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Commotion in the Pews

Thoughts and tirades that don't fit into any of my books. A collection of items of limited interest to anyone.

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The Crinkle Of Paper, And Other Sounds I Have Missed.

Commotion in the Pews Posted on March 22, 2017 by Joseph CourtemancheMarch 21, 2017

Several years ago I was in the mandatory diversity class that most employers force you to take. My concept of diversity is not being too big an idiot with anyone. Color, creed, gender, none of it matters: just be polite … Continue reading →

Posted in Sincere Stuff, technology, Uncategorized, veterans | Tagged blessings, bluetooth, commotion in the pews, deafness, disabled veteran, diversity training, dog tags jingling, hearing aids, hearing loss, joseph courtemanche, keys jangling, music, tinnitus, wife's voice

When It Rains You Get Wet. It Also Slakes Your Thirst. Drowns Turkeys, Too.

Commotion in the Pews Posted on May 5, 2016 by Joseph CourtemancheMay 5, 2016

First, see the previous blog (right below this one) for a couple of giveaway dealies – free audio books of Assault on Saint Agnes and Kindle versions as well. Free as in no cash, but you have to like something … Continue reading →

Posted in Assault on Saint Agnes, audio book, Uncategorized, Writing | Tagged assault on saint agnes, audio book, bacon, basic training, blessings, commotion in the pews, giveaway, joseph courtemanche, kindle, minnesota state services for the blind, navsecgru, Navy, pistol qualifications, pulpit, sea story

That Cold Shower Was Bracing…

Commotion in the Pews Posted on April 13, 2016 by Joseph CourtemancheApril 13, 2016

The final days of getting ready to launch your book are like a marathon. A marathon obstacle course. With extra potholes. And sheep on the course. Rams, in specific – the ones with horns. That’s the last two weeks. Please … Continue reading →

Posted in acting, Uncategorized, Writing | Tagged assault on saint agnes, audio production, blessings, car troubles, cold showers, demolition, joseph courtemanche, marathon, potholes, rams, sheep, sleepless, water heater

It’s Really That Simple.

Commotion in the Pews Posted on December 16, 2015 by Joseph CourtemancheDecember 15, 2015

For many years I’ve been involved with Toys For Tots. I got my start as Santa when the man doing the job wasn’t up to it any longer. I was fully qualified: I was fat and had a beard. The … Continue reading →

Posted in Santa Stuff, Uncategorized | Tagged blessings, charity, children, Christmas, commotion in the pews, God, joseph courtemanche, Santa, santa joe, toys for tots, united states marine corps, video

It’s Probably Early To Start This Thread – But That’s The Way It Goes.

Commotion in the Pews Posted on November 4, 2015 by Joseph CourtemancheNovember 3, 2015

I’m sure you’re aware of the old expression “When it rains, it pours.” If not, that’s been my day for the last 48 hours. I have not taken so many phone calls, and had so many urgent emails in years. … Continue reading →

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