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Why I let my garden go this summer.
I've been dreading sharing this post for the past two months, but this is real life. Rewind two months ago when we excitedly got the news...
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Sep 30, 20253 min read


Embracing the Beauty of Tradition: Why Every Catholic Woman Should Choose to Veil
In a fast-paced world that often emphasizes modern trends over time-honored practices, the tradition of veiling stands out as a...
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Aug 18, 20253 min read


Running a Small Family Business: Catholic Values in Action
Starting and running a small family business can be both rewarding and challenging. For many families, it is not just about making a...
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Jul 15, 20255 min read


Raising Catholic Kids in Tradition: Top Tips and Tricks
Raising children in a faith-filled environment can be both rewarding and challenging. As parents, we want to instill values that will...
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Jul 15, 20255 min read


Homesteading for Beginners: A Catholic Family's Journey
Homesteading is more than just a trend; it is a way of life that many families are embracing. For our Catholic family, it has become a...
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Jul 15, 20255 min read


On the Laser This Week - St. Nicholas Ornaments
Whenever my husband gets a day of rest, he's busy designing on the laser. We recently visited my family for Thanksgiving where he had a...
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Mar 22, 20253 min read


How to Homeschool 4 Kids at Once
When we first started this journey 8 years ago, I had no idea what we were doing. I signed us up for the first Catholic box curriculum I...
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Dec 3, 20245 min read


Taking kiddos to Mass alone!
We try to do everything together as a family, but sometimes the kiddos and I find ourselves at Mass without my husband. There are a few...
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Nov 30, 20245 min read


How we Source Organic Food from Azure Standard
How do I feed our large and growing family? This question is at the forefront of my brain and will be for years to come. I will lead you...
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Nov 7, 20243 min read


Raising Tough Kids
Welcome to our family blog where we bring you along on our journey of rediscovering lost skills and raising tough kids. Let's get strait...
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Oct 21, 20245 min read


Planting Garlic in the Fall with Kiddos
If you have never considered planting garlic in your garden, now is the time! Come along with us as we share our annual fall tradition of...
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Oct 21, 20245 min read
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