10.31.2025

32°F WNW6mph SR0738(0638) SS1754(1654)

Morning Offering given

Village still sleeps

Coffee ok

The man and I became engaged on this date in 1973
Anniversary greetings to Henry & Linda
Remembering G’ma Packer, who died in 2016

St Wolfgang, like October’s flower, the marigold, demonstrates excellence in his work for God.
Read Ezekiel 26: Against the City of Tyre
RIAY Day 304: The Joyful Mysteries
Meditations for Each Day pg. 436: Motives of Humility Humility is the most necessary and the most difficult of the virtues.
Litany of Humility

Morning!
Friday has arrived
I’m headed to Iowa for lunch with my DD#1

BOOKS… “Follow the Crow” by BB Griffith is the 1st in a series I am reading now. “Driftless Identy”, 4th in the Driftless Series by Sue Berg is in the wings. “River Gold” 5th book by Jeff Nania is on my wait list. Berg and Nania are local authors, and excellent at what they do. Are you aware of all the Native American Authors out there? I’m trying to make my way down the list.

Let’s talk about:
•church pews… have you noticed how low to the ground they are (or can be)? How little space there is between them? As I age, I’m noticing this more and more and have a tendency to attend Mass where the pews stand taller and wider apart. I can’t kneel like I used to, and having a higher pew with more space makes life easier for me. Yes, I know it is all about me… perhaps I need to re read today’s meditation regarding humility.
•Hearing loops… are very much needed… again, as I age, hearing the readings and the homily are near impossible, even with hearing aids (that latch on to the loudest thing and stick with it), I find myself not hearing the readings or the homily. As much as I enjoy the renovation in the churches, if I can’t hear what is being said, well, you get it.
•mail delivery… how is yours? I’m finding mine lacking, although my carrier does an outstanding job; her route is huge, and her relief is lacking. The USPS rules make no sense. Why would mail that is mailed 2 blocks down the street have to travel to another state only to be turned around and sent back? Put the dang mail in a local box, have it sorted at the local PO, and delivered locally. This is much more cost-effective, cuts down on sorting errors, and in general makes the most sense. I am tired of getting my newspapers late, and advertisements late so that I miss the sale. Those bulk mail things that are no longer delivered, unless you get 1st class mail, are time sensitive. USPS delivery rules have recently changed, affecting delivery times and methods, with a focus on improving efficiency and reducing costs.
_{Changes to Delivery Standards
As of April 1, 2025, the United States Postal Service (USPS) has implemented new delivery standards as part of its “Delivering for America” plan. Here are the key points regarding these changes:
Delivery Times: Approximately 11% of First-Class Mail will experience slower delivery, while 14% will arrive faster. However, most First-Class Mail (about 75%) will see no change in delivery times. The new standards aim to stabilize operations and cut costs, with a goal of saving $36 billion over the next decade.
Rural Areas Impact: Customers in rural areas may experience the most significant changes, with potential delays in mail delivery. The USPS is shifting from using three-digit ZIP code regions to five-digit ZIP code pairs to better estimate delivery times.
Delivery Instructions Service
USPS also offers a Delivery Instructions service that allows recipients to specify how their mail should be delivered. Here’s how it works:
Setting Up Instructions: Recipients can authorize specific delivery methods for their incoming shipments, such as leaving items at a designated location or redirecting them to a different address. This service is available for items with a USPS Tracking® barcode.
Eligibility: To use the Delivery Instructions service, the mailpiece must bear a USPS Tracking barcode. Users can check eligibility by entering the tracking number on the USPS website.
Setting Instructions: Instructions can be set up through a USPS.com account, where users can specify their preferences for delivery.
These updates and services are part of USPS’s ongoing efforts to enhance customer experience while managing operational costs effectively. For more detailed information, you can visit the official USPS website or contact your local post office.}

That about covers my griping and opinions for today.

Know you are prayed for.