Reflection from one year ago: We all get tired. Even strong, healthy people get tired from a chronic situation whether physical, mental or spiritual.  Sometimes, we are called upon to be that temporary support.  While they continue their personal efforts to persevere, we can just shift some of that metaphorical weight off of them and … Continue reading "…Take My Hand"

Reflection from one year ago: St. Padre Pio, was the priest with Stigmata. How utterly awesome and frightening at the same time.  I was not aware of St. Padre Pio’s story until after I obtained a small inspirational ornament.  It sits on my kitchen windowsill with the words: “Pray, hope and don’t worry. Trust in … Continue reading "…Let’s Pray"

Reflection from one year ago: This morning began with tears.   Tears from another’s soul that was exhausted from fighting against physical pain over years without any change. Fear of the unknown can cripple our outlook,  mind and future.  When a problem is chronic, there are feelings of defeat and loss. Loss of present joy, future … Continue reading "…Lean Into His Embrace"

Reflection from one year ago: I was watching a broadcast of Joyce Meyer Ministries when she stated: “Love isn’t something that God does – it’s what He is.” Love nurtures. Love protects. Love guides. Love disciplines. Love perseveres. Love encourages. Love is strength. Love is empowering. Love shares emotions. Love nourishes.  Love sacrifices. Love forgives. Yes, God … Continue reading "…God IS Love"

Reflection from a year ago: Dreaming of giant oak trees was certainly unique to me. I recall seeing extremely tall and massive oak tree trunks with huge branches reaching towards the sky.  I thought to myself “wow, this would make a great picture looking upwards.” I continued walking through these groves of huge trees.  In ancient times, the … Continue reading "…Mighty Oak Tree"

Reflection from a year ago: Today, in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King,  the social feeds have been swarming with memes, quotes, photos, rallies, etc.  This one caused me to pause and consider.   Dr. King’s vision was for racial equality.  He became the appointed leader to bring forth an important change to social inequality among the … Continue reading "…What Matters"

Reflection from one year ago: There are many conversations about being present in our own lives.  Perhaps we seem to be unaware, distracted or simply not in tune with our own unique nuances of the day.  We leave our mind in the past recycling “what if’s” or “if only’s”, or continually focus on future needs … Continue reading "…Being Present"

Reflection from one year ago: Today while mopping the kitchen floor, was a perfect time for prayer.  I prayed for guidance for my husband at work – that God would help him find the right words and deliver his message with confidence and strength.  Later,  I tuned into EWTN for a second and there was … Continue reading "…Pray Incessantly"

Reflection from one year ago: Today, I received a text asking “what I thought” about this meme: I replied that “we don’t need to judge anyone because that is left to God”  and that “we all think others’ sins are worse than our own when in reality any sin separates us from God.”   She replied … Continue reading "…Degree of Sin?"

Reflections from one year ago: One brisk morning back in April 2013, my best friend and Confirmation sponsor Katie and I had gone away for a weekend “down the Cape”.  We were celebrating my recent Confirmation at the Easter Vigil.   It had been an adventurous 7 mos of meetings, questioning,  purging, and revelations of quite … Continue reading "…The Living Bread"