I got my prescription lenses and mask at Low Key - right in Cruz Bay. Just brought my prescript with me, and they have lenses to match. Easy, and they do it right then and there!

I keep my Christmas tree and decoration up until the feast of the Ephiphany, January 6. In olden days, the Christmas season lasted 40 days (from the birth of the baby Jesus till the time he was presented in the temple)...There is a church in Camden, NJ that still has its tree up and will take it dow...

Liamsaunt - did you do any enhancement/photoshopping of the picture? the colors are unbelievable...

The bishops of several Catholic Dioceses have asked parishes to temporarily suspend receiving holy communion from the chalice; we also have suspended the exchange of peace (shaking hands), and holding hands at the recitation of the Our Father. Good ideas all... Hope everyone stays well, takes care o...

Ruth - surely you jest! We love your sunsets - the more the better...BTW - would love to know about that mysterious boat out in Gallows???

Dear Kathy - yes, prayer can make a difference, and I am promising mine for you, your mother Linda, and your family. May you know courage, strength and faith in this most trying time.

MB and Charlie - Happy Anniversay to a lovely couple! Like everyone else, can't believe it's the 3rd...have a wonderful and safe trip

Pia - I would love to follow your blog...sounds like it will be a good read. Please send me the link.

Your husband sounds amazing to be able to take on such a hugh project. Best of luck to you both:)

Prayers coming your way for the safety of all on island...I've got the Hurricane Prayer that was published in Our Lady of Mount Carmel Sunday bulletin. Saying it for all! Be safe.

Dear Meg - so sorry to hear the latest news on Ann. Please know that I continue to think of her, pray for her, and you and your families. I have great hope that the CTCA will provide good treatment options for her. Take good care of yourself and Ann.

Prayer is not the least but the MOST we can do for another human being...so please be assured of my prayers for Ann, her family, and you.

I am also sending you a PM.

Hello Margo - I am so happy that you reconsidered and will stay on the Forum. Anyone who would provide us with the kind of trip report that you did from your last trip...can't say enough good about you, and thank you for all that you have done and been for all of us. I totally missed whatever it was...

Hello Mary Beth. Thanks so much for your clever report and pics. Sounds like all had a good time - how did your mom do? I hope she enjoyed the island.
BTW - loved the pics of you and Charlie

Dear MB - so glad your mom is OK. Sorry that you were so stressed, but that Charlie IS a sweetheart. I think you two are such a sweet couple
Have a wonderful and safe trip and just let go of all that stress.

MB- my prayers for you and your mom, and that all goes well with the trip. I am so sorry all this happened as it did. Keep us posted!