Between bathrooms and gorillas, thankfully, other news was happening last month that may just make the history books. One of those less talked about events was that The Supreme Court of the United States made a unanimous decision in favor of the Little Sisters of the Poor. This case challenged Obamacare's contraceptive mandate from religiously affiliated non-profit groups, including the Little … [Read more...] about The Truth About Nuns, Healthcare and America
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Confession: I am NOT an avid reader. I'm actually a very slow reader. So, I rarely have time to read a book . . .but these books I read left a lasting impression. If you are looking for a book about . . . This article contains affiliate links. Thank you for making it possible for me to continue to write! Inspiration and Hope Heaven is For Real - I started reading this book before bed one … [Read more...] about Recommended Reading
Mocha, Mercy and Mondays: Forgiving all injuries
They killed her entire family . . . with machetes. And she forgave them. Yet, I have a difficult time forgiving someone because they "hurt my feelings" on more than one occasion. And it's not just me. I hear it all the time. "I know I should forgive, BUT THIS IS DIFFERENT." And we truly believe we have a right to hold a grudge. That this certain circumstance, whatever it may be, is … [Read more...] about Mocha, Mercy and Mondays: Forgiving all injuries
Dear Beautiful Woman Considering an Abortion
This post contains affiliate links. Please see my About Me page for more details. "Diana" was 17 and in high school. She thought she may have been pregnant, but just to make absolutely sure, she went to Planned Parenthood to find out. She felt like the walls were closing in on her. She sat in the examination room and heard the words she did not want to hear: "Yes, you are pregnant". "Diana" … [Read more...] about Dear Beautiful Woman Considering an Abortion
Happy Saints Works of Mercy eBook Review
As we entered into Holy Week, I started thinking, "I need help with this one." Talking to a three-year-old about Jesus' death and Resurrection is a challenge to say the least. I found myself talking much more about the Easter Bunny than Jesus. And wow . . . that was not what I pictured myself doing before I was a parent. Meanwhile I am finding myself researching The Works of Mercy. In my … [Read more...] about Happy Saints Works of Mercy eBook Review
Prayer, Wine, Chocolate, Easter.
For years my husband and I longed to have children. When holidays came around, our desire for a family intensified. It didn't seem right for two adults to sit around dying Easter eggs. The absence of a child was, well . . .a downer. In our effort to keep our spirits high, my husband and I gave one another Easter baskets. And now, we have a child! And this year, finally . . . he's old enough to … [Read more...] about Prayer, Wine, Chocolate, Easter.