Category Archives: Lent

Celebrate Good Times (come’ on!) Let’s have a Celebration…

Posted on March 15, 2012 by Virginia

This is a Big Week in the Woodward Home:  Today is my Mama’s Birthday and Saturday is my parents’ 56th Wedding Anniversary.  ‘Twould not be good of me to give you my Mama’s age (i might Get In Trouble) but … Continue reading →

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Wednesday Photographs: …at the Beach (on Pemba!)

Posted on March 14, 2012 by Virginia

ok, so it’s Rather Warm here  (80s today & tomorrow almost 90??) …which is Not Normal for this time of year (the flowers are peeking out & in some places blooming Full Blast… let’s hope a cold front doesn’t blast … Continue reading →

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U2: Inspiring Music, Inspiring Musicians…

Posted on March 13, 2012 by Virginia

“Get on your boots, hey sexy boots…”                                                                                             As a U2 groupie from way back (like, i bought War, October & the Joshua Tree albums – those black disc thingies that spin round & round?!) & have collected almost all … Continue reading →

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….Saint Patrick & Irish prayers….

Posted on March 12, 2012 by Virginia

Prayer of Saint Patrick May the strength of God pilot us, may the wisdom of God instruct us, may the hand of God protect us, may the Word of God direct us. Be always ours this day and forevermore.   … Continue reading →

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… on being sick….

Posted on March 11, 2012 by Virginia

Nobody wants to read a deadbeat blog & when you’re sick, it’s sure hard not to be a downer.   But so many chronically ‘sick’ people (my bedfast quadriplegic Papa inclusive) face down the sick bullet each day & keep on … Continue reading →

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MOVIES: Fast, Fast, FAST FIVE!!

Posted on March 10, 2012 by Virginia

After a few War Movie viewings, Papa (deciding to Be Nice to Mama) suggested we watch Anne of Green Gables (definitely rated “G” for Grandmama) which we really enjoyed several nights (we have the whole 1st series + the 2nd … Continue reading →

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…Friday in Lent: Pope John Paul II (wise words from…)

Posted on March 9, 2012 by Virginia

“The fruit of a courageous ascetical journey can only be a greater openness to the needs of our neighbor.  Those who love the Lord cannot close their eyes to individuals and people who are tried by suffering and poverty.  After … Continue reading →

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International Women’s Day 2012 – in Appreciation…

Posted on March 8, 2012 by Virginia

Yep, it’s here. Time to celebrate & appreciate all the women in your life and collectively around the globe.  (Just remember, you men, without WOMEN – especially your mothers – you would not be here!) A bit reflective on this … Continue reading →

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Wednesday Photographs: Inspiring Women of KENYA!!

Posted on March 7, 2012 by Virginia

Since tomorrow is International Women’s Day, today we’re visiting with the Samburu women in the Samburu District of northern Kenya. When i visited this tribe (as with many tribes & villages throughout Africa) i was so impressed to see how … Continue reading →

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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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