Some days are harder than others when it comes to getting out of bed in the morning. Today was one of the harder ones. Outside it was 14 degrees, with billowing winds blowing the snow across the yard, while I snuggled in warmth beneath my fluffy new down-like comforter. One hour later, I was battling … Continue reading Things Aren’t Always As They Seem
Avoiding Distractions
I woke up the other morning with these words on my heart: "Fight the urge to dwell on that fear." Intrigued, I pondered that thought throughout the day, especially the word fight. I realized that merely passively avoiding worries, stressors and (insert your particular fear here) isn't enough. Taking an active stance in our lives … Continue reading Avoiding Distractions
“Inspired By A Powerful Hope”
Today is known in Christianity as Epiphany (also known as the Feast of the Three Kings), which I recently read is taken from the Greek word "epiphaneia," meaning "manifestation." Merriam-Webster Dictionary defines manifestation as a "perceptible, outward, or visible expression." We know that the Magi were some pretty important people, and yet they set out … Continue reading “Inspired By A Powerful Hope”
Intentionality For 2024
For as long as I can remember, on New Year's Eve, I'd spend a good hour or so painstakingly compiling a long, arbitrary list of things I wanted to change in my life, titled as none other than: "New Year's Resolutions." And then, sure enough (like many folks, I suppose) found my good intentions giving … Continue reading Intentionality For 2024
Wrong Turns
Like any directionally challenged navigator, the phrase "getting lost in a paper bag" seems to perfectly describe my situation, since I've spent many years--often in tears--holding everything from mangled maps to crumpled MapQuest directions, to pure, unadulterated hope, attempting to find my destinations. Mind you, I do well at discerning to which direction I'm heading, … Continue reading Wrong Turns
Moms, Dads and Balance
While perusing one of the dry goods aisles of Kroger's grocery store last week, I overheard an endearing conversation between a father and his pint-sized daughter, who were busy checking out the soups next to me. The dad carried just a hand-held basket--clearly his mind set on something specific, but apparently mom's opinion on the … Continue reading Moms, Dads and Balance
One
As a cradle Catholic, I think I sometimes miss important things about my faith that I'd for so long taken for granted. That's why it's so good to keep learning. I say this because, lately, I've been longing to learn more about the greatest gift of mass--the Eucharist. Just like anything else in life--it never … Continue reading One
Daily Grace 