My Daybook :: March 1, 2010

My Daybook :: March 1, 2010

Outside my window... there is a big bucket truck that has been making it's way up and down the road today, trimming any trees that are too close to the power lines.   This has kept some of my children entertained for hours.I am listening to... The Sheen...

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My Daybook :: February 22, 2010

My Daybook :: February 22, 2010

Outside my window... it has been so beautiful for the past week.  We spent quite a bit of time outside yesterday and I hope to get back out there this afternoon, before it starts raining again tomorrow.I am listening to... Captain reading today's Jesus Tree...

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My Daybook :: February 16th, 2010 (Shrove Tuesday)

My Daybook :: February 16th, 2010 (Shrove Tuesday)

Outside my window... everything is still wet from the rain we had last night, but the sun is supposed to come out a little later today and even reach a high of 62 degrees! I am hearing... the pitter patter of little feet running up and down the hallway... Shhhh...

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My Daybook ~ February 2nd

My Daybook ~ February 2nd

Outside my window... it is raining today, and looks like it will be raining the rest of the week...  Thankfully the sun came out for a but this past weekend and we were able to get out of the house a little bit.   Here is a picture taken just outside our...

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My Daybook ~ January 25th

My Daybook ~ January 25th

Outside my window... lots of leaves and pine needles from the windstorms of last week. I am hearing... A Flower Fairy Alphabet and my children singing along as they color pictures of the Pansy Fairy.  It's such a fun CD!I am thankful...

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My Daybook ~ January 20th

My Daybook ~ January 20th

Outside my window... It's a rather blustery day!!  Right now we have sustained winds of 25-35 mph with gusts of 45-50 mph.  Monday was the first day of these really strong winds and unfortunately it knocked over, and broke, one of our outdoor statues of...

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My Daybook ~ January 4th (and 5th!)

My Daybook ~ January 4th (and 5th!)

Outside my window... the boys are playing hockey on the back patio with their Dad and their new hockey sticks! It is nice to have the sun out for a change, even if it is cold.I am hearing... the hockey puck bouncing off the walls of the house. Nice! I am thankful...

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My Daybook ~ December 30th

My Daybook ~ December 30th

Outside my window... there is still some snow on the trees and ground from yesterday! It was a nice surprise for the forecasted rain to turn to snow and my children immediately headed outside to play. I am hearing... the soft breathing of my little girl sleeping in my...

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My Advent Daybook ~ December 14th

My Advent Daybook ~ December 14th

Outside my window... the ice has melted!! I ended up being very worried this past weekend that I would go into labor since our driveway, and whole yard, was a sheet of ice... Not to mention all the roads leading to the hospital, which is a 40 minute drive with good...

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Prayer of Mothers

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.


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