Monthly Archives: February 2023

The Lenten Jouney Ends At the Cross

Posted on February 25, 2023 by Alan A. Malizia: Contagious Optimism! Co-Author

Originally posted on CROSSROADS-Right Choices:
Unlike we, Christ came into the world not to live, but to die.  For 30 years He obeyed in being raised, nurtured and educated through His parents; Mary and foster father, Joseph.  For 3 years…

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Fat Tuesday

Posted on February 21, 2023 by Alan A. Malizia: Contagious Optimism! Co-Author

This week much of the Christian world observes Ash Wednesday, the start of the 40-day Lenten season that presages Easter’s 50 days of feasting and celebration. Just three years after Western governments enacted unprecedented persecution by forbidding Christians from worship … Continue reading →

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A Saint Valentine’s Day Story

Posted on February 14, 2023 by Alan A. Malizia: Contagious Optimism! Co-Author

Originally posted on CROSSROADS-Right Choices:
“The way to love anything is to realize that it might be lost.” – G.K. Chesterton The Cardinal is one of the most popular birds. It is the official bird of as many as seven…

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The Bus Stop

Posted on February 7, 2023 by Alan A. Malizia: Contagious Optimism! Co-Author

An old man was on his way to a doctor’s appointment and was in a hurry since his got a late start. Bill, 70 years old, retired from his job four years ago. While driving he was complaining about the … Continue reading →

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