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Author: Lorelei Savaryn

Hi, I'm Lorelei, Catholic convert and debut author of middle grade contemporary fantasy The Circus of Stolen Dreams and The Edge of In Between (Penguin Random House)! I'm also a middle school teacher. I live outside Chicago with my husband, 4 spunky kiddos, and our dog Saint. I love spending time with my family and eating anything chocolate.

For Moms Who Feel Like They’re Failing

May 29, 2021 ~ Lorelei Savaryn ~ 5 Comments

Option two is the voice that tells me there have been many quiet saints made of mothers throughout time, most of whom we’ve never even heard of. It tells me that this calling can purify me and build me into an example of holiness for my sake and the sake of my children. It’s the option that tells me I’m not a saint yet.

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Learning to say “I Forgive You”

March 8, 2021March 9, 2021 ~ Lorelei Savaryn ~ 3 Comments

I know now very deeply how it feels to know you are forgiven by hearing it said. I know how much it has the power to heal.

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Bringing Christmas Into Lent

February 12, 2021 ~ Lorelei Savaryn ~ Leave a comment

During a year where there has been less ‘togetherness’ than we’re used to, it feels especially profound to draw near to those we love in prayer in this intentional way.

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The Night I Wore Make-Up After Months Without

January 30, 2021February 5, 2021 ~ Lorelei Savaryn ~ Leave a comment

The other night, JP and I were doing something that required us to leave the house, and, since leaving the house is a special occasion these days, I decided to put on a bit of make-up, which hasn't happened, I don't think, since maybe Thanksgiving?

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Learning to be Present

January 29, 2021 ~ Lorelei Savaryn ~ Leave a comment

If you find yourself listening to the running commentary in your own mind, struggling with negative thoughts or worries or fears, if you are feeling like your life is somehow a mismatch for the things you feel are truly important, this might be a good resource to check out!

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What We’re Teaching Our Children About Prayer

January 9, 2021 ~ Lorelei Savaryn ~ 1 Comment

I understand prayer a lot differently now, I think, in part, because I understand God differently.

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Meet Saint (Maker) Savaryn! (& Reflections on 2020, too)

December 31, 2020 ~ Lorelei Savaryn ~ Leave a comment

Because of this, one of my biggest take home messages of the year has interestingly been an intense reaffirmation of how often the most worth-it things are not the easiest.

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When Saying “Yes” Hurts

November 29, 2020November 30, 2020 ~ Lorelei Savaryn ~ Leave a comment

The first yes that Mary gave to the angel found its fulfillment in the silent and continued yes of watching her son suffer for the salvation of all.

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The First Day I Chose to Go to Mass

November 23, 2020November 23, 2020 ~ Lorelei Savaryn ~ 2 Comments

There was something very different about the first time I decided I wanted to go to Mass, the first time I chose it for myself.

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Five Fun Advent Traditions to Try This Year!

November 18, 2020November 18, 2020 ~ Lorelei Savaryn ~ Leave a comment

If you're looking to add something manageable and meaningful to your own Advent season, this might just be the place to start.

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Hi, I'm Lorelei, Catholic convert and debut author of middle grade contemporary fantasy The Circus of Stolen Dreams and The Edge of In Between (Penguin Random House)! I'm also a middle school teacher. I live outside Chicago with my husband, 4 spunky kiddos, and our dog Saint. I love spending time with my family and eating anything chocolate.

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