PatchWords

“PatchWords”- is my trilingual blog, where every month you will find a new article written in either Spanish, English, or German. The topics of the blogs will vary depending on the season, the weather, my travelings, and my mood.

It helps me to organize my thoughts and sparkles my creativity.

I chose the word name, PatchWords to tickle your curiosity while sharing valuable content with you, my trusted reader.

Judith (Jdt 6): The Israelites keep invoking God’s help

by Tannia Ortiz-Lopés | Jun 23, 2026 | Home, PatchWords

Excerpt: Blog 5 of the series, “Walking a Mile with Judith” (Jdt 6). Holofernes arrogance and zeal are to accomplish King Nebuchadnezzar’s orders, while refusing to acknowledge the mighty deeds of the God of Israel. Meanwhile, the Israelites keep invoking God’s help!

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Judith (Jdt 5): The Israelites and Holofernes

by Tannia Ortiz-Lopés | May 28, 2026 | Home, PatchWords

Excerpt: Blog 4 of the series, “Walking a Mile with Judith” (Jdt 5). The Israelites and Holofernes: Understanding your Opponent! The blessings of trusting the Lord’s help and protection at all times.

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Judith ((Jdt 4): Faith and Deliverance in Times of Trial

by Tannia Ortiz-Lopés | Apr 13, 2026 | Home, PatchWords

Blog 3 of the series, “Walking a Mile with Judith” (Jdt 4). Faith and Deliverance in Times of Trials -The blessings of fasting, penance, and prayer when invoking God’s help and protection.

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Judith (Jdt 2-3): King Nebuchadnezzar’s Campaign

by Tannia Ortiz-Lopés | Mar 31, 2026 | Home, PatchWords

Blog 2 of the series, “Walking a Mile with Judith” (Jdt 2-3): King Nebuchadnezzar’s Campaign – A study of his victories and revenge against those who opposed his madness! Any similarity with current world events is pure coincidental.

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Judith (Judith 1: 1-16): Divine Providence and Lessons

by Tannia Ortiz-Lopés | Mar 20, 2026 | Home, PatchWords

Welcome to my new series of journaling meditations, “Walking a Mile with Judith.” For the next 16 weeks, we will accompany Judith through her trials and tribulations leading to victory. (Judith 1: 1-16)

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February – The Phases of Love (Series): Exploring the Origins, History, and Relationship of Lent and St. Valentine’s Day

by Tannia Ortiz-Lopés | Feb 25, 2026 | Home, PatchWords

The third and last blog in the Phases of Love Series explores the Origins, History, and Relationship of Lent and St. Valentine’s Day.

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February – The Phases of Love (Series): Carnival History, Traditions, and Mask-Making in Puerto Rico

by Tannia Ortiz-Lopés | Feb 14, 2026 | Home, PatchWords

Carnival in Puerto Rico- its history, traditions, “Vejigantes” mask-making techniques, and renowned artisans. Ponce Carnival, the oldest on the island. Enjoy your journey!

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February – The Phases of Love (Series): What is Love?

by Tannia Ortiz-Lopés | Feb 4, 2026 | Home, PatchWords

February: The Phases of Love Series: What is Love? In the first blog of this series, I share with you, my reader, the different phases of love and its pivotal effects in shaping our lives. It includes definitions from the Bible and great philosophers.

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Light and Darkness (Jan 2026)

by Tannia Ortiz-Lopés | Jan 5, 2026 | Home, PatchWords

A New Year Reflection based on how the concept of light and darkness influences our lives. John 1:5 “The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it.”

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Merry Christmas

by Tannia Ortiz-Lopés | Dec 24, 2025 | Home, PatchWords

Our family wishes y'all a blessed Merry Christmas and a Prosperous Happy New Year- 2026! And talking about family, I promised Joey, the main character of my children's book, that he will be allowed to share two of his blogs where he talks about the true meaning of...

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