Work is coming to a close
by homer
I’m almost done with the first semester, and just finished writing on Europe’s “discontents”, her problems, and the ethical response found within Social Teachings of my beloved RCC. Two weeks ago I was neither writing music (because I had papers to write) nor writing papers (because all I wanted to do was write music), and as a result wasn’t getting much done except pointless procrastinating and observing the Mass. elections unfold. Incumbent Scott Brown certainly has his shortcomings, but his election was hope where there was none, and a real sea change is going on in Congress where there wasn’t one two weeks ago. Così, I was really over stressing on what seemed some academic problems of mega proportions. But with the work nearly done, new challenges arise that don’t seem so hopeless. I’m joyful for that. And when I’m full of joy, I write beats. I just discovered a Travis Biggs break of epic proportions, and it has been calling my name. Expect fresh produce this week…
As per request, the overlords of my blogosphere have gently reminded me to not see the positive turn of events as history without a story. So I posit to y’all
Non nobis, non nobis, Domine
Sed nomini tuo da gloriam.
Not to us, not to us, o Lord,
But to your name give glory.
Our sufferings are not in vain, but are instead the opportunities for growth. When all goes unexpectedly well, we should not settle the providence of solely human means, but understand our own human needs. There is hope for the world, and for the America which I love and wish to spread the love to.
And now, for an image which properly demonstrates the sheer “nothin’s gonna keep me down” God of ours, I present Piero della Francesca’s Resurrection:
