The world lost a good one with the passing of Mr. Chuck Jennings. He was 87, and lived a meaningful life. Chuck was among the last of the “Southern Gentlemen”.  He carried himself with quiet dignity, and had a commanding presence.  I … [Read more...]

There is soulful melancholy in the sounds of Fado, an ancient music form unique to Portugal. A young woman sang with passion, with total abandon, and had the group mesmerized with her songs.   She sang about mourning and irrevocable loss. I … [Read more...]

I find great comfort in lighting a candle when I go to church. I find peace  in places of worship and pray for those that I love, and those that are part of my small world.  This past week, in an ancient church in Lisbon, I lit candles … [Read more...]

The image captures the moon over Lisboa, or Lisbon for the uninitiated.  I gazed over the city wondering about the lives of those that inhabited this urban sprawl.  I wondered about their lives and their dreams, their challenges and … [Read more...]