Taking a blogging break

I have quite a few things going on right now, so I'm taking a break for a few days!

I hope you all have a wonderful Thanksgiving.. God Bless each and every one of you:-)

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Daily Inspirations

Daily Inspirations

Thursday, November 19

As {Jesus} drew near {Jerusalem}, he saw the city and wept over it, saying, “If this day you only knew what makes for peace—but now it is hidden from your eyes.”
—Luke 19:41–42

How many cities does Jesus weep over today? How many nations cause his compassionate heart to break for all the missed opportunities to know God’s shalom?

1 Maccabees 2:15–29
Psalm 50
Luke 19:41–44

Daily Inspirations

Daily Inspirations

Wednesday, November 18

The Dedication of the Basilicas of St. Peter and St. Paul, apostles, in Rome
St. Rose-Philippine Duchesne, virgin

{The king replied}, “Well done, good servant! You have been faithful in this very small matter; take charge of ten cities.” —Luke 19:17

Sometimes, for reasons known only to God, we don’t get our heart’s desire. French-born Sr. Rose Duchesne had always longed to work with the people of the New World, but didn’t make it to the Potawatomi mission until she was too old and frail to be of much practical use. Still, the Potawatomi called her “the woman who prays always” for her long hours in fervent prayer. As we all discover, when you are where God wants you to be, you’re always on time.

2 Maccabees 7:1, 20–31
Psalm 17
Luke 19:11–28
or (for the memorial of the dedication):
Acts 28: 11–16, 30–31

Matthew 14:22–33

Wordless Wednesday

The Simple Woman's Daybook

Outside my window: beautiful fall day in Minnesota!

I am thinking: how peaceful I am feeling at this moment.

I am thankful for: my family & extended family

I am wearing: jeans & long sleeved shirt

I am remembering: the yummy lunch my hubby treated me to:-)

I am going: to pick up my kids from school in about 25 minutes!!

I am reading: The Mists of Mercy (just finished it actually!!)

I am hoping: to spend some time in Adoration this week.

On my mind: family and friends who need prayers.

Noticing that: I need to dust, yet again!!

Pondering these words: Faith will see us through

From the kitchen: caramel rolls

Around the house: clean laundry waiting to be folded.

One of my favorite things: watching my husband grow in his faith!!



A picture I'm sharing:

Just have to share.....

Alex: (my kindergartner) MOM, MOM, MOM... you know what MOM?????

Me: what Al, Al, Al .....

Alex: I know what Christmas is about now MOM!!!

Me: Really???? What is Christmas about Al???

Alex: It's all about Jesus MOM!!

Me: Yes, Al, you are right!!

Alex: Jesus was born on Christmas MOM and its about him and not the toys, but can I still get some toys too?

Me: Yes, Alex.. we will celebrate the birth of Jesus on Christmas but.. we will still share some gifts too:-)


A little proud? Ok, yes, just a little:-)

Morning Offering

O Jesus, through the Immaculate Heart of Mary, I offer
You the prayers, works, joys and sufferings of this day, for all
the intentions of Your Sacred Heart, in union with the Holy
Sacrifice of the Mass throughout the world, in reparation for
my sins, and for the intentions of the Holy Father. Amen.

Picking Pockets in the Pew: The CCHD Scandal

Picking Pockets in the Pew: The CCHD Scandal

Saint Quote

'I feel so persuaded, O my God, that You graciously watch over those who hope in Thee, and that no one need require anything so long as they look up to Thee in all things, that I am determined for the future to lay at Your feet, all my anxieties and troubles. "In peace, in the selfsame I will sleep and rest. For thou, O Lord, singularly hast settled me in hope." (Ps. iv.)'

St. Claude de la Colombiere