I’m always trying to figure out how to make it easier for families to observe the Christian Year because we felt so overwhelmed when we first started that journey (which is why we wrote the book we wish we had then). I thought it might be helpful for our family to have resources compiled for the month ahead so that we can plan in advance which special saints days we want to observe and I hope … [Read more...]
Archives for September 2019
When Enough Is Found Through Your Own Front Door
I’m not moving. "Um, okay. I didn't think you were," you might say. The funny thing is, as of a week ago this statement would have been a huge surprise to me. Because I had this idea, see. Two weeks ago I woke up in the middle of the night and decided we needed to buy a new house. One bathroom for six people is too hard. Three bedrooms and no where to host guests? Impossible. … [Read more...]
What I’d Tell My Past Self on My 34th Birthday
It’s my birthday weekend. I’ll be 34 on Sunday. I don't think it feels much different than 33. Will 35 feel different? It sounds more serious somehow. Birthdays always make me feel like doing some reflection. What have I learned? How have I grown? What has surprised me about life this year? I think if I could tell my younger self something, Haley in her early 20s, it would be this lesson: … [Read more...]
