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We Live in Hope

Not knowing when the dawn will come, I open every door.” – Emily Dickinson

Merton . . . on Life

I’d like to remember this on those days that are hectic, when I am trying to accomplish too many tasks: Take more time, cover less ground. – Thomas Merton Dancing in the Waters of Life

Every Being, an Abode of God

Every being is an abode of God, worthy of respect and reverence. – Hindu Scripture

Miracles According to Einstein

There are two ways to live your life. One is as though nothing is a miracle. The other is as though everything is a miracle. -Albert Einstein

What Is the Source of a True Smile?

    The source of a true smile is an awakened mind. Smiling helps you approach the day with gentleness and understanding. – Thich Nhat Hanh Peace is Every Step

Watching the Dawn Arise

One of my favorite Psalms is Psalm 139. And on Friday it is one of our readings – the Responsorial Psalm. Guide me, Lord, along the everlasting way. If I take the wings of the dawn, if I settle at the farthest limits of… Continue Reading “Watching the Dawn Arise”

Waiting for God Takes Courage

Thursday’s Responsorial Psalm is from Psalm 27 “I believe that I shall see the bounty of God in the land of the living. Wait for the God with courage; be stouthearted, and wait for God.” How right it is to say that waiting for… Continue Reading “Waiting for God Takes Courage”

Merton on Gratitude

To be grateful is to recognize the Love of God in everything.” – Thomas Merton

The Feast of the Guardian Angels

Tuesday, October 2nd is the Feast of the Guardian Angels. We can’t prove they are there, but I’m pretty sure that they have been around and kept me out of a scrap or two in my life. The picture below is from a fresco… Continue Reading “The Feast of the Guardian Angels”

The Feast of St. Thérèse of Lisieux

October 1st is the feast of St. Thérèse of Lisieux, the Little Flower. She is a favorite saint of many; many of my sisters are fond of her. I share a quote of hers today. For me, prayer is a surge of the heart;… Continue Reading “The Feast of St. Thérèse of Lisieux”