It was a special day—just as each and every day is. And it was made even more special by this unparalleled gift from a friend.
A fun gift on an ordinary day
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Birthday card shopping, St. Francis, flea marketing, wedding fun, and more (7 Quick Takes)
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Today is my husband’s birthday! I don’t know how we will celebrate, but our boys and I picked out a few gifts, and we each chose a card for him.
When life gives you blue ice cream with sprinkles
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My son looked at me, and I looked at him. No words were spoken. All questions were answered in his eyes.
A rose from St. Therese
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If you’ve ever prayed a novena to St. Therese of Lisieux, you know that as you pray, you start looking for roses.
Getting cornfused in a maze, dress shopping, an apple pie in the new kitchen, and more (7 Quick Takes)
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Many years autumn comes and autumn goes and we haven’t had a chance to do the fun fall things we look forward to all year. This year we are trying to be more intentional about fitting things in.
Fifteen years ago today…
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We knew we were saying yes to forever, so maybe 15 years doesn’t seem like much. But as I look back on that time, I feel so very grateful.
A neighborhood walk, our utensil drawer, puzzles, guacamole, and my newest pins (7 Quick Takes)
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Last Saturday morning I took a walk with our fourth grader through our neighborhood. He rode his bicycle, and I followed along behind, not even trying to keep up. I knew he would stop as we went along.
Everything you ever wanted to know (and then some) about our kitchen renovation
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This story begins six years ago when John and I dropped our sons off at my parents’ house to go house hunting.
Surviving a kitchen renovation, late-night school supply runs, cake decorating, and more (7 Quick Takes)
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Our kitchen renovation is complete! It took exactly three weeks from start to finish, and I can’t believe how different and beautiful the space is.
Take your children to church (but don’t feed them in the pew)
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I think parents need to be cautious as to the message they’re creating with distractions of milk and Cheerios as they attempt to teach their children about God.
Because of your support for the Annual Appeal
Catholic Chaplains in the Archdiocese of Baltimore are able to minister to those at area hospitals who are seriously ill, and to bring solace to their families.
How to pick a backsplash for your kitchen
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So, you’re renovating your kitchen. Congratulations!
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