Musings of Laura Bock

Saint Rita: A Return of Spirituality

September 8, 2013April 8, 2019 Laura BockCatholic Saints, Italy, Relationships, Rome, Saint Rita, spirituality, travel0 comment

During March 2011, I spent two wondrous weeks on a solo trip to Italy. I stayed in a quaint hotel located inside this little Italian woman’s home in the heart of Rome, moments away from the Trevi Fountain and Piazza Barberini. Rome is a city rich in religion and faith; in fact, if you can quiet your mind from all the hustle and bustle of this popular tourist destination in Europe, I’m sure you can hear the voice of God. Amid the ancient ruins, tons of…

Now on elephant journal!

August 27, 2013September 9, 2013 Laura Bockadoption, birth mother, decisions, elephant journal, love, open adoption, pregnant, teen pregnancy0 comment

My adoption story has been posted on elephant journal! Please take a moment and check them out. elephant journal is a great online magazine dedicated to the mindful life. They offer a free weekly newsletter sent right to your email and if you want to read more than 2 articles a day (which I’m sure you will!) their subscription rate is incredible as well (less than $1/month!) ENJOY!

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Halloween Magic

October 5, 2012May 4, 2022 Laura Bockdysfunctional family, halloween, mom-ster0 comment

Halloween has always been my favorite holiday since I was a child. I loved browsing through the Halloween section of costumes and decor.