With the Solemnity of the Sacred Heart on Friday and a free day to celebrate the Fourth of July on Monday, we had four days of relaxation in a row! It was nice but also a bit strange since we’re so used to our structured life around the monastery. Now it’s time to get back to the matter at hand.

No other words are necessary to let you know that floors are being prepared for final finishing, whether they be wood, linoleum or cork.

No feet allowed.  This door stood open so I didn’t need to ignore the sign.  God is so good!