Hello Mamas, here’s a new post for the Catholic feast days in April, as part of the series I’m making to help us plan our family’s liturgical year accordingly. Check the first three posts I have in this series if you haven’t yet: Catholic Feast Days in January Catholic Feast Days in February Catholic Feast Days in March As a Catholic, I find great comfort in the liturgical year and the rich traditions it offers. April is a particularly special month as it is filled with significant events and celebrations in the Catholic calendar. From Holy Week and Easter to the patron saints of the month ..read more

If you’re looking for a place to stay with your kids in Valencia, Spain, then you need to check out this family-friendly accommodation: Grandera Apart’s – Carbonell 1!  I’ll be sharing my honest review of Grandera Apart’s – Carbonell 1 based on my family’s experience during our 3-day pilgrimage to Valencia, Spain (with some sightseeing, as well) last December 28-30, 2023.  Read on to find out more about what you can look forward to when you stay at Grandera Apart’s – Carbonell 1, as well as the negatives that come with it! This post may contain affiliate links. This means that I get ..read more

Hello Mamas, here’s a new post for the Catholic feast days in March, as part of the series that I’m making to help us plan our family’s liturgical year accordingly. Check the first two posts I have in this series if you haven’t yet: Catholic Feast Days in January and Catholic Feast Days in February. Learning More About Catholic Feast Days in March The Month of March:  Dedicated to Saint Joseph  In the liturgical calendar of the Catholic Church, the month of March is dedicated to Saint Joseph. Celebrated on March 19th, the Feast of Saint Joseph honors the earthly father of Jesus and t ..read more

Are you thinking about going on a pilgrimage to Valencia, Spain with kids and need some help with planning, accommodation, and itinerary? If yes, I’ve got you covered because this guide details how to maximize and enjoy your pilgrimage to Valencia, Spain with your family. The itinerary is based on the pilgrimage that my husband and I recently made to Valencia, Spain (Dec. 28-30, 2023) with our kids aged 6 and 4. Are you planning a pilgrimage to Valencia, Spain last minute? If you are booking a family pilgrimage to Valencia last minute, I got you covered. Below are some of the top tours ..read more

Hello Mamas, have you heard about the plenary indulgence by praying at a Franciscan nativity scene and want to learn more? If so, then let’s learn together! I first learned about the indulgence when my priest friend based in the Philippines posted about it on his FB account.  I got curious, so, I started googling about it, then it was also mentioned in the homily of the priest during the Christmas Mass that we attended. I want to share the result of my readings here, just in case you haven’t heard about it yet, so, you can also receive the indulgence. What is a Plenary Indulgence? In the ..read more

Hello Mamas! How time flies and it’s that time again for New Year’s resolutions that get neglected after a month or so (very guilty here)! Every year, I always make resolutions for myself that revolve around “weight loss”, then after about 2 weeks or at most 1 month, it seems like I’ve never had the resolution as I go back to my unhealthy eating habits.  For a change, as the new calendar year starts, I’ll focus on Catholic New Year’s resolutions instead and how I can improve our Catholic family life and my Catholic motherhood and share it here in the blog, so, I have something to look bac ..read more

Hello Mamas, let’s find out together the Catholic feast days in February, so, we can plan our family’s liturgical year accordingly. Check the first post I have in this series if you haven’t yet: Catholic Feast Days in January. Understanding Catholic Feast Days Before we look into the specific feast days celebrated in February, let’s understand first the concept of Catholic feast days and the liturgical calendar. The Catholic Church uses the liturgical calendar to mark the seasons and events of the Church’s history. It begins with Advent, which is the four weeks leading up to Christmas a ..read more

Hello Mamas, are you looking forward to next year’s Liturgical Year? If so, this post is for you as we look together at the Catholic Feast Days in January. These feast days provide a unique opportunity to reflect on the lives and teachings of saints, deepen our faith, and strengthen our connection to the Catholic Church. Whether you are a lifelong Catholic or new to the faith, let us explore the feast days in January and embrace the rich traditions and spirituality they offer. Learning More About Catholic Feast Days in January January Dedication: Month of the Holy Name of Jesus The mont ..read more

Hello Mamas, today, let’s explore the top Catholic pilgrimage sites in Germany, so, that we already have an idea of what holy sites to visit when we make our Catholic family travel to Germany, and hopefully, that will be soon for all of us. Germany is home to a rich history of Catholicism, and the country is dotted with numerous pilgrimage sites that hold great significance to the faithful. From awe-inspiring, towering cathedrals to sacred, tranquil monasteries, these holy places attract millions of pilgrims each year seeking spiritual fulfillment and divine connection. The Top 8 Catholic Pi ..read more

Hello Mamas, hope all is well! Today, I’m going to share another printable for Christmas time: free snowman coloring pages for kids! These easy snowman-free coloring pages are good for improving kids’ fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination. If you already have a collection of free snowman coloring pages, let these be part of your collection, if not yet, let these be your first batch. 8 PRINTABLE FREE Snowman Coloring Pages For Kids Here are 8 different pages of simple snowman coloring pages that your kids of all ages can enjoy this holiday season, especially during a cozy, cold winter da ..read more