Yesterday we went on a field trip to a Hands-On Science Museum that offers over 80 interactive science exhibits, Science Live! performances and tons of hands-on activities! It had been over five years since we had visited this great place, so only our oldest two even...
Last week, just before we all came down with a cold, we had the opportunity to attend a field trip to a local grist mill. This particular mill is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, and is the oldest water-powered grist mill (and the only one...
This past Friday, our four oldest children and I had the opportunity to take a tour of the Harry and David Factory and Kitchens! We met up with some friends at the Country Village Store, where we loaded onto buses and watched a short video while passing by...
Simon Peter said in reply, "You are the Messiah, the Son of the living God." Mt. 16: 16Over the past four years, our boys have completed Years One and Two of the Blue Knights Boys' Club twice, first in a group that was led by all of the dads on a rotating basis, and...
Last fall/winter we had a "Bear Attack" (I meant to post pictures and never did) in our little town... This summer the eagles landed, and we enjoyed "An Old Fashioned Celebration of America!" Placed along our main streets, and in the shopping center, were 23 shields...
Can you believe that I have lived here for nearly 20 years, and this was my first visit to this gorgeous lake?!? Even my husband's sister, who lives all the way across the country, has visited (when she came out for our wedding) and even got engaged to her husband at...
This past Saturday we decided to hike Lower Table Rock, one of two prominent volcanic cliff-edged mesas in the valley. My three oldest had hiked it before with their Dad and Father Lange, but it was the first time for me and the three youngest. (When I was...
On Friday morning we met Father T., as well as his visiting sister and her family, at a local creamery (before continuing on to the chocolate factory) for a field trip! Even though they were not making cheeses (at least not on the other side of the viewing window) at...
The next time you go on a field trip to an Artisan Chocolate Factory, it might be a good idea to turn any backwards signs around BEFORE giving all of your children a sample. . . Oops!
"S is for Saguaro (suh-WAHR-o), the cactus with branches like arms.It can live for centuries in the desert. Sharp spines protect it from harm."~ G is for Grand Canyon : An Arizona AlphabetOur last field trip, during our visit to Arizona this past November, was to the...
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.
