Notes from a parish cat and his author Julie Mackenzie

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I am Father Tom Fish, esteemed member of the religious team at Temptation of Christ Parish in the novels by author Julie Mackenzie. As to my background, I was invited into the rectory as a stray, laid on the charm, and was invited to stay, even honorarily ordained and no less spiritual than my sidekick Father Will. He dotes on me to high heaven and forgives all of my street cat proclivities, whatever the hell that means.

Saturday, May 7, 2011

Hooah! Amen.



This week's events have rendered me speechless--almost.

It has been one for the Ages. Not only have my friends the Navy SEAL Team Six done an amazing job, their service to our country is second to none. If they would have me, I would like to become a Navy SEAL chaplain.

Tom??!!



I aim to be a cross between Father Mulcahey on MASH (see, they have big letters, too) and Rambo. I haven't tried it, but I know I could hold my breath under water for two minutes. I would be praying the whole time and cringing at the thought of being suspended in the dreaded H2O, but I'd do it, just to prove myself worthy. I already have claws which are deadly weapons, I am very good at keeping evil at bay, and I honestly and truly have six-pack abs--you just can't see them with all my fur.



I wear camo well, too. (did you hear about the guy who liked wearing camouflage but had trouble finding himself?) and, best of all, I am very good at keeping secrets. The whole time I've been at Temptation, I never once told what I've heard in the confessional. Now, if that isn't restraint, I don't know what is.



So, my friends, I'm the purrfect candidate to keep our men safe and strong--and close to the Man upstairs. And, at the end of every mission, I know I would get the biggest dish of ice cream on the planet.

--Tom

22 comments:

MISS PEACH ~(^.^)~ said...

Oh yes indeed you would be a wonderfur Navy Seal kitty....I would feel very safe with you beside me....
Bravo for the good guys...all happens in Gods time...
Love Miss Peach

Mariodacat said...

Tom - you have to go for it. I know you will be the best Navy Seal ever.

The Daily Pip said...

You have my vote! I know I would feel much safer with you out there fighting the good fight!

Your pal, Pip

Marg said...

Tom, we think that is a terrific idea for you to be a Navy Seal. It really would be scary for you to have to hold your breath that long under water but we are sure the praying would get you through that. Those Navy Seals are amazing and brave people. Sure glad they all got out alive. Take care.

Hannah and Lucy said...

Tom we think you would make a good Navy Seal and with those magnificent claws of doom you wear no one would ever win in a fight with you.
Luv Hannah and Lucy xx xx

Cindy said...

You would be a great Navy Seal! They are amazing. But you have many secret weapons they don't.

Oskar said...

You'll make a great Seal!

Nubbin wiggles,
Oskar

Brian's Home Blog said...

Me too, I think you would be a super seal! Have a great weekend everyone!

SASS....Sammy Andy Shelly Sierra said...

You go dear friend....and if you ever need help, please call on us.....Sammy and Andy.....we'll let our sisfur keep mama company!!!!!!!!1

Admiral Hestorb said...

Oh Tom, you'd be a hit as a SEAL. I'd be so proud to know you, too.
xoxox

KarenMcG said...

Tom, we second the motion. If you need written endorsement, let us know. "The Boys" and I are ready to offer our support. That holding your breath for 2 minutes thing, though, maybe you'd better re-think that one.

Gattina said...

I would prefer that you stay save in your church and watch over the people !

Katnip Lounge said...

And stealth! Nobody is stealthier than a Cat. Tom, we think since Cats rule the world anyway, maybe it's time to assert ourselves.

Who's with us?

Summer at sparklecat.com said...

Sounds like the perfect job for you, Tom! I would never make the cut because I really hate water.

Mr Puddy said...

Go for it Father Tom !
I really want to see your next move : )..Must be so FUN !
xoxox

The Island Cats said...

We think being a Navy Seal would be the coolest, Tom!! You gotta go for it!!

The Florida Furkids said...

We think you would make a Purrfect Navy Seal!!



The Florida Furkids and Angel Sniffie

Tamago said...

Tom, we are sure you would be a great Navy Seal!
You've got six-pack abs? You must be working out a lot!

Fr. Tom Fish said...

Folks, I'm quite happy being the parish cat at Temptation, make no mistake. I can't help but wonder, though, what it would be like to be a SEAL chaplain. As far as heavenly guidance goes, looks like they already have that from the looks of things. Thanks guys, for all you do.

Hope you all had a great weekend and an especially good Mother's Day. I know Julie did. Her daughter Megan gave her flowers. I got scritches and scratches and coos and hugs. After all, I'm everybody's baby so I get to be smothered, I mean mothered, hehehe!

Best,
Tom

meowmeowmans said...

Oh yeah, Tom! You would make a GREAT Navy Seal Chaplain!

Happy Mother's Day to you and Julie. How nice that Megan gave her flowers, too. :)

Elizabeth Keene said...

No doubt you'd knock 'em dead, Tom. :)

Have a happy week!

Jon Farleigh and Dewi

wildcatwoods said...

We would vote for you!!! Thanks for coming to our party - Mom was working so we are late. Hope your Mother's Day was fun!

Cats of Wildcat Woods