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Welcome to my blog!

Here, I share my journey of faith and missionary life in Italy. As an aging empty nester with family spread across the world, I explore the challenges of aging, loneliness, and missing loved ones.

At the core of this blog is my love for the “Dolce Vita,” which to me means striving to live a quiet, peaceful life. It’s about being content, loving others, and seeking God in the most ordinary spaces of daily life.

To me, this is the true dolce vita—found in the joy of walking with Jesus. You too can experience this joy. Let’s explore it together!

  • The Days of the Blackbird: An Italian Legend

    January 29, 30, and 31 are generally considered the coldest days of the year here, particularly in northern Italy. These days are also known as the Days of the Blackbird (i Giorni della Merla). This can be traced back to… Continue reading

    The Days of the Blackbird: An Italian Legend
  • Abundant Minimalism

    Even though I strive to be a minimalist, I’d say there’s a problem with minimalism! Because like hoarding, minimalism focuses on possessions – just from a different perspective. It’s not that material possessions are necessarily bad. I mean, who doesn’t like… Continue reading

    Abundant Minimalism
  • God Comes Softly, Building in Silence

    From start to finish, God’s temple was a peculiar building. It was the Lord’s own house, designed by Him and built according to His specifications. King Solomon built this first earthly building for God’s glory, dedicating it totally to His… Continue reading

    God Comes Softly, Building in Silence

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