One of the things I mightily struggle with is trying to instill virtue in my kids. I have tried several different ways and methods of doing so and none of them have felt right or stuck with our family for very long. I received a message from Monica Speach about her Catholic character program, Program […] Read more…
My Favorite Catholic History Curriculum for Elementary — New from TAN Homeschool
One of my favorite subjects to teach/learn with the kids is history. We have enjoyed Story of the World for a few years now, along with many classic stories from books like Little Stories of Famous American’s and 50 Famous People. This year, when TAN Homeschool emailed me about their new Catholic elementary history curriculum called […] Read more…
Lent 2016 – Fasting, Prayers, Almsgiving & Other Traditions
I don’t know about you, but I always have these great ideas for Lent that rarely get followed through on. Will I do any better this year? Am I supposed to? If you’ve ever been to my little home on the web (or my physical house) before, you probably know that when something needs to […] Read more…
January Liturgical Living – Catholic Feasts, Saints & Solemnities
It might be January, but the Christmas season is just getting started! It’s good to be Catholic ;). This month’s focus is on the Holy Name of Jesus and it starts with a Holy Day of Obligation. 1/1 – Mary, Mother of God 1/6 – Epiphany (moved to the nearest Sunday in the US) 1/8 […] Read more…
Advent & Christmas Traditions, Tips, and Books
Yes, it’s a bit early to be wishing you a Merry Christmas, but I’ve decided to take the month of December off from blogging this year. I am going to enjoy my family and savor the preparation for Christmas this year and I hope you can do the same! If you are looking for some […] Read more…
December Liturgical Living – Catholic Feasts, Saints & Solemnities
As if you needed to add more to December, I’m going to share a few of my favorite Marian feasts, saints & solemnities anyway :). In addition to Advent & the 12 Days of Christmas, there are several feasts days we celebrate in addition to Christmas. 12/6 – St. Nicholas 12/8 – the Immaculate Conception […] Read more…
Books, Food & Fun for All Saints Day {Saint Picture Book Club}
All Saints Day is almost here and I’m excited to have so. many. good Saint stories to read to my children! I almost wish it fell during the week because I would be much more likely to get some special things done. Favorite Saint Stories for All Saints Day For littlest saints in the making, […] Read more…
Saint Mother Teresa – Saint Picture Book Club {September 2015}
Wow! It’s been a super busy week and this Saturday doesn’t seem to be any less busy even though it’s the feast day for St. Mother Teresa! I did want to share with you my quick thoughts and a few food ideas for celebrating the feast day of Mother Teresa. After all, don’t you read […] Read more…
September 2015 Saint Picture Book Club Pick Revealed — Saint Mother Teresa!
The book for the Saint Picture Book Club for September is from a legendary author illustrator of children’s biographies — Demi. I have seen her books pop up on MANY a recommended reading list, but this is the first I have purchased. I was not disappointed! The September saint is St. Mother Teresa and her feast […] Read more…
A Comprehensive Bible with References from the Catholic Catechism and more!
Disclaimer: I received a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. This post contains affiliate links. Thank you for your support! If you read CatholicMom.com, you may have seen my love for the new Didache Bible (NSRV). If not, no worries. The Midwest Theological Forum sent me a copy of the NABRE […] Read more…