Brooke Taylor

By Jennifer Willits According to an August 2010 national study conducted by the National Center for Health Statistics regarding the use of birth control in the United States between 1982 and 2008, the leading form of contraception used by women was the oral contraceptive pill. While the NCHS report focused on what tens of millions … Read more

Much has been made in recent weeks of the Catholic Church’s teaching on contraception.  Lost in the midst of the rhetoric, political posturing, Sandra Fluke fiasco and HHS mandate, lies the reason behind why Church teaching remains consistent (and correct) on this topic.  You can disagree, my only hope is people will take a listen to those … Read more

Today is a happy day!   It marks the one year anniversary of getting “the call” that we had been matched to Karolina!    Earlier that March 5 morning,  I had attended a health fair at church and caught up with a Polish friend.  I asked her “Do you like the name Karolina?”   Is … Read more

This week has been traumatic for Ohioans as we process and pray for the tragedy in Chardon.   The shooting that occurred on Monday has left communities shaken and children scared.   It is a tremendous blessing to work at 95.5 The Fish, and this week has been another reminder of the power of a … Read more

Last year at this time Jim and I were checking our cell phones and e-mail at what seemed like every minute,  for news from our adoption agency.    Our hearts were expectant.   Our minds raced with thoughts of “what will our daughter look like?”  “How old will she be?”    We didn’t know then, that in a … Read more

It’s Tuesday night and we just wrapped up our Lenten preparations.   Part of what I appreciate about our social media age is the gift of discovering websites, blogs, and articles with so many rich ideas on every conceivable topic.  In particular, cyberspace is replete with amazing resources when it comes to observing Lent.   … Read more

Big news to share with you.  Karolina is walking!    She’s been stepping out independently for about two weeks, and it’s been a celebration for our entire family.     Grammie even bought her some new “big girl” shoes commemorate the event.  Twinkle Toes!   Click here to see her in action.    Although Karolina … Read more

I’ve been on the hunt this week for printable Valentine’s Day cards.   The boys will hand them out in school next week, and I love that they didn’t cost a penny (save for some ink and printer paper). 🙂 There are many great options with downloadable holy cards, thanks to the savvy, crafty mom … Read more

Today we had an insightful and inspiring conversation with Tami Heim.  She is the author of “@Sticky Jesus:  How to Live Out Your Faith Online.”    The book looks at the Internet as a mission field and shares practical ways to shine a light to others through the use of technology.     I found … Read more

Congrats to Gabriel for his performance in the school spelling bee this week.    Out of 25, he made the top seven, then tied for fourth.  He out-spelled many 6th, 7th, and 8th graders.  The word “competently” got him, but on the bright side, he still has three more years to compete after this.  Hopefully … Read more