We are delighted to welcome to our blog guest writer Patricia Patnode. She writes today of reconsidering the ritual of dusting off the good dishes on holidays and why instead we should bring them into our everyday.

Denise interviews a few good dads, and the insights she gleans are deep and wonderful. This is worth sharing with the dads you love.

A continuation of the conversation on the Catholic Home Economy filled with practical tips on how to rekindle our sense of place and family culture.

The decreasing presence of the phrase "home economy" from the modern lexicon does not reflect the diminished need for the family's focus on the work of the home. In reality, it highlights the increasing need for the discussion of this important work in the public square.

Guest writer Maria Khell takes us on a charming tour of various lovely literary homes.

A tried and true pie crust recipe that always turns out was trumped by another tried and true, but simpler pie crust recipe that also always turns out. The simplicity of this dough will have you making it every week!

A wonderful conversation between two high school theater directors--Denise being one of them! Their discussion is full of passion and thoughtfulness on the importance of theater for teens and the magic of being the one at the helm.

The anniversary of the loss of a loved one brings a surprising consolation for Carrie and a reminder of the ongoing connection we have in the body of Christ.

Denise interviews her son and daughter-in-law on how living in a tiny house at the beginning of marriage has played a part in embracing a life of simplicity as a family.