"Rejoice, O earth, because from the womb of Anna, as from a fertile vine, has sprung a sweet, ripe cluster. To the harvesting of this vineyard all are invited, none are excluded—it is the joy of all." ~ St. John Damascene
Outside my window...We arrived home again yesterday afternoon, after spending four beautiful days and three nights with some friends and family at Willow Lake, a wooded escape set at the base of Mt. McLoughlin.I am thinking...The last (and only) time I had ever...
Last Saturday afternoon, during our recent camping trip, we went on a hike along the river to see the Gorge! It was absolutely breathtaking and the pictures don't do it justice. In this area the river cascades through a constricted channel of basalt lava and the gorge...
~ Capturing the context of contentment in everyday life. ~{pretty}We hiked the Gorge trail last Saturday and it was incredibly pretty… and pretty terrifying! I was thankful for the safety fences along the trail, especially hiking with all the children, and that we had...
Outside my window... Our family arrived home Monday night after spending four days and three nights at a beautiful, secluded campground in the midst of an old growth forest along the river. This particular campground is a favorite of my parents and they suggested...
This year Snuggles (who desperately needs a new blog nickname - perhaps Cowboy or Ranger?) requested a "Lone Ranger" themed birthday party for his 6th Birthday! I had all sorts of plans and had hoped to decorate a two-tiered mountain cake (similar to my Camping...
We are celebrating another birthday in our home today! Twinkle Toes is 9 years old!! For this birthday she requested a "Camping" and/or "Waterslide" theme. We are going to have both! As soon as we get home from another Dentist appointment this...
Capturing the context of contentment in everyday life. I thought this might be the perfect time to share some pictures from our end of summer family vacation/camping trip this past Thursday-Monday! {pretty}{happy} {funny} {real} Visit Like...
Outside my window... it's a beautiful day! We just got home from the golf course and are about to blow up our little pool (ours is blue) and/or set up the sprinklers. It is our hottest day so far this year (at just over 90 degrees) and the kids are loving...
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.
