Tag Archives: hope

The Utility of Futility

Posted on May 3, 2017 by Virginia

“All men know the utility of useful things; but they do not know the utility of futility.” Chaung-Tzu Ever have one of those days? A few weeks ago, I had one. Early one morning when my brother took me across … Continue reading →

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SNAPSHOTS & WHATNOTS: …contemplative turtles…

Posted on April 28, 2017 by Virginia

Virginia the Blogger has been getting her grooves back, sort of. Hard to believe Roses in the Rubble turns SIX in July! Originally started to review books, movies, music and artsy endeavors, this blog has veered more toward advocacy… inspiration… … Continue reading →

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Mushrooms! Mushrooms!! Mushrooms!!!

Posted on October 21, 2016 by Virginia

Over the last week these two mushrooms sprouted up in our backyard. Many other little mushrooms appear here & there, but these two are gigantic at 8-inches high (& counting.) Each day they seem to grow a little bigger. Seeing … Continue reading →

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Holy Saturday (betwixt & between)

Posted on March 26, 2016 by Virginia

At the end of Good Friday’s crucifixion Jesus is laid to rest in the tomb. Imagine what it must have been like for Mary and His followers who stood at the Cross, and for those, like Peter, who failed and … Continue reading →

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Hope…

Posted on March 21, 2016 by Virginia

Here’s a quote from one of my favorite writers for our hearts and minds to munch on: “Our hope is not based on something that will happen after our sufferings are over, but on the real presence of God’s healing … Continue reading →

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Advent-ish rainbows

Posted on December 6, 2015 by Virginia

Shocked to see a blog from Roses in the Rubble? Me too! Blogger Virginia has been off the posting grid for MANY MONTHS.  Yes, it’s already the 2nd Sunday of Advent so making that previous post-a-day Advent goal is bust.  … 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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Quote: HOPE … (with FEATHERS : )

Posted on February 15, 2013 by Virginia

On this Lenten Friday, here’s a quote to munch on (& photo to ‘go with : ) “Hope is the thing with feathers, that perches in the soul, and sings the tune without words, and never stops at all.”  Emily … Continue reading →

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… on losing Hope …

Posted on December 28, 2012 by Virginia

In Dar es Salaam my amazing assistant, Joylline, had a beautiful baby girl Hope. Aptly named, Hope was Joylline’s first baby-to-term after 3 miscarriages (i put her on ½ days the last few months of her pregnancy to ‘rest up.’)  … Continue reading →

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ADVENT quote: … arid deserts, hope & love…

Posted on December 16, 2012 by Virginia

Here’s a reflective quote for today (with photos to go with…) “Our brokenness is the wound through which the full power of God can penetrate our being and transfigure us in God…. Yes, through our wounds the power of God … Continue reading →

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