Monthly Archives: May 2014

An Invitation to Mindfulness

Posted on May 18, 2014 by Rev. Dr. Rosemary C. Hyde,

Today, for the first time since arriving last Tuesday, we made it out of the house before noon — if only to attend an 11:30 am Mass around the corner. As the day went on, we actually had both lunch … Continue reading →

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History Lies Heavy

Posted on May 17, 2014 by Rev. Dr. Rosemary C. Hyde,

Last evening, we were strolling by the Luxembourg Garden, casually looking at the giant photos posted on the iron fence around much of the Garden's periphery. it was a massive exhibit celebrating the hundred year anniversary of World War I, … Continue reading →

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Another Perspective on the Latin Quarter

Posted on May 16, 2014 by Rev. Dr. Rosemary C. Hyde,

Val de Grace and Port Royal. I'd heard of them, but as tourist attractions they're decidedly minor, so I have never actually spent time in this area. Nevertheless, it is our delightful home for a month. It's visually satisfying — … Continue reading →

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Paris 2014 May 15 Thanks to Guardian Angels!

Posted on May 15, 2014 by Rev. Dr. Rosemary C. Hyde,

We got here! I don't ever want to come through JFK again. I remember this same kind of thing happening at JFK once before — we arrive and, to continue our flight, have to change terminals. This meant going outside, … Continue reading →

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