Today is the Feast of St. Francis of Assisi, and I was thinking about how a parrothead is all about that laid-back lifestyle, right? Surly as a good catholic you must have heard about St. Francis of Assisi and his famous call to "Rebuild My Church". When St. Francis heard that call, he knew he had to do something transformative. At first he was like, "OK, I'll rebuilt that church", and went to work. Then he discovered it wasn't just about fixing up an old building; it was about making things better on a deeper level. Kinda like how we find renewal in a Buffett song after a long work week or how we get back to basics hanging out with family. We can take this "rebuilding" idea to heart. It not just about doing something external, it's also internal; not about doing things on our own, but also with community.
But wait, there's more... this "rebuild" stuff is also about diving a little deeper into what makes life meaningful. Afterall, Jimmy Buffett's songs aren't all flip-flops and margaritas; there's wisdom in those lyrics, man. St. Francis reminds us to mix in some soul-searching along with our fun. We can be laid-back and still have depth, enjoying the moment while also thinking about the big picture.
So, next time you're sipping on a "Margaritaville" margarita and Jimmy's strumming that six-string, remember that the call to "Rebuild My Church" is a call to all of us. It's a call to make things better, to find a balance between earthly pleasures and higher principles. Whether we're on the Coast, at a concert, or just hanging with friends and family, let's take that spirit of St. Francis and make our own little slice of paradise even better. Fins Up! 🦜🍹
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