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Rest In Peace, Fr. Zimmer

15 Feb 2010 by Adam

Fr. ZimmerFr. Thomas Zimmer passed away Saturday morning. Father was the pastor of my little hometown parish during my youth. I received my first Holy Eucharist from his hands and served at mass with him for many years. Ever summer he would load the altar servers in a bus and treat us to a game at Wrigley Field. Sundays I would receive catechesis from him. He never spoke down to us and always challenged our understanding. Father made it possible for me to attend World Youth Day in 1993. I never would have experienced this life changing event outside his generosity.

Father was a joyful man. He loved life and the priesthood and it showed. Unfortunately he never lived to see his beloved Cubs make it to the World Series. I imagine his time in purgatory will be short.

Grant him eternal rest O Lord, and let the perpetual light shine upon him.

Category: Faith, Friends  One Comment

Congrats, Saints!

07 Feb 2010 by Adam

New-Orleans-Saints-LogoWow! I actually had a team I pulled for all season win the big one! Drew Brees (Quarterback) is a Texas native and Purdue grad. Enjoy your pork chops, Archbishop Ayemond.

Now how will the Cubs do this year…?

Category: Fun  One Comment

Rest in Peace, Grandpa

01 Feb 2010 by Adam

My grandfather, Robert Datzman, passed away this evening. We miss you, Grandpa. God love you.

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Category: Uncategorized  One Comment

Baseball Player Pursues Call To Priesthood

26 Jan 2010 by Adam

Amazing story. Grant Desme was on his way to a successful Major League Baseball career but turned it down to pursue the priesthood. I’ve seen the argument that he is throwing away his God-given talent. I don’t buy it. Friends, this is a clear demonstration of the importance of vocation before profession. Fulfill the former and the latter will fall in place. I would not be a bit surprised if Grant finds a way to use his gifts in his ministerial future to help those in need. I know of one priest who did.

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A New First

10 Jan 2010 by Adam

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Something is missing… :)

Category: Family  4 Comments

Scion Woes

29 Dec 2009 by Adam

If your first-generation Scion xB won’t start, and if:

  • it has fuel
  • the battery is good
  • the fuses are okay
  • the code reader from AutoZone does not report any errors (seriously.)
  • it has no spark…

…then chances are you have a failed crankshaft position sensor.

Then after having your car fixed and a few weeks later you find it once again won’t start… your battery is probably dead.

And furthermore, car batteries do succumb to the natural law of warranties by failing 2 months post expiration.

Category: Automotive Care  2 Comments

Claymation Christmas

23 Dec 2009 by Adam

A childhood favorite of mine. Thanks, YouTube.

Category: Fun  2 Comments

Pumpkin Ale Success

11 Nov 2009 by Adam

“This is really close (to perfection).”

That was the top response I received from the folks at Austin Homebrew Supply after asking them to sample my Pumpkin Ale. Honestly I was a bit surprised. I knew the beer had an imperfection or two but apparently not as noticeable as I had believed.

Photo is too dark. The beer is more red-orange in color.

Photo is too dark. The beer is more red-orange in color.

They pointed out that it’s a bit light on body and has just a tinge of astringency. This is most likely due to mash temps dropping too low. Also in small batches imperfections tend to show more. They offered some advice on how to keep the temperature high (reheat and recirculate liquor during steps) and boost the body (Carapils®). I’ll definitely try these suggestion next time around.

Category: Homebrewing  One Comment

Employed

30 Oct 2009 by Adam

logoMonday I’ll be heading to work at Enspire Learning.

I want to thank you all for your prayers, help, and encouraging words these past few weeks. You’re all amazing. God bless.

Thanks, Ed.

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They’re Not Just For Breakfast

19 Oct 2009 by Adam

So what does a homebrewing hubby do when his wife has lots of oats lying around?

He makes Oatmeal Stout.

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It’s good for the soul.

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