Recently, I left Spokane for a new job, new house, new state and a new community.

It's a small town and...

I don't think he has directly affected my perception of the Catholic Church per se, but it certainly has improved my perceptions of the office of pope. But I guess the Catholic Church chose him...

Perhaps you’ve seen the memes. They begin with “That awkward moment when…” and proceed to describe a common (often funny) awkward moment.

In my opinion, there should be only one response: love.

I show gratefulness by (first and foremost) telling people thank you, sometimes writing a note or dropping off some small thing I know they will like.