An occasional bit of wit 'n' wisdom as gleaned from the wise and learned. Family fun and times to share.
Monday, February 22, 2010
Mosaic Monday~St. Meirad Archabbey
Please visit Mary and The Little Red House. Her pictures are grand and so are the pictures of others!
Friday, February 19, 2010
Retreat at Saint Mainrad Archabbey
St. Meinrad
St. Meinrad, martyr is venerated as the patron and in some sense the founder of the Benedictine abbey of Einsiedeln in Switzerland which has kept an unbroken continuity since Carolingian times. He settled as a hermit at Einsiedeln, where he was murdered by two ruffians to whom he had given hospitality in 861. His feast day is January 21st. (Catholic Online)Feast Day: January 21
I'm off to a time of prayer, instruction and community. May God bless you all most abundantly this weekend.
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Thursday, February 18, 2010
Tea Talk
It's Thursday after Ash Wednesday. A perfect time to reflect on our journey this Lent with a warm cup of your favorite tea. Join me, won't you?
I'm having...Irish Breakfast tea this morning.
My teacup is... is a plain white cup. No frills. A reminder of the simple life we are called to
I'm feeling... happy in anticipation of the retreat I begin tomorrow at Saint Meinrad Archabbey.
Pray with me this Prayer For A Lenten Journey found in Lent and Easter, Wisdom from St. Francis and St. Clare of Assisi. Compiled by John V. Kruse.
Now it's time for you to visit Ruth at Celebrate Friendship is hosting Tea Talk at her house. I'm wishing all a grand day!
I'm having...Irish Breakfast tea this morning.
My teacup is... is a plain white cup. No frills. A reminder of the simple life we are called to
I'm feeling... happy in anticipation of the retreat I begin tomorrow at Saint Meinrad Archabbey.
Pray with me this Prayer For A Lenten Journey found in Lent and Easter, Wisdom from St. Francis and St. Clare of Assisi. Compiled by John V. Kruse.
Almighty, eternal, just and merciful God,
give us miserable ones
the grace to do for You alone
what we know you want us to do
and always to desire what pleases You.
Inwardly cleansed,
interiorly enlightened
and inflamed by the fire of the Holy Spirit,
may we be able to follow
in the footprints of Your beloved Son,
our Lord Jesus Christ,
and, by Your grace alone,
may we make our way to You,
Most High,
Who live and rule
in perfect Trinity and simple Unity,
and are glorified
God almighty,
forever, and ever.
Amen.
~St Francis of Assisi~
"A Letter to the Entire Order," 120-121
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Thanks be to God!
give us miserable ones
the grace to do for You alone
what we know you want us to do
and always to desire what pleases You.
Inwardly cleansed,
interiorly enlightened
and inflamed by the fire of the Holy Spirit,
may we be able to follow
in the footprints of Your beloved Son,
our Lord Jesus Christ,
and, by Your grace alone,
may we make our way to You,
Most High,
Who live and rule
in perfect Trinity and simple Unity,
and are glorified
God almighty,
forever, and ever.
Amen.
~St Francis of Assisi~
"A Letter to the Entire Order," 120-121
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Thanks be to God!
Now it's time for you to visit Ruth at Celebrate Friendship is hosting Tea Talk at her house. I'm wishing all a grand day!
Wednesday, February 17, 2010
Award and Ash Wednesday
This morning I awoke to a wonderful surprise and one that has set before me a dilemma. You see if I had gotten this yesterday I would have had no trouble accepting it...It wasn't the first day of Lent. Today it is. I am committed to offering up prayer and sacrifice in preparation of the Resurrection. As I was raised that this time of penance and not for celebration, what am I to do...
What would Jesus do? He would be gracious, kind, and grateful. And so it is with gratitude that I say, "Thank you, Jackie, so very much." Her home is The Way of the Upright Is the Highway.
Here are the rules:
~~Thank the person wo kindly passes this to you and link your award back to them.
~~List 7 thing about yourself
~~Pass it on to 15 Beautiful Bloggers
About Me...
1. I like to knit, but have to have a reason, so I have started knitting baby booties as the Elizabeth Ministry at church is wanting them.
2. I'm going on retreat at St. Meinrad Archabbey on Friday for 2 days.
3. I love cream of tomato soup with melted cheese and Ritz crackers.
4. I have sincere hopes of returning to Ireland again!!!
5. I miss the Colorado Rocky Mountains!
6. My family is the most cherished treasure of my life!
7. I believe in miracles!!!!!!
My 15 bloggers:
Laura
MightyMom
The Duchess
Bernie
Sarah
Tracy
Lisa
QMM
Zuzana
Squelly
Abbey
Valeri
Anita
Suz
Sue
Now please visit these generous people and basque in their beauty!
I cannot leave today with out offering my Ash Wednesday Post!
Today we begin reading the Passion Narrative of mark. One way to pray the Scripture is to 'take someone with you' and talk with them along the way. For example, Mary Magdalene, or Peter, or Mary the mother of Jesus. (from The Little Black Book)
Give this serious consideration. If you need a Companion On the Journey, who better to spend time communing. A good way to meditate on Scripture.
~~List 7 thing about yourself
~~Pass it on to 15 Beautiful Bloggers
About Me...
1. I like to knit, but have to have a reason, so I have started knitting baby booties as the Elizabeth Ministry at church is wanting them.
2. I'm going on retreat at St. Meinrad Archabbey on Friday for 2 days.
3. I love cream of tomato soup with melted cheese and Ritz crackers.
4. I have sincere hopes of returning to Ireland again!!!
5. I miss the Colorado Rocky Mountains!
6. My family is the most cherished treasure of my life!
7. I believe in miracles!!!!!!
My 15 bloggers:
Laura
MightyMom
The Duchess
Bernie
Sarah
Tracy
Lisa
QMM
Zuzana
Squelly
Abbey
Valeri
Anita
Suz
Sue
Now please visit these generous people and basque in their beauty!
I cannot leave today with out offering my Ash Wednesday Post!
Today we begin reading the Passion Narrative of mark. One way to pray the Scripture is to 'take someone with you' and talk with them along the way. For example, Mary Magdalene, or Peter, or Mary the mother of Jesus. (from The Little Black Book)
Give this serious consideration. If you need a Companion On the Journey, who better to spend time communing. A good way to meditate on Scripture.
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Thanks be to God!!!
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Thanks be to God!!!
Tuesday, February 16, 2010
Mardi Gras or Shrove Tuesday...
Tradition. My years are filled with earthly and spiritual traditions. They are welcome landmarks along the journey.
Here are just a few that I'd like to share.
MARDI GRAS
Mardi Gras is said to have come to the New World in 1699, with a Canadian explorer named Pierre LeMoyne d'Ibersville, who founded the colony in Louisiana.
D'Iverville's father had been an indentured servant when he arrived in Canada and grew wealthy in Montreal. His son, Pierre, distinguished himself as a soldier during efforts to keep the English our of the Hudson Bay area. Soon, the French asked him to find the mouth of the Mississippi River along the gulf and to establish a fort there.
On March 3, 1600, d'Iverville landed on the shores of the Mississippi near the Gulf. He name the spot Point de Mardi Gras, in honor of the holiday being celebrated that day in France.
PANCAKE DAY
For Catholics in some regions of the world, the day before Ash Wednesday is Pancake Day. Some suggest that serving pancakes on this day became a popular way to use up fat, butter and eggs before Lent got underway.*****In England, a Pancake Day Race has been held on this day before Lent for over 500 years--begun allegedly when a woman cooking pancakes heard the church bells summoning her to services. In her hast, she rushed out of her house still holding her frying pan.From the Little Black Book 2009/2010
Beautiful picture courtesy of Holly at Banner Haus.
Monday, February 15, 2010
Saturday, February 13, 2010
Happy Valentine's Day
It brings comfort to have friends
in whatever happens.
Saint John Chrysostom
It has occurred to me after all these years that this "LOVE" celebration is not or should not be solely for "lovers." It is a celebration of friendship. For it is my opinion that lovers should be friends.
It is said very well in Ecclesiastes 4:9-10.
So to all my friends I say Happy Valentine's Day and...
It is said very well in Ecclesiastes 4:9-10.
Two are better than one, because they have a good return for thier work: If one falls down, his friend can help him up!
So to all my friends I say Happy Valentine's Day and...
Friday, February 12, 2010
Bad Haiku Friday
The bird's chirping
Outside my window he sings
He, too, wants Spring.
Outside my window he sings
He, too, wants Spring.
Now it's time to visit Laura at Catholic Teacher's Musing for her Bad Haiku Friday!!! Please join in the fun...It's grand!
Thank you to:
Artist of picture (unknown)
and
Graphic by Peniwigs
Thursday, February 11, 2010
Tea Talk
This morning it is really COLD!!! It is a perfect morning to warm myself with a cup of hot, aromatic tea. Join me, won't you?
I'm having...Good Earth tea. It is naturally sweet with the flavor of cinnamon and spice. It warms my whole being.
My teacup is... is a mug I have as a reminder of a wonderful weekend shared with a daughter-in-law. Often the vessel from which I drink reminds me of times cherished and remembered. It is also at this time that I remember family and friends in prayer.
I'm feeling... glad that this week has been a treasure in which quiet time has been restful!
I found this wonderful recipe in the book A Tea For All Seasons by Mary Pielenz Hampton.
She writes.
Now it's time for you to visit Ruth at Celebrate Friendship is hosting Tea Talk at her house. I'm wishing all a grand day!
I'm having...Good Earth tea. It is naturally sweet with the flavor of cinnamon and spice. It warms my whole being.
My teacup is... is a mug I have as a reminder of a wonderful weekend shared with a daughter-in-law. Often the vessel from which I drink reminds me of times cherished and remembered. It is also at this time that I remember family and friends in prayer.
I'm feeling... glad that this week has been a treasure in which quiet time has been restful!
I found this wonderful recipe in the book A Tea For All Seasons by Mary Pielenz Hampton.
She writes.
"The cookie, of Scottish origin, lives up to its name. Make these as a reminder that while time may be short, it can be very sweet if we learn to appreciate the beauty of the moment."
Melting Moments
1/3 cup butter
1/3 cup sugar
1/8 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 egg
1/14 cups self rising flour
about 1/3 cup quick-cooking rolled oats or lightly crushed flakes
Preheat oven to 375 degrees
In a medium bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add vanilla extract and egg and neat well. Fold in flour until well mixed.
Make batter into 1-inch balls (about 1/2 tablespoon of batter) and roll in quick-cooking oats or corn flakes.
Place balls on greased baking sheet and make for about 10 minutes or until tops are light golden and and bottoms are very lightly browned. Coll briefly on baking sheet then remove to wire rack to cool completely. Makes about 2 dozen (recipe can be doubled). Melting Moments nice with a ginger or almond-flavored tea.
Now it's time for you to visit Ruth at Celebrate Friendship is hosting Tea Talk at her house. I'm wishing all a grand day!
Wednesday, February 10, 2010
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