Tag Archives: Travel

A Picture of Good Friday Love

Posted on April 10, 2020 by Virginia

Years ago while visiting South Africa I found a picture of the Crucifixion that touched my heart, instantly. With pride of place it now hangs on my wall here where I see it every day. Created by South African artist … Continue reading →

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Courageous Persistence: Paths to Prayer

Posted on April 8, 2020 by Virginia

“Have I not commanded you? Be strong and of good courage; do not be afraid, nor be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.” Joshua 1:9 Virginia has written and spoken about courage before, but … Continue reading →

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Mountains, Lakes, Icefields & More…

Posted on April 2, 2020 by Virginia

“Life is either a daring adventure or nothing.” Helen Keller Virginia’s Canadian Rockies adventure continues from where we left off yesterday, arriving by Rocky Mountaineer train in Jasper National Park. Tour buses, a hired car, hiking shoes and more memory … Continue reading →

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Trains, Mountains & Waterfall(s)!!

Posted on April 1, 2020 by Virginia

Since most people can’t travel now due to COVID-19 containment efforts, today Virginia invites you to take a photo journey to beautiful Canada. An inspirational escape from stay-at-home orders from the comfort of our armchairs… Rocky Mountaineer departing Vancouver The … Continue reading →

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#LENT: Still Waters

Posted on March 30, 2020 by Virginia

On this Lenten Monday, here’s comforting assurance from a (very) familiar Psalm: “The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. He makes me lie down in green pastures. He leads me beside still waters. He restores my soul…” (Psalm … Continue reading →

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Desert Despair vs. Courageous Hope

Posted on March 29, 2020 by Virginia

On this Fifth Sunday of Lent here is a challenge from one of my favorite spiritual writers, Trappist monk Thomas Merton. “The desert is the home of despair.  And despair, now, is everywhere. Let us not think that our interior … Continue reading →

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Blooms vs. The Glooms

Posted on March 28, 2020 by Virginia

Glooms is not really a word but it rhymes with blooms, so here it is. Taking a break from home hibernation, Virginia (the person) ventured out to walk around downtown Williamsburg, located in Virginia (the state.) It felt like an … Continue reading →

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Penguins! Penguins! Penguins!

Posted on March 26, 2020 by Virginia

Virginia invites you to take a levity timeout today with penguins. There’s something to be said for taking laughter breaks during times of stress (as shared here a week or two ago.) Looking at penguins tends to make me smile… … Continue reading →

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Let It Be…

Posted on March 25, 2020 by Virginia

On this Solemnity of the Annunciation we honor Mary’s huge step of faith, her “yes” to God when Angel Gabriel met with her. Despite her fears, despite not knowing how things would work out, she said, “yes.” Let it be … Continue reading →

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Hope is a Choice!

Posted on March 24, 2020 by Virginia

As the COVID-19 death toll continues in Italy and now in the U.S., it would be easy to lapse into fits of despair. Even here in what’s known as the “Historic Triangle” of Virginia, we’ve seen an increased number of … Continue reading →

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