Thursday, May 31, 2012






Today I  join Meri for Share the Joy Thursday.   For I believe we need to find it in my life every day no matter the realities in which we live.  God is Good in so many ways even in times of trial.

Joy comes in many forms.
And this day has the potential of
being just as grand as



a gorgeous sunset!!!
I must be open to it!



~~~^j^~~~
Thanks be to God!!!

Cathy



Monday, May 28, 2012

Family is GRAND

Has been such a busy month, this Lusty Month of May that I fear A Bit of the Blarney has suffered.  Our oldest granddaughter has graduated from high school.  The family has all arrived to celebrate and I must say I have had the best time.  



Lest I forget the reason why I have had such a wonderful holiday I must say how grateful I am to all those who have served their country, including my dear husband, Ron, so all us can experience the freedom we sometimes take for granted.  Thank you from the bottom of my heart!!!

~~~^j^~~~
Thanks be to God!!!

Cathy  

Thursday, May 17, 2012

Joy In Tea Talk




Strange how a teapot can represent at the same time the
 comforts of solitude and the pleasures of company.
~~Author Unknown~~

I'm having...a cup of English Breakfast tea


My teacup...a plain mug.

I'm feeling...stuff and sore.  Cleaning yesterday.  Spring cleaning is late and so I over did it.


On my mind...are the plans for this weekend.  Kellie's graduation!   Baccalaureate  is tomorrow night.  Graduation Saturday at 4:00!  So proud to be a grandmother.

Please join Ruth at Tea Talk today.
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Today I also join Meri for Share the Joy Thursday.   For I believe we need to find it in my life every day no matter the realities in which we live.  God is Good in so many ways even in times of trial.

Joy comes in many forms.
And this day has the potential of
being just as grand as


Kellie's Special Day!!!
I must be open to it!



~~~^j^~~~
Thanks be to God!!!

Cathy



Friday, May 11, 2012

Haiku My Heart



Enthusiasm
It's been lost and can't be found
O where has it gone?

For the last several months I seem to have lost the excitement I once had in writing this blog.  I've even toyed with the idea of discontinuing the blog, but as often happens for me I just can't let it go yet.  Maybe the enthusiasm will return.  Perhaps, the thrill of the comment will "feed the ego" and I'll feel inspired again.  Who knows...At any rate today, I have given a name to what is lacking.

~~~^j^~~~
Thanks be to God!  

Cathy


Please visit Rebecca at recuerda mi corazon for Haiku My Heart. There is always more beautiful words  there to enchant and encourage!!! 



Friday, April 27, 2012

Haiku My Heart



Love perfect and pure
As fragile as a white rose
Value is untold

But courage and strength
As strong as the white rose stem
Upholds the value

~~~~~^j^~~~
Thanks be to God!

Cathy

Please visit Rebecca at recuerda mi corazon for Haiku My Heart. There is always more beautiful words  there to enchant and encourage!!! 



Wednesday, April 25, 2012

The Joy in Tea Talk




Strange how a teapot can represent at the same time the
 comforts of solitude and the pleasures of company.
~~Author Unknown~~

I'm having...a cup of decaf coffee with a little sweetener and cream


My teacup...a plain mug.

I'm feeling...rested.


On my mind...are the plans for this weekend.  The John Angotti's concert is Friday night and then we are off to INDY early Saturday morning for Lindsey's 1st Holy Communion.

Please join Ruth at Tea Talk today.
~~~~~~~

Today I also join Meri for Share the Joy Thursday.   For I believe we need to find it in my life every day no matter the realities in which we live.  God is Good in so many ways even in times of trial.

Joy comes in many forms.
And this day has the potential of
being just as grand as


beautiful as the Colorado Columbine.
I must be open to it!



~~~^j^~~~
Thanks be to God!!!

Cathy



Sunday, April 22, 2012

Mosaic Monday~Macro Monday



The rhododendrons have been just exquisite this spring.  
















~~~^j^~~~

Glory be to God!!!!!

Cathy  

And please visit Mary at The Little Red House and share in the beauty offered there.   And though I hve nothing to offer at  Macro Monday  Lisa has a wonderful time planned for you.  The pictures all are an inspiration!

Sunday, April 15, 2012

Sunlit Sunday and Mosaic Monday



I'd rather have roses on my table, 
than diamond around may neck.
Emma Goldman

Indeed, I would rather, too!  And when the sun shines on the blossoms the glory of God shines even brighter!

~~~^j^~~~
Cathy
Karen has invited us to join her on Sunlit Sunday.  Stop by and offer your bit of sunshine today.
And please visit Mary at The Little Red House and share in the beauty offered there.   And though I hve nothing to offer at  Macro Monday  Lisa has a wonderful time planned for you.  The pictures all are an inspiration!

Friday, April 13, 2012

Haiku My Heart




Spring blossoms unlocked
Sweet aromas everywhere
Rest in the beauty

~~~^j^~~~
Thanks be to God!!!

Cathy


Please visit Rebecca at recuerda mi corazon for Haiku My Heart. There is always more beautiful words  there to enchant and encourage!!! 



Thursday, April 12, 2012

The Joy in Tea Talk




Strange how a teapot can represent at the same time the
 comforts of solitude and the pleasures of company.
~~Author Unknown~~


I'm having...My very favorite Good Earth Tea


My teacup...is a delicate teacup.  It is so very dainty! 



I'm feeling... renewed.  I had a good rest last night and am ready to meet today!

On my mind...is the weekend.  It always seems to be so very busy anymore.  Thanks be to God for Wednesdays.  My day to catch up.  Saturday we go to Terre Haute to meet with Sr. Dorothy for Spiritual Direction and that evening is the Christ Renews His Parish potluck.  Sunday is the Boy Scout Pancake Breakfast at Holy Rosary, The Gathering of Providence Associates at Saint Meinrad Archabbey, and CRHP team formation Sunday evening.  Whew!!!  Pray for me!!!!


Please join Ruth at Tea Talk today.

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Today I also join Meri for Share the Joy Thursday.   For I believe we need to find it in my life every day no matter the realities in which we live.  God is Good in so many ways even in times of trial.

Joy comes in many forms.
And this day has the potential of
being just as grand as


beautiful color and it's contrasts.  I must be open to it!




Joy does not simply happen to us. We have to choose joy and keep choosing it every day. - Henri Nouwen

~~~^j^~~~
Thanks be to God!!!

Cathy


The Quote by Henri Nouwen was offered today on face book by Ann Murray!  Thank you Ann!