I once transformed a marble copybook into a prayer journal. Writing in it helped me: pay closer attention during prayer, relieve stress, express some creativity, and document my feelings and thoughts. One of my goals this month is to really get back into keeping a prayer journal. I long to enjoy this "me time" and prayer time. Perhaps even with a glass of wine . . . There are … [Read more...] about 8 Ways to Pray Using a Journal
Summer Shrine Schedule 2016
Do you have a bucket list? Italy is on mine - way ahead of anything else! I daydream of vacationing in Tuscany: renting a villa, drinking wine overlooking the Italian countryside, and walking the roads that St. Francis and St. Clare walked. To me, it would be the perfect vacation that would allow me to experience my faith in a way I never have; it would also allow me to enjoy wine in a place … [Read more...] about Summer Shrine Schedule 2016
A Book, a Bucket, and A Ball: All I needed to get Summer Rolling!
What am I going to do with this very active child all summer? I was asking myself just that question when I was presented the opportunity to review (affiliate link) KIDFUN: 400 Fun and Easy Ideas for Kids Ages 2 to 8. Hope Horwitz sent me Sharla Felscher's ebook in the hopes that I would share it with you. I'm happy to tell you it has provided a rolling start to a very fun summer ahead! As a … [Read more...] about A Book, a Bucket, and A Ball: All I needed to get Summer Rolling!
The Truth About Nuns, Healthcare and America
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
Dear Beautiful Woman Considering Adoption
As I am sure you know, sometimes life throws unexpected curves and unplanned challenges. We know you are facing one of life’s unexpected challenges. Please do not give up hope. For Matt and I, we both faced many challenges before we met. One was the challenge of wondering: will we ever find someone to share our life with? Then we found one another, and were eager to start a family right … [Read more...] about Dear Beautiful Woman Considering Adoption
The “Prayer, Wine, Chocolate” Wine Rack {“How-to” Guide}
I once prayed a St. Joseph novena for my husband. My intention was that he obtain a job that he loved. St. Joseph interceded, and the Lord gave my husband the career he always wanted. And as an added message of love, my husband developed a love of carpentry and woodworking. My husband, Matt, finds such peace in doing these projects that he never before attempted. I believe St. Joseph had a … [Read more...] about The “Prayer, Wine, Chocolate” Wine Rack {“How-to” Guide}
