Monthly Archives: June 2018

The Solvents of Faith

Posted on June 28, 2018 by Jim Langcuster

I have to say that I found Rod Dreher’s recent musings on the disillusionment with and abandonment of Catholicism by his friend, Tommy Tucker, not only perceptive but also deeply moving and even prescient reading. Indeed, it served as a … Continue reading →

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When Parents Push Too Hard

Posted on June 26, 2018 by Jim Langcuster

Way back in the 70’s as a adolescent, I learned a valuable life lesson, one that I tried to practice in my own relationship with my two precious daughters as they were growing up: namely, the dangers of pushing kids … Continue reading →

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An Old Map that Inspired

Posted on June 25, 2018 by Jim Langcuster

I owe this framed map of the post-colonial United States, which hung in my parents’ den for many years while I was growing up, an immense debt. For starters, it invokes happy memories of my parents and of a secure, … Continue reading →

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Five Remarkable Facts about D-Day

Posted on June 6, 2018 by Jim Langcuster

Most of us are familiar the basic facts of D-Day from watching movies such as Saving Private Ryan and Band of Brothers. So, today, I thought that I would share a few of the facts relating to the fascinating backstory … Continue reading →

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