some (mostly) non-Lenten links

Have you heard of the stages of grief? Here is an art project that depicts them as hats. I know that sounds odd, but the pictures are amazing.

Does keeping an orderly (not perfect, but orderly) house help your children learn to read?

Savage Chickens asks "why?". If you have a kid at that stage, this is a must-see.

Check out Ann's rickrack napkins? Wouldn't those make great gifts?

Also from Ann, check out her idea for a special, low-tech Holy Week fast.

I love Jeanne's comments on this passage in Deuteronomy, about "else the wild animals would become too numerous for you."

Did you know that rosary beads were originally made from, well, roses? I found this how-to fascinating.

I have to say, nursing twins does sometimes feel like this.

Hope your work-a-day week is starting well!

peace of Christ to you,
Jessica Snell