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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.
Thank you, Father Joe
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Thank you, Father Joe

Rita BuettnerJuly 13, 20233 min read
I’ve long admired Father Joe Breighner’s work.
An Adventure in the Kitchen
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An Adventure in the Kitchen

Rita BuettnerJuly 13, 20233 min read
There wasn’t quite enough for another double-crusted pie, but I could maybe make a tart.
Sink or swim
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Sink or swim

Rita BuettnerJuly 5, 20233 min read
God is waiting patiently for each of us, loving us right where we are, recognizing that our path is uniquely our own.
Robotics camp, cousin time, an Orioles game, and a bari sax (7 Quick Takes)
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Robotics camp, cousin time, an Orioles game, and a bari sax (7 Quick Takes)

Rita BuettnerJuly 3, 20234 min read
Our boys have been participating in a robotics camp—one as a counselor and one as a participant. I had the chance to visit the camp briefly for a competition, and I was struck by how amazing it is to see your child move into that kind of leadership role.
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