August 27, 2009
August 27, 2009
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Let’s Pray Today … for Adoptive Parents Everywhere

I’ve received several private e-mails this week from prospective adoptive parents whose children seem to be taking “the long way home” — their paperwork delayed, or the process disrupted altogether. Please offer with me today this “Prayer for Adoptive Parents,” for all adoptive and foster parents who are struggling in their vocation … won’t you? The “Prayer of Abandonment” for Adoptive Parents  Father, we abandon ourselves into your hands, to send a child … or not … as you see fit. You by whom the Word was made flesh, send us a miracle, if this is what you desire. Or lead us to her, if […]
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August 27, 2009
August 27, 2009
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National Council for Adoption Names Mary Robinson New President

The National Council for Adoption is an important organization to support if you are concerned about the thousands of children in the U.S. in need of permanent, loving homes. NCFA has consistently advocated for the needs of all three sides of the adoption triad with a truly pro-life position — I heartily endorse them. Mary Robinson Named President and CEO of the National Council For Adoption Alexandria, VA – Mary Fasenmyer Robinson of Bethesda, Maryland has been named president and chief executive officer of the National Council For Adoption (NCFA). The announcement was made today by board chairman Stan Swim, noting Ms. Robinson’s extensive experience in nonprofit development, […]
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August 20, 2009
August 20, 2009
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Simple Living: A Recipe for Life

Today I stumbled on a post by one of my favorite Extraordinary Moms, Sherry Antonetti, who has decided to close her blog “Chocolate for Your Brain.” I admire her courage — it’s not easy to stop doing (for the good of your family) something you’d much rather be doing (for yourself).  If it’s not writing, it’s something else … reading, showering, sleeping. You know what I mean. Sherry inspired me to do something that I’ve known for some time I should be doing, to make room for new challenges ahead: Conclude my tribute to the Blessed Mother, “Behold Your Mother.” I’ll also be blogging less often at […]
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August 18, 2009
August 18, 2009
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The Adventures of Glitter Girl!

Today over at “Domestic Church” I’m guest posting for Donna Marie’s “Back to School Week.” Head on over and check out “Adventures of Glitter Girl”!
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August 14, 2009
August 14, 2009
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Urgent Prayer Request: Autistic Child Missing

Please join me in prayers for the safe return of Mary Ellen’s autistic son, Ryan Barrett, who was separated from his father during a camping trip. Let your mercy be on this family, O God, as they place their trust in you! Update: Ryan’s body was found earlier today (Friday). Please pray for Mary Ellen and her entire family as they grieve the loss of their teenage son.
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August 6, 2009
August 6, 2009
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Goree Island: Twenty-five years later . . .

On Thursday at my talk for the Catholic Writers’ Conference, I’m opening with an illustration about the year I spent in Senegal, West Africa teaching ESL at Dakar Academy. In my spare time, I played in a band — a church worship team (I was Protestant at the time), playing keyboards for a group of college students from University of Dakar, most of whom spoke very little English. (They did, however, speak more English than I spoke French.) On weekends everyone piled into an old yellow VW van and go on excursions around the area. One unforgettable visit was to Goree Island, and the Slave House built by the Dutch […]
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July 31, 2009
July 31, 2009
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Weekend Ponderings: Life (and death) of young, vibrant Catholic girl inspires many to come back to the Church

Gloria Strauss was just 13 when she died of cancer. This young, vibrant Catholic has inspired many to come back to the Church. This story touched me because of how her cancer was discovered, very much the same way — and at the same age — my sister’s bone cancer was found. In Chris’ case, a horse kick make her knee swell to the size of a grapefruit (which is big, on a seven-year-old). The first doctor said it was a crushed bone … a few weeks later, they found the tumor. Chris survived, and went on to have two beautiful children (one of whom […]
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July 29, 2009
July 29, 2009
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St. Martha of Bethany: Happy Feasting!

Would you like to hear Heidi’s talk on “Kresta in the Afternoon” from the feast of St. Martha? Just click on this link!  St. Martha of Bethany has always held a special fascination for me — especially since I came across this beautiful image created by the Carmelite Sisters of Reno, who make some of the most beautiful greeting cards I’ve ever seen.  (If you are in the market for notecards, please head over to their website and purchase a few — this one was just eighty cents!) This afternoon at 3:20 EST, Al Kresta has invited me to come over to the studio and […]
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July 28, 2009
July 28, 2009
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Miracle Monday: Choosing Patience

I realize that Monday has now come and gone, but when I read Jennifer’s post today at “Conversion Diary” I just had to put a link to it here. The very fact that she — a mother with several young children — decided to open her home to a child in need of a family like this inspires me. That she used it as an opportunity to grow in virtue . . . Wow! If you’re in need of a little inspiration today, feeling unsure of how you’re going to get through the day without blowing a gasket, just head on over to “Conversion Diary” […]
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