Author: Karen

Karen is a Catholic stay at home mom to three kids and wife to handsome hubby, J. Since getting married in 2010, Karen and J have lived in four different towns spread across three states and have had two daughters and a son. When not chasing a baby, toddler, and preschooler, Karen enjoys reading, learning new facts and hobbies (sewing and crocheting are the latest hobby crafts), and diving into homeschooling the oldest kiddo, while trying to keep Jesus and Mary at the center of daily life.

May: The Month of Mary, Mother of God

In April, we looked at the devotion to the Holy Eucharist and Holy Spirit. This month, the Church asks us to turn towards Mary, Mother of God. The Church, in Her infinite wisdom, gave each month a particular devotion. Our Lady is a cornerstone of … Continue readingMay: The Month of Mary, Mother of God

April: Dedication to the Holy Spirit and the Holy Eucharist

Last month, we learned about the March devotion to St Joseph. This month we look to April’s dedication: The Holy Spirit and the Holy Eucharist. The Holy Spirit and the Holy Eucharist are both at the heart of what being Catholic is all about. We … Continue readingApril: Dedication to the Holy Spirit and the Holy Eucharist

March: Dedication to Saint Joseph

Last month we reflected a little on the Church’s devotion for February of the Holy Family. Today we explore the March devotion: St Joseph. All we know of St. Joseph is derived from scripture. We know he was a kind and Godly man, with … Continue readingMarch: Dedication to Saint Joseph

February: The Month of the Holy Family

Attacked on all sides, the infrastructure and value of the family has crumbled in our society. High divorce rates, lower marriage rates, increased acceptance of gay marriage, and a society based on the wants of the individual rather than the needs of the family, have … Continue readingFebruary: The Month of the Holy Family

Lighting a Fire in a Blizzard: Ten Ways to Be Pro-Life All Year Long

I really don’t like winter. And I really, really don’t like the cold. Born and raised in Southern California, I was used to mild temperatures and glorious warm, sunny weather year round. At 13, my family relocated to Michigan, where I experienced my first snowfall. … Continue readingLighting a Fire in a Blizzard: Ten Ways to Be Pro-Life All Year Long