When we took a trip over to Auburn last May to help pack up John’s dorm room after his first year, I wasn’t quite sure what we would find. Of course, there was the laundry pile, the unmade bed, a bedside table covered in glasses, and plenty of memories from a year well lived. But… Read More
After Whit’s confirmation mass, everyone went home for a bit to change into more comfy clothes then reconvened at our home for a celebratory luncheon! We even picked up a few more as CeeCee, Honey’s cousin, her husband and new baby Kazi were also able to join us. As usual, I am so grateful for… Read More
Just a couple of weeks ago on a gorgeous summer morning, Whit celebrated the Sacrament of Confirmation. I have never felt God’s love shine down so greatly upon this child as it did on his confirmation day. It was a beautiful and memorable mass, celebrated by our parish priests and Bishop Konzen. The Catholic Church… Read More
Earlier this year I found the Litany of Humility on Whit’s desk. It came at a perfect time for our family and has led to many important and provoking conversations since. Like the beatitude says, humility is “poverty of spirit.” It helps us acknowledge our own defects and have a “lowly” opinion of self, not… Read More
After John’s confirmation mass, we filled our home with guests that love John, and we broke bread over a menu of John’s favorites. I had hoped to have the party outside in the courtyard under the twinkle lights, but it rained all day. My parents and my bestie worked tirelessly to help pick up tables… Read More
Last October we had the great honor and joy of celebrating John’s sacrament of confirmation. The Catholic Church views confirmation as a sacrament instituted by Jesus Christ. It confers the gifts of the Holy Spirit upon the recipient. John prepared for confirmation for three years, including prayer, studies and retreats. The seven gifts bestowed upon… Read More
I missed my annual January Junkout Jamobree this year so it’s back to 40 Bags in 40 Days for me. I really prefer to kick off the year with a clean slate, but work was absolutely bonkers. I made a list of 40 areas to clean, purge and organize. I find doing it this way… Read More