An Almost Thanksgiving 7QT

So we (meaning my mom and I) are deep in the middle of a pre-Thanksgiving cleaning, but Charlotte refused a nap and is super duper fussy, so she’s eating an early dinner of cereal, and I’m taking a break to type out some quick takes. 1.We host my family each year for Thanksgiving and it … Read more

Light of Heaven

This post contains affiliate links. Read the full disclosure here. I’ve been a fan of Adalee Hude’s art for some time now, following her on instagram and drooling over her beautiful prints, so when I found out she was publishing her first ever children’s book, I got very excited. If you’ve read any of my … Read more

A Snowy 7QTs

This post contains an affiliate link. See the full disclosure here. Winter has arrived in Michigan. And with it has come the clouds, the perpetual gray, and the snow. So here are our snowy and dreary quick takes. 1. Snow. In November. We got about 6 inches here, all of which fell upon our piles … Read more

Why Praying with the Holy Spirit Matters

This post contains affiliate links. See the whole disclosure here. I first encountered St. Teresa of Avila when I was 18. A young college freshman, I found my home at Emory’s Catholic Center, where there was a vibrant, charismatic community. It was there I learned to pray, to listen, to understand what God’s voice sounded … Read more

The Best Montessori Fine Motor Skills DIY Work for Your Toddler

Montessori fine motor skills

Charlotte’s current favorite activity, or work as Montessori would call it, while the kids have their lessons is one that has engaged all three of my kids. I’m not sure what to call it, as it’s a DIY work and doesn’t really have a name, but it’s the perfect Montessori activity for practicing fine motor … Read more

7QT

A quick run down on our week, while 2 of the kiddos are napping. This post contains affiliate links. Click here for the full disclosure. 1.For the last couple of years a few moms and I have been getting together to read, and chat, and pray together. It’s a gift to me to be able … Read more