A BIT ASKEW

My boys had the opportunity to train in martial arts at a young age. It was hard work, but they loved it. Their heroes, I mean...

Any gardener will say the best way to grow a garden is with the right amount of fertilizer. Life is much the same way. I cannot grow my...

Some days I feel broken. It is Easter, and I know that my Redeemer lives, but I am a doll on a shelf. I am worn out and waiting to be...

My thoughts, words, and deeds are many times reliant on who am with and what circumstances have unfolded before me. In college there was...

I have a few long-running wishes. If I could go back and change that one thing, I would. I wish I had beautiful teeth like my friends....

As my daughter's First Holy Communion approaches, I find myself remembering my own special day. I had a beautiful dress and accessories....

This past week and a half have been full. Other adjectives include crazy, overwhelming, oppressive, insane, daunting, and cruel. Today...

I have always tried to teach my children to treat others the way they want to be treated. Many times they treat others the way they wish...

My son went to his spring formal last night. There was an after party. There were some antics that can only be described as inspired by...

My boys have a YouTube show called Zaknapped. The protagonist is on the run and is unfailingly joyful. It contrasts with their other...

Ember Days are days set aside for fasting and prayer at the change of each season. Apparently, a good confession wasn't enough back in...

As a new Mom, I endeavored to baby-proof my home. As my children grew, I told them not to play with fire and knives. Today, their...

I was told two things about marriage when I was a child: If a girl has a happy childhood, she will marry someone who reminds her of her...

Every day my little girl asks if she can be in charge of the day. She plans the most elaborate events with going to a donut shop for...

Historically, men have had it rough. They go out, they face challenges, they make sacrifices, they come home. Whether that be hunting...

I find that, as an adult, a higher authority chafes a bit. When I am in agreement with the individual, I am all in, holding nothing back....

Yesterday I began the overwhelming process of spring cleaning. In the midst of the clutter, I found a gem. It was a candle with a quote...

I have found that the world tells me to eat less meat. And less dairy. And less bread. And no sweets at all. I tried something on...

A long illness, a long celebration, and a series of activities have one thing in common. It is difficult putting everything back in...

During the Easter Season, there are a lot of beautiful readings about Jesus coming to reassure His disciples. My favorite is what I like...