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Teenage King
Today is the feast of St. Louis. My mom remembered that at dinner time, perhaps because we used to live in the city of the same name. So we learned more about him. St. Louis IX was King of France in the 13th century, having become king at age 13. Throughout his reign, St. Louis […]
Public Apology
Today I brought my mom to have her hearing aids cleaned and checked. As we were waiting, other people were checking in for their appointments. One person was getting rather frustrated, though I didn’t hear exactly what was being said. A few minutes later, I heard the person say to the worker, “I’m sorry I […]
Melted My Heart
I had a dinner date with friends tonight, so my grandson graciously came over to spend time with my mom. When I got back home, I found them sitting on the sofa together looking through a photo album. They were on the page of the pictures of my mom and dad near the same age […]
Roller Skates
Last night my mom and I sat out on the porch for a while before bed. There was a young boy across in the street wearing rollerblades. He was going around and around and around the block. My mom counted that he went around 8 times. It could have been more. My mom commented that […]
Faithfully Stay the Course
This morning the bishop of our Diocese celebrated Mass in our parish. I have seen him once in person and a couple of times online. He is a very humble, peaceful man and always speaks in a way that is important and relevant. Today he pointed out that as Jesus was making His way back […]
Girl’s Party
Today was my granddaughter’s birthday party. She had a couple of her friends over for the festivities. They ran and screamed like only little girls can. I raised only boys, my sister had a boy, and my son had two boys before his daughter was born. So there have been many years of just boy […]
Blessing and Protection
Today is my granddaughter’s birthday. I looked back at the photos and blog I wrote when she was born. I talked about what a difference she would make on the lives of those around her. Seven years later, her personality and characteristics are really showing through. She is smart, kind, and empathetic. She has a […]
A Little R&R
I have been a little overwhelmed the past couple days, just being particularly busy and trying to keep my priorities in check. I was very happy that our friend came to be with mom today so I could have some time to myself. And I made sure I did just that. I have learned that […]
Morning Routine
This morning I listened to a woman who spoke of her morning routine. She challenged her listeners to start some sort of routine to get themselves prepared for the day. I thought about my morning routine and how necessary it is for me to try to do certain things before my mom gets up. These […]
Watching Over Us
Today is the Feast of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary. I have a prayer app on my phone called, Hallow. Today started a 33 day devotion to Jesus through Mary that will finish with a consecration to Mary. Basically, a person entrusts themselves to the protection, guidance, and intercession of Our Blessed Mother. […]
