Music With a Message
I love classic rock and roll. One of my favorite artists is Stevie Nicks, with and without Fleetwood Mac. Recently I went to an outdoor concert to watch her perform live. Packed in with 14,000 other...
View ArticleLife is Good
Let us be silent, that we may hear the whispers of God. - Ralph Waldo Emerson Recently, as I was floating on my back in the pool, completely relaxed, I said to myself, Ahh, life is good. Later that...
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Wrapped Up in This Book
Every now and then I pick up a book and find that it touches my heart and awakens my senses. Teresa Tomeo and Cheryl Dickow have written such a book with Wrapped Up, God’s Ten Gifts for Women. Drawing...
View ArticleA Life-changing Pilgrimage
This week marks the one year anniversary of my Franciscan Pilgrimage. In the midst of the perfect storm brewing off the east coast and preparing for holidays and family time I can’t help but reflect on...
View ArticleI Am my Mother’s Child
Today marks two weeks since the Sandy Hook Elementary massacre. I am still emotionally raw; I can’t watch the news right now because every time they mention Sandy Hook Elementary my eyes well up with...
View ArticleThe Dead Sea Scrolls: Life and Faith in Ancient Times
Have you been to a museum lately? It can be a lot of fun and the exposure to history is mind boggling. Many times I find exhibits that hit my heart as well as my head. Recently, my husband and I had...
View ArticleSweet Tweet
I have always been a fan of a good book. A good book connects me to a different reality, while it also entertains and inspires me. Over the last couple of years, I have also become a fan of social...
View ArticleSpring’s Promise
Living in Ohio gives me the wonderful opportunity to enjoy the four seasons. I have to admit that I am a fair-weather fan, never liking it too hot or too cold. So spring is one of my favorite seasons....
View ArticleAmazing Grace
This weekend while straightening up my porch, I noticed my front door wreath was crooked. When I removed the wreath to rehang it, I didn’t realize there was a small bird nest built deep inside the...
View ArticleFind Your Home
Recently I left my Midwestern home to visit the South. There, the people spoke with their warm drawl and called me “ma’am,” and of course I ate wonderful food. As I drove through the small towns, it...
View ArticleThe Joys of Yard Art
I can’t believe it. I have yard art in my back yard! In case you are wondering what is yard art, I will try to give you a quick definition. Yard art is decorative accessories for your yard that can...
View ArticleNeed Help Praying?
As a customer service representative at Franciscan Media, I often get asked for products that might teach readers the best way to pray. People are looking for answers about how to pray, as well as why...
View ArticleThe Joys of Art
About 10 years ago, I became very interested in art–all kinds of art. Who knew there were so many types of art: folk art, abstract art, decorative art, fine art, and other types? What interests me most...
View ArticleA Life-changing Pilgrimage
This week marks the one year anniversary of my Franciscan Pilgrimage. In the midst of the perfect storm brewing off the east coast and preparing for holidays and family time I can’t help but reflect on...
View ArticleI Am my Mother’s Child
Today marks two weeks since the Sandy Hook Elementary massacre. I am still emotionally raw; I can’t watch the news right now because every time they mention Sandy Hook Elementary my eyes well up with...
View ArticleThe Dead Sea Scrolls: Life and Faith in Ancient Times
Have you been to a museum lately? It can be a lot of fun and the exposure to history is mind boggling. Many times I find exhibits that hit my heart as well as my head. Recently, my husband and I had...
View ArticleSweet Tweet
I have always been a fan of a good book. A good book connects me to a different reality, while it also entertains and inspires me. Over the last couple of years, I have also become a fan of social...
View ArticleSpring’s Promise
Living in Ohio gives me the wonderful opportunity to enjoy the four seasons. I have to admit that I am a fair-weather fan, never liking it too hot or too cold. So spring is one of my favorite seasons....
View ArticleFinding Time to Pray
Like everyone else, I have a very busy, hectic life. My family keeps me delightfully busy, I am always busy at work, not to mention all the other errands and commitments I have in my life. Frankly,...
View ArticleFalling Into Joy
Have you ever wanted to lash out to a complete stranger? It can be hard at times not to, but thankfully this is one time when I know God’s grace rewarded me with love and joy! On Tuesday night’s I...
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