He is indeed the shining star of my life, and today is his memorial, as yesterday was the memorial of his mother St. Monica. I thought I'd give a little sample of his works below, perhaps to pique the interest of some recalcitrant JTS students.

"Late have I loved you, O Beauty ever ancient, always new, late have I loved you. YOu called, you shouted and you shattered my deafness."

"Our hearts were made for You, O Lord, and they are restless until they rest in you."

-- Confessions

He was obsessed, I think, with the Lord's beauty and truth. I think that's something that we could all use.

Also I wish a farewell to Jessica who is departing for Wellesley today. Benedicat eam Dominus Deus in scientia ea, and may she return soon.