In our collection today is a lovely look at the Pieta and the womanly art of losing yourself. Plus, an incredible story about twins, DIY Christmas decor, and a sweet look at Mary Bailey. Enjoy!

Happy feast of St. Nick! Making cookies for neighbors or for a cookie exchange? We have a link to the best cookie recipes in our collection today. Also, an excellent and clear podcast for kids and adults on how to make a good confession, the retro Italian bedding style to revisit, and a short and important look at how to break yourself from assuming the worst in others. And much, much more!

A fascinating look at how magazines' advice to parents has changed over a century is linked today in our collection. Also, a fun tour of the Cotswolds, a heartwarming look at a couple of pen pals whose correspondence began in the 1930s, and a profound look at how Advent is a time to stress the importance of the funeral mass. And much more!

Today is the feast of St. Bibiana, and Denise in on our blog helping us get to know this amazing young saint and martyr. Plus, the need for cultural literacy, a yummy one-pot chicken dish, and what it means to be "HopeSick" in Advent. And much more!

How's your Advent going so far? Wonderful ideas for fostering a quiet Advent season are in our collection today. Also, budget Christmas decorating ideas, a winter panzanella, and the fascinating roots of the woke movement. Enjoy!