Long Distance Joy Birdie

After we chatted about our favorite literary heroines, we thought it was only fair to share some our favorite literary heroes! Feel free to send us feedback at abby.bird3@gmail.com, we would love any book recommendations!

The books we discussed: 1. “So Big”; 2. “Anne of the Island”; 3. “Little House in the Big Woods”; 4. “The Lord of the Rings”; 5. “Anne of Green Gables”; 6. “The Chronicles of Narnia”. Abby mentioned “10 Ways to Destroy the Imagination of your Child” by Anthony Esolen, highly recommend even if you don’t have children.

We're talking about hospitality as accompaniment and how vulnerability plays an important role. Also we discuss some practical ideas on how to welcome others into our homes and hearts, we recommend a glass of wine helps. 🍷 note: We realized we mixed our St Martins, St Martin of Tours gave his cloak to Jesus! https://mereorthodoxy.com/hospitality-community-entertaining/

We're talking pilgrimages this week after Abby just got back from a trip to the Holy Lands. Lizzy shares moments of grace from Our Lady of Lourdes' role in her life (spoiler: tears, "follow the nuns", and rabbit holes) We also discussed some great resources for spiritual growth: 33 Days to Merciful Love, 33 Days to Morning Glory, and Total Consecration to Mary by St Louis de Montfort. 🥂

Today we dive into vocations and discernment both the single life and marriage. We discuss helpful resources for prayer, interior peace and joy in the challenges that come with our unique callings.

We're discussing Myers Briggs and the 5 Love Languages and how they have helped us understand ourselves and others better. This episode also includes delightful baby sounds and a surprise phone call! More on Myers Briggs: https://www.16personalities.com