Dan, With a Hammer

Faith and Family Live! | Posted by Danielle Bean in Marriage on Thursday, September 02, 2010

Here’s a peek at the view from my living room window a couple of days ago.

It’s Dan, with a hammer.

In preparation for the coming winter, we have been replacing some of our windows with more energy efficient ones. And by “‘we” I mean Dan.

Because I don’t do that kind of thing. He does.

When we were dating in high school, Dan once drew me a picture of a rabbit. I held on to that drawing for years... READ MORE

Go You!

Faith and Family Live! | Posted by Danielle Bean in Family on Thursday, September 02, 2010

It’s important for moms to recognize that all the small successes in our days can add up to one big triumph. So on Thursday of each week, we do exactly that.

To participate, just write up a list of 3 of your recent Small Successes and post it on your blog along with the Small Successes button (go here to get the code). You are not required to use the button, but please do link back to the main post... READ MORE

Never To Part

Faith and Family Live! | Posted by Danielle Bean in Marriage on Thursday, September 02, 2010

(Join each day’s Coffee Talk discussion: Mon: Parenting; Tues: Open Forum; Wed: NFP; Thu: Marriage; Fri: Education; Sat/Sun: Homemaking)

Struggling in your marriage? Have some relationship advice to share? Have a marriage success story to share? Have a man/woman question? This weekly thread is the place to do it.

Come on in and join the conversation!

Back to School Breakfasts

Faith and Family Live! | Posted by Danielle Bean in Food on Wednesday, September 01, 2010

It’s that time of year—a time for breaking into new routines and getting a move on in the morning.

For me, when it comes to back-to-school breakfasts, the key is finding something ...

1. my kids will actually eat.

2. quick.

3. painless to prepare.

4. nutritious enough to quiet my inner mother-guilt.

Here are some recipes I have been researching lately that I think fit the bill:

Cornbread (even kids... READ MORE

Let God In

Faith and Family Live! | Posted by Danielle Bean in Marriage on Wednesday, September 01, 2010

(Join each day’s Coffee Talk discussion: Mon: Parenting; Tues: Open Forum; Wed: NFP; Thu: Marriage; Fri: Education; Sat/Sun: Homemaking)

This weekly thread is a place where you can share your struggles, triumphs, links, resources, concerns, and questions about all things related to Natural Family Planning.

Please join the conversation!

Mamas Moving With Mary

Faith and Family Live! | Posted by Danielle Bean in Health on Tuesday, August 31, 2010

Do you ever think it’s too hard for a mom to find regular time for fitness and prayer? Well, here’s an inspiring story of some moms who made fitness and prayer a priority—with great results!

Mamas Movin’ With Mary started when three Catholic moms decided to get together regularly with the goal of training for a half-marathon.

We are three moms who love walking for exercise.  In 2009 we decided to... READ MORE

Share Your Thoughts

Faith and Family Live! | Posted by Danielle Bean in Family on Tuesday, August 31, 2010

(Join each day’s Coffee Talk discussion: Mon: Parenting; Tues: Open Forum; Wed: NFP; Thu: Marriage; Fri: Education; Sat/Sun: Homemaking)

This is the Open Forum Coffee Talk. That means ... anything goes. Ask a question, make a suggestion, share a story, offer some advice—the floor is yours!

Don't Forget About You

Faith and Family Live! | Posted by Danielle Bean in Just me on Monday, August 30, 2010

During this crazy back-to-school season, many of us moms find ourselves planning schedules, shopping for supplies, and preparing our kids for new fall routines.

It can be easy to lose ourselves in the shuffle.

As much as you are planning your son’s soccer schedule, as much as you are planning your daughter’s violin lessons, as much as you are planning an entire school year full of learning and activity... READ MORE

Raise 'Em Right

Faith and Family Live! | Posted by Danielle Bean in Family on Monday, August 30, 2010

(Join each day’s Coffee Talk discussion: Mon: Parenting; Tues: Open Forum; Wed: NFP; Thu: Marriage; Fri: Education; Sat/Sun: Homemaking)

Terrible toddlers? Trying teens? Something in between? This weekly forum is the spot to share your questions and struggles about all things related to parenthood.

Please join us!

Happy Homemakers, Check In Here

Faith and Family Live! | Posted by Danielle Bean in Homemaking on Saturday, August 28, 2010

(Join each day’s Coffee Talk discussion: Mon: Parenting; Tues: Open Forum; Wed: NFP; Thu: Marriage; Fri: Education; Sat/Sun: Homemaking)

Our weekend forum is for discussing Homemaking.

Have a great craft idea? Want to share your favorite cleaning products? Have a super recipe to share? Want to ask a question or share a strategy for meal planning, family schedules, laundry techniques, or any other household dilemma? This is the place to do it.

Come on in and join the conversation!

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