Lent

Not that I got the ashes today, but I have been thinking about it. Days of obligation such as this have turned more into days of reflection for me. The tradition would be for me to decide on a devotion for the duration--think: 'I'm giving up Hershey bars for lent.' The mod Catholic would have some positive thing he would dedicate himself to: going to mass every day; making extra charitable contributions; dedicating a time everyday for reflection.

I haven't done any of that in years--let alone not eat meat on Fridays. Will this be the year? Will Bosco House and the Quakers inspire me?