Lei Hali’a O Kalaupapa
I was a little tardy getting into the Paddy Wagon because I had been trying to choose which of two shirts to wear to the...
What about synthetic embryos?
Embryonic stem cells have held a certain appeal and promise because they are remarkably flexible. Researchers can make various cell types out of them,...
Where in the world is …?
When my daughter was young, we moved to a beach community. It was a collection of mostly summer cottages with a smattering of year-round...
The fly and the ant
It’s no secret that I am an animal lover. In this column, I’ve written extensively about my best friend Igor, my forever pooch, and...
The daring duo
The young man approached the manager of Duffy’s Circus and asked for a job as a lion tamer. So the manager took him to...
Setting a moral vision as parents
When I was recently visiting with friends, a group of young girls was playing in a neighboring yard. Every few minutes, for more than...
A simple action is not so simple
The smallest of actions can lead to powerful reactions. I’m convinced that no matter what we do in life, no matter how seemingly inconsequential...
Called to walk in newness of life
We were celebrating the Easter Vigil Mass at the nursing home. Sister Claire nudged me to get the hand bells ready. As I rang...
The daring duo
The young man approached the manager of Duffy’s Circus and asked for a job as a lion tamer. So, the manager took him to...
Suicidal fears and authentic accompaniment
When we realize that someone we love may be suicidal, it can be complicated to figure out how best to respond. The threat of...
