Bfth's Boring Blog

The day before Halloween my manager's manger gave everyone who dressed up a treat.  We could take a complimentary half day.  Since I spent the past 5 days my own in NJ while my husband stayed in P, I decided Wednesday (11/13) would be my day.  That way I could drive to early in the afternoon to PA while it was still light out.   However it's Q4 so we are really busy in the office.  I decided to go in early (even earlier than usual).  I haven't been sleeping well so when I woke up at 3:45 (after being awake from 1:30 to nearly 3:00) from a bizarre and upsetting dream I decided it was time to get up and get going.   It was still dark when I left the house just after 6.  Thankfully I bought a glow stick that I hang off my bag so that people can see me walking (I want to be seen!) and so the bus driver can see me too! The 6:13 was on time and there were more passengers than I expected. (Guess everyone needs to get in early!  But despite making numerous stops to pick up 

Today is Veterans Day. The day where we officially recognize veterans for all the work that they have done. Of course we should not just recognize, honor and respect our veterans on one day in November, however this is the day that is especially marked on the calendar for this unique group of individuals.  This country would not exist without veterans. Think of those who fought to create our new country back during the American Revolution. Those who fought a tyrannical king so that we could form a new nation. A nation where ideally all would be free.  Today is the day to remember the men who fought for us so that we could be a new nation. But we know that the ideal of America would not be easy. When this country was founded not all were free. (Even today not all are free but let's not discuss that now.). Because of slavery a new war was fought.  Brother was pitted against brother. Our nation was torn apart.  The Union prevailed.  We can thank veterans for that. But as you know, vet

  Note:  As some of you may know, I have occasionally filled the pulpit at my church which is in NJ.  I made a commitment to fill in this Sunday months ago.  I had no idea that I'd be buying a house in the Poconos and spending much of my time there OR what would be happening in our country.  And yet I think the scriptures I chose (which do not follow the lectionary)  and the mediation I prepared are timely.  Take a read and let me know what you think!  Please note also that out of respect for the people I spoke about in my mediation, I have eliminated their names and only used their initials. First Reading:  Psalm 98:  Sing to the LORD a new song, for he has done marvelous things; his right hand and his holy arm have worked salvation for him. The LORD has made his salvation known and revealed his righteousness to the nations. He has remembered his love and his faithfulness to Israel; all the ends of the earth have seen the salvation of our God. Shout for joy to the LORD, all the ea

Back to a time when all men (and women) are not created equal.  Where women's healthcare is determined by men's laws and not by medical professionals. Where education tells only the "winning" side of the story and truth does not matter.  Where banning and burning books is a social event.  Where people who are "different" than those in power can be mocked, shunned and hurt with no real consequences. Where lies are acceptable and integrity is  just a word on a page We have moved into a time where rage is the rage.  Where hate is not just normal, but accepted and even cheered. Where leaders can ask to have their "enemies" killed and no one will bat an eye.  Where it's "funny" to see someone struggle.  Where felony is applauded. Where compassion is not shown and caring for others is looked down upon. We have taken America back to a time of pain and suffering for many.  Back to when the "haves" can have and the have nots don'

 It's election day here in the US.  Many of us have already voted (mail in or early voting was available), but if you haven't and are eligible, get your butt to the polls and complete your civic duty.  It is one of the greatest privileges we  have; so don't throw it away. With that said, this election season (which seems to have been going on FOREVER)  has been pretty crazy, divisive and anxiety inducing.  I don't think I've ever felt as nerve wracked during and election as I am during this one.  And who needs that? I am of the mind that we all need to cast our vote, let all the votes be counted (and that takes a while...there are a lot of people voting) and when the results are finally in (it won't be tonight folks),  we will  need time to process and move forward.  (That means no matter what the results turn out to be.)  If things don't turn out "our" way, we need to take some time to access what that means for each of us and then move forward. 

 Once upon a time...I wrote fanfiction.  Some of it was published on line.  It's probably still out there floating in space.  If you search long and hard enough you may actually find it. One of the stories I wrote was called Rumors. It took place in the late 1960s and in order to avoid sexual advances in the workplace, my main character made up a British boyfriend.  She never told anyone this fictional boyfriend's name. (It wasn't George Glass...does anyone get that reference?)   However, based on that little information, a rumor was started that quickly grew out of control and thus began the story. The story was written approximately 20 years ago.  Why do I bring it up now? Certainly NOT to have you search the internet for my old fanfiction!  Right?) Well here's the thing... I was out and about on Saturday.  No work, lots of things to do, but no rush to do them.  (Hoorah!)  I went to the local thrift/consignment shop and found a few things to purchase.  (There is