If God Rested…
Posted by Arwen Mosher in Just me on Friday, November 18, 2011
My husband, wonderful man that he is, often says to me, “Why don’t you go take a bath?” Or if it’s the best day of the week (Saturday) he says, “Why don’t you go out by yourself for a couple hours?”
I sometimes tell him no. “I will feel better if I stay here and get more stuff done,” I tell him.
I don’t know why I haven’t learned by now: there is always more “stuff” to get “done.” I rarely stop moving... READ MORE
The Gift of Time to Pray
Posted by Arwen Mosher in Faith on Thursday, July 21, 2011
Whenever I’m in a stressful period (like having newborn twins, hey!) I need to pray. And sadly, all that stress makes it harder than usual to find time to pray.
I often end up feeling stressed or like a failure because I haven’t fit prayer into my day, but it honestly never occurred to me that there’s a simple way I can help myself get the time: ask for it.
Melanie Bettinelli, who blogs at The Wine... READ MORE
STOP, already!
Posted by Lynn Wehner in Just me on Monday, January 31, 2011
THIS, my friends, is my front sidewalk. And oh, how I am struck with the appropriateness of that big red STOP sign at the end of the trail.
My January 2011 mantra:
“STOP snowing!”
“STOP being so cold!”
“STOP this winter, I want to get off!”
I’m curious, for those of you living in wintry zones, are you feeling like a prisoner to mountainous snow banks, icy gutters, and the panicky feeling that it’s only a matter of time before your roof & ceilings have issues? Or can you still look at each new snow with serenity?
I’m trying really hard to see this “roadside snow” with the same romance that I see “forest snow.” But my heart’s just not in it. I’m begging you to give me a reason or two to love this ... there’s a lot of winter left!
Thought for a Snowy Weekend
Posted by Lynn Wehner in Faith on Saturday, January 08, 2011
When I look at falling snow through my car windshield, it tenses me up with stress.
When I look at it through my kitchen window, it relaxes me with peace.
Same snow - opposite response.
Like with our faith, it’s all about “where you are” when the storm hits.
Multitasking Mamas
Posted by Lynn Wehner in Family on Tuesday, December 21, 2010
“I am woman. Hear me roar.” I can do 5 things at the same time. What skill! Uh, right? Lately, I’m having my doubts.
A priest recently spoke about Mother Teresa. A friend of his was able to spend a few minutes with her. What struck him most was her spirit of detachment.
At the very moment she was in his presence, a million things with her order’s sisters were going on around the world. Important... READ MORE
A New Mother Flounders
Posted by AGroup in Faith on Thursday, September 02, 2010
Q: I am a new mom and, as much as I looked forward to motherhood, I must admit that I am floundering. I feel tired all the time, I hate my new body, and even though I love my new son, I find him very hard to appreciate most of the time—especially when he keeps me up all hours of the night.
I find myself resenting my husband (who honestly is very helpful and supportive) because he works a job outside... READ MORE
Coming Up for Air
Posted by Danielle Bean in Faith on Wednesday, May 26, 2010
Ever feel like you’re just treading water? Or (worse) that you’re sinking below the surface?
I woke up yesterday morning gasping for air.
I couldn’t pinpoint my problem exactly, but off the top of my head I could tell you that I was away last weekend, we’re finishing up our school year, we’re transitioning into summer activities, we’re going full-force (at least 2 games a day) with baseball, we’re... READ MORE
What to Do When You're Stressed
Posted by Danielle Bean in Family on Monday, May 17, 2010
Listen up, girls. You’re mother is right. If you are feeling stressed, just calling home can make it all better. Or at least help calm you down, anyway.
I loved reading about this study that looked at how young girls, ages 7-12, reacted to interactions with their mothers during times of stress.
At least for young girls, talking on the phone with their mothers reduces a key stress hormone and also... READ MORE
Last Chance to Slow Down
Posted by Danielle Bean in Faith on Tuesday, December 22, 2009
Your Guide to a Stress-Free Thanksgiving
Posted by Danielle Bean in Homemaking on Tuesday, November 24, 2009
Are you hosting a Thanksgiving gathering at your house this year? If so, I am here to tell you this:
Breathe. Relax. You can do this. It’s going to be just lovely.
We’ll be hosting Dan’s dad at our house this year. I am sad that my sister and her wonderfully big family won’t be able to join us like they did last year, but we truly are a wild enough gang all on our own.
Whether you’re hosting a small... READ MORE
