{bits & pieces}

The weekly “little of this, little of that” feature here at Like Mother, Like Daughter!

Hmm… has there not been a post since the last {b&p}?

There are so many things I want to be posting about these days. Like that chick from Julie & Julia, “I have thoughts.” I mean, all of us do. (Mom has already explained how she’s taking more time to work on her book, so at least you know you’ll be hearing lots more from her eventually.) But man is it hard to get the time to write a blog post, huh?

Especially since – and I’m so, so happy to say it – I’ve been keeping busy with artwork recently. You know I’ve been working on prioritizing art for a while; sharing my website (and quitting my part-time, from-home, online, neglected job) was a big push towards making this even more of a priority.

Keeping it real for ya: this is a non-staged, non-tidied view of “the other end” of my kitchen table/home work space (that is to say, the end opposite where we eat; that side is generally clear of clutter):

Now to figure out how to get a little writing time in, as well…

This week’s links:

Some anniversaries, observed:

15 Years After O, Brother, taking a look at that movie’s influence on bluegrass. I know that watching that movie and owning that soundtrack had a big impact on our family!


On the occasion of James’ Herriot’s (would be) 100th birthday, noting his influence on the vet profession.

Politics:

Is it ethical to vote? Or to choose not to? Some considerations: Catholic Voters and the Ethical Strategy of Abstention

Religion:

Are you connected with the 40 Days for Life Campaign near you?

Miscellaneous:

This is a remarkable story (if in need of some editing) about a Very Humble Medal of Honor Recipient.

From the Archives:

 

Ask Auntie Leila: Some Homeschooling Talk — in which she covers many topics; so open this up when you’re ready to browse through and pick up on some reading recommendations.

 

In the Liturgical Year:

It’s Oct 1 already! Which means it’s the feast of St. Therese of the Little Flower! Happy Feast Day!

 

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