Theology of the Body and Quarantine: The Invitation of Beauty

We currently find ourselves on a beautiful planet full of incredible eternal souls… trapped inside of our houses and yards. If you are anything like me, these past weeks have been hard. With a deeper ache for communion rushing to the surface of my heart, I often found myself turning on my phone as if…

Dealing With Long Distance Romance? Here’s Some Tips

I’m currently in a long distance relationship with a really handsome and virtuous man. We were friends for a little over a year before we started dating and in our case, the foundation of our friendship has been such a blessing especially now that we are long distance.  For the past few years I had…

Unpacking Emotional Baggage

New relationship, new you… right? Things seem to be going well, and *shockingly* no disaster looms on the horizon. In this day and age, this can seem like a dream come true! In the midst of all the good, the following question might come up: “Do I actually deserve this relationship?” This question is problematic…

Modesty Is (Also) For The Boys

Gentlemen, it’s time we have an honest conversation about modesty. Now I know what you may be thinking: “Modesty? Isn’t that just for women?” The short answer is no. The truth is, there is a growing need to talk about this subject with both young boys and adult men. I know that isn’t a widely…

3 Things I Saw Online That Gave Me Hope

The Coronavirus has the whole world feeling anxious and often helpless. I’ve felt myself asking the question “What can I really do?” I’m not a doctor or nurse; I don’t work for the CDC and I’m not a virologist.  Healthcare providers, scientists, and essential workers have all played a vital role in minimizing the spread…

We Are Called To Be Fearless!

“I am not afraid because God is with me. I was born for this” – St. Joan of Arc I never knew that jumping off the ledge of a 6 foot picnic table into a stream of rushing water would teach me one of life’s very important lessons! We are called to be FEARLESS. It…

My Journey to Truly Being Loved and Being Vulnerable

Freshman year of high school I was so excited to have a fresh start that I did EVERYTHING. Not 1, 2, or even 3, but 4 sports. Choir. Grades. Clubs. 20 minute “natural makeup” tutorials on Youtube in the morning. I met new, exciting people, leaped to join groups I could go to football games…

When Loving Your Parents Gets Difficult

Do you remember a moment during your childhood when you saw your parents as invincible? I vividly recall a night in Mexico when my mom became my wonder woman. We were on vacation and staying at my grandfather’s home when I wake up from a deep sleep to a ruckus. Once I gained all of…