The call to fasting is ancient and vital, and today we have an excellent piece exploring its roots. Plus, meatless meals to consider for Lent, everything you wanted to know about school choice, and excellent organization tips for closets and bathrooms. And more!

We have great reads today, such as a smart piece about the phrase "girlboss" and the pervasive messaging to women. Plus, a fun podcast on cozy, winter children's books, an unsung priest who took a costly stand for racial integration, and an Italian town where you can eat like royalty! And enjoy Fat Tuesday! We will be shifting to black and white photos for our collection for Lent, along with some good spiritual meat for the season.

Sigrid Undset is beloved for good reason. In our collection today, why she might be just the Catholic writer for our time. Plus, a marvelous look at sea life deep in the Monterey Bay, a profound and personal podcast discussion by a priest on finding his vocation, and a tiny bedroom becomes the sweetest little girl's room. And much more!

In our collection today, don't miss a moving piece about Charles Schultz, 'Peanuts', and community. Plus, an excellent homily on contemplative prayer, elevated entryway looks, and Noelle writes on the need to shape policy that recognizes the great value of motherhood. And much more!

To prepare for Lent we are sharing a couple of links with tips: ten ways to fast and ten ways to make a Lenten pilgrimage without leaving home. Also, landscape advice for beginners, a helpful video about identity politics, and how to make latte art. And much more!

In our collection today, watched an incredible animated depiction of the last hours of Pompeii. Plus, a powerful piece on the desire to live in truth by Anthony Esolen, a sophisticated and creative design before-and-after, and a look at a Texas program offering a real alternative to abortion. And much more!

Are we ashamed of shame? In our collection today, a good read exploring society and shame. Plus a moving story of an escape from Afghanistan, the best way to make juicy pork chops, and how to keep employee attrition to a minimum. And much more!

In our collection today, we are sharing a deep look at the challenge and joy of men being who they are made to be. Plus, a compelling read on teaching kids to see movies as art not amusement, the best houseplants and where to find them, and a redemptive story of a drug dealer turned pastor. And much, much more!