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2015-01-10T21:38:01-05:00

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A Game of Cubes, Minecraft Geekery…

Last updated on: January 10, 2015 at 9:38 pm By Katrina Fernandez

… I should probably be embarrassed to admit this, being a grown woman and all, but I absolutely love playing Minecraft. I mean what’s not to love? It’s like a video game version of Legos with zombies, only there are no annoying little pieces to step on in the middle of the night. Stepping on a Lego should be part of the pain scale. When my son first told me about Minecraft and begged me to download it on our... Read more

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2015-01-10T21:38:01-05:00

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So There Was This One Time I Was On A Diet…

Last updated on: January 10, 2015 at 9:38 pm By Katrina Fernandez

… Then I ate an entire bag of Doritos for dinner. But I have a legitimate excuse. We’d been snowed in for three days and it was all that was left in the cabinets. That’s a lie. I gave up that diet looooong before Christmas. Today my co-workers brought two dozen doughnuts to work to share. Last week it was a strawberry cream cake. It’s their fault I’m fat. OK, that’s another lie. While I was eating doughnuts for lunch... Read more

You Can't Spell "DIET" Without "DIE"

2015-01-10T21:38:01-05:00

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I Hate Flowers…

Last updated on: January 10, 2015 at 9:38 pm By Katrina Fernandez

… I hate flowers. Specifically, I hate those overpriced bouquets that professional florists sell. You know the ones that costs a hundred dollars and look about as natural as a Thomas Kinkade painting. The most beautiful bunch of flowers I ever saw was a handful of wildflowers picked off the side of the road from one of those state sponsored government beautification initiatives. I am pretty sure it’s illegal to pick them, but damn, those were some mighty pretty flowers.... Read more

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2017-01-25T19:00:58-05:00

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St. Rita Monastery in Italy Helps Brides Who Can’t Afford Gowns…

Last updated on: January 25, 2017 at 7:00 pm By Katrina Fernandez

I’ve been emotionally all over the map this week, and this news article made me have all kinds of feels. It’s got nuns, new brides, and beautiful bridal gowns. It’s full of hope and love and promise. Just reading it makes me proud to be Catholic. I may be a divorced old spinster but I still love weddings and happy couples. I also adore St. Rita and owe much to her intercession. Plus, the nun featured in this story sounds... Read more

My Religion is Cooler Than Yours

Nun Gazing

2015-01-10T21:38:02-05:00

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15 Minute Game Of Thrones Season 4 Teaser…

Last updated on: January 10, 2015 at 9:38 pm By Katrina Fernandez

… Brace yourselves. Read more

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2015-01-10T21:38:02-05:00

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Girly Blather, Another Makeup Edition…

Last updated on: January 10, 2015 at 9:38 pm By Katrina Fernandez

… Dear men, I am about to blather on. Please divert your attentions elsewhere. Here’s a start… How to dress a deer. OK, ladies, now that we have the place all to ourselves, let’s talk about makeup and get all girly. I’m always excited when I find new products that actually do what they advertise because then I can justify the splurge. First let me start off by telling you about this wonderful face spackle, L’Oreal Revitalift Miracle Blur instant... Read more

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2015-01-10T21:38:02-05:00

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Friday Free Stuff…

Last updated on: January 10, 2015 at 9:38 pm By Katrina Fernandez

… Do you dream of going to Rome for the canonization this spring? Now here’s your shot. CatholicVote.org is hosting a giveaway vacation for two to Rome. Enter here for your chance to win. Want more free? How about a chance to win over 100 free books from Brandon Vogt. He’s such a giver. Don’t worry if you don’t win the trip. You can always visit the Sistine Chapel from the comfort of your living room with the Vatican’s virtual... Read more

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2017-01-26T19:14:41-05:00

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Fine Art Friday and Airedale Terriers…

Last updated on: January 26, 2017 at 7:14 pm By Katrina Fernandez

Because I’m partial to Airedale terriers. Did you know that an Airedale terrier was the first “first dog” of a president to get regular press coverage? My that’s a handsome looking dog, that Laddie Boy is. Not unlike my own… with hims kissy widdle pup face. I’m referring to the dog, of course. Not the boy child. Other awesome Airedales, Paddy the Wanderer. Read more

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2015-01-10T21:38:02-05:00

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More on Religious Ed…

Last updated on: January 10, 2015 at 9:38 pm By Katrina Fernandez

Here’s the thing about religious education. Kids need it. Whether we can agree they need to receive this instruction from a nun, a priest, a lay person who’s a certified Catechist, or from their parents, they most definitely need it. And they need it presented to them properly. These are the foundations of life long faith we’re building here, so children’s formation is a serious business. That’s why I truly appreciate all the thoughtful debate. Joanne McPortland writes in What’s... Read more

Church Teaching

2017-01-26T22:39:33-05:00

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A Potpourri of Popery…

Last updated on: January 26, 2017 at 10:39 pm By Katrina Fernandez

Image, News.Va The Pope’s message for Lent 2014; an invitation to evangelical poverty in our time. “Dear Brothers and Sisters, As Lent draws near, I would like to offer some helpful thoughts on our path of conversion as individuals and as a community. These insights are inspired by the words of Saint Paul: ‘For you know the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, that though he was rich, yet for your sake he became poor, so that by his poverty... Read more

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