First Post

"This hope we have as an anchor of the soul, a hope both sure and steadfast ..."
- Hebrews 6:19

Lent began about 2 weeks ago and while my "fast" for Lent is napping (I assure you, the struggle is real) I always try to also "take up" something during this time of the year.

Usually, I focus on some form of self improvement like exercise. One year, I tried writing a letter a day for Lent. That one was not so successful.

Lately, I have felt the need to reconnect with my faith and explore my relationship with God. I am anticipating the next year to be one of big changes and growth, but I also am very happy with many of the things in my life, so I hope that not too much changes. It is my goal to use this blog to explore what things in my life are being called to change, and which things need to stay as they are.

Reflection has been a big part of my life since I started college at a Jesuit institution in New England (not BC. Boo, BC) and then extended my love of the Jesuits but going to grad school in Philadelphia (yes, that one). Now that I am finished both undergrad and post-grad degrees, I find that I do not always give this element of my life as much focus as I could. I truly miss it.

My goal is to post weekly, if not more, and practice reflection, mindfulness, and self-knowledge. I am also an Ultimate player, a teacher,  and an avid reader (on my better days) so I will most likely include stories of my various struggles and triumphs in those areas.

Thanks for stopping by to read!
God bless,
MV