My name is Matt
Something very peculiar has happened to me in the past 24 or so hours, and I want to get your opinion: coincidence or karma?
On my way to church yesterday, I saw a 100-colon coin on our cab’s floor. I hesitated—for about two seconds—and then I pocketed it. I mean, 100 colones (25 cents): who’s gonna miss it? It probably fell out of someone’s pocket, right?
Anyway, later on at church, the pastor started talking about all the ways that we fill our lives up with garbage (read: sin) and how the devil lives in garbage. He went through a long list of the ways that we can sin and how we need to clean up our lives and ask for forgiveness. Somehow, asking for forgiveness slipped my mind.
That was towards the middle of the sermon. By the end, I wasn’t feeling so hot. Later that afternoon, it was worse. And this morning, it was official: I’m sick.
So I’ll put it to you again: coincidence or karma? I’m inclined to vote for the latter. And I’m pretty sure I know just how to fix it. The next time I’m in a cab, some lucky driver will get a little tip, approximately 100 colones worth.
Just call me Earl.
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As for that sermon the other day, Heather has brought it to my attention that I may have been unnecessarily harsh in my post yesterday. Yes, he said homosexuality was a sin. Yes, he said abortion was a sin. And yes, he disparaged feminism. But, Heather pointed out, what did I expect? We’re living in a very traditional country, where machismo is alive and well and where most Protestant churches don’t veer too far from Catholic doctrine. Fair enough. And, as Heather also pointed out, he also had some very positive messages about treating people with respect and making a difference in the world.
Point taken. Message received.
So, Mr. Preacher Man, wherever you are, please forgive me for my remarks of yore. And while you’re at it, how about giving me a pass on that coin I picked up too?
I think I’m feeling better already.
On my way to church yesterday, I saw a 100-colon coin on our cab’s floor. I hesitated—for about two seconds—and then I pocketed it. I mean, 100 colones (25 cents): who’s gonna miss it? It probably fell out of someone’s pocket, right?
Anyway, later on at church, the pastor started talking about all the ways that we fill our lives up with garbage (read: sin) and how the devil lives in garbage. He went through a long list of the ways that we can sin and how we need to clean up our lives and ask for forgiveness. Somehow, asking for forgiveness slipped my mind.
That was towards the middle of the sermon. By the end, I wasn’t feeling so hot. Later that afternoon, it was worse. And this morning, it was official: I’m sick.
So I’ll put it to you again: coincidence or karma? I’m inclined to vote for the latter. And I’m pretty sure I know just how to fix it. The next time I’m in a cab, some lucky driver will get a little tip, approximately 100 colones worth.
Just call me Earl.
…
As for that sermon the other day, Heather has brought it to my attention that I may have been unnecessarily harsh in my post yesterday. Yes, he said homosexuality was a sin. Yes, he said abortion was a sin. And yes, he disparaged feminism. But, Heather pointed out, what did I expect? We’re living in a very traditional country, where machismo is alive and well and where most Protestant churches don’t veer too far from Catholic doctrine. Fair enough. And, as Heather also pointed out, he also had some very positive messages about treating people with respect and making a difference in the world.
Point taken. Message received.
So, Mr. Preacher Man, wherever you are, please forgive me for my remarks of yore. And while you’re at it, how about giving me a pass on that coin I picked up too?
I think I’m feeling better already.
posted by Higgity Heitner at 8:05 PM
3 Comments:
That's right, I cracked the whip! And I wouldn't say that it's a coincidence or Karma, but rather la dulce justicia de Dios (the sweet justice of God).
Matt, did you know you can listen to Lobo games free again? On golobos.com click on schedule and then the game. You can get the postgame and Overtime show too. Just keeping you informed.
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Can I take a picture of myself with a big smile for this HUGE victory tonight? Would you put that on your blog? GO CHIEFS!!!
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