Tag Archives: Quotes

04 October: Saint Francis of Assisi

Posted on October 4, 2019 by

On this feast day of Saint Francis of Assisi, one of the most beloved saints in all of history, here are a few of his words about God and faith (+ pics from a day visit to Assisi this redhead … Continue reading →

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Quickie Quotes: Living in the Here & Now

Posted on October 3, 2019 by

“Life is a gift to be grateful for & not a property to cling to.” Henri Nouwen “The real enemies of our lives are the ‘oughts’ and the ‘ifs.’ They pull us backward into the unalterable past and forward into the … Continue reading →

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A little (self-medicating) Laughter…

Posted on October 1, 2019 by

Last week this redhead threw her back out (ouch, ouch!) Not a good time for such an occurrence given celebratory weekend plans (adapted a wee bit) for a certain redhead who marked the passing of another year. (Life is a … Continue reading →

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A Prayer for Friday (or any day!)

Posted on September 27, 2019 by

Teresa of Avila is one of my favorite saints. Over the years many things she said in her writings have resonated deep in my heart, this quote especially: “Let nothing disturb you. Let nothing affright you. All things are passing. … Continue reading →

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(stylish) mermaid inspiration

Posted on September 25, 2019 by

During a recent visit to the Norfolk Botanical Gardens this stylish mermaid guided us along toward the path we were meant to go… “The great thing in this world is not so much where we stand, as in the direction … Continue reading →

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A Walk in the Woods (Thoreau style!)

Posted on September 23, 2019 by

On this first day of autumn (in this part of the globe) maybe it’s a good time to take a walk in the woods. “I went to the woods because I wished to live deliberately, to front only the essential … Continue reading →

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Downton Abbey Movie (Absolutely FABULOUS!)

Posted on September 20, 2019 by

It’s September 20th, a day Downton Abbey groupies have looked for with great anticipation: the official release of the big screen Downton Abbey movie. Although the popular PBS television series ended a few years ago, the whole gang has returned. … Continue reading →

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