I am giving up all sweets. However, this isn't a ploy to "try to lose weight" or anything like that... I don't eat that much of it, but it is something that is enjoyable enough that would help me to be reminded of penitence I think.
I am, and have been for the past year, undergoing a lot of stress and struggle - I'll be fasting but that's truly all I can manage this year. Which is a good thing. Blessings to you all, and may it be a miserable Lent!
Abstinence from meat at least twice a week +Limited time on social media+ taking up personal study + joining one of the lent groups from my parish.
My dearly beloved Anne, please remember that you're absolutely excused from fasting if in poor health
Aidan, bless you and thank you! I'm perfectly alright physically. My dad abandoned my family twelve months ago, we have since been in extreme financial difficulties and heartbreak. I have no extended relations so it's been very difficult to help my mom and younger siblings. We will make it through. It's just very, very hard.
Dear Anne, I will remember you in my prayers and I beg the same of you. Have you made your vicar aware of the situation? Perhaps the congregation can help you
Aidan, thank you! I'm remembering you. Yes, my entire congregation knows and they are a wonderful help! Pray that the divorce is finalized as soon as possible and that my mother receives her fair portion - the anxiety is sometimes overwhelming (I wish I were a wealthy lawyer...) but I believe we will be alright someday soon.
Andy, thank you. It's very weird still for me to talk about it, but I'm glad I spoke up. Thank you again.