Madre's Missives

I managed to get myself into a somewhat heated online discussion (how DOES that always happen??) that has taken a turn toward original sin. 

I was asked if I really thought that everything a Christian does is

I am listening to My Better Self Release Date: 13 September, 2005

Christmas Eve is one probably the most crowded night of the year at churches around the world.  Many churches have their pageants and multiple services that day/evening.  The kiddie programs and candlelight services are so popular, there is

I am listening to Now That's What I Call Christmas! Release Date: 23 October, 2001

You know, it's REALLY REALLY cold up here in the great white north.  It's really unpleasant if you don't have a home or job and live on the street because your wife kicked you out and your grandson is in the hospital.  So if some homeless guy can muster up enough joy to sing a happy tune and dance a little jig on the sidewalk, what's the harm in letting him? 

I am listening to Hot Hot Hot Dance Songs Release Date: 28 January, 1997

I ended up working late last night and came home to find myself TRIPLE tagged.  Thanks Bloghardt, Femlem1, and Stan...

I am listening to Because It's Christmas Release Date: 22 October, 1999

"Five hundred twenty-five thousand, six hundred minutes...How do you measure a year in a young man's life?"

Madre has another secret.  I love musicals.  I haven't seen nearly as many as I'd like, but I will go see one when I get the chance.

I saw RENT on stage when it first toured,

I am listening to Rent (1996 Original Broadway Cast) Release Date: 27 August, 1996