Monthly Archives: December 2007

There was a time, not so long ago, when Christmas cards, religious pictures, and Nativity Scenes would portray St Joseph as an older man. After all, this is the Tradition of the Church. These days, not so. Last week while … Continue reading →

Just back from North Carolina, just before heading HERE … regular updates, God willing, in the new year. 1) A Complaint Against the World … No advantages do you offer those who love you, O world, you dwelling-place of sorrows. … Continue reading →

Christmas is a time for clothes. It’s one of the few times that I actually notice clothes. I am no clotheshorse or trendsetter. Thanks to Christmas, I have never bought a pair of underwear … for myself. Ever. Christmas finds … Continue reading →

In the days of the king who enrolled people for the poll tax, our Savior descended And enrolled people in the Book of Life. He enrolled them, and they enrolled Him. On high He enrolled us, On earth they enrolled … Continue reading →

Praise to Him Who descended to us in human form! Praise to the Invisible One Who became visible for our sake! Praise to the Mysterious One Whom no mind can comprehend, and Who through His grace made Himself manifest by … Continue reading →