Last night I drove to Mt. Irenaeus in the dark and cold of a spring snowstorm. I didn’t really know what to expect. How would the friars celebrate the Vigil tonight amidst all the snow and cold.
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Happy Birthday
Today is our son’s 23rd birthday. A lot of water over the dam since 1984. Where has the time gone? If you’re a parent you realize how soon children grow up.
Magnificat anima mea, Dominum
Hail Mary, full of grace.The Lord is with youBlessed are you among women,and blessed is the fruit of your womb, Jesus.Holy Mary, Mother of God,pray for us sinners,now and at the hour of our death.Amen. How often have I prayed those words and then felt a peace and closeness that is beyond all understanding. Today … Read more
Secret life of bees
Yesterday I read “The Secret Life of Bees” in its entirety. I recommend the book to anyone without reservation. It’s a great love story. My daughter had given me a Barnes & Noble gift card for Christmas. On my way home from Mt. Saviour on Friday afternoon I stopped at the Barnes & Noble in … Read more
The Gift from God
In December of 1981 I asked a lady to accompany me to a St. Bonaventure Basketball game at the Reilly Center on campus. The lady agreed and so began a relationship that saw us fall in love. In time we were married and in April of 1984 Devin Jonathan was born. Diane wanted to name … Read more