I have been exploring Catholicism for awhile now. I collect rosaries, and some Catholic teachings really appeal to me, so it makes sense to explore. One I get caught up on though, is the Catholic requirement to be "open to life" - to not use any form of contraception, and be willing to have more … Continue reading Catholicism and Contraception
Tag: marriage
Long Day
This morning Craig left for El Salvador. I woke up before he did and didn't manage to fall back asleep until after his plane took off at 6. My father in law arrived last night to take my daughter to school this morning. I am so glad he's here. For some reason, maybe the bad … Continue reading Long Day
Long Days Alone
Angelica has started school, so I am settling in to long days at home alone. There's plenty to do, but time to rest too. Being at home when your kids go to school is a nice break. I miss homeschooling and having her with me all day, but this is a lot less stress. Yesterday … Continue reading Long Days Alone
Riding the Rollercoaster
If I could show you my mood graph, you would see few jagged peaks interspersed with long valleys lately. Functioning has been difficult. However, over the weekend having my husband here has been a balm to my soul. We've gotten important shopping done, watched the new Jurassic World, and worked on the house. He went … Continue reading Riding the Rollercoaster
7 Things I Love About My Husband
1. He makes me tie-dye dresses. I want a whole wardrobe of them! 2. He always helps me out when I need it. 3. His keen intellect. He keeps me sharp. 4. He sends me romantic messages with cute nicknames all the time. 5. Craig kisses me goodbye before he goes into work in the … Continue reading 7 Things I Love About My Husband
Mommy Daughter Date
Today Angelica and I hung out. I took her to the fabric store with me, and we bought a ton of fabric. I let her get a yard of any fabric she chose, as well as a quarter. I got a bunch of rainbow fabrics to use as photo backdrops. Then I surprised her with … Continue reading Mommy Daughter Date
Christian Headcovering
For several years I wore an infinity veil or a mantilla daily as a symbol of submission, because of the angels, and because 1 Corinthians 11 teaches women should not pray with their heads uncovered (and we are to pray without ceasing). In the Christian faith, beautiful, Holy, life giving things are veiled. That includes … Continue reading Christian Headcovering
On our way to our new home
It's our third day of driving to our new home. We will arrive today, though we won't get the keys to our new house until tomorrow. I want to make the most of our new adventure. We just came from Aquidneck Island in Rhode Island. The island was cute and sweet, but I was mostly … Continue reading On our way to our new home
Patriarchy
I'm reading Timothy J. Gordon's book, "The Case for Patriarchy," and I love it. Christian patriarchy is a beautiful thing. It forbids spousal abuse while promoting male headship. My husband is my leader and the head of our household. I obey him, and he loves me like Christ loves His bride the church. I don't … Continue reading Patriarchy
Life at Home 