… October was the month of the rosary and I posted asking readers to send me photos and stories of their rosaries or share them on their own blogs. Readers have sent me everything from intricate heirloom rosaries to simple knotted rosaries. The stories that accompanied each were touching, some funny, but all expressed a genuine love and attachment to their rosaries. However, it is what Paul Cat had to say about his rosary that made the most profound impression.... Read more

… my kitty is still not doing well. About 2 weeks ago he was attacked by some animal, some large animal, and it bit off half his face. No exaggeration. It is truly the most grizzly thing I’ve personally seen happen to an animal. I’ll spare you the details. Just pray for the kitty. Kitty means a lot to my son. And pray for me too. My bank account is also sick a result of all Kitty’s medical bills. Read more

October 30th 9am-11:30 am the final day of the 40 Days For Life campaign wraps up for one large prayer vigil outside the local abortion mill, Perferred Women’s Health Center, located at 3220 Latrobe Dr, Charlotte NC 28211 October 30th starting @ 5pm in the Charlotte Catholic High School Chapel a Hierarchial Divine Liturgy and Deacon ordination will be celebrated with Bishop Bura. October 31st @ 12:30pm a Missa Cantanta will be celebrated at St. Ann’s Catholic Church. See you... Read more

… I have a friend leaving shortly for Belmont Abbey to start his novitiate. He has two cats that need to find homes. With no prospects, he may have to take them to a local animal shelter. Please, if you live in North Carolina or really anywhere within driving distance [parts of VA and SC] and can find some space in your home and hearts for two lovable kitties contact me at [email protected]. And here is where I tug on... Read more

… You know those friends that only call you when they need help moving? Every one has a friend like that. Or maybe you are one. Now apply this to our spiritual lives. Do we only call on God when there is a great need or crisis? Do we only make a point to have Him central in our lives at times when it is most convenient for us? Of this I’m terribly guilty. I am a spiritual taker. Sometimes... Read more

… Member’s Only jackets and a magnificent beard. Read more

… a little over a year ago I decided to chronicle by search for Mr. Crescat, and call it “research“. For fifteen+ months I collected data, recorded measurable data, and performed endless experiments [commonly referred to as “dates”]. Overwhelming, the empirical evidence pointed to the only logical hypothesis… I am doing it wrong. Between my social awkwardness and a highly infectious case of foot in mouth disease I have concluded I am going to die alone surrounded by cats. Read more

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… “Mom, instead of trying to learn new recipes why don’t just get good at making one or two?” Read more

… and terribly addictive. Read more