Mary Claire Lagroue

Mary Claire Lagroue writes about culture, health, food, and travel. Between the deadlines, find her buried in a book, mapping out her next weekend trip, or designing cards at Paper Garden Goods.

Donate-Goods

42 Ideas for the Clutter You Planned to Throw Away

Article / Volunteer

Discover the effects of prayer on your mental health.

How Prayer Affects Your Mental Health

Article / Prayer

Wondering how to pray the stations of the cross? Here's your beginner's guide!

The Beginner’s Guide to the Stations of the Cross

Article / Prayer

Read these 8 tips for planning a trip with friends.

8 Tips for Planning a Trip with Friends

Article / Relationships

Read how to establish healthy sleep habits and why you should.

How to Build & Maintain Healthy Sleep Habits

Article / Health & Wellness

Grotto's travel guide for what to do in New Orleans.

Grotto’s Travel Guide to New Orleans

Article / Health & Wellness

How much sleep do I really need? Read how sleep affects your health and add this to your self-care ritual.

Do You Really Need 8 Hours of Sleep Each Night?

Article / Health & Wellness

Try one of these 11 winter hobbies to make your time inside more enjoyable this winter.

11 Winter Hobbies To Beat Cabin Fever

Article / Health & Wellness

Follow these 4 prompts to easily craft what to write in a Christmas card.

4 Prompts for Writing Meaningful Christmas Cards

Article / Relationships

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Read this poem about communication in relationships.

“The Attendants”

Donate-Goods

42 Ideas for the Clutter You Planned to Throw Away

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How I Overcame Fear of Commitment in My Career

Wondering how to survive after college? We've got your ultimate guide.

The Ultimate Guide to Thriving in Life After College

Read what a conscience is and what it tells you about your behavior.

Is Your Conscience Real and Does It Matter?

Read about these 5 toxic relationship signs.

5 Signs You’re in a Toxic Relationship

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Caring for the Elderly in Kenya

Try the novena prayer to improve your faith.

How a 9-Day Routine Revived My Spiritual Life

Try these three easy recipes that include non-fruity cocktails for men.

How to Make 3 Classic (Not-Too-Sweet) Cocktails

This Iraqi veteran is creating community in the Boise Hills of Idaho by giving out free coffee.

Meet the Veteran Giving Out Free Cold Brew