My Kids: The Purest and Most Hectic Love I’ve Ever Known
As I write this, the girl and the boy are both pretending to nap (so am I – myself on the couch …
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Sacramental Party Faux Pas and Crashers
One thing I’ve always loved about being Catholic is how much the Church likes loves to par-tay! I think it’s awesome that …
To Veil or Not to Veil: That is the Question
I’ve met some awesome Catholic families who wear veils during mass. I’ve met some awesome Catholic families who don’t. Mine doesn’t, but …
The Day I Met a “Woman Priest” on the Sidewalk
You may or may not be familiar with the Woman Priest movement or the Woman’s Ordination Conference. I still don’t understand the …
Before I was a Pro-lifer, I was a Judgmental Pro-Choicer
I’m looking forward to upcoming the Lenten 40 days for life campaign. Just saying so is really a miracle. I was not …
Phrases That I Hope Go Unmentioned at My Funeral
No, no, I’m not planning on dying anytime soon. However, another birthday is just around the corner for me. So…tick, tick, tick. …
Why is the Generation of “Tolerance” so Complacent to Religious Persecution?
If you are following current events, especially those involving Hobby Lobby and the lack of public outcry over the injustice of their …
To My Daughter, I Hope I Can Still Hold Your Hand at 18 (And You Will Still Hold Mine at 80)
Author’s note: I wrote this post before the Sandy Hook Elementary School tragedy. It has taken on a new sentimental significance since …
Regretting your Marriage Doesn’t Mean it was a Mistake
Right now, like millions of other married couples, you may be suffering in what you consider to be a tough marriage. First, …
Confessions of a Mom Standing in Line for Confession
Phew, I made it, Lord! Well, …we made it didn’t we? Me, my four year old, my two year old, and every …
How to Respond to Mean Moms
The other day, during a catechism evening at the parish where I assist, I met her. She is a Catholic mom, who …
