A powerful picture of a crowd during the Pope's visit to Philadelphia was shared on social media a little over a year ago. The photo captured a group of people lined up on the sidewalk, anxious to see Pope Francis pass by and wave to them. All of them were holding their phones... except one elderly woman. The expression on the old woman's face clearly demonstrated that she was enjoying the … [Read more...] about Dear America, Please Look Up
30 Times It’s a Good Idea to Pray
This post contains affiliate links. Please see my About Me page for more details. When you wake up. When you realize you lost something (Saint Anthony come around, something's lost and can't be found). When you realize how blessed you are . . . When your heart hurts When you are in need. When you are driving . When you are on an elevator. When you are walking. … [Read more...] about 30 Times It’s a Good Idea to Pray
The Mountains That Faith Can Move
Faith can move a mountain? Then why are all the mountains staying right where they are? Does no one have faith? For years, I never really "got" Matthew 17:20. I tend to take things way to literally. Thankfully, I didn't give up on faith since I didn't see flying mountains on a regular basis . . . or ever. My faith has been such a comfort to me my whole life. Even when I felt lonely, I truly … [Read more...] about The Mountains That Faith Can Move
Heroic Women; Inspiring Resources
More than once I have been asked if I"live in a cave" because I often do not know about current events, or celebrities, or tv shows - I think you get the picture. In fact, I recall one of my students drawing a picture of me "living in my cave" once. What a funny memory - I laughed then and I am smiling now. However, I digress . . The point I am getting at is I think you would have had to be … [Read more...] about Heroic Women; Inspiring Resources
25 Ways to Be A Ray of Sunshine
Even if today is cloudy and rainy; we can all brighten up someone else's day! Here are some ways you can be a ray of sunshine today! Smile at people - really smile at them. Compliment someone's outfit, shirt, or shoes. Tell a person you really like his or her name. Give someone chocolate. Listen to a person without interrupting. Tell a joke - even if it's corny. When you get up to get … [Read more...] about 25 Ways to Be A Ray of Sunshine
When DO Real Women Find Time To Journal?
It is not news to anyone that women tend to be busy. That has probably been a reality for all of human history. Finding time for things that are personal, relaxing or meditative can be a real challenge in our fast-paced world. In my never ending journey to become more organized and better at time management, I asked a few women who use a prayer journal: "when do you find the time?" Here are … [Read more...] about When DO Real Women Find Time To Journal?
