Some days it feels like I fail at everything or just barely manage to hold everything together. Other days, everything falls into place perfectly and there is like a cheerful rainbow or a wonderful soundtrack following me around all day (those are so very rare!) I thought I would share some of the things that… Continue reading What’s saving me lately
Author: Clinging to the Little Way
I am a Catholic mother trying to stay on the Path to Holiness and inspire others to come along on the journey.
Weekly Recap (6.18.2020)
What I read: Turtles All The Way Down by John Green. This is the second novel that I have read by John Green. I am at 60% of the way through it on my kindle and I am liking it mostly. John Green has a wonderful writing style and easily captures you attention (aka you… Continue reading Weekly Recap (6.18.2020)
Goal Update for Week 24
1. Walk at least 500 miles this year (231 miles down and 269 to go) I completed ten miles this week by doing Bodyfit by Amy videos on YouTube, walking, and swimming at the gym. 2. Eat at least five fruits/vegetables daily (+ drink 96 oz. of water) I did this for four days last… Continue reading Goal Update for Week 24
Weekly Recap (6.12.2020)
What I read: I read A Curse So Dark and Lonely. It is a sci-fi/fantasy retelling of the classic Beauty and the Beast story. I actually really enjoyed the book after I pushed through the beginning. The story follows Harper, a girl from our world, who is kidnapped and taken to a country in another… Continue reading Weekly Recap (6.12.2020)
Frugal Summer Fun Challenge 2020 (Week 1)
We found quite a few things to do last week and here they are: 1. Yard Sales We were beyond thrilled that the thrift store opened up a few weeks ago. Now that yard sale season is finally starting to pick up, we made sure to take advantage and do a little shopping together this… Continue reading Frugal Summer Fun Challenge 2020 (Week 1)
Weekly Recap (6.5.2020)
What I read: I started Jane Eyre. Emma (15 years old) finished Unwanteds 2: Island of Silence. Ben (8 years old) is reading Stink Moody: Hamlet and Cheese and finished The Last Kids on Earth. **He really enjoys Judy Moody and Stink Moody books. We have continuously read them again and again for bedtime since… Continue reading Weekly Recap (6.5.2020)
Frugal Summer Fun Challenge 2020
We did a Summer Fun Challenge last year and had such a fun time, that we decided to have another one. I feel we especially need one this year since most of the activities my children love to do during the summer (going to a local waterpark, movies, VBS, etc.) will not be happening. So… Continue reading Frugal Summer Fun Challenge 2020
Goal Update for Week 22
1. Walk at least 500 miles this year (211 miles down and 289 to go) I completed ten miles this week by doing Bodyfit by Amy videos on YouTube and walking outside in this beautiful weather we have been having. 2. Eat at least five fruits/vegetables daily (+ drink 96 oz. of water) I did… Continue reading Goal Update for Week 22
Weekly Recap (5.29.2020)
What I read: I started The Cloister Walk and A Precious Jewel. Emma (15 years old) finished Unwanteds 2: Island of Silence. Ben (8 years old) is reading Stink Moody and The Great Guinea Pig Express. What I watched: House Hunters International, Parks and Recreation, and Justified. Blessings this week: -The weather was finally warm… Continue reading Weekly Recap (5.29.2020)
Goal Update for Week 21
1. Walk at least 500 miles this year (201 miles down and 299 to go) I completed ten miles this week by doing Bodyfit by Amy videos on YouTube and walking outside in this beautiful weather we have been having. **This week I did her Kettlebell Arms and Abs, Dumbbell Body Burner, and Pilates. 2.… Continue reading Goal Update for Week 21
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