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"Happiness can only be achieved by looking inward and learning to enjoy whatever life has and this requires transforming greed into gratitude." ~ St. John Chrysostom It may not be nearly as frequent as we would prefer, but we are so very grateful that we are...

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Happy Birthday, Blessed Mother!

Happy Birthday, Blessed Mother!

Today, in addition to beginning our new school year, we also celebrated the feast of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary!This year I baked a simple lemon cake in my Marian Fleur De Lis Bundt Pan, dusted it with powdered sugar, and topped it with our...

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End-of-Summer Daybook

End-of-Summer Daybook

Outside my window…Sean and our oldest two boys were able to go and watch David (my youngest brother and Godson) compete in the Men's Semifinals (top 4!) at the 86th Annual Southern Oregon Golf Championships this weekend! One of my other brothers, Kevin, has played in...

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New Additions to Our September Book Basket

New Additions to Our September Book Basket

September has arrived! Our new school year is about to begin and it is time for me to refill our monthly book basket. We have a couple new additions to share with you all this month, including a link to a free audio download!+ + +Regina Martryum Productions, one of my...

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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.


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Hi! I'm Jessica, a Roman Catholic wife and home educating mother to our nine children. I was home educated myself, along with my eleven younger siblings. I have a special devotion to St. Therese, through whom I have been given much help and many blessings--the beautiful "Shower of Roses" that she has sent my way! Here I will record a few of the blessings I treasure. Please remember that what you see here is just a little glimpse at our lives, so please say a prayer for us, as we continue to strive for holiness.

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