This past Friday, on the traditional feast of the Baptism of Our Lord, our newest little blessing was baptized by his Uncle, a priest with the FSSP who flew in for this occasion, in the extraordinary form of the sacrament following a traditional Latin Mass during...
“And in the end, it's not the years in your life that count. It's the life in your years.”
There is a tradition associated with baptism and childbirth which is part of the traditional ritual, but has fallen out of practice, at least here in our diocese, that is called the "Churching of Women." It is such a beautiful custom and I was able to receive it...
This past Friday, on the traditional feast of the Baptism of Our Lord, following A Traditional Latin Mass and First Holy Communions, our little Bud was baptized, according to the Traditional Rite, by one of his uncles, my husband's youngest brother, who was also the...
On Friday, January 13th, the traditional feast of the Baptism of Our Lord, our two oldest daughters received their First Holy Communions in the Extraordinary form of the Mass. It was such a beautiful Mass, offered by their Uncle, and served by their father and oldest...
{this moment} - A single photo, capturing a moment from the week. A special, extraordinary moment. A moment I want to pause, savor and remember. (photo credit : Marc S. - who will be sending us more pictures soon!)
Earlier this week, when I mentioned that the girls had been given permission to make their First Holy Communions this Friday, an anonymous visitor shared an idea in the comment box that I loved and wanted to try and make for our girls:"We have made both a small book...
January 1st (8th Day of Christmas) ~ Solemnity of Mary, the Mother of GodOn the Solemnity Feast of Mary, the Mother of God (2010)January 3rd (10th Day of Christmas) ~ Feast of the Most Holy Name of JesusFor the Feast of the Most Holy Name of...
I just love Christmas morning, even more now than I did as a child. Seeing our children's joy and excitement as they opened each gift, or watched their siblings open theirs, was so much fun! Every year, Hubby and I choose three gifts for each of our...
Just before Christmas, on December 23rd, my sister JoAnn came over to watch the kids while Hubby and I took our (4 day old) baby to see the pediatrician. JoAnn had just arrived home from spending a semester in Rome (!!!) and our kids were so excited to get to...
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.
