In the weeks leading up to Charlie’s arrival, I physically craved seeing him. I felt his bops and kicks, and even saw him move around in there sometimes, but I so desperately wanted to see his face. We only had one sonogram during my pregnancy, and those ten minutes of barely blinking as I started […]

Popping in with September goals a little late so I could share ideas for celebrating September feast days right at the beginning of the month! Dave and I just bought a big dry-erase calendar for our shared office, and as we filled it out, we both agreed, September is going to FLY by. A few […]

I was so excited that so many of you enjoyed my post last month on simple ways to celebrate August feast days! I lost count of how many requests I received to make it a monthly column, but yes, thanks to such an encouraging response, that is absolutely my goal. Writing these posts takes a […]

While reading about Edith Stein last month before her feast day, I came across this quote: “The first hour of your morning belongs to God. Tackle the day’s work that he charges you with, and he will give you the power to accomplish it.” How I make time for prayer as a busy mom was […]

My niece left home for college this morning, and keeping up with her over the summer as she prepared for this sweet new adventure has brought back so many memories of when I was in her shoes. It seems like just yesterday that my mom and I were crying and hugging goodbye in my freshman […]

Before we jump into the August liturgical calendar, I have some fun news! My friend Claire interviewed me for The Catholic Feminist podcast last week, and the episode goes live today!! I’ve been a loyal listener since episode #1 and was so honored when she invited me on to the show. Fittingly for this post, […]

July was one of the fuller months we’ve had this year. We were traveling for a week, and have also spent some great quality time with friends, Charlie wrapped up his summer swimming lessons, and Dave continues to plug away at his studying…but the light at the end of the tunnel is in sight! I […]

A few months ago, I shared my inspiration for some updates in Charlie’s nursery, and I’m excited to share a few photos of the room today! I suppose this could be considered his “big boy room” design, since I don’t anticipate changing much as he continues to grow, other than converting his crib to a […]