More Thoughts

I could sit in my chair by the window and think for hours. “Why did God make me? What is my purpose in this life? Do I know, love and serve God as I ought? What are my primary responsibilities in life? Do I fulfil those responsibilities? What else should I be doing with my … More More Thoughts

What Inspires You?

“What inspires you to be a better Catholic?” I’ve already asked this question of several people and heard some fascinating responses. Please let me know in the comments below or via email how you would answer! God bless you 🙂

Some Thoughts

Thank you to anyone still reading my blog. I am frankly a little embarrassed by a lot of what I’ve written over the years. I have always been young and dumb, and I have always thought I knew everything there was to know. Ironically, the more I have learned, the more I realize how little … More Some Thoughts

An Examination

I examine my conscience and find nothing very disturbing. I imagine my death and subsequent judgment and feel rather confident that it will go well. I have certainly committed many sins over the years, but I have repented of them and even done some penance for them. I have at least a few good deeds … More An Examination

I am a Sinner

I am a sinner. I am sorry for my sins, but my imperfect contrition is tainted by pride. One of the reasons I detest my sins is because they injure my pride and force me to have a lower opinion of myself. Thus even in my sin I heap sin upon sin. Truly I am … More I am a Sinner