Quick Old Testament back story, King Ahaz of Judah did evil and so "This occurred because the people of Israel had sinned against the Lord their God, who had brought them up out of the land of Egypt from under the hand of Pharaoh king of Egypt. They had worshiped other gods and walked in the customs of the nations whom the Lord drove out before the people of I…
Read moreDo you relish your time with God? What a great question, right? How can you develop or nurture a delight in prayer time? In communing with God? I think it has to do with seeing God in everything. For instance, I was sitting on my back porch. It was one of those perfect moments where the temperature was just right, a slight breeze was gently playing along my…
Read moreWe are told by motivational speakers to "fake it until you make it" or "fake it until you become it." But what does our Lord say? But the wisdom from above is first pure, then peaceable, gentle, open to reason, full of mercy and good fruits, without uncertainty or insincerity. ~James 3:17 Without uncertainty or insincerity... without insincerity…
Read moreThis year I am praying for my friend Paul who passed away this past year. O my Jesus, take pity on Paul's soul. Lead him to heaven so that he may know your infinite love. Grant him the peace that surpasses all understanding. Amen. Prayer of Saint Gertrude the Great A prayer which would release 1000 Souls from Purgatory each time it is said. Eternal Father, I of…
Read more"Instead of wondering when your next vacation is, maybe you should set up a life you don’t need to escape from." ~ Seth Godin Matt D'Avella posted a great video recently that you can watch here in which he discusses the way he lives his life. A few years ago, he asked himself, "If I could do anything, regardless of money, what would it be?"…
Read more* Frank Body Cacao Coffee Scrub: I adore this body scrub. This is my second bag. I've also gifted this. I love how soft my skin is afterwards and it smells delectable. I have put this on my wish list and will repurchase it after I have cleared out my overflowing products. Marc Anthony Curl Envy Cream: This is a really nice product, however I am looking fo…
Read moreShea Moisture 100% Virgin Coconut Oil Daily Hydration Conditioner w/ Coconut Milk & Acacia Senegal: A really good every day conditioner. Light and hydrating with good slip. Cantu Shea Butter Coconut Curling Cream: This is a good basic hair cream. If I use it heavy I don't need gel, but doesn't last as long as a standard cream + gel combo. Aussie Instant…
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