Here are the first symbols, for Ash Wednesday thru the first Sunday of Lent, which we will be using on our Jesus Tree this lent.Starting on Ash Wednesday, each afternoon we will read a bible story from our family bible. Following that, I plan to re-read the story from...
During Advent, one of our favorite ways to prepare is through the study of the Old Testament through the use of our Jesse Tree. Last year, I thought it would be so neat if I could find something similar to do during Lent. We do make a Lenten calendar each year, which...
It seems like everyone has been doing this little quiz, so I thought I would join in...You Are BostonBoth modern and old school, you never forget your roots.Well educated and a little snobby, you demand the best.And quite frankly, you think you are the best.Famous...
Kathy at The Daily Grotto just sent this award my way. Thank you Kathy for nominating me, I am in such wonderful company! The rules: By accepting this Excellent Blog Award, you have to award it to 10 more people whose blogs you find Excellent Award worthy. You can...
Hazardous Weather OutlookHeavy Snow WarningI'm not complaining, I love the snow! We still even have power, although, this type of weather usually always causes it to go out. And even then, a power outage is better than being stuck at Costco with a dead battery!This...
The Feast of the Purification is also called Candlemas or Candle Mass Day.It is observed on February 2nd, which is just a week away!This feast commemorates the purification of the Blessed Virgin Mary and the presentation of Christ in the temple, which took place 40...
Ruth just tagged me for another meme that Robynn (my sisters sister-in-law) started! Thanks for tagging me Ruth!Here I go... Let's see if I can be decisive for a change:(My choices are in bold italic type.)If you HAD to choose one or the other would you choose... Thai...
This past weekend our family participated in our annual March for Life.After Mass, we had lunch and said the rosary at the home of some friends, and then headed downtown for the March. The weather forecast said it would be snowing... But, instead, we were blessed with...
I haven't posted any Little Saints Pre-School projects in awhile. Mainly since we have been really busy with other things, and it had been placed on the back burner, so to speak. I do love the program, but it is very time consuming and I just haven't had the time it...
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.
