Musings of a Catholic Mom

"Happy is the husband of a good wife; the number of his days will be doubled. A loyal wife rejoices her husband, and he will complete his years in peace. A good wife is a great blessing; she will be granted among the blessings of the man who fears the Lord. Whether rich or poor, his heart is glad, and at all times his face is cheerful." Sirach 26:1-4Questions to Ponder:What improvements can I make to become a more stable, competent, and confident wife?Have I ever told my husband that I want to prioritize seeing things from his worldview more? When was the last time I did this?What can I do in our marriage to make it amazing?

"The garden affords a beautiful emblem of a Christian's continual progress in the path of virtue. Plants always mount upwards, and never stop in their growth till they have attained to that maturity which the Author of nature has prescribed. So in a Christian, everything ought to carry him toward that perfection which the sanctity of his state requires; and every desire of his soul, every action of his life should be a step advancing to this in a direct line."-Fr. Alban ButlerQuestions to ponder:Do I want things in my life to just work or do I want them to be great?How can I re-arrange things in my life to make the things that should be great that way?Is there anything in my life that works but could be better if I just made different choices?

"The wife is the sun of the family. But what happens when the family is deprived of that sun? When the wife, continuously, even in the most intimate circumstances, does not hesitate to make known what great sacrifices she makes for married life. What happens to her lovable sweetness when, because of an excessively severe upbringing, unbridled irritability, and an angry coldness of countenance and speech, suffocate in the children the hope of finding happiness and joyful solace in their mother? What happens when she sadly does not else but disturb and embitter the loyal unity of the family circle with sharp tones, complaints and reprovals. Both spouses thus go to seek elsewhere the peace, rest, and pleasure denied them in their own home. You see, O wives, to what an extent you are responsible for the harmony and happiness of the home." - Pope Pius XIIQuestions to Ponder:When was the last time I said "I love you" to my parents?Is there something that my parents have said or done that I refuse to forgive?What is one small way I can bring greater peace to my relationship with my parents?

“Nothing great is ever achieved without much enduring.” - St. Catherine of SienaQuestions to Ponder:What does God want me to focus on today?Am I looking for an easy way out for things in my life I just need to commit to doing?How can I rearrange things in my life to help me to be more present in the moment?  

"This is the business of our life: by effort and by toil, by prayer and supplication, to advance in the grace of God, till we come to that height of perfection in which with clean hearts we may behold God." - St. AugustineQuestions to ponder:Am I truly prioritizing my vocation as wife and mother above all things?How can I use my gifts and talents to bring greater joy and beauty to my vocation?What things in my life do I need to cut down or completely remove in order to make more room for the Lord and my family?

It's been about a month since we welcomed our fifth born child and first daughter. In this episode I share some thoughts and reflections I've had during this time of change and transition!Questions or comments? Email [email protected]

In todays episode I talk about why one may be compelled to gossip and a few perspectives to think about to help eradicate gossip from your life.Questions? Email: [email protected]

In this episode I talk about how the way you dress manifesting from your standards and values.Questions? Email: [email protected]

In this episode I talk about a few different ways I think that have helped me to build confidence in my motherhood and life in general.Questions? Email: [email protected]

Today in this episode I share my thoughts on two foundational priorities every parent should make as the begin to train up their young child in virtue.Questions? Email: [email protected]

In this episode I share the things I want to make a priority as I near the end of my pregnancy. Questions? Email: [email protected]

In this episode I share a few thoughts on how I view comments made about the amount of kids we have by strangers.Have questions? Email [email protected]

Today I talk about ways to be a more enjoyable wife to be around! Circling around topics about how you speak, act and disposition towards life in general!Have questions/thoughts? Email: [email protected]

Join me as I touch on perspectives that don't serve you in life.1) I can't change my mind.2) Judging the goodness of people choices based on whether it would work you.3) Being old or seasoned in life inherently makes you wiser.

In todays episode I talk about:- My interpretation of what this notions means- What is the conclusion one may come to if you're spouse doesn't change- What being the one person to change means for your personal holinessReferences:Our Lay Saints Models of Family Life by Joan Carroll Cruz

Do you struggle with anger? Well, you aren't alone! Join me as I muse about the following:- How I see anger and what I tell myself about it- Things I’ve learned to help me get over itQuestions? Email: [email protected]

This episode touches on the topic of parenting. In particular, discipline. Join me as I muse about approaches to discipline, the topic of physical punishment and more! Questions? Email: [email protected]

A few tips to help improve your communication in marriage and with others. I am very much still on the journey, but hopefully a few of my thoughts might be helpful!Questions or inquiries? Email: [email protected]

Questions or inquiries? Email: [email protected]'m striving to be an awesome mom! These are the two beliefs that motivate to be that: 1) I am building a legacy and 2) Being an excellent mother will make me into a high calibre woman.

In this episode, I talk about prayer as a busy mom as well as how we structure our family prayer on a typical day.

Should Catholic families go to the beach, swimming, the pool? In this episode I talk about immodesty at the beach, approaches to handling temptations with our kids and my personal thoughts on the matter.--Journey along side me as I share my musings on marriage, motherhood and family life. My hope is to give you some good food for thought and encouragement as I adventure through this beautiful vocation.Questions? Email: [email protected]

Journey along side me as I share my musings on marriage, motherhood and family life. My hope is to give you some good food for thought and encouragement as I adventure through this beautiful vocation.

Journey along side me as I share my musings on marriage, motherhood and family life. My hope is to give you some good food for thought and encouragement as I adventure through this beautiful vocation.

Journey along side me as I share my musings on marriage, motherhood and family life. My hope is to give you some good food for thought and encouragement as I adventure through this beautiful vocation.

Journey along side me as I share my musings on marriage, motherhood and family life. My hope is to give you some good food for thought and encouragement as I adventure through this beautiful vocation. 

Journey along side me as I share my musings on marriage, motherhood and family life. My hope is to give you some good food for thought and encouragement as I adventure through this beautiful vocation. 

Journey along side me as I share my musings on marriage, motherhood and family life. My hope is to give you some good food for thought and encouragement as I adventure through this beautiful vocation. 

Journey along side me as I share my musings on marriage, motherhood and family life. My hope is to give you some good food for thought and encouragement as I adventure through this beautiful vocation. 

Journey along side me as I share my musings on marriage, motherhood and family life. My hope is to give you some good food for thought and encouragement as I adventure through this beautiful vocation. 

Journey along side me as I share my musings on marriage, motherhood and family life. My hope is to give you some good food for thought and encouragement as I adventure through this beautiful vocation.