Kathy DiFiore has spent more than half of her life as the “shelter lady."Read More

Spring took a long time to get here, but now that it’s here, I can't get enough of being outside. And Daniel feels the same way.Over the weekend we went to visit John’s parents on Maryland’s Eastern Shore, and Daniel and I decided to take a walk.Of course, Daniel doesn’tRead More

Remembering Cardinal John Joseph O'Connor (1920-2000) who died on this date 14 years ago (Photo: Patti Murphy Dohn) New York City:Theatre tickets to a new Broadway show on Saturday meant that we made an early start to spend a beautiful, sunny day in the Big Apple.Springtime in NYCSt. Patrick's Cathedral:AfterRead More

If you need a smile on your face to start the new week, check out this footage posted from the Pontifical North American College in Rome.Two deacons who are studying there did a tap dancing duel after a small chorus sang "Give My Regards to Broadway" at the April 30Read More

A new papal commission for protecting minors from sexual abuse was meeting for the first time May 1-3 at the Vatican.Read More

Soccer-fan Pope Francis urged professional athletes to always be sportsmanlike on and off the field because so many people, especially kids, look up to them.Read More

Members of St. Peter the Apostle in Oakland filled St. Peter at the Lake Center for the 74-year-old priest’s funeral Mass April 30.Read More

Here's a peek at some of the traditions and gifts involved when a president, head of state or special guest meets Pope Francis.Read More