I was a member of a True Love Waits Club when I was in high school, as were many of my friends. Personally, its impact on my life was long-lasting. I honored my vow, wore my True Love Waits ring … 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
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
Dear faithful readers, As you might imagine, the life of a full-time wife, full-time mother, full-time DRE/youth minister, and part-time writer can be extremely hectic at times. In order to increase the amount of time dedicated to my full-time “professions,” … Continue reading
Last Wednesday, Andrew and I took a gigantic step in our lives as parents: we left John with a bona fide babysitter. Not a grandparent, or an aunt, or even a close friend. A babysitter, and what was more, one … Continue reading
When I first became pregnant with John, many mothers warned me of the dangers of putting my responsibilities as a mother before myself or my husband. They told me how all-consuming the job of a mother can be, one that … Continue reading
This past Friday, while we began the transition from Thanksgiving to Christmas in my parents’ house, Andrew and I found ourselves talking about Christmas traditions. While we were dating, and even while we were engaged, we agreed that we would … Continue reading
I remember the exact moment that Andrew learned that he was a father. We had been married for just two weeks, and had only been living together in Maryland for one. We had barely finished unpacking my belongings, and we … Continue reading
