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Tag Archives: Faith
No place like home
The Oscars are tomorrow. That makes me think of movies, of course. Among my favorites are Casablanca, Gone With the Wind, and The Wizard of Oz. I love a great musical, of course. But thinking about The Wizard of Oz … Continue reading
Posted in faith/courage/miracles/hope
Tagged Faith, home, no place like home, wizard of oz
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An utterly charming man
My first encounter with a celebrity occurred when i was in London while I was in college. My friend and I had purchased discount tickets to see the play Harvey starring Jimmy Stewart. The play was terrific and so was he. … Continue reading
In Honor of Families
Sunday was the Feast of the Holy Family~ I am posting this wondrous sermon about families…..may your family be blessed in the new year: FEAST OF THE HOLY FAMILY It is tempting –and easy– to dismiss the humanity of … Continue reading
Praying for the children, the families in Connecticut
Oh how sorrowful for the families in Connecticut. How sorrowful to have those Christmas gifts that were carefully tucked away or ordered, which will never be opened. My heart goes out to them. I am sure that everyone’s hearts ache … Continue reading
Thanksgivings through the years
Do holidays and other occasions make you reflective? They do that to me! Thanksgiving holds so many memories for me. When I was in elementary school, Thanksgiving and Christmas were frequently spent at my grandparents homes. In those days there … Continue reading
Posted in faith/courage/miracles/hope
Tagged Faith, Faith, holiday traditions, inspiration, Life
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Operation Ooh-Rah: Marine Corps Birthday
Today is the birthday of the Marine Corps. The Navy and Marines (according to Wikipedia) were established together in 1775. The Marine Corps began November 10, 1775. They have been taking the hill and protecting us ever since. My dad … Continue reading
Posted in faith/courage/miracles/hope
Tagged Faith, Faith, inspiration, Marine Corps, touching story
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Seedlings and Sunflowers
Do you remember the movie or play Fiddler on the Roof? If you do, perhaps you fondly remember the song Sunrise, Sunset. Do you remember the villagers walking along singing, the screen filled with candles? The song is sung By … Continue reading
When I Was Little
My brother was able to scan a picture of our family when we were all so very young. There I am, dead center in the photo. I took my role as big sister so seriously. I was excited to have … Continue reading
The Poem That Was My Touchstone
When my son was a wee baby, I vowed to cherish his childhood and treasure my time with him. His life and the moments that became memories were important to me.The following poem was a touchstone and guide for me … Continue reading
Summer Vacation when I Was 11 – Part 1
{If you click on the picture above you can see the Big Dipper :-)} The summer I was 11 we were still living in Winona, MN. My family had a runabout boat that was a 4 seater that was about … Continue reading
Posted in faith/courage/miracles/hope
Tagged boat, camping, Faith, mississippi river, northern lights, summer vacation
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When De-cluttering Your Mind Don’t Hold On to the Wrong Things!
I am sure you have seen the programs, articles, or books about de-cluttering. You know the usual advice: “Separate into 3 separate piles what you are going to throw away, what you are going to give away, and what is … Continue reading
A Tribute to My Husband
Today my husband deserves oh so much credit. In general he deserves more credit than he gets. Every day, without fail, he is in there pitching; without complaint, and without being asked. He just does what has to be done … Continue reading
The 4th of July: Lessons My Dad the Marine Taught Me
The 4th of July was a big deal in my family. Before breakfast we would “put the flag up”-the whole family would go out to the front yard, we would put up the flag and salute. (This morning I got … Continue reading
Definitely Catching My Breath
Saturday I attended the funeral for my cousin’s husband. He was a dear, sweet, funny, remarkable man (he is on the left). He and my cousin had been married for 33 years and have two dear, sweet, funny, remarkable children … Continue reading
Where to begin-part 2: Oasis
This is a week of reprieve and a bit of renewal. The events that have transpired, and your support, and God’s presence, have all been a welcome oasis for me. Medicare honored our appeal, and is continuing to permit my … Continue reading
The Night We Tore the Goal Posts Down
Do you remember the song Graduation Day (recorded by the Beach Boys among others?)….I love that sweet song. It is nostalgic, and talks of memories we each build as we move from beginning our education to completing it. No matter … Continue reading
Ain’t No Mountain High Enough
“Somehow I can’t believe that there are any heights that can’t be scaled by a man who knows the secrets of making dreams come true. This special secret, it seems to me, can be summarized in four Cs. They are … Continue reading
Remembering…..
I am feeling sentimental today. . . sentimental in advance. I tend to do that. This Friday my son will have his “make-up graduation ceremony”. What do I mean by that? I will tell you! He completed his coursework for … Continue reading
Throughout My Days
“Many times a day I realize how much my own life is built on the labours of my fellowmen, and how earnestly I must exert myself in order to give in return as much as I have received.” — Albert Einstein … Continue reading
Posted in faith/courage/miracles/hope
Tagged cousins, Einstein quote, Faith, Giving, gratitude
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What is your heart conscious of?
A friend of ours was out here(a few months ago) visiting in AZ and took this picture. It is a lovely moon-rise. I have always loved sunrises and sunsets. I love being with my friends, and family. All of these … Continue reading
Posted in Friendship, Scripture
Tagged Faith, Friendship, God, inspiration, Scripture, Where your treasure is
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We’ll Sing in the Sunshine…We’ll Laugh Every Day
Renee aka Positive boomer on 3/12 gave me the Sunshine Award and the Very Inspiring Blogger Award. She gave it to me at this link. Today I am passing on the Sunshine Award. http://positiveboomer.wordpress.com/2012/03/12/thank-you/. thanks so much, Renee; you are always … Continue reading
Posted in Awards, Friendship
Tagged Awards, Faith, Faith, Friendship, inspiration, Sunshine Award
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Is Your Per Diem Cash or Carpe Diem?
When I was working in the corporate world there were many times I traveled on business. One of the options we had for submitting our expenses was to take the per diem rate. What that meant was the company would … Continue reading
Posted in faith/courage/miracles/hope
Tagged Carpe diem, Faith, inspiration, Life, per diem
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Build A New Model
“You never change things by fighting the existing reality. To change something, build a new model that makes the existing model obsolete.”–Buckminster Fuller I think that in my life I have often followed that advice. Not as a revolutionary, but … Continue reading
Posted in education and career
Tagged Faith, Faith, God, inspiration, Life, parenting decisions
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Bossed Around By a Fortune Cookie
Today is Friday and life is good. My son and I had some Chinese food for lunch today, and of course had fortune cookies for dessert. They are so much fun, and sometimes even give you food for thought. When … Continue reading
Hallelujah-Inducing Moments
There are days that I think simply ARE hallelujah days. Days when it seems there is reason to have a joyful spirit. Today is Thursday. I love Thursdays…it is a day when I take stock of the week thus far. … Continue reading
Posted in Positive Thinking
Tagged Canadian Tenors, de-clutter, Faith, God, hallelujah-inducing, inspiration
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A Tribute to My Teachers
I was talking to my mom yesterday. We were discussing how blessed I have been throughout my life to continually be exposed to and surrounded by inspirational, positive role models. God must have known how deeply I needed that to … Continue reading
Posted in Positive Thinking
Tagged Faith, inspiration, most important teachers, teachers
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Pleasure
http://jakesprinters.wordpress.com/2012/03/03/sunday-post-pleasure/ I am late in submitting this. We are supposed to show or write about pleasure. This past week I have been able to spend time with my husband and son who bring me joy and pleasure. When I spend time … Continue reading
Believe Anyway 