For the past few days I've been attending and participating in a training seminar in Washington, D.C. It's theme was "Strong Roots-Sustainable Futures." I love that idea and was happy to be a part of such a positive event for educators, counselors, and many others who support and love the Military Child. We had a … Continue reading Strong Roots
God’s got this
"All good gifts around us … Continue reading God’s got this
Philippians 4:6-7
"Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus." I get it. I cannot experience the peace of God, that peace that … Continue reading Philippians 4:6-7
“I Can Just Be Me”
https://youtu.be/0VRUU8UBXCk Today, as God would have it, I heard the above song on the radio as I was driving home from a trip to the adoration chapel at a nearby church. I found it speaking to me and found it on YouTube soon after I arrived home. As some of you who follow me know … Continue reading “I Can Just Be Me”
“Christ Is Passing By”
I’ve begun reading a collection of St. Josemaria Escriva’s homilies entitled Christ Is Passing By. While I’ve only read a handful, I’ve already been given much to consider and it’s making my ‘head hurt.’ Or maybe it’s my heart. I have written on a few occasions about Jesus’ obedience to His Father’s will. And I … Continue reading “Christ Is Passing By”
On Cathedrals and Creation
My husband, Sean, and I have been traveling across the western United States for a retirement vacation for the past few days. The last two were spent in Yellowstone National Park. The vistas are amazing pretty much anywhere you look. A magnificent place like Yellowstone helps you realize how small you are as an individual … Continue reading On Cathedrals and Creation
Psalm 145
"The Lord is gracious and merciful, slow to anger and abounding in mercy." - v. 8 The Lord is gracious and merciful! I have been on vacation since Friday. Spent the weekend with friends and family. Such blessings!! I love my life and am so very grateful for what I've been given. God has blessed … Continue reading Psalm 145
“…help my unbelief!”
Today's Gospel reading is from the Book of John, Chapter 20, verses 24-29. It's a short vignette about the apostle Thomas who refused to believe his closest friends, one might even call them his spiritual brothers. I'm sure this was not only distressing to them, this lack of trust in their eye witness account, but … Continue reading “…help my unbelief!”
Drowning in Lemonade 