A Catholic couple. Searching for God in the ordinary. Helping others do the same.
Because I’ve had a creative block lately, I’m using a writing prompt suggested by WordPress: What is something you wish you could tell your 20-year-old self? Dear sweet & naive Kathleen, I’m glad this is text only; you might cringe when you see what you look like in 2026. Here are some words of wisdom…
A few months ago I found myself in a bit of desolation (well, maybe more than a bit). Sadness would overtake my spirit and, without any reason, tears would well. My hubby would come home to a wife with mascara stained cheeks. No energy. In bed by 7pm. ‘Blah’ was how I saw the world….
Someone, anyone, tell me how to show authentic gratitude while in a state of depression. Go ahead. I’m listening… Please don’t tell me to, “Pray that God will lift the depression,” “Just tell Jesus only one thing you’re grateful for,” or “God knows how you feel.” I’ve told others these same things. Intellectually I know…
I recall words from my therapist that continue to ring true, shifting the paradigm for me. When I told her that I was having a difficult time recalling people’s names after being introduced at parties or large functions, she gave me the reason and brought all the receipts! After some time chatting about it, we…