More Than Just The First Sunday

Today is the First Sunday in Lent. Remember, Sundays might fall during the Lenten Season (since days of the week cannot be postponed) but they are not a part of the Lenten Season. Sundays are a celebration. Lent is a time of penance and sacrifice.

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Early Morning With Family

Few Americans today understand the importance of extended families. I don’t know why that is – the need to separate the way families do here. I cherish my Filipino roots. Our Titas and Titos are extensions of our parents, to be respected and honored.

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Presidents Day and All-American Waffles

Today we celebrate Presidents Day. It’s a combination of George Washington’s Birthday and that of Abraham Lincoln. Why combine the birthdays? Both were born in February, and combining their birthdays makes life simpler.

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