The Art of Family: Rituals, Imagination, and Everyday Spirituality Gina Bria (1998, Dell Books) Traditions, rites, memories, rituals: These are overwhelming to parents who desire to foster a nurturing home environment for their children — one of joy, playfulness, freedom to be who they (and we) are, common courtesy, respect, and unconditional love. Such big shoes to fill, and we know it. Truth be told, the only words I hear

I’m playing a house concert with my friends, Andrew Osenga and Andy Gullahorn on September 21 in Nashville, TN. This show is a fundraiser, so all proceeds go directly to local Nashville Young Life to help them continue their work. Please support this great outreach, one that has meant a good deal to me in my growing up. Would love to see you there. 9/21/10 2112 Hampton Ave. $25 (seating