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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!

Convenience To Go

OK, this might be the most random and unusual post you read today. Bear with me.

The convenience store is one of the most ubiquitous places in many parts of our country. Socially its an equalizer because everyone needs fuel, bread, milk and yes beer. I stop by this one above a couple times a week for a guilty pleasure or just to wet my whistle. In these places you can now get pizza, espresso, freshly made sandwiches and more. Of course you can get a regular cup of coffee to keep you awake as you are on the road or headed to work.

People who visit there come from all walks of life which makes for great people watching. It can be a challenging place to work too because of the safety factor. But overall the security has gotten better over the years. All in all its a place where community stops and goes from seven in the morning to eleven at night.

Convenience to go can make life better and can keep you moving.

Music Monday – Huey Lewis And The News – Workin’ For A Livin’

In Honor of Labor Day, This Song Is Appropriate

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Since I am back to work today this seems very appropriate. Here’s to all the folks who are working for a living and to those finding their way back to working for more. Released in 1982 this Huey Lewis and The News song still has a great beat.

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The Thing About Saints

No saint is a true saint in every sense of the word. First of all every saint is a human being who isn’t perfect, makes mistakes and does bad things from time to time. Perfection is impossible. Looking for the good in people is difficult in a world full of cynics and people looking for those gotcha moments to tear people down. I believe there is saint-like characteristics in most people, maybe we would be better if we encouraged people to exhibit those traits more often. A person is known by their spirit and the fruit they bear. Kindness and love can make people strive to be Saints despite their imperfections.

Labor Day In America

Observed on the first Monday in September, Labor Day pays tribute to the contributions and achievements of American workers. It was created by the labor movement in the late 19th century and became a federal holiday in 1894. (From History.com)

To everyone who has worked to build their families and communities I salute you. Be proud of what you have done to make this world better. Whether you are punching a clock or drawing a salary your work matters. Work hard and live well. Thank you for your service to those who are working. Here is to those who are looking for their next opportunity.

My Faith Posts

I hope you aren’t offended or put-off by my posts on faith. My goal is to share my faith without tearing anyone else’s down. This blog is not about Bible-thumping either. Religion is a part of who I am and plays a “character” in my blogging. Thank you for your understanding. Grace and peace to you.

I See My Creator

I see my creator in the Eucharist, the bread and wine, the body and blood and homily of my priest at my parish. I see it in the actions of people who show kindness and inclusion of all people regardless of race, creed, gender and orientation. Christ is revealed to those who show who he is not by words but by deeds. God is continuing to write his story and he is alive and well in his creation. The God I love opens His arms like is son did in his death. Through that opens the doors to eternity. Today I say to you my friends The Lord Be With You…always.

(To my friends of other faiths and traditions I affirm what you believe because to do so affirms what I believe)