I actually had an interesting time of meditation reading the obituaries page. Morbid you say. Not at all. I felt a sense of oneness with those departed, strangers though they be. I prayed for their families. Felt the pain of those who now grieved. I also felt the need to share that with you, perhaps so you could confirm your suspicions about my weirdness.
I'm sure I confirmed my so-called weirdness to my son and daughter-in-law Sunday night when we had dinner at Macaroni Grill. They are involved in an evangelical Presbyterian Church (PCA). I jokingly told them that we were becoming Presbyterians too as I showed them my Church of the Covenant (PCUSA) tee shirt. My son's wife quickly pointed out that the PCUSA was the real liberal Presbyterian Church. I knew that, of course, but since I am slowly coming out of my liberal closet I couldn't resist letting them know what we were doing these days. I mentioned we were attending the "alternative service" which is not the same as the so-called comtemporary worship many churches use today, mainly as a marketing tool to attract the younger crowd. The main difference in our 'alternative service' is the total lack of liturgy in the service. Very laid back.
We also had dinner last night with Rik and Brenda. Rik brought some New York Strip steaks and we cooked out on the grill. Had lots of "Highlander Gaelic Ale" (Ashville, NC) on hand which is Rik's favorite. Afterword we watched a movie called "The Big Fish". Very strange film but very interesting story telling. It could quickly get over your head if you're not paying attention. I think we all enjoyed it though.
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