Dear Patti , thanks for sharing this story again. I feel much better now , just was feeling horrible and heartbroken our world minute ago . We have to keep going with hope . You take care . 💌
May our hearts be brave as the Joan of Arc, the patron saint of girls who burn for the truth of it all ❤️🔥 And when it comes, our judgement day, may we be the first who say "I've given all my soul to pray"
So glad you reposted this, Jesse. I’ve learned to listen to my inner voice - it doesn’t betray. Once fears are challenged they never seem to be as great as I had built them up to be. Onward we go.
Thank you for the beautiful note cards. They are just lovely. I can’t wait to send them out.
Wonderful post and insights. My wife and I celebrated Twelfth Night and Joan with a nice dinner and clapped, sang and shivered along the route of the Krewe of Joan in New Orleans to commemorate the start of Carnival on our home town. She’s our unofficial patron saint. They have a colorful medieval themed tableau and even a Joan on horseback this year! We were resolved to celebrate especially despite recent events because that’s how we roll here. As Villon said, you need your bread *and* your violets.
Such an uplifting and inspiring post , thank you Jesse ! I am going to use Joan of Arc ‘s quotes in my paintings because they are so powerful , and give me belief , we can overcome so much that holds us back 🌹🌹🌹.
Thank you so much for this —a beautiful synopsis of Joan’s courageous devotion and her accomplishments. I loved reading this and using the inspirations you added for our new year!
I was named after Joan of Arc (my christened name was Jeanne although I now go by Jill). She was one of my heroes from early on and she's even featured in one of the chapters of my memoir.
Jesse, thank you for this beautifully detailed post. I've been inspired by Joan of Arc since childhood. I have early memories from a picture book history of her dressed for battle on her horse, banner flying, head held high. Now, in my 7th decade of life, I still struggle with the feeling of not being ready when it comes to sharing my writing. You've brought so much to mind with your personal reflections. Fear as a tailwind...YES! If not now, when?! Also a side note of gratitude for your lovely cards! It was such a thoughtful gift, and so lovingly packaged. I've already penned three notes! 💌
I am often shocked by the stories I read about the treatment of women in history, and Joan, who I believe is the patron Saint of France, was such an amazing and courageous warrior besides her visions which gifted her the strength to act.
Her story reminds me of the Pendle Witch trials where many women were charged with heresy and murdered and burned alive for the most ridiculous accusations and supposed crimes.
Joan was so young and her story both remarkable and tragic, thank you for reminding me of her birthday and inspiring me to research her again :).
A beautiful and inspirational post Jesse. The story and life of Joan of Arc is an extraordinary one. An example to us all ! I will hold her in my heart today thanks to your words ! My thanks too for the lovely cards from you that I received in the post yesterday ! A wonderful gift to enjoy and inspire ! Sending love and warm winter wishes from a snowy Scotland! ❄️❤️❄️
In 1973, my brother and I travelled to Paris, taking a week away from high school in Bad Kreuznach, Germany. Notre Dame was on the list of sites to experience. While in the glory of the church, I found myself in an alcove, lit primarily by votive candles on stands, providing a glowing visual of the St. Joan statue. That image has been with me since the age of 15, 53 years ago. When Notre Dame burned, the first thing that came to mind- what became of that alcove, the light, the image of Joan?
Dear Patti , thanks for sharing this story again. I feel much better now , just was feeling horrible and heartbroken our world minute ago . We have to keep going with hope . You take care . 💌
The courage to have a substantial conversation with my abuser on my terms.
May our hearts be brave as the Joan of Arc, the patron saint of girls who burn for the truth of it all ❤️🔥 And when it comes, our judgement day, may we be the first who say "I've given all my soul to pray"
Wonderful post - Happy birthday Joan and Happy New Year 💪💪🙏🙏🙏
So glad you reposted this, Jesse. I’ve learned to listen to my inner voice - it doesn’t betray. Once fears are challenged they never seem to be as great as I had built them up to be. Onward we go.
Thank you for the beautiful note cards. They are just lovely. I can’t wait to send them out.
All aboard the Peace train , thanks from the ❤️🥰 Love from Italy.
Thank you so much for the gift. It just arrived today in Bad Soden-Salmünster, Germany. Made my Day! ♥️🫖
Wonderful post and insights. My wife and I celebrated Twelfth Night and Joan with a nice dinner and clapped, sang and shivered along the route of the Krewe of Joan in New Orleans to commemorate the start of Carnival on our home town. She’s our unofficial patron saint. They have a colorful medieval themed tableau and even a Joan on horseback this year! We were resolved to celebrate especially despite recent events because that’s how we roll here. As Villon said, you need your bread *and* your violets.
Such an uplifting and inspiring post , thank you Jesse ! I am going to use Joan of Arc ‘s quotes in my paintings because they are so powerful , and give me belief , we can overcome so much that holds us back 🌹🌹🌹.
Thank you so much for this —a beautiful synopsis of Joan’s courageous devotion and her accomplishments. I loved reading this and using the inspirations you added for our new year!
Beautiful tribute, thank you Jesse.
I was named after Joan of Arc (my christened name was Jeanne although I now go by Jill). She was one of my heroes from early on and she's even featured in one of the chapters of my memoir.
Jesse, thank you for this beautifully detailed post. I've been inspired by Joan of Arc since childhood. I have early memories from a picture book history of her dressed for battle on her horse, banner flying, head held high. Now, in my 7th decade of life, I still struggle with the feeling of not being ready when it comes to sharing my writing. You've brought so much to mind with your personal reflections. Fear as a tailwind...YES! If not now, when?! Also a side note of gratitude for your lovely cards! It was such a thoughtful gift, and so lovingly packaged. I've already penned three notes! 💌
Hello Jesse and Happy New Year to you.
Thank you for your article about Joan of Arc.
I am often shocked by the stories I read about the treatment of women in history, and Joan, who I believe is the patron Saint of France, was such an amazing and courageous warrior besides her visions which gifted her the strength to act.
Her story reminds me of the Pendle Witch trials where many women were charged with heresy and murdered and burned alive for the most ridiculous accusations and supposed crimes.
Joan was so young and her story both remarkable and tragic, thank you for reminding me of her birthday and inspiring me to research her again :).
A beautiful and inspirational post Jesse. The story and life of Joan of Arc is an extraordinary one. An example to us all ! I will hold her in my heart today thanks to your words ! My thanks too for the lovely cards from you that I received in the post yesterday ! A wonderful gift to enjoy and inspire ! Sending love and warm winter wishes from a snowy Scotland! ❄️❤️❄️
In 1973, my brother and I travelled to Paris, taking a week away from high school in Bad Kreuznach, Germany. Notre Dame was on the list of sites to experience. While in the glory of the church, I found myself in an alcove, lit primarily by votive candles on stands, providing a glowing visual of the St. Joan statue. That image has been with me since the age of 15, 53 years ago. When Notre Dame burned, the first thing that came to mind- what became of that alcove, the light, the image of Joan?