I just heard the little vacuum turn on and was so excited that Chiquita actually took the Initiative and was starting her chores. . . I was mistaken! It looks like we have a new little, not quite 14 months old, helper for chore time!
This year Rascal choose a "Lego-Theme" for his 9th Birthday. I am not sure if he or I enjoyed it more... It was so much fun! It was just our family since we only have birthday parties with friends every 3-4 years, but we all had a great time and...
I was so tired last night, that I never did make it back to the computer to post the answers to our Lego Mini-Figures Guessing Game!Charlotte was the first one to guess correctly, followed by JenniferM (unofficially), Mary S and Jodi. It was so fun to see all...
We just got home from an afternoon of fun at the bowling alley, for a sweet girl's 12th Birthday! Hubby will be home soon and so we are making a couple snacks and getting ready to play a few games for Rascal's birthday. While we are busy celebrating,...
... to Rascal! Rascal requested a "Lego" theme this year, starting with "Eggos" for breakfast. We had so much fun making some decorations for his birthday over the weekend, including turning ourselves into Lego Mini-Figures! We are leaving soon to attend...
{this moment} - A Friday ritual. (Yes, I know it's Sunday but the last two days were too busy for blogging.) A single photo - no words - capturing a moment from the week. A simple, special, extraordinary moment. A moment I want to pause, savor and remember.To...
Yesterday afternoon I sent the kids outside to enjoy our beautiful weather while I prepared a special lunch for Candlemas, also known as the Feast of the Presentation and the Purification of the Blessed Virgin Mary. I had hoped that we would be able to go to...
St. Brigid, The Shepherdessby Captain (age 10)Saint Brigid, Abbess of Kildare by Rascal (age 8)inspired by the cover of this picture bookSaint Brigid Holding Baby Jesus and speaking with Our Ladyby Twinkle Toes (age 7)inspired by Saint Brigid and the cows ...
I have always wanted to learn how to knit and crochet. My mother-in-law tried to teach me to knit many, many years ago, but I just didn't seem to have the patience and gave up trying. However, lately, after seeing so many darling things you can...
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.
