This is technically rain, but you get the point Last week I was in a bit of a fog. https://blessedisshe.net/devotion/lies-love-notes-and-identity/ https://blessedisshe.net/devotion/lies-love-notes-and-identity/ Blessed is She blog post. Authors note: I want to thank you for your patience over the last couple of months with the erratic posting. Writing prompts have been there however the sales rep … Continue reading Identity, Trust, and a Gift
I will praise You in the storm
From the storm on Sunday June 30 along I-84 in NY When I was little I remember either my parents or grandparents telling me that thunder is the angels bowling and the lightning is a strike. This was oddly comforting and made the storms something of a treasure as they didn't come quite so often. … Continue reading I will praise You in the storm
From Admonition to Invitation
Luke 10: 38-42 As they continued their journey he entered a village where a woman whose name was Martha welcomed him. She had a sister named Mary [who] sat beside the Lord at his feet listening to him speak. Martha, burdened with much serving, came to him and said, “Lord, do you not care that … Continue reading From Admonition to Invitation
On remembering to say, Yes
In a couple of weeks I am going to host the Blessed is She/Westchester Brunch. After emailing with the group leader we have a theme for the discussion which led me to thinking about both the Garden of Gethsemane, and Good Friday on the Cross when Jesus says, "It is finished." There's another, better word … Continue reading On remembering to say, Yes
On a Desire to Hold Hands
1992 a good year indeed. After Confirmation and First Eucharist my Sweetie and I started talking about the when and how of getting married. In my family there were three weddings in less than six months, and one of my besties married that year. Celebrating Twenty-seven years with this guy in September Twenty-seven years. Sometimes … Continue reading On a Desire to Hold Hands
A Longing Heart
Usually around this time of year I spend time reflecting on and in gratitude for the Rite of Christian Initiation process and my coming home to the Church. I'm reminded of Brene Brown's comment that we are hardwired for struggle. That year in RCIA was a struggle that's for sure, and the months leading up … Continue reading A Longing Heart
There’s a Story
Ya know how some things stick with you in a really good way? I don't remember when Father gave this homily but it's stuck with me for a long time. He spoke of calumny, and detraction and the harm they do, particularly in a community. This particular homily had a specific focus however, the broader … Continue reading There’s a Story
Healing Comes Quietly
In today's post I'm sharing something very personal that involves other people so there are details intentionally left out. Sometime over the the last two years I experienced the healing of a long time repetitive sin. During the time I struggled with this I prayed, confessed, prayed more. Several years back I started looking at … Continue reading Healing Comes Quietly
Boldness in Prayer, in Life
Matthew 20: 17 - 28 Blessed is She Reflection I've had this post open waiting for the right moment when things come together for a good writing session. The thing is, I'll probably write part of this now and finish it in a day or three. When all the words come together in a cohesive … Continue reading Boldness in Prayer, in Life
Forty Days of Prayer for Quilters: Day 15
Lectio Divina is the practice of divine reading where in we read, meditate, contemplate, and orate. We listen for a word, a phrase to contemplate, to live with. In a small group setting a discussion is part of the experience; alone I journal. After an experience in prayer the other night I started thinking about … Continue reading Forty Days of Prayer for Quilters: Day 15
A Quilter's Heart 