Today I visited with a friend who sprained her ankle and was homebound for healing.  She loves the Catholic faith and has been actively immersed in varying aspects of teaching, engaging and inspiring her entire 69 years of life..and still going.  Recently, due to other health issues, she formally retired but as was expected, is … Continue reading "…Your Servant Is Listening"

Today while visiting a jumping facility with my kids, I saw a woman holding the hands of two small children, one on each side of her wading through the waves of energetic, smiling and sweating kids.  I smiled because I could recall the feelings of safety, concern, protection and guidance that a simple hand holding … Continue reading "…I Wanna Hold Your Hand"

We are made in the image and likeness of God.  He formed us from the dust of the ground. He breathed life into us. He is “our” life.  

“To take in the Good News, we can’t be living in the cramped space of our sinful souls. We can’t have an “expect the worst” attitude. Instead, we repent, or change the minds that we have. Another way to get at this is to say that like is known by like. If God is love, … Continue reading "…A New Perspective"

Faith is a gift from God. Open it.

I sent this meme to a woman today to let her know how special she is and how grateful we are to have her in our lives.  I didn’t realize until after sending it, that she may not understand exactly what it means. Sure enough I had to explain the message and at one point, … Continue reading "…The Appeal of a Rib"