“And after you gave suffered a little while, the God of all grace, who has called you to his eternal glory in Christ, will himself restore, establish, and strengthen you.” - 1 Peter 5:10I had a little extra time before yesterday’s ultrasound, non-stress test, and...
This past Saturday we hosted a graduation party for our two high school graduates! They actually graduated Kolbe Academy at the beginning of May, but we just didn't have an opportunity to celebrate until now... One morning in June, when I was looking at the...
When I ran across the idea for a Graduation Candy Buffet I knew we had to include one for our boys' high school graduation party! Here are some of the types of candies I used: “Aren't You a Smartie” – Smarties “Book Worms” – Gummy Worms “So long Suckers” – Dum Dum...
On Saturday we finally had an opportunity to host a High School Graduation Party for our two recent graduates! I'm hoping to share all the pictures soon, but first here are the Graduation Cap Cupcakes we made (inspired by lots of different online pictures) for the...
"One day through the ROSARY and the SCAPULAR, I will save the world." - Our Blessed Mother Salted Caramel Brownie ScapularsIngredients:Trader Joe’s Brownie Truffle Baking MixTrader Joe's Fleur de Sel Caramel SauceSea SaltCaramel Candies...
Happy Feast of St. Benedict! 🍻"In the ordinary form of the Roman rite, the feast of St. Benedict of Nusia is today, the date on which his relics are believed to have been translated to Fleury Abbey in St. Benoît-sur-Loire in France. In the traditional or extraordinary...
My little sister got married on Saturday! Being one of the youngest in our large family, with no children of her own yet, I don't think she quite understands how hard it can be to get a family of ten ready for a road trip, especially at 33/34 weeks pregnant, without...
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.
