Small Successes :: August 27, 2009

Small Successes :: August 27, 2009

"It’s important for moms to recognize that all the small successes in our days can add up to one big triumph. So on Thursday of each week, we do exactly that."~ 1 ~Last week I received a call from the library letting us know that Rascal's name had been picked from the...

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Oh Boy!!!

Oh Boy!!!

This morning I had my 20 week ultrasound.  At my last ultrasound they said that it would be okay to bring all of our children to the next appointment and so this morning we all headed to town.Before we left, Captain took a picture of my growing tummy.  I feel HUGE for...

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Everyone is ready to go!

Everyone is ready to go!

We are headed to my 20 week ultrasound appt. this morning.Everyone is so excited!!!!  We'll be spending the afternoon in town, but I should be back later this afternoon to post a few pictures of our precious little one.   In fact, I might just be able to tell you...

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What a kick!!

What a kick!!

 Our little one has been quite active lately and growing stronger.Just a few minutes ago Twinkle Toes was able to feel her newest sibling give her a little kick on the hand.  The little one had to be persistent, but by kick #4 a big grin spread across Twinkle Toes...

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Boy or Girl???

Boy or Girl???

At just 14 weeks gestation, the beginning of the second trimester, it is still "too early to tell."~ Our Baby ~ ~ The top of the baby's head with hands together in front ~~ Precious Little Feet ~My guess is that our little one is a girl. I have thought so from the...

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Note to Self:

The next time you go on a camping trip, and have an early morning ultrasound scheduled for the morning after you return, DO NOT lay down "for just a minute" thinking you will get back up to change into pajamas, brush your teeth, and set the alarm.  **Thankfully,...

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♥ Happy Tears ♥

♥ Happy Tears ♥

I guess I was bound to cry at today's ultrasound, and sure enough, as soon as I heard our little one's heart beating, as perfect as can be, the tears started falling! Happy, joyful, THANKFUL tears!!! I knew I was a little bit worried, but I didn't realize just how...

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Since it is Mother’s Day…

Since it is Mother’s Day…

... and since I just can't keep it a secret any longer, and since I would really appreciate any prayers you can spare...Yes, we are expecting another little one! I found out on April 14th, just before looking at my calendar and finding that last rose. (I was so...

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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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