Burning the Candle at Both Ends: February 2008

With a Humble Heart We Ask the Lord...

****Updated 4/15/10****
For our children as they come to the end of another school year.. that they may not lose their motivation to succeed in their studies!
for our Church... that the mistakes of her past may continue to be corrected and learned from and that all measures may continue be taken to prevent further damage to the good work that our Church does throughout the world.
-for healing and comfort for the Barrett family as they continue to mourn the loss of dear Ryan
for success and security for Dan in his job
- For protection for the unborn
- for health of mind and body for a particular family member in my heart
-to guide the leadership of our country with Your wisdom and love.
- for all those struggling due to the problems with our nation's economy
-for couples struggling with infertility... that God blesses them with the babies they long for... and for the Grace they need to accept His will , whatever it may be.
-for all those recovering from any type of addiction... the they may be healed by the love of God and family
-for the health and safety of our six children... that God keeps them in His loving care and guides them in all their decisions as they grow to maturity.
-for a strengthening of the marriage vocation, especially my own
-for safety for all of our Armed forces

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February 24, 2008

Our first big snow this winter!!

I don't think I am the only one who was very excited to see our first big snow of the winter this past Friday. And it was only February 22! With winter showing itself so late this year, plus an unusually early Easter, I won't be surprised to see ski hats instead of Easter bonnets at Mass this Easter Sunday.

I couldn't resist bundling up my two littlest Friday for an early morning pull on the sled. It was still snowing, all was quiet and anyone who did see us greeted us with a happy smile. Late winter snow does that to people. I guess knowing the mess will be shortlived makes it easier to enjoy it while it's here.

We had fun on the sled, then the shoveling began. One good pass with the shovel was all we needed. Around eleven A.M. my little guy's Godfather picked up him and big brother for some real sledding on a nearby hill. Here is a truly wonderful friend who took not only my two boys, but his two sons, and his other Godson with his older brother! All in all six boys and one very courageous Godfather! We are blessed to have him in our lives! I can only imagine once everyone was safely delivered home there may have been some chagrin over the Lenten sacrifice of NO BEER!

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February 10, 2008

The prime purpose of being four is to enjoy being four - of secondary importance is to prepare for being five. ~Jim Trelease, The Read-Aloud Handbook, 1985

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February 05, 2008

Sunday Tea

What better way to spend a Sunday afternoon with your four-year-old princess than at a fancy tea party for a buddy's fifth birthday??? I can't think of any. We were off to the big city to spend the afternoon sipping tea, sampling pretty cookies, cakes and finger sandwiches. Of course, no tea party would be complete without fancy hats, beads and a few parlor games! A wonderful afternoon was had by all. Tune in next week because we are planning our own Valentine's Day Tea here at home. If it is half as much fun as this past Sunday's, I will consider it a success!

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February 04, 2008

Go Giants!

OK, so I said I'm not much of a sports fan, but I am now officially a Giants fan. What a great game!

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February 03, 2008

Superbowl!!!!

I am not much of a sports fan.. but I can't help but be a Giants fan today!

Here's to a great game and here's to the most devoted Giants fan I've ever known... my late father- in-law.

We miss him always, but today, especially!

Go Giants!

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With a Grateful Heart We Thank the Lord

****Updated 4/15/10****
For the birth of my newest great-niece, Jordyn.
-for the sacrament of confession and the grace it showers on us
-for the blessing of good and true friends
-for the beauty and truth of our beloved Catholic Church
-for the love of our extended family, and our parents who instilled in both of us the importance of the family bonds
-for our six wonderful blessings... Katie, Jessica, Ben, Rebecca, Thomas and Hannah, who add so much joy to our days
-for my husband, who provides,leads, instructs, guides and leads our family on our path to Heaven

Franciscan Poetry: by Dan Volpe, SFO