Blind Willie Johnson

Blind Willie Johnson gospel blues singer and guitarist and evangelist (1897-1945) In 1977, Carl Sagan and a team of researchers were tasked with collecting a representation of Earth and the human experience for sending on the Voyager probe to other life forms in the universe.[39] Among the 27 songs selected for the Voyager Golden Record,…

Gratitude (William F Buckley)

“To fail to experience gratitude when walking through the corridors of the Metropolitan Museum, when listening to the music of Bach or Beethoven, when exercising our freedom to speak, or … to give, or withhold, our assent, is to fail to recognize how much we have received from the great wellsprings of human talent and…

The Lord’s Prayer

Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy Name, thy kingdom come, thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil.…

Henry’s Rules

Dr. Henry S Lodge died at 59 Although Henry’s Rules are a guide to a full life regardless how long you live (Tips adapted from Dr. Henry S. Lodge’s series of health-advice books, “Younger Next Year,” written with Chris Crowley) Harry’s Rules Exercise six (6) days a week for the rest of your life. Do…

Packing Lists

It is always best to travel light, if possible. It is also great to be prepared, while efficient No one wants to lug a heavy suitcase, pack and worry about keeping track of material possessions. Even carrying a coat and umbrella limits your freedom Even so we lived discovering the assortment of Packing Lists online.…

Take a “Hermit Day”

National Hermit Day October 29th We get a “hermit day” once a month, that is, a day in which the monk doesn’t have to be present at any community prayer or community activities. When I get a hermit day, I like to sleep late — that means getting up at 5:30 instead of 3:30 —…

Hector’s List

Hector and the Search for Happiness Movie and Book Making comparisons can spoil your happiness Happiness often comes when least expected Many people only see happiness in their future Many people think happiness comes from having more power or more money Sometimes happiness is not knowing the whole story Happiness is a long walk in…