They got...

Mr.& Mrs. Johnson with Fr. Ralph...

... married! With Fr. Ralph witnessing, family and friends present, and the Steds family in attendance, Maggie Moshier '18 and Edward "Eddie" Johnson IV '18 of Steds were married at the Chapel of St. Lucy at Villa Walsh in Morristown, New Jersey. It was a true summer day, warm and humid, with showers always threatening, but nothing could put a damper on this special day nor the radiance of this bride and the beaming pride of the groom. Indeed, there were smiles all around but none bigger than that of the groom. On Maggie joining the Steds Family, fellow Stedsman, Best Man, and brother of the groom, Ryan Johnson' 24, shared, "This weekend was a fantastic demonstration of the love and joy of the Notre Dame and St. Ed's families. Many former Steds-men make the trip to New Jersey to celebrate one of their own and welcome Maggie into the family. Congratulations Maggie and Eddie!"

Best wishes and congratulations to Maggie and Eddie Johnson!

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... and then the feting of the new couple began...

... and then it was time for toasts...

... and lil bro and best man hit it out the park...

... and proud Dad, Ed, was all smiles...

... and then there was dancing...

... while others took a break!

Saturday squirrel.

Aix sponsa 

With our furry friends still on hiatus, another campus neighbor can take center stage. In the lakes at Notre Dame, many fowl can be found, and by far, the most numerous are the ducks. Spotted in St. Mary's Lake, this wood duck was seen enjoying its catch. On enjoying breakfast, this wood duck non-verbaled, "It's a little fishy for my tastes."

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Another special...

First treat...

... treat. Yes, another special treat was enjoyed by Fr. Ralph. Actually, not one but TWO special treats! On returning to campus, Fr. Ralph flew over one of the natural wonders of America, the Grand Canyon, and then another, the Great Salt Lake. And if you look closely enough, one can actually see the white rapids of the Colorado River! On enjoying these natural treats from thirty-eight thousand feet, Fr. Ralph said, "You always hear from others, but finally, I got to experience for myself! I can now stop flying!"

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... and then another treat!

They got...

Robert and Brigid Cline with Fr. Ralph...

... married! With Fr. Ralph witnessing and with family, friends, and the Steds family present, Brigid Burns '23 of Farley Hall and Robert Cline '23 of Steds were married at Our Lady of Lourdes Church in Denver, Colorado. It was a beautiful and a very warm day, with bright, bright sunshine, but nothing, not even heat nor the effects of high altitude could put a damper on the radiance of this bride and the beaming pride of the groom. On Brigid, joining the Steds family, groomsman and Stedsman, Michael Mitchell '23, said, "I have never seen anyone with as large a smile as the smiles that were on Robert and Brigid’s face during the wedding ceremony” while Kyle Bass '23, fellow Stedsman and Man of Honor, shared, "Was it the altitude taking my breath away, or this beautiful wedding? It was an absolute joy to see Robert and Brigid finally tie the knot, and we could not have asked for a better addition to the extended St. Edward’s Hall family.” 

Best wishes and congratulations to Mr. & Mrs. Cline!

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... Stedsmen gathered for pre-reception drinks...

... but were better later with the groom!

Your Sunday picture...

Take it in!

... from Notre Dame. Sometimes, when the wind is blowing the right way and the plane lands in the right the direction, you're afforded a most special view from the air. Recently, returning to campus after the conclusion of the "Summer of Ralph," Fr. Ralph was treated to this view. Enjoy, and enjoy your Sunday wherever you may be!

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Best of...

 ... the Gentlemen's Monthly. Well, it may TEN years ago, but it may NOT be ten years ago today. Still, it is one of my most FAVORITE postings. Enjoy this blast from the very distant past.    

The King is...

Farewell flame boilers... 

...dead. Sad, but true. Without any pageantry, not even a simple goodbye, the flame boilers of La Fortune's Burger King were unceremonious dumped on the back of a unmarked flatbed truck, whisking them away from campus to rest who knows where. With the Burger King now gone, Smash Burger, with its "fresh and healthy" options, will ascend to the open space at LaFun. On the passing of the Burger King, an unnamed student said, "It reminds me of King Richard III who was also unceremonious buried in the late 1400's. He was recently found in a parking lot in Leicester, England. So, I wonder where and when our Burger King will be found."

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Somebody's getting...

Eddie Johnson and Maggie Moshier...

... married. That's right. Edward "Eddie" Johnson is getting married! With nuptials to be exchanged with Maggie Moshier in August, friends of the Johnson hosted an engagement party for the happy couple in Eddie's home town of Atlanta, Georgia. Despite the heat and humidity of Hotlanta, this cool couple were feted at one cool party that reflected the tastes and personalities of the bride and groom-to-be. Matter of fact, Maggie's favorite flowers were present AND served up in a bottle of the couples' favorite beverage, Topo Chico. Refreshing indeed. Love was truly in the air that evening, and no one wished the evening to end. On hosting the couple, Amy Mathes '81, a Steds mom three time over, shared, "What a joyous occasion it was, celebrating Eddie Johnson, a true Steds and Southern gentleman, and his fiancé Maggie Moshier! A true Fiancé  Fiesta with friends and family gathering to not only kick off their wedding season but also showering them with their love and best wishes!"

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... with Eddie's family...

... and thoughtful, couture decorations...

... and some light pontification by Fr. Ralph.