Latest Catholic Digest

Posted by Rachel Balducci in Family on Thursday, May 24, 2012 2:27 PM

My copy of the June/July Catholic Digest came in the mail this week and I’ve been working my way through the issue.

My thoughts thus far: the story on Eduardo Verastegui is very interesting, and I can’t wait to see his latest movie For Greater Glory. Are you planning on going?

Also, the Father’s Day gift guide is very helpful. I even sent along one idea to my sister-in-law for my brother. Four words:... READ MORE

Feed The Hungry

Posted by Rachel Balducci in Family on Tuesday, May 22, 2012 4:09 PM

Summertime is upon us and for me, that means five hungry boys will commence to eating us out of house and home. Every day.

It’s already started and I am amazed. One teenage son has recently started an afternoon workout regime that leaves him STAR-VEENG. As in, he was so hungry when he came home from school yesterday that he immediately ate one (or two!) boiled eggs, a frozen pizza, and some form of... READ MORE

Children's Book Book Club

Posted by Arwen Mosher in Family on Tuesday, May 22, 2012 12:00 PM

I love the idea of online book clubs, but in practice they’re hard. Typing up my thoughts about an entire novel takes too much time.

Still, talking about books is fun, and last week as I listened to my sister reading aloud to my children, I realized: children’s books are full of insights, but short enough that you can discuss them in a single post and comments.

An idea was born: how about Children’s... READ MORE

Second Child

Posted by Lisa Hendey in Family on Tuesday, May 22, 2012 9:00 AM

“Second Child’s Mom” wrote me this past week and shared this photo of a golden-haired cutie snacking off of the floor. To protect the innocent, she shall remain nameless, but I will say that I personally know this mom well and can totally vouch for her parenting skills.

The photo made both of us chuckle. This is “Second Child Mom’s” toddler who came after a ten year wait and struggle with infertility.... READ MORE

Come For Coffee

Posted by Danielle Bean in Family on Tuesday, May 22, 2012 7:00 AM

(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!

Parenting Pointers

Posted by Danielle Bean in Family on Monday, May 21, 2012 7:00 AM

(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!

We Have a Winner!

Posted by Rachel Balducci in Family on Friday, May 18, 2012 1:59 PM

Thanks to all who entered to win a copy of Sarah Reinhard’s Catholic Family Fun.

The winner is MR, who said:

Posted by MR on Monday, May 14, 2012 11:22 AM (EDT):Reply
Sounds great!

If you get your hands on a copy, be sure and check it out. It’s really a great resource!

Twins Are One!

Posted by Arwen Mosher in Family on Friday, May 18, 2012 9:00 AM

My husband had a countdown on his phone for months. Every so often he gave me an update. It was a big deal when we hit the halfway point, and three-quarters, and less than two months left. Last week, with mere days to go, I didn’t need updates. I could count for myself.

Linus Michael and Ambrose John were born just after midnight on May 12th last year. Last Saturday, they were one year old. ONE WHOLE... READ MORE

School Rules

Posted by Danielle Bean in Family on Friday, May 18, 2012 7:00 AM

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

Whether your children attend school or are homeschooled, this is the spot to ask questions about curricula, religious education, parent-teacher relationships, or academic concerns of any kind.

Please join us!

Dropped Coverage

Posted by Rachel Balducci in Family on Wednesday, May 16, 2012 10:23 AM

Franciscan University in Steubenville, Ohio says it can no longer offer a popular (redacted, and then un-redacted) healthcare program to its students because of Obamacare, the health care overhaul of the Obama administration.

The changes to the healthcare program include a mandate of contraception, which goes against church teaching and thus the principles of this Catholic university, as well as skyrocketing... READ MORE

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