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Every Catholic mom I meet I ask the same question: What is your biggest struggle as a mom? Answers range from patience to teaching the faith, but more than anything else I hear answers like this one from a mom named Ashley: “My biggest struggle as a mom is finding a way to pray.  I […]

Catholic, Faith, Motherhood

July 23, 2017

Prayer Life as an At-Home Parent

  Well, it was bound to happen at some point. In episode 010 of the podcast, I cry for what I’m sure will be the first of many times. I’m a crier, after all.   And the most awkward part?   I don’t have a guest on. Yup, it’s just me, talking and tearing up. […]

Catholic, Faith, Podcast

July 11, 2017

J1ST 010 On Saying the Hard Words

Friends, This weekend both my husband and I found ourselves in a funk, as I’m sure many of you found yourselves.   The news of such hate in Orlando struck such a terrible cord.   I feel like we all took a collective sigh of “again?” As the days pass I feel like we are […]

Adult Projects, embroidery, Faith

June 15, 2016

FREE Pope Francis Cross Stitch Pattern

Never do I feel like more of a billboard for life choices than when I’m nearly full-term pregnant.   What was cute a few months ago has become a spectacle.   I can’t fit places or bend easily.   Mostly I’m just huffing and puffing around these days.   Add in 3 other kids I’m […]

Faith, Motherhood

April 20, 2016

On Being Pro-Life and Hugely Pregnant