Dear Fans of Winter… February 8, 2026By Rita Buettner Catholic Review Filed Under: Blog, Commentary, Open Window Dear People Who Love Winter, Just checking in here. See all that ice and snow? Yeah, that snowcrete that is our permanent backdrop now? The stuff we have children sliding all over trying to catch the bus or walk to school? Yup, that. It’s hard to miss. I will admit that it’s lovely and shiny […]
New Moms: Someone is praying for you January 30, 2026By Rita Buettner Filed Under: Blog, Commentary, Open Window In the middle of the night, a mother caring for her child is not alone. A convent of nuns wakes up during the night just to pray for new mothers.
Happy 80th Birthday, Dolly! January 18, 2026By Rita Buettner Catholic Review Filed Under: Blog, Commentary, Open Window Although few of us will ever sing at the Grand Ole Opry, may each of us find a way to use the talents God has given us.
We can help make the impossible possible January 16, 2026By Rita Buettner Catholic Review Filed Under: Blog, Commentary, Open Window Anyone along the way could have said, “No.” “Not today.” “Why should we bother?” But people said yes,
Today could have been the day January 4, 2026By Rita Buettner Catholic Review Filed Under: Blog, Commentary, Open Window I hoped everything would be fine, and that the baby would continue to grow and thrive. But, just a few weeks later, we learned the baby had passed away.
Bowling Three Strikes in a Row December 29, 2025By Rita Buettner Catholic Review Filed Under: Blog, Commentary, Open Window A few days ago, we went bowling with friends. I can’t remember the last time we bowled as a family, and it was so much fun. The dads in the group were the strongest bowlers among the two families, but everyone was fairly laidback. No one was that concerned with winning or competing at a […]
5 Faith-related New Year’s Goals December 29, 2025By Rita Buettner Catholic Review Filed Under: Blog, Commentary, Open Window Whether you’re setting resolutions or just looking for a way to take intentional steps on your faith journey, here are a few ideas for how to set the stage for a fruitful new year.
Thank you, God, for the Last Minute December 21, 2025By Rita Buettner Catholic Review Filed Under: Advent, Blog, Commentary, Open Window Still shopping? Not sure what you’re making for Christmas dinner—or who’s hosting? I have good news for you, last-minute friends. This is our time to shine.
How about a little Old Bay on your Advent December 11, 2025By Rita Buettner Catholic Review Filed Under: Advent, Blog, Commentary, Open Window In an era where we’re not producing the penny anymore, returning Old Bay to its original metal canister somehow feels reassuring.
That’s No Coincidence December 2, 2025By Rita Buettner Catholic Review Filed Under: Advent, Blog, Commentary, Open Window I never would have thought those two things would happen on the same day.
What’s Your Starter Word (for Advent and for Wordle) November 30, 2025By Rita Buettner Catholic Review Filed Under: Advent, Blog, Commentary, Open Window Whether we’re playing Wordle or entering Advent, we might not begin the same way every time.
St. Therese’s Little Way in Action November 25, 2025By Rita Buettner Filed Under: Blog, Commentary, Open Window I had to trust there was more space than there seemed to be. There must be, since there was a smiling attendant waving us on.
