Early this afternoon, I was trying to think of an easy treat to make my children today in honor of our beloved Holy Father's birthday. At first I thought I'd make something along the lines of Margaret's "Popecakes," but then I thought how easy it would be just to...
Seven on the Seventh!Saturday was Rascal's golden birthday! For this special birthday we decided to give him a Bowling Party and let him invite his friends.We were not able to find any bowling themed invitations locally, and since I am such a procrastinator! never did...
Today was the feast of St. John the Apostle. St. John was one of the sons of Zebedee, or "sons of thunder," and the apostle "whom Jesus loved." Since St. John is often symbolized with an eagle, we made an Eagle Cake for dessert. It was super easy and so much fun to...
As I mentioned earlier, today was the Feast of the Most Holy Rosary. I had invited a couple families to meet us at the park, but the weather just wouldn't cooperate and so they all came over to our home instead! All I had to do was bake the cupcakes and brew some...
We had so very much fun celebrating the feasts of St. Therese last week! I knew I wouldn't be able to get to everything I planned, but we sure had fun trying!Here are the highlights of our celebration at home:Anniversary Roses from Hubby Homemade (French) Crepes and...
I can't believe that our little princess is turning FIVE years old today!As I was making her Towering Sand Birthday Cake earlier tonight (or rather yesterday!), I kept finding myself reminiscing over the past years, and then found myself looking though our old photo...
Yesterday the Catholic Church celebrated the Queenship of Mary (and the Immaculate Heart of Mary on the extraordinary calendar.). Earlier this week I posted a recipe (for a Cookie Crown Cake over at Catholic Cuisine) that I had hoped to make. I ended up making it...
Today was Captain's 8th Birthday!!!!For his birthday, I gave him a "Military" themed party. We invited 20 of his friends--BEFORE we realized that his daddy would be off fighting fire! Thanks to TONS of help from my wonderful Aunt Bridget (who was not only present for...
Today is the feast day of Our Lady of Mount Carmel.The children and I began our day with a few prayers in her honor.During story time I read The Brown Scapular, by Mary Fabyan Windeatt, to the children while they colored pictures for their Liturgical Notebooks. The...
Snuggles turned one on Saturday! We were going to have some friends and family over for a BBQ, but due to a couple of our kids still being sick, we had to cancel. We still had a nice little birthday party just the same. Here are a few pictures from his big day. The...
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.
