Lent

One thing I found valuable about writing all the blogs is reading others' perspectives on the topics in class.       I found it helpful to contemplate the material and then answer prompts about it at a later time.  It gave me more time to contemplate the information and create a thoughtful reflection.  I think this is also true of the other girls in the class.  Reading over their blogs, I realize that we have many of the same views and perspectives.  It is comforting to know that other people share my values and perspectives that are not necessarily those we see in the media every day.  This class has definitely gave me confidence in myself and my values.  I know that I want to graduate college, have a fulfilling career, and start a family.  After this class, I feel more confident to live my life in a way that would put me on the path towards a successful future.  I have more respect for myself after this class and know that I should not settle for anyone because I have the right to be happy.  Confidence in myself and my ideals is the most important thing I am taking from this class because it will help guide me towards my goals.

Holy Saturday is a very important time during which St. Vincent's is quiet.  I think is important to reflect on one's actions during that time.  It is the time historically when people's actions took away Jesus's life, and it is important to reflect and make sure that our actions do not take away others' lives.  I do not mean physically, but by cutting down people's self esteem and gossiping, one can harm others mentally.  In some cases that is worse because it harms people's spirits.  Writing in a journal is a good way for me to reflect.  It helps me recount my days and is my way to pray and thank God for all the blessings I have in my life.