Although my body informs me otherwise, I still think of myself as somewhere between 37 and 39 years old (or is that my current waist size?).
Up Front and Personal
Ask God for Help with New Year’s Resolutions
By now, you have probably seen the heartwarming Polish Christmas ad that has been watched more than 12 million times. It tells the tale of an aging man trying to learn English alone at home, labeling household objects with Post-its before taking a trip to the United Kingdom and … actually, it is probably best if you watch the video: www.youtube.com/watch?v=tU5Rnd-HM6A (warning, there is some cursing at the 1:30 mark).
Her Christmas Moment Came Early This Year
by Kathleen M. Gallagher, This year, my Christmas Moment came on Thanksgiving Day.
For What Are We Preparing This Advent?
Once again, the Church year has begun with the season of Advent. This is a time of hope, of preparation, of expectation. Despite all past mistakes – globally, nationally or personally – we can open ourselves to a spiritual renewal. We are reminded once again that the coming of God into the world through Christ did not happen in a perfect world.
Be Santa to a Senior
by Rita Piro, Christmas is for kids. How often have we heard this said? Or perhaps said it ourselves.
Abuse Victims’ Spouses Will Share Their Struggles
by Tara Franco, A few years back, as I was sitting on the couch watching television and snuggling with my Weimaraner, Lucy, I recall viewing the Cymbalta commercial for the very first time. On the surface, this commercial struck me because the depicted family also owned a large Weimaraner.
A Winter’s Tale on a Street In New York City
“Hurt, Hungry, Homeless. Need Food, Money, LOVE” (followed by a large heart drawn in bold marker) read the cardboard sign flat on the sidewalk. A dirty, disheveled man of indeterminate age lay next to the sign as the sun was setting on Mercer St. near Washington Square on a recent cold evening.
Don’t Put Off That List of Much Needed Repair Work
by Maureen Pratt
First, it was my car. Next, my refrigerator. Then, my computer. By the time I saw my cardiologist today, I fully expected to leave his office with a ream of new prescriptions and a few new cardio-preserving exercise moves. Why?
Thankful for Chance to Make Diocesan Pilgrimage
What is a pilgrimage? Is there any benefit from going to one? What does one get out of it?
Sights and Scents of B’klyn Neighborhood in the Fall
Bustling was the word with which you could characterize Clinton Hill, Brooklyn, during the 1950s and ’60s.