•Twenty years from now, the only people who'll remember if you worked late are your kids•

Guard your tongue against complaining of your spouse.
Not only does it reflect terribly on yourself and your ability to control your emotions, but it also riles up those feelings into a storm that probably started out as simply an irritation. People say you need to vent and ‘let it all out’. You don’t.
This simply make a the problem feel bigger than it is and you may have friends taking your side and complaining of your spouse. The person you promised to love, cherish, honour and obey. Keep your promise and God will reward you for every hard time that you got through together.

"Blessed is the crisis that made you grow, the fall that made you look to heaven and the problem that made you look for God."
~Padre Pio of Pietrelcina

You want a marriage, not just a wedding.
You want a family, not just a baby.
You want a home, not just a house.
You want a future, not just promises.
Think about what you really want, then work hard to become worthy of it. And be patient! The man God has in store for you is worth the wait.

Beware of destination addiction:
The idea that happiness is in the next place, the next job, or even with the next partner.
Until you give up the idea that happiness is somewhere else, it will never be where you are.
Enjoy the ordinary

It's sad if people think that homemaking is a dull existance. You can't just buy an apartment and furnish it and walk away. It's the flowers you choose, the music you play, the smile you have waiting for your husband after his long day. Make it a happy and cheerful haven in this troubled world.
And enjoy doing it!

On a day generally celebrated for all the wrong reasons, let us remind ourselves of the type of woman we should be celebrating

Vote NO on both referendum proposals

Dublin – 29 January 2024

On the 8th of March, we are presented with a pivotal choice in two critical referendums. The first proposal seeks to fundamentally alter the Constitution's understanding of the family, shifting from its traditional foundation in marriage to a vague notion of “other durable relationships.” This shift not only undermines the sanctity of marriage-based families but introduces a breadth of legal ambiguities and complexities.

Former Attorney General and Minister for Justice Michael McDowell has highlighted the inherent dangers in this vague terminology. The term "durable relationships" lacks a clear legal definition and is absent from current legislation, potentially opening the door to a plethora of interpretations by the judiciary. This could lead to unforeseen and profound changes in family law, affecting areas such as inheritance, welfare rights, and more.

One particularly concerning possibility is the legal recognition of polygamous relationships under the guise of “family.” This could drastically expand eligibility criteria for family reunification in Irish immigration law, leading to unforeseen and possibly unsustainable social and legal outcomes.

The second proposal seeks to replace the Constitution's specific acknowledgment of women’s roles within the home with a generic concept of “care,” effectively diminishing the unique and invaluable contributions of women in domestic life. This move to gender-neutral language, while seemingly progressive, actually erases the specific recognition of mothers and their unparalleled role in nurturing and maintaining the familial structure.
Additionally, this second proposal will remove the State’s obligation to protect mothers from being forced by economic necessity to work outside the home.

In light of these considerations, it becomes evident that these two proposals have far-reaching and detrimental consequences for the fabric of Irish society. The redefinition of the family risks diluting the time-honoured values that have long been the cornerstone of our communities, and the removal of specific acknowledgments and protections of women's roles in the home undermines the dignity and value of their contribution.

Therefore, in defence of the traditional family structure, in recognition of the unique role of women in our homes and society, and to maintain clarity and stability in our legal system, we strongly urge you to vote NO on both proposals. This is not just a vote for the preservation of our cultural heritage, but a stand for the future stability and integrity of our nation.

Family Solidarity

8 Ely Place

Dublin 2

•“Don’t ask God for a woman if you haven’t proven to be a man.”
– St. John Bosco•