It was a lovely evening, filled with great friends, delicious food and desserts, a special prayer for our government before dinner, and fireworks. I hope you all had a very happy 4th of July too!
The last few years we have celebrated the 4th of July at our dear friends home! Winfield and Janet, along with their two great kids, are only here part of the year now (Winfield is a pilot and is based on the other side of the country) but we are so happy that they...
~ Capturing the context of contentment in everyday life. ~It's been so busy around here lately, with swimming lessons all week. I haven't had much any time for blogging, but my husband took the day off (I had a doctor's appointment during swimming...
Outside my window...we have been enjoying watching these little twins. Aren't they just the cutest?!?I am thankful... for fun summer activities, and multiple child discounts!I am thinking... about ways to simplify. So...
At first I was speechless, after returning to the dinner table the other night to discover the little ones giving themselves facials with greek yogurt! Completely frustrated I said, "Oh, Rose, you even got it in your hair!!!" Snuggles quietly...
~ Capturing the context of contentment in everyday life. ~{pretty}It was absolutely gorgeous at the golf course this morning! It's a long drive each morning and afternoon, but the kids are all really enjoying their 2nd week of summer golf...
I mentioned last week that our four oldest were participating in a summer golf camp. Last year just our three oldest attended, since Chiquita had to miss since she wasn't feeling well. This year she was very excited to be able to attend. The kids...
Happy Birthday to You,Happy Birthday Dear Godmother, Happy Birthday to You!
On Thursday our little Snuggles turned 5 years old! He still loves his Woody and Buzz toys, and they are the ones that will always stick out in my mind when I think of his childhood, but this past year he has really been enjoying race cars (especially the "Cars"...
Our little Snuggles is five years old today! He requested a "Cars" themed cake, which I was extremely tempted to just order from the store, but I ended up deciding to give it a shot using this cake as inspiration. It is far from perfect, but I thought it...
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.
