What's with the sheep?

If you look back over the posts for the last few months, you'll see that sheep are fairly present.

Here is a picture of the sheep on the side of the Pendle, where we scattered mom and dads ashes. They were near the bottom (see how steep it is?), just hanging out during the gale that was sweeping through.
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So, today I get to mass and I'm in my slightly-hyper mood. I've found myself in this mood frequently. It feels like my soul is racing. Certainly my mind is. It's like I have to keep moving or thinking...problem-solving...doing. It feels like there is nothing between that and sitting in a room and crying for a week.

And what happens? Fr. Murphy talks about how hard it is to be still. How stressful the holidays are. How we get so busy shopping that we forget to spend time with people. How we spend our time racing, and don't spend time listening and being with friends. He suggested we pray a mantra this holiday: Be Still. And know that I am God. Then we sing:

Like a Shepherd he feels his flock and gathers the lambs in his arms, holding them carefully close to his heart, leading them home (Isaiah 40:9-11).

What do you suppose those sheep were doing on the Pendle?

What's in the Bag?

We got home from doing errands this morning, only to find Kitty, Sheep, Bunny and Cow getting into trouble. It all started about ten days ago, when Becca left a little something for me. She told me to leave it alone and no peeking! Well...this intrigued Sheep and Kitty, in particular, who reported on Tuesday night that whatever was in the bag, sneezed.

I checked with Becca and she responded, "Did I forget to tell you about feeding and watering my gift? No wonder it sneezed. Please ask Kitty and sheep to check on "it", but tell them to keep anything they find out to themselves so you still will be surprised on Christmas." So...I relayed the message!

What happens today? I get home from doing laundry and I find Kitty and Sheep, Bunny ad Cow "checking on it". What's in the bag?

Sheep Captains the Ship!

The final day of Sheeps journey home, he was invited to the helm and asked to captain the ship. What a journey! Sheep couldn't wait to return home and tell his tale of adventure.

Sheep gets promoted!

Having followed Sheep's ventures through Paris on behalf of his Moose and animal friends, we can all see what a strong leader Sheep is. Not to mention the fact that his entrepreneurial spirit is pretty kick-a**.

Before you knew it, Sheep was offered the opportunity to steer the ship and took charge! He found the best leadership position was right in the middle. Here he positions himself on the hub of the ships main wheel.

Sheep Heads Home

It was time for Sheep to head back to the States. Having enjoyed his stay in Paris so much, Sheep decided to commandeer a ship and sail back over the Ocean.

Here, Sheep work in the commissary to pay his way.

Sheep Meets Friends in Paris: Day 1

On day one, Sheep began networking with animals in Paris. Here, he meet with a group of mules, who shared Sheep's concerns that VP candidate Palin was inflaming sensitivities of animals around the world.

Although not related to moose, the mules had concerns that Palin might decide to reestablish mules as a major source of transportation in the western parts of the United States, under the guise of energy-efficient transportation.

Talks with the mules resulted in an agreement that the mules would refuse to cooperate with human in the case that Palin did become VP of America. In addition, they encouraged sheep to visit with their cousins, the horses, who had greater authority and responsibility in and around Paris. The mules felt that the horses should lead any opposition marches that might be organized prior to or following the United States elections.

All in all...a good day on the quest to unite the animals of the world.

Sheep Meets Friends in Paris: Day 1

On day one, Sheep began networking with animals in Paris. Here, he meet with a group of mules, who shared Sheep's concerns that VP candidate Palin was inflaming sensitivities of animals around the world.

Although not related to moose, the mules had concerns that Palin might decide to reestablish mules as a major source of transportation in the western parts of the United States, under the guise of energy-efficient transportation.

Talks with the mules resulted in an agreement that the mules would refuse to cooperate with human in the case that Palin did become VP of America. In addition, they encouraged sheep to visit with their cousins, the horses, who had greater authority and responsibility in and around Paris. The mules felt that the horses should lead any opposition marches that might be organized prior to or following the United States elections.

All in all...a good day on the quest to unite the animals of the world.

Sheeps Adventures in Paris (aka - The Palin Plan)

The call was clear. The moment was now. Republican Vice- Presidential Candidate, Sarah Palin had thrown down the gauntlet and Sheep rose to the challenge. Palin's message to Americans, "Real Women Hunt Moose," had stirred something deep within sheep. He was, after all, the symbol of peace amongst all...lions and lambs laying together....Sheep's Moose friends begged him for help. "Get the message out! We must rally the animals across the world and rid the world of this hate!"And so, Sheep headed for France.

Sheep arrives in Paris and begins by reviewing the map.