Among The Lilies

20 years of Marriage w/ Matt Fradd

Today, I'm chatting with my wonderful hubby about marriage as we celebrate 20 years of marriage this month! Praise the Lord! 🙌❤️ We've shared so many beautiful moments and walked through some really difficult ones—through sickness and health, joy and sorrow, good times and bad. Through it all, we've learned to cling to the Cross and rely on sacramental grace. Join us for an honest and heartfelt conversation about the joys, challenges, lessons, and grace that have carried us through two decades of marriage. Here's to 20 years—and to the Lord who has been faithful through it all!

Mercy is Greater than Shame

Perspective Changes Everything

Perspective Changes Everything Have you ever looked back on a difficult season only to discover that someone else experienced it completely differently? Recently, I was reminiscing with my children about some of their favorite family memories. They enthusiastically shared stories of camping in the backyard, laughing together, and making the most of an unexpected adventure. What caught me by surprise was realizing that this treasured memory took place during one of the hard seasons in our family's life—while I was sick in the hospital during COVID. That conversation reminded me how much perspective shapes our experience. Often, we become so focused on the problem in front of us that we miss the beauty, growth, and blessings that God is weaving behind the scenes. His ways are not our ways, and His view is far greater than our own. I've also been reflecting on a simple lesson from my garden. Beautiful flowers were being devoured by caterpillars, and at first, all I could see was the damage. But when I shifted my perspective, I began collecting the caterpillars and watching their incredible transformation. Together, my son and I observed them form chrysalises and emerge as beautiful butterflies. What once seemed like destruction became a front-row seat to one of God's most amazing miracles. In this episode, we'll explore how changing our perspective can transform the way we navigate challenges, deepen our trust in God, and help us surrender control. Sometimes the situation doesn't change—but the lens through which we view it does, and that can change everything.

Sacrificial Motherhood

Motherhood & the Mystery of the Cross In this episode I'm on the Logos Podcast, Fr. Max and Fr. Joseph sit down with me for a conversation on motherhood, spiritual warfare, and the deeper meaning of sacrifice. Drawing from my own life as a wife and mother, I reflects on the hidden suffering that often accompanies motherhood and how it reveals something profound about the Christian life. What does it mean for a mother to live the words of Christ — "This is my body, given for you"? And how can women confront the lies that distort their identity and vocation? Together they explore the beauty of the feminine genius, the spiritual battle for identity in modern culture, and the redemptive meaning of suffering in light of the Cross. This episode is a reflection on motherhood, sacrifice, and the mystery of love that gives itself away.

Lenty Lent

Are you having a Lenty Lent? It may feel like your failing or things are going wrong, but maybe you are right where the Lord wants you. Its just a bit of pain from the composting process of our souls. Lent is not a gloomy interruption of life. It is the Church handing us winter on purpose. In the garden, winter strips everything down. The bright flowers are gone. The branches look skeletal. You walk outside and think, Nothing is happening here. But beneath the surface, roots are deepening. The soil is being replenished. Worms are turning what fell and died into nourishment. What looks like stillness is actually preparation. Lent does the same. It takes away the noise. It asks us to fast. To sit in silence. To feel our hunger instead of numbing it. To look honestly at what needs pruning in our lives. And at first it feels like a loss. Like grey skies feel to me today. Like not being able to see more than a few feet in front of you. But Lent is not about deprivation for its own sake. It is about increasing capacity. Uniting ourselves to Christ in his passion. Praying in the garden of Gethsemane. Facing Calvery. When you prune a plant, you cut away what once looked fruitful. You remove even good branches so that better fruit can grow. That is uncomfortable. It feels like diminishment. But the gardener is thinking ahead to spring. And the compost pile is not a symbol of failure. It is where the old life breaks down so it can become nourishment for new life. In the spiritual life, our disappointments, our faliures, our surrendered dreams, even our grief, none of it is wasted. Given to God, it becomes rich soil. Lent is when we allow that decomposition to happen. We stop clinging. We let attachments die. We allow deeper parts of the heart to awaken. The grey days reveal what the bright days sometimes hide. They show us how much we depend on consolation instead of God Himself. And then Easter comes. Not as a surprise, but as fulfillment. The buds that appear are not random. They are the result of hidden work. The joy feels fuller because we remember the winter. The Alleluia sounds louder because we walked through the silence. Spring does not erase Lent. It proves it was necessary. I'm trying to die to myself and give God my fiat. This Lent I'm also saying "I am the handmade of the Lord, be it done unto me according to your word". I'm surrendering myself to the hands of the Gardener. And I pray for patience while the compost of my soul continues decomposing, I remind myself that growth cannot be rushed. His ways are not my ways. But I trust and surrender. The Gardener knows when to prune. He knows when to wait. He knows when to bring the sun. And even when you can only see three feet in front of you, the roots are going deeper than you realize.

Helping autoimmune & chronic illness

Just sharing some of my favorite things that have helped with endometriosis, PCOS, POTS, Gerd, IBS, EDS, IBD, Celiac, Gastroparesis, Lyme disease, mold toxicity and more! BUOY LMNT- http://elementallabs.refr.cc/cameronfradd

Welcoming in 2026, embracing our Brokenness

As we say goodbye to 2025, we're reflecting on a year filled with more milestones than we ever imagined. We lift up our friends who are suffering, trusting them to the Lord, knowing that "The Lord is close to the brokenhearted" (Psalm 34:18). Embracing that we are beautifully broken, we allow Christ's light to shine through our wounds, for His power is made perfect in weakness (2 Corinthians 12:9). "A humble soul does not trust itself but places all its confidence in God. God defends the humble soul and lets himself into its secrets, and the soul abides in unsurpassable happiness which no one can comprehend."

What is your Advent Fiat

Behold I am the haindmaid of the LORD be it done unto me according to your word! Andvent is a season of waiting, a pause before the messiah is born. We need to sit and wait and prepare our hearts. The Angle asked our Lady to be the mother of God, she paused and then declaired.. Behold I am the haindmaid of the LORD be it done unto me according to your word! Mary teaches us the pattern: Listen. Believe. Receive. Give praise. At the Annunciation, she offers her FIAT — a yes that lets God's life enter the world. One hand of the Pietà cradles Christ, the other stays open. So must ours. How and where is God calling you to give him your FIAT? Spiritual motherhood means emptying ourselves so we can receive divine life and nurture it through the Holy Spirit. We take souls to Our Lady, hide under her mantle when afraid, and offer ourselves as a total gift. The world needs good moms — women who radiate Christ's love and suffer with one another. The feminine genius is vulnerability, staying soft when life tries to harden us. Mama Mary, make me a virtuous woman like you. Help me give my FIAT, be a light that cannot be dimmed, a heart that stays soft, and a soul that radiates Christ's love. Amen.

Modesty in our very being

In this episode, we take a deep look at what it truly means to live with modesty in heart, mind, and appearance—especially in a culture that constantly tells us to seek attention and validation. We'll talk about how children are shaped by what they see online, how womanhood is being redefined through social media, and how we can anchor our identity in the Lord rather than in the world's opinions. Through honest conversation and biblical reflection, we'll explore how to teach modesty not as shame or restriction, but as freedom—a reflection of who we are in Christ. Whether you're a mom, mentor, or young woman learning to navigate your faith in a digital age, this episode offers encouragement and truth for living with grace, confidence, and purpose. ✨ A conversation about hearts, not hemlines—about identity that shines from within.

Childhood BFF part 2

Rachel shared her beautiful heart last week and this is the 2nd part and she welcomes you to join us on the next Beautifully Broken Retreat.

My childhood BFF

It is with great honor I introduce you to my childhood best friend. Rachel came on the Beautifuly Broken retreat we held this summer and shares from her heart. Hope you enjoy!

Podcast is BACK

It's BACK!!! So i'm not sure if I will continue on Youtube or not, but I'm back on most PODCAST apps!! :-) Thank you for your patience and support. I've been praying for you and will continue too. This podcast if for ladies who are tired of pretending and ready to be REAL. Please continue to be patient with me, but I will do my best to get more audio podcast out as often as I can. I will be sharing on Patreon.com/Amongthelilies and Instagram.

Slow down: The Sacred Art of Stillness

In a culture that glorifies busyness and distraction, slowing down is countercultural—but it might just be essential for your soul. In this episode, reflect on Psalm 46:10: "Be still and know that I am God," and let it echo through the lens of Philippians 4:4–9. St. Paul calls us to "rejoice in the Lord always," to "let [our] reasonableness be known to everyone," and to "not be anxious about anything." How? By turning everything—our stress, our schedules, our restlessness—into prayer. "Whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just… think about these things." • Why hurry is a spiritual threat • How the peace of God "which surpasses all understanding" can guard your heart and mind • Simple, daily practices for reclaiming silence, prayer, and presence This isn't about escaping the world—it's about waking up to the presence of God in the middle of it.

Becoming more HUMAN

🌿 Learning to Detach & Lean on the Lord | Soul Sister Spotlight + Life Lessons from the Road 🌿 In today's video, I'm so excited to introduce you to one of my beautiful Soul Sisters — a radiant woman with a heart full of wisdom, grace, and courage. 💛 Together, we dive deep into what it really means to detach from the noise, lean fully on the Lord, and live in the present moment. She shares her incredible journey of traveling and living in a camper, embracing a simpler, slower pace of life that has taught her so much about faith, surrender, and becoming more HUMAN. This episode is filled with raw reflections, real-life insights, and spiritual truths that will encourage your heart. ✨ Topics we touch on: What detachment truly looks like when rooted in faith Trusting God when life feels uncertain The beauty of simplicity and solitude on the road Finding presence in the present moment What she's unpacking now — emotionally, spiritually, and physically Whether you're seeking encouragement, craving a more grounded lifestyle, or simply love stories of transformation and truth, this conversation is for YOU. Come join us in this sacred space. 🌸 🙏 Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe if this resonates with your soul! #FaithJourney #SoulSisterTalks #ChristianLiving #VanLife #Minimalism #Detachment #TrustGod

Join us on Retreat

Beautifully Broken: A Women's Retreat August 29-31 Ladies, you can't know who you are until you know whose you are. You weren't created to be someone else. You were uniquely crafted in the image of God—wonderfully and fearfully made. As John Paul II said, "You are the sum of the Father's love." Join us for a weekend to rest, reflect, and rediscover the sacred beauty within your brokenness. Together, we'll explore: • Embracing your God-given identity with confidence • Releasing the burden of who you think you "should" be • Finding healing through the power of forgiveness & reconciliation You'll be invited into the peaceful presence of Eucharistic Adoration and the healing mercy of Confession. Come as you are. Leave renewed. Be who you were created to be—the world is waiting for you to shine. August 29-31 2025 Sign up by link above #BeautifullyBrokenRetreat #CatholicWomen #HealedByGrace #ComeAsYouAre #MadeForMore #christianladies #womansretreat #retreat #refresh

Freedom in the Imperfect

🎙️ New Episode Drop! "Freedom in Imperfection" ✨ I had the best conversation with my dear friend on this episode—raw, real, and full of truth. We've been close friends since we were late teens. She is one of my dearewst Soul Sisters. We dove deep into what it means to find freedom in our flaws, the beauty of learning from our mistakes, and how our Love Languages shape the way we give and receive not just love, but truth too. 🧠💛 This one is for anyone who's ever felt like they had to have it all together to be worthy. Spoiler alert: You don't. So grateful for this chat. So excited to share it with you. 🎧 Tune in wherever you get your podcasts. #FreedomInImperfection #PodcastEpisode #RealTalk #GrowthMindset #LoveLanguages #LearningOutLoud

Gift of Motherhood

To all the amazing mamas out there—this one's for you. Whether this Mother's Day felt like a win or left you in tears, you're not alone. In this episode, I sit down with two incredible mothers who've been with me since my early days of motherhood. We talk about the real stuff—sleepless nights, unexpected joys, and the deep beauty of raising little souls. So grab a cup of tea (or hide in the pantry—we won't judge) and join us for a heartfelt conversation on the highs and lows of motherhood. You are seen. You are loved. You were made for this.

Beautifully Broken

Beautifully Broken: A Women's Retreat Ladies, you can't know who you are until you know whose you are. You weren't created to be someone else. You were uniquely crafted in the image of God—wonderfully and fearfully made. As John Paul II said, "You are the sum of the Father's love." Join us for a weekend to rest, reflect, and rediscover the sacred beauty within your brokenness. Together, we'll explore: • Embracing your God-given identity with confidence • Releasing the burden of who you think you "should" be • Finding healing through the power of forgiveness You'll be invited into the peaceful presence of Eucharistic Adoration and the healing mercy of Confession. Come as you are. Leave renewed. Be who you were created to be—the world is waiting for you to shine. August 29-31

Our role as Women in The Church

Dr. Katharina Westerhorstmann Professor of Theology and Medical Ethics at Franciscan University of Steubenville. We discuss woman's role in the Church and what the Lord is calling us too. We share our love for Our Lady and how she's guiding us to her son. We are wresting with how we need to love and serve the church as good faithful woman.

Power of Protein, Fat, Sun, and Sleep

Caroline and I sit down again to follow up from our last conversation. Talking about the power of Protein & Fat. Healing your body from Leaky Gut, autoimmune diseases & chronic diseases, brain fog & more. I'm currently doing Carnivore, Caroline is more Ketogenic, but both of us are trying to listen to our body & cut out what is NOT working for us.