The Pen is Mightier … Than the Text?

The Pen is Mightier … Than the Text?

I was once notorious for my handwriting, and I probably still am. I’d write on the board of my classroom, and my students would in unison tilt their heads, inevitably leading a brave soul to raise their hand, “Mr. B., HOW do you spell that?” As I edit papers for my...
A Layover in Ramadan

A Layover in Ramadan

After an exhausting 15 hour flight, all I wanted was a cold beer. I was looking at a nine hour layover in the Middle East, and in hopes of passing the time, I sought to make friends in one of the airport’s lounges. Approaching a smiling attendant, I inquired if she...
Giving in to Birthdays

Giving in to Birthdays

Four years ago while studying in Québec, I managed to celebrate my birthday without a single Bonne fête or cake. None of my classmates, instructors, or housemates knew — that is, until the next day, June 6th, when one of my classmates (whose Facebook friendship...
TJP Video: Father 2 Father

TJP Video: Father 2 Father

Twenty-nine men (from the U.S., Canada and Haiti) were newly ordained to the Jesuit priesthood. Some of the U.S. Jesuits were caught on video taking a moment the day of their ordination to thank their fathers for making them the men they are today. This is...
“You’re just like your dad…”

“You’re just like your dad…”

I knelt in the front pew, watching the rest of the congregation pass by to receive Communion. I had spent a majority of the Mass quietly crying off-and-on. As my dad walked by, he smiled and warmly patted me on the cheek, tears running down his own face. I felt as if...
Loving a Liar: The Mercy of Dear Evan Hansen

Loving a Liar: The Mercy of Dear Evan Hansen

Embed from Getty Images The new Broadway musical, Dear Evan Hanson, deservedly snatched up six Tony Awards on Sunday night, including best new musical, best score, best actor and best featured actress. Evan, the show’s lead character, is a socially awkward high school...
Wonder Woman: A Story of Female Bondage or Liberation?

Wonder Woman: A Story of Female Bondage or Liberation?

It’s the skirt and costume that get me. See, I want to believe… I desperately want to believe that Wonder Woman (WW) empowers women. I want to believe that she inspires women, showing that they are truly powerful, independent, and heroes. I want to believe that Wonder...