January 21, 2013

Going Forward

After a lengthy period of reflection, I've decided to take a definitively different path with this blog. While this site has been largely domestic in nature, from here forward I'm going to be focusing primarily on my Catholic faith, reflections on the love of God, stories about the Saints, inspiring quotes, and so forth. That is not the say the domestic aspect will not remain -- I'm sure it will! But it will look quite different than it has thus far.

I've come to the conclusion that my posts will be necessarily brief due to the nature of my daily life, which leaves little time for lengthy discourse. Whether it's due to motherhood or age (or both!), I have difficulty even composing a coherent sentence most days. :) Nevertheless, it is my prayer that what I am able to share will be encouraging and/or thought-provoking for many of you out there that are striving to grow in love and holiness in the Lord. Over the last couple of months I have come to a strong sense that everything else I could possibly offer (recipes, cleaning tips, etc.) is vanity next to that which pertains to Christ Jesus. Useful? Of course. But secondary all the same.

I am going to begin by sharing excerpts and thoughts over the coming days/weeks about an excellent, if not deeply challenging, book I recently read for the second time: Happy Are You Poor: The Simple Life and Spiritual Freedom by Fr. Thomas Dubay.

 I hope you will join me. :)
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10 comments:

  1. AnonymousJanuary 21, 2013 at 3:12 PM

    I was really looking forward to you talking about weight-loss/frugal eating. But I understand your choice. :) Happy blogging!

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    1. ErikaJanuary 21, 2013 at 7:48 PM

      And I may still! But it will probably be tied in more with the spiritual life and the virtue of temperance than simply how to eat better. :)

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    2. AnonymousJanuary 22, 2013 at 8:41 AM

      That makes sense. And it should be that way. If we aren't doing things for the glory of God then why do them? :)

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  2. ChristinaJanuary 21, 2013 at 4:01 PM

    I so hear you, Erika. I feel like I'm called to choose between blogging about homemaking/homeschooling or spiritual matters. To try to do both is really hard!

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    1. ErikaJanuary 21, 2013 at 7:49 PM

      Oh it is! It seems one or the other always gets neglected.

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    2. AnonymousJanuary 22, 2013 at 8:44 AM

      I don't think they have to be two separate things. Homemaking is a high calling according to God. Personally speaking, being a mother has been the strongest source of sanctification and dying to self I have ever experienced.

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    3. ErikaJanuary 22, 2013 at 4:15 PM

      I definitely agree with that. :)

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  3. Monica January 22, 2013 at 8:37 AM

    I feel that you are making a good choice. I've had other blogs that were completely secular in nature, but my current blog is the one that gives real satisfaction because it for God and about God. Looking forward to continued reading :-)

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  4. AnonymousJanuary 22, 2013 at 12:31 PM

    I'm sad we won't be hearing more about Erika. I feel out of touch with you and miss talking to you. I hope you will reach out to me when time allows. meganloismartino@gmail.com

    I'm not Catholic so I don't know how much I will be commenting on Catholic posts (as honestly I do not always agree with Catholic belief) but some things are beautifully written and I look forward to reading what you write.

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    1. ErikaJanuary 22, 2013 at 4:23 PM

      Dear Megan, but you will know me better because I'll be writing about that which is TRULY within my mind, heart and soul! :)

      I understand your reticence to comment on certain things and please, do not feel compelled. I will sit down to write you an email soon so we can touch base again -- I miss you, too!

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