Last night, I met a young man with Down's Syndrome at a special night Mass. He told me how much he loved the pictures of the stations of the Cross because "I believe all of it." It was better than any homily I've heard. He was staring at the pictures. 1/2
@alessabocchi
He does well with women until they learn what BPD is. I can imagine it may be charming in the beginning, but that cray cray is unavoidable with BPD.
@ingelramdecoucy
@fasc1nate
I remember the first time I encountered the Japanese fancy toilets with all the buttons. I had to take a slam in the mall. I hit the button out of curiosity and got shot with water all over my back as I was standing up.
@gorettigal
But, wait, there's more... I forgot to mention one additional point. I had some trouble speaking with him. I told him that I don't know if I could sit and watch the crucifixion. His response: "That's why Mary is so special."
@Philosophi_Cat
@rach262003
No progress can begin until this 24yo has a massive reality check. Living in a parent's house at that age is a privilege, not a right (unless the child has some significant disability).
Could I ask y'all to pray for the repose of Monsignor Thomas Shreve of Midlothian, Virginia? I said my first confession to him. They announced his death at Mass this morning. He was a sweet man. Much kindness in his eyes.
@FrMatthewLC
I must admit that I've never once thought of calling up my dudes and asking them to come to church for a special blessing of our bromance.
@__garbo__
@emilykmay
@MegNumbers
I'm a lawyer. It's so weird to me when I represent a male client and they push off everything onto their wives. I would be so pissed if I was the wife. I do estate litigation, and these types tell the wife to do the dirty work in relation to *his* family's estate.
@SwannMarcus89
We moved recently and my old neighbors (big family) were Afghani. They assisted US forces in their former country. Lovely people. *Not that anyone should be bitching about ANY kid getting free ice cream.
@ArlingtonNatl
I grew up near Appomattox. It always impressed me when I visited hearing the stories of mutual honor and respect shown by both sides at the surrender. The nation knew it needed to heal. I cannot comprehend why people get so worked up about it today.
@gorettigal
But, wait, there's more... I forgot to mention one additional point. I had some trouble speaking with him. I told him that I don't know if I could sit and watch the crucifixion. His response: "That's why Mary is so special."
@OliverJia1014
This makes complete sense to me. Tech has gone through major layoffs. These dudes just want jobs. They showed up at an event that prioritized jobs for women. It's not that difficult to understand the motivation.
I had the rare Catholic W today. My pro bio says that I'm Catholic (and active). Most of the time, clients point this out and say, "I used to be Catholic." For the first time in my professional life, a client mentioned this and enthusiastically claimed to be "proudly Catholic."
@TheFoxMatriarch
I have no skin in this game, but I would stress that we have a significant shortage of OBGYNs in many parts of this country (particularly rural).
Does anyone here eat sardines? I keep reading about them as part of a high protein diet. I've bought a few cans but I can't seem to get the courage to eat them.
@AmandaPLuff
@fasc1nate
I only mentioned Japan because of the initial tweet. People have this misconception that all Japanese toilets look like something created by NASA.
I try to keep this stuff private. Could I ask for a quick prayer for my family. My wife and I are at the doctors office waiting on test results we’ve been waiting months to complete and receive.
@Dadmaxxing
@Variety
You are mentioning all movies that were made and intended as blockbusters. People used to go to the movies for ordinary comedies, dramas, horror or rom-coms.
My wife: "What's the password for the safe again?"
Me: "It's the year of the Norman Conquest."
My wife: "What's the Norman Conquest?"
Me: "It's when...."
My wife: "I don't care, just tell me the password."
Me: "I'm trying to help you remember the password."
Today in 1066 Harold Godwineson died at the Battle of Hastings, having reigned for only 281 days. In modern terms, that's 5.73 Trusses or 7.39 Kwartengs.
@ingelramdecoucy
@damintoell
@britpopgroupie
I got a BA in history. My dad told me this joke before graduation:
Q: How do you get the history major off your doorstep?
A: You pay for the pizza.
He had an MBA and thought this was hilarious.
@Joeinblack
@GabrielSyme777
The problem - as I see it - is when e-Trads start disparaging those who frequent the NO. That's something I have consistently seen on this platform. It's so destructive to the Church and their own cause.
@PDamian19
I do agree with others that you need to document your concerns. Don't let it escalate further without complaint. Have you clearly told these co-workers that you find the comments offensive?
@islamicize
There's not one Muslim nation that I look at with envy. Not one single Muslim country that I would ever want to set foot in. I enjoy keeping my hands and my eyes. Also, I have daughters.
I took the family out to brunch at a nice steakhouse after my daughter's first communion. My wife and I had prime rib and drank wine. We came back to the house on a rainy Sunday and took a long nap. It was glorious.
Sad announcement. My daughter asked me “Who is Jimi Hendrix?” I thought this would be a cool binding sesh. I cranked up All Along the Watchtower live. She told me it was “lame” and walked out. In closing, I’m jamming out but also very concerned about America’s future. 🎸
I don't know who needs to hear this, but Chick-fil-A is a restaurant that sells fried chicken sandwiches; it's not a religious movement or denomination.
@BreaktheProblem
@DannyMMorris
I was truly conflicted at the start of this thing, but the repeated stories of Palestinian protesters in our country changed my mind. There is something very sick and twisted among them.
My Facebook account was hacked and then deleted (for supposed nefarious reasons) by Facebook. Whoever hacked must have posted something truly awful. However, I really don’t miss FB at all. The one and only thing I miss is seeing community events.
They publicly removed a ninety-year-old longtime volunteer simply because she didn't understand pronouns in signatures and asked the purpose. That's it.
Please share. This innocent boy was struck by a stray bullet in VA Beach. The bullet is still lodged in his brain and he is in a coma. Please also pray for him. He faces a lifetime of medical costs. 8 years old.
@Goodtweet_man
@SmailliwNitsud
My wife bought me this shirt a few years ago. I was too embarrassed to admit I couldn’t fit in it so I hid it in the back of the closet. She actually asked if I got a new shirt. I’m down nearly 25 lbs. Best day ever.
#walkingonsunshine
I understand conservative reservations about blanket student loan forgiveness. At the same time, a huge portion of our population have student loans. Calling all of them slackers and losers is not a winning strategy. You must also speak to those people if you want to win.