I have been abundantly blessed by a wonderful friend in my city, and in my gratefulness for her and all she has done for me, it has really made me think: do I take being a good friend as seriously as she does? Do I do all I can to help my friends and anticipate their needs? The short answer for me, unfortunately, has been no. I am not nearly as good a friend as I would like to be. … Continue readingOn Being a Good Friend
Sometimes, I’m a willing passenger. But most of the time, I promote myself all the way up to chief engineer. I’m talking about the Complain Train that I frequently find myself on. Let me tell you, last night I was definitely the chief engineer, taking … Continue readingJumping Off the Complain Train
Sometimes I wonder what the world would look like if no one prayed. And then, I thank God for all those who believe in the power of prayer and use it. Right this minute there are cloistered nuns and monks praying for you and for … Continue readingDeliver Us
I’m in desolation. Maybe you are too. Or maybe you’re not. Maybe you’re in consolation, but you can still use this post to help prepare you for your next desolation. Consolations and desolations are part of the spiritual journey. They go hand in hand, each … Continue readingDesolation: When God Seems Far Away
I really don’t like winter. And I really, really don’t like the cold. Born and raised in Southern California, I was used to mild temperatures and glorious warm, sunny weather year round. At 13, my family relocated to Michigan, where I experienced my first snowfall. … Continue readingLighting a Fire in a Blizzard: Ten Ways to Be Pro-Life All Year Long