The Simple Woman’s Daybook~May 19th

The Simple Woman’s Daybook~May 19th

FOR TODAYOutside my Window... it's a bright bright bright bright sun shiny day! It's only suppose to hit 92 degrees today! 102 was way too hot last week...I am thinking...about how great it will be to see all my in-laws next week, and how nice it will be for Snuggles...

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First Holy Communions

First Holy Communions

Yesterday was the day for First Holy Communions at our local parish! The Mass was just beautiful, and the First Holy Communicants were all glowing! I'm so glad that we were able to attend.I just loved how Father gave the children their First Holy Communion by...

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Since you asked…

Since you asked…

... and since I would really love some suggestions on what to eat!!!Lots of you have asked me to elaborate on the Food Sensitivity Test I had done recently. Since it happens to be Food Allergy Awareness Week, what better time than now?I first found out about the test...

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They totally spoiled me!!!

They totally spoiled me!!!

We have the best insurance in the world!! Look at what they sent me:Not only have some of our items been replaced, I received upgraded items to boot!The non-important items that were stolen or damaged, including: My Canon 35mm Rebel, Various Camera Accessories, Baby...

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Non-Important Facts about Today…

Non-Important Facts about Today…

Our power went out last night for a few hours beginning at about 9pm... I was just about done with a couple posts... I am so thankful for bloggers auto save feature! Whew!) I had a load of laundry half done in the washing machine, a sink of dinner dishes that needed...

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In anticipation…

...of the release of Prince Caspian!As Susan, you are mature and respectable, yet with your 'motherly' role you can be quite bossy. Still, you can always be trusted to be loyal and faithful.Which Narnia character are you?HT: Danielle Bean

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Wow ~ Week 11

Wow ~ Week 11

Aaahhh! It has been a busy couple days, and I finally have a free moment to sit down at the computer.First of all, THANK YOU for the prayers you all offered for our family, especially my hubby. The procedure went well yesterday... However, they did remove a "colitis"...

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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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