"The Lord delights in every little step you take." Saint Francis de Sales This post contains affiliate links. Please see my About Me page for more info! There have been years where Lent has come and gone, and I had not made any extra effort to grow closer to God or make small sacrifices to strengthen my soul. I think I felt intimidated. I didn't want to fail, so therefore, I did … [Read more...] about 39 Ways to Keep Lent Holy (without giving up sweets)
Pairing Wine with Chocolate! [Free Printable]
Hosting a game night? Getting together with friends for a book club meeting? Finally started that Rosary group? In charge of "games" at yet another shower? Some links are affiliate links. Here is a fun way to entertain using two things you normally serve when you have company: wine and sweets! In the past few years, I have learned from wine tasting and research, that certain wines pair best … [Read more...] about Pairing Wine with Chocolate! [Free Printable]
Why Prayer Journal?
When I was very young, I wrote in a diary. Later, I found that book and read it. Memories that had long faded away were brought to the surface because I had written them down. It was interesting to see what I had worried about, what I thought was most important, and what brought me happiness when I was 11 years old and writing in a puffy covered Cabbage Patch kid diary. (This post contains … [Read more...] about Why Prayer Journal?
Ten Books I Should Have Read By Now
Ok, so maybe I shouldn't have read all ten by now . . . but I should be reading a book much more often. I am thinking one good act for Lent would be to put my phone down more and instead, pick up a book. Here is a list of books I plan on picking up! The Rosary: The Prayer That Saved My Life I remember being young and my father making us pray it. I have to admit, I didn't want to come inside … [Read more...] about Ten Books I Should Have Read By Now
Dear Couple Considering Adoption,
This post contains affiliate or associate links with several businesses (which means if you shop through the links, I earn a small commission). As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Quite often, I get an email, message or phone call from someone who is considering adoption. Since my husband and I have been through the process once, we do have some insight and advice. Here … [Read more...] about Dear Couple Considering Adoption,
7 Ways to Start a Pre-School Prayer Journal
This post contains affiliate or associate links with several businesses (which means if you shop through the links, I earn a small commission). As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. My little boy needs fine-motor skills practice. I would love to someday be able to sit down with him and say "lets journal together" . . . and then have 15 minutes where we sit together and write in … [Read more...] about 7 Ways to Start a Pre-School Prayer Journal
