Why I Love the Latin Mass

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Everyday I think to myself "you really should make a post today", but then I can't think of anything to post about. I do go through this once in a while, but never for this long (I don't think). My most recent postings have been very spaced out.

I haven't been doing much reading lately, maybe that's part of it. I tend to post more when I do a lot of reading. Maybe today I'll finish a book I started a while back, and let you know how it is.

I know, kind of a random post, but since I had nothing to post about, I thought I'd post about nothing. LOL!! Did that make sense?

A New Favorite

I discovered today that my favorite apple is the Golden Delicious. I had always thought it was the Gala apple, but the GD is way better.

I know, not the most thought provoking post, but it's what's on my mind.

What's your favorite apple?

Happy Feast Day

"Sisters, be careful where you look, where you go, and with whom you convene. There is always danger in what we see becoming the occasion of offense against God and our vow." ~St. Rita

When I chose St. Rita as my Confirmation saint, I had no real information to go on. Paul and I were in the car, on our way to Sacramento where I would be Baptized, Confirmed, and receive my first Holy Communion. Selecting a saint was something we only thought of hours before leaving, so Paul printed out a list of saints with brief descriptions next to the name, it was actually one word next to each name, telling what they were the patron saints of.

St. Rita was listed as the patron saint of loneliness, and though it may sound sad, that's exactly what drew me to her. So without knowing anything else I decided on St. Rita of Cascia. I'm almost glad I was under pressure otherwise I might have had more trouble choosing a saint.

Once I started reading about her life I realized how perfect it was, not because we are so much alike, but because she is exactly who I should try to emulate. All of St. Rita's strengths are my weaknesses, and because of that I believe we are a perfect match.

I have since realized that she is more commonly known as the saint of the impossible, and after reading her life story I know this to be true. I've read 3 books on St. Rita and I really feel that this one is THE BEST, you should read it. I'm not sure if EWTN will be showing the movie called Saint Rita with Vittoria Belvedere, but if you have not seen it and plan to, DON'T!! Or if you do, watch it with the understanding 98% (my opinion) is not accurate. This movie is very far removed from the true life of this amazing saint, the directors definitely took a great deal of poetic licence.

Happy feast day St. Rita!!

Shopping Trip

Tomorrow Paul & I are planning on going guitar shopping & I'm so excited. I never learned how to play an instrument, but always wish I had. The guitar has always been most fascinating and something in me says "now's the time". So after we find the perfect guitar we'll figure out where I'll take lessons.

I'm also excited because Paul plays the guitar & it's something we can enjoy together. I do feel a bit guilty buying a new one though, since he already has 6 guitars, but they're all way too BIG for me. He's 6'2" & I'm 5'1", so I'm sure it's easy to imagine that I'm sure.

Tulips

I bought some tulips at Trader Joe's today, and after I put them in the vase I felt inspired to practice my photography.

Memories

I spent the evening going through old pictures & these are some of my favorites of myself as a kid. I especially like the ones with me in a dress because I'm sure it was not an easy task for my mom to get me in them. But my real favorites are the Halloween pics of me & my brother.

10 Years Ago

Here's something interesting to do. Compare who you were 10 yrs ago to who you are now...I'm sure you'll find it amazing how much you have changed in someway or another.

I know that I am a completely different person now, and that's a GOOD thing.

Thanks be to God!!

7 Things I Love Meme

Gratiae ut Deus has generously tagged me for this meme. Thank you so much, and I will do my best.

1. I love Sundays, everything about Sunday is wonderful.

2. Weekend getaways.

3. Miguel's Jr. bean, rice, and cheese burritos. Yum!

4. Going to the Library with Paul.

5. The Traditional Latin Mass.

6. Mangos

7. Date night. Hey, what happened to date night??

Now it's my turn. I tag...

Jen @ GlowingwithGodslove

Gina @ Life Matters

Lee @ Confessions Of A Catholic Mom

Mary @ Passionate Perseverance

Michelle @ A Catholic Housewife

Jamie @ Lord, Make Me A Saint

Heidi @ Finding My Way

My Favorites

I stole this idea from a fellow blogger. Please keep in mind that all of these are favorites of the moment.

20 Of My Favorite Things
1. Color~ Turquoise Blue
2. Dessert~ Bread Pudding

3. Smell~ Paul coming home from golf.
4. Flower~ Sunflower
5. Animal~ Dog - any one I'm not allergic to.
6. Month~ February
7. Beverage~ Godiva chocolate drink. Mmmmmmmmmmmm!

8. Pair of Shoes~ Black Boots
9. Snack~ Sardines & crackers
10. Song~ Carrie Underwood, I told you so (version with Randy Travis is best)
11. Book~ Pride & Prejudice Jane Austen
12. Fruit~ Watermelon
13. Hairstyle~ down & straight
14. Store to clothes shop~ Macy's (during a sale)
15. Piece of Clothing~ Blue Jeans (always)
16. Season~ Winter , would be Autumn if we lived somewhere that looked like it does in the movies.
17. Hobby~ Blogging. Is it bad that blogging is my fav hobby?
18. Things to collect~ Kitchen Fairies
19. Movie~ Sense & Sensibility
20. Restaurant~ King Lobster's Palace

My New Name

Everyone in the blog world knows me as Rita, but my real first name is Molly. Rita is my Confirmation name. When I first started this blog I thought going by Rita would be like a new identity. Don't get me wrong, I like who I am, but I now realize that I've been hiding behind the name Rita when posting, insofar as it allowed me to state opinions without making them my own.

So from now on I'm going to step up, & step forward, as me.

Molly!

100 Facts

Here is list of 100 facts about me. I stole the idea from Heidi's blog, I think everyone should do something like this, it's amazing how hard it is. Oh, and please don't think I sat down and made this list all at once, I worked on it for a couple of days.



1. I love dressing for the winter time.

2. I'm happy being in the kitchen, as long as I'm cooking and not cleaning.

3. Vanilla is my favorite flavor ice cream.

4. I despise exercise, but I love the way I feel it makes me feel.

5. Most of my clothes are from Target.

6. I married my best friend, and yes, my soul mate.

7. I love driving at night.

8. I had seizure's for the first 5 years of my life.

9. I hate wearing open toed shoes.

10. I am not a neat freak, but I wish I was.

11. I love sad music. You know, sappy depressing love songs.

12. I talk to God several times a day, and Mary too!

13. I love girls night my with mom and Ruth. Hey it's been a while!

14. I love Sushi! Mmmmm, spicy tuna hand roll!!

15. Every 4 years I want to dye my hair blond, and I hate it every time.

16. I love quiet time with my Sweetie. And all the other times too!

17. I love coffee, just not when I make it.

18. My car always looks like I live in it.

19. I look forward to alone time with my mom.

20. I still sleep with a night light.

21. I don't like drama in my life, but I admit that I like to hear about other people's.

22. Taylor Swift's "Love Story" is my favorite song of the moment. Paul just bought me the CD.

23. I like my feet.

24. I always worry about 2 of my sisters.

25. If I make the bed twice in one week, it's a miracle.

26. I can't survive without allergy meds.

27. I would have lunch with Holly everyday if I could.

28. My favorite color's are Red, Blue, and Yellow. But none of those work in our house.

29. Paul is the only person who truly knows me.

30. I spend too much time on the computer.

31. Going grocery shopping relaxes me.

32. I tape my Christmas cards on the wall.

33. I wont leave the house without putting eyeliner on.

34. I love concerts.

35. Tickling me too much may cause a violent reaction on my part. Be ware!!!

36. I love Rome and I would go back in a heart beat.

37. I am happier than I've ever been.

38. I feel most comfortable in blue jeans. I love them!

39. I love the sound of a newborn crying. It's the only time crying is cute! :)

40. I dye my hair to hide the grays.

41. Starbucks is my favorite treat! A venti iced green tea with 3 packets of splenda. Yum!

42. I wish I saw my dad more.

43. I like seeing Paul's eyes light up like a little boy when he's excited about something.

44. I have a scar on my left calve from falling off my bike when I was 11 years old.

45. I love listening to Journey while driving by myself, so I can sing at the top of my lungs.

46. I like to send thank you cards.

47. Target is my favorite store. I like Macy's too!

48. I'm allergic to Christmas trees.

50. My aunt & uncle have a special place in my heart. They're amazing.

51. I would love to have a dozen children, or more.

52. I text while driving.

53. My camera is always with me, but I rarely use it.

54. I wish Tim and I were still as close as we were as kids.

55. I adore my big bro, everyone does!

56. Holy cards are what I like to use as bookmarks.

57. Blogging is my biggest hobby.

58. Ten books is my goal for 2009.

59. I can't stand Bruce Springsteen.

60. I have been an aunt since I was 8 years old.

61. I enjoy reading about the Saints.

62. Spending one on one time with each of my sister's is something I wish we did more often.

63. I laugh more with Paul than anyone.

64. I can play Tetris for hours.

65. While cleaning I listen to Country Music.

66. I have a mole on my back.

67. Cats scare me.

68. One of my pets as a kid was a Squirrel Monkey named Darwin.

69. Vacuuming is my least favorite chore.

70. I like laying on the couch watching golf with my husband.

71. I've had very few friends in my life, by choice.

72. I daydream, always have and probably always will.

73. "Stand By Me" by Ben E. King always puts me in a good mood.

74. I like to sing the songs that my mom sang to us at night.

75. Baking intimidates me.

76. I enjoy my own company.

77. Eleanor Dashwood is my favorite Jane Austin character.

78. I like the house to be full of sunlight.

79. Meatloaf is one of my favorite meals.

80. Paul and I never run out of things to talk about.

81. I love my life.

82. I have trouble believing I can do anything, but I'm working on it.

83. It bothers me when I hear women/men put down their spouses in public. It shouldn't be done at all.

84. I think about my family all the time.

85. I should be folding laundry right now. :)

86. My favorite numbers are 3 and 7.

87. New York is where I plan to go with Paul next December.

88. I love candles. Lit candles help to clear my mind of stress and worry.

89. I make a list of goals for each year and then forget about it. This year I wont forget.

90. I don't like strapless anything.

91. I need an Olive Garden fix soon.

92. I have never yelled at Paul, for any reason.

93. Living by the beach is great for my sinuses, but I never go down by the water.

94. I wish my mom would find her way back. :)

95. I don't have any tattoos. Thank you mom for talking me out of it.

96. I'm no longer embarrassed to dance in public. Whether I dance well or not, I have a great time.

97. I tend to be very hard on myself.

98. Although I'm allergic to most flowers I still love to get them.

99. Most of my clothes are black or gray, which is strange because I love bright colors.

100. I already can't wait for next Christmas.