I am inspired by learning about the lives of those people we call “saints”. They seemed to have such a strong and beautiful connection with God. The majority of them also suffered a lot during their lives. I tend to put a lot of expectations on myself. As I read more about the saints, I realize how imperfect I am wonder if God is asking me to do more than I am. I can put even more pressure on myself. I was so grateful to talk to my spiritual director who opened a book to these words by Thomas Merton, “For me to be a saint means to be myself.” He reminded me that there is only 1 of me. Like every other person, we each have unique relationships and will make a unique contribution to life. That sounds a lot easier than trying to be who I am not.

I Found God today in a reminder to be the best me I can be.