Where Are You Today, Lord?

I love making plans! Plans to work, vacation, pay off bills, have cookouts, birthday parties, shop, meet friends, read books, do homework, whatever it is.  We plan our days, nights and future – that’s what we do. Some people say, they fly by the seat of their pants – perhaps – but they still acquiesce to some plans such … Continue reading "…If The Lord Wills"

Ah, we’ve all heard “if you don’t have anything good to say, don’t say anything at all.” Time gives our emotions a chance to subside and our thoughts to gather in a productive manner rather than a reactive manner.  Try it, you’ll be glad you did and much wiser when you do speak. Peace, Paula

Sometimes the tasks, the disappointments, the chaos, the responsibilities, the desire to just give up, are just too overwhelming.  We are only mere humans and we have very human emotions. I often hear myself ask “why, why now?” Fortunately, we are never left alone to wallow in the muck.  God give us a much needed … Continue reading "…Crying Out Loud"

Who we are on the inside certainly shows up in our actions, thoughts and words on the outside. Sometimes, they are endearing and sometimes they are downright horrible.  Some people are panged with irrational thoughts whether towards others or themselves. There is constant communication going on in the mind. It’s not easy being human – … Continue reading "…Nurturing Hope Within"

Each Sunday, we have the opportunity, or better yet, obligation to go to Mass and receive the Eucharist. God knows exactly what is best for us and what will heal us from the inside out.  His presence in us renews us not only spiritually, but mindfully, physically and intellectually. The Holy Spirit helps us hear … Continue reading "…God Is Who We Need"

“If true knowledge of God depends upon immersion in the Holy Spirit, then that knowledge is a function of an entire form of life, involving prayer, self-denial, the corporal and spiritual works of mercy, and the forgiveness of one’s enemies.  We don’t so much think our way to an understanding of God; we live our way … Continue reading "…Is Your Faith Really Alive?"

From the time we are born, we humble ourselves to learn from others who are willing to share their knowledge. Whether it be speaking first words, reading and writing, riding a bike, learning algebra, cooking meals, calculating the motion of the universe, or upon our first introduction to Jesus, Proverbs or the Book of Wisdom. … Continue reading "…Humility Before Honor"

A few months ago, a friend of mine pleaded with me to go on vacation with her and some friends.  Due to time constraints with my job, and of course finances, it wasn’t possible. She texted me a few times, while by the ocean side, reading a book I loaned her for the journey.  She … Continue reading "…Food For The Soul"

I watch and observe. I evaluate situations and discuss scenarios and options with people. But when the observation is over, I am moved to action: Prayer.  Did you really think I wouldn’t talk over all my concerns, thoughts, issues and choices with the only one Who knows everything good in life for me?  Peace, Paula

As we know, “trouble” can be years worth of drudgery.  But eventually, the patience endured to keep putting one foot in front of the other and sacrificing for others, does finally have its rewards. Someone in my family has finally been rewarded with the option to scale back his demanding life significantly, possibly to the … Continue reading "…Rewards of Perseverance"