Hello May!
The gray skies have moved on and we have sunshine here in NW Montana. Praise God! It was snowing last week and today found us swimming in a lake. It could very well snow again next week. I hope not! But, yes, it's what May does and we are grateful for all of it.
Easter isn't a day, it's a SEASON!
Catholics celebrate Easter for 50 days, called Eastertide, where we celebrate our new life in Christ. What have you been doing to keep the Easter spirit alive? Here are some ideas for you in line with the 3 pillars of living an Integrated Life:
SPIRITUAL
The Regina Caeli is one of 4 Marian antiphons, traditionally said or sung after night prayer, immediately before going to sleep. It is said throughout Eastertide: from Easter Day through Pentecost, the 7th Sunday after Easter.
The Regina caeli is also said in place of the Angelus during Eastertide. Regina Caeli - video
SELF Having fresh flowers in your home is uplifting and can brighten your mood. Fill your house with the lovely colors and fragrance of fresh flowers. Keep a beautiful bouquet in the kitchen or on the dining room table in honor of the Resurrection and a sign of hope in our own resurrection. Science Proves Flowers Make You Happy and Healthy
SERVICE I love the idea of bringing back old-fashioned letter writing. I'm not very good at it, but I know how much I enjoy getting a handwritten note in the mail. So...share you Easter joy by sending handwritten Easter cards throughout the entirety of Eastertide. CatholicPaperGoods - Etsy
Easter Jam Cookies From Kristen Opperman of The Kopper Kitchen. These are so easy and addicting. Enjoy! 3 oz cream cheese 1⁄2 cup butter 1 cup flour 1 cup berry jam of choice powdered sugar Directions Preheat oven to 350 Cream butter and cream cheese. Add flour. Roll out dough to be 1/4" thick and cut into squares. Dollop jam in the middle and fold opposite corners over the jam. Bake for 12-15 min Sprinkle with powdered sugar while still warm. Kristen's Website - Kopper Kitchen
"The time has come for a radical restoration of innocence, through Mary our Mother." ~Sr. Bethany Madonna
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