There's no getting around it. This week has been an absolute struggle. Mentally, emotionally, and physically. I'm exhausted on a spiritual plane. But I need to count my blessings, so here's a partial list in no order. My husband has been traveling safely and calling and texting as much as he can, though, with the … Continue reading A Week of Struggle
Tag: creativity
Catholic Lay Creative Order
I really wish there was a lay order of Catholic creatives I could join. I'm researching Catholic literary societies and might join the one I found. Ideally, such a society would practice lectio divina daily. There would be weekly meetings to share or critique work. There would be some element of public service related to … Continue reading Catholic Lay Creative Order
Adoration, Stay at Home University Check In
This morning I attended OCIA and we discussed the order of and meaning of the Mass. I really want to attend Adoration with my Bible journaling supplies and study and worship in tbe physical, the Real Presence, of Jesus. I will be going to at least one weekday Mass this week. Maybe I can do … Continue reading Adoration, Stay at Home University Check In
2 Acrylic Paintings and 2 Mixed Media
Art Journaling
Today I went out to my favorite restaurant with a friend. It felt good to catch up, though I was exhausted because I only slept 2 hours. Tonight I'm doing some digital art journaling because I need something to soothe my mind, and I'm tired so it's hard to read. I must be quiet and … Continue reading Art Journaling
New Year, New Goals
Publish on my substack more often Study a personal curriculum every month Bake more Go to the dr Spend more time directly inculcating the faith in my daughter. I want Jesus to be the center of more of our conversations. Find a way to get more involved in church. I'm teaching a Bible journaling seminar … Continue reading New Year, New Goals
Did I Meet Last Year’s Goals?
As I embark on the adventure of a new year, I look back on the goals I set for last year. The following is what I planned to do in 2025. I did not end up baking more. I want to do that this year. But I spent several months of 2025 under the weather … Continue reading Did I Meet Last Year’s Goals?
A Few Art Projects
I'm a poet, not an artist, but I find art very therapeutic, so I practice it regularly. I facetimed my mom this morning. We had a lovely morning of chatting and creating.
To Do List for Light Day
I've dropped down into some strange depression again. So tomorrow I want to: 1. Run laundry 2. Finish my magazines 3. Paint 4. Remember all my medicines 5. Film a video. Book review of a bible journaling book. 6. Set up a rudimentary lesson plan for a bible journaling class for the local homeschool group. … Continue reading To Do List for Light Day
Creativity, Knee
Today we took my brace off to adjust it, and my kneecap started to slide out of place. It was painful. Now I'm thinking it will be a few more days before I can manage without it. I'll go to the orthopedic dr on Monday. My family has been pushing me around in the wheelchair. … Continue reading Creativity, Knee