I thought I was doing pretty good reading my book for the “retreat” I am participating in. We meet once a week for 10 weeks and have a reading assignment for each week. I looked over the schedule again this morning and realized that I still had quite a bit to read. After getting the daily tasks accomplished, I had 1 hour before I had to get ready for the meeting. I didn’t think I would be able to finish, but somehow I did and even had time to write out answers to the thought provoking questions. I was glad about that. Part of this particular reading brought out  teachings of St. Therese of Lisieux. She lived her life as a “little one” allowing God to lead her. Knowing that we are not perfect and will not be, we can still have a relationship with Jesus. That is what He wants. Another aspect of God that St. Therese highlighted is that He wants us to trust in His mercy. When we talked about these things in the group, I realized that I am my own worst critic. I feel like I try to do my best and be my best, but I know I fall short every single day. So, how can I even please God in that? Following the “Little  Way” helps me to remember that each day I can thank God and praise Him for each thing I do in my little life. God just wants to be a part of my life, my day, right here and now just as I am. That way He can shower His grace and mercy on me.

I Found God today in a reminder that God loves me right where I am.