Category: inspire
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New Pope from Chicago!

What a day! We are honored to hear that the new Pope, Cardinal Robert Prevost, Leo XIV, is from Chicago. So, the Cardinals chose an American Pope. I live in Chicago, this is big news. I was reading this: Pope Francis and Pope Leo XIV were seminary classmates at the Catholic Theological Union in Chicago,…
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Walking, a new friend!

A few days ago, I went to church. I was having a “low” day, not sure why. After lighting a candle, I took a walk. I was thinking about various things. When I rounded the street corner, a squirrel was right at my feet, looking up at me. You see the first photo. He wasn’t…
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Chicago – Harry Potter Shop, GRAND OPENING 4/10/25!

Here’s a fun and cheerful Grand Opening idea. The Harry Potter Shop is opening its second U.S. location in Chicago, right on Michigan Ave. If you are in Chicago, stop by Thursday, April 10, 2025, 10:00 am. They were floating Bertie Bott’s Every-Flavour Beans in the Chicago River. Great idea, not something we will forget!…
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DIY – Creative Pencil Holder

Remember the old days when our grandmothers would use the cookie tin for their sewing needles and thread? I was reminded of that cookie tin recently. I finished my Yorkshire tea. What a lovely tin. I can’t just toss it away. THEN, I thought, I can use it for all these loose pens/markers I have.…
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An easy trick to stay MOTIVATED!

Have you heard of the Motivation App? If not, you might like it. My daughter uses this app, said I would like it too. The app sends quotes to your phone throughout the day based on categories you choose from. She added it to my cell phone. I have to say, it’s been nice receiving…
