I fear the answer is going to be Ted Lasso.

It would smell like cigarette smoke and huskies.

Okay, I know FIFA sucks, and we all wish that people were boycotting the games in the US (though I think the case for boycotting Qatar was stronger, and it didn't happen), nevertheless here we are. *cough* *gets ready to duck* Allez les Bleus!

At the Earth to Eve concert, which I've been looking forward to for about 18 months before it was announced. Sitting on the bench like a dork because reasons.

It's bag day at the St. Albert the Great rummage sale. Fill a small bag for $3 or a large bag for $5. There's still a fair amount of clothing and some housewares, games, and knick-knacks. Open until noon.

The St. Albert the Great rummage sale closes tomorrow, and we always have some good stuff left at the end. And while I'm fine with the leftovers going to a thrift store, I'd rather see them get directly to people who can use them. (1/4)

There were about seventy people lined up at 9:00, but there are still plenty of good items for the less serious shoppers.

So apparently this form I'm filling out that has little save buttons after each section requires you to hit save for each section

St. Albert the Great's rummage sale is on Thursday and Friday. I do regret to inform you that the cute green tea kettle you can see in the back of one of those photos is no longer available as it is the one that transformed itself into a cat yesterday.

Brought home a kettle and it transformed into a cat

Where does one go in the Twin Cities for funky tacos? Bang bang shrimp and the like. I could give my daughter a dozen recs for street tacos, but I can't tell her where to get, say, coconut shrimp with mango salsa. Needs decent fish or poultry options since she doesn't eat red meat.

A new children's book: The Trip to the Airport. They get off the shuttle bus and count their suitcases: One! Two! Yay! We have all our suitcases. They count their carry-ons: One! Two! Yay! We have all our carry-ons.

Children are people.

You probably haven't been thinking "how can I support St. Albert the Great," but perhaps you HAVE been thinking "I should get rid of some of my stuff." And this is a low-hassle way to get rid of stuff and have it get to someone else who wants it.

Just a phenomenal deal on a $5 giant slightly stale decorated chocolate chip cookie from Cub.

For Mother's Day, our daughter got her mom the opportunity to listen to her be a guest on her friend's college radio show (WMHB). They're playing a good selection of music! They maybe don't quite have professional level patter down yet.

Went to the closing cookout at Owamni. A great final meal before the move and name change. (Not pictured: the phenomenal and giant bison rib that I got on my second plate).

if you see this, post something orange from your gallery.

For those (like me) who missed this yesterday

This evening we join with a dozen other Catholic parishes and organizations to host outdoor stations of the cross in solidarity with our immigrant neighbors at Washburn Fair Oaks Park. Gather at 6:00 pm. We walk the stations beginning at 6:30.

And if you ever thought that you'd like to be part of the fish dinner magic, you can stop by tomorrow and pick up a 90 minute shift in the dining room and get a free dinner (which also lets you skip the wait to buy tickets).

I told the cats that the catio was open, and they just stared at me like they couldn't understand what I was saying.

Muted Italian flag colors for tonight's fish dinner at St. Albert the Great, presumably in honor of Blessed Agnello of Pisa, whose feast is today.

I was convinced I'd be the oldest and possibly the malest person here. I'm not sure I'm either. (Like, I almost didn't buy a ticket because I was worried that people would find my presence creepy)

I was part of the crew that meticulously counted these goldfish. I didn't even eat any.

Despite being a professional church worker, I tend to be skeptical of "signs from God." But. At our staff meeting, we discussed what the prize should be for our goldfish guessing contest. The answer we came up with was pretty blah. And then on my way back to my office, I saw this:

First weekend usually has the smallest crowds, so it's a great time to go.

Masterful job finding the start of the front walk today.

Pancake Day wasn't really a thing in my Irish-American family, but as an adult I went to a Shrove Tuesday dinner at a colleague's church that practiced a sustainable pancake harvest, and while I applaud their responsible stewardship, it was honestly kinda sad.

Happy first day of ice cream season to all who celebrate. I am aware that photos help drive engagement, but I did not think to take a picture of my ice cream cone before I ate it, so enjoy a picture of my finished ice cream cone.

The thing about this is...they had a fish dinner in December, decided that it worked, and then proceeded to hold fish dinners *all six Fridays* during their first year. Anyway, come see me if you can. I'll primarily be working with our youth volunteers to make sure they have everything they need.

St. Albert the Great is hosting tomorrow night's vigil for human dignity, which is being organized by a coalition of Catholic churches around the metro area. I invite you to join us (especially if you're Catholic, but anyone who can tolerate a Hail Mary is welcome).

Thank you to everyone who supported Minneapolis school families last week. Your donations allowed us to buy toilet paper, laundry detergent, potatoes, black beans, and onions for 60 families. These went out along with produce, meat, dairy, and hygiene donations from other sources.

Someone donated this to the food shelf, and never have I been more tempted to walk off with something from the bin. (I did not! I only took it out to photograph)

A place for everything, and everything... somewhere.

Twin Cities, I think some of you have posted about groups that are doing food delivery for neighbors who can't leave their home due to ICE. Could you please re-share those? (Or share new ones). Some people at my church would like to support these efforts.

I read this skeet before putting on any music, and I really thought about trying to come up with something to set the tone for the year. But hours later and needing something to listen to while shoveling, I gotta admit that I'm in the mood for some Halsey, so screw it, we're starting with Gasoline.

Happy New Year (Goodnight)

Post a perfect album from the 90s that isn’t Nirvana, Pearl Jam, Soundgarden or Alice In Chains.

If you're in Minneapolis and want to find a church for Christmas, you can join me at St. Albert the Great on Christmas Eve at 4:30. Hear the kids I work with sing in the choir and proclaim the Word. Come by 4:15 to hear preludes from our young violinists and harpists.

How I’m turning up to the Bluesky Christmas Party

It was always supposed to be temporary, but I'm starting to wonder

I am a big fan of the guisados at El Burrito Mercado, and I know that costs are continuing to rise... but this price seems steep to me.

I made my annual work trip to the Catholic Charities Distribution Center, which means I got lunch at El Burrito Mercado. Except I arrived early, and they were still serving breakfast. At first I was disappointed, but this breakfast was fire.

Do I have anyone in my network who would feel qualified and comfortable leading safety lessons for children on keeping themselves safe from abuse? Paid, and we can provide the curriculum or you can bring your own if it meets our requirements. Minneapolis.

Just used the phrase "at your earliest convenience," which (1) yes, it makes me groan too, but (2) this is how you can tell I've lost every last shred of patience.

Woke up to this. I should probably take this as a sign to stop scrolling.

Several times tonight, I saw y'all posting about the northern lights and went outside and saw nothing. But about 20 minutes ago, they finally popped here

She smiles and says “I will always love you”

Important context given in the replies, which is that this is the Farmer's Almanac (a stupid publication which nobody reads -ed) and not the Old Farmers Almanac.