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Goodbye summer, hello school, anniversaries, and other fun (7 Quick Takes)
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Goodbye summer, hello school, anniversaries, and other fun (7 Quick Takes)

Rita BuettnerAugust 27, 20234 min read
~1~ I don’t ever want summer to end. It’s gone by much too quickly. I also need summer vacation to end so we can return to more of a routine. My emotions are always mixed this time of year. Summer is my favorite season, and I want our children to have more time to rest […]
The day my nephew moved into my alma mater
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The day my nephew moved into my alma mater

Rita BuettnerAugust 23, 20234 min read
When my nephew was looking at colleges last year, he decided to apply to my alma mater, Franklin & Marshall College in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. For some reason, I didn’t think it was likely he would go. But F&M offered him a spot in the Class of 2027—and he said yes! As the weeks of summer […]
“Holy Women, Holy Lives”: Nominations open for the Maryland Catholic Woman of the Year
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“Holy Women, Holy Lives”: Nominations open for the Maryland Catholic Woman of the Year

Rita BuettnerAugust 23, 20233 min read
You may know a woman who demonstrates spirituality, leadership, and service to Christ, His Church, and society. You have the opportunity to nominate her for this award.
Praying for a baby on the way
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Praying for a baby on the way

Rita BuettnerAugust 16, 20234 min read
Praying the Rosary on your own is a beautiful experience. But praying the Rosary in a group setting, gathered around a mother-to-be, knowing a new little life is growing inside her, is extraordinarily powerful.
Transfiguration moments for parents
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Transfiguration moments for parents

Rita BuettnerAugust 6, 20233 min read
On the Feast of Transfiguration, I’ve been reflecting on the transfiguration moments in my own life, when I look at our children and see God at work within them.
My First Real Job
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My First Real Job

Rita BuettnerAugust 4, 20234 min read
As a recent college graduate, I was excited and nervous, and maybe even scared to move to a new place where I didn’t know anyone. But I wanted to give journalism a try, and I couldn’t wait to get started.
Get to know St. Ignatius a little better
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Get to know St. Ignatius a little better

Rita BuettnerJuly 31, 20233 min read
Getting to know Ignatius—or any saint—a little better can help us as we walk our own faith journeys.
A Little Birthday Reflection
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A Little Birthday Reflection

Rita BuettnerJuly 27, 20235 min read
Yesterday was my birthday. It wasn’t a special milestone, but every birthday feels significant to me. And every birthday offers a chance to pause and reflect on who I am, why I’m here, and how blessed I am.
Painting, sister outings, a diaper cake, and pre-birthday fun (7 Quick Takes)
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Painting, sister outings, a diaper cake, and pre-birthday fun (7 Quick Takes)

Rita BuettnerJuly 22, 20234 min read
When the children are younger, you struggle with how to display their artwork because it’s all so personal and sweet. Then when they get older, it can be even harder to know what to do because their work is so beautiful.
Go ahead. Have ice cream for breakfast.
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Go ahead. Have ice cream for breakfast.

Rita BuettnerJuly 16, 20233 min read
Maybe this is not your parenting approach. You do what works for you. I’ll be over here watching a happy child lick his spoon.
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