Novena to Saint Thérèse

Novena to Saint Thérèse

The feast day of St. Thérèse is coming up! Her feast is celebrated on the 1st of October (and on the 3rd of October on the Traditional Calendar). The novena for her intercession can be said anytime, but especially on the 9 days prior and ending on the eve of the Feast...

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Learning about the Five Senses

Last weeks Little Saints Preschool Theme was "My Five Senses."We never are able to get to everything that is suggested in the teachers manual (although I do try!), and sometimes (if I am feeling ambitious!) I substitute or add additional projects, books, games and...

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Clothing Clutter

Clothing Clutter

I have been noticing that clothing is probably the number one thing that overwhelms me and robs me of sooooo much time... (Paperwork is right up there too...) After reading this post, and making this commitment, I have been sorting through TONS of clothing determined...

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For my Boys

For my Boys

My boys asked me to grab my camera and take a picture to share with you all... This is one of the reasons why I am not able to grow anything outside!Photo taken from my bedroom door.At least it wasn't this guy!

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A (way too short) Visit

A (way too short) Visit

My hubby spent his 8 hours off the clock today driving home for a short visit. It was so nice to see him. Just look at the smile on our happy baby's face! The morning went by too quickly, and hubby had to get back. It looks like we should be able to meet him for Mass...

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Frustrated…

As I mentioned before, I am working on starting a local Little Flowers Girls Club. Our 1st meeting is tonight, and I am frustrated!I had a difficult time finding out exactly how many girls we would be having this year, and our local bookstore (which is allowing us to...

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Prayer of Mothers

Father in heaven, grant me the grace to appreciate the dignity which you have conferred on me. Let me realize that not even the Angels have been blessed with such a privilege—to share in your creative miracle and bring new Saints to heaven. Make me a good mother to all my children after the example of Mary, the Mother of your Son. Through the intercession of Jesus and Mary I ask your continued blessings on my family. Let us all be dedicated to your service on earth and attain the eternal happiness of your kingdom in heaven. Amen.


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Hi! I'm Jessica, a Roman Catholic wife and home educating mother to our nine children. I was home educated myself, along with my eleven younger siblings. I have a special devotion to St. Therese, through whom I have been given much help and many blessings--the beautiful "Shower of Roses" that she has sent my way! Here I will record a few of the blessings I treasure. Please remember that what you see here is just a little glimpse at our lives, so please say a prayer for us, as we continue to strive for holiness.

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