Easter Weekend

Mom and dad arrived in town last night, and the in-laws arrive tonight. Busy weekend ahead. We went to Holy Thursday mass at St. Matthew's so we can go out tonight (maybe burgers? LOL).

It's a busy hectic time, but it's so nice to have them here and have family nearby. We get so busy all of the time. We don't slow down, we don't focus on faith and family and time together. My parents aren't getting any younger. Well, neither are we. But seeing them slow down, or step tentatively, or squint a little harder at a map, it's all a stark reminder that we should be grateful to have this time away without commitments or dad having to get back to work. It's a time of peace, and family, and a home together. And it's time to remember during the holiest week of the year. Gay marriage has dominated the headlines these last few days. I don't begrudge those who want that "right" for themselves. But a traditional definitely of marriage and family is one of the Catholic Church's longest legacies. And it should be treasured. Marriage is marriage, right? Civil unions and legal commitments are another.

I digress. Happy Easter.