Nice Guys Finish Last? Depends on One’s Definition of “Nice”

We have discussed Nice Girls, but what about Nice Guys? The standard response to that is: “Yeah, well, you know where Nice Guys finish – last.” Depending on the definition of “nice” in use, this can be quite true. But as with Nice Girls, Nice Guys do not all follow the perceived pattern of “nice” …

Gratitude

A welcome reminder from Mr. John C. Wright! The Leaf of Happiness WARNING! Spoilers below the link.  In her Newberry-Award winning children’s book WHERE THE MOUNTAIN MEETS THE MOON, Grace Lin reports the old Chinese fairy tale concerning the Leaf of Happiness. Once, long ago, a family grew famous for their happiness: uncles, cousins and …

Reposted – Orwell and Lewis: The Supernatural Keeps Breaking In

This piece by Mr. John C. Wright was too good to pass up, readers. Enjoy! Orwell and Lewis: The Supernatural Keeps Breaking In A longtime reader with the Latinate yet indecipherable name of Nostreculsus,  while discussing THAT HIDEOUS STRENGTH by C.S. Lewis, writes: George Orwell reviewed Mr. Lewis’ book, with great appreciation of the concept, …

The Role of the Artist

Mother Teresa of Calcutta once said: “I am a little pencil in God's hands. He does the thinking. He does the writing.” Her statements are here echoed in more depth, through the article linked below. May it be not only an inspiration but a comfort to you, readers: Divine Mercy and the Role of the …

What a Shame

This article got me to tear up a bit, readers. Click the link and see if it will help you, too: Dispelling the Shadows of Shame JUNE 5, 2020 BY FR. DEREK SAKOWSKI I have come to realize that shame is the devil’s tactic of choice in his efforts to ruin our human existence. Certainly he entices …

Reflection for Holy Saturday

Something to think about, readers: The Descent Of Jesus MARCH 28, 2021 FR. DEREK SAKOWSKI We enter another Holy Week. Jesus’ hour has come. Although he begs his Father to allow the cup of suffering to pass, in the end Jesus freely and willingly plunges into his Passion for our sake. He drinks the cup …

Contemplation for Holy Thursday

A good reminder, readers: Awkward: A Holy Thursday Reflection MARCH 28, 2021 GRACE ABRUZZO This year, our Holy Thursday liturgy will be missing a familiar component—the Washing of the Feet. A small if unholy part of me is somewhat relieved. The liturgy is long enough. Surely we’ve sanitized sufficiently this year! And quite frankly, I …

Dance of the Honeybee

Oh, wow! Check it out, readers! Bee Brains Aren't Pea Brains BY FRANK SHERWIN, D.SC. (HON.) THURSDAY, JULY 11, 2019 In 2005, biologists were stunned to discover that humans might not all look the same to honeybees. A study has found that bees can learn to recognize human faces in photos, and remember them for …

Wired to Learn

Follow the link to learn more, readers! Babies Are Born Ready to Read BY BRIAN THOMAS, PH.D. THURSDAY, DECEMBER 17, 2020 Dogs don’t read the words on a page. Neither did Coco, the famous gorilla that learned to communicate using simple hand signs. So what affords humans the unique ability to read and write, and …

A Special Reminder

Enjoy this thoughtful piece, readers: ‘LEGO Movie:’ Overcoming self-doubt to follow God’s call to greatness Fantasy / By John Tuttle Throughout salvation history, God calls individuals who see themselves as terribly unqualified for the tasks He has in store for them. Yet, He calls them to holiness in service nonetheless. These men and women became instruments …