Outside my window...The sky is filled with smoke again and I'm dreaming of going back to the ocean… or anywhere with clear blue skies. I have discovered that the smoke triggers my anxiety/panic attacks. It seems to be affecting our oldest daughter too, who is...
Our memories of the ocean will linger on, long after our footprints in the sand are gone. ~ Anonymous
Last Tuesday afternoon we visited Face Rock Creamery while we were camping at the coast! "Face Rock Creamery specializes in making premium, hand crafted, gourmet cheese from start to finish. Stop by and watch our Creamery Technicians and of course sample the end...
This past Tuesday afternoon we went on a little field trip to explore and tour the Coquille River Lighthouse which was only three miles from our campsite! Captain, Ranger, Twinkle Toes and I rode our bikes down to the lighthouse and Sean met us their with the little...
{this moment} - 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.
~ Capturing the context of contentment in everyday life. ~Yesterday, after spending three nights camping, we enjoyed Historic Old Town, the Boardwalk, and Fish & Chips before driving back home... {pretty}My pretty girls wearing their pretty dresses and...
"Rejoice, O earth, because from the womb of Anna, as from a fertile vine, has sprung a sweet, ripe cluster. To the harvesting of this vineyard all are invited, none are excluded—it is the joy of all." ~ St. John Damascene
To celebrate the new school year I'm hosting a giveaway each day this week (September 1st-7th) featuring educational products and books! Today's giveaway is sponsored by Mama's Notebooks and Shower of Roses! The next time I come up with a "great idea" to schedule...
To celebrate the new school year I'm hosting a giveaway each day this week (September 1st-7th) featuring educational products and books! Today's giveaway is sponsored by RC History! Our family has been using Connecting With History from RC History for the...
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.
