geoffrey Palmer
4) Steve Smith (Red Green)
5) Patricia Routledge
If you could meet and have a deep conversation with any five people on earth, living or dead, from any time period, who would they be?" (Explaining why is optional.)
Name five people from each of the following categories:
Saints, Those in the Process of Being Canonized, Heroes from your native country, Authors/Writers, celebrities.
Saints
1) Jesus (I know He's not really a "saint" but I couldn't leave Him out!)
2) Mary
3) Saint Therese the Little Flower
4) Saint Peter--I would love to find out what he's really like.
5) Saint Gemma
Those being Canonized
1) John Paul II
2) Mother Teresa
3) Blessed Kateri Tekakwitha
4) Servant of God Claire de Castelbajac--Just read about her today on Shrine of the Holy Whapping.
5) Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen
Heros of my country
1) Lincoln
2) Washington
3) FDR
4) Eleanor Roosevelt
5) Thomas Jefferson
Writers
1) Shakespeare
2) Emily Dickinson
3) Fr. John Corrapi
4) Fr. Benedict Grochel
5) King David/Author of the Psalms
Celebrities
1) Princess Diana
2) Judi Dench
3) Geoffrey Palmer
4) Steve Smith (Red Green)
5) Patricia Routledge
Meet and Converse Meme
I got this meme from Lair of the Catholic Caveman.
Saints
1) Jesus (I know He's not really a "saint" but I couldn't leave Him out!)
2) Mary
3) Saint Therese the Little Flower
4) Saint Peter--I would love to find out what he's really like.
5) Saint Gemma
Those being Canonized
1) John Paul II
2) Mother Teresa
3) Blessed Kateri Tekakwitha
4) Servant of God Claire de Castelbajac--Just read about her today on Shrine of the Holy Whapping.
5) Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen
Heros of my country
1) Lincoln
2) Washington
3) FDR
4) Eleanor Roosevelt
5) Thomas Jefferson
Writers
1) Shakespeare
2) Emily Dickinson
3) Fr. John Corrapi
4) Fr. Benedict Grochel
5) King David/Author of the Psalms
Celebrities
1) Princess Diana
2) Judi Dench
3) Geoffrey Palmer
4) Steve Smith (Red Green)
5) Patricia Routledge
If you could meet and have a deep conversation with any five people on earth, living or dead, from any time period, who would they be?" (Explaining why is optional.)
Name five people from each of the following categories:
Saints, Those in the Process of Being Canonized, Heroes from your native country, Authors/Writers, celebrities.
Saints
1) Jesus (I know He's not really a "saint" but I couldn't leave Him out!)
2) Mary
3) Saint Therese the Little Flower
4) Saint Peter--I would love to find out what he's really like.
5) Saint Gemma
Those being Canonized
1) John Paul II
2) Mother Teresa
3) Blessed Kateri Tekakwitha
4) Servant of God Claire de Castelbajac--Just read about her today on Shrine of the Holy Whapping.
5) Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen
Heros of my country
1) Lincoln
2) Washington
3) FDR
4) Eleanor Roosevelt
5) Thomas Jefferson
Writers
1) Shakespeare
2) Emily Dickinson
3) Fr. John Corrapi
4) Fr. Benedict Grochel
5) King David/Author of the Psalms
Celebrities
1) Princess Diana
2) Judi Dench
3) Geoffrey Palmer
4) Steve Smith (Red Green)
5) Patricia Routledge
Memento Mori
Consider this an early All Soul's Day post. I'm afraid that I'll forget all about it once the end of October rolls around. If I do remember, maybe I'll post about it again. I found a thought-provoking, intriguing, slightly disturbing and probably not very accurate site called Death Clock. Basically you put in your stats (height, weight, age, smoking status, gender, temperment) and it gives you the exact date of your death, complete with a clock counting down the seconds you have to live.
As I said, thought provoking, intriguing and slightly disturbing. But, in reality, we all do have a "death clock". We just don't have the url for it!
Memento Mori
Consider this an early All Soul's Day post. I'm afraid that I'll forget all about it once the end of October rolls around. If I do remember, maybe I'll post about it again. I found a thought-provoking, intriguing, slightly disturbing and probably not very accurate site called Death Clock. Basically you put in your stats (height, weight, age, smoking status, gender, temperment) and it gives you the exact date of your death, complete with a clock counting down the seconds you have to live.
As I said, thought provoking, intriguing and slightly disturbing. But, in reality, we all do have a "death clock". We just don't have the url for it!
Friday, August 25, 2006
Children conceived by donors struggle as adults
People who think it is their "right" to have a child or "right" to be pregnant no matter how "alternative" their living circumstances, should read Buffalo Girl's blog. Buffalo Girl is a woman who was conceived by an anonymous donor and is now dealing with the emotional ramifications of her conception.
Donor conceived people struggle with their identity, after years of being told that their donor parent merely donated a "cell"--end of story. It is far from the end of the story for these people who have had half of their heritage belittled for their entire lives.
Buffalo Girl also shows pictures of herself from the age of 2 to adulthood. She even mourns the loss of the ears she was born with, after her mother had them pinned back when she was 7. She has chosen to leave her own children's ears the way they are.
Children are a gift from God and should be loved and accepted as they are--not designed to fit our tastes and lives like window curtains to be thrown out when they no longer suit us.
Donor conceived people struggle with their identity, after years of being told that their donor parent merely donated a "cell"--end of story. It is far from the end of the story for these people who have had half of their heritage belittled for their entire lives.
Buffalo Girl also shows pictures of herself from the age of 2 to adulthood. She even mourns the loss of the ears she was born with, after her mother had them pinned back when she was 7. She has chosen to leave her own children's ears the way they are.
Children are a gift from God and should be loved and accepted as they are--not designed to fit our tastes and lives like window curtains to be thrown out when they no longer suit us.
Children conceived by donors struggle as adults
People who think it is their "right" to have a child or "right" to be pregnant no matter how "alternative" their living circumstances, should read Buffalo Girl's blog. Buffalo Girl is a woman who was conceived by an anonymous donor and is now dealing with the emotional ramifications of her conception.
Donor conceived people struggle with their identity, after years of being told that their donor parent merely donated a "cell"--end of story. It is far from the end of the story for these people who have had half of their heritage belittled for their entire lives.
Buffalo Girl also shows pictures of herself from the age of 2 to adulthood. She even mourns the loss of the ears she was born with, after her mother had them pinned back when she was 7. She has chosen to leave her own children's ears the way they are.
Children are a gift from God and should be loved and accepted as they are--not designed to fit our tastes and lives like window curtains to be thrown out when they no longer suit us.
Donor conceived people struggle with their identity, after years of being told that their donor parent merely donated a "cell"--end of story. It is far from the end of the story for these people who have had half of their heritage belittled for their entire lives.
Buffalo Girl also shows pictures of herself from the age of 2 to adulthood. She even mourns the loss of the ears she was born with, after her mother had them pinned back when she was 7. She has chosen to leave her own children's ears the way they are.
Children are a gift from God and should be loved and accepted as they are--not designed to fit our tastes and lives like window curtains to be thrown out when they no longer suit us.
More ways to endanger women--Plan B
Yesterday the FDA approved the Plan B abortion pill for over the counter use for those 18 and above. This is the first time the FDA has ever approved a drug in a higher concentration for over the counter use, when the lower concentration is still prescription only.
Given the widespread availability of cigarettes and alcohol to those legally too young to obtain them, it is naive at best to think that this abortion pill won't be able to easily fall into the hands of young teen girls without any knowledge of their parents or even their doctors.
I heard this morning, on Catholic radio, that the FDA has confirmed that a man can buy as many of these abortion pills as he wants, over the counter, NO QUESTIONS ASKED!
Wake up!!!! Abortion is NOT "for women"! It is used as a power play by men (and sometimes, other family members of the woman in question).
Actions that may result in conception need to be recognized for what they are. And the fathers of these conceived human beings need to step up to the plate and take care of them, not buy a pill over the counter to kill them.
Given the widespread availability of cigarettes and alcohol to those legally too young to obtain them, it is naive at best to think that this abortion pill won't be able to easily fall into the hands of young teen girls without any knowledge of their parents or even their doctors.
I heard this morning, on Catholic radio, that the FDA has confirmed that a man can buy as many of these abortion pills as he wants, over the counter, NO QUESTIONS ASKED!
Wake up!!!! Abortion is NOT "for women"! It is used as a power play by men (and sometimes, other family members of the woman in question).
Actions that may result in conception need to be recognized for what they are. And the fathers of these conceived human beings need to step up to the plate and take care of them, not buy a pill over the counter to kill them.
More ways to endanger women--Plan B
Yesterday the FDA approved the Plan B abortion pill for over the counter use for those 18 and above. This is the first time the FDA has ever approved a drug in a higher concentration for over the counter use, when the lower concentration is still prescription only.
Given the widespread availability of cigarettes and alcohol to those legally too young to obtain them, it is naive at best to think that this abortion pill won't be able to easily fall into the hands of young teen girls without any knowledge of their parents or even their doctors.
I heard this morning, on Catholic radio, that the FDA has confirmed that a man can buy as many of these abortion pills as he wants, over the counter, NO QUESTIONS ASKED!
Wake up!!!! Abortion is NOT "for women"! It is used as a power play by men (and sometimes, other family members of the woman in question).
Actions that may result in conception need to be recognized for what they are. And the fathers of these conceived human beings need to step up to the plate and take care of them, not buy a pill over the counter to kill them.
Given the widespread availability of cigarettes and alcohol to those legally too young to obtain them, it is naive at best to think that this abortion pill won't be able to easily fall into the hands of young teen girls without any knowledge of their parents or even their doctors.
I heard this morning, on Catholic radio, that the FDA has confirmed that a man can buy as many of these abortion pills as he wants, over the counter, NO QUESTIONS ASKED!
Wake up!!!! Abortion is NOT "for women"! It is used as a power play by men (and sometimes, other family members of the woman in question).
Actions that may result in conception need to be recognized for what they are. And the fathers of these conceived human beings need to step up to the plate and take care of them, not buy a pill over the counter to kill them.
Thursday, August 24, 2006
Sure, you can smoke--in HERE!
This is a picture of a painting that is painted on the ceiling of a smoking room. Appropriate, I think.
I heard about this via Fr. Stephanos. Dilexitprior gave him the link.
Sure, you can smoke--in HERE!
This is a picture of a painting that is painted on the ceiling of a smoking room. Appropriate, I think.
I heard about this via Fr. Stephanos. Dilexitprior gave him the link.
Bye-Bye Pluto!
Meeting in PRAGUE, Czech Republic, 2,500 astronomers from 75 countries declared today that Pluto does not meet the new guidelines to consider it a planet.
Pluto and 2 other heavenly bodies will now be considered dwarf planets: the asteroid Ceres, which was demoted from planet status in the 1880's, and 2003 UB313, an icy object larger than Pluto itself, which is nicknamed "Xena".
Hmmmm...what will this do to the childhood mnemonic device to remember the order of planets...?
Pluto and 2 other heavenly bodies will now be considered dwarf planets: the asteroid Ceres, which was demoted from planet status in the 1880's, and 2003 UB313, an icy object larger than Pluto itself, which is nicknamed "Xena".
Hmmmm...what will this do to the childhood mnemonic device to remember the order of planets...?
Bye-Bye Pluto!
Meeting in PRAGUE, Czech Republic, 2,500 astronomers from 75 countries declared today that Pluto does not meet the new guidelines to consider it a planet.
Pluto and 2 other heavenly bodies will now be considered dwarf planets: the asteroid Ceres, which was demoted from planet status in the 1880's, and 2003 UB313, an icy object larger than Pluto itself, which is nicknamed "Xena".
Hmmmm...what will this do to the childhood mnemonic device to remember the order of planets...?
Pluto and 2 other heavenly bodies will now be considered dwarf planets: the asteroid Ceres, which was demoted from planet status in the 1880's, and 2003 UB313, an icy object larger than Pluto itself, which is nicknamed "Xena".
Hmmmm...what will this do to the childhood mnemonic device to remember the order of planets...?
Wednesday, August 23, 2006
St. Rose of Lima
Today is the Feast of Saint Rose of Lima. Rose was born to Spanish immigrants in Lima, Peru on April 20, 1586 and baptized Isabel. By the time she was confirmed, she was called Rose, which is the name under which she was confirmed.She lived at home in virtual isolation as a Dominican Tertiary where she experienced visions and recieved invisible stigmata. She meditated in her garden and embroidered to raise money to support her family. She was the first person born in the Western Hemisphere to be declared a saint.
Rose is the patroness of the Americas; Central America; embroiderers; florists; gardeners; India; Latin America; Lima, Peru; needle workers; the New World; people ridiculed for their piety; Peru; The Phillipines; the diocese of Santa Rosa, California; South America; vanity; Villareal Samar, Phillipines; and the West Indies.
Saint Rose of Lima, Pray for us!
St. Rose of Lima
Today is the Feast of Saint Rose of Lima. Rose was born to Spanish immigrants in Lima, Peru on April 20, 1586 and baptized Isabel. By the time she was confirmed, she was called Rose, which is the name under which she was confirmed.She lived at home in virtual isolation as a Dominican Tertiary where she experienced visions and recieved invisible stigmata. She meditated in her garden and embroidered to raise money to support her family. She was the first person born in the Western Hemisphere to be declared a saint.
Rose is the patroness of the Americas; Central America; embroiderers; florists; gardeners; India; Latin America; Lima, Peru; needle workers; the New World; people ridiculed for their piety; Peru; The Phillipines; the diocese of Santa Rosa, California; South America; vanity; Villareal Samar, Phillipines; and the West Indies.
Saint Rose of Lima, Pray for us!
Tuesday, August 22, 2006
We Need God
Check out the moving post (along with the incredible picture) over at Spirituality and Mysticism about Spiritual emptiness and a need for belonging. The need for belonging motivates us fallible human beings to do all kinds of less-than-healthy things when really, "only one thing is necessary" and that is God.
Indeed, "love *is* the answer."
Indeed, "love *is* the answer."
We Need God
Check out the moving post (along with the incredible picture) over at Spirituality and Mysticism about Spiritual emptiness and a need for belonging. The need for belonging motivates us fallible human beings to do all kinds of less-than-healthy things when really, "only one thing is necessary" and that is God.
Indeed, "love *is* the answer."
Indeed, "love *is* the answer."
Monday, August 21, 2006
I miss Catholic Answers Forums!
Just wanted to say that Catholic Answers Forums is down for a software upgrade and I am going through withdrawal symptoms! One can always find answers to a variety of questions about Catholicism there and plenty more. It is sorely missed!
I miss Catholic Answers Forums!
Just wanted to say that Catholic Answers Forums is down for a software upgrade and I am going through withdrawal symptoms! One can always find answers to a variety of questions about Catholicism there and plenty more. It is sorely missed!
Saturday, August 19, 2006
Mary Mother of God and Our Mother
Being a baby boomer Catholic, all kinds of weird images often go through my head. This is the Mother of God icon. Its the most beautiful thing I have ever seen.
It put me in mind of the Motherhood of Our Lady and how she watches over us and prays for all of us. It also put me in mind of the McCartney song, "When I find myself in times of trouble, Mother Mary comes to me, speaking words of wisdom--Let it be." Hey, I told you weird images often go through my head!
Mary Mother of God and Our Mother
Being a baby boomer Catholic, all kinds of weird images often go through my head. This is the Mother of God icon. Its the most beautiful thing I have ever seen.
It put me in mind of the Motherhood of Our Lady and how she watches over us and prays for all of us. It also put me in mind of the McCartney song, "When I find myself in times of trouble, Mother Mary comes to me, speaking words of wisdom--Let it be." Hey, I told you weird images often go through my head!
What kind of tea are you?
Oh, yeah!!!
What kind of tea are you?
Raspberry iced tea: Cool and very sweet.
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Raspberry iced tea: Cool and very sweet.
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What kind of tea are you?
Raspberry iced tea: Cool and very sweet.
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What kind of tea are you?
Raspberry iced tea: Cool and very sweet.
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Wednesday, August 16, 2006
Graham on Growing Old
All my life I've been taught how to die, but no one ever taught me how to grow old. - Billy GrahamI recently came across this telling quote by Billy Graham. I think it may say a lot about those of us who believe in an afterlife, but still have to live in today's world with all its challenges. As one's abilities fade with age, it is difficult to continue to feel like a "contributing" member of society. And why is that so important, really, in the long-term scheme of things?
Not knowing a lot about Graham's particular theology, I can't help but wonder if he has any sense of the efficacy of suffering. That peculiarly Catholic idea of "offering up" the crosses that are given to us in this life, for the good of ourselves and others, can go a long way towards alleviating the "why" of that inevitability.
Graham on Growing Old
All my life I've been taught how to die, but no one ever taught me how to grow old. - Billy GrahamI recently came across this telling quote by Billy Graham. I think it may say a lot about those of us who believe in an afterlife, but still have to live in today's world with all its challenges. As one's abilities fade with age, it is difficult to continue to feel like a "contributing" member of society. And why is that so important, really, in the long-term scheme of things?
Not knowing a lot about Graham's particular theology, I can't help but wonder if he has any sense of the efficacy of suffering. That peculiarly Catholic idea of "offering up" the crosses that are given to us in this life, for the good of ourselves and others, can go a long way towards alleviating the "why" of that inevitability.
A Book Meme
Although no one has actually DONE my other meme, I will post a second one:
1. Grab the nearest book.
2. Open the book to page 123.
3. Find the fifth sentence.
4. Post the text of the next 3 sentences on your blog along with these instructions.
5. Don’t you dare dig for that "cool" or "intellectual" book in your closet! I know you were thinking about it! Just pick up whatever is closest.
The book I picked up is All We Know of Heaven by Remy Rougeau. Here is the quote:
1. Grab the nearest book.
2. Open the book to page 123.
3. Find the fifth sentence.
4. Post the text of the next 3 sentences on your blog along with these instructions.
5. Don’t you dare dig for that "cool" or "intellectual" book in your closet! I know you were thinking about it! Just pick up whatever is closest.
The book I picked up is All We Know of Heaven by Remy Rougeau. Here is the quote:
Because Antoine found the name Ngawang unpronounceable, Cello was a good alternative, and the little man did seem a brown, worn-out old instrument.
Dom Jacques Bouvray came to speak with Father Leon and while their guide was thus occupied, the young monks asked Antoine to give them a tour. He took them to the wine cellar, where old Father Cyprien made wine from Australian raisins; to the bakery, where Brother Jules made heavy whole wheat and honey loves each day; and to the scullery, where Father Casimir sliced cheese and laid out portions for the nightly collation.
A Book Meme
Although no one has actually DONE my other meme, I will post a second one:
1. Grab the nearest book.
2. Open the book to page 123.
3. Find the fifth sentence.
4. Post the text of the next 3 sentences on your blog along with these instructions.
5. Don’t you dare dig for that "cool" or "intellectual" book in your closet! I know you were thinking about it! Just pick up whatever is closest.
The book I picked up is All We Know of Heaven by Remy Rougeau. Here is the quote:
1. Grab the nearest book.
2. Open the book to page 123.
3. Find the fifth sentence.
4. Post the text of the next 3 sentences on your blog along with these instructions.
5. Don’t you dare dig for that "cool" or "intellectual" book in your closet! I know you were thinking about it! Just pick up whatever is closest.
The book I picked up is All We Know of Heaven by Remy Rougeau. Here is the quote:
Because Antoine found the name Ngawang unpronounceable, Cello was a good alternative, and the little man did seem a brown, worn-out old instrument.
Dom Jacques Bouvray came to speak with Father Leon and while their guide was thus occupied, the young monks asked Antoine to give them a tour. He took them to the wine cellar, where old Father Cyprien made wine from Australian raisins; to the bakery, where Brother Jules made heavy whole wheat and honey loves each day; and to the scullery, where Father Casimir sliced cheese and laid out portions for the nightly collation.
Generation gap?
I heard on the radio today that a 5 year old girl and her grandmother are missing from Upper Marlboro, Maryland. This is sad, tragic and frightening for the family.
Then I hear that the grandmother is a drug addict.
An entire generation of parents have tried to raise children while doing illegal drugs, and now those addicts are becoming grandparents.
In the recent past, the grandparents have been forced to take up the slack left by druggy boomer parents. Who will raise the children now that the drugged out generation are grandparents?
Hopefully, the parents of these children are wiser than their parents were.
Then I hear that the grandmother is a drug addict.
An entire generation of parents have tried to raise children while doing illegal drugs, and now those addicts are becoming grandparents.
In the recent past, the grandparents have been forced to take up the slack left by druggy boomer parents. Who will raise the children now that the drugged out generation are grandparents?
Hopefully, the parents of these children are wiser than their parents were.
Generation gap?
I heard on the radio today that a 5 year old girl and her grandmother are missing from Upper Marlboro, Maryland. This is sad, tragic and frightening for the family.
Then I hear that the grandmother is a drug addict.
An entire generation of parents have tried to raise children while doing illegal drugs, and now those addicts are becoming grandparents.
In the recent past, the grandparents have been forced to take up the slack left by druggy boomer parents. Who will raise the children now that the drugged out generation are grandparents?
Hopefully, the parents of these children are wiser than their parents were.
Then I hear that the grandmother is a drug addict.
An entire generation of parents have tried to raise children while doing illegal drugs, and now those addicts are becoming grandparents.
In the recent past, the grandparents have been forced to take up the slack left by druggy boomer parents. Who will raise the children now that the drugged out generation are grandparents?
Hopefully, the parents of these children are wiser than their parents were.
Tuesday, August 15, 2006
RIP Mike Douglas
Mike Douglas, 81 year old talk show host of 21 years, died on his birthday Friday, of undetermined causes. May he rest in peace.
RIP Mike Douglas
Mike Douglas, 81 year old talk show host of 21 years, died on his birthday Friday, of undetermined causes. May he rest in peace.
Monday, August 14, 2006
Me Church
Thanks again to Father Stephanos over at Me Monk, Me Meander, for this incredible video about "MeChurch". Wow. This one hits a little too close to home!!
Me Church
Thanks again to Father Stephanos over at Me Monk, Me Meander, for this incredible video about "MeChurch". Wow. This one hits a little too close to home!!
A pieced-together meme
What do you dread about the holiday season?
*Not being able to fulfill the expectations that people have of me when I really want to. Although, truthfully, the holidays are not so "dreadful" anymore in that regard. I'm probably more afraid of not being able to fulfill my own needs and expectations.
List 3 things that you never tire of doing.
*Reading
*Blogging!
*Being with my dog.
What are some things from your childhood that you wish all children could have or experience?
*Being able to be outside for hours at a time without interruption.
*Hours of pretend play.
*Hours of engaging play with no toys or props of any kind.
*The blessing of a faith.
What did you want to be when you grew up?
*When I was in kindergarten, I wanted to be a waitress because I wanted to learn to carry a tray over my head.
*In 2nd grade I wanted to be a nun so I wouldn't have to learn math
(I'd already given up on math at that point!)
*In 4th grade I wanted to be a teacher.
What are some things that people are always surprised to find out about you?
*That I'm related to Robert Fulton.
*That I'm related to Charlemagne.
*That I consider myself shy.
If you've read this far, consider yourself tagged!
*Not being able to fulfill the expectations that people have of me when I really want to. Although, truthfully, the holidays are not so "dreadful" anymore in that regard. I'm probably more afraid of not being able to fulfill my own needs and expectations.
List 3 things that you never tire of doing.
*Reading
*Blogging!
*Being with my dog.
What are some things from your childhood that you wish all children could have or experience?
*Being able to be outside for hours at a time without interruption.
*Hours of pretend play.
*Hours of engaging play with no toys or props of any kind.
*The blessing of a faith.
What did you want to be when you grew up?
*When I was in kindergarten, I wanted to be a waitress because I wanted to learn to carry a tray over my head.
*In 2nd grade I wanted to be a nun so I wouldn't have to learn math
(I'd already given up on math at that point!)
*In 4th grade I wanted to be a teacher.
What are some things that people are always surprised to find out about you?
*That I'm related to Robert Fulton.
*That I'm related to Charlemagne.
*That I consider myself shy.
If you've read this far, consider yourself tagged!
A pieced-together meme
What do you dread about the holiday season?
*Not being able to fulfill the expectations that people have of me when I really want to. Although, truthfully, the holidays are not so "dreadful" anymore in that regard. I'm probably more afraid of not being able to fulfill my own needs and expectations.
List 3 things that you never tire of doing.
*Reading
*Blogging!
*Being with my dog.
What are some things from your childhood that you wish all children could have or experience?
*Being able to be outside for hours at a time without interruption.
*Hours of pretend play.
*Hours of engaging play with no toys or props of any kind.
*The blessing of a faith.
What did you want to be when you grew up?
*When I was in kindergarten, I wanted to be a waitress because I wanted to learn to carry a tray over my head.
*In 2nd grade I wanted to be a nun so I wouldn't have to learn math
(I'd already given up on math at that point!)
*In 4th grade I wanted to be a teacher.
What are some things that people are always surprised to find out about you?
*That I'm related to Robert Fulton.
*That I'm related to Charlemagne.
*That I consider myself shy.
If you've read this far, consider yourself tagged!
*Not being able to fulfill the expectations that people have of me when I really want to. Although, truthfully, the holidays are not so "dreadful" anymore in that regard. I'm probably more afraid of not being able to fulfill my own needs and expectations.
List 3 things that you never tire of doing.
*Reading
*Blogging!
*Being with my dog.
What are some things from your childhood that you wish all children could have or experience?
*Being able to be outside for hours at a time without interruption.
*Hours of pretend play.
*Hours of engaging play with no toys or props of any kind.
*The blessing of a faith.
What did you want to be when you grew up?
*When I was in kindergarten, I wanted to be a waitress because I wanted to learn to carry a tray over my head.
*In 2nd grade I wanted to be a nun so I wouldn't have to learn math
(I'd already given up on math at that point!)
*In 4th grade I wanted to be a teacher.
What are some things that people are always surprised to find out about you?
*That I'm related to Robert Fulton.
*That I'm related to Charlemagne.
*That I consider myself shy.
If you've read this far, consider yourself tagged!
Assumption of Our Lady
"...and if He had prepared a place in heaven for the Apostles,
how much more for His mother;
if Enoch had been translated and Elijah had gone to heaven,
how much more Mary..."
Theoteknos, Bishop of Livias (near Jericho), c. 600 A.D.
Don't forget that tomorrow, Tuesday, August 15, is the Feast of the Assumption of Our Lady, and a holy day of obligation. Go to www.masstimes.org to find churches and times of Mass near you.
Note: You may have to call ahead to find out what time Holy Day Masses are if you are new to that particular parish church.
Thanks so much to A Penitent Blogger for the beautiful quote!
Assumption of Our Lady
"...and if He had prepared a place in heaven for the Apostles,
how much more for His mother;
if Enoch had been translated and Elijah had gone to heaven,
how much more Mary..."
Theoteknos, Bishop of Livias (near Jericho), c. 600 A.D.
Don't forget that tomorrow, Tuesday, August 15, is the Feast of the Assumption of Our Lady, and a holy day of obligation. Go to www.masstimes.org to find churches and times of Mass near you.
Note: You may have to call ahead to find out what time Holy Day Masses are if you are new to that particular parish church.
Thanks so much to A Penitent Blogger for the beautiful quote!
Friday, August 11, 2006
Click on these
I've just discovered two blogs that are a splash of cold ice water in the Catholic Blogging world.
Check out Fr. Erik Richtsteig's Orthometer and The Lair of the Catholic Caveman.
Click on these
I've just discovered two blogs that are a splash of cold ice water in the Catholic Blogging world.
Check out Fr. Erik Richtsteig's Orthometer and The Lair of the Catholic Caveman.
Thursday, August 10, 2006
Wednesday, August 9, 2006
Pre-op preparations
Tomorrow is my pre-op doctor's appointment. DH is very sweetly staying home to come with me. I would be grateful if you would remember me in your prayers.
Today I bought St. Faustina's Diary in hardback, to read during my recuperation. The thing is as thick as the Bible...or a dictionary! It will certainly keep me busy! Other post-op reading will include Peggy Noonan's John Paul the Great--Remembering a Spiritual Father and The Best Loved Poems of Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis.
I'm also (trying) to learn to crochet. I want to get this under my belt a bit before surgery. My dream is to one day make myself a poncho.
Today I bought St. Faustina's Diary in hardback, to read during my recuperation. The thing is as thick as the Bible...or a dictionary! It will certainly keep me busy! Other post-op reading will include Peggy Noonan's John Paul the Great--Remembering a Spiritual Father and The Best Loved Poems of Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis.
I'm also (trying) to learn to crochet. I want to get this under my belt a bit before surgery. My dream is to one day make myself a poncho.
Pre-op preparations
Tomorrow is my pre-op doctor's appointment. DH is very sweetly staying home to come with me. I would be grateful if you would remember me in your prayers.
Today I bought St. Faustina's Diary in hardback, to read during my recuperation. The thing is as thick as the Bible...or a dictionary! It will certainly keep me busy! Other post-op reading will include Peggy Noonan's John Paul the Great--Remembering a Spiritual Father and The Best Loved Poems of Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis.
I'm also (trying) to learn to crochet. I want to get this under my belt a bit before surgery. My dream is to one day make myself a poncho.
Today I bought St. Faustina's Diary in hardback, to read during my recuperation. The thing is as thick as the Bible...or a dictionary! It will certainly keep me busy! Other post-op reading will include Peggy Noonan's John Paul the Great--Remembering a Spiritual Father and The Best Loved Poems of Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis.
I'm also (trying) to learn to crochet. I want to get this under my belt a bit before surgery. My dream is to one day make myself a poncho.
Tuesday, August 8, 2006
Celtic Spirituality
Thanks again to Catholic Answers Forums, I've discovered a wonderful website on Celtic Prayer. There is a lot of great stuff here on Celtic Spirituality. I'll begin by highlighting their 8 Rules of Celtic Spirituality. Rule One: LIFE IS A JOURNEY AND WE ARE ALL PILGRIMS ON THE WAY.
The website suggests that detachment is the key to this rule. Since we are all on a journey, the "stuff" of this life is only here for the purpose of leading us to God. Our job, as the old Catechism states, is to "know God, to love Him, to serve Him in this life, and to be with Him forever in the next."
Rule Two: THE SPIRITUAL AND THE PHYSICAL MAKE UP THE REAL WORLD; THEREFORE, OUR PRAYER LIFE IS OUR WHOLE LIFE.
This rule is characteristic of Benedictine Spirituality as well. One's spirituality should be a part of the everyday tapestry of daily life. All work is sacred, and, as such, should be offered up to God each day.
Hospitality is a part of this rule, as it is also a part of the Rule of St. Benedict. As many saints have told us, Jesus often comes to us in the guise of others who need us; who need our prayers and our hospitality.
Rule Three: REVERENCE CREATION AND HER CREATURES, FOR THEY ARE WINDOWS TO GOD.
This, of course, brings to mind St. Francis of Assisi. Creation is given to us by God and not to be taken for granted, wasted, or abused. God gave us creation to teach us about Love.
Rule Four: THE DOOR TO GOD CAN ONLY BE OPENED BY THE SPIRIT OF SELF-SACRIFICE.
Self sacrifice is what all vocations are about. It is what makes marriage and family work. It is sorely needed in today's society. Part of this idea of sacrifice also includes the unpopular notion of self-denial. Doing without is a necessary part of life and of spirituality. Jesus himself does not say "if you fast" but "when you fast." Remember too, that fasting does not just include food. One can fast from all types of things that are brought into our spirits via our various senses so that we can better hear the Voice of God.
Rule Five: LOVE THE CROSS OF CHRIST BY WHICH WE ARE REDEEMED.
Don't forget the cross. There are those who wear a cross or crucifix merely for decoration, but it was the means of our salvation. Don't be afraid to wear it and reverence it. Hang a crucifix in your home to remind you of God's gift.
Also, don't forget the sign of the cross. It is a way to begin and end all prayer. Parents can make the sign of the cross over their children each night before they go to sleep.
Rule Six: HAVE A DEEP KNOWLEDGE OF AND A REVERENCE FOR THE EMBRACING LOVE OF MARY, THE ANGELS, AND THE SAINTS.
The Communion of Saints is one of the most comforting teachings of our Church. We have waiting for us on the other side, people who have "fought the good fight" and are now interceding for us to God. Make sure you have pictures, holy cards, and icons of the saints. After all, they are our family portraits.
Rule Seven: LOVE THE MASS AND EUCHARIST; PRAY THE SCRIPTURES; CELEBRATE THE SACRAMENT OF PENANCE FREQUENTLY; SEEK OUT A SOUL FRIEND.
The Mass is our salvation on earth. It is where the Lord comes down, Body, Blood, Soul and Divinity, to us, each and every day. What a comfort and privledge we are given while still exiled here. Even when we can't receive the Eucharist, we can make frequent spiritual communions, attend Mass, and Adoration.
There are many ways to read scriptures daily. There are programs to read the bible in a year. There are good study bibles to read on your own. There is also the Divine Office of readings, which gives you some of the Bible daily. Check out the Magnificat Magazine, which gives you morning and evening prayer, the Mass readings, a short reflection, and even a monthly commentary on a sacred work of art. It also has suggested hymns for each day. Truly a wonderful way to pray.
The Sacrament of Penance is a difficult concept for many, even those who are practicing Catholics. From a psychological standpoint alone, though, it is healthy for us to regularly face up to our weaknesses and ask for God's help in overcoming them. The Celtic idea of a Soul Friend (anamarchara) is similar. If your "soul friend"/spiritual director is not your confessor, make sure you don't neglect confession. It is a very powerful and life-changing Sacrament.
Rule Eight: USE THE LORICA
The Lorica is a Celtic prayer that has three aspects. First, it addresses the Holy Trinity. Second, it is immediate and deals with finding God in the world around us--whatever that world happens to be--rural, urban or in between. Third, The Lorica asks God to protect you and your loved ones--not in some nebulous future, but in the immediate--in the "now".
The most famous Lorica is the prayer known as Saint Patrick's Breastplate.
I bind unto myself this day,
The strong name of the Trinity,
By invocation of the same,
The Three in One and One in Three.
Christ be with me, Christ within me,
Christ behind me, Christ before me,
Christ beside me, Christ to win me,
Christ to comfort and restore me.
Christ beneath me, Christ above me,
Christ in quiet, Christ in danger,
Christ in the hearts of all that love me,
Christ in the mouth of friend and stranger.
- From the Lorica of St. Patrick
Celtic Spirituality
Thanks again to Catholic Answers Forums, I've discovered a wonderful website on Celtic Prayer. There is a lot of great stuff here on Celtic Spirituality. I'll begin by highlighting their 8 Rules of Celtic Spirituality. Rule One: LIFE IS A JOURNEY AND WE ARE ALL PILGRIMS ON THE WAY.
The website suggests that detachment is the key to this rule. Since we are all on a journey, the "stuff" of this life is only here for the purpose of leading us to God. Our job, as the old Catechism states, is to "know God, to love Him, to serve Him in this life, and to be with Him forever in the next."
Rule Two: THE SPIRITUAL AND THE PHYSICAL MAKE UP THE REAL WORLD; THEREFORE, OUR PRAYER LIFE IS OUR WHOLE LIFE.
This rule is characteristic of Benedictine Spirituality as well. One's spirituality should be a part of the everyday tapestry of daily life. All work is sacred, and, as such, should be offered up to God each day.
Hospitality is a part of this rule, as it is also a part of the Rule of St. Benedict. As many saints have told us, Jesus often comes to us in the guise of others who need us; who need our prayers and our hospitality.
Rule Three: REVERENCE CREATION AND HER CREATURES, FOR THEY ARE WINDOWS TO GOD.
This, of course, brings to mind St. Francis of Assisi. Creation is given to us by God and not to be taken for granted, wasted, or abused. God gave us creation to teach us about Love.
Rule Four: THE DOOR TO GOD CAN ONLY BE OPENED BY THE SPIRIT OF SELF-SACRIFICE.
Self sacrifice is what all vocations are about. It is what makes marriage and family work. It is sorely needed in today's society. Part of this idea of sacrifice also includes the unpopular notion of self-denial. Doing without is a necessary part of life and of spirituality. Jesus himself does not say "if you fast" but "when you fast." Remember too, that fasting does not just include food. One can fast from all types of things that are brought into our spirits via our various senses so that we can better hear the Voice of God.
Rule Five: LOVE THE CROSS OF CHRIST BY WHICH WE ARE REDEEMED.
Don't forget the cross. There are those who wear a cross or crucifix merely for decoration, but it was the means of our salvation. Don't be afraid to wear it and reverence it. Hang a crucifix in your home to remind you of God's gift.
Also, don't forget the sign of the cross. It is a way to begin and end all prayer. Parents can make the sign of the cross over their children each night before they go to sleep.
Rule Six: HAVE A DEEP KNOWLEDGE OF AND A REVERENCE FOR THE EMBRACING LOVE OF MARY, THE ANGELS, AND THE SAINTS.
The Communion of Saints is one of the most comforting teachings of our Church. We have waiting for us on the other side, people who have "fought the good fight" and are now interceding for us to God. Make sure you have pictures, holy cards, and icons of the saints. After all, they are our family portraits.
Rule Seven: LOVE THE MASS AND EUCHARIST; PRAY THE SCRIPTURES; CELEBRATE THE SACRAMENT OF PENANCE FREQUENTLY; SEEK OUT A SOUL FRIEND.
The Mass is our salvation on earth. It is where the Lord comes down, Body, Blood, Soul and Divinity, to us, each and every day. What a comfort and privledge we are given while still exiled here. Even when we can't receive the Eucharist, we can make frequent spiritual communions, attend Mass, and Adoration.
There are many ways to read scriptures daily. There are programs to read the bible in a year. There are good study bibles to read on your own. There is also the Divine Office of readings, which gives you some of the Bible daily. Check out the Magnificat Magazine, which gives you morning and evening prayer, the Mass readings, a short reflection, and even a monthly commentary on a sacred work of art. It also has suggested hymns for each day. Truly a wonderful way to pray.
The Sacrament of Penance is a difficult concept for many, even those who are practicing Catholics. From a psychological standpoint alone, though, it is healthy for us to regularly face up to our weaknesses and ask for God's help in overcoming them. The Celtic idea of a Soul Friend (anamarchara) is similar. If your "soul friend"/spiritual director is not your confessor, make sure you don't neglect confession. It is a very powerful and life-changing Sacrament.
Rule Eight: USE THE LORICA
The Lorica is a Celtic prayer that has three aspects. First, it addresses the Holy Trinity. Second, it is immediate and deals with finding God in the world around us--whatever that world happens to be--rural, urban or in between. Third, The Lorica asks God to protect you and your loved ones--not in some nebulous future, but in the immediate--in the "now".
The most famous Lorica is the prayer known as Saint Patrick's Breastplate.
I bind unto myself this day,
The strong name of the Trinity,
By invocation of the same,
The Three in One and One in Three.
Christ be with me, Christ within me,
Christ behind me, Christ before me,
Christ beside me, Christ to win me,
Christ to comfort and restore me.
Christ beneath me, Christ above me,
Christ in quiet, Christ in danger,
Christ in the hearts of all that love me,
Christ in the mouth of friend and stranger.
- From the Lorica of St. Patrick
Monday, August 7, 2006
Japanese Catholic Novena for Peace
Thanks go out to Gearoidin of Catholic Answers Forum for pointing out the following.
Every year Catholics in Japan pray a novena for peace for the 9 days from August 6, which is the anniversary of the bombing of Hiroshima, to August 15, which is the anniversary of the end of WWII, as well as the Feast of the Assumption of Mary.
Quite appropriate and timely, I think.
Japanese Catholic Novena for Peace
Thanks go out to Gearoidin of Catholic Answers Forum for pointing out the following.
Every year Catholics in Japan pray a novena for peace for the 9 days from August 6, which is the anniversary of the bombing of Hiroshima, to August 15, which is the anniversary of the end of WWII, as well as the Feast of the Assumption of Mary.
Quite appropriate and timely, I think.
Sunday, August 6, 2006
Roman Catholic Anglican Heritage
Thanks to Shrine of the Holy Whapping for pointing out a particularly satisfying niche site on the web. The Roman Catholic Anglican Heritage Shoppe is just for those of us who are converts/reverts from Anglicanism/Episcopalianism, or maybe those from England. Check it out!
It makes me wish I had an Anglican Use Roman Catholic Parish near me!! God willing--one day!
Roman Catholic Anglican Heritage
Thanks to Shrine of the Holy Whapping for pointing out a particularly satisfying niche site on the web. The Roman Catholic Anglican Heritage Shoppe is just for those of us who are converts/reverts from Anglicanism/Episcopalianism, or maybe those from England. Check it out!
It makes me wish I had an Anglican Use Roman Catholic Parish near me!! God willing--one day!
Greatness
The foundation of greatness is honoring the small things of the present moment, instead of pursuing the idea of greatness.
Eckart Tolle
Greatness
The foundation of greatness is honoring the small things of the present moment, instead of pursuing the idea of greatness.
Eckart Tolle
Thursday, August 3, 2006
Internet Radio
Do you listen to radio over the internet? I've recently discovered a few stations that I like to listen to.
1. BBC
I like Radio 3--Classical, Jazz, World, Arts and Drama
2. EWTN
3. Relevant Radio
Excellent Catholic Radio including Father John Corapi
4. Ancient Faith Radio
Incredible sacred and choral music from the Orthodox tradition
1. BBC
I like Radio 3--Classical, Jazz, World, Arts and Drama
2. EWTN
3. Relevant Radio
Excellent Catholic Radio including Father John Corapi
4. Ancient Faith Radio
Incredible sacred and choral music from the Orthodox tradition
Internet Radio
Do you listen to radio over the internet? I've recently discovered a few stations that I like to listen to.
1. BBC
I like Radio 3--Classical, Jazz, World, Arts and Drama
2. EWTN
3. Relevant Radio
Excellent Catholic Radio including Father John Corapi
4. Ancient Faith Radio
Incredible sacred and choral music from the Orthodox tradition
1. BBC
I like Radio 3--Classical, Jazz, World, Arts and Drama
2. EWTN
3. Relevant Radio
Excellent Catholic Radio including Father John Corapi
4. Ancient Faith Radio
Incredible sacred and choral music from the Orthodox tradition
Wednesday, August 2, 2006
Chill out!
In searching the net for make-ahead recipes for my upcoming surgery, I've discovered a great site called Recipe Source. I especially am LOVING their chilled and cold soup recipes. Perfect for ridiculously hot days like today!
Chill out!
In searching the net for make-ahead recipes for my upcoming surgery, I've discovered a great site called Recipe Source. I especially am LOVING their chilled and cold soup recipes. Perfect for ridiculously hot days like today!
Another quote on silence
Today's Word for the Day is on Silence:
To get the Word for the Day, click on that icon on my sidebar.
To meet everything and everyone in stillness instead of mental noise is the greatest gift you can offer to the universe.
Eckhart Tolle
Stillness Speaks
To get the Word for the Day, click on that icon on my sidebar.
Another quote on silence
Today's Word for the Day is on Silence:
To get the Word for the Day, click on that icon on my sidebar.
To meet everything and everyone in stillness instead of mental noise is the greatest gift you can offer to the universe.
Eckhart Tolle
Stillness Speaks
To get the Word for the Day, click on that icon on my sidebar.
Tuesday, August 1, 2006
August--Month of the Immaculate Heart
August is the month dedicated to the Immaculate Heart of Mary. Normally pictured as a flaming heart surrounded by a wreath of flowers and pierced by swords, the heart of Mary is mentioned twice in Scripture.
Thine own soul, a sword shall pierce. Luke 2:35
Mary kept all these words, pondering them in her heart. Luke 2:19
The Immaculate Heart of Mary symbolizes Mary's interior life of perfect obedience to the will of God. She accepted the sorrows dealt to her in this life, and continues to intercede for us in the life to come.
August--Month of the Immaculate Heart
August is the month dedicated to the Immaculate Heart of Mary. Normally pictured as a flaming heart surrounded by a wreath of flowers and pierced by swords, the heart of Mary is mentioned twice in Scripture.
Thine own soul, a sword shall pierce. Luke 2:35
Mary kept all these words, pondering them in her heart. Luke 2:19
The Immaculate Heart of Mary symbolizes Mary's interior life of perfect obedience to the will of God. She accepted the sorrows dealt to her in this life, and continues to intercede for us in the life to come.
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