Today, August 14th, is the feast of St. Maximilian Kolbe.After dinner this evening my children asked to listen to The Knight and Our Lady! The Story of St. Maximilian Kolbe while coloring Charlotte's wonderful coloring page. They also asked me to post their finished...
Or rather, Slip 'n Wipe Out!(I was surprised the camera caught this exact moment earlier today. Chiquita was fine and laughing when she sat up. She then headed to the end of the line to try again!)
...for Mary Ellen Barrett's son Ryan, who has been missing from a camping trip since yesterday evening. He is 14 years old and is also autistic. Please pray for his safe return!Update from 4Real:We have heard tragic news that Ryan's body has been recovered. Please...
"It’s important for moms to recognize that all the small successes in our days can add up to one big triumph. So on Thursday of each week, we do exactly that."~ 1 ~I began organizing and de-cluttering some of my kitchen cupboards and drawers. Here are a few before and...
(It was taken yesterday. I'm just having a hard time getting photos onto this new computer!)
On August 15th the Church celebrates the Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary into Heaven.Finally; the Immaculate Virgin, preserved free from all stain of original sin, when the course of her earthly life was finished, was taken up body and soul into...
The feast of St. Clare is celebrated on August 11th, as well as August 12th on the traditional calendar. Here are a few pictures from our simple celebration of this wonderful saint!A painted Saint Clare to add to our collection!Coloring pictures of St. Clare...
This morning I had my 20 week ultrasound. At my last ultrasound they said that it would be okay to bring all of our children to the next appointment and so this morning we all headed to town.Before we left, Captain took a picture of my growing tummy. I feel HUGE for...
We are headed to my 20 week ultrasound appt. this morning.Everyone is so excited!!!! We'll be spending the afternoon in town, but I should be back later this afternoon to post a few pictures of our precious little one. In fact, I might just be able to tell you...
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.
