Monthly Archives: January 2012

Thoughts in Motion

Posted on January 25, 2012 by hermitsoftheholycross

My dear sisters and brothers in Christ Jesus, after 49 years of living with a chronic illness I continue to scratch my head to the mystery of suffering. I was diagnosed with Proteus Syndrome. I learned that there are a … Continue reading →

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Getting Upset When Laid-Up

Posted on January 20, 2012 by hermitsoftheholycross

How easy it is to get upset when we find ourselves laid up, oh perhaps because of an illness. Frustration creeps in rather quickly. When you find yourself at the crossroads, you can choose to remain frustrated or ask Christ … Continue reading →

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A Little Meditation

Posted on January 14, 2012 by hermitsoftheholycross

Imagine yourself walking through a pine forest all by yourself. You experience the silence, the stillness, the wonderful scent of the tall trees that embrace you. Now picture Jesus coming up and walking right beside you. He gives you a … Continue reading →

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