My car is generally pretty reliable, which is a grace. It's also super comfortable, which is awesome for car trips. But, last week my heat kicked out, which was challenging. My dad had Friday off, so I took his car to work and he told me he'd take my car into the shop. Thing is,Continue reading "My sibs wake up early for me"
How I met St. Damien of Molokai
When I was little my mother read me the incredible story of a Belgian man who took the name "Damien" and dedicated his life to addressing injustice, introducing charity and working with lepers in Hawaii. My mom read to me about how leprosy was introduced to the islands of Hawaii from outside influences. The HawaiianContinue reading "How I met St. Damien of Molokai"
What I Wore Wednesday
So last Saturday I went to the the thrift store and TORE IT UP, man. Here's what went down: I stopped at one store in the morning hours, looking for some supplies for the crafting challenge. I was also looking for a very specific workout video that my sister and I used to use atContinue reading "What I Wore Wednesday"
Four quotes on human interaction
Sometimes you end up in situations where someone is a bit challenging. I'm not talking about, say, dating someone who is abusive. In that case you get out and you get out fast, OK? I'm talking about a study group or a workplace or a classroom setting...something where you're thrown in with a group ofContinue reading "Four quotes on human interaction"
(Gluten-free) Double-chocolate Pomegranate Cookies
^This is what you'll actually be making if you follow this recipe. And they will be delicious. And you might give yourself a sugar rush. I made two kinds of cookies this weekend--both gluten-free. And then I submitted them to a series of taste tests...namely: my work, my sister's work, and the people at myContinue reading "(Gluten-free) Double-chocolate Pomegranate Cookies"
February!
Yesterday, a Thursday, I lectored. This is standard. What's not standard is the never-ending beauty in the Bible. So, this: We must consider how to rouse one another to love and good works. We should not stay away from our assembly, as is the custom of some, but encourage one another... And I was like,Continue reading "February!"
To Frank.
I usually talk fashion on Wednesdays, but my camera has just died, so instead I'll post about a man named Frank. Frank lives on the sidewalk by my office building. He usually lives in boxes and under trash bags, and I know this and occasionally pass him on my way to and from work. TodayContinue reading "To Frank."
City-life conundrums: St. Martin and Mormons
"Conundrums" is an excellent word. Therefore, I'm utilizing it again. The first thing that needs to be known is that there is a legend about a man known as St. Martin of Tours. In this story St. Martin is a soldier, riding his horse through a city. He happens upon a beggar and pities theContinue reading "City-life conundrums: St. Martin and Mormons"
Gluten Free Conundrums
There's a slightly-obscure Catholic New Years tradition where we are randomly assigned a saint to study/ emulate in the new year. I've received saints to study over the past few years at my New Years retreat, which is all fun and smiles. Last year (2012) my saint was St. Elmo. I had never heard ofContinue reading "Gluten Free Conundrums"
What HE Wore Wednesday–John
This dashing gentleman is John. He is awesome. If I saw a shooting star right now I would wish that when I am his age I am a fraction of his awesome. John attends daily mass at the wee church where I attend daily mass, and he always looks dapper and sharp. He always wearsContinue reading "What HE Wore Wednesday–John"
Seashell Nell 