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Coping with Sibling Rivalry
If you have a sibling or more than one child, chances are that you have dealt with the ugly green…
Author Patrice Fagnant-MacArthur
Patrice Fagnant-MacArthur
I am a life-long Roman Catholic, homeschooling mom of two boys (ages 9 1/2 and 8), married for thirteen years. I am a Senior Editor with Catholic Lane and a freelance writer on topics related to women's spirituality. I am also the author of "Letters to Mary from a Young Mother." I have a BA in History and Fine Art and a Master of Arts Degree in Applied Theology.
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What is the Feast of the Immaculate Conception?
“I am the Immaculate Conception.” These are the words our Blessed Mother spoke to young Bernadette Soubirous when she appeared…
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The Santa Club
I know that some people don’t allow their children to believe in the Santa myth for a variety of reasons.…
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More Than 100 Reasons to Be Thankful, Even in Hard Times
Two years ago, I asked many people, both young and old, what they were thankful for in order to compile…
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Reconciliation: Maintenance for the Soul
How do you think of the Sacrament of Reconciliation? If you are like most Catholics, you probably think of it…
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The Myth of Homeschooling
The other day, I was half-jokingly trying to talk my friends into doing a reality show about homeschooling moms. Unfortunately,…
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If You Quit, You Can’t Blame God
We all feel tempted to quit sometimes. Whether they are related to relationships, parenting, or work, there are moments in…
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Book Review: A Book of Saints for Catholic Moms
There are many wonderful books about Catholic saints available. Most of you probably own some of them. Perhaps you even…
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Appreciating the Simple Moments
Today was a beautiful fall day and I spent some of it outside blowing bubbles with a two-year-old. I would…
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Is Making Sacrifices “Stupid?”
I’m really not one to talk about voluntary sacrifices I make — the whole “do not let your right hand…