“Age wrinkles the body. Quitting wrinkles the soul.” – Douglas MacArthur
Inspirational thoughts
Adversity builds character
“Adversity introduces a man to himself.” Albert Einstein
The heart of a holy mom
“The loveliest masterpiece of the heart of God is the heart of a mother.” St. Therese of Lisieux
I am surrounded in this photo by two incredibly beautiful hearts…my beloved mom and grandma!
Getting back up
Never confuse a single defeat with a final defeat.–F. Scott Fitzgerald
When you fall, go to the Sacrament of Reconciliation, allow his healing love to penetrate and console, and then get back in the fight…Jesus never tires of forgiving us!
Mary’s glance..
“In trial or difficulty I have recourse to Mother Mary, whose glance alone is enough to dissipate every fear.” St. Therese of Lisieux
Come, Holy Spirit!
“The Holy Spirit comes where He is loved…where He is invited…where He is expected.” – St. Bonaventure
Caring…
“Unless someone like you cares a whole awful lot, nothing is going to get better. It’s not.” Dr. Seuss
Self-praise?
“Self-praise is for losers. Be a winner. Stand for something. Always have class, and be humble.”
—John Madden, Head Coach, Oakland Raiders (1969-78)
Polishing the gem of our soul
“The gem cannot be polished without friction, nor man perfected without trials.” — Chinese Proverb
Rooting from heaven!
“It is the nature of man to rise to greatness if greatness is expected of him.”
— John Steinbeck
Never forget that Jesus, Mary, all the angels and saints are cheering for you in the stands…eternity is just around the corner, so do your best each day for Jesus!!