by marybeth | Jun 27, 2023 | Family, Mary, Parenthood
We often hear the phrase “Parenting doesn’t come with a manual.” But what if it did? What if we trusted God as the Father that He is and sought His guidance in our parenting? I think of the times I cry out, “Lord, I wish I had a mother to guide me through this,...
by marybeth | May 12, 2023 | Mary, Parenthood
We often hear the phrase “Parenting doesn’t come with a manual.” But what if it did? What if we trusted God as the Father that He is and sought His guidance in our parenting. I think of the times I cry out, “Lord, I wish I had a mother to guide me through this—someone...
by marybeth | Feb 14, 2023 | Family, Marriage, Parenthood
My husband and I got caught in a moment the other day, and I hope that and many moments like it stay with my daughter. It all started with me walking into my closet to grab a sweater as the house was chilly in the morning. Our closet is connected to the laundry room,...
by marybeth | Sep 8, 2022 | Family, Keeping Kids Catholic, Parenthood
Pondering our need to model both good behavior at Mass and a good attitude about attending Mass for our children. Do you have a child who hates going to Mass on Sunday? Do you dread sounding the “One hour till we leave for Mass alarm” because of the grumbling? Is...
by marybeth | Jul 28, 2022 | Family, Mercy and Suffering, Parenthood
I’m walking in a new role lately of daughter and parent to my father as he ages, and the stakes are high as I realize my children are watching this process. Not every parent/child relationship is easy. Clearly that is an understatement, as I ponder the different...
by marybeth | May 6, 2022 | Family, Life, Mary, Parenthood
I’ve been reflecting lately on Mary’s role as a mother. Specifically on her role as a mother during the preaching years of Jesus and after His ascension into heaven, as her mothering years did not stop. Indeed, perhaps these were her mightiest years as she...
