P.S. I Forgot about My Book This Week

 

I realized as the day went on that I left out a couple of things from my weekly musings.  One was what book I was reading this week and the other a silly shopping thing. 

I read this review of this book and since I do like quirky and weird too I thought I would give it a read. 

"Dive into the fascinating and overlooked aspects of the Catholic faith with Weird Catholic Handbook by Michael Lichens. This book takes you on a Chestertonian romp through the peculiar and intriguing elements of Catholic history, offering a refreshing perspective on the faith that combines humor, curiosity, and profound insights.

Lichens invites you to discover the bizarre and extraordinary stories that have shaped Catholicism. From saints who faced mythical monsters to the eerie beauty of bone chapels, this book uncovers the spiritual and historical significance behind these oddities. With a blend of scholarly research and engaging storytelling, Lichens brings to life the unique relics, ghostly encounters, and unusual miracles that have been part of the Church's rich tapestry.

In this book, you will discover:

• Saints and Monsters: Learn how saints like St. Michael and St. Columba battled dragons and sea monsters, challenging our modern perceptions of sanctity and heroism.
• Memento Mori: Explore the spiritual insights behind ossuaries and bone churches, and understand the history and purpose of unique relics such as the Incorruptibles and bejeweled skeletons.
• Spiritual Warfare: Delve into the ghost stories and exorcisms that have marked Catholic history, and discover how saints like St. Gregory and St. Thomas Aquinas dealt with purgatorial souls.
• Unusual Miracles: Uncover the strange and miraculous events that have occurred throughout Church history, from stigmata and levitation to bilocation and prophetic visions.

Weird Catholic Handbook is not just a collection of odd stories; it is an invitation to see the profound truths and spiritual lessons embedded in the peculiar. Each chapter sheds light on how these unusual elements of faith have inspired devotion, art, and a deeper understanding of the divine.

Whether you're a devout Catholic, a curious skeptic, or someone who loves a good story, this book offers something for everyone. Discover how the oddities of the past can inspire and enrich your faith today."

I haven't finished it as of yet because it is slower to read than a cozy mystery but although there is some drag in places it really is an interesting read and I have learned a lot about stuff that I thought was just weird or odd but it actually did have a reason behind it and the history of it is really interesting.  I don't think it is a re-read kind of book.  I can't see reading it over and over but it is certainly worth a one-time read.  

The shopping thing is I had to stop in at Bulk Barn (a store my American sister just loves to visit when she comes to Canada) for some tea.  I don't like tea in bags but I love loose tea and the Bulk Barn is one of the few places that I can get it.  I picked up my three favourites - Chai Tea, Caramel Black Tea and regular Tea.  Did my thing at the cash after picking up a few more items and headed home.  Unpacked everything but saw that I only had two of my teas, no regular tea.  Grabbed the receipt and saw it wasn't on the receipt and so I didn't pay for the regular tea.  Somewhere between the bins and the cash, I lost it.  Oh well, another good excuse for going to the Bulk Barn again.