Parents, Ask Your Children—and Yourself—for Forgiveness

Parents, Ask Your Children—and Yourself—for Forgiveness

December 15, 2022 – In the January 2023 issue of America Magazine, a personal essay on forgiveness, grace and repair in parenting and elder caregiving. In print, it appears as “The Riches of His Grace.” Special thanks to Dr. Kathleen Seabolt at the...
When Coming of Age Was Horror Time

When Coming of Age Was Horror Time

In Today’s American Catholic, a personal essay on how revisiting lyrics I’d written for my hardcore band 30 years ago prompted an exploration of my faith and creative journey. With references to both Dorothy Day AND Ronnie James Dio. Read more at...
Just the Way We Were

Just the Way We Were

At Chapter 16, the literary magazine from Humanities Tennessee, a new personal essay reflecting on my friendship with Dennis Wilkins, who died 30 years ago when we were both 19 years-old. Read more at Chapter...
Francisco De Goya and Brother Ray: Art and Brotherhood

Francisco De Goya and Brother Ray: Art and Brotherhood

In the Italian American Literary Journal Ovunque Siamo, a reflection on the early (and ongoing) influence of a De LaSalle Christian Brother on my education and love of the arts and humanities. Read more at Ovunque...
St. Jeter the Kitty Cat, Pray for Us

St. Jeter the Kitty Cat, Pray for Us

Sometimes transcendence comes during a marathon of potty breaks and toddler demands. At Chapter 16, a reflection on fatherhood, prayer and death. And whether animals go to heaven. Read more at Chapter...