A couple days ago our oldest son informed me that there is just one thing that he would like for Christmas this year... a Perplexus.I was quite perplexed myself, having absolutely no idea what he was talking about. I didn't pay much attention at the time,...
~ Capturing the context of contentment in everyday life. ~I haven't been feeling very well this week, but had to pop in to say hello and share a few pictures. Also, in your charity, could you please say a prayer for my husband's Uncle Frank, my father-in-law's...
Oh, and we have blue skies this morning! I'm sitting on the porch, sipping my coffee, and taking deep breaths of this beautiful (moderately) fresh air while it lasts! Thank you God! Links: Haba Building Blocks and Tallest Tree...
Outside my window... We keep spotting a couple birds sitting on the edge of one of the hanging flower baskets. I just realized, after seeing the mess on the deck, that they are actually taking the lining to build a nest somewhere! I am thinking... ...
"When Jesus was taken before Herod, John led the Blessed Virgin Mary and Magdalen over the parts which had been sanctified by his footsteps . . . they stopped and contemplated each spot where he had fallen, or where he had suffered particularly; and they wept silently...
by Rascal (11) and Captain (12)Are the boys creative, or what?! The Clear Doors and Railing for "St. Peter's Balcony" are from the Seaside House, a Coat of Arms from a Knight's Shield, and the umbrella is the wheel from Captain's Sopwith Camel! ...
"Somebody rode his wheely bug into the (recently cleaned and organized) schoolroom and found a couple of his books immediately."From Instagram/Facebook, because it was just too cute to not record on the blog!
I am so thankful for my husband! I always realize just how much during times like right now, when he is gone for weeks and I have to try and keep up manage without him. He really helps so much around our home. I was so exhausted, and not feeling very well, following...
So, how is your Advent going? It has been just a little busy around our home this past week! 😉 As I set out the O Antiphon House and Gifts late last night, and we begin to pray the O Antiphons this evening, I figured I had better take a look at my...
Capturing the context of contentment in everyday life.{pretty}Sweet little girls in pretty new nightgowns, saying "Happy Birthday" to Baby Jesus on Christmas morning. {happy}The girls have been so happy to have another new home* (in addition to their...
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.
