Out of Hibernation
I have no idea of anyone reads these thoughts of mine. Honestly, it doesn’t matter. Having a blog can be quite cathartic. There is a freedom in knowing that these words may end up in the digital netherworld. It’s easier to be vulnerable with this mindset. Anyhoo.. way off track. It’s been quite a while
#CovidChristmas
Detachment for the season: Any semblance of Christmases past. No family celebrations. Kids aren’t coming home. The Advent wreath is packed away because…🙄 I forgot to buy candles. I told my spiritual director that this Advent somehow feels hollow. He, with great wisdom, suggested that I meditate on the first Christmas. There was no room
Politics and Faith
Oh, the elections of 2020; could there be anything worse? 2020 sucked to begin with and politics just sprinkled a little unicorn poo on top. Fueling this suckiness is that we, as Catholics, have lumped each other into one of two categories: the Altmans vs the Martins These two James’s could not be further apart.
Feeling Inadequate is not of God
Frustrated and feeling defeated today. I missed an important meeting last week – one of the classes in a course that I’m taking for certification in spiritual direction. As I work to catch up on the material, my mind wanders… I’m not good enough to be a spiritual director. God isn’t calling me to serve
Duplicity is Difficult, Pray that People Don’t Care
I can be snarky at times; just ask my mom. She will tell you that I was grounded most of 10th grade because of my mouth. Back then it was called sass. During that time in my life, I struggled with who I was and how I wanted others to see me. Most kids do.