Author Archives: Rita

To Win at what Price?

I visited my mom today. If you have been a follower of my blog for long, you know that we have had a tempestuous relationship with my extended family, since I kicked my now-ex-husband out of my house over four years ago. She took his side, ignoring the fact that he was terribly abusive toContinue reading “To Win at what Price?”

May God be on My Mind, on My Lips, and in My Heart

I’m not sure how much you know about the Catholic Church. I am, in fact, what is called a “cradle Catholic.” In other words, I was born into my Catholicism and have not strayed from it. I love going to Mass. It is the most calming and beautiful time of my week. I got toContinue reading “May God be on My Mind, on My Lips, and in My Heart”

Fall Storm and Decadent Frosting

The wind is whipping around tonight. I hear it howl through the trees. It is like a wild beast, screaming and gnashing it’s teeth. The trees that can bend do, but those that are too rigid will break tonight. Be flexible to God’s Will and bend with Him. Today I made cupcakes for children #3’sContinue reading “Fall Storm and Decadent Frosting”

Tasty Tuna Burgers

I have long loved tuna burgers, but have struggled with a recipe. I wanted it to be simple, with only a few, non-specialty, ingredients, but also something so very tasty that my family would love it and want seconds. Tuesday is one of my cooking nights and I decided to take on the challenge. InContinue reading “Tasty Tuna Burgers”

Kindness is Never a Mistake

How many times per day, in our changing world, is someone kind? Not very often, in my experience. There have been a few notable instances where someone has been kind. There was a man in a store that overheard me talking to child #2 about where the tire air caps were kept. We eventually foundContinue reading “Kindness is Never a Mistake”