Gems from the Blogosphere

* I found this Lenten article that led me to wonder, "What if the narrative of the 40 days in the desert was told to the Apostles during the 40 days before the Ascension?" A fascinating rumination.

* Our favorite Young Fogey introduced me to a concept I'd never heard before in the liturgical year: the Winter Virgins [attn: My Beloved-- note the dates].

* Inside Catholic yields this ironic dig.

* not Gems, but "ems" from my friend in Oregon.