~ Capturing the context of contentment in everyday life. ~I still haven't had a chance to put together a post from our All Saints Party, but here are a few more pictures taken by our friend Marc. (I just need to hire him to be our permanent...
...defend us in battle.Be our protection against the wickedness and snares of the devil.May God rebuke him, we humbly pray;and do Thou, O Prince of the Heavenly Host -by the Divine Power of God -cast into hell, satan and all the evil spirits,who roam throughout...
I just walked by my girls' closed bedroom door and my heart melted as I heard them independently start praying another (much needed) rosary for our country. Love them! ♥
After Mass this morning the kids put the finishing touches on their Presidential Election Lap Books! During our first semester this year, which ended last week, we focused on the Election Process and learning about past Presidents for History. Our oldest...
Outside my window...the leaves are falling off the trees and we have lots of firewood to stack! Winter is on it's way...I am thinking... about blogging... and Facebook... and Copyright Terms and Conditions, which, apparently, most...
I love Pampered Chef! I was a consultant for many years, after Hubby & I were first married, and my kitchen cabinets are full of these wonderful kitchen products! With Thanksgiving and Christmas coming up, I thought it would be fun to host an Online/Blog/Facebook...
Today, November 3rd, is the feast of St. Martin de Porres. After a very busy week, this momma is tired! I don't have much planned for today, but I do have a new picture book for the children.Martin de Porres: The Rose in the Desert, written by Gary D....
... on the feast of All Souls!
Réquiem ætérnam dona eis Dómine; et lux perpétua lúceat eis. Requiéscant in pace. Amen.
From Oldest to Youngest : St. Paul (as depicted in the Picture Book of Saints), St. George, St. Brigid, St. Joan of Arc, St. Micael the Archangel, St. Thérèse de Lisieux, and St. Francis of AssisiHappy Feast of All Saints!
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.
