Tag Archives: patience

#ADVENT – Open to Surprises

Posted on November 28, 2021 by Virginia

And so it begins… Today is the first Sunday of Advent. Sometimes it’s hard amidst the bustle of the holiday season to take time (to MAKE TIME) for Advent-ish activities. While the world swirls with holiday parties, decorations and go-go-go … Continue reading →

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#LENT : (a little more) Patience

Posted on March 11, 2020 by Virginia

Patience is never easy, especially for impatient redheads… …and perky warblers who don’t stay still for very long. “Patience is most perfect when it is less mixed up with anxiety and worry.” Padre Pio “Have patience with all things, but … Continue reading →

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#ADVENT – Patience, Patience, Patience!

Posted on December 11, 2019 by Virginia

On this 11th day of Advent, Virginia is contemplating patience as a discipline (not an easy thing for impatient redheads…) “Patience is a hard discipline. It is not just waiting until something happens over which we have no control: the … Continue reading →

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#Advent – Waiting and Wonder

Posted on December 8, 2019 by Virginia

On this Second Sunday of Advent, Virginia is contemplating waiting and wonder (being open to wonder while waiting for something?) “Wonder is the beginning of wisdom.” Greek proverb “Teach us to wait, as we hang in the balance of the … Continue reading →

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ADVENT: (Quickie) Snapshot & Whatnot

Posted on December 5, 2017 by Virginia

SNAPSHOT: Chincoteague National Wildlife Reserve, VA & WHATNOT: Waiting is a big part of Advent, something that at times is not the easiest thing to do (especially for impatient red-heads!) Here’s an arresting thought & prayer from my favorite Trappist … Continue reading →

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…shhh… chocolate indulgence(s)

Posted on March 25, 2015 by Virginia

Today is the Feast of the Annunciation, when Angel Gabriel appeared to Mary & said she would be with child. It’s a FEAST day which means what we give up for Lent we can indulge in just a little.  So, … Continue reading →

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Advent: … on waiting (PATIENTLY)…

Posted on December 13, 2012 by Virginia

i am such a groupie of Henri Nouwen (click here to read why!) so this highlighted quote seemed appropriate to share as we wait (& work on our patience) during Advent.. “Patience is a hard discipline. It is not just … Continue reading →

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