The boys have been creating Lap Books as we make our way through American History! I think, for some children including my own, Lap Books can be an excellent tool for teaching. Not only do they encourage creativity, they are a great way to reinforce and...
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~ Capturing the context of contentment in everyday life. ~{pretty}The weekend before last the three oldest went hiking with their Dad! It was the first time that Twinkle Toes had hiked this particular peak and she enjoyed it so very much. Late that night I...
Headtime Story :: Kids’ Sewing 101
Today our oldest two girls had their very first sewing class! Twinkle Toes has been wanting to learn to sew for awhile now. I had actually signed them up to take this "Headtime Story" class at JoAnn's back in June (inspired by Charlotte's girls), but had...
Celebrating the 4th of July
Here are Seven Quick Takes from our 4th of July Celebration! For additional quick takes visit Conversion Diary..: American Flag Cupcakes :.We have been reading about Our Flag this week, from the sweet Little Golden Book, and the girls were very excited to help...
Star Spangled Berry Cake
A couple days ago I still wasn't sure what I was going to take to the annual 4th of July party we attend each year. The sweet hostess, who had just arrived home after spending the school year on the opposite side of the country, asked me to just bring "one of your...
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~ Capturing the context of contentment in everyday life. ~{pretty}Yesterday we spent the day at my parents home and Rose enjoyed picking flowers with Grandma.{happy}Sean had to work last Saturday, but the kids and I spent the morning with my two youngest brothers...
A Virtual Baby Shower for Sarah and her TWINS!
You are invited to another Virtual Baby Shower! I've hosted one here before and was so happy to see that Mary is hosting a shower for Sarah at Amongst Lovely Things and her TWIN boys! Click on over to Better than Eden to join the fun and get a chance to...
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.