I recently did that thing again where I shared a meme on Facebook that I kicked myself for later. The basic idea of the meme was that all of my problems would be solved if some kind soul would just come and pat me on the back, give me some chocolate, and hand me a check for a few million ... Read More about How NOT to Talk about Money
Humble Handmaid Blog Archives
When Our Husbands Save Us from Ourselves (and a printable!)
Michael recently saved me from myself again. The school year had started. I was doing that thing where you think if you just sort of step up your game a little, you can add some major new responsibilities to your life and everything will work out just fine. I thought I could keep up with my ... Read More about When Our Husbands Save Us from Ourselves (and a printable!)
Episode 12: The Simple Life
My dear friend and fellow blogger Katie Sciba joins me for her second interview here on The Right Heart, and I think you're going to love our great conversation about the why, where, how-to and how-awesome of intentionally living a more simple life. Katie is a pleasure to have on the show. She's ... Read More about Episode 12: The Simple Life
A quiet growing time
I read this post recently over at my friend Lauren Warner's blog, Sipping Lemonade, and this quote from that post struck me: “In this time of extraordinary pressure, educational and social, perhaps a mother’s first duty to her children is to secure for them… a quiet growing time.” -Charlotte ... Read More about A quiet growing time
Episode 11: Back to the Heart of Catholic Parenting
My guest for the episode, Colleen Duggan, was just as lovely to talk to as I thought she would be. I love how down-to-earth she is. Her balance and honesty make for a refreshing episode that brings us all back to the same page when it comes to Catholic parenting. She reminds us that there are a ... Read More about Episode 11: Back to the Heart of Catholic Parenting
Turning prose into heroic verse
If you have followed Humble Handmaid for a while, you probably aren't surprised to see a St. Josemaria quote today. He is one of my favorite saints. God doesn't promise us an easy life, but he does promise us a meaningful life. St. Josemaria's writings helped me to understand something the Church ... Read More about Turning prose into heroic verse
I’m learning to sail
I've been learning to sail. I was tired of waiting for good weather and calm waters. It's hard work. I get wet and weary and discouraged. The skills of virtue needed to sail straight and true in choppy waters are tough to learn. At times the sky seems like it will be dark forever, and the ... Read More about I’m learning to sail
Episode 13: Wisdom for the Working Catholic Mom
This episode is a treasure for any mother. Guest Dr. Mary Wallace has been a full-time working mom since her first child was born. Her inspiring story gives encouragement and grace to every mom who struggles to say "yes" to God's plan for her life, whether you work as a stay-at-home mother, or ... Read More about Episode 13: Wisdom for the Working Catholic Mom
My superhero homeschooler
This week, God sent me a little superhero to save me from my insecurity and fear. I had to take all three kids to meet Gabe's new Kindergarten teacher at school on Wednesday morning, and I dreaded having to take Faith with me...mostly out of guilt and fear. We love our parish's Catholic ... Read More about My superhero homeschooler