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"We ourselves feel that what we are doing is just a drop in the ocean. But the ocean would be less because of that missing drop." ~ Blessed Mother Teresa

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Why I don’t want a woman on a dollar bill

50 Shades of Awesome

I’m the boss, so ya’ll can just shut up

Male Priests: Why aren’t we all special?

Yes, you ARE beautiful

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“Let us never forget to pray for those poor souls who exercise a bad influence on others.” . In yesterday’s readings, Jesus had strong words for those who lead people astray. This book is part of a seven book series of reflections on the cycle of Bible passages read by Catholics everyday. Even though it’s an excellent series full of mic drops and truth bombs, I hadn’t picked it up in a long time. . Last night I picked it up, though, and it was about scandal, our obligation to be good examples, and the woe due to those who mislead. If you read yesterday about the Vatican stalling the USCCB’s vote on new policies holding bishops accountable, you know how apropos this is. . I am more angry at the whole situation than wanting to pray for those who are failing the faithful so horribly. I have been stewing more than praying. I have nothing charitable to say about this directive from the Vatican’s Congregation of Bishops telling the USCCB to not make these important changes. But this was a good reminder that prayer *must* be part of our response. . 10/10 recommend getting this series. It’s incredible. (In Conversation With God by Francis Fernandez)

Hello to all the new faces around here! Time for #fridayintroductions with random facts you never needed to know: . 1. I put this flower arrangement together out of ghetto torn bags of flowers and stuff from the thrift store and feel validated as a millennial. . 2. In the last week I’ve made ten batches of pumpkin bread. YUM. But don’t worry-it was mostly for an event. . 3. Voting is really not fun, but I did it anyway. I’ve never had a sticker because I do it my mail! . 4. I enjoy talking about controversial topics, in light of my Catholic faith. . 5. Split pea soup is one of the best soups ever. What’s your favorite? . Happy Fri-yay!

Time for an Advent Book Basket Giveaway! . Advent is one of my favorite times of year as we read about Jesus’ incarnation and prepare for his birth. Many families read different books each day of Advent to count down to Christmas, and this giveaway will provide one family with a great start to their own literary Advent Calendar. 📚📚📚 . I’m giving away two books: this beautiful children’s book of the Friendly Beasts, an old English carol I fondly remember singing at what now seems like a somewhat awkward performance. And then this gorgeous book on the three kings and other mysteries of Christmas is for the parents. . To enter: . 1. Follow all the lovely ladies in the loop (the next person is tagged in each photo). . 2. Tag your friend(s) in a comment below. . That’s it! The winner will be drawn after the giveaway closes ‪at 11:59pm CST on 11/11‬. I don’t do anything Christmas related until after Thanksgiving, but we’re doing this now so the winner gets the books in time for Advent. #AdventBookBasketGiveaway2018 Thanks Genie (@barefootabbey)for organizing this!

It’s been 7 years since most of us had mini-golfed and I *would* have gotten second place today if we were going for highest score. Awesome way to spend a Saturday afternoon!

Yesterday was apple picking day with the fam! We left with 96 pounds of pippin apples and spent many hours preparing them to cook with. It sounds more fun than it really is. But it *is* extremely gratifying to see them go from the tree to all prepped and chopped in one day. Aaaaand now I’m ready for the land I want to live on one day! . Also, what are your favorite things to make with apples?

Feeling a little like a boss today for checking many things off my to-do list, including a horribly overdue car wash (I literally do it about twice a year). . Also feeling a little fancy for getting the one with colorful bubbles 💃🏽 . Happy Friday!

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