Paula Veloso Babadi – Catholic Writers Guild

About Paula Veloso Babadi

Recently retired from healthcare and eager to grow in the craft. Developing an "Everywhere...." book series.

Entries by Paula Veloso Babadi

Waterfall Renew

January 11, 2026/0 Comments/in Uncategorized/by Paula Veloso Babadi

Paula Veloso Babadi considers her word for the new year: replenish.

Generations and Journeys: A Lesson in Resolve and Encouragement

December 14, 2025/0 Comments/in Uncategorized/by Paula Veloso Babadi

Paula Veloso Babadi considers how a recent hiking escapade brought home the value and joy of journeying with family support.

Shattered Rocks on Solid Ground

November 21, 2025/0 Comments/in Beauty, Creation, Faith, Nature, Thanksgiving, Uncategorized/by Paula Veloso Babadi

While hiking the North Ridge Trail on Cadillac Mountain at Acadia National Park, my daughter and I paused on a rock mound, breathing in the chill wind and the vibrant red, yellow, and green hues of Autumn. As we sat, Sheila commented on the solid, secure sensation emanating upward from the mountain depths. Peace flooded […]

When I Behold Your Heavens: Hope

October 18, 2025/0 Comments/in Fellowship, Inspirational, Poetry/by Paula Veloso Babadi

Paula Veloso Babadi extends long-overdue thanks to retired Bishop Felipe J. Estevez, S.T.D., for his encouragement and impact on her writing and diocesan life.

Making Peace with the Sea Oats

September 14, 2025/0 Comments/in Family Life, Love, Poetry/by Paula Veloso Babadi

Paula Veloso Babadi reminisces about part of her youth and letting go while still holding on to what’s important.

Broken Shells

August 10, 2025/0 Comments/in Faith, Hope, Poetry/by Paula Veloso Babadi

Paula Veloso Babadi considers God’s healing gifts of sun and sea.

Window Glimpses

July 13, 2025/0 Comments/in Devotionals, Faith, Spiritual Life/by Paula Veloso Babadi

Paula honors a writing mentor who helped her develop a deeper appreciation for nature and dare to share her light.

Accepting Onions

June 8, 2025/0 Comments/in Community, Family Life, Fellowship, Uncategorized/by Paula Veloso Babadi

Paula applies the dichotomy of onions to a real-life relationship.

That I Could Imitate the Weed

May 11, 2025/0 Comments/in Blogging, Devotionals/by Paula Veloso Babadi

Paula Veloso Babadi considers the gift that is the “lowly” weed.

Balancing in Thin Air

March 9, 2025/0 Comments/in Devotionals, Poetry, Spiritual Life/by Paula Veloso Babadi

Balance is a tricky thing. When you have it, you may take it for granted, but when you lose it, life becomes dizzying. Paula Veloso Babadi recalls her father’s answer to this dilemma, found in the Gospel according to Matthew.