Where Are You Today, Lord?

This quote from Bishop Robert Barron extends the message on why humanity tends to lean towards hate and radicalism and doomed to repeat.  “Friends, after Jesus names his twelve apostles in today’s Gospel, he heals a multitude of people. And that multitude represents us, for we all stand in need of the Savior’s healing touch. … Continue reading "God Help Us…"

There have been many American historical moments that call out Patriotism…American Revolution, Pearl Harbor,  9/11, those were just at the top of my head but I know there are many other moments, good and bad, in our short history. Today I read a Facebook post from a local mom who was a little upset that … Continue reading "…Does History Indeed Repeat?"

A few years back while at my son’s sports game, I said to some other moms, “Boy, it’s such a gorgeous day here, it’s hard to believe Florida is getting racked with Hurricane Irma right now.  A mom retorted that between Hurricanes Harvey and Irma tearing up Texas, the Caribbean, now Florida, and the earthquake … Continue reading "…But to Whom Will You Run?"

This message is for all people and all generations. When someone does something that is against general moral theory, I often wonder if they ever knew better.  There are many who don’t for one reason or another.  We must always teach and better yet, live our lives with good intentions, good aspirations, and constantly seeking … Continue reading "…Know the Good"

Today, I was summons to participate in Trial Jury Duty. I arrived a bit late due to heavy traffic but once arrived I proceeded to check in and receive my number…oh my, “lucky number 13”. The officer said “well, it’s better than #1”.  I sat in silence with 23 other potential jurors for 2.5 solid … Continue reading "…And Justice For All"

Something we can all benefit from in our daily interactions with others.  Assess for yourself before jumping to conclusions opined by others. 

So this morning after I fed the pets, I turned on the TV to get the morning news.  Instead, there was a movie showing and the scene immediately caught my attention.  It was set in the 1940’s, and there was a white man asking a black man if he was Jackie Robinson, to which he … Continue reading "…Team Humanity"

Words and notes of certain songs can hit the soul like a rock. Maybe it’s because it’s telling us something true about ourselves, healing a wound, carrying a deep desire, or seeking answers.   I can barely whisper this song at Mass each time it’s played because I choke up, my eyes well up and … Continue reading "…Sing To Me"

Sometimes, without intention, mistakes are made that causes hurt to someone we love.  Those are the worse kinds of mistakes because both parties are blindsided.  The one who makes the mistake doesn’t consider the other person for one reason or another – maybe they thought the action was inconsequential.  Unfortunately, the one who is hurt … Continue reading "…How Many Times?"

When I saw this meme today, I wondered to myself, if this journal – a year in the making – will serve as a silent evangelizer for those who may read it.  I know one doesn’t have to shout from the rooftops to make a point but instead it’s the calm whisper that people tend … Continue reading "…It’s In His Hands"