March 21 started off at MetroHealth Medical Center's Pharmacy to request the filling of prescription Nasal Spray. After a shorter than expected wait, the prescription was processed. Since it was going to take an hour to fill, I decided to pick up the prescription later.
I then came home to have pierogies prepared by my brother Bob. We also finished the Potatoes O'Brien and the Sweet Potato Fries from St. Patrick's Day. Bob also had some cabbage, but my plate was full. All the food was delicious.
Bob and I then headed for Downtown Cleveland. Bob was going to work. I was headed for the Rocky River Public Library. I read the latest Billboard Magazine. I then looked for a book that I had ordered from the Cuyahoga County Public Library on March 19. Since it was available, I checked it out. I then headed back to Downtown Cleveland to catch a bus for MetroHealth. It only took me about five minutes to pick up the prescription. Normally, Friday afternoon is extremely busy because the pharmacy is closed on weekends. I then took a bus to the Brooklyn Branch of the Cleveland Public Library. I cancelled the book order, but the book was already at its destination. Perhaps, I may have to pretend that I am returning the book on my next visit to the Parma Snow Library.
I then headed to St. Leo the Great Church for its Friday Lenten Fish Fry, which returned after an absence of a few years. (Last year's event was an one time only occurrence.) I had Baked Tilapia Almondine, a Baked Potato, Cole Slaw (Applesauce was available, but since it was Cole Slaw or Applesauce, I didn't take any. (However, since it was "self serve", and there was no A La Carte provision for Cole Slaw or Applesauce, I could have probably had both.) I paid for my dinner. I then went for a can of soda, which was $.50. Since I paid with a dollar, I treated myself to a slice of Chocolate Cake with my change. This was a first for me at St. Leo's on a solo trip.
I then found a table that had space available. Before they were done eating, the group found another table. Another group showed up. Once again, they left me for another table (The patriarch decided that the table was slightly closer to the end of the line.) (I don't know the official reason why the first group left.)
Even with the disruptions, I enjoyed my dinner. Before I finished my can of Coke, I attempted to catch a bus for a short ride towards my house. Two things helped me in this plan. The front door was available for exiting (It was not the case for my entrance.). Also, a passenger exited the bus after the bus was stopped by a Red Light. Despite the driver driving faster than normal, I did not spill my soda. I finished the soda on my walk home. The rest of the evening will be spent relaxing (after I finish this blog entry, of course).
This was another memorable day. I am looking forward to my Protestant Fish Fry in the coming weeks. There will probably be a report here.
Friday, March 21, 2014
Faith, Family, and Food (Part 2)
On St. Patrick's Day, my brother Bob and I ate lunch at the Wendy's on Broadview Road in Parma. We then went to Giant Eagle on Snow Road in Parma to buy some frozen dinners and sugar (impulse buy!). We then relaxed for a few hours before we left for Maggie and Mike's house in Parma for a Corned Beef dinner.
After the bus dropped us off at the corner of Broadview and Pleasant Valley Roads, we were picked up by Maggie in the Sears Hardware and Appliance parking lot. We relaxed until dinner was served. In addition to the Corned Beef (Served in optional Sandwich format with Swiss, Colby Jack, and American Cheeses), we had Cabbage, Potatoes O'Brien, Sweet Potato Fries, Glazed Baby Carrots, and Applesauce in individual packs. The food was delicious. Dessert consisted of Pistachio Pudding, Irish Soda Bread (made by a lady of Polish Descent who does not cut my sister's hair and who does not live three doors down from me), and homemade cookies. Whipped topping from an aerosol can was provided. The food was delicious. After we relaxed, Mike took Bob and me home.
This was another interesting day.
After the bus dropped us off at the corner of Broadview and Pleasant Valley Roads, we were picked up by Maggie in the Sears Hardware and Appliance parking lot. We relaxed until dinner was served. In addition to the Corned Beef (Served in optional Sandwich format with Swiss, Colby Jack, and American Cheeses), we had Cabbage, Potatoes O'Brien, Sweet Potato Fries, Glazed Baby Carrots, and Applesauce in individual packs. The food was delicious. Dessert consisted of Pistachio Pudding, Irish Soda Bread (made by a lady of Polish Descent who does not cut my sister's hair and who does not live three doors down from me), and homemade cookies. Whipped topping from an aerosol can was provided. The food was delicious. After we relaxed, Mike took Bob and me home.
This was another interesting day.
Faith, Family, and Food (Part 1)
On March 15, Bishop Roger Gries came to St. Leo the Great Church on Broadview Road in Cleveland to confirm the Eighth Graders of the Day School and Parish School of Religion of the Parish. I arrived as Bishop Gries was addressing the Candidates before Mass. It was amusing! Fr. Jim Schmitz, Pastor of St. Leo the Great Parish, then welcomed the congregation with an advisory not to take pictures during the Mass. He also mentioned that a professional Photographer would be taking a picture of the Confirmandi with Bishop Gries. Fr. Schmitz asked us not to interfere with this picture. Pictures from the "General Public" were welcome after this picture was completed.
After the Opening Song, a student welcomed us to the Confirmation! Bishop Gries was the main celebrant of the Mass. The Mass was relatively traditional. Two of the Candidates read the First and Second Readings. The Responsorial Psalm (between the readings) was sung. After Fr. Jim Schmitz, Pastor of St. Leo Church, read the Gospel, he presented the Confirmation Candidates to Bishop Gries. Bishop Gries then gave the Homily. It was a brief summary of Biblical Events. References were made to Adam and Eve's Sin, Noah's Ark (Bishop Gries announced that God revealed for the first time that his son will be coming as a result of the events in the time of Noah's Ark. I believe that it was really after Adam and Eve ate from the forbidden tree.), and Abraham (Until I checked the Holy Bible: Catholic Edition (1961) for this entry, I thought that Abraham came before Noah.). The Renewal of Baptismal Promises followed. The Candidates were then confirmed after Bishop Gries said "Who's First?" The Petitions (Referred to as Universal Prayer) were read by one of the newly Confirmed. The Mass continued as usual, though Bishop Gries sang the prayers between the Offertory and "Holy, Holy, Holy." The Eucharistic Prayer was recited mostly by Bishop Gries, but Fr. Schmitz and Fr. James Vesely (In Residence at St. Leo the Great Parish) recited parts of the prayer. The Our Father was recited. The Mass continued in Normal Fashion. Bishop Gries made a few more comments that led to a Round of Applause with the Confirmandi facing the Congregation. This was the second round of applause during the Mass. There was also one after all the Candidates were confirmed. The Mass ended. After the Mass, a picture of the Confirmandi, Fr. Schmitz, and Bishop Gries on the Altar followed. Bishop Gries offered to stay for individual pictures with the newly confirmed.
After the Mass, I went home briefly. I then went to Qdoba on Broadview Road in Parma for dinner. I then picked us some supplies at the nearby Aldi in Seven Hills. The rest of the evening was spent in relaxation. It was a memorable evening that needed to be experienced in person.
After the Opening Song, a student welcomed us to the Confirmation! Bishop Gries was the main celebrant of the Mass. The Mass was relatively traditional. Two of the Candidates read the First and Second Readings. The Responsorial Psalm (between the readings) was sung. After Fr. Jim Schmitz, Pastor of St. Leo Church, read the Gospel, he presented the Confirmation Candidates to Bishop Gries. Bishop Gries then gave the Homily. It was a brief summary of Biblical Events. References were made to Adam and Eve's Sin, Noah's Ark (Bishop Gries announced that God revealed for the first time that his son will be coming as a result of the events in the time of Noah's Ark. I believe that it was really after Adam and Eve ate from the forbidden tree.), and Abraham (Until I checked the Holy Bible: Catholic Edition (1961) for this entry, I thought that Abraham came before Noah.). The Renewal of Baptismal Promises followed. The Candidates were then confirmed after Bishop Gries said "Who's First?" The Petitions (Referred to as Universal Prayer) were read by one of the newly Confirmed. The Mass continued as usual, though Bishop Gries sang the prayers between the Offertory and "Holy, Holy, Holy." The Eucharistic Prayer was recited mostly by Bishop Gries, but Fr. Schmitz and Fr. James Vesely (In Residence at St. Leo the Great Parish) recited parts of the prayer. The Our Father was recited. The Mass continued in Normal Fashion. Bishop Gries made a few more comments that led to a Round of Applause with the Confirmandi facing the Congregation. This was the second round of applause during the Mass. There was also one after all the Candidates were confirmed. The Mass ended. After the Mass, a picture of the Confirmandi, Fr. Schmitz, and Bishop Gries on the Altar followed. Bishop Gries offered to stay for individual pictures with the newly confirmed.
After the Mass, I went home briefly. I then went to Qdoba on Broadview Road in Parma for dinner. I then picked us some supplies at the nearby Aldi in Seven Hills. The rest of the evening was spent in relaxation. It was a memorable evening that needed to be experienced in person.
Monday, March 3, 2014
The Cheesecake Factory without Penny and Bernadette
On February 28, my nephew Dan Jr. turned 40. As a result, his parents Dan Sr. and Patty, his brother Patrick, and his sister Amy all came to visit him and his family. As we have done in recent times, we had a family lunch or dinner. Since Patrick and Amy wanted to see my Aunt Rita, Patty wanted a restaurant that was near Aunt Rita's residence. Her choice was to have lunch at The Cheesecake Factory in Westlake, OH.
In addition to the people mentioned in the last paragraph, my sisters Kathleen and Maggie and my brothers Joe and Bob joined me in the festivities. In general, most of us enjoyed our meals, though finishing our plates was not going to happen. However, cheesecakes were split between two people. This was a perfect plan because the slices are huge with the prices to match.
I had a Veggie Burger that was very powerful in flavor. My French Fries were delicious, though. In addition, I sampled fried macaroni and cheese. I also had both the oat bran and sourdough breads that were complementary.
In addition to the food, we enjoyed stories from my nephews. My favorite story was when Dan Jr.'s daughter Amy threw a party gift kickball down a spiral staircase at Maggiano's Little Italy in Beachwood during a birthday party. I can picture Dan Jr. doing the same thing during the early '80s, when he would have been a little older than Amy is now (She's six.)! Thankfully, Amy and Emily didn't do anything that memorable when we were at Maggiano's on October 12, 2013.
After lunch, Kathleen took Bob and me home, where we relaxed for the rest of the day. We had a late dinner (7:30-8:00 P.M.) of Meatballs in Lowfat Chicken Broth and Mashed Potatoes that I had made last night. A can of freshly opened butter beans topped off the meal. It was too cold (9 Degrees Fahrenheit) to leave the house just for dinner. Tomorrow's events are undetermined.
It is nice to spend time with your family. I may have enjoyed it more if either Penny or Bernadette were our waitress for the meal. Thankfully, there are reruns of The Big Bang Theory to live out that fantasy.
Have a good night!!
In addition to the people mentioned in the last paragraph, my sisters Kathleen and Maggie and my brothers Joe and Bob joined me in the festivities. In general, most of us enjoyed our meals, though finishing our plates was not going to happen. However, cheesecakes were split between two people. This was a perfect plan because the slices are huge with the prices to match.
I had a Veggie Burger that was very powerful in flavor. My French Fries were delicious, though. In addition, I sampled fried macaroni and cheese. I also had both the oat bran and sourdough breads that were complementary.
In addition to the food, we enjoyed stories from my nephews. My favorite story was when Dan Jr.'s daughter Amy threw a party gift kickball down a spiral staircase at Maggiano's Little Italy in Beachwood during a birthday party. I can picture Dan Jr. doing the same thing during the early '80s, when he would have been a little older than Amy is now (She's six.)! Thankfully, Amy and Emily didn't do anything that memorable when we were at Maggiano's on October 12, 2013.
After lunch, Kathleen took Bob and me home, where we relaxed for the rest of the day. We had a late dinner (7:30-8:00 P.M.) of Meatballs in Lowfat Chicken Broth and Mashed Potatoes that I had made last night. A can of freshly opened butter beans topped off the meal. It was too cold (9 Degrees Fahrenheit) to leave the house just for dinner. Tomorrow's events are undetermined.
It is nice to spend time with your family. I may have enjoyed it more if either Penny or Bernadette were our waitress for the meal. Thankfully, there are reruns of The Big Bang Theory to live out that fantasy.
Have a good night!!
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