It is quite a lengthy list, all of the ideals and virtues I want to instill in my kids.   But pretty near the top of that list is the ability to work. I want my kids to be hard workers, no matter the task, and I want them to learn that, among other things, […]

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Motherhood

Creating a Family That Works Together

I said it. Both my husband and I were virgins on our wedding day. Really. The fact that we made this choice–a difficult choice–is not something neither of us likes to broadcast, and we certainly don’t think it makes us better than anyone else. But lately, I have begun to feel like this reality, the […]

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marriage, Motherhood

We Were Virgins When We Got Married

Happy May Day! I’ve been sharing about motherhood here around here lately… Which is funny because most days I feel like I have no idea what I am doing with all of these crazy kids. No idea at all.   Mostly I’m just making it up as I go. But, it’s May, Mary’s month. So today I’m […]

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Catholic, Motherhood

7 Lessons on Motherhood that I learned from Mary

**Quick Note**  My husband and I use this PRINTABLE AGENDA, which allows us to reconnect in a POWERFUL way.  Get it here: My husband travels for work, a lot.   His trips are long, 2 weeks or more, they come often, sometimes month after month, and they usually take him to the other side of […]

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marriage, Motherhood

How to THRIVE When Your Husband Travels