Zoom in now on the photograph. Picture this man in jail. It is a narrow cell with dim light. You might imagine that he would stare at a dirty wall and do nothing. That is not the case. In fact, he sits on the bed and begins to write. First, he writes on the … Read moreSeeds of Peace
We are all in “quiet time” here in rural Maine, a period with few scheduled events and plenty of time at home. That is a perfect setting for writers to make headway on projects. Currently, I am working on two projects. I have mentioned Lucia of Fatima several times in this blog. I still have several more … Read moreMiraculous! Catholic Mysteries for Kids
Over the last weeks of confinement at home, work continues for the writer. In fact, I have more time devoted to projects. Research for the book Lucia of Fatima, has turned up little known facts about Lucia dos Santos. One of these revelations stunned me. In 1917, Lucia was only ten years at the time Our Lady … Read moreLucia of Fatima: A Surprising Discovery
Right off the bat, this is not hyperbole. Tomie de Paola’s depictions of Francis: The Poor Man of Assisi are the best illustrations found in any saint book yet written. First published in 1982, de Paola explains that his paintings were inspired by frescoes found at the Basilica of San Francesco in Assisi. Filled with bold lines and … Read moreFrancis: The Poor Man of Assisi
Take a close look at this photograph. It is a picture of you and I right now, drifting in suspended animation without an umbilical cord. You guessed it. I am talking about how we all feel as we “shelter in place” during a scary pandemic with no end in sight. Turn back the clock six … Read moreLost in Space…You and I!