As our 14th anniversary came and went quietly (Brian was out of town on business), it has become clear to me how blessed we have been in the true fruitfulness of our marriage. While at first I was disappointed that we didn't do anything spectacular for the day, recent trials and revelations have shown me that we should not be celebrating an event; to honor our marital commitment is much more important. A recent miscarriage served especially to bring to the forefront the graces Brian and I have experienced with knowing about and practicing Natural Family Planning (NFP).

NFP is not about prevention, nor is it a charting method, although those
aspects can be a part of it. NFP is a lifestyle, a tangible way of following
our Catholic faith, and a celebration of our marriage. In our awareness of
God's plan for the human, and specifically, female body, a natural joy and openness for life emerges in our souls. This is what the Church wants for its children, what we believe, and are proud to proclaim.

We are renewing our commitment to promote and live the joy inherent in NFP as we approach NFP Awareness Week (July 19-26). In lieu of flowers, jewelry, dinner and a movie, Brian and I are celebrating our 14th Anniversary by attending an NFP refresher class being taught by our good friends, Greg and Tara Brelinsky, who are certified NFP instructors. We are using the money that Brian's parents gave to us as an anniversary gift to purchase sympto-thermal charting software that the Couple to Couple Leage (CCL) recently released. CCL has revised and updated their program within the last couple of years, including technology in their presentation to appeal to current and future generations of NFP users. We are eager to see all their new materials and hear the perspective of experienced teachers and other couples in the class.

 
 

There have been several studies over the years showing a link between oral contraceptives and breast cancer. Here is another article. Why won't anyone cover this link? The answer is BIG MONEY.

 
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