Signora Sheila

Where faith meets la dolce vita

I’m Finally Back!

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1–2 minutes

I’m back and I’ve missed you all, so welcome back to my blog! I’ve been on sick leave from here because of the major surgery I underwent. I’m still struggling to write, not only because it’s hard to get back into the habit of writing. But because it’s hard for…
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Struggles & Thinking on My Favorite Things [Video]

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3–4 minutes

Some readers may have noticed that I’ve been struggling to write recently. This is partly because I haven’t been feeling well and have been trying to take care of many household tasks before hospitalization. I’ve also been wondering about the usefulness of blogging. So, all things considered, I took a…
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What Women Don’t Talk About, But Should

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3–4 minutes

Well, I’m back from my longer than planned health break and am doing therapy and rehab for my pelvic floor, which thankfully is working. It looks like I should be able to avoid surgery! I’ve learned a lot from this experience and I’m grateful for it. First of all (and…
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Old Age Isn’t For Wimps

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3–5 minutes

We never expect bad things to happen. We know they do, but tend to think they won’t happen to us. I didn’t expect my first pregnancy to end in a miscarriage. I didn’t expect my husband to have a near-fatal chainsaw accident or me to fall down the stairs. Or…
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Ten Chapters a Day Bible Reading Plan

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2–3 minutes

After years of failing to complete Bible reading plans, I tried some of the literature-style reading charts out there. A great improvement, but something was still missing. They had me gorging some days and snacking others. They just didn’t have a consistent feel to them. Then I came across Tim Challie’s…
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Italy’s Pinocchio Park [Video]

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3–5 minutes

The enchanting story of Pinocchio, written in 1881 by Carlo Lorenzini Collodi, is an Italian children’s classic that is still loved today. Not only in Italy, but all over the world! And since February 23rd is Pinocchio Day, I thought it would be a good time to introduce you to…
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Benvenuto,
I’m Signora Sheila!

Welcome to my blog and my corner of Italy, dedicated to all things slow, real, and lasting. Here, I invite you to join me in slowing down, living with purpose, and rediscovering the things that really matter.