Making the transition from Thanksgiving to Advent can be jarring. Black Friday contributes to an ugly conspicuous consumption mentality. Many radio stations seem to be blaring Christmas carols. But it isn’t Christmas… yet. It’s Advent, a time of preparation for Christmas! Toward that end, here is some great Advent music to prepare by: Mozart: Benedictus [...]

Since we’re on day number two of the twelve days, here is this precious video: H/T: The Catholic Key

I learned many years ago, after my marriage and my child arrived, that Christmas doesn’t happen without moms. Dinner wouldn’t be cooked, the presents wouldn’t be wrapped or bought, the house wouldn’t be decorated, the lights wouldn’t go on, and the Christmas cards wouldn’t be mailed. It’s a job I have willingly taken on. I [...]

Last weekend our city held its “holiday” parade, for which I volunteered my services. From my position in the staging area, I noted with interest that I saw not one entry in the parade that had a religious theme. If there were any churches participating with floats, I didn’t see them. There were plenty of [...]