
For years and years they came to the 10:00 Mass on Sunday mornings at St. Anthony’s Church where I’ve been a lifelong member and have ushered at that 10:00 Mass, starting with my father, in 1970. Do the math. A long time.
That’s 50 years-plus. Meaning I’ve met countless folks. Many knew me from radio and TV, and while I didn’t know all of them by name I still knew them. Recognizable faces. Same pews every week. Same consistent smiles and good wishes as they departed and I’d hand over the weekly church bulletin.
Some time ago I had the privilege of meeting Thomas C. Reeves and his wife Kathleen who live in SE WI. Thomas has written several books. He’s thoughtful with a capital “T.”
On his Facebook page Thomas describes himself as “Retired history professor and best-selling author. Roman Catholic (Latin Rite). Patriot.”
Perfect.
Kathleen is genteel. Classy. A wonderful lady.
Together they are magical. The quintessential husband and wife if I may be so bold.
I won’t see them Sunday at my beloved lifelong. Alas. Tom and Kathy now go to a different Catholic Church. No, it’s nothing I said. But I will say this here, since I can’t in person.
February 1st, you celebrated your 64th anniversary.
Jennifer, Kyla, and I miss you. God bless you both.

Tom and Kathy, I’m not sure you’re aware of the Captain and Tennille, the husband/wife team of Darryl Dragon and Toni Tennille. I still send a message of love to you from one of their recordings.
How vert lovely. I’ve begun to walk again (five knee operations) and the pandemic is winding down. Let’s have lunch in the early Spring. Thanks again, old friends.
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