The Umbrella by the Door
The Umbrella by the Door (2008) The man kept an umbrella by the door. It had a heavy wooden handle and a deep green canopy. It was a constant companion … Continue reading
Searching for Mr. Tumnus
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Meticulous Grace
I tumble into the car on a frosty morning, tired and stressed and in the throes of writing an essay that is already late. And the water on my windshield … Continue reading
A Child Will Lead
At the vigil Mass for Mary, Mother of God, I took communion, sat, and closed my eyes. I rested in the sound of many shuffling steps and bulky coats, a pile … Continue reading
In the Silent Hours of the Night, Bless the Lord
It’s 3 a.m. and there is a sliver of a moon outside. It is so quiet. I’ve taken to enjoying moments like this since I read an article titled “The … Continue reading
The Lily that did not Mind Death
In order to walk to class, I tumble through a tangled garden path and descend the hill behind our house. The landscape is neglected and precarious, but I have mastered … Continue reading
Roman Thoughts: Bad Pictures of the Pope
I was excited to grab a shot of the new Holy Father at this week’s Wednesday audience. But the photos did not go so well. Here the two best shots: … Continue reading
Roman Thoughts: On Confessing in Another Language
I am chaperoning a high school trip to Rome this week. First, let me say how wonderful it is to see teenagers phoneless and agape. Anyway. The first church we … Continue reading
How to Treat a Woman (You’re Working With)
I posted this a couple years ago. It has come to mind recently as I grit my teeth and try to get through the day. I decided that for men … Continue reading
Pope Culture
I have adopted a cardinal of my very own, Cardinal Stanislaw Rylko of Poland. It’s a big responsibility, but I think I’m ready. I will pray for him during the … Continue reading
Sunday Brunch 