Some people, it turns out, don’t feel the need to photograph their food before eating it—even if they’re in Italy. And that’s fine.
Commentary
The Catholic parish in a time of violence
We seem to be in an epidemic of mass shootings, with so many innocent people killed, leaving entire communities in deep pain.
A smiling pie, a summer reward, self-checkouts, and more (7 Quick Takes)
In the busyness of summer, I haven’t written 7 Quick Takes in a few weeks, so I hope you enjoy these! ~1~ My friend Olivia came to dinner this week, so I made an apple pie. You never need a reason to bake a pie, but having a friend over is special, especially when you […]
The Rainbow After the Storm
But at the end, even when the storm leaves damage and destruction, there is quiet and stillness. There is hope and peace and a promise of tomorrow.
Rise and shine and pass out the animal crackers
We shared the Catholic faith with youngsters and learned how to capture their attention and help bring Bible stories to life.
Skating through life
I walked to the counter and paid to rent a pair of skates and put them on.
Baltimore’s strongman
Antone Matysek’s most-famous stunt, which he performed on the Vaudeville stage, was hoisting three men over his head with one arm as they pedaled vainly on a custom-made bicycle outfitted with added weights.
Pretzels, treats and reflections during a staycation (7 Quick Takes)
I took this past week off from work for a sort of staycation with my boys.
When life gives you lemons, serve ice cream cake
Sometimes when life gives you lemons, you push them down the garbage disposal and make your own fun.
What would the baby choose?
We want to be pro-life. We want to be pro-kindness!
The Tale of a Trumpet
One of the most wonderful gifts of being a parent is watching your children discover their passions and then pour themselves into them.
Roe and the legacy of abortion
Ruth did not send “Ruth Sent Us.” But she and Antonin could send us to seek common ground in helping children and their mothers.