Photo was taken yesterday at Col√°iste Choilm, Ballincollig, Co.Cork (Irl)

Irish teacher Aileen Hennessy from Col√°iste Choilm, working with students Muireann Forde and Claire Cronin on their ipads. Traditionally Sep 1st is always back to school day for thousands of children and young people, many whom are glad to get back to routine again.

Thought on Friday – September – 02/09/2011

‘To say that we are ‘fired up’ by something, means that we are enthusiastic, ready to throw ourselves into a situation or activity with boundless energy and vigour.’ ~Naomi Starkey

When we describe someone as a fiery person, we usually see them in a negative way. It implies that the person is hot tempered, moody and unpredictable. Then when we use the words ‘fired up’ it is normally used in a positive way. We get fired up before a match or something important in our lives. When we use the words ‘fired up’ in connection with God, it is also positive. It means that we are enthusiastic and upbeat in what we believe in. We feel that our faith is helpful, positive and something good in our lives. It fires us up, to help us get through any given day. Our fire may sometimes be weak and barely noticeable, while at other times we have boundless energy and enthusiasm. There is no right or wrong place to be when it comes to faith matters. But anything that gives us hope, energy and positivity can only be a good thing. When it comes to faith matters and what we believe in, can we name in a few words what ‘fires us up’