October is recognized as Domestic Violence Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about the widespread impact of domestic abuse and supporting survivors in their healing journey. Throughout the month, Ruth’s House is planning on bringing together our Rice County community, local organizations, businesses and advocates to break the silence surrounding abuse, educate the […]

I recall hearing the phrase “love conquers all” hundreds of times throughout the years, and I often thought it was at best wishful thinking and at worst a naive view of the world.  Whoever said this drivel obviously did not live in the real world.  The real world has love, yes- but also war and […]

Pulling Weeds in Faribault Everyone I talk with lately wants to talk about pulling weeds.  I started to notice this trend when my daily conversations with my best friend started with a discussion about weed pulling, for the tenth day in a row.  It does not end there, I have had conversations with people at the grocery […]

This is how we define success!! And it doesn’t come easily. In keeping with my promise to share real-life stories of the women and children at Sarah’s House and Ruth’s House, I am sharing with you today the story of Erin (Her name has been changed for purposes of privacy). I have shared some pieces […]