"Not so long ago the middle of August was still a lazy time to enjoy the last few days of summer. It used to be that Labor Day marked the unofficial end of summer - not so much any more in more places for more and more people.
"The erosion of summer is driven mainly by the start of school. I have watched with sadness as the school year seems to begin earlier and earlier and earlier. . . .
"What’s the big rush? Why are some people in such a big hurry to get back to the grind? Families have so little time to spend time together as it is! . . .."
In a recent commentary, Msgr. Charles Pope (pastor of Holy Comforter-Saint Cyprian Parish, Washington, DC) reflected on the purpose of rest (both on the Sabbath and on vacation) and on some of the factors driving the reduction of rest time.
To access Msgr. Pope's complete post, please visit:
Community in Mission: A Lament on the Shrinking of Summer (13 AUG 26)
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