Well I had a good weekend. I hadn’t been to church for a while, but I went last night and again this morning. I’m sore, especially my lower back. In my church, Russian Orthodox, we stand for the duration unless old or infirm, and the services are long. But my soul feels good. My heart feels lighter. People at church — I’m sure if you go to one of any kind you know this — are kind. And it’s good to be with people who share your beliefs.

Now we have just three weeks left until Pascha (Easter). Should be very nice this year.

Have you ever read the poem Three Moves by John Logan? It’s not great, but I’ve always admired the cadence. Parents please note it has grownup language. … I thought about it tonight, just because I sometimes do, at times when I need to think about my soul.