Did you know that tomorrow is National Make Up Your Own Holiday Day? I didn't, but thanks to Dawn--she is always on top of this kind of thing--I do now!Dawn has a couple of great ideas of things to do with the kids that I think we will just have to try!! Thank you...
We had an absolutely wonderful weekend! Our plans had to be slightly modified in places, but isn't that always the case? I always seem to plan slightly more than I can physically accomplish! Anyhow, I thought I would share some of the highlights from the past week.On...
Easter lilies, Can you hearWhat they whisper, low and clear?In dewy fragrance they unfoldTheir splendor sweet, their snow and gold.Every beauty-breathing bellNews of heaven has to tell.Listen to their mystic voice,Hear, oh mortal, and rejoice!Hark, their soft and...
... 1st St. Patrick's Day!!!Isn't he sweet!?!?Snuggles also had his second tooth come in today... Top right. Now if I could just teach him to stop biting!We had a very fun, full day! I was so disappointed that I forgot my flashcard at home today, but Regina had her...
I hope you all had a wonderful Valentine's Day!!!We had a very fun day! The weather was absolutely BEAUTIFUL! AND, when I made it out to the kitchen, there was a sweet little gift from my hubby! As for me, I gave hubby a copy of one of his favorite movies (on DVD) and...
Tomorrow is Abraham Lincoln's Birthday and next Monday is Presidents' Day. If you are looking for a fun craft idea to do with your kids, check out Martha Stewart's Presidents' Day Log Cabin! I think it looks like such fun to make. It is made out of pretzels, and will...
MERRY CHRISTMAS!!!!I meant to post this yesterday... however, it was all I could do to stay cheerful and try to make the children's Christmas as peaceful and special as possible! Thankfully, my dear hubby is home for the rest of this week as well as next, and is...
This year, for the feast of St. Nicholas, I am planning on making a Candy Cane Coffee Cake and St. Nicholas Hot Cocoa for Breakfast. I thought I would take a second and share the recipes with you all.Like the Advent wreath, the candy cane is also packed with symbolism...
The following is a tribute to the little saints in training. The "All Saints Party" is an alternative to Halloween. It's fun for the kids and teaches them the faith.This video was just posted on Love to Be Catholic by a friend of ours who filmed our All Saints Party...
Making our Thankful Tree yesterday was such fun! First the boys headed outside to find a few branches to use and while the girls gathered rocks to fill the vase with. In the meantime I printed off this leaf template and set out the watercolors and paintbrushes. 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.
