Today is Pope Benedict’s 81st birthday. Earlier this morning Maya and I were watching the broadcast of his visit to the White House. She sang along as the Marine band played “Happy Birthday” for him. “Does he get birthday cake now?” she asked me. “I’m sure he does, but just in case he doesn’t, do […]
To Blog or Not to Blog
When I’m upset with my husband I tend to write him a letter to express my feelings. You might say that this isn’t the best way to communicate, but it works for us. I take my time, reflect upon what’s happened, and think out carefully what I want to say to him. It’s cathartic. Sometimes […]