Small Successes :: November 12, 2009

Small Successes :: November 12, 2009

"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 ~Tuesday night was Bunco.  It was nice to have an evening out!  We usually stop playing after 3...

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Studying Mercury

Last week the boys finished up their study of Mercury in Apologia's Exploring Creation With Astronomy. I have been very happy with this book especially since they are LOVING Science this year!The Lapbook from Knowledge Quest has been a great addition to the program as...

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Only 2 1/2 Weeks…

Only 2 1/2 Weeks…

...until Advent Begins!!Do you have your Advent Candles yet?I now have ours, thanks to my mom!  I called her a couple weeks ago and she happened to be heading out of town for a weekend retreat at a Monastery.  I remembered that she had purchased her own...

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A “Bun in the Oven” Dress Game

A “Bun in the Oven” Dress Game

One of the games we played at the shower was a "Bun in the Oven" Dress Game. (I ran across this the idea at Labels Buy Design.)To play: Pin an adorable handmade dress on each guest as they arrive. Each guest will wear the dress for the length of the shower. At some...

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Aunt Bridget’s Egg Bake

Aunt Bridget’s Egg Bake

One of the dishes I served at the Baby Shower was my Aunt Bridget's Egg Bake, although I modified it to fit a 9x13 pan instead of a 6x10. I made it the night before the shower, since it is suppose to sit overnight and popped it in the oven in the morning. (I was SO...

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A “Bun in the Oven” Baby Shower Favors

A “Bun in the Oven” Baby Shower Favors

I had so much fun making the favors for Erica's Baby Shower. When I was looking for ideas online, I ran across packages of Muffin Mix for sale, and decided to make something similar...Instead of muffin mix, and keeping with the theme, I sent each of our guests home...

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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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