He makes all things new

Most of the folks who will read this blog probably read the blog I wrote during my time preparing for and in Kenya, A Servant's Song. I really enjoyed sharing my spiritual journey in written form, and I've recently been thinking about how I could continue to do so - and not just be "another mommy blog."

I may not be a Pinterest-worthy chef, or an Etsy artist, but I do manage to find God in my kitchen (no, He wasn't hiding in the tomatoes), and especially in the special moments holding my beautiful baby girl. Parenting is a spiritual journey, and a dying to self as only other parents really understand. He truly has made me new - and I'm constantly learning more about humility, and especially love. But, I'm also the old me, too... and finding that balance is another part of the tapestry.

Sometimes I find the ride to be drastically different than I expected. My faith, lifestyle, and parenting opinions have all become melded together into something I never could have planned - an amalgamation of styles to be good stewards of the earth, devout believers, and still try to survive on a single income in one of the most expensive cities in the United States. But then again, God always has His own plan in mind...

So, I invite you to journey with me, and maybe enjoy a cup of Fair Trade tea, while we muse on the creator of the universe - and the life of a Modern Catholic Parent - Cheerios and all. Welcome!