Matthew Fontaine (Hmmm - Fontaine - where have I heard that name before?) writes about Halloween at the Episcopal Café. Matthew goes all out for Halloween, trying to scare the living daylights out of both children and adults. However, I especially like the final paragraph of the piece, in which he turns serious.
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Friday, October 31, 2008
Rmj's Halloween Tree
Don't miss this, folks. It's a thing of beauty.
All I'll add is, "Wait until Christmas!"
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All I'll add is, "Wait until Christmas!"
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Congratulations To Erika And Her Beloved!
Erika and her beloved partner tied the knot in a civil partnership in Merrie Olde England. Erika, may you and your beloved have many blessed and happy years together.
I offer you the Priestly Blessing:
The Lord bless you and keep you;
the Lord make his face to shine upon you, and be gracious to you;
the Lord lift up his countenance upon you, and give you peace.
From a humble member of the priesthood of all believers.
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Happy Halloween From Lawrence Welk...
And the Lennon Sisters!
"An' a one, an' a two, an' a three..."
Runs away....
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"An' a one, an' a two, an' a three..."
Runs away....
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Thursday, October 30, 2008
Vote No On Proposition 8
I'm not from California. I'm not gay. I'm not lesbian. I can't vote, but I want to stand in solidarity with my brothers and sisters in California to ask those of you who can to vote "No" to the ban on gay marriage.
My virtual friend IT married her beloved only a couple of weeks ago. They want to stay married for more than a few weeks.
Here is a portion of IT's account of her marriage:
Our wedding last Sunday went off wonderfully, and we have just returned after a relaxing, and largely internet-free, honeymoon which we spent doing nothing in particular. During this time we of course contemplated the remarkable fact of being married and what it means to us.
Of course, it has not changed what we mean to each other. I have loved my beloved partner-spouse for many years with every part of my being, nothing different there.
But what HAS changed is something of our view of our relationship. We were rather surprised to find that we both felt this change.
Read the rest of IT's account at the link above.
What can you do to help in California and elsewhere? Watch the video at Vote No On Prop 8, and then hit the "Donate" button.
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Ann On Her Husband's Recovery From Surgery
[He who must not be named] just talked to his doc --- the path report came back all clear.
No more appt until next year in January. We are here [at the beach] - he is healing well.
Thanks be to God for the good news! Pray that his further healing is speedy and without complications. Thanks for letting us know, Ann. Say "Hi" to nameless from us all.
No more appt until next year in January. We are here [at the beach] - he is healing well.
Thanks be to God for the good news! Pray that his further healing is speedy and without complications. Thanks for letting us know, Ann. Say "Hi" to nameless from us all.
IMPORTANT HEALTH ISSUE FOR WOMEN
Do you have feelings of inadequacy?
Do you suffer from shyness?
Do you sometimes wish you were more assertive?
If you answered yes to any of these questions, ask your doctor or pharmacist about Margaritas.
Margaritas are the safe, natural way to feel better and more confident about yourself and your actions.
Margaritas can help ease you out of your shyness and let you tell the world that you're ready and willing to do just about anything.
You will notice the benefits of Margaritas almost immediately and with a regimen of regular doses you can overcome any obstacles that prevent you from living the life you want to live.
Shyness and awkwardness will be a thing of the past and you will discover many talents you never knew you had. Stop hiding and start living, with Margaritas.
Margaritas may not be right for everyone. Women who are pregnant or nursing should not use Margaritas.
However, women who wouldn't mind nursing or becoming pregnant are encouraged to try it.
Side effects may include:
- Dizziness, nausea, vomiting, incarceration
- Erotic lustfulness
- Loss of motor control
- Loss of clothing
- Loss of money
- Loss of virginity
- Attraction to the same sex
- Table dancing
- Headache
- Dehydration
- Dry mouth
- And a desire to sing Karaoke
WARNING #1 :
The consumption of Margaritas may make you think you are whispering when you are not.
WARNING #2:
The consumption of Margaritas may cause you to tell your friends over and over again that you love them.
WARNING #3:
The consumption of Margaritas may cause you to think you can sing.
WARNING #4:
The consumption of Margaritas may make you think you can logically converse with members of the opposite sex without spitting.
My addendum: Gay men are excluded from that last statement.
I'm not supposed to tell you this, but Jane's book was written under the influence and empowerment of Margaritas.
From my daughter.
Do you suffer from shyness?
Do you sometimes wish you were more assertive?
If you answered yes to any of these questions, ask your doctor or pharmacist about Margaritas.
Margaritas are the safe, natural way to feel better and more confident about yourself and your actions.
Margaritas can help ease you out of your shyness and let you tell the world that you're ready and willing to do just about anything.
You will notice the benefits of Margaritas almost immediately and with a regimen of regular doses you can overcome any obstacles that prevent you from living the life you want to live.
Shyness and awkwardness will be a thing of the past and you will discover many talents you never knew you had. Stop hiding and start living, with Margaritas.
Margaritas may not be right for everyone. Women who are pregnant or nursing should not use Margaritas.
However, women who wouldn't mind nursing or becoming pregnant are encouraged to try it.
Side effects may include:
- Dizziness, nausea, vomiting, incarceration
- Erotic lustfulness
- Loss of motor control
- Loss of clothing
- Loss of money
- Loss of virginity
- Attraction to the same sex
- Table dancing
- Headache
- Dehydration
- Dry mouth
- And a desire to sing Karaoke
WARNING #1 :
The consumption of Margaritas may make you think you are whispering when you are not.
WARNING #2:
The consumption of Margaritas may cause you to tell your friends over and over again that you love them.
WARNING #3:
The consumption of Margaritas may cause you to think you can sing.
WARNING #4:
The consumption of Margaritas may make you think you can logically converse with members of the opposite sex without spitting.
My addendum: Gay men are excluded from that last statement.
I'm not supposed to tell you this, but Jane's book was written under the influence and empowerment of Margaritas.
From my daughter.
Jane R. Will Be Famous!
Our dear friend, Jane Redmont (as we all now know) from Acts of Hope wrote a book. And it was published. Yes, that's true. She's quite a learned woman, and yet she deigns to visit and leave comments at this humble blog. One day, I hope to meet Jane in real life, but for now, we are virtual friends. She is already famous amongst her friends, but now the world will know her and love her as much as we do.
I have pre-ordered her book, so it should arrive any day now. The cover is lovely, and I can't wait to see what's inside. I encourage you to purchase or order from your friendly local bookstore, but however you buy it - just buy it. Once I've read When In Doubt, Sing, I shall tell all. I done art reviews, opera reviews, movie reviews, why not book reviews?
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