DEAR FAITHFUL READERS,

You've no doubt noticed a recent dearth of new poetry.
Perhaps it's a symptom of the batteries running low. However,
the angels of care have gifted me with a retreat. Beginning on
Monday, I'll be staying at Christ in the Desert monastery in
Abiquiu, New Mexico for a week. Deep in the Chama River
Valley, this holy place will fill my heart with songs and
Psalms and prayers and silence. Even if I don't speak your
name aloud in prayer while there, know that God reads our
hearts and that you'll be lifted up in my intentions. Please
pray for me as I pray for you.

Peace,
Rich