We've had a big Pro-Life sign in our garage since the '04 election. George W. Bush. Remember him? I wondered out loud if we should put it on our lawn today, second-guessing myself every step of the way. Who wants to be thought of as a zealot by her neighbors? And then Felicity in all her 11-year-old frankness said, "If you don't put it out, how can … [Read more...]
Respect LIFE
Our priest talked about Respect Life Sunday during his homily today, and that reminded me to tell you that... October Baby is on Netflix Instant View right now! My older girls and I watched it last night. Loved it every bit as much as the first time. Happy Sunday, everyone! Have a blessed & beautiful week. … [Read more...]
Tempted…
...on low-comment days to think this blog is all stuff and nonsense. There is more to me than a ghoulish green face, I promise! Today is the anniversary of finding out about our Jem. Fifteen years ago & there you go...a positive pregnancy test on the Feast of St. Francis that filled this momma's heart with joy. We spent the day (it was a … [Read more...]
“Protect Your Heart”
That’s the counsel I was given this morning after emailing a dear friend in tears. (I was the one in tears, not my friend.) (I’m assuming.) (Still, what a buzz kill for her this morning!) That’s what I get, though, for watching hidden videos taken at abortion clinics. That’s what I get for clicking through on those links. My tears fell onto … [Read more...]
David and Goliath: the Cinematic Version
So what are the chances of a small, independently produced movie doing well on the same opening weekend as a massively marketed media darling?Let's just say that the odds are not exactly in its favor.October Baby is an excellent movie with unfortunate timing. For that reason I am asking you to wait before going to The Hunger Games--wait a few weeks … [Read more...]
On the Feast of Good St. Nicholas…
...pray for an end to abortion.Also, if you live in the area, try to attend the final prayer rally at the St. Paul mega-abortuary, otherwise known as the new Planned Parenthood building.Here is a link to the flyer with more information: Prolife Prayer RallyHope to see you there!St. Nicholas, pray for us. Pray for the unborn. … [Read more...]
The Fight for Life in Minnesota cont.
A mega-abortuary is being built in the Twin Cities.I wrote about our fight to stop its construction here, and would like to share with you the latest video that has been produced by Kalley Yanta.Please take the time to watch this video and to pray for everyone involved in the abortion industry. Pray that their hearts might be softened and that they … [Read more...]
This just in…
And here’s the update:Hooray for new babies! Hooray for LIFE.Congratulations, Jen & family! … [Read more...]
The Fight for Life in Minnesota
Subtitled: A Person’s a Person… Last Wednesday, the kids and I attended a Day of Mourning at the future site of the new St. Paul abortuary. It is an enormous structure that takes up the entire block and, once it is built, will be the 3rd largest abortion provider in the U.S. In the words of Sarah Stoesz, the president and CEO of Planned … [Read more...]
Up & Coming in the Fight for Pro-Life
What are the faces of the Pro-Life movement?This is one of them.Stay tuned to see a whole lot more. … [Read more...]