God's Brat contains a diverse assortment of my writings including my life story. Sister's accounts of her life are truly captivating. While attempting to assist in the editing of her work, I got so caught up in reading her stories and comments on life that I had to go back several times and remind myself of my duty. When this work is done, I will be in line to obtain a copy. Steve Nelson, retired high school English teacher Sister Leahy's writings put a song in our hearts. Her many honest and open expressions are meant for each of us to enjoy. Knowing Sister has added a great dimension of mystery and beauty to my life. Vallie J. Hardy, author of The Vallie of the Rainbow To reflect back on one's life and see the patterns is a grace. Sr. Leahy's reflections, simple and graceful, written as a Franciscan follower, invite us also to see the hand of God in all our lives. The sparse Nebraska prairie in the 1920s and 1930s was the life setting of her family. Sr. Kathryn's artful pen opens to the reader the inner circle of her family, of her life's work, and of things spiritual. Her heart-felt stories of simple faith living will bring delight, many a chuckle, and deeper life reflection. Sr. M. Elizabeth Fuhr, author of No Place to Stay Ever wonder what a Roman Catholic nun's memoir might be like? Sister Kathryn shares her journey with honesty, via a smooth, conversational writing style that captivates and makes for easy reading. Lean prose, that is yet chatty and intimate, transports her reader from heartfelt empathy to laughter and sheer delight, to sobering insights that are thought provoking and deeply spiritual. Catherine Lazers Bauer, author of One Day on Earth: A Third Eye View freelance writer, syndicated columnist & writing instructor