Archive for October, 2007

Blessing of the Animals

Monday, October 8th, 2007

A camel, entering the Cathedral of St. John the Divine

I went to the Cathedral of St. John the Divine this Sunday to attend the Blessing of the Animals. The first Sunday in October is closest to the feast day for St. Francis, and for the last 22 years, [...]

little joys

Monday, October 1st, 2007

A giant head of cauliflower from the farmers’ market, cut up, tossed with oil, salt and pepper, a finely minced onion, and several tablespoons of spicy curry powder. Roasted in a 425 degree oven for about 45 minutes. Even Kate, who hasn’t been a particular fan of cauliflower in the past, said she [...]