Category Archives: Bookshelf (BOOKS)

Gifted Hands: the Ben Carson story….

Posted on March 6, 2012 by Virginia

As we gear up for International Women’s Day on Thursday, i thought it would be great to highlight inspirational women this week.  And this AMAZINGLY INSPIRATIONAL MOVIE about Dr. Benjamin S. Carson (one of the finest Brain Surgeons In The … Continue reading →

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Inspirational Tattoos on the Heart

Posted on February 27, 2012 by Virginia

Father Gregory Boyle, founder of Homeboy Industries in L.A., writes poignantly of Boundless Compassion, Redemption & the ‘Slow work of God’ in his book, Tattoos on the Heart.  Providing powerful snapshots of his ministry among violent Gang Members in Los … Continue reading →

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Martin Luther King, Jr. : Extremist for Love (vs. Hate)

Posted on January 16, 2012 by Virginia

Today we celebrate the life of an extraordinary man who led a movement of change –who dreamed Americans would become a ‘symphony of brotherhood’ working, praying & struggling together in peaceful equality. We commemorate his efforts and the thousands who … Continue reading →

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Tireditis & Tolkien … a Cure?

Posted on January 5, 2012 by Virginia

‘Tis the season (after The Season) for tireditis and colds. After merrily making Happy over Christmas we succumb to colds and general ‘blahs’ fought so valiantly during the holidays. Add New Year Blues and the onslaught of winter dreariness, and … Continue reading →

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Christmas Trees & BOOKs & Jan Karon’s Shepherds Abiding

Posted on December 8, 2011 by Virginia

It’s that time of year…we had to put up our Tree really early (last Saturday, December 3rd!!)  otherwise ‘twould be the ‘Night Before Christmas,’ but too many creatures would be stirring, including this Worker-Elf Mouse! Not good. Worker-Elves need a … Continue reading →

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WAKE UP WORLD!!! it’s AIDS day….

Posted on December 1, 2011 by Virginia

In Tanzania we developed an HIV/AIDS campaign entitled “Kuamka” –WAKE UP! – a challenge to parents & children for open dialogue before it’s too late.  Unfortunately for over 28 million victims of HIV/AIDS, it IS too late, but today the … Continue reading →

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OUTCASTS UNITED: Refugees, Soccer & a Small Town in Georgia

Posted on November 15, 2011 by Virginia

That’s right – GEORGIA.  Refugees relocated from all corners of the globe to Clarkston, Georgia.  For my international buddies, Georgia is located in our American SOUTH… folks tend to be set in their ways, so an influx of resettled refugees … Continue reading →

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NIGHT OF THE LIVING DEAD CHRISTIAN…(for real, it’s a book!)

Posted on October 31, 2011 by Virginia

Zombies, vampires & werewolves are not my usual reading fare (although if you check out the plethora of these books on Amazon cyberspace shelves & real-time library shelves, lots of other folks are really into this genre!) HOWEVER, I saw … Continue reading →

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15 October – St. Teresa of Avila

Posted on October 15, 2011 by Virginia

It’s late in this busy day & I really must dash to make supper (!), but I so wanted to post something about St. Teresa of Avila before the clock strikes 12:00AM (Miss Cinderella Blogger must get grooving – without … Continue reading →

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Immaculée Ilibagiza: LEFT TO TELL

Posted on September 28, 2011 by Virginia

I read this AMAZING book several years ago & keep giving copies away (we’ll see how long the current edition stays on VA’s shelf!!)  Immaculée’s powerful testament of courage, faith and forgiveness amidst the horrifying Rwandan Holocaust of 1994 is … Continue reading →

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