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If a Catholic penitent were to come to me and say,"How can I know if I'm contrite enough?" I'd say, ........... Of COURSE you're not contrite enough! don't waste your time with that question. It's the devil's question, trying to get you to focus on you and what you can do to be saved (hint: nothing!) - that way IS pride and lies madness! Focus on God, and if you fear you are not contrite, ask Him to give you mo' better contrition. He loves you and wants to help. Trust Him."

Outstanding, MD! Hey, you're not going to get in any trouble for this, are you? I wouldn't want to contribute to that. :) If the Vatican ever wants to take another stab at ecumenism, they should hire you as a writer. :)

Gotta go do my vain repetitions and idolatrous worship. I hope I was clear and useful.

Yes, indeed. Last night I officially gave up my last vestige of idolatry (I hope). I learned the sad news that Mary Ann from "Gilligan's Island" got popped for tootin' a Mary Jane. I was crushed. It's like my whole childhood doesn't mean anything anymore. OH the humanity! :)