High Noon In Downtown Chicago

High Noon in Downtown Chicago St. Peter's in the Loop Two minutes more, Father Cal, and you will hear another of my strange confessions. Right now, I'm outside watching the rain on my glasses running in rills. Once inside I'll confess the usual stuff with a few variations, none essential, all accidental, the same plot, the same ploys, the same frenetic tale I have always to tell. Next week, I promise, it will be different. Next week, I promise I'll fall on the kneeler and whisper through the grille, "Father Cal, it is I. You know the rest." Next week, I won't make another list in the diner across from St. Peter's. Next week I'll swig on a milkshake instead. Father Cal, you and I will both profit. Donal Mahoney