Gratitude
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.
It’s Happening – Thursday Zoom Room Opens!
Starting Thursday, October 3rd, the Feast Day of St. Therese of Lisieux, our Zoom Room officially opens! Each Thursday from 7:00pm to 8:30pm (Eastern standard time) the room will be open for fellowship, prayers, and topic focused discussion. We hope this will be a safe place to share your trials & triumphs, sorrows & joys,
Gratitude in the Midst of Depression
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
Anxiety? Kindness…
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
Hiding Behind the Costume
The earliest Halloween costume I recall wearing was that of Snow White. I remember it clearly because it was the first store-bought costume my mom allowed me to have. We grew up, as many kids do, with very little. Most of my clothes were made by my mother who was a gifted seamstress. I was