All posts by Tony Burgess

Hi there, my name is Tony Burgess (my friends call me T-Bird) from Chattanooga, Tennessee, USA. I am a believer, bleeding heart, idealist, and blogger. I'm married to Laura the Soup Diva and a dog dad to Frankie, Cody, and Mikey. Daily I work for a blood bank recruiting donors. My blog is where I chronicle and curate the sacred, serious, and silly things in my life. I am a member of The Episcopal Church. Thank you for connecting with me. Grace, peace, and love!

Clearing Up 2024

I don’t believe there is enough sage that can be burned to clear up 2024. It will require something much stronger that is more potent. Looking ahead 2025 is going to be worse.

Me And Nostalgia

Daily writing prompt
What makes you feel nostalgic?

We are in the Christmas season which is a hard time for me. Nostalgia is a powerful thing. Holiday memories come from a Christmas tree, church services, songs, food, gatherings, and more. All of those things can stir up emotions.

My father, grandfather, and grandmother are no longer with us. I miss them very much. They were a huge part of the holidays of the past and I so wish they were still with us.

Sure, nostalgia is present in other things and can trigger feelings under the surface. It’s like we all have things that make us pine for the things of the past. Nostalgia can be a great thing but it comes with a cost to your heart.

My Name Is Actually Tony

This makes my brain hurt and makes me want to throw something. Why would any parent do that to a child?

This is STOLEN Property

First, this listing is advertising STOLEN property. That shopping cart belongs to a store somewhere. Second, this cart is STOLEN and it isn’t in the best shape. The cart I’m sure is worth more but it’s still STOLEN property.

Christmas Was Just Yesterday

Christmas Day was just yesterday (12/25) and I am having a hard time believing it. Seems like it was last week or something like that.

Happy Boxing Day – December 26th

Boxing Day, the traditionally British holiday recognized the day after Christmas, offers an extension of the festivities. People in countries like Canada, the U.K. and South Africa spend an extra day with friends, shopping or watching sports.

It’s origins come from a time during Queen Victoria’s reign when the rich used to box up gifts to give to the poor. Boxing Day was traditionally a day off for servants – a day when they received a special Christmas box from their masters. The servants would also go home on Boxing Day to give Christmas boxes to their families.

To all celebrating I hope it has been a good day of being with those you love and care about.