My baby boy will be two this February. He’s already not so much a baby anymore. He can walk, jump, climb steps, and though he’s not really talking yet, we know that’s just around the corner. It’s incredible how much … Continue reading
When I was discerning the religious life, my fellow aspirants and I lived by the oft-repeated motto of living with our hands open. By this we meant that what we had been given could be taken away, that we must … Continue reading
This past week, I had the opportunity to spend a day at a retreat center in northern Maryland, where I was able to do a little resting and recharging, as well as a lot of reflecting (and about an hour … Continue reading
I have a confession to make: sometimes I get frustrated with my husband when he cares for our son. Sometimes I get frustrated because he doesn’t do what I want him to do- bottles might go unfilled, laundry might sit … Continue reading
May and June are busy months in my family, and it has always begun with a special tradition: buying a ridiculous amount of cards. During the first week of May, for as long as I’ve had my own bank account … Continue reading
John and I have a very predictable schedule on the days that I stay home with him, and in the afternoon, you can find us either at the park or at the mall, depending on the weather. Either way, our … Continue reading
I’ve never been overly enthusiastic about the color of my eyes and hair, a fact with which many women can probably sympathize. Doesn’t it always seem that we want what we don’t have, envy what does not come to us … Continue reading
In the nearly three years that I have been employed at my parish, my job description has undergone some major changes. When I was originally hired, it was as the part-time DRE. My roles included coordinating the children’s faith formation … Continue reading
Andrew and I will celebrate our two-year wedding anniversary in May. In that time, we have moved twice and welcomed one baby. I have taken on a full-time position at my parish, and Andrew has taught a total of three … Continue reading
Greetings from Charles County, Maryland! As I mentioned a few blog posts ago, my husband and I recently decided to move in an effort to provide our son (and ourselves) with a safer, friendlier community. We chose a location about … Continue reading
Love in the Little Things 