Ok, during the holiday season, I took the Christmas boxes which held the decorations out of the garage and could feel that my stomach muscles were weak lifting the boxes! How can this be!? The boxes are not that heavy. I have let myself and my core get out of shape. I decided to getContinue reading “The Importance of the Posterior Chain”
Author Archives: Mary
Epiphany 2020
There is an almost forgotten tradition for the Feast of the Epiphany (6 January) when the family gathers together to ask God’s blessing on their home and family. It is a constant reminder for Jesus to be present in our homes. Take a piece of white chalk-one that is blessed is preferred- and mark theContinue reading “Epiphany 2020”
I Wore a Face Mask and I Liked It
A new year means a new you! Ideas for skin beauty regimens.
I Wore a Face Mask and I Liked It
A new year means a new you! Ideas for skin beauty regimens.
“O Antiphons” of Advent
O Antiphons refer to the seven antiphons or short sentences sung or recited preceding the Magnifcat during Vespers, evening prayers, of the Liturgy of the Hours (or the Divine Office). In the Roman Catholic church, they are part of the special preparation known as the Octave before Christmas, December 17-23. December 24th is Christmas EveContinue reading ““O Antiphons” of Advent”
Preparing the Way
Pathways to a meaningful Advent. Looking toward the light in the penetrating darkness of the season.
Painting our Way Closer
Painting our way closer to Jesus.
Getting Caught in the Rain and Encountering Bigfoot
On the search for Bigfoot and bygone passages of time
Expectancy
There is a period of time right after All Saints’ and All Souls’ Day when it seems that we already have to start thinking about Christmas and we haven’t even reached Thanksgiving yet. I suppose this feeling happens if we watch network TV and advertisers are pushing the envelope by starting Christmas ads right afterContinue reading “Expectancy”
Cicada at Suncadia
We arrived at night to the Suncadia resort in Cle Elum, Washington. It was a wet, rainy night and we were glad to check into our room. My husband and I were relaxing in bed when we heard the repeated sound like ringing that lasted for a duration of 30 to 60 seconds. We wereContinue reading “Cicada at Suncadia”