For Today 3.7.25
Looking out my window...
It's dark outside. I always seem to get the creative bug in the evenings. Maybe it's the relaxed mood, maybe it's a cup of tea, or maybe it's just the itch to avoid sleep that sparks the need to *do* something. 🙈
I am thinking...
I dearly miss blogging. The creative and passionate outlet has been teaching as of late, but it doesn't quite allow for the same creativity. I miss sharing and processing my thoughts in posts. Not that my words are of any real consequence. It's just nice being able to jot them down and share them with a few friends who share similar feelings.
I am thankful...
for the little joys. I mean the tiny joys. Stepping out my front door to get in my car in the morning. The fresh air hits you in the face, the birds are chirping, and you feel as though a new adventure is about to sweep you away, just for that split second. It has been rainy here for the last couple of days as well. The sound and smell of the rain is really unbeatable. Even a cup of tea without any cream or sugar first thing in the morning at work or last thing before you go to bed is a comfort. I'm so thankful for the tiny joys God gives.
One of my favorite things...
One of my students gave me this gorgeous Mary vase. She said she was supposed to put flowers in it but insisted I use it for my pens. She's so beautiful and I love her so much! She's perfect! 😍
I am creating...
baby items for my sister. That's right!! My sister is expecting her first baby and I couldn't be more excited. Of course I'm knitting for the baby! Just don't tell her. I want it to be a surprise. I did mention I'm knitting the baby a washcloth but I didn't tell her what the design will be. You'll all just have to wait and find out with her. 😊
I am wearing...
I am reading...
Divine Intimacy and The Courage to be Afraid. The first is a book of meditations by a Carmelite priest, Father Gabriel of Saint Mary Magdalene. The second is a book by a French priest, Fr. Marie-Dominique Molinié. This book goes deeper than trusting in God's providence. It leads you to recognize His loving care as a father. We say "Our Father" all the time, but how often do we stop to think about what that means? I know not everyone has a good relationship with their father, and that makes me even more humbled and grateful that I do, but regardless of that fact, each and every one of us has God as our father, and He is the perfect one. His fatherhood is not far off, subjecting and cold. He loves with a very personal and intimate love. He watches over you and wants to guide you every step of the way. Ultimately, He wants to bring you, His dear child, to be with Him eternally. The Courage to be Afraid was originally published in 1975 but started as retreats the author gave to Dominican nuns in 1953.
I am watching...
All these years later, I'm still watching When Calls the Heart. Can you believe it?! It's just my comfort show. I've caught myself up to the current season, Season 12, and it still has that Hope Valley charm. Sure, it can be *very* cheesy at times and I don't always know about the modernization, but overall, it has kept its wholesome goodness.
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| This ship has sunk my heart. 🫠💖 |
I am listening to...
Now that it's March, you know what that means... Folk Music Season! 😄 (Yes, I made that up, but you might try it.) Here is my Spotify playlist full of great Irish folk music that is getting me in the mood for St. Patrick's Day! 🍀
I am learning...
how to teach. Constantly. I've been teaching for a year and a half and I learn something new every day whether it be a classroom management skill or how to teach superlative adjectives. There is so so much to learn about teaching. I feel as though I've not even scratched the surface. I am always eager to learn more of this noble and multifaceted profession.
In my kitchen...
Well, it's officially Lent so I'm not making too many exciting things. (Who am I kidding?! I don't often make exciting things anyhow. 😅) Soups and casseroles are my good old standards. Tomorrow I'm planning on making this crockpot pierogi casserole with kielbasa! 😋
Board Room
My Pinterest is a mix of classroom resources, outfit inspiration, and Saint quotes right now. Got to love it. 🥰 I also created a mood board for 2025 and I have to say I'm pretty proud of it.
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Closing Notes
Thank you ever so much, dear reader, if you have made it this far. It's such an honor that you even clicked on this little blog link to begin with. I really do hope to be able to post more frequently again here. I've missed it and I've missed you all. There's already one post that is taking shape in my mind inspired by my first Stations of the Cross of the season. I hope you are having a very blessed start to Lent. Remember God loves you deeply and desires your eternal happiness with Him!
God love you!
In the hearts of Jesus and Mary,
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