#grace-for-sale

[howlsnteeth]

hoof beats go trotting, trotting up to heaven, bold

[cosmiclion]

MY SCRUNKLY LITTLE MEOW MEOW LOOK AT HERRRRRR

I did post about my Cheshire Grell plush a while ago but she didn't have her Ciel in Wonderland outfil and I just wanted to show everyone how it's going, I finished this ages ago but she still doesn't have her gloves, socks and shoes and I can't find any good materials to make them (I AM determined to find actual pink striped socks to cut them down 😤). Also I need a better way to shape her bangs bc I'm not 100% happy with how they turned out vbnhfg. Anyway I'd die and kill for her... she's my cutiepie, my floofy kitty wife, my babygirl...

(Also in case anyone's wondering, no I don't sell plushies, make plushie commissions, etc. At least not for now).

[momentsbeforemass]

How things ought to be

“Is it a sin to…?”

That’s how he started. That’s how he always starts. And he always asks about the same thing. Every time.

So, I pointed out the obvious, “You always ask about that.”

I could tell from his expression that what I said hit a lot harder than I meant for it to, “I know. Does that mean that I’m stuck? That it’s never going to get better?”

I answered, “No. It means that you’re down to the real problem. And it means that you're in good company.”

We talked about St. Paul, about his real problem. The one he tried to pray away. The one that wouldn’t go away. Paul called it his “thorn in the flesh.”

I told him that I’ve been wrestling with my real problem for years. That my confessor gets to hear the same **** thing from me. Every time.

When it doesn’t go away – and eventually, there will be something that doesn’t go away.

When it doesn’t go away – you and I have two choices.

We can let it consume us – either by letting it become our focus (or by ignoring it until it becomes to great to ignore) so that it can pull us away from God.

Or we can follow St. Paul’s example. Using the insight that God gave him into his (and our) human nature,

God said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for power is made perfect in weakness.” I will rather boast most gladly of my weakness, in order that the power of Christ may dwell in me. – 2 Corinthians 12:9).

That is, get over ourselves and our ideas about how things ought to be. So that we can use what would pull us away from God to call us back to God.

The thing to know is that getting to that place – where we can use what would pull us away from God to call us back to God – is a process.

One that cannot be done without God’s grace. One that’s often the work of years.

Which means there will be a lot of false starts – especially when we try to do it on our own (don’t ask me why I know this).

A lot of time where it feels like nothing is happening. And the need for a lot of do overs. Which can be frustrating if we’re not careful.

Which is why what St. Francis de Sales (today’s saint and someone who wrestled with his real problem for years) tells us about how to do it is absolutely critical,

“Do not lose courage in considering your own imperfections, but instantly set about remedying them—every day begin the task anew. Have patience with all things, but chiefly have patience with yourself.”

Today’s Readings

[elenadoeslife]

Nothing as humbling as putting on old clothes and have one of the buttons popping off 😂

[artrantia]

Tales of series Acrylic Charms

Having a big sale on etsy for all merch this weekend! In addition, use code GET5 to get 5USD off your total when you hit a minimum of 25USD (Only for US, UK and Canada residents)!

Link to Etsy

[amanitaknowsbest]

Uhhhhhhh

Hmmmmmm

Ah ha, yeaaaah

[zukkaoru]

💞 her heart is fit for home 💞

Rachel grins at her, and Reyna can’t suppress the small smile that worms its way onto her face. Rachel has a way of softening Reyna’s heart and making the sun shine over her even in the middle of the night. Perhaps it’s a blessing from Apollo that comes with being the Oracle, or perhaps it’s simply who Rachel is. Regardless, Reyna is grateful for it. Rachel reaches over, taking one of Reyna’s hands in hers. Reyna has never been a fan of physical contact, but Rachel’s touch is comforting. She runs her thumb over Reyna’s knuckles, and Reyna wants to sink into this feeling of being wanted and loved and live there forever. “If you want to talk, I’ll listen. It might help.”

or: rachel comforts reyna after she's awoken by nightmares

💞 reychel qpr || 2.2k words 💞 written for @campsapphozine, leftover sales open october 7!! 💞 be sure to check out @oranglesswrld's incredible spot art that goes with this fic!!

[akkivee]

PASTA PESCATORE FOR THE BABY BRO!!!!!!!!!!!!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY SABURO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[aricastmblr]

ELLE_KOREA X 11:41 p. m. · 9 oct. 2023

#ELLEcoverstar #방탄소년단 #지민 @BTS_twt

#BTS #JIMIN 여전히 정말 더 잘하고 싶은 마음으로 가득한 지민, 엘르와의 첫 번째 조우.

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Jimin of BTS. (fotos s/letras) JiminXTiffanyAndCo

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Jimin of BTS graced the cover of ELLE Korea's 31st anniversary issue.

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ellekorea ig sale j.m (1)

#ELLEcoverstar#Jimin#Tiffany#제작비지원

"멤버들과 같이 있으면 그 어느 때보다 편안한 기분을 느껴요. 정말 뭐라고 설명하기 어려운 감정이죠“

31주년을 맞이한 #엘르11월호 커버스타는 #방탄소년단( #BTS ) 지민입니다. 항상 진심을 전하고자 노력하고 더 나아지려는 마음으로 가득한 # 지민. 지민의 진심만큼 빛나는 순간을 담았습니다. @tiffanyandco

deputy editor-in-chief 방호광 features editor 이마루 photographer 박종하 stylist 김영진 hair stylist 한솜 makeup artist 김다름 set stylist 권도형 art designer 이소정 assistant 김민숙

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He's finally here! Jimin of BTS graced the cover of ELLE Korea's 31st anniversary issue. Stay tuned for more photoshoots, interviews and videos of #JIMIN

#TiffanyAndCo#티파니앤코#TiffanyLock#TiffanyHighJewelry

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ellekorea ig sale j.m (2)

"첫 무대 때 방송 카메라 옆 서있던 한 줄의 팬들이 기억 나요. 우리를 알고 찾아와서 응원해 주는, 그분들을 위해서 최선을 다해 무대를 했던 기억도" https://www.instagram.com/p/CyM9LqlhuES/

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ellekorea ig sale j.m (3)

"혼자서 많은 일들을 해보며 제가 얼마나 부끄러움을 많이 타는 성격인지 알게 됐어요. 앞으로 더 성장하기 위해 해야할 일이 얼마나 많은지도" https://www.instagram.com/p/CyM9XzLh0jC/

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Entrevista a Park Jimin (@BTS_twt) ¡El momento deslumbrante de Jimin! Decoración de portada del número de noviembre de Elle El primer encuentro de Jimin con Elle, quien todavía está llena de deseos de hacerlo mejor.

https://www.elle.co.kr/article/81237

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[srotd]

that's how a carnival grows, my son

that's how a carnival grows

[sammydem0n64]

I need to study but I keep getting hit with oc visions. Crimson we are really in it now

[ceruleancraftshop]

Percy Jackson- Cabin 3 Handmade Friendship Bracelets || Wave and Chevron 🌊💙🔱

Price: £5.49 each or £10.49 for both

Have you been claimed by Poseidon and need a beautifully handcrafted accessory to match? Are you a fan of the famous demigod Percy Jackson and need a bracelet to show your adoration?

If so then this set of bracelets may be just what you need.

The set of two bracelets includes a blue wave design as well as a shiny metallic and blue chevron. Or you can buy these bracelets separately!

For all your adventures through Poseidon's realm, these bracelets can get wet as they are made of cotton, however be careful, as chlorine can cause colour fade over time.

Both bracelets are adjustable and easy to put on and wear.

~These are sold in my Etsy, which is linked in my bio.~

[thatone-churro]

see my dad has always said “if you don’t tell me what you want for your birthday/christmas, you’re just going to get gift cards” but like. as a threat. but as someone who actually does have a handful of video games she wants (but has always felt guilty asking for them), buying them myself with money as the gift instead is actually like the perfect solution and i don’t think he realizes that.

[notadwarf-planet]

I came up with a fire ass fic idea at like 12 am about a week ago and I am yet to remember the details

[meeks-just-wants-to-scroll]

The temptation to make a Ryland Grace cosplay is strong.

[melsie-sims]

The Everett-Sale quadruplets as babies, toddlers, children and now teenagers!