O God, in the course of this busy life, give us times of refreshment and peace; and grant that we may so use our leisure to rebuild our bodies and renew our minds, that our spirits may be opened to the goodness of your creation; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
— Book of Common Prayers
(Photo: Visiting the spirits of Hannigan-O’Connor loved ones, while also participating in the spirit of the end of the season, Kathy and I looked in at Babe Ruth’s gravesite at Gate of Heaven in Westchester County.)