Monthly Archives: April 2025

After the death of Pope Frances, I realized I have memories of seven popes. I was too young to recall Pope Pious XII. I do have a memory of Pope John XXIII . There were stories in the Catholic Treasure Chest comic book. Short, Stocky, always smiling, he reminded me of my grandfathers rather thanContinue reading “Pope Memories, April 28, 2025 religious content 634 words”

The first official Earth Day was celebrated in 1970. This year, 193 countries participate in earth friendly activities around the globe. Usually, there is a theme each year. In 2025, the emphasis is reassessing the success of past projects. Earth Day has lead to the passage of the Clean Air Act, The clean water ActContinue reading “Earth Day after 55 Years April 22, 2025. 414 words”

This past Saturday was the pink moon. It was named as the time when flora start to bud and leaf. Other names for this moon are bud moon, pastel moon and awakening moon.This year Passover started on the evening of the12th. It is celebrated for one week and a day. My mother in law’s churchContinue reading “Moon Musings, April 14, 2025 327 words”

Today’s weather is calling for snow flurries and continued cold temperatures. Not promising for Spring Break week. My brother Craig and my husband John both will be celebrating birthdays in the coming week. What does this have to do with World Health Day? Everything! With cuts across the board in health care programs, rising foodContinue reading “How are you feeling? on World Health Day? April 7, 2025. 368 words”