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Christine Hanus

A lover of Jesus Christ, a wife and mother of five, Christine is the author of Everyday Heroism: 28 Daily Reflections on the Little Way of Motherhood. She is a graduate of Franciscan University, an instructor for IEW, and a long-time catechist. In the past few years, Christine and her husband have been blessed with a passel of small grandchildren. Visit her webpage at ChristineHanus.com.

Catholic Motherhood | Celebrating family life

'Tis the Night Before Christmas for Mothers

By: Christine Hanus December 24th, 2024

'Tis the night before Christmas, and throughout the domain, while the children are sleeping, Mom’s going insane. The stockings, still empty, are strewn on the floor; Her husband, still absent, has gone to the store. Dreaming of presents, kids sprawl on their beds; Mom hopes their good fortune won't go to their heads. As she decorates cookies, Mom hears the clock chime, She gulps down cold coffee and frowns at the time.

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Christine Hanus

'Tis the Night Before Christmas for Mothers