Little Blessings

It seems like lately, more often than not, I wonder if I should quit blogging, at least publicly. Is it worth all the time that it takes?  Is it worth all the negative/rude comments? (I moderate all comments now and usually delete any that are an attack on...

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{this moment}  ::  “Real” Friends

{this moment} :: “Real” Friends

{this moment} - A single photo, capturing a moment from the week. A simple, special, extraordinary moment. A moment I want to pause, savor and remember. To see more visit Soule Mama. I had so much fun visiting Charlotte and her wonderful family for Cupcake's...

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My Daybook :: June 8, 2011

My Daybook :: June 8, 2011

Outside my window... it's a beautiful day!  The sun is shining, and it should get up to a lovely 74 degrees today.  I'm planning on heading outside to work on the yard, starting with cleaning up all the cupcake crumbs all over the deck...  :)I am...

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My 2nd Blogoversary!

My 2nd Blogoversary!

As of today I have been blogging for TWO YEARS!!  I can hardly believe that it has already been another year...Where does the time go??Last year, I posted a few thoughts and reasons why I have grown to love blogging so much.  Not much has changed, but I...

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Trip to Washington

Trip to Washington

I've been dying to tell you all about my trip to Washington to visit Regina and attend the Northwest Catholic Family Education Conference! I had SUCH a wonderful time! (Thanks again Regina for letting us stay at your home!)I left early Thursday morning and traveled...

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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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Hi! I'm Jessica, a Roman Catholic wife and home educating mother to our nine children. I was home educated myself, along with my eleven younger siblings. I have a special devotion to St. Therese, through whom I have been given much help and many blessings--the beautiful "Shower of Roses" that she has sent my way! Here I will record a few of the blessings I treasure. Please remember that what you see here is just a little glimpse at our lives, so please say a prayer for us, as we continue to strive for holiness.

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