Yesterday, I learned that the first Saint Patrick’s Day parade in the United States took place in Saint Augustine, Florida. I visited Saint Augustine
White Sands and Blue Skies
Who wouldn’t love sliding down a white sand slope under blue skies in a bright green saucer sled? Crystals of white glisten in the sun and swirl
Mardi Gras and New Orleans
Mardi Gras is the last fling before the penitential season of Lent. After several weeks, this festival culminates on "Fat Tuesday" before Ash
Two Saint Isidore Churches Many Miles Apart
Two Saint Isidore churches many miles apart beautifully illustrate the commonalities of worship. At first glance, the village of Agua Fria near Santa
Carlsbad Caverns: An Underground Cathedral
In the absence of light, darkness has no color. To say I am enveloped in soft black velvet does not capture the experience. I cannot see my hand in
Merry Christmas and a Christmas Coloring Page
May the peace of the Infant Jesus fill your hearts with joy this Christmas and always! 2020 has been full of challenges and living in the moment in
A Fall Full of Angels
Fall is about more than colorful leaves…fall is full of angels. The Catholic calendar at this time reflects the passing of days into the
Inspiring Awe in Annapolis
Tourists and locals alike flock to Annapolis, Maryland, on the shores of the scenic Chesapeake Bay. A vacation destination itself, Annapolis boasts
Visit Saint John Vianney in Charles County MD
A prayerful Saturday road trip with a friend turned into a visit to the Shrine of Saint John Vianney. The beauty of pilgrimage is that not only does