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The Lazy Daze of Summer

by Filed Under: Family Fun, Health & Wellness, Minnesota Me, Special Events 12 Comments

Ha. I’m totally joking with that title because the past two weeks have been anything but that.We did it, though. Once again, we survived swim camp.It wouldn’t be that big of a deal—getting five kids and a mom out the door for four days in a row, or making sure that they all had sandals, suits & towels on their person, or packing snacks to keep … [Read more...]

For Moms & Dads & Families: Three Great Resources for your Fun & Faith

by Filed Under: Minnesota Me, Parenting, Reviews, Spiritual Growth 8 Comments

Do you, like me, spend much of your summer planning out your fall agenda? Are you, like me, always in the market for a great Catholic curriculum? Have I got a link for you!Family Formation is a K-6 Catholic religious education program used by families and parishes across the U.S. and Canada. It is a family-based catechesis that comes complete with … [Read more...]

Our Journey North

by Filed Under: Minnesota Me, Special Events 12 Comments

We’ve been away to my home state.Our trip included, but was not limited to:My niece’s wedding;~The bride & groom ~Are they not too cute?On the same day as my nephew (and godson’s) 21st birthday;My nephew and his sister, my niece.(Do you like how I incorporate the “No duh!” factor into my posts?) All on the same day as a massive downpour.Was … [Read more...]

Part II of Sister, Can I Lend a Dime?

by Filed Under: Minnesota Me, Motherhood, Spiritual Growth 38 Comments

Subtitled: The Payless SaintRead Part I here.“Out to the van, kids,” I directed.“But--” Joe was confused until he saw my face. “Come on, everybody. Let’s go.”Now I’ll admit that paying full price for five pairs of kids’ shoes—at Payless, no less—would not have broken our budget. I am sure that part of my reaction stemmed from pride…and anger. I had … [Read more...]

Sister, Can I Lend a Dime?

by Filed Under: Minnesota Me, Motherhood, Spiritual Growth 12 Comments

Subtitled: Of all things, shoes. Many are the moments that we plan because they’re “bloggable.” That’s the way it is—or rather, becomes—when you have a blog. It’s a bit embarrassing to acknowledge up front but there you have it.Other events take us unawares. We are caught, guard down, by one of life’s fastballs. We are knocked flat to the ground … [Read more...]