Category Archives: Life

Self-Evident Truths

Posted on July 6, 2013 by Spirit Moments

There are some truths that are self evident, as the Declaration of Independence declares – that all men are created equal; that they are endowed by their Creator with certain inalienable rights; among these rights are life, liberty and the … Continue reading →

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We Are What We Celebrate

Posted on July 4, 2013 by Spirit Moments

The dawning of the 4th of July over the Silicon Valley. Today, the greatest nation on earth celebrates its birthday as a nation. This is one birth that was conceived by choice. The Founding Fathers of this nation consciously and … Continue reading →

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Peter, Paul and Mary

Posted on June 29, 2013 by Spirit Moments

Today is the feast of Saints Peter and Paul. These two apostles are recognized as the prime movers in the spread of the early Christianity, leading missionary efforts, resolving conflicts, clearing confusions, admonishing, teaching and serving the early Christian communites. … Continue reading →

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A Call, A Response, A Mission

Posted on June 28, 2013 by Spirit Moments

When they had finished breakfast, Jesus said to Simon Peter, “Simon, son of John, do you love me more than these?” He said to him, “Yes, Lord; you know that I love you.” Jesus said to him, “Feed my lambs.” … Continue reading →

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There Are People I Remember . . . . In My Life

Posted on June 27, 2013 by Spirit Moments

The other day, someone posted an old picture from Xavier School on Facebook. It elicited a lot of comments and exchanges from former students and colleagues from the past. Some of the people I could easily recall for I have … Continue reading →

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Being Proactive

Posted on June 25, 2013 by Spirit Moments

Life is constant change. From the moment I was born to the day I will die, I am always being transformed into something different and hopefully for the better. I can choose what changes I want to see in my … Continue reading →

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The Super Moon, My Special Birthday Gift

Posted on June 23, 2013 by Spirit Moments

Last night, I went out to take this photo of the ‘Super Moon’. Dark. Somber. Brooding. Kind of melancholic with only the outlines of the landscape visible. This Super Moon is closer to us by some 50,000 miles than when … Continue reading →

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When I’m Sixty-four

Posted on June 22, 2013 by Spirit Moments

I am marking another milestone and passing through another threshold tomorrow. Now, I can really sing one of my favorite Beatles song: “When I’m sixty four!” I feel that I am coming full circle. I am coming back to where … Continue reading →

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My Life Is a Garden

Posted on June 19, 2013 by Spirit Moments

I have had my moments when I thought I could and tried to save the world; or at least change it in a major kind of way; or at the very least make a big contribution that would be the … Continue reading →

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Musings on Fathers’ Day

Posted on June 16, 2013 by Spirit Moments

The curfew tolls the knell of parting day, The lowing herd wind slowly o’er the lea The plowman homeward plods his weary way, And leaves the world to darkness and to me. Thomas Grey One of the joys of coming … Continue reading →

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