Arid, dry, dustyThirst and empty river beds. Hands cup the air: rain. Photo courtesy of Thaliesin on Pixabay

Recently I attended the Ninefold Festival, a women’s spiritual retreat, and as I was returning home, I reflected on how rejuvenated I felt. At one point, I texted my husband to thank him for being supportive of my desire to attend the retreat. I believe every woman needs to attend a women-only retreat at least once ...

I am Catholic. What does that mean, especially this time of year? This time of year, is the Lenten Season, beginning on February 14 as Ash Wednesday, and ending three days before Easter. Ash Wednesday is the day after Mardi Gras’ Fat Tuesday. This year, Easter is Sunday, April 1. The Lenten Season lasts six-weeks, ...