Monthly Archives: July 2012

The Jesuits: … Ad Maiorem Dei Gloriam

Posted on July 31, 2012 by Virginia

So that’s Latin. Since I sure as heck didn’t study Latin, here’s what it means: “To the Greater Glory of God…” A noble motto from Saint Ignatius, the founder of the Jesuits (literally followers of Jesus) whose feast day we … Continue reading →

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Photos & Quotes: treasures of light in darkness

Posted on July 19, 2012 by Virginia

Once again, it’s Wednesday photographs on Thursday… so Virginia the Blogger is adding a few inspirational quotes for our minds to munch on. You may notice a theme (of sorts) – Light & Darkness & Treasure & Faith & Fulton … Continue reading →

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Wednesday Photographs: high mountains, vast oceans (& us!)

Posted on July 12, 2012 by Virginia

Once again, it’s Wednesday photographs (on Thursday)… plus a quote from St. Augustine to contemplate as you zoom about beach holidays & mountain get-a-ways (escaping the heat, which today, thankfully is a Bit Cooler than our 100+ temps of last … Continue reading →

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Wednesday Photographs: CELEBRATE, CELEBRATE!

Posted on July 6, 2012 by Virginia

Wednesday photographs on Friday… what to say? Wednesday (july 4th) was busy, busy… as was yesterday (recovering from Wednesday : )  Here are a few photos of our celebratory fireworks in Williamsburg … & then for my Canadian buddies who … Continue reading →

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…blog birthdays &… the 4th of July …

Posted on July 4, 2012 by Virginia

This week my blog turned One – Happy Birthday to the Roses in the Rubble Blog & your sporadically diligent blogger, Virginia, with 126 posts to date!! Last year i started this blog mainly to highlight inspirational movies & books, … Continue reading →

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Talent & Character…(& more SOCCER : )

Posted on July 1, 2012 by Virginia

“Talent is a Gift, but character is a Choice.”  (Anthony Grant, Head Basketball coach for Alabama.) It’s the Big Day:  EURO 2012 Championship Game starts in a few short minutes. Italy takes on Spain… There’s been so much talent & … Continue reading →

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