A joy of motherhood (that surprised me)
Why is it so hard to actually like kids? And who knew that having them would change my mind?
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Finding Consolation with Mary
Our Lady of Consolation reminds me that there’s comfort, even in the parts of life you don’t “win,” in the pain and suffering, in the knowledge of the prize I seek.
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Mary, Refuge of Sinners
Mary, in her title as Refuge of Sinners, reminds me of a childhood hideout I had…and points me to the graces God has for me.
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Born on Mary’s Feast
Being born on the feast of Mary, Mother of God is no small thing. This is the story of how my daughter was born on Mary’s feast day.
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Praying Like I Mean It
I don’t remember when I became such a fan of bearded men, but I think it has something to do...
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Making Disciples: Easier Said than Done
This summer, I’ve had discipleship on my mind. And I know just who to blame. First, I blame...
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Finding Myself in His Sacred Heart
A Mary Moment Monday post When the boyfriend who would become my husband told me he couldn’t...
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Trusting God with My Dirt
Spring is well underway–with all its gusty unpredictability, and I’m left with a lot...
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I *LOVE* Catholic guilt. Here’s why.
Remember how I shared a quote on guilt a week or so ago from my Lenten reading? Well, here’s...
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Accepting the Grace of Confession
Why, oh why, do I procrastinate on the most important things, things like confession? It’s...
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Mary at the Manger
A local farm near us does a reenactment of the Christmas Story every year, loading folks up on...
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Becoming “that” mom
I was minding my own business, really, talking to a mom friend and pushing my toddler on the...
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