January 6, 2017 - Epiphany of the LordAnd behold the star, which they had seen in the East, went before them, until it came and stood over where the Child was. And seeing the star they rejoiced with exceeding great joy. - Matt. II, 9, 10...
~ Capturing the context of contentment in everyday life with Like Mother, Like Daughter. ~{pretty}On the twelfth day of Christmas... {Making plans for our annual "Twelve Days of Christmas Dinner Party" which we'll have on the traditional feast of Epiphany this year,...
I'm in the middle of putting together a post with some pictures from St. Nicholas Day and happened to notice that one of our New Christmas Books for the Feast of St. Nicholas is 47% OFF right now over at Amazon! I posted additional pictures of Little Blue...
Today is my husband's first day back to work following his vacation, I have some Chicken Tikka Masala simmering in the crock pot for today's traditional feast of Epiphany, and we are easing back into a partial school week following our much needed two-week break.I...
I didn't think I was going to be able to pull it off this year, but this morning I woke up feeling better (I have been pretty sick since the first) and decided I could at least make cupcakes for the children to celebrate Epiphany! I quickly baked the cupcakes, and...
The Twelve Days of Christmas 1,000 Piece PuzzleThis is the third 1,000 piece puzzle we have completed this month... I think I need an intervention! 😉 Twinkle Toes and I just started working on this puzzle last night! The solid red border was definitely...
I've always admired the beautiful illustrations by Gennady Spirin in our copy of We Three Kings. When I ran across a couple more of his books on sale for 71-72% off I ordered them to stash away for next Christmas. Here are the links in case anyone else is...
I mentioned the other night that I was planning a Twelve Days of Christmas Dinner Party on Twelfth Night for my family! I was able to make it to the grocery story after a lovely (early birthday) dinner date with my husband on Friday night and found almost...
I have been working on a menu (with a little help from a very dear friend) for a Twelve Days of Christmas Dinner Party on Twelfth Night for my family and thought I would share it with you all, since I have been asked by a few friends. I don't usually like...
Outside my window... It has been cold, rainy, and cloudy, but the kids have been enjoying playing inside with all their new toys, including the little set of stacking sun blocks that they received as an O Antiphon gift this year!As you can see, all blocks...
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.
