Dogs and Holy Leisure
On this Feast of St. Francis of Assisi, the patron of animals, a quick post recollecting on how a dog ushered a bit of holy leisure into our lives.
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Come away and rest a while
It’s been almost two years since Joel or I have shared any new content on this site. Wow, two years? I really didn’t think it had been that long. It’s not like we set about to intentionally take a break. It just organically happened. In hindsight, necessarily happened. As Jesus says in the Gospel of Mark 6:31: Come away by yourselves to a deserted place and rest a while.
A Field Guide For The Daily Acts of Catholic Life
“I grew up Catholic but haven’t always been sure what it means to live out my Catholic faith beyond Sunday.” If this sounds familiar, here’s a resource for you! Even if doesn’t sound familiar, here’s a terrific resource for you: a field guide for the daily acts of Catholic life.
Easter Bits and Pieces from Das Schmidt Haus
“Enter the Tomb and Wonder!” Here’s Joel’s Easter Sunday 2016 homily and other Easter bits and pieces from Das Schmidt Haus.
The Saints Cry Over Lost Time
“Dichos” is the Spanish word for proverbs or wise sayings used in Mexican culture. One “dicho” I recently read about is “The saints cry over lost time.” It was once a popular expression often said by parents to help keep their kids on task. It’s been a helpful saying, not so much for keeping my kids on task, but motivating me to get rolling on a special project!
“All things seem possible in May” | May 18 Daybook
“The world’s favorite season is the spring. All things seem possible in May.” A daybook post full of possibilities, including finishing that half-marathon!
Do-It-Yourself Poodle Skirts
I did it! Here are the details of the DIY inexpensive homemade poodle skirts made for the sock hop fundraiser in honor of Mary’s Meals.
Springtime Photo Dump
It’s been awhile since I’ve shared photos of our family and kids, so here’s a quick photo dump. — Das Schmidt Haus, Easter 2015 — Okay, it wasn’t really Easter, and Cy, Iowa State’s mascot, didn’t attend church with us. But let’s pretend because I need an obligatory family Easter photo. Maybe I should Photoshop the … [Read more…]
Saint Tooth Fairy?
Let’s consider this post another one in the #WhyILoveMyHusband series. Here’s why. Our oldest child Lucy lost her first tooth one year ago right around Christmas. It almost caused a minor meltdown (me, not the kid) because it was just one more thing to add to my to-do list during a season that can be already hectic with … [Read more…]
The Das Schmidt Haus Baby Name Game
Stop me if you’ve heard this one before.
An ancient history professor went to the hospital to be with his wife as she gave birth to their first child. While the baby was born, the professor’s expression never changed. The child was put in the arms of his mother. Still the professor’s countenance never changed. The family moved from the delivery room to the post delivery room. Still the man’s face didn’t change; it remained bland. A nurse noticed this and asked him to go into the hall while they examined the baby.
In the hall she asked the professor, thoughtfully, “What name will you give the baby?” He replied, “Theophilus.”