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I am a teacher of religious studies; a reader of books and player video games; a happy participant in the Walt Disney World experience; and most importantly, a blessed husband to an amazing man.
July 18, 2020August 2, 2020 Sean

Things that Make Me Happy: Prologue: “Happiness can be found, even in the darkest of times. . .”

July 14, 2020 Sean

Coping in the Age of Covid

May 29, 2020 Sean

Thoughts after reading the current “The New Yorker”

May 26, 2020May 26, 2020 Sean

Nearing the end of remote learning – for this academic year

May 13, 2020May 26, 2020 Sean

Living Life Well Takes Practice: Post 1

May 9, 2020May 9, 2020 Sean

There is nothing so magical as a rainy day

May 5, 2020May 5, 2020 Sean

The Din is Hard to Bear (or: I cannot bear Very Much Reality)

May 1, 2020May 1, 2020 Sean

Blessed Beltane! Happy St. Walpurga Day!

April 23, 2020April 23, 2020 Sean

Between the Hither and the Farther Shore

April 21, 2020April 23, 2020 Sean

I Miss Teaching

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