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Continue reading →: Silence is ImportantIt seemed like I never got around to doing too many things. My excuse was “well, things happen.” And sometimes unexpected happenings do sidetrack me. But was that really the problem? When I think about what’s most important in life, I always think about people not things. Things are of…
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Continue reading →: Is It Courage – Or Strength?In light of my post yesterday on vaccine mandates, some comments have caused me to reflect. Comments that expressed concern for our situation or praised our courage in following our convictions. It was the latter that gave me pause. I don’t feel courageous, and doubt that I have what it…
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Continue reading →: It’s An Ill Wind: Vaccine MandatesWinter is usually brief in our area, no matter what the calendar says. We get more rain than snow. Most years the cold doesn’t start until December or January and it’s gone by the end of February. This year it blew in with a vengeance, with below average temperatures. And…
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Continue reading →: Pontius Pilate: A Character SketchAlthough his date of birth is unknown, Pontius Pilate was born Marcus Pontius Pilates to the Pontii clan in central Italy. He was the prefect or governor of Judea during the reign of the Emperor Tiberius. We know little more than that. But much of what we do know comes…
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Continue reading →: Italy’s Land of NarniaWe have great fun asking kids, “Did we ever tell you about the day we went to Narnia?” This question is usually met with wide-eyed amazement. But it’s true! We were in Narnia, right here in Italy! The real Narnia There really is a place called Narnia! A small Italian town…
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Continue reading →: Bringing Christ Back into ChristmasIt starts earlier and earlier every year, the hype and commercialism. Christmas stuff and Halloween gore side by side in the stores. Ads, articles, and movies all working to make us think we’re missing out on the perfect Christmas. The search for the perfect celebration can make Christmas a frenzy…
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Continue reading →: Have Yourself a Merry Little Five-Hand Christmas!“Merry and bright? With all the economic woes, inflation, and instability around us? A bright and merry Christmas seems unlikely this year. In fact, celebrating at all in the midst of it all seems nearly impossible, let alone trying to make it merry and bright! And forget about Christmas gifts!…
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Continue reading →: You Might Be Italian If…Have you ever wondered if you might possibly have Italian roots somewhere in your family? Sometimes you can tell just by your surname. But if you’re not sure, try this fun test to discover if you are Italian, or at least Italian at heart! You just might be Italian if……
Welcome!
I’m Signora Sheila: American born-Italian at heart, I’m a wife, mom, nonna and follower of Jesus. I am passionate about my faith, my family and my simple dolce vita here in Italy, where I’ve been living for 37+ years.
Signora Sheila 