Faith & Spirituality

Under COVID-19 pandemic isolation and its steadily escalating death toll, managing the anxiety of ordinarily stressful life passages has become exponentially unbearable.

Christmas traditions in my life, particularly growing up, have helped shape my faith; and as my husband and I strive to pass on these traditions to our children, we hope that they will also help strengthen and build the foundation of their faith.

Las Posadas processions finish with a spread of traditional culinary treats. Cider, hot chocolate and cookies are among the offerings. Sure to be present are biscochitos, New Mexico's state cookie

Art invites us to look at Scripture in new ways. Nativity scenes usually focus on the Holy Family, but this painting focuses on the shepherds, centered in the middle of the painting.

With immense gratitude I am blessed to spend each day helping to take care of my mom, drawing on her love and being inspired by her.