To Save A Thousand Souls

Faith and Family Live! | Posted by Rachel Balducci in Family on Monday, March 15, 2010

A few years ago, our parish was graced with one of the most dynamic priests I had ever met. Fr. Brett had such a contagious love for Jesus that just being around him made me want to be holy, to do better, to be better.

Fr. Brett didn’t stay long at our parish—he was soon offered a position at Mount St. Mary’s Seminary to help with priestly formation. While I was sad to see him go, I couldn’t think... READ MORE

Thank You!

Faith and Family Live! | Posted by Rachel Balducci in Family on Sunday, March 14, 2010

Just a quick note of thanks to all you who entered the book giveaway hosted by the wonderful people here at Faith and Family. I just wanted you to know I’ve read each and every comment and you are all so sweet and supportive!

Thanks!

Where's the Beef?

Faith and Family Live! | Posted by Rachel Balducci in Family on Thursday, March 11, 2010

As I watched a little television this evening, I saw no less than four commercials for big, giant, delicious looking burgers. After each ad, I had this thought that I’d get some kind of awesome cheeseburger for lunch tomorrow—only to remember that tomorrow is Friday. No meat!

I suppose I could be annoyed at all the restaurants for reminding me of what I can’t have. But I’d like to think that maybe... READ MORE

Left Behind

Faith and Family Live! | Posted by Rachel Balducci in Family on Wednesday, March 10, 2010

At the end of a quick but mildly frustrating trip to Target this morning, I got to the car to discover an item had been left on the bottom of the cart.

The bleach that I tucked away while Henry and I were shopping went unnoticed by me or the clerk, and I unwittingly walked out of the store without paying for this $1.67 item.

I mention the price because as I stood there and stared with dismay at the... READ MORE

Surprise!

Faith and Family Live! | Posted by Rachel Balducci in Family on Tuesday, March 09, 2010

I was intrigued and amazed by this story at Foxnews.com today about a woman who discovered she was pregnant —THREE HOURS before giving birth to a healthy, full-term baby.

As I reflect on the last eight months, of week after week of noting changes in my body, my outlook, my ability to walk like a normal human, I cannot imagine being pregnant and not knowing it. How is this possible? And also, how scary!... READ MORE

My View

Faith and Family Live! | Posted by Rachel Balducci in Family on Monday, March 08, 2010

I thought I would share this picture with you. This is what 34 weeks looks like, when you’re trying to get on shoes and socks and head out at the end of the day. I got about half-way through before I just couldn’t breathe anymore and had to stand up.

When I looked down at my feet, after I “put on my socks” I laughed until I cried. This is how we roll, for the time being.

Happy Monday to you too!

The Case for Trophies

Faith and Family Live! | Posted by Rachel Balducci in Family on Friday, March 05, 2010

As I soldier on in my journey towards 40 bags, I find myself back in the boys’ bedrooms, this time tackling bookcases.

What I noticed, as I surveyed the shelves, is that entire levels of the bookcases are taken up with trophies. Do you have this problem? If you have multiple children playing multiple sports (or even one sport for multiple seasons) it doesn’t take long to amass an impressive collection.... READ MORE

Stations Made Simple

Faith and Family Live! | Posted by Rachel Balducci in Family on Thursday, March 04, 2010

Driving in the car one Lenten afternoon, I decided we would talk about the Stations of the Cross. I could ask each boy to name a specific station and then we could discuss in further detail exactly what happened.

“Charlie,” I asked as we headed down the road, “will you name one of the stations?”

“Jesus falls the first time,” he replied.

“Good,” I said. “Tell me what happened.”

“Jesus fell…the first... READ MORE

New Arrival

Faith and Family Live! | Posted by Rachel Balducci in Family on Wednesday, March 03, 2010

I was quite excited when the FedEx man stopped by my house today—to drop off a copy of my book!

The book officially comes out April 1, so I had been wondering how soon I would get an advance copy. When I saw the truck slowing down I wondered if this was the moment and it was a little surreal to discover it was.

It’s been a very fun afternoon flipping through the book (I got just the one copy) and watching loved ones do the same. My husband is currently in our room reading, and I think the highlight was hearing my nine-year-old tell me he just *had* to bring this to school tomorrow. A very exciting time indeed.

You Deserve a Raise!

Faith and Family Live! | Posted by Rachel Balducci in Family on Tuesday, March 02, 2010

For those who stay home, here is a story from Zenit that should encourage you—even if you never officially see one single dime as a result.

The president of the Pontifical Council for the Family is stressing the importance of work done by those in the home and suggesting economic compensation for it.

Cardinal Ennio Antonelli called for financial and professional perks to encourage families when he... READ MORE

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