Another mindteaser...

You remember this, don't you. Well here is another one. First with correct answer wins. Good luck!

In Hawaii, if you drop a steel ball weighing five pounds from a height of 45 inches, will it fall more rapidly through water at 20 degrees Fahrenheit or water at 40 degrees Fahrenheit. Or will it make no difference?

UPDATE:So the winner is our seminarian Mark Starr (darn engineers they ruin the fun so quickly, don't they...heheheheh). The correct answer is 40 degrees Fahrenheit. At 20 degrees Fahrenheit the water would be ice.

Stay tuned for more to come. Peace

Serenbe

Well the ladies from St. Benedict in Duluth were here at St. Matthew for 11AM Mass. They had been over at Serenbe for the weekend. They told me they had a wonderful time. If you have not been over to that little slice of heaven in south Fulton county, you should go. They have a number of restaurants and plenty to see and do...or just relax a bit. I have told you about The Hil at Serenbe and how much I love the food. I also really enjoy the Blue Eyed Daisy Bakeshop. Well a few weeks ago on a beautiful day off Friday I went out for a nice lunch and a great hike around the place...is was fantastic. Go see for yourself. Here are my photos. Enjoy.

Too cute

I loves me some Boston Terriers, they are a great breed for a number of different reasons...but they are still Terriers and with Terriers you can always have Terrier Terror. I think the guy in this video is just anthropomorphizing the reaction of his dog (which is what most people do which is quite unfair to non-humans) but it is still a cute video. Enjoy.

UPDATE: See like this...

Mentos+Diet Coke=Fun!

I am sure you have seen some of this fun stuff...



...but this is really amazing stuff. Oh the video is cool as well.

(Photo: Telegraph UK)

I hate bugs...but not like this!

Oh, get over it!

6th Sunday of Easter Bulletin

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Kids...

don't try this stuff at home. Really don't try either one of them...Please!

Argghh

I am in Marietta judging a speech and debate tournament. It is quite a bit of fun. I won't have time to post much today, sorry. Here is a cute video I found over at BoingBoing. It is an infernal machine that would frustrate me to no end...;-) Peace

More from Japan

This time not so weird...but flippin' sweet!

Weird

Ummm....


What is with the guy with the knife and his bandanna?

Take me out to the ballgame...

Out to the ballpark to see the Braves with three of the parishioners. Photos later. Peace

More Pope...WOW

No words are needed. Peace

Speaking of Faith

You already know that I really enjoy Speaking of Faith on NPR. This past Sunday was a really great episode. If you have the time go over and take a listen. I really have enjoyed listening to these different points of view on being faithful to the Gospel and living in a politically charged nation. Enjoy

(photo: Colleen Scheck/Speaking of Faith)

From left to right, Chuck Colson and Greg Boyd listen to Shane Claiborne speak at a session of the National Pastors Convention. Krista Tippett conducted the interview.

It is happening again

You know this happened and basically right under our noses and almost nothing was done to help the people who were being affected. Now this...truly a sad time for us all. Let us pray we will have the courage to act to help and create change in this situation. Peace

Guess who was in DC?

Although they went a week before Pope Benedict XVI showed up, somehow John Shupenus was able to get a photo with the Holy Father. Here are some other photos from their trip to the Shrine of the Immaculate Conception.

LOLz

This one if for my brothers Andy & Mike










This one is for Dr. Tommy, he loves this sketch.






And ending on a humorous/serious note...don't you just love your animals???

Kit is closer than you think

This would be a fun toy to have. Although I am sure being in the car would give me more peace of mind. If all cars had this we could have more parking in smaller spaces and I could actually find a parking space close to the place I am going. Not sure it would help with the parking madness on Sunday. Enjoy

Prayers for a priest

Watch this...even though you might not speak Portuguese

Now watch the video here and read the story as well.

I am sure this is a really tough time for the people involved. Let us keep them all in our prayers. I am sure some of you are thinking that I might do this kind of stunt...and you are correct. I hope they find the priest, soon. Updates when I have them. Peace

Trippy time

I just had to share this beautiful work. Go here and select Clock from the menu on the left. This is a piece done by Christiaan Postma. It is a clock that tells time in a most unique way. If you go to the 3rd slide in the series you will see the clock in action.

The word “three” completely appears when it’s exactly 3 o’clock and will then transform again as time passes. The word “four” begins to appear and at exactly 4 o’clock the word “four” is clearly visible. The word “three” is by then totally vanished and no longer readable.

Over 50...excursion

The Over 50 crowd went to the Monastery of Our Lady of the Holy Spirit last week (I was not invited) but they did get some great photos, thanks to the family of the D'Andrea's. Looks like it was a beautiful day and a great time was had by all. Enjoy

Thompson Baptism

Remember this post? Well I am finally getting around to posting some photos of the Baptism from that morning. Enjoy

Pure Fashion

I went to the Pure Fashion show yesterday, so that I could see some of our St. Matthew girls model some wonderful fashions. It was not just a fashion show, they had some inspirational speakers and some singers and a few dancers, they were even able to help fulfill a Make a Wish happen. It was a nice day with a bunch of young girls having the time of their lives...not so much for a guy my age, but it was still a good day. Our own Rhonda Boyle served as co-coordinator for the entire event, way to go Rhonda. Also good job to all the young women who represented St. Matthew, you did a great job! Here are some photos from the event. And below that you will find a video of the younger Ms. Boyle. Peace

Pope's Visit

I know lots of you like the American Idol kids, well here is Kelly Clarkson singing for the Pope the other day. I will post a few more videos as I find them. Peace

David Conley

You might have heard Deacon Bill mention David Conley in the homily this weekend. Some of you have seen David here on the blog (here and here). David took fourth place in the Lexus of South Atlanta, Star Performing Arts Competition. He won a nice $2000 scholarship, way to go David! Here is his performance from the event. He sang Caldara's Sebben Crudele and Scarlatti's Gia il Sole dal Gange. Enjoy

This is cool-ish

You should know by now that I hate coffee...but I had to share this because it is really cool. I am sure this matters to people who love coffee but for me it all the tech geeky-ness of it. Enjoy

I'm back

I know the posting has been a bit light recently but I am back, so open wide, there is lots to come today and tomorrow. Peace

Rest in Peace

As I mentioned last weekend at Mass, Fr. Leo Holleran's mother Rita passed away last week. If you would like to send him a note with your thoughts and prayers I am sure he would appreciate it very much. May her soul and the souls of all the faithful departed rest in peace.

Rev. Fr. Leo Holleran, M.S.
6618 Granville Court
Frederick, MD 21703

Dog vs. Kid

Humor wins in the end.

Ouch!

This cartoon is difficult to read...enjoy?

More POPE

I forgot to mention in my previous post on the Papal Visit this site, done by the Bishops Conference. Peace

Sunday's Bulletin

Just about to get on a plane but I thought I would get the bulletin up before I leave. I will get the insert up tomorrow.

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Silly wabbit or...

Hey, look at this beach bunny! Upon leaving dinner tonight we saw this little fellow. We went to the beach for dinner and never thought we would see a bunny, but there he was, just thought you would like to see him. Have a great night. Peace

The Pope...cometh

Being away for a few days, I wanted to make sure you knew where to go to find some good coverage of the Pope's arrival and visit. I cannot recommend more highly the Whispers in the Loggia. Rocco has tons of stuff and a good eye for a good Catholic perspective. Enjoy.

Bad weather

I know there might be bad weather where you are but, it is horrible here at the beach. I mean really, look the sun is shining, it is about 65 F, and I had to eat breakfast in the sun...yuck! Well I hope we can all weather these difficult days bravely. Peace

G33ks and Cats

These dorks are great. Cat yodeling! Enjoy

Good golly Ms. Molly

Ok I am leaving to go to south Florida and waiting for my flight to leave. So I have a curious celebrity sighting to pass along. I was sitting here in the Crown Room enjoy my beverage and who should be rolled out in his wheel chair??? I am sure you know already because of the title of this post, it was Little Richard...AAA--OOOOOOOOOO--- As he went by me he said: "Hey there, big fella." In a very macho kind of way. Anyway a brush with fame. Have a great Sunday.

Slow down Sunday

If you are too busy to slow down today, enjoy this slowdown video. Peace

Ahh, the sounds of the internets...the old way

Many of you younger readers will not be sure what this is, for the rest of you enjoy.

Where is Fr. Vic & what is he up too?

Today is a busy one...haircut at 730...then baptism in Duluth at 10...the teach at deacon school for 3 hours...then confessions and Mass. How does he manage? Three days of vacation begin tomorrow! Yiipppeee!!!!

Playing catch-up

And here is some love for all you g33ks out there...

It beats MARTA ads

I am sure there are people getting their cassocks in a twist over this but it is kinda cute and meant to be taken with a good sense of humor. Enjoy

Bulletin & Insert for 13APR08

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I think Rosie is smarter than this

At least I hope so...

Confirmation 2008

We had a great time with Archbishop John F. Donoghue. Here are the photos...enjoy!

Westmoreland voted No

You will remember this post a few weeks ago when I asked you to call our (or your) Congressional Representative. Well here is another chance. You will remember PEPFAR, from this post. Well if finally came to a vote and guess who voted NO, yep, my representative Lynn Westmoreland. You can go see how your Representative voted by going here. Well since my guy voted NO, I called to express my displeasure with his vote. I would encourage you to go find out how your Rep voted and let them know how you feel about the vote. It was a wonderful way to stand up for life, it passed, but some let the opportunity pass them by. So thank those who helped and to those who tried to stand in the way, we are disappointed in you...and keep them all in your prayers. If you need more info about HIV/AIDS you can go here. If you would like more info in Faithful Citizenship, you can go here. Peace

Atlanta Water Gardens

On Friday, after the World of Coke and lunch at the Varsity, we went to Atlanta Water Gardens. It is a lovely place to visit and if you have a water feature in your garden, it is the place to go in Atlanta for supplies. Here are some photos I took and a really cool video I took of some of the fish swimming about. Enjoy

World of Coke

Well I told you last week I continued to see more of Georgia, from a tourist perspective. I had some friends in town so we went to the World of Coca-Cola. We had a nice time touring the museum. I rather like the new museum, I think it flows a bit better. Anyway here are the photo for your enjoyment.

When I saw this Max Headroom mask and remembered when I won a Max Headroom look & act alike contest years ago. I won the top prize, which was a years worth of free movies any AMC theater. It was great, I spent most of that summer going to the movies and watching 2 or 3 movies in a day. Ahhh, the good ol'days!

My arteries cloged as I watched this...

I love it when the lady says: "This is good...just needs more salt." A woman after my own heart. Enjoy

This is really cool

I love design and fontography, I saw this video and thought it was exceptional. Enjoy

A..Maze...Ing

A new feature

The last time I was on a cruise, they had this wacky trivia game. Basically it was a bunch of odd ball questions...I did not win, but next time I should be able to do well. Anyway I thought I would post a question now and then for you to ponder and answer. If you know the answer leave it in the comments to this post...you could win a prize. I will post the answer in a few days. Enjoy

How many grooves are there on each side of a standard 33 1/3 record album that has six songs on each side?

(Photo by Felipe Micaroni Lalli from wiki media)

UPDATE: There is one groove on each side. When you put the needle on the album it follows one groove from the beginning to the end. The person with the correct answer first is Bernie G from OKC. Congratulations Bernie, yes you'is smart!

Slow down Sunday

If you are too busy to slow down today, enjoy this slowdown video. Peace