Miracle Monday: “Aren’t I Beautiful?”

Today I stumbled on this story from columnist Joe Orso (LaCrosse Tribune), who talks about a teacher who finds a naked kindergarten child with Down Syndrome in a school bathroom . . . and who still remembers the inspiring encounter years later. I thought I’d pass along the joy! Click here: share Posted using ShareThis

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New Theory Of Autism Suggests Symptoms Or Disorder May Be Reversible

“The central tenet of the theory, published in the March issue of Brain Research Reviews, is that autism is a developmental disorder caused by impaired regulation of the locus coeruleus, a bundle of neurons in the brain stem that processes sensory signals from all areas of the body. “The new theory stems from decades of [...]

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School Daze: What’s Best for Your Child?

Today at F&F I posted a short reflection about how to handle the pressure from friends and family to choose a particular educational model — public schooling, private schooling, or home schooling — for our kids. As I observe there, today we celebrate the feast of St. Monica, mother of St. Augustine (who was always [...]

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Weekend Ponderings: Uncertainties and Surprises

At midnight, there was a cry, ‘Behold, the bridegroom!  Come out to meet him!’ Then all those virgins got up and trimmed their lamps. The foolish ones said to the wise, ‘Give us some of your oil, for our lamps are going out.’ But the wise ones replied, ‘No, for there may not be enough [...]

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Let’s Pray Today … for Adoptive Parents Everywhere

I’ve received several private e-mails this week from prospective adoptive parents whose children seem to be taking “the long way home” — their paperwork delayed, or the process disrupted altogether. Please offer with me today this “Prayer for Adoptive Parents,” for all adoptive and foster parents who are struggling in their vocation … won’t you? [...]

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National Council for Adoption Names Mary Robinson New President

The National Council for Adoption is an important organization to support if you are concerned about the thousands of children in the U.S. in need of permanent, loving homes. NCFA has consistently advocated for the needs of all three sides of the adoption triad with a truly pro-life position – I heartily endorse them. Mary Robinson Named President [...]

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Wee Cook Wednesday: Edible Footballs and Soccer Balls!

Looking for a fun treat for your next school game or tailgate party?  I found this great recipe in the September 2002 issue of “Family Fun” magazine, contributed by Ken Haerich … Enjoy! 1/2 C unsalted butter, room temp 4 Tbls shortening 1/2 C sugar 1/3 C light brown sugar 2 egg yolks (from large eggs) [...]

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