I depart for Serabu. I will arrive in time for a prayerful New Year’s Eve with adoration, Mass and a rosary procession through the village. In total, about 7 hours, finishing up around midnight. Then Mass New Years Day, followed by a village picnic by the river and the Cotton Bowl. Well maybe no Cotton Bowl. Cathy and I were there 20 years ago for this celebration. It’s beautiful. I will be spending some quiet days at the Shrine of St John Vianney in Ars France on my way home. Point your intentions in that direction around Feb 1. I will be praying for you. I’m scheduled to return back to the USA on Feb 10. May your 2026 be filled with many family blessings. Remember, we are often defined by our Life Callings. But be on guard, as Samuel warned Saul: what we allow we become. Love you. Tom