There was a very nice little ceremony at a local park this afternoon. An episcopal church in the neighborhood had a Blessing of the Animals. Yesterday was the feast of St Francis of Assisi. A few dozen people turned out with cats and dogs. Buddy and many of the other dogs were restless, but most behaved OK. There were prayers, and songs. Then the minister blessed each animal individually. Weather was nice.

Just wondered if there was anything like this in your neighborhoods too.