I make no secret of the fact that I’m crazy about my husband. That he’s sweet, hilarious, or that we’re in love. Andrew and I are the best of friends and he’s my favorite person on the face of the earth for a whole SLEW of reasons. … don’t worry, I won’t list them. I don’t think […]
Southern Hospitality: A Must-Have in Every Marriage
I’ve learned a thing or two about Southern hospitality in the 5-and-change years since we moved to Louisiana. While practices vary among families, the general rule is a warm, charming welcome extended to just about everyone. Introductions between ladies are more often begun with hugs over handshakes, and by the end of a first conversation, […]
Go ahead and brag a little…
My husband is just the tops. He’s a patient listener, he’s patient with my off-the-wall emotions, he tells me I’m important, and when it comes to supporting our family and doing good work, you just can’t stop him. This man has integrity enough for the whole world and does what’s right. He’s conveniently tall (can’t […]
“Respect Life” starts inside the Domestic Church
This October marks the 42nd annual Respect Life Month in America, a celebration made every year calling Catholics to “renew their personal commitment to defend human life” (USCCB). The idea itself brings to mind the unborn, those under the death penalty, as well as the dying; and while these people are without a doubt, the […]
When sorrows like sea billows roll
Andrew and I are in way over our heads. Work, kids, house, marriage. Wash, rinse, repeat, repeat. These days, it’s easy to feel like we’re drowning or at least barely treading water. We’re both so on-demand for respective work and family situations that any down time we have quickly turns into TV time which turns […]
The “Someone” is Your Sweetie
Found this little gem on Pinterest the other day… Get excited – tomorrow you get to spend another day together; how sweet that it was a mutual choice.
COMING SOON: Mary of Nazareth
I won’t be missing this one, that’s for sure! Just watching the preview, I’m jazzed for this movie to come out! Do you KNOW how many people will be fortified in faith or maybe even come home to the Church?? Please pray for the success of this awesome effort by Ignatius Press. 25 October 2013 […]
WoW Wednesday: Pro-Life success back home, Strangers under your roof, and the ULTIMATE Words of Wisdom
Some WISDOM for your midweek! Don’t miss these! 1) Report: Abortions drop to a 20-year low in Nebraska – AP Omaha.com The Pro-Life Movement has had all sorts of miraculous progress lately with several of the Planned Parenthood clinics closing in Texas and then I just saw this headline the other day! Great news from […]
Husbands see what wives reveal
This quotation by W. Nigg was said of St. Elizabeth of Hungary, the lady who moves me to constantly return to the idea of simply loving. Loving God, loving Andrew, loving the boys, loving loving loving. Use love as a measuring stick against what you’re thinking and doing and suddenly it’s basic and clear, revealing that […]
WoW Wednesday: Network etiquette how-tos, When you don’t speak the same love language, & Helping your sweetheart convert
1) Networking Etiquette: Small Talk & Mingling Skills by Diane Gottsman at Verily Magazine Networking etiquette is an art. It takes confidence, refinement, skill, and practice to make a pleasant and lasting impression on a new connection or acquaintance. There has to be some sort of fine line between coming off as an Eager Beaver […]
