It was a long 4+ hour drive to get to where our teens were going to be confirmed. Since Confirmation was scheduled for 7pm, with Benediction following, we decided to turn the trip into a little vacation! It's not easy finding affordable accommodations for a family of...
Earlier this summer I was asked if I could give a little tour of our RV and go through the logistics of where everyone sleeps. This is our first RV and we've had it for a little over a year now. Up until last month all of our trips had been just 3-4 nights long at...
{We've been stuck indoors since last Friday, due to a local wildfire that has caused smoke filled skies and unhealthy to hazardous air quality, so I'm sorting through pictures today and trying to finish up a few posts that have been sitting in my drafts folder....
"There's another river!"Our family is home again after 25 days on the road, traveling over 3,500 miles (Sean drove the RV and I drove the mini-van) through five states! We explored a couple National Parks, spent time with dear friends and extended family, made many...
Over Memorial Day Weekend our family attended a brand new Homeschool Catholic Family Camp in a neighboring diocese which was coordinated by my friend Aleesa. The camp took place at the incredible Powell Butte Retreat Center built by Bishop Vasa in...
Outside my window...The sky is filled with smoke again and I'm dreaming of going back to the ocean… or anywhere with clear blue skies. I have discovered that the smoke triggers my anxiety/panic attacks. It seems to be affecting our oldest daughter too, who is...
Our memories of the ocean will linger on, long after our footprints in the sand are gone. ~ Anonymous
Last Tuesday afternoon we visited Face Rock Creamery while we were camping at the coast! "Face Rock Creamery specializes in making premium, hand crafted, gourmet cheese from start to finish. Stop by and watch our Creamery Technicians and of course sample the end...
{this moment} - A single photo - no words - capturing a moment from the week. A simple, special, extraordinary moment. A moment I want to pause, savor and remember.
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.
