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Follow my blog with Bloglovin . . Thirteen years ago today, I became a mother. And so began a transformation that continues to this day. That turning from my self toward another. It started before she was even born, really. My months of planning. Reading and rereading of every Bradley childbirth method book. Making a [...]
This isn’t a list of THE ten books you should read, but just ten of the thousands of books you should read. I do not dare suggest that I know everything about literature. But I do know that: 1. My life has been changed by the books I’ve read 2. Most books stores do a [...]
don’t forget my book giveaway! Written by Leila of LMLD’s hubby! {pretty} I recently had the privilege of taking some college portraits of a dear family friend, out on the farm where she’s grown up. It has been a delight for met o watch her become such a beautiful young lady, to be her [...]
. . O Glorious St. Joseph, model of all those who are devoted to labor, obtain for me the grace to work conscientiously, putting the call of duty above my natural inclinations, to work with gratitude and joy, in a spirit of penance for the remission of my sins, considering it an honor to [...]
my recent post over at Austin Catholic New Media: I recently had a conversation with a young friend at a party. Sitting at a table outside, sharing a tray of veggies and dip, I asked her about her plans after graduation. She told me that she wasn’t sure – she was looking at [...]
Our Lord WANTS our families to be strong, holy, healthy and fun! But, in this busy, automated and digitized world, it’s all too easy to lose our cohesiveness as a family. Strong families are families that enjoy each other, spend time together and are aware of the great gift of family that God has given them. Here are a few ideas to help you keep your family strong this year:
keep reading over at Austin Catholic New Media!
And, don’t forget about my GIVEAWAY!!
(updated 11/13/12) I’ve compiled a list of our favorite children’s books. This list is for a true reader. I have not included any little children's books or beginner reader books. There are just so many fabulous books out there, so I stayed in the land that I know well – Children’s … read more...
As my children get older, I find that our family reading time is more and more valuable. Even as my older kids get to that age where they think they're "too big" to listen to a story, I think they enjoy listening to me read even more that my littles do. I'll start a book, even something … read more...
"None of us know when the loveliest hour of our life is striking." "We must carry Jesus in our hearts to wherever He wants to go, and there are many places to which He may never go unless we take Him to them. None of us knows when the loveliest hour of our life is striking. It may … read more...
You’re so smart Lauren! Will you be my friend??? Seriously, love this. Shared it with Kyle. He even had a pilgrimage idea–checking out the painted churches in Texas! He’s smart. I’ll keep him.
can we come with you!!?? Really- we’ve never been and I’d love to go!
yes! we’d love that!