Kate’s Blog – Page 139

Thank You!

I can’t possibly begin to personally thank all of the men and women who have reached out, shown their support of my InsideCatholic article, and given me a cyber pat on the back. Your emails, blog posts, phone calls, kindness, and prayers have meant a great deal to me. Thank you. I do want toRead the whole post >>

My Purse Contents: Burdens or Blessings?

My purse was looking particularly bulky today, so I decided it was time to sift through its contents. Here’s what I found: Three empty Ziplock bags Several coupons that expired in April My super-duper coupon organizer A plastic Eeyore figurine Four size 5 diapers that would actually fit the baby and one size 4 diaperRead the whole post >>

Weaning Mommy

Love hurts, especially when you’re trying to nurse a baby who keeps biting you. For the past two days my baby Rae has refused my breast. She either pushes it away or gives me a quick (and painful) nip. This doesn’t stop me from trying to offer it to her. I’m like a lovesick teenagerRead the whole post >>

The 10-Minute Writing Challenge

I recently discovered a gem of a website (by way of Jen at “Et Tu?”, the same spot where I discover many, many other “gems”). The 10 Minute Writer is the perfect hangout for moms who write or any scribe who’s short on time. Its creator and author Kathy Grub, a busy homeschooling mom ofRead the whole post >>

CNMC Part II: Blogging Humility

Father Leo, the faith-filled foodie of Grace Before Meals, was the keynote speaker at the first annual Catholic New Media Celebration. His speech was both funny and moving as it inspired the audience to “be not afraid” to use their talents to do God’s work. But there was another message fused into his speech thatRead the whole post >>