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I am a devoted Catholic wife and mother to a large family. I am also a freelance writer, a poet, a student, an herbalist, a reader, a chauffeur, a doctor, a teacher, a maid, a friend, a catechist, a critic, a shopper, a leader, a follower, a girl, a woman,

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Religion & Spirituality > Catholicism Catholic responses to classic Protestant critiques: Statues, saints, and more: 2 of 25
Catholics do NOT worship statues. Crucifixes, statues, holy pictures, relics, and religious art are not idols. They are prayer aides and reminders. These items are found in Catholic homes and churches to draw one's eyes and thoughts to God. Minds can and do wander. In the Bible, 1 Thess 5:17, Christians are told to pray witho... More..
Food & Drink > Meat & Poultry Beef in low-fat diets: 1 of 12
Beef in Low Fat DietsWhen your doctor tells you to adjust your diet to lower your fat intake, lose weight, lower cholesterol, or protect your health in any number of ways; many people will give up some of their favorite foods in the interest of renewed health and vigor. For beef eaters, there is good news, you don't need to g... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Catholicism Experience and thoughts on Mass dress code and time-keeping: 1 of 12
Why go to Mass? We are to keep holy the sabbath, as God instructed in His commandments. We are to worship God as Jesus taught us by eating His flesh and drinking His blood after the consecration and transubstantiation at Holy Mass. Why do we go on Sunday then, as opposed to Saturday like our Jewish brethren? Because Jesus ros... More..
Arts & Humanities > English Language The most misused word in the English language: 3 of 27
Like' is the most mis-used word in the English language. Valley Girls have influenced speech patterns in a way that is remarkable. This Valley Girl' trend hit the apex of popularity in the 1980s, culminating in a 1983 movie starring Nicholas Cage bearing the same title. The hip lingo used in the movie, and all across the Unit... More..
Food & Drink > Dessert Recipes Recipes: Low fat banana cake: 1 of 9
Low Fat Banana CakeThis can be frosted but my many children clamor to eat it before it is frosted. It is likely we've had this cake in our house more than fifty times, and it has never sat long enough to be frosted. If we take this cake to a pot luck we must bring two, as it goes so fast, even two isn't enough. It never gets ... More..
Food & Drink > Dining Etiquette Should cell phones be banned in restaurants?: 14 of 115
Cell phones ought to be banned in restaurants, it is just good etiquette. The use of cell phones everywhere has wreaked havoc on basic manners. People ought to use them just for emergencies. When you go out in public, leave the phone in the car, or turned off in your pocket. Numerous times I have had friends stop mid sentence... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Christian Beliefs & Culture Priests should be permitted to marry: 3 of 24
Married priests in the Roman Catholic church? NO! They should not be permitted to marry. But why? For the answer I will direct you to the Catechism of the Catholic Church (CCC)[1], article 1579 which reads:1579 All the ordained ministers of the Latin Church, with the exception of permanent deacons, are normally chosen from am... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Christian Beliefs & Culture Newborns and heaven: A discussion of baptism as a requirement: 6 of 47
Baptism is a requirement for heaven, plain and simple. Without baptism there is no salvation. Parents should not risk the souls of their children. Babies ought to be baptized as infants. The Church teaches there is no other way to obtain salvation, we must be baptized as Jesus himself taught us in Matthew, chapter 13. Whether... More..
Food & Drink > Diet, Health & Organic Foods Guide to egg substitutes: 1 of 7
A Guide to Egg SubstitutesThere are many products on the market today which market themselves as egg substitutes' but are they actually egg substitutes? Surprisingly, not all egg substitutes actually are as many contain eggs! If you are allergic, or if you are preparing food for a person allergic to eggs you must be informed.... More..
Autos > Driving & Safety Should you smoke in your car?: 9 of 62
Despite the fact that smokers are being told to hit the road' with their cigarettes, and the fact that designated smoking areas are ever decreasing in size and popularity, smokers should not retreat to their vehicles to light up. The most obvious reason to avoid smoking in such a small enclosed space is your health. When you ... More..