Burning the Candle at Both Ends: Simple Woman

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

January 26, 2009

Simple Woman

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FOR TODAY January 26, 2009

Outside My Window... I must be getting a late start today because the sun is just coming up. It is a balmy 18 degrees outside, but a toasty 69 degrees in the kitchen thanks to my trusty Vermont Castings stove.

I am thinking... of what a wonderful weekend I had thanks to my dearest friend Mary Ellen bringing a new soul onto the world.

I am thankful for... the new Barrett baby, Brendan Michael, and the outpouring of support from the online world as well as our community here for Mary Ellen.

From the kitchen… I guess I should get working on those plans, huh? Tonight looks like a chicken night to me, though.

I am wearing... this morning calls for the big fuzzy blue robe. It’s not my favorite, but sometimes it is necessary.

I am creating... a menu and plans for when we meet our daughter’s future in-laws over Valentine’s weekend. I’m thinking of some kind of Valentines treat for her future nephews who will be joining us then.

I am going... to the usual places this week… basketball, ballet, pre-cana, ice skating, creative writing workshop.

I am reading... pretty much the same things as last week. Not much time for reading in the past week.

I am hoping... that the music class/choral group that I have organized is successful. We start Friday morning and it should be fun!

I am hearing… hissing and crackling of the fire

Around the house... my lack of organization in a few areas is definitely haunting me, so I hope to get a handle on those things.

One of my favorite things... I was going to say newborn babies sleeping in the nursery, but my MOST favorite thing would have to be holding a sleeping newborn, not just watching them through a glass!

A Few Plans For The Rest Of The Week: still didn’t get that haircut I was hoping for last week.

Here is picture thought I am sharing... that's right, Thomas is not wearing a coat. We did, however, convince him that boots were non-negotiable! THe child marches to the beat of a different drummer!

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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