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Here’s to a weightless 2013

Last year Elizabeth Foss invited me to share a New Year’s guest post over at her space. It’s a timely post since so many of us are probably busy coming up with a self-improvement plan, which often translates to weight loss goals – as if losing weight will – poof! – make our lives instantlyRead the whole post >>

Hold fast to hope, hold fast to your family

Yesterday my three oldest children found me slumped over sitting on my bed silently weeping. When they skipped in with baby brother scooting along behind them, I tried to sweep the tears away, but they know a sad mama when they see one. “Mommy, what’s wrong?” my oldest asked. “You’re crying,” my 5-year-old said. “WhyRead the whole post >>

7 Quick Takes: The Photo-op & She’s Risen from the Blogging Dead Edition

— 1 — Since I have a fall-inspired pile of photos that I knew readers who are actually related to me might enjoy seeing (AKA this post is for you, Nana, and Gaba), I thought I’d jump on the 7 QTs bandwagon after a long hiatus. As for my blogging habits these days, well, theyRead the whole post >>

Keep It Simple and Sweet

Two springs ago one of my daughters took a creative movement class. Her teacher had a gift for working with children and was really good with the tiny dancers. My little girl looked forward to her class all week and would sometimes tell me that when she grew up, she was going to be aRead the whole post >>

A shadow of my former self

I just want to give a shout out to the St. Brigid’s Moms’ Group in case I have any new visitors in this space. Thank you for the warm reception. I enjoyed my visit to your beautiful parish and hope to be back someday! — I’m very grateful to be an at-home mom, and usuallyRead the whole post >>