“Curiosity and Mystery”
This month many celebrate events of Holy Week and Easter which are some of the biggest mysteries of all time.
In my first book, “God is in the Odd…”, I had questions, because the religious rules didn’t make sense, nor did people’s criteria for what was acceptable to God. One of the best compliments I received about my book was from a Catholic priest who applauded and found joy from my questions and seeking God outside of Catholicism. I was stunned, because I assumed and worried for decades that going outside of the Catholic Church would get me excommunicated. DECADES of worry for nothing. Thankfully, I’ve learned that questions and seeking are a part of the transformative process of faith and our relationship with the Holy Creator.
In my next book I am more curious about what makes people genuinely joyful. I am in the throws of wonder as I explore various hobbies and the why behind the way people spend their spare time. I remain focused on the human soul and finding activities that garner genuine happiness without regard for religion, gender, nationality, talents, abilities, social, economic, and political status.
I encourage you to be deliberate with your time this month and be curious about the mysteries of this world, with people and places, and beyond. A great movie that blends these two themes is a new release starring Ryan Gosling, “Project Hail Mary.” Check it out, enjoy a bowl of buttered popcorn and dark chocolate Sno Caps, and be taken away by the mystery of friendship.
