Journal

The Christmas Song That Always Makes Me Cry

On our first Christmas as a married couple, I asked Matthew about his favorite Christmas song. Mine has always been The First Noel. To me, it captures the very essence of Christmas—a sacred night when Jesus was born, humbly and quietly. The song gently reminds us that beneath the glitter and grandeur of today’s celebrations ...

Patience, Yogurt, and Life’s Sweet Lessons

I prepare a special yogurt concoction for Andrew—a mix of Greek yogurt, homemade date paste, coconut, honey, and chia seeds. It’s the second time I’m making it. The first time, Andrew devoured it. Let me tell you, it is pretty good. I’m not a chef or a snack connoisseur, but I bet it would be ...

33 Days to Eucharistic Glory With Me – Days 23 to 33

This is a three-part post:– Part 1 – Days 1-11– Part 2 – Days 12-22– Part 3 – Days 23-33 DAY 23 – THE LAST SUPPER It’s undoubtedly foolish to transgress against the first three Commandments and ignorant to belittle the Institution of the Eucharist. Yet, none of that pain compares to witnessing the mockery ...

Faith Over Plans: Embracing God’s Will in Pregnancy

I don’t have a birth plan because it’s unnecessary. Instead of offering pause, it commands action. Instead of focusing on what’s important, it distracts with extras. Instead of comfort, it brings anxiety. Most importantly, it contradicts the theme of this pregnancy: total surrender to God.