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For us Catholic folks, Christmas celebrations continue, all the way up through early January. Today, we celebrate the Solemnity of Mary, on the eighth day of Christmas. It’s an excellent way to start off the New Year, commemorating the motherhood of Mary and reflecting on her role. Luke 2:19 But Mary kept all these things, […]
I’ve been a girl mom for years, so shopping for girls comes very easy for me. This list will be geared toward preschool/kindergarten aged girls – somewhere in the four to six year old range. Many of these gifts may work for boys as well. 1. Puzzles I bought Rachel puzzles when she was little, […]
We’re just days away from Advent, one of my favorite times of the year. I struggle with the hustle and bustle of holiday affairs, while trying to embrace a season of waiting for Christ within our Church. It’s hard for me to be still and contemplate the miracle of the Christ Child, admist the dozens […]
Romans 8:18 I consider that our present sufferings are not worth comparing with the glory that will be revealed in us. I’m one of those crazy women who really do love being pregnant. I feel blessed with a precious gift, and excited about the changes in my life. I feel great …. until week […]
Luke 23:42-43 And he was saying, “Jesus, remember me when You come into Your kingdom! And He said to him, “Truly I say to you, today you shall be with me in Paradise.” I’ve been ‘officially’ Catholic for about 17 years now. I’ve been to plenty of baptisms, some weddings, but never a funeral. Not […]