"It’s important for moms to recognize that all the small successes in our days can add up to one big triumph. So on Thursday of each week, we do exactly that."~ 1 ~I began organizing and de-cluttering some of my kitchen cupboards and drawers. Here are a few before and...
(It was taken yesterday. I'm just having a hard time getting photos onto this new computer!)
On August 15th the Church celebrates the Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary into Heaven.Finally; the Immaculate Virgin, preserved free from all stain of original sin, when the course of her earthly life was finished, was taken up body and soul into...
The feast of St. Clare is celebrated on August 11th, as well as August 12th on the traditional calendar. Here are a few pictures from our simple celebration of this wonderful saint!A painted Saint Clare to add to our collection!Coloring pictures of St. Clare...
This morning I had my 20 week ultrasound. At my last ultrasound they said that it would be okay to bring all of our children to the next appointment and so this morning we all headed to town.Before we left, Captain took a picture of my growing tummy. I feel HUGE for...
We are headed to my 20 week ultrasound appt. this morning.Everyone is so excited!!!! We'll be spending the afternoon in town, but I should be back later this afternoon to post a few pictures of our precious little one. In fact, I might just be able to tell you...
Our family will be praying the following novena beginning today, August 7th, and finishing on the Solemnity feast of the Assumption on August 15th.Mary, Queen Assumed into Heaven, I rejoice that after years of heroic martyrdom on earth, you have at last been...
"It’s important for moms to recognize that all the small successes in our days can add up to one big triumph. So on Thursday of each week, we do exactly that."~ 1 ~Unfortunately one (of our two) local bookstores is in the process of hopefully moving to a bigger town...
My oldest four children have been having such a wonderful time taking their swimming lessons once again this year.Except for Snuggles, who has had to miss his lessons this week, they all love the water, they love to swim, and the love their teacher, Myrna! She is...
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.
