rita buettner commentary BlogOpen Window How we talk about death with our children Rita BuettnerOctober 25, 20174 min read I am not in any way an expert. I am just feeling my way and trusting that the Holy Spirit is leading us through these conversations. BlogOpen Window Meeting new twin cousins, a free car seat, funeral preparations, and a Thomas Merton quote (7 Quick Takes) Rita BuettnerOctober 19, 20174 min read We dropped in on our new twin nephews and cousins this week. They are absolutely precious. BlogOpen Window Screen Time (in rhyme) Rita BuettnerOctober 17, 20171 min read A little poetry to mark an ordinary every day memory BlogOpen Window Joy and sorrow, remembering a much-loved brother-in-law, and other moments from the week (7 Quick Takes) Rita BuettnerOctober 14, 20175 min read We are grieving the loss of a young and much loved husband, father of four, brother-in-law, son, brother, and uncle. BlogOpen Window A rose and an answered prayer (or what happened after our child care fell apart) Rita BuettnerOctober 9, 20173 min read Two weeks ago when I was praying a novena to St. Therese, I asked her help on a number of things. I explained to her about our children’s transition to their new school. BlogOpen Window Birthday celebrations, an inflatable pug, goalie lessons, and orange you glad it’s time for 7 Quick Takes Rita BuettnerOctober 7, 20175 min read Our 4th grader is learning the state capitals. If you’ve never had a child learning the state capitals, maybe that doesn’t sound like an excuse. But I consider it a part-time job. BlogOpen WindowUncategorized The joy of gift-giving (or a special moment on the Feast of St. Francis) Rita BuettnerOctober 4, 20173 min read It seemed as if I had all summer to hunt for a statue, and though I kept my eyes open, I couldn’t find the right one in time for his birthday. BlogOpen WindowSaints Driving away the shadows Rita BuettnerOctober 4, 20173 min read St. Francis of Assisi must be one of the best-known saints. But I didn’t feel a special connection to him until 14 years ago when I went on a retreat. BlogOpen Window Are you smarter than a 4th grader, trumpet playing, Cinderella’s glass slipper, and plarn (7 Quick Takes) Rita BuettnerSeptember 28, 20173 min read Our older son gets to read a book of his choice for 20 minutes each night. I love that this week that homework assignment turned into reading aloud to his little brother. CommentaryThe Domestic Church Wrap mother-to-be in prayer Rita BuettnerSeptember 28, 20174 min read Instead of baby showers, Rita Buettner has been throwing prayer gatherings for friends and relatives who are awaiting the arrival of their babies. Previous 1 … 82 83 84 … 92 Next