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Irish Remembrance…

Posted on March 16, 2016 by Virginia

Looking back there have been quite a few St. Patrick Day posts here @ Roses in the Rubble (St. Patrick’s Breastplate prayer, Nuns in the Fun, Irish blessings et all..)  But today while looking around, an Irish poem was found … Continue reading →

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Papa, Papa, Papa!!!

Posted on March 8, 2016 by Virginia

Today is March 8th… a date that will not be easily forgotten by this red head.  Yes, it’s International Women’s Day, but more important to me — it’s the anniversary of my Papa’s passing two years ago on March 8, … Continue reading →

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Light, kindly Light… lead us on

Posted on March 16, 2015 by Virginia

Here are words from an old beloved hymn for our minds and hearts to take comfort in today, written by deeply spiritual Anglican-Catholic priest, John H. Newman (1801-1890.) Lead, kindly Light, amid the encircling gloom, lead Thou me on! The … Continue reading →

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