We have our first In The Know matchday and I experience God's Presence in the fondness for these students.

I enjoy a meal and conversation - communion actually - with my dear Sister-in-law visiting from out of town.

I see important connections between a tribute to Thomas Merton on the 50th anniversary of his sudden death and insights about religion in the U.S.A. by Andrew Sullivan.

I watch the final performance of my son in his high school production of "A Christmas Carol" and reflect on it's Advent theme of transformation.

My daughter performs in a big and special dance number and I feel joy at seeing how grown up she seems while I feel a bit sad thinking of how quickly she has grown up!

My son performs in A Christmas Carol (as Narrator #5) and I am so proud of him!

If you've listened to episodes #135, #128, #116, or #58 you know that the Keurig K coffee pods are a nemesis of mine. Today I was feeling grateful for a great alternative solution - the Hamilton Beach Brewstation 48466-MX (this is not a paid product endorsement - just a really cool thing which has helped the faculty at my school and also the earth!)🌎

I sing this magnificent Advent hymn with my students and recall how much it means to me.

I watch the #24HoursOfReality with my students and reflect on low or no carbon ways to solve problems - like raking leaves!

I am watching now (until 9pm EST on December 4th) the amazing, inspiring, unifying 24 Hours of Reality and it's focus on Caring for Creation