Monthly Archives: February 2014

Jesus says, “Mean Yes When You Say Yes.”

Posted on February 16, 2014 by Rev. Joe Jagodensky, SDS.

I hate when someone comes up to me and asks, ‘What are you doing today?”  I have to answer, “Nothing.”“Oh good,” she says.  “Would you clean the toilets?” “Damn, I think to myself.  Tricked again.”  If only she asked me … Continue reading →

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A String’s Strength

Posted on February 13, 2014 by Rev. Joe Jagodensky, SDS.

“I’ve Got the World On A String” was a popular song declaring satisfaction, ease and comfort during a time of its opposites.  The reeling depression years prompts Harold Arlen’s 1932 song of supposed victory and newly found strength.  He cleverly … Continue reading →

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Frank Almond’s Stolen Violin

Posted on February 12, 2014 by Rev. Joe Jagodensky, SDS.

Gilda Radner said it best, “What’s all this I hear about violins?  What’s the big deal?” It was a big deal in Milwaukee when first stringer Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra, Frank Almond lost a borrowed $5 mil. string leaving a concert.  Two days … Continue reading →

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“Why?”

Posted on February 11, 2014 by Rev. Joe Jagodensky, SDS.

It’s the perfect question to answer with no further questions needed.  It is the one that needs no defense nor can it be argued or dismissed. Full proof or fool proof?  It is totally of our own making which makes … Continue reading →

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The Gratitude Reminder

Posted on February 10, 2014 by Rev. Joe Jagodensky, SDS.

Originally posted on Aunearthed:
The first full work week of 2014 was full on. It is never easy getting back to your work routine especially after you had such a relaxing break. My body did not adjust too well to…

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The Power of Grace

Posted on February 9, 2014 by Rev. Joe Jagodensky, SDS.

She gracefully entered the room and graced us with her presence as she said Grace by saying that we are “full of grace.” How many words can act as a proper noun, adverb, verb and noun?  I can’t think of … Continue reading →

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Obsessed In Wisconsin

Posted on February 8, 2014 by Rev. Joe Jagodensky, SDS.

Shopping Freedom Twenty special days throughout the long year are ideal for shoppers who like to browse uninterrupted and without the crowds. Whether it’s clothing or grocery, the ease of shopping is made easier at least twenty times a year.  … Continue reading →

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Friday Night TV, 1966

Posted on February 8, 2014 by Rev. Joe Jagodensky, SDS.

Friday nights over forty years ago is as crystal clear as if it were today. Piano lessons right after school with the nuns. Many bruised knuckles, but I guessed I deserved them. I had to walk downtown for the lessons. … Continue reading →

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Milwaukee’s “Friday Fish Fry”

Posted on February 8, 2014 by Rev. Joe Jagodensky, SDS.

Around 4:15 p.m. on a Friday afternoon the commotion begins.  All the grade school children have already assembled wearing their bright T-Shirts that announce the evening’s event.  The cooking (or more correctly frying) began hours earlier as these oldsters leave … Continue reading →

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Friday Night and All Alone

Posted on February 8, 2014 by Rev. Joe Jagodensky, SDS.

The worst night of week.  After a week’s worth of work I deserve a night off and out.  Didn’t happen.  Many Friday nights, I was convinced that everyone in the world was having more fun that I presently was having. … Continue reading →

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