Hummm... What to post for April's Shower of Photos? I still haven't been able to come up with a theme... I'm thinking that maybe I'll focus on things that make make me smile.There is just one small problem with that... The one and only picture I took today makes me...
Last year I really enjoyed participating in April's Shower of Photos. If you'd like, you can see last years pictures here. (My favorite was this one!) Jen has decided to host it once again and I am really looking forward to participating! Last year I didn't choose a...
As you can see, I wasn't the only one taking tons of pictures while we were checking out the wildlife! Be sure to head over to Elm's and Amy's blogs to see even more pictures including some embarrassing random pictures of me and my monkeys little ones.On SafariWhere...
Yesterday we went on another field trip SAFARI!!!More specifically, we visited a drive-through zoo, located on 600 acres, containing over 500 animals in their natural habitat, that roam freely (for the most part) as they do in the wild!There were four of us moms...
Can you believe it is already the last day of March?? I find it absolutely amazing that my children remember so perfectly what we did last year!! So, it looks like we'll be making some Lamb Cupcakes today... What are your plans?
This year, in addition to our Lenten Calendar and Jesus Tree, I've decided to add one more activity as we countdown the days to Easter: Resurrection Eggs.Resurrection eggs are yet another great way to tell our children the story of the passion and resurrection of...
I just finished listening to the following sermon from Audio Sancto on veiling images and the veiling of women:The Theological Significance of Veils and Consequences of Unveiling
This past Friday we went on a field trip to the airport with our local Catholic Home-School group.The first stop was a visit to one of the helicopter hangers. The pilots told the children all about helicopters, answered questions, and were even kind enough to let the...
"Little Flowers Girls' Club® is a Catholic program for girls ages 5 and up based on learning Catholic virtues through the lives of Catholic saints, Scripture and the Catechism of the Catholic Church. Developed by a Catholic mom of nine, Rachel Watkins, and based on...
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.
