Mark this one: "God will provide."

Got an email from Judy Baker about her son's experience with his car...

Forgot to tell you about Jeff's adventure on Tuesday. He was going up into Atlanta, heard a pop in his engine, saw the smoke, pulled over and proceeded to watch his car go up in flames! He tried to take pictures of it with his cell phone but the sun was behind it and he wasn't able to get a good picture. He and Doug are going to the tow lot tomorrow to see what is left and they will get pictures then. It was funny how you mentioned car note in your homily because Jeff's car was paid for! God will provide.

Well thanks for sharing Judy and I am sure God will provide. Thanks for the awesome photo. BTW Judy does the art and environment for our narthex and sanctuary with the help of her trusty sidekick Doug. Enjoy?

wowie look at me

OK so here are some are some awesome photos for the ESA's Rosetta comet chasing probe. It turns out the night they took the night time pictures I was in Budapest, you can see me just under the street like on Madch ter. Enjoy

Waffle House

I love the Waffle House and eat here a little too frequently. This is My WH and I think I am now a regular at the Tyrone WH. I thought I would start with a picture of the outside of My WH. I am going to start writing a bit of the group that I encounter at the WH (with their permission of course, or I will change their names to protect the innocent). WH was packed today, so no time for photos inside...next time OKAY? Peace

Two favorites of mine.

I love typesetting and politics. Well the NYT does a nice job of looking at political bumper stickers and what the typesetting and fontography say about the candidate and their platform. I really enjoyed this on a truly geek level. Enjoy

Black Friday

Well Thanksgiving was a blast, I think I ate too much and still quite full today. Which is about todays post... A few years ago I started going out early in the morning on the day after Thanksgiving, called uh huh...Black Friday. Anyway I usually only go out for free stuff or free with rebate. But today I went out for a digital camera, printer and memory card (and a few gifts). Maureen Lilly and I went out to the Newnan Office Depot, got there about 5:45 AM. We were about 25th in line so I was almost guaranteed getting what I want. The OD employees came through the line asking people what they were there for. Most said a laptop or desktop computer or GPS or some such thing. When the OD girl got to me she said: "What are you here for" I said "Oh I have a few things I need to return...what are all these people doing here???" Luckily she found the humor and told me all the stuff I was there for would be in stock, no problem.
So what to expect from now on? More photos. Here is the first photo taken with my new camera. Enjoy.

Absinthe

When we were in Budapest we tried some Absinthe, quite an experience. Well here are some photos of the insanity inducing liquid.

This is what it looked like ...

This is what it tasted like...

Europe Photos

Ok here they are...Enjoy and let me know if you have any questions.

Photos AIS

Ok, I figured out how to share my online albums, so here is the one from Adventures in Stewardship. I will get the photos from the trip loaded to share ASAP. Enjoy

I am loving this game

Go check this out. It is a simple dice game that I am having quite a bit of with, if you must know. If you need the rules then you can go here...it is simple. Enjoy

Just like my older siblings did...

Caturday

It is Caturday and this is a first post in a while from LOLCats, Enjoy, I did...

Oh the luggage

Right, well the reason for my first post from Europe with the two pieces of luggage was to tell you that for two weeks in Europe that was all the baggage I had with me. Two pieces for two weeks, a new personal best. I think the joy of packing lighter is going to sink in. off to the plane....

C'ya Europe

Well this is my last post from Europe, we are in the lounge at the airport and headed home. I will be flying BUD-JFK-ATL and Michael flew from BUD-CDG-ATL and Paul and Bryan are flying BUD-JFK-LGA-ATL, but we are still hopeful they will be switched to my flights. We had a great time and I am looking forward to being in my own bed with my cats and pup soon. See you soon.

Ooohhh and Ahhhhh

Budapest is quite beautiful. We had a great night here last night and today was wonderful as well. We went up the Castle hill today and went to the National museum, nice stuff. Then we went and saw a church, got some lunch. The view from the large Buda hill looking down on Pest was quite nice. Those were the ooohhh's.
As for the Ahhhh's well we went to the Szechenyi Thermal Bath for some relaxation time. My muscles are really relaxed, if you ever get here, you must go to the bath for some relaxation...even if it is difficult to figure out payment and where to get a towel, etc...
Got to run for dinner. peace

Buda & Pest

Hello readers,
we have made it to Budapest. Our hotel is quite nice and we are still kind of lagging from all the traveling over the past week. I promise to take it easy this last week and come home refreshed as possible. I will have some pictures tomorrow. Peace

Berlin was great

ok it is really late but i thought i would post a thought or two...
I really have enjoyed Berlin, I think maybe next year I will run the marathon here...anyone want to join?
The people the food and the wonderful feeling in this city will draw me back again for sure.
Lazy Sunday today. Here was the schedule as it unfolded:
wake 10:30
Mass 12noon
Lunch 2:15 buffet...mmmm
Post lunch beer 4pm
Nap from 5:-7:30
Dinner 8-10
Bar for beer 10-midnight for St. Martin's Day...costumes and fun times with great Berliners....and now beddy by time. More picture's when I have them.
Budapest tomorrow...Peace

berlin we are here

ok so I have not posted for a while, here are some photos, i will explain them later, enjoy

what happened to padrevic, well...

Ok so we have had three really full days of touring around. I have plenty of pictures to share, but Fr. Michael took my camera to his room and went to bed. So here is a run down with photos to follow, hopefully tomorrow.

Tuesday: we got up and at 'em early, 9:30ish. We went touring the Charles Bridge and Castle area. Lots of fun and a good learning experience. Can you say "defenestration", children? We spent most the morning there then went for lunch late in the afternoon. Now whilst in lunch the heavens opened up and rain started pouring down on the city and our plans to stroll around...the best laid plans, etc... Paul and Michael went to purchase tickets for our trains to Berlin. Bryan wandered around alone and I did as well, then home quickly to hotel because the rain was so miserable. Dinner was great in a wine cellar close to our hotel. We stopped by a bar for a pivo and then to bed.

Wednesday: up and at 'em early 9:59, just in time for breakfast, which was great except for Bryan who showed up a bit late and the women who was the main waiter was not pleased with him. She told him something like: No! All close now! No more! Bryan did get some food and the day was on...right after a mid morning nap. All this time we had no idea where MK was...he was off exploring the city on his own. So the whole group got out of the hotel by about 1:15 and we were off to explore more of the city. We went to Wenceslas Square then poked around the Communist Museum, quite an eye full, to say the least. We all needed some more food so of to a cafeteria for a short/long lunch. Food was okay, service was okay, tummies felt great after so a good outing. Bryan wanted to do some shoppin' so shoppin' he went. MK, PWB and I went to the subway to go out a few stops from the tourist area to see what normal people live like. I have to say I could not have lived there now, and certainly not during the communist revolt. All back to subway, I wanted a massage for my aching feet, neck and back. On Monday I spotted a Thai massage place and told them I would be back for a massage and they still remembered me, thanks to my guardian angel.The massage was great...I will post pictures as soon as I get them. PWB and MK went to try their luck at a casino. We all met back up and went to dinner at a wonderful resturant a great meal was had by all. The decor was quite nice. It did feel a bit like a Sauna, who know maybe my body is going through some changes...who knows. Anyway after dinner we stopped and had another small dessert Gellato,,,,,,mmmmmmmmmmmmmmm
That was enough and we were done for the day at 10pm. Got our hotel for Budapest reserved and all were off to bed, except me. I needed to fill you all in on what is happening. I hope I have been of some help. If you need to know more just let me know. We love answering questions here. Enjoy...next time with pictures. Peacce

Prague...we are here...and...

We are tired! Just a few photos and some commentary then I am off to bed. Our flight was fine, took off on time, and arrived on time...way to go Delta. We got to the hotel but no rooms yet, so we got some hot chocolate and some coffee and started out day. We walked our feet off and ate and drank lots to keep us awake. Enjoy the photos.

The first two photos are three priest enjoying mileage award tickets for Business Elite.
The one below is a priest enjoying coach class accomodations. Looks good huh?

This is Lenka, she took great care of us. She certainly was gracious to us all, just like her name implies. Great job Lenka, THANKS!

Now here is a test, why do you think I took a pict of my luggage? There is something special about this photo, do you know what it is? I will answer in a few days.

These two photos are us sitting at the cafe awaiting our drinks to rouse us up. Nice and quite, then...

Where did all these people come from??? They came to see the Astronomical Clock, and that ended our quite table by the square...;)

This is Fr. Bryan taking a photo.

This is Fr. Paul taking a photo.

This is me with a perfect stranger on the Charles Bridge.

DST...Over

Oks, sos Is realizes thats DST iss overs. Its iss alwayss interestings tos sees hows Masss attendances happens ons thes Sundays afters wes falls backs ors springs forwards...ahs thes joys ofs rollings thes clocks backs ands forwards...anyways befores Is leaves ons vacations Is justs wants tos puts as posts ins heres abouts DST. Ohs thats iss Daylight Saving Time and it is over and so are the extra S's...so enough with them Daylight Saving Time, not Daylight Saving"s" Time, a pet peeve of mine...Enjoy

Su-Do-Ku SWORDFISH

Sorry but I have to geek out on you for a minute.
Oh my my my, well many of you know that I likes me some puzzles. I loves me crossword and sudoku the best. Well if you are an aspiring Sudoku master then you should play todays AJC puzzle. It is not the one on the website but it is the one in the paper. If you do not get the AJC and would like to try this puzzle let me know I will transcribe it for you. Anyway all I can say is SWORDFISH. If you know sudoku then you have probably heard of swordfish...today's puzzle is an excellent way to learn the advanced technique of swordfish (as you know much like Xwing) If you need some help go here for beginners, and here to find out about swordfish and all the other advanced techniques. ENJOY

Virgin Mary?...Maybe

Went to eat at this place and swear I saw the Virgin Mary in the window. Now I am not one to think that Mary is appearing all over the place, but maybe it was just for me. Thanks Mary! Enjoy

Look at this...

Well this piece from the Georgia Bulletin is quite nice. Does my heart good to see how our wonderful parish family featured well in the press. Enjoy

Treat or Trick?

After talking to a few people, sounds like these people had more people than anyone I spoke with. Although Deacon Gayle, said he and his wife had more trick or treaters than they have had in 20+years...guess that is because they moved in from the countryside.
So here is a video of a house that would have been fun to go to for a number of reasons, not the least of which is they seem to be handing out "big candy". Enjoy.

Ooga Halloween Trick Or Treat - Watch more amazing videos here

Rest in Peace Anna Marie

A friend of my family from when I was a child died on Sunday. They had a funeral today at my home parish. I will always remember her unique voice, I can still hear her call my name now. I will also remember the affection she showed me each time we saw each other. I forgive her for cheering for OU... ;-) Here is her obituary from the OKC paper.

Anna Marie Pitcock, born in Holdenville, OK, September 1, 1948, to H.H. (Sonny) and Catherine (Morrison) Pitcock, passed into eternal life on October 28, 2007. Attended Holdenville schools, graduating May 1966, employed after graduation with Holdenville Daily Newspaper as a type verifier. She was also employed as secretary to local Holdenville attorney, George Oliphant . Moved to Oklahoma City area in 1970 and was employed with Oklahoma Department of Public Safety, Drivers License Services, until her retirement in August 2000, after 30 years service. Following her retirement, she was employed by Anthony C. Galier. Longtime member of St. Andrew the Apostle Catholic Church of Moore, OK. She was an avid OU fan since high school, and was especially pleased with her most recent acquisition of a Bob Stoops signed football. Anna Marie enjoyed her halftime phone conversations, discussing the OU games with her uncle, Frank Morrison, of Aurora, CO, working crossword puzzles with her uncle, Frank Morrison, as well as with her friend, Mary 'Susie' Swafford. She also enjoyed crocheting baby afghans for gifts to family and friends. Preceeded in death by her parents and one brother, George H. Pitcock. Survived by two brothers, Jim Pitcock of Moore, OK and Frank Pitcock and wife Kay of Holdenville, OK. Also survived by her uncle, Frank Morrison and wife De of Aurora, CO, and an aunt Marylee Morrison of Del City. Also, surviving is her special adopted family, close friend and nurse, Mary 'Susie' Swafford and her four daughters, Julie, Jo Ann, Nicole (Coley), and Nicole Schuster; Susie's grandsons, Jack Spector, Christopher Cagle, Austin Schuster; and granddaughters, Amber Schuster, Tiffany Spector and most recent arrival of great-granddaughter (6/ 13/07) Catherine Unity Marie Hayes-Adams, daughter of Coley. Many thanks to the medical providers at OU Medical Center including Dr. K. Oommen, Drs. Gary and Rhonda Johnson, Dr. Gary Johnson's nursing staff and the 7th floor nursing staff at Presbyterian for their compassionate care. Thanks to our many friends who extended love and support during her illness. In lieu of flowers, Anna Marie's wish was to make donations to St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital, Memphis, TN, the Building Fund at St. Andrew the Apostle Catholic Church of Moore, OK or your charity of choice. Wake 7:30 pm Wednesday, Resthaven Funeral Home; Mass of Christian Burial Thursday, Nov. 1, 2007, 11:00 am, St. Andrew the Apostle Catholic Church, Moore, OK; lunch served following mass in the Joyce Center, Interment at Holdenville Cemetery, 3:00 pm Thursday.

Keep her family and especially my brother Tony (Anna Marie and Tony were quite close) in your prayers, thanks. Eternal rest grant unto her O Lord, and let Perpetual Light shine upon her. AMEN May she rest in Peace. AMEN May her soul and the souls of all the faithful departed through the Mercy of God rest in Peace. AMEN

VAY-K-SHUN

Get ready, get set...GO-GO's

The sound is not so great but it gets the point across. This Sunday I am leaving for some vacation. This is my first vacation since June and I am really looking forward to it. I will be traveling with my priest buddies (Fr.'s Paul, Bryan, Michael). We are going to Prague, Berlin and Budapest. We are leaving on Delta #62 and returning on Delta #'s 99 and if we get the change 135 if not we will be on #531 (pray that does not happen). We return on 16nov07 late in the evening. I hope to be blogging from Europe now and then when I have the chance. I am hopeful it will be a nice relaxing trip, I would ask for your prayers for an enjoyable and safe journey. If you have been to any of these cities and have any pointers or recommendations email me or put them in the comment box. Thanks.

All Saints

Well today is the Solemnity of All Saints. Rocco has a nice post up over at Whispers...as usual. In it he talks about the tapestries at the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angeles in Los Angeles. I have been a fan of these tapestries since my first visit to the Cathedral. If you get to LA, you must make a stop to see them and this magnificent architecturally modern Cathedral. My favorite feature of the Church are the way all the action radiates from and to the Altar. Of course the tapestries are quite beautiful as well, certainly the Baptism of Christ (see below) is one of my favorites. (side note, when I find them or can commission an artist, the Baptism of Christ is my favorite piece of art) Have a great day. Enjoy

Dough-Nu-Matic

Go read Joel Johnson's piece on this marvelous bit of technology. I think if I had one I would only gain about 25 pounds the first week...okay maybe more. I think maybe the Goza boys would love this little piece of technology goodness. Enjoy

My revenge on the cats

This is for all the times these cats wake me up and generally make my life difficult...you can tell by the way they look they are not happy. Enjoy it while it lasts..ok it only lasted about one minute, but they sure are cute. Lilly went as a sassy little number in a skimpy blouse and Ooti went as a prep from the 1980's.

Hal-O-Een

So the Smashing Pumpkins canceled both of their shows at the Fox...ah well at least my baby will be my PUMPKIN this Halloween. (thanks to Aunt Angela for the costume) I doubt the cats will let me put them in a costume. Enjoy

This song is in my head...

I went to see The Darjeeling Limited last night and I cannot get this song out of my head. This is not a movie for kids and most adults...it is very quirky, very. So if you need an offbeat weird movie, then go, otherwise go see Bella, I hear is it is very good.

Consumers: Fight back!

Consumerist has an excellent post up for fighting for your rights with a corporation. I like this site because they help with people dealing with customer service items. Go check them out. Enjoy.

Nerd Costume

Check this out if you need a good nerd costume. Enjoy

Fell the funny...

Enjoy

what i would give for this...

Man what I would give for a ride up a hill during the middle of a triathlon (or a training ride for that matter). I have seen this all over the internet for a while and I think it is a really cool idea. Go check it out, here.

Remember the Archbishop in prayer

Well if you did not hear it this weekend at Mass, our own Archbishop Wilton Gregory will undergo surgery next Monday 5 November. Please keep him and his doctors and nurses in your prayers. Also why you are at it add Fr. Richard Tibbets in your prayers as well, since he was readmitted to the hospital Saturday night.

Speaking of Birthdays...

I would be remiss if I did not remember my good buddy Craig Evans on his birthday. Happy birthday Craig. This LOLCats is for you and Richard. Enjoy.

Lordy, Lordy...you know the rest

This is Richard Green, he is 40 years old today. Tomorrow he will be sworn in as a lawyer in Utah...so many things happening in a few short days. This plus a great wife, wonderful kids and a new house soon. Happy Birthday Richard.

my priesteem is hurting...but not as much

Well we lost...AGAIN...but this time the score was much closer 40-27 (btw 27 is a new high score for our team). Next week we play St. Theresa's from Douglasville. Neither St. Theresa's team nor ours has won...so someone will win next week for the first time. They are billing this game as the "battle of the basement". It will be 4pm at Our Lady of Mercy, come on out and cheer on our team. Go St. Matthew...Kill murder beat...win the game against St. Theresa!