The Paradox of Loss and Life
Abby: The moment I woke up Monday morning I knew something was off. I felt so agitated and overwhelmed. My head was spinning as I thought...
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Abby Thomas
- Jan 22
- 3 min
A Cry for Help from One Baby to Another
“Hello Abby, any news on that baby yet? If not, you can join us for the March for life on Sunday. That will for sure get things...
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Leah Brix
- Jan 15
- 2 min
The Heartbreak of a Mother
Imagine for a moment that you are a young pregnant woman… if you aren’t actually a woman go ahead and picture yourself as the spouse of...
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Abby Thomas
- Jan 8
- 2 min
Star of Wonder, Star of Might
The visitation of the Three Wise Men has always been a mystery to me. I remember trying to process how these three guys knew about the...
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- Jan 1
- 3 min
A Father's Love
I renew my Consecration to Mary every day but I officially made my DeMonfort Consecration to Mary with my wife Shirley 40 years ago. Leah...
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Leah Brix
- Dec 25, 2022
- 3 min
What Child is This? A Helpless Newborn
The carolers were singing, incense was rising, and the candles chased away the darkness that cold Christmas Eve. It was a beautiful mass...
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Abby Thomas
- Dec 18, 2022
- 3 min
The Comfort of Mary's Lap
As a first time mom, it is really hard to sift through all of the research, opinions, and personal testimonies that come my way. On top...
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Leah Brix
- Dec 11, 2022
- 3 min
This is My Body Given Up for You
I struggle to keep my eyes open and wonder where all my energy went. I take a pregnancy test and see the double lines. Ready or not, my...
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Abby Thomas
- Dec 4, 2022
- 3 min
The Secret Pact of Pregnancy
If there is one thing in the entire world my phlegmatic husband can not stand…its small talk. His ideal haircut would be sitting in...
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Leah Brix
- Nov 27, 2022
- 3 min
When the Angels Held Their Breath
The first Sunday of Advent is upon us, which marks the first day of the new liturgical year. The word Advent means “coming” or “arrival.”...
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Abby Thomas
- Nov 20, 2022
- 2 min
An Attitude of Gratitude
The week of Thanksgiving always stirs up conversations about the people and things in our lives that we are the most grateful for. We can...
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Leah Brix
- Nov 13, 2022
- 2 min
Momento Mori
In the Kingdom of the Eternal Vast Provinces number three All sights set on Jerusalem the Heavenly City. Residents of the earthly realm...
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Abby Thomas
- Nov 6, 2022
- 3 min
A Path to Eternal Rest
For over a year, I have been a part of a small group that has really transformed my heart and prayer. The three of us women have become...
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Leah Brix
- Oct 30, 2022
- 3 min
My Insatiable Appetite for Learning
I have always loved learning for the sake of learning. When I cook supper, I will listen to podcasts ranging from Indigenous people in...
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Abby Thomas
- Oct 23, 2022
- 3 min
What is Next?
I have been teaching elementary music for the last 5 years, but this has been the first year that I am returning to the same school and...
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Leah Brix
- Oct 16, 2022
- 4 min
Hotdish, Hand-Me-Downs and the Hail Mary
Hotdish, hand-me-downs and the Hail Mary. A frugal mom’s journey to sainthood. Does that sound familiar to you? If it does, I would be...
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Abby Thomas
- Oct 9, 2022
- 3 min
A Gift that is Freely Given
I have super exciting news!! God gave you, yes you, a set of unique skills and gifts that He empowers you to use to further His kingdom...
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Leah Brix
- Oct 2, 2022
- 3 min
Being Afraid of the Doorbell
“Ding dong!” “Oh crap! It’s the doorbell!” I get a sinking feeling in the pit of my stomach. I am embarrassed by the rubber boots...
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Abby Thomas
- Sep 25, 2022
- 3 min
The Wounded Rivalry
Growing up, the eight Molitor sisters were divided….the ‘older girls’ and the ‘younger girls.’ I was number 6 of 8 so of course I was...
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Leah Brix
- Sep 18, 2022
- 5 min
New School Year, New Family Goals
Two weeks ago, I wrote about recalibrating my life. In case you missed it, you can find it here- Recalibrating Each Season. Every new...
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