"I have not the courage to force myself to seek beautiful prayers in books; not knowing which to choose I act as children do who cannot read; I say quite simply to the good God what I want to tell Him, and He always understands me." - St. Thérèse of...
St. Rose of Lima, Ora Pro Nobis!
"Without the burden of afflictions it is impossible to reach the height of grace. The gift of grace increases as the struggle increases."- St. Rose of LimaMother’s Prayer to St RoseSaint Rose, devout Virgin, fragrant rose in the garden of God, sweetly blooming amid...
Prayer in Times of Epidemics
Prayer in Times of Epidemics that we prayed after Mass 🙏🏻 At the end of the prayer Father blessed everyone with a relic of the True Cross ❤️PRAYER IN TIMES OF EPIDEMICSV. Deal not with us, Lord, according to our sins.R. And take not vengeance on us because of our...
My Little Doll Baby :: Four Weeks
Our little baby is four weeks old today! We just got back home from having her weight checked again. On the way to town I told our oldest daughter that I was pretty sure the baby had gained at least a half pound these past two weeks and that she probably weighs really...
Prayer for a Happy Delivery
Mother Love Prayer Book • Watercolor Rose Swaddle BlanketOne more prayer request... In addition to praying for the repose of the soul of my dear father-in-law, who passed away yesterday, could you offer an extra little prayer for me and our baby girl? I'm in labor and...
A Morning Prayer Written by Saint Thérèse
Saint Thérèse of Lisieux - Original Art by Audrey EclecticPrints available at Etsy or enter the Audrey Eclectic giveaway!A Morning Prayer Written by Saint ThérèseO my God! I offer Thee all my actions of this day for the intentions and for the glory of the...
On the Feast of St. Anthony of Padua
Posted yesterday afternoon, June 13th, the Feast of St. Anthony of Padua, on Instagram/Facebook: Home from the hospital and so thankful for hugs and cuddles from my little ones… {pregnancy/miscarriage update posted here on the blog} Thank you all so...
{this moment}
I quietly captured this moment from his bedroom door the other night without being seen... It always melts my heart to catch our children praying again on their own after being sent to bed!
Back-to-School :: 2013-2014
O my God, I know too well that whatever I may do for the education of my children will remain fruitless without the blessing of Thy grace. "Unless our Lord build the house," says the psalmist, "they have labored in vain that build it. Unless our Lord keep the...
The Catholic Child and The Blessed Virgin
My dear Child: The Blessed Virgin is your Mother in Heaven.She loves you because her Son, Jesus, loves you and has died for you.Vintage 1960 edition of Jesus, Make Me WorthyShe is anxious to help you. You may be sure that she will hear your prayers.She is...
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.