In my mind, today's launch of the spectacular new Apple TV+ series Prehistoric Planet is perfectly timed. The natural history streaming event arrives on day two of Laudato Si' week, the annual celebration of Pope Francis' encyclical “Laudato Si’: On Care For Our Common Home". As we ponder globally … [Read more...] about Prehistoric Planet
LA Love: They Call Me Magic
Since Daddy died, it feels like I've been away from Los Angeles more than I've been home. On one recent trip, I spent a day of travel binge-watching the new Apple TV+ docuseries They Call Me Magic. A no-holds-barred look at the life of one of LA's brightest stars, Earvin "Magic" Johnson, the … [Read more...] about LA Love: They Call Me Magic
On Anger: Heart-Changing Wisdom from Grindelwald
For the past few days, I've been enjoying some family time with my sister, brother-in-law, and nephews. It's a change of pace to come to the midwest and not immediately rush to a nursing home to see one of my parents. With Daddy's funeral and our parents' cemetery interment still a few weeks away, … [Read more...] about On Anger: Heart-Changing Wisdom from Grindelwald
Daddy’s Girl
It's been quiet around here for the past month. When I logged in today to try to break my silence with just a bit of blogging, tears splashed across my keyboard and I had to again step away for a while. Those of you who journey with me on social media will understand that the death of Daddy, on … [Read more...] about Daddy’s Girl
Man of God
When I attended a recent screening for the film MAN OF GOD, in theaters nationwide today, I walked in not knowing what to expect. The venue for the event was the beautiful Saint Sophia Greek Orthodox Cathedral in Los Angeles. While only a few miles from my home, this sacred spot was entirely new to … [Read more...] about Man of God
Getting Together in Person and Virtually
This weekend, I am in Anaheim for the Archdiocese of Los Angeles' annual Religious Education Congress. For as long as I can remember, Congress has been a bright spot in my year: a chance to gather with friends and colleagues from around the country, to catch up, and to be renewed. This year, while … [Read more...] about Getting Together in Person and Virtually