Haiti and Helplessness
I found out about the earthquake in Haiti the morning after it happened. I saw something online about praying or giving to Haiti the night before, but that is not…
ReadmoreI am thankful 1/10/2010
For my husband’s proclivity for cheer. I thanked him for being strong and remaining active and happy despite circumstances that I found debilitating. His response? “It is difficult to be…
ReadmoreWhy We Love Dogs, Eat Pigs, and Wear Cows
Do you find this offensive? I will admit that I found the first part rather amusing, but I realize that many people find anti-meat propaganda offensive. I am glad that…
ReadmoreOur Lady of La Leche Shrine
In October Josh and I visited the shrine of Our Lady of La Leche in St. Augustine, Florida. The grounds are beautiful and astoundingly peaceful for what is treated by…
Readmore2010 Gratitude
I had plans for reviewing 2009 and setting goals for 2010. But my greatest lesson of 2009 was learning to accept my lack of control over life events, so I…
ReadmoreMerry Christmas!
Today I am filled with the joy of Christmas, and most thankful that Christmas will last for 11 more days. I will have enough time to rest in Church and…
ReadmoreInexpensive Healthful Nourishment / Cheap Healthy Food
Can you recommend any nutrient-rich, cheap foods? Since moving to Mississippi I want to cry whenever I go food shopping. The amount we spend on food has increased since moving…
ReadmoreResenting Pregnancy
Guest Post It has recently come to my attention that there are very few resources for women who are pregnant and resent their pregnancy. Not all women are gloriously thrilled…
ReadmoreConflicted
Me: Sometimes I think that we’re a little conflicted about the number of children we plan1 to have. -Silence- Me: Or maybe it is just me. Josh: I think that…
ReadmoreDecember: The Feminine
My apologies for forgetting to actually publish this on the 1st. Please overlook my lack of feminine organizational skill. I have decided to dedicate December to pondering The Feminine. You…
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