A Dr. Seuss Birthday Cake for Father Gordon
- Printed out image of Ga-Zair by Dr. Suess
- Wax Paper
- Pink, Blue, Black and White Candy Melts
- Toothpick
Next I added the blue to some of the roofs, buildings, and the bridge, making sure to make it thick enough to not break apart too easily.
St. Francis of Assisi’s Sermon to the Birds
“And as he went on his way, with great fervour, St Francis lifted up his eyes, and saw on some trees by the wayside a great multitude of birds; and being much surprised, he said to his companions, “Wait for me here by the way, whilst I go and preach to my little sisters the birds”; and entering into the field, he began to preach to the birds which were on the ground, and suddenly all those also on the trees came round him, and all listened while St Francis preached to them, and did not fly away until he had given them his blessing.
And Brother Masseo related afterwards to Brother James of Massa how St Francis went among them and even touched them with his garments, and how none of them moved. Now the substance of the sermon was this:
“My little sisters the birds, ye owe much to God, your Creator, and ye ought to sing his praise at all times and in all places, because he has given you liberty to fly about into all places; and though ye neither spin nor sew, he has given you a twofold and a threefold clothing for yourselves and for your offspring. Two of all your species he sent into the Ark with Noe that you might not be lost to the world; besides which, he feeds you, though ye neither sow nor reap. He has given you fountains and rivers to quench your thirst, mountains and valleys in which to take refuge, and trees in which to build your nests; so that your Creator loves you much, having thus favoured you with such bounties. Beware, my little sisters, of the sin of ingratitude, and study always to give praise to God.”
As he said these words, all the birds began to open their beaks, to stretch their necks, to spread their wings and reverently to bow their heads to the ground, endeavouring by their motions and by their songs to manifest their joy to St Francis. And the saint rejoiced with them. He wondered to see such a multitude of birds, and was charmed with their beautiful variety, with their attention and familiarity, for all which he devoutly gave thanks to the Creator.
Michaelmas Daybook
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| St. Gabriel, St. Michael, and St. Raphael from Naturally Catholic |
Outside my window…
It snowed yesterday, last night, and is snowing again today… I’ve been told that this is not normal for up here in Northern Idaho and I’m hoping we have some warmer days ahead. I’m not ready for winter yet! The picture below is the view from some of our back windows looking out at the horse pastures. Our property ends at the white fence but we’ve been admiring all the fall colors on our neighbor’s beautiful trees!
My mom just had another MRI this past week and there has been no measurable growth on her acoustic neuroma tumor this past year which means she can continue to wait/watch and postpone brain surgery! Such wonderful news!! Deo Gratias!
I am thinking…
I can’t believe it has been nearly a year since we signed papers (October 1st), took possession (October 8th) and moved in (October 31st) to this home… and yet so much has changed!
Celebrating the liturgical year…
Michaelmas, St. Jerome, St. Therese, Holy Guardian Angels, St. Francis of Assisi…
So many favorite feast days coming up this week!
From the kitchen…
our annual Michaelmas Cupcakes.
I am working…
on setting up my new laptop! My old laptop was starting to have problems, not to mention the hard drive had been completely full for the past year (I had to go through and sort/delete photos every time I wanted to try and upload more) so maybe now it will be a little easier to blog a little more often? We’ll see!
I am creating…
a list of posts that I’d like to go back and add eventually, starting with some recent sacraments and past birthday parties. This blog has always been a family scrapbook of sorts and our kids love going back and looking through the archives. Bud isn’t happy that I’ve only blogged his first three (of seven) birthdays!
I am going…
out for a quick coffee date with Sean. We didn’t get to stay long since the coffee shop was closing in “seven minutes” but it worked out for the best since the baby was cranky by the time we got home. The girls mentioned that it happens to be National Coffee Day!
I am hoping…
to continue recovering from this postpartum depression and start feeling like myself again. I’ve been making some progress and doing a little better than I was a couple weeks ago. Did you know that wearing your baby may help alleviate postpartum depression? I’m not sure if it does or not, but the baby sure loves being tucked into my Moby Wrap.
from St. Frances de Sales:
for the soul of my mother-in-law, for Veronica Cools, for the Hatkes, and for so many others in need of prayer.
I am reading…
a chapter or two from Little House in the Big Woods to my little ones each night after we pray our family rosary. I had been neglecting reading aloud to them this past year and it’s nice to be doing it again.
One of my favorite things…
Captain’s Instagram stories, Ranger’s late night phone calls home, and our family group texting string! We are all counting the days until they come home for a visit.
Around the house… and a little peek at my day…
I keep spotting St. Michael!
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| Illuminated Ink Archangel Blank Book from last month’s Saints Around the World Box |
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| Just getting started… |
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| St. Michael Keepsake Box (one of Bud’s recent First Holy Communion Gifts from friends!) |
Lisieux Nail Polish {Giveaway}
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| The girls have such a fun collection of color options! |
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| “Oooohhhh! Pretty!” |
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| Little Flower Nail Polish and St. Therese of Lisieux Quote Mug Dress from Baby My Love Etsy |
Please Continue to Pray for Veronica Cools
Please Join Me in Helping a Family in Need
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| Our girls with Victoria and Veronica Cools |
“Veronica was diagnosed with osteosarcoma (bone cancer) in August of 2018. This aggressive cancer wrapped itself in and around her thigh bone with a high likelihood of mestastasis. Since hearing of the dreadful diagnosis, she has fought for her life. Over the course of an eight month period following diagnosis Veronica underwent extensive treatment, procedures, labs, scans, surgeries, including a full amputation of her leg.”
“A PET scan was done and it was found that Veronica’s cancer has aggressively returned. The cancer has metastasized to both lungs, her liver, some lymph nodes and a rib. The future is uncertain, but the family is holding tight to their faith and hope for a miracle.”
Please, please pray for a miracle for this amazing girl…
In addition to our prayers, the Cools are also in need of our financial help and support. If you can help in any way, no matter how small, it would be greatly appreciated. Together we can at least help lighten the financial burden on this dear family.
“Expenses and bills don’t stop arriving in the mailbox because of a cancer diagnosis, unfortunately. The Cools are again in addition to living expenses absorbing the cost for gas, lodging, and treatment expenses in Seattle which are coming to about $2400 a week.”
Update from Veronica’s Dad:
“We are asking family, friends and benefactors to pray to Blessed Archbishop Fulton Sheen as he needs a miracle for canonization. Of course if it be God’s will.”
+ Requiescat in Pace +
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| April 2018 – A couple photos from our trip to Arizona to introduce “Grace” to her grandmother. It’s been just over two years since my father-in-law passed away the day before I went into labor. |
On the Traditional Feast of Saint Jane
(God’s plan is so much better than our own… He knew we needed her!)
{pretty, happy, funny, real}
Instagram Recap: DMV, French Toast & Hello Sugar!
August 2, 2019
The women at the Sheriff’s/Driver’s License Office were trying their best to put me into labor this morning… I thought I arrived prepared right at 8am with my birth certificate, social security card, and proof of residency… I passed the test (barely) but then they sent me back home for a different copy of my birth certificate (apparently the one I brought was not certified) and a second proof of residency before they would give me my temp license… when I got back they realized that they also wanted to see my marriage certificate…. At that point the pregnancy hormones kicked in and the tears started falling… Each trip required signing back in at the end of the line. They came very close to not accepting my copy of our nearly 20 year old marriage certificate (despite the clerk’s signature, seal, and number) but eventually got approval from the main office in the capital. After that it was time to head next door (Vehicle Licensing is a whole separate office/waiting list) to start the process of registering all our vehicles (each vehicle had to be present to do that, so musical vehicles began)… After four hours it’s all done and we can finally check that off the to do list! Whew!
*They actually called us back a few days later saying they needed Sean and I to both COME BACK and sign MORE paperwork! Apparently they forgot to have us sign some tax exempt forms on the vehicles… It’s all taken care of and we finally have our new license plates and driver’s licenses!
After my crazy morning, I probably should have gone home and put my feet up, but there is so much to be done at home right now I decided to just skip it all and take a couple of my girls shopping instead!
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| Look at all the BabyLit Books! |
We could have easily eaten them all, but the girls each enjoyed two, I had the delicious seasonal “Huckaboo” flavor, and we brought the remaining seven back for the rest of the family, after finally making it to Trader Joe’s to restock the fridge and pantry. Now I’m ready for her to arrive tomorrow, just incase she decides to come 16 days early like our last two!
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