Monthly Archives: December 2013

Sowing light in darkness


The last time I touched base with Fr. Francis, he was in the rectory’s living room, thinking back to the first time he was assigned to St. Boniface parish. Over the years, disappointments, disillusionments and distress at learning things he’d … Continue reading

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Closing in on dreams


“Leaving to pursue other interests” usually is a euphemism for someone who did not leave a job voluntarily. However, I actually am leaving my job to pursue other interests: spending more time with family, tackling all those DIY projects that … Continue reading

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Tis the season


I always feel crafty this time of year. The artistic gene is part of my family’s DNA. My son made a porcelain alligator vessel when he was 10. My daughter is as adept at making photo-like collages as she is … Continue reading

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Better than a Swiss Army knife


If I had to name the one thing that was both extremely useful and very cool, it would be Duck Tape. I just love Duck Tape! So, you can imagine my euphoria – and that’s no exaggeration – when I … Continue reading

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