I'm Back!

February was quite a month whereby both the expected and unexpected had me on the run. Things began typically enough and then came the snow. On 2/10 in the midst of a raging snowstorm, I received the bad news that my dear friend Joie had passed away. After getting our car dug out we made the journey to Poughkeepsie to be with his wife Barbara. We did not get back until after the funeral which was during another snow storm on 2/16. Then it was a quick turnaround to get ready to go to Modesto, CA and prepare for presentations to the students on St. Dominic and then faculty on Dominican Spirituality at Central Catholic High School. A wonderful school! Great young men & women guided by a dedicated faculty and staff. I got home just in time for another snow storm! About 2 feet this time and we were without power and heat for two days. We survived of course and thought there were inconveniences it was good to have time even in the dark to slow down and reflect. Well, we have said good bye to Feb. and here we are in March. Yes, many things are planned but perhaps the lesson of Feb. was to take time to appreciate those loved ones around us and all the blessings we often take for granted.