“I understand and I know from experience that ‘The kingdom of God is within you.’” Jesus has no need of books or doctors to instruct souls; He, the Doctor of doctors, teaches without the noise of words. Never have I heard Him speak, but I feel that He is within me at each moment; He is guiding and inspiring me with what I must say and do. I find … [Read more...]
Kit Kittredge
…it is!Thank you, everyone, for all the excellent recommendations—movie-viewing, ear-cleaning, and otherwise. Keep ‘em coming! It’s like a Netflix queue in my combox.To my disappointment, I didn’t see any Kit Kittredge DVDs left on the shelf at Blockbuster. I went to ask the gal up front, and to my joy she had an extra copy right there. God is … [Read more...]
Quote of the Day
“Alright, who locked the dog in the bathroom?!!” … [Read more...]
Feeling Social Saturday
Today is cold and snowy. I thought about going to Mass at 8:00 and then shuddered, smoothed my flannel jammies, and decided to go at noon instead.Pray that I’m not still in my jammies at noon!It’s true that these days I feel like cocooning. On the one hand, I would like to make my way to the mall and—hey, what a concept!—maybe purchase some clothes … [Read more...]
An “Um” Post Update (Or: Chasing away the Inner Demons)
One of the things that I determined to do after my “Um” post was to talk to someone about my angst.Besides you, I mean.I made an appointment to see a woman trained in Theophostic Ministry. “Theophostic” means “light of God,” and the difference between this method and traditional therapy is that, rather than having the counselor provide the insight, … [Read more...]
Election Day 2008
Well, I think that we are close enough to the end of the elections that I may return to my normally scheduled posting.Except that come tomorrow life won’t be normal. It will be new and exciting and full of hope.I hope.I hope that whichever presidential candidate wins, we as a nation can be at peace with it. I pray that hearts will heal and that, … [Read more...]
What can I give Him?
“Men will take no count of your sufferings, nor of the drops of blood running from your heart and falling on the pavement of your hidden life; but God counts them every one, and angels will gather them up. Each unseen tear thus falling from your heart is changed into a pearl of great price; and what a happiness for you to find hereafter an … [Read more...]
A Political Endorsement
Sadly, one of our local newspapers has refused to endorse a presidential candidate. Since they have publicized their silence, so to speak, I am stepping in to fill the vacuum.I have not said too much about the election on my blog. However, I've always been clear on where I stand. There is one issue in this election that trumps them all, and that … [Read more...]
(One-Sided) Conversations with my 4-Year-Old
At 5:45 a.m.Angela the Exporer (upon noting that it was still dark outside): Where is the sun, Momma?I think: It’s in its bed, just like you should be. I say: It’s on the other side of the world, Honey.Angela: Let’s go there right now!* * * * * * *Angela the Patriot (upon noting the flag outside our entrance window): The flag is flapping, Momma. … [Read more...]
Weird Pregnant Woman Humor
I am sitting at the computer on a semi-snowy afternoon. (Yes, you read correctly.) Husband, ever the dynamo, brushes past me on the way to fix the front door hinge.Me: Hey.Him: Hey.Me: How am I?He stops, confused, and turns to peer at me.Him: How are you??Me: I’m fine! Thank you for asking.And I’ve even had my nap today. … [Read more...]
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