Several years ago, I found an worn, old piece of paper folded up in the bottom of a box. Dirty and yellowed with age, it was a photo copy of some unknown book and read at the top, “Chapter 13: … Continue reading
“To Avoid Purgatory, Do As Follows”
WoW Wednesday: The Papal Edition
I could make a whole litany of qualities I just love about Pope Francis – his obvious humility, his solidarity with the poor, his outspokenness and presence are already making his new papacy a memorable one. Because His Holiness makes … Continue reading
4 Ways to Combat Laziness & Get More Done (don’t worry, they’re easy)
It’s summertime! The perfect time to get it done or maybe just watch weeks of reality TV. My list of To Dos (and pack of small boys) rule the day, but I tell you what! the temptation to let it … Continue reading
You should call your parents
During my day, my kiddos are my world. Our activities revolve around their schedules and we do all sorts of ridiculous things around the house, like running laps around the 8 ft. circle rug in the living room while listening … Continue reading
The Lady on His Arm (or How to Love a Busy Husband)
Andrew and I work. He has a paid career and I’m an at-home wife/mother. Ideally we’d be independently wealthy with no job demands so we could spend all sorts of time together, but for now we’re chained to the daily … Continue reading
The Tight-Knit Family Speaks the 5 Love Languages
I’m relatively new to parenting, but despite the green tint to my view, it’s clear that if I’m going to be any good at it, I need to learn what makes my kids tick. What do they like doing? What … Continue reading
WoW Wednesday: Bikinis, the Brilliant Ages, & Kids in Mass
1) The Bikini Question by Rachel Clark | Made in His Image Summertime! Flip flops, tank tops, bike rides to pool side – this season is hands-down my favorite. Sure it’s sweltering, but the general sensation of summer is one … Continue reading
Thank God for their humble service
O beautiful for heroes proved In liberating strife. Who more than self their country loved And mercy more than life! America! America! May God thy gold refine Till all success be nobleness And every gain divine!
Entrusted with His Soul
Andrew proposed to me in front of the Pieta statue at St. Benedict’s in Atchison, KS. Both of us kneeling in prayer, he looked at me and said, “I love you with my entire heart. I entrust you with my … Continue reading
WoW Wednesday: Words from a New Deacon, Fallen Away Adult Children, Staying on the Sunny Side, and Potty Training
Sum sum summertime! It’s amazing what a big ol’ dollop of free time does for me. What a rush! Already we’ve ripped out dead bushes from our front yard, had new windows installed (to replace the original, 60+ year-old shards … Continue reading
