Monthly Archives: May 2009

PERSPECTIVE

Posted on May 31, 2009 by Fr. Orthohippo

As a grandfather married to a grandmother, I can attest to this cartoon.  The grandchildren and others (sometimes your own children) do ask such questions.  Just wait and see.

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When times are really tough

Posted on May 29, 2009 by Fr. Orthohippo

Feeling alone and stressed?       Heavy going?         Storm all around?                                                     … Continue reading →

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THE SPIRITUAL BETWEEN TIMES

Posted on May 27, 2009 by Fr. Orthohippo

Spiritual high and low points are those times  which greatly alter or change our lives.  The times between the high/low points are the “between times.” High points, especially, attract and entice us.   Hannah Harnard wrote the allegory “Hinds Feet … Continue reading →

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“BETWEEN TIMES”

Posted on May 25, 2009 by Fr. Orthohippo

Most of our life is spent “between times”.  “Between times” refers to our lives between great highs and/or great lows.  One example:  the apostles were told as they watched Jesus begin His ascension (a low point) to wait for the … Continue reading →

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HOLIDAY THOUGHTS

Posted on May 23, 2009 by Fr. Orthohippo

What part does Remembrance play for you this Memorial Day weekend? Since I’ve gotten older, I spend more time recalling my father and mother, my grandparents, my children’s childhoods, and other special people in my life. Over age 70 as I … Continue reading →

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REALLY?

Posted on May 22, 2009 by Fr. Orthohippo

 What do we do with the luggage? via 2009 May | OrthoCuban.

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SOME REALLY DUMB PIRATES

Posted on May 21, 2009 by Fr. Orthohippo

  Fr. Orthoduck (and Fr. Orthohippo) wishes to congratulate the French on their crafty naval action. The report comes from the Times of London from slightly over two weeks ago. The report just showed up on USA news media yesterday. Three … Continue reading →

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WHAT TO DO?

Posted on May 19, 2009 by Fr. Orthohippo

     How do I find the path of christian service and growth I am to follow? Last Sunday we had a spirited discussion as to what we meant when we described the most important thing a christian is to … Continue reading →

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MDS’s response to a posting by internet monk

Posted on May 17, 2009 by Fr. Orthohippo

This comment by MDS on an internet monk post offers one insight into the variety of christian journeys and growth. I found this sharing profound and honest, and could relate to much in it. To read the original post, use the … Continue reading →

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POPULAR vs OFFICIAL

Posted on May 16, 2009 by Fr. Orthohippo

               Fr. Ernesto (orthocuban) has been writing  a series about negative and positive aspects of popular religiosity. The most powerful example is Thanksgiving Day in the USA. I thought this excerpt from his latest … Continue reading →

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