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Mary’s 10th Birthday

Mary’s 10th Birthday

Our creative, sweet, spunky, empathetic Mary Alice turned 10 in April. In true Mary Alice style, she chose a birthday party at a park and wanted everyone invited. Yes, the entire 4th grade class. We had cupcakes and water and played two loud and glorious hours at one...
Sebastian’s 8th Birthday

Sebastian’s 8th Birthday

My dearest Sebastian, you turned eight in March. What a huge year for you! As a 2nd grader you received your First Communion and  you won your first pinewood derby for your age group. John Paul and dad helped you build and design the car and we all cheered with happy...
For such a time as this… Habemus Papam!

For such a time as this… Habemus Papam!

My phone lit up with a soft glow-messages arriving one after another. “Habemus Papam!” We have a new pope. I paused, letting the moment settle in. Right now, the world is watching the Catholic Church. Even friends who have never invited Christ into their homes are...