Blair Avila Marie joined us on Monday, September 12, 2022 at 1:50pm – her actual due date and the Feast of the Most Holy Name …
She’s Here!
My Best Tips For The Final Weeks of Pregnancy
I must admit these final weeks of pregnancy are incredibly challenging. Not only the discomforts but the waiting. I remember feeling this way with each …
The Changing Seasons
A few nights ago, the kids and I went outside to clean up the yard before a storm rolled through. In the midst of picking …
Ponder These Things in Your Heart
But Mary kept all these things, and pondered them in her heart. In this we learn from Mary all that is necessary for holiness: to …
3 Things For the Martha in us All
Since I’ve created three blog posts stemming from the Martha, Martha gospel reading, I’m officially calling this my “Martha, Martha mini series” (If you’ve not …
One’s Daily Task
A few weeks ago, the gospel reading was about Martha being anxious and worried about many things. Shortly after that, we celebrated her feast day. …
Hello, August 2022
August welcomes us with a burst of energy and whispers promises of a fresh start. Walking around Staples the other day, I felt that familiar …
Choosing The Better Part
Martha, burdened with much serving, came to him and said, “Lord, do you not care that my sister has left me by myself to do …
Preparing For Baby Girl
In just two short months we are set to meet “baby sissy” and that means preparations are in order! My mom and I spent last …
We All Need An Elizabeth
One biblical scene that brings me great joy is that of the visitation. It’s such a profound moment, but you don’t have to meditate on the depth to simply enjoy the warmth that is shared between them. Two expecting women, basking in the joy of creation! And even basking in it to a heightened degree because Mary carries the Savior of the world within her. What a gift. It wasn’t until I was expecting my fourth child that I truly appreciated Elizabeth’s role.
Nothing shows you someones feelings toward children more quickly than announcing that you are pregnant. The reactions range greatly: from the happiest of congratulations to the snarkiest remarks. Sometimes, people just stare at you as they process their own feelings.