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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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Memorial Day: Dawn

Commotion in the Pews Posted on May 30, 2022 by Joseph CourtemancheMay 29, 2022

It has long been a tradition on my blog to post a piece of fiction on Memorial Day. Always involving those lost in service to the nation. This year is no exception. I humbly submit my work today, entitled “Dawn” … Continue reading →

Posted in memorial day, military, Uncategorized | Tagged contemplation, flash fiction, honor, loss, memorial day, old dogs, oncology, sacrifice, shipmates, submarines, veterans

We’re All A Mess Inside.

Commotion in the Pews Posted on August 14, 2019 by Joseph CourtemancheAugust 14, 2019

Recently I was privileged to spend a day with a deep thinker. A man who lives his life in the guidance of God. I try, but he really works the program. After a few days of reflection, something he said … Continue reading →

Posted in extraordinarily sage advice and unwanted butting in, Uncategorized | Tagged commotion in the pews, feces sandwich, guilt, joseph courtemanche, loss, Red Suit, social anxiety, ziplock bag

The Snap Of The Last Piece Of Tape Broke Her Heart: A New Flash Fiction Piece.

Commotion in the Pews Posted on August 2, 2016 by Joseph CourtemancheAugust 1, 2016

First, a reminder that we’ve come a long way around here since this blog started, and I’m immensely thankful for that climb up the mountain. If you’re in the upper reaches of the central part of the country (Wisconsin, Minnesota, … Continue reading →

Posted in flash fiction, Sincere Stuff, Uncategorized | Tagged children, commotion in the pews, good person, grandchildren, grief, irregular wheels, joseph courtemanche, lord and savior, loss, love, moving day, packing tape

That Chair Is Taken.

Commotion in the Pews Posted on May 20, 2015 by Joseph CourtemancheMay 19, 2015

“I always enjoy being out here in the sunlight. Not that I really want to spend that much time here, but it is kind of interesting to see who shows up today.” “I love the women. My wife quit coming … Continue reading →

Posted in flash fiction, Love, military, short story, Sincere Stuff, Uncategorized, veterans | Tagged American Legion, bugle call, callan courtemanche, commotion in the pews, courage, Craig Rudolph, honor, joseph courtemanche, loss, memorial day, memorial service, patrick price, peter craig, Ranger 12, resurrection cemetery, rifle volley, sacrifice, sadness, taps

Happy Anniversary, Stormy!

Commotion in the Pews Posted on December 23, 2014 by Joseph CourtemancheDecember 23, 2014

Two years ago a very shy, frightened, Shetland Sheepdog named Stormy came to live with us in Saint Paul. That has changed. This is an image from an hour or two ago, when we had our “morning snuggle.” Please follow … Continue reading →

Posted in dogs, Stormy, Uncategorized | Tagged abandonment, anniversary, commotion in the pews, fear, flight, grieving, joseph courtemanche, loss, love, Maisie, rescue dog, sheltie, shetland sheepdog, snuggle, stormy

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