I haven't posted a quiz in ages, but after seeing this one over at Dawn's, I thought it would be fun to play along! It is always interesting to see what your answers say about your personality, don't you think?You Are Baseball GamesYou like old fashioned things....
The Northwest Catholic Family Education Conference, Nurturing Catholic Family Life, will be May 1-2, 2009 in Tukwila, WA (just south of Seattle).Fr. Gerard Saguto, F.S.S.P. (who was ordained with one of my brother-in-laws and happened to be a fellow student at...
Today is Lætare Sunday, the fourth Sunday during Lent, also known as Rose Sunday, and Mothering Sunday. As with other Sundays the name, Lætare, comes from the first words of the Introit, “Lætare Jeruselem” or "Rejoice O Jerusalem!" It is a day that we take a break...
3D Cut & Color Virtual St. Joseph Altarby Rascal (age 7)As simple as it may be, our first ever St. Joseph Altar has been a hit! I am so glad we had a chance to put it together. Next year I am hoping that we can expand on this tradition, but this year the rest of...
Speaking of weight, I wonder just how many pounds my home has shed this past week?! Here's the breakdown so far:12 Bags of Stuff to St. Vincents1 Bag of Stuff to a friend5 Bags of Stuff thrown awayLarge Items (which count as 1 bag each):1 Doll Cradle1 Television Set1...
This Wednesday I actually have another loss to report! I am down another 1 1/2 pounds!! =) I was actually surprised, since I haven't really been "trying" since Sunday, but I think it has become a habit to watch my portion sizes and avoid over eating... Combined with a...
With getting ready to leave for my Grandfather's funeral, and the downpour we had the past few days, I ended up canceling our plans for "St. Patrick's Day at the Park." Wouldn't you know that the sun would finally come out, just as we all were to have met?? Anyhow, I...
Since we had so much fun last month decorating Oreos, we decided (back then) to decorate more for St. Patrick's day. This time my girls used green sprinkles and (I used) green glitter gel to make Shamrock Oreos. "Good St. Patrick traveled far, to teach God's Holy Word...
Today is my dear Irish Father-in-law's Birthday!!(I just love this picture of my hubby and father-in-law.It was taken back in 2000 at the 4Ps in Va.) Slainte! Speaking of birthdays... Today is ALSO one of brother-in-law's birthdays!Happy Birthday to you both!
...to you on this Saint Patrick's Day!I hope you all have a happy and blessed day!
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.
