It is definitely monsoon season in the desert. We've had cloudy skies, rain, and cool temps (OK, 'cool' is a relative term. It was under 100 degress - so that's cool). Sr. John-Mark and I were taking the puppies out last night, and she made a bold statement: "Wow, the breeze is actually cool." Again, [...]
Outside of Sacred Scripture, some of the most consoling words ever spoken were those said by Our Lady to St. Juan Diego in her apparition in Guadalupe: “Am I not here, I, who am your Mother? Are you not under my shadow and protection? Am I not the source of your joy? Are you not in [...]
Yesterday was our first 'official' packing extravaganza! We've been doing stuff here and there - but yesterday we really got to business and did some major packing! Sr. Marie Andre made a few calls and before we knew it about 8 friends said they'd be here to kick-off the packing and moving preps. That is [...]
For some odd reason, we get a lot of visitors in the Summer. We're so grateful - but we pity them having to bear with the Arizona heat! We feel like we are natives now - even spending some time outside in the habit in 115 degree heat. Honestly, dry heat really is much easier [...]