Monthly Archives: May 2013

Altissimo Omnipotente Bon Signore

Posted on May 31, 2013 by Don Watkins

Altissimu, onnipotente bon Signore, Tue so le laude, la gloria e l’honore et onne benedictione. — St. Francis of Assisi Translated from the original Umbrian dialect this is: Most high, all powerful, all good Lord! All praise is Yours, all glory, all … Continue reading →

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Rolling Thunder

Posted on May 28, 2013 by Don Watkins

We were in Washington for the weekend celebrating 30 years of marriage. Washington is a great place to visit and we were among thousands of other Americans who were in the nation’s capital for the weekend. Among those who came … Continue reading →

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One with creation

Posted on May 26, 2013 by Don Watkins

Yesterday as I made my way around the Museum of the American Indian in Washington, DC I was struck by how much these wonderful indigenous people were in tune with the earth. The wisdom quotes which ringed the walls of … Continue reading →

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The Cracked Pot

Posted on May 24, 2013 by Don Watkins

Today in reading and preparing for class I came across and old favorite and it’s worth sharing again. It’s author is unknown, but we’ve all known what it is to feel inferior and to wish to be more than we … Continue reading →

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Franciscan Philosophy of Social Engagement

Posted on May 24, 2013 by Don Watkins

I recently signed up for a course at The Franciscan Institute at St. Bonaventure University. It’s my first course in a program of study that could lead to a Master of Arts in Franciscan Studies. I’m anxious and excited. I’m … Continue reading →

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The Primacy of Christ

Posted on May 23, 2013 by Don Watkins

The Pope’s homily which I have written about earlier today has come at a time when I have been reading a lot from writers within the Franciscan Intellectual tradition. When I read Pope Francis’ homily earlier today I was reminded … Continue reading →

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Three good things

Posted on May 22, 2013 by Don Watkins

I found out that I have students who like to code. In fact one of my biggest challenges has been motivating a couple of youngsters who just couldn’t get enough of HTML programming today. The weather improved as the day … Continue reading →

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Called to be a Franciscan

Posted on May 22, 2013 by Don Watkins

In the past year I’ve looked more and more what it is to be called to be a Secular Franciscan. I was professed into the order in April of 2002 and since then I’ve grown in fits and starts. What … Continue reading →

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Yoga & mindfulness

Posted on May 21, 2013 by Don Watkins

Who doesn’t like warm weather? I long for these lovely sunny days we are experiencing right now. This morning I was able to head to work with no jacket. A tie, a shirt and slacks. What a great day! Add … Continue reading →

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Three Good Things

Posted on May 21, 2013 by Don Watkins

Last summer I took a one day seminar on Positive Psychology at St. Bonaventure University. Since then I’ve been trying to implement some of what I learned along with what I continue to read about positive psychology in the classroom. … Continue reading →

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