MaryHolloman

Thoughts from a New Mom: 3 Things Learned in Month 1

One of my goals for this year was to write at least one blog each month. February came and went and, well, I’ve already failed regarding that particular goal. But I’d like to think that I get a “pass” on February, since I got kind of busy having a baby and all. Anyway, here itContinueContinue reading “Thoughts from a New Mom: 3 Things Learned in Month 1”

Wow, I Can’t Believe You Said That: 4 Things You Should Never Say to a Preggo

I am thoroughly convinced that I will always be pregnant. I will always and forever carry around a basketball-sized lump under my shirt. I will never again know what my feet look like while standing up. It will forever take an act of congress for me to roll over in bed at night. I willContinueContinue reading “Wow, I Can’t Believe You Said That: 4 Things You Should Never Say to a Preggo”

Compassion in Crisis: A Pregnancy Story

No matter how prepared you think you are, there is something a little frightening about those two solid little pink lines. Matt and I are so excited about our baby boy, coming in February 2015. I was able to write for the Greensboro Pregnancy Care Center blog on this new development in our lives andContinueContinue reading “Compassion in Crisis: A Pregnancy Story”

Another Perspective on A ‘Positive Abortion Story’

Recently, a video of a young woman’s abortion procedure has received a lot of attention. This woman said that she wanted to share her story with others and prove that abortion could be a “positive experience.” The video follows her into the procedure and focuses on her face most of the time. She smiles, giggles, and humsContinueContinue reading “Another Perspective on A ‘Positive Abortion Story’”

Uncertainty: A Short Story

What if it’s not true? Peter combed his fingers through the tangles of his beard. He glanced to his left, where his best friend – well, he liked to think of him as his best friend – was walking beside him, sharing some story with the others in that animated way of his. His friendContinueContinue reading “Uncertainty: A Short Story”

Marriage is the Best Teacher: 16 Things I Learned in Year 2

Last year I wrote a blog about what marriage is not, which addressed the things I learned during the first year of marriage. On St. Patty’s Day, Matt and I hit year number 2, so I began thinking about what (if anything) I learned during that second year. I came up with a list of 16ContinueContinue reading “Marriage is the Best Teacher: 16 Things I Learned in Year 2”

Everyone has a stage

I couldn’t help but notice all last night and today that a certain Miley Cyrus was trending. I’ve read multiple statuses (statusi? statusees?), tweets, and blogposts about the apparently mind-blowing/horrifying/raunchy performance by Miley Cyrus on the VMAs. I didn’t see it, still haven’t, and probably won’t (even though I feel like I already have whatContinueContinue reading “Everyone has a stage”

What marriage is not

After 12 months of marriage, there are only two things that I really know without a doubt: 1. I love my husband more today that I did when I first said “I do.” 2. I have had absolutely no idea what I’ve been doing this past year. Walking into marriage, I received a lot ofContinueContinue reading “What marriage is not”

when good men do nothing

Today marks the 40th anniversary of Roe v Wade. I’ve found myself on the verge of tears several times today at the thought of all the lives that have been taken. I’ve asked God why he has allowed such injustice to continue; and I’ve wondered at the hypocrisy of an administration that preaches the protectionContinueContinue reading “when good men do nothing”