My Daybook :: October 18, 2011

My Daybook :: October 18, 2011

Outside my window... I keep spotting two cats.  Did I mention that we have cats now?   Somehow I was convinced (or rather ambushed) by a neighbor, Hubby, and 6 begging children, to adopt the two eight month old kitties. They were recently abandoned,...

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My Daybook :: September 12, 2011

My Daybook :: September 12, 2011

Outside my window... It looks like it is going to be another HOT day!   We are in the peak of fire season here, but my husband hasn't been able to be listed as available, and won't be able to take an assignment until after he gets home from the two week training...

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My Daybook :: July 18, 2011

My Daybook :: July 18, 2011

Outside my window... It has been rainy lately, and we keep hoping that summer will return.  In the meantime we have been enjoying the baby deer that have been visiting each day.  They are so cute!!I am thinking... about our curriculum for next year....

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My Daybook :: June 27, 2011

My Daybook :: June 27, 2011

Outside my window... another beautiful sunny day!  After two super busy weeks (Camping, Golf Camp) it was so nice to wake up with no where to go today!   Hopefully we can enjoy the lovely weather (highs in the 80's) before the rain clouds arrive...

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My Daybook :: June 8, 2011

My Daybook :: June 8, 2011

Outside my window... it's a beautiful day!  The sun is shining, and it should get up to a lovely 74 degrees today.  I'm planning on heading outside to work on the yard, starting with cleaning up all the cupcake crumbs all over the deck...  :)I am...

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My Daybook ::  June 1, 2011

My Daybook :: June 1, 2011

Outside my window... it rained pretty much all last week and the forecast for this week is the same...  It has been chilly and we even have a fire in the wood stove at the moment.   I am so ready for the sun and some warm weather! I am listening...

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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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