There’s a charming French tradition where heart-shaped cakes are given to single women on St. Catherine’s Day once they turn 25, as a little “encouragement in their search for love.” While our heart cake tradition started long before our oldest daughter was even thinking about turning 25 (or 21 for that matter), it’s been a fun way to celebrate her nameday over the years!
This year we made little heart shaped chocolate cakes, pulled out favorite picture books…
A Story of Saint Catherine of Alexandria (or paperback from TAN) • Saint Catherine (gift from Dad years ago)
… and even had a surprise show up in the mail from Shining Light Dolls— their brand new St. Catherine of Alexandria doll!
Glorious Saint Catherine, virgin and martyr,
Help me to imitate your love of purity.
Give me strength and courage
In fighting off the temptations of the world and evil desires.
Help me to love God with my whole heart
And serve Him faithfully.
O Saint Catherine,
Through your glorious martyrdom for the love of Christ,
Help me to be loyal to my faith and my God
As long as I live.
Happy Name Day Catherine! What a glorious saint whose name you bear…and speaking of glorious – those heart shaped cakes – YUM! We just love how your Mother makes every milestone so special, so memorable, and for years now we’ve been borrowing many of her wonderful ideas for our own celebrations. You all know how to CELEBRATE!!