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Thank You, Saint Francis de Sales!
Today, January 24th is the feast day of St. Francis de Sales.
In my first post — First Post, First Blog! — I mentioned this saint. Those who have been following from the beginning may remember that I prayed a Novena to him for guidance, and the fruit of that prayer was this blog.
The Little Flower and One Small Rose
I have to tell you, I’m excited about this blog! I’m truly grateful for all of the support and encouragement I’ve received from family and friends.
This may not seem like a big deal, but it is to me; so thank you!
Now for the explanation of the name. (I know, I know, you’ve been waiting on the edge of your seat for this.)
Once I felt that God was calling me to start a blog, one of my first thoughts was that I needed to choose a name.
I’m a perfectionist, so this sort of task would normally take me a long time to accomplish.
I often don’t feel comfortable with a decision or action unless I feel it’s completed “perfectly” (which I know sounds ridiculous because “perfect” does not exist).
First Post, First Blog!
Thanks for checking out the first post of my first blog!
Those of you who know me well, or have ever received a note or card from me, probably know that I love to write.
Last month, I prayed a novena (I also love novenas) to St. Francis de Sales since he is the patron saint of Catholic writers. I asked him for guidance on how to write to make a living as well as give glory to God…
One Small Rose 