Christina M | February 21, 2006
God asked Moses to lead his people out of slavery. Elijah was to live on Mt. Carmel for a time, relying on birds to bring him food. Teresa of Avila had the honor of founding a new Carmelite order, and Therese of Lisieux was called to join it and attain great humility and holiness at […]
Christina M | February 13, 2006
We all remember the line from “When Harry Met Sally,” when Meg Ryan is giving a demonstration (in a public eating establishment) of how easily a woman can… uh… fool a man with a convincing fakery. In real life, fakery rarely fools anyone. I’m not talking here about sex, mind you. I’m talking about most […]
Christina M | February 7, 2006
I’ve never cared for philosophy, as a general discipline. When I’ve taken philosophy in school, I sneeringly thought to myself that a philosopher is merely an opinionated person who forgets to put “I think…” in front of his opinions. Often it’s true. Occasionally, it isn’t, and we find a nugget of gold in the writings […]
Christina M | February 3, 2006
Meme! From Housewife in Flip Flops: My good quirks:I love French music.I’m a compulsive organizer.I go barefoot around the house and wear flip flops except in the coldest weather.I like to decorate boxes.I like reading and writing satirical poetry. My bad quirks:I’m very impatient.I take things too personally.I’m competitive with my husband.I brood. My food […]
Christina M | February 3, 2006
Meme of Four Sean at Small but Disorganized tagged me under the Turnabout is Fair Play law. Four Jobs I’ve Had Burger Broiler Hardware Store Cashier Radio Station Equipment Babysitter Resume Writer Four Movies I Watch Over and Over Again Voluntarily, or under duress? The Sound of Music Anne of Green Gables Yours Mine and […]
Christina M | February 2, 2006
Last night our twice-monthly Women’s Bible Study met, and once again it was time well spent. Due to winter illnesses and unavoidable appointments, my attendance hasn’t been stellar; but this Bible Study continues to enlighten, inspire, amuse, and educate. Once we finish the course, I plan to keep the notebook to share with my kids […]