Most of us were toddlers when we learned to say “please” and “thank you.” We were a little older when we fell into the habit of asking, begging, nagging, whining, […]
Ask St. Andrew
By the time Advent rolls around, my kids have long been preparing to joyfully celebrate the birth of Christ. They do this by poring over websites and toy catalogs, flinging […]
Our family grows
Here’s the thing about kids: It’s absolutely impossible to imagine adding one (or another one) to the life you’ve carefully built. Maybe it’s not that way for everybody. Maybe I’m […]
The Litany of the Saints
All Saints Day is typically when The Litany of Saints prayer is recited. Try saying it with your family. Have one person read the first part, while the rest respond […]
The perfect Halloween costume
Fall is easily my favorite time of year. Fall is sweatshirts and football and apple cider. It’s chili cook-offs and cool nights and trees that look like they’re on fire. […]