I had to spend a few hours reflecting on this Sunday morning’s mass before writing about it. Attending mass online has become part of my daily routine, and then became a vital part of my everyday routine. Each day I learned something new, and built my faith one step and one rock at a time…
Category: Gratitude
Fr. Mark Goring
Fr. Mark Goring in Ottawa This man has had a profound effect on my spirituality. Amen, Mark. ~ Lisa
For Richer or Poorer
It is amazing what a difference a bonus cheque can make. It’s the difference between red and black. It’s the difference between panic and patience. It’s the difference between staring at struggles or dreaming your dreams. It’s the difference between finishing university or not being able to afford the luxury of an education. It’s dental…
Be Still, My Heart & Mind
As we rush madly into the holiday season, I am taking a step back. Since my father passed away in 1995, it’s been part of my journey to pause around Christmas. Reflect. Look back on the year and see where it has taken me. New heights and depths? If not, I am not trying hard…
December 1st, 2018
December is a welcome blast of Northern air to clean out the death and dying I associate with November. The eleventh month is one, which – for me – embodies endings and memorials. The last traces of the summer have gone, but the winter has not yet begun. It’s the No Mans Land of the…
As I usher out November
Wouldn’t it be nice if you could only say good things? I still – occasionally – have an angry mouth. November is THE most painful month for me. It’s always full of loss, endings and chaos. I will miss your awesome coffee, especially at 3am. I wrapped both hands around each mug in gratitude. And…
The Privilege of Being Canadian
I was falling asleep in the backseat of an Uber ride, my flight having landed well past midnight after a long and weary day of travel. Uber has streamlined its mobile application, so I was connected with my driver as soon as I hit the confirm button. It told me his name, car make and…
Lesson 85 ~ “My grievances hide the light of the world in me”
If you have been wondering where my lessons are, I chose to quiet my voice rather than disturb your journey. However, I do intend to document my path through A Course in Miracles. I am currently studying Lesson 85, which has two parts. It was a profoundly rich lesson. And God used the most extraordinary…
Tea Time
My best friend and I have been through hell and back together. When one of us is overwhelmed, the other reminds her of Step One: Tea It’s the most relaxing way to start the day. Rather than a bitter jolt from coffee, tea soothes, comforts and revives. Step One is sit down and have a…
All Dogs Deserve a Crown
It was a video of beagles freshly rescued from a laboratory which started my path to rescuing dogs. While my heart clenched so hard that tears poured out of my eyes, it also swelled with happiness that there were people who would save them. Someone from the lab tipped off the rescue that the beagles…
Grateful Day
I am grateful that I woke up. I give thanks to God and ask for His forgiveness, guidance and grace. I am grateful that I slept well in my beautiful and cozy silver grey striped sheets and duvet. I am grateful that I heard my son come in late last night. He is safe and…
A New Book for University
This young man has had to put his life on hold for me more than once, but these last nine months have been especially trying. My cancer diagnosis has eclipsed the family’s stability. Matt has seen me at my best and my worst. He has sat with friends, wringing his hands, wondering if I would…
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