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He is Risen, He is risen indeed! Alleluia!

To paraphrase the homily from Easter Mass, Love died on Good Friday, was silent on Holy Saturday, and returned to us on Easter Sunday when Christ rose from the dead. His sacrifice for our salvation was the most amazing gift ever given. He gave all, for all, and that gift is always there, but aContinue reading “He is Risen, He is risen indeed! Alleluia!”

Day 33~ Gratitude

Trigger warning ~ abortion/child loss. There is so much in life to be grateful for, even in the challenges and sorrows we face. How many times do things that feel so heavy, lead us eventually to an unexpected joy? The hardships and struggles I’ve had to face, pale so much in comparison to that ofContinue reading “Day 33~ Gratitude”

Day 22 – Envy

Hi there! Today’s readings included the story of Israel, and his son Joseph and his brother’s. Envy took a toll on that family, as it does many. For years the deception led to a separation which was heartbreaking to the father. Eventually the truth came out, but not until after much hardship and a reunionContinue reading “Day 22 – Envy”

Day 21 ~ Living Water

Good Morning and Welcome! Thank you for joining my contemplation of a portion of today’s Mass reading from Jeremiah 17:7-8…being planted by the water. One of my biggest ongoing struggles is trusting in the Lord. There is no good reason for my struggle because the Lord always shows up when I need Him and callContinue reading “Day 21 ~ Living Water”

Day 20 ~ As a Butterfly

It is so beautiful and amazing to me that I am given an opportunity for a new start, each and every day. This is indeed an undeserved chance for me to make changes to better myself and the world around me. I rarely utilize this gift to a degree I could. Silly, lazy, selfish Mary.Continue reading “Day 20 ~ As a Butterfly”

Day 19 ~ O, to have a Happy Death

Today the intentions for the St Joseph Novena I am participating in are for those nearing their death from this world to have a happy death. Joseph is the patron saint of many things, among which is, a happy death. It is presumed he had among the happiest of deaths, in the arms and loveContinue reading “Day 19 ~ O, to have a Happy Death”

Day 16 Pray for your Enemies

Wow, today’s gospel is a tough one. Jesus tells us to pray for our enemies. In society today it seems more and more challenging to know who is a friend and who an enemy…so many seem to be cancelling or flat out rejecting those who don’t believe the same as they do. On some level,Continue reading “Day 16 Pray for your Enemies”

Day 15 Community

Good Morning World! As I woke this morning to a cold snowy day in Oklahoma, I am so very grateful for the safety and warmth of my home. I thought about the Ukrainian people outside in even colder conditions without the basics of warmth, supplies, electricity, or even a roof over their heads as theyContinue reading “Day 15 Community”