Vulnerability in Marriage
My husband and I have had issues. At one point I thought we were resolved to simply tolerate each other until death did we part. Maybe you've felt that way...
Before I Formed You: An Honest Look at a Surprise Pregnancy, Depression and Finding Help
Hot tears covered my hands. I brushed my wet hair from my face and looked up from the table and into my husband's eyes. Some noise blaring from the television...
When Marriage Doesn't Happen
As you might have ascertained from this post's very blunt title, it is about, shall we say, extended singlehood. Far be it from me to brag, but singlehood is a...
4 Thoughtful Ways to Celebrate Your Anniversary
When my husband, Matt, and I started dating on August 17, 2014, we decided it would be fun to celebrate our anniversary each month. While our festivities have ranged from...
How Mr. Knightly Helped Me Find Mr. Right
Like many women, my love of Jane Austen began in my teen years but it wasn’t until my 20’s that the lessons of her heroines and their leading men started...
Planning a Catholic Wedding
“It’s not just about the wedding, it’s about the sacrament.” Truth abounds in these words, and if you’re engaged, you’ve probably spoken them yourself. It’s a grounding thought; peaceful, reassuring,...
What's a Girl to Do When Dating a Non-Catholic
In fifth grade, I met my future husband. We met through a mutual friend. I went to public school with our friend, who lived a few doors down from Bob....
Dating a Non-Catholic
I was a little boy-crazy back in high school. I had an endless series of crushes. I dated. I flirted. I broke some hearts and I had my heart broken....
When We're Carrying A Cross Not Meant for Us
This morning I was reflecting on one of the Blessed Is She daily devotions that spoke about the Cross and seeing it as more than a decorative fixture in our...
Divine Mercy Taught Me How to Forgive
One of the things that has always most struck me about Christianity is how often there are very simple, yet powerful truths I can so easily overlook or avoid. You...
Why Self-Care is Important for Christians
In the online world, women frequently come across talk about the importance of self-care. We are often told that, in order to function properly, we need to set aside time...
The Glory of the Bells
We sat in complete darkness listening to the Old Testament readings, one after another revealing the prophecy of the Messiah. My husband stood, flashlight in hand, and walked up to...
