Burning the Candle at Both Ends: Daybook: February 3, 2011

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

February 03, 2011

Daybook: February 3, 2011

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FOR TODAY: February 3, 2011

Outside My Window... I believe that bright light stinging my eyes is called THE SUN. Welcome back old friend. I hope you stick around for awhile!

I am thinking... …of all things Valentine’s day. Crafts and treats for the family and my honey.

I am thankful for... … the new comforter set and bonus down blanket we received unexpectedly this Christmas. I officially have the coziest bed ever!

From the kitchen… Tonight’s dinner will be homemade pizza and salad… a family favorite. Who would have thought that living in an area where there is an authentic Italian pizza place on literally every corner that this non-Italian girl could conjure up a pizza recipe to satisfy the family without breaking the budget?

I am wearing... A comfy purple tweedish sweater and jeans… a favorite of mine this winter.

I am creating... A re-vamping of the homeschool plan. We definitely need more planning and scheduling to stay on track and not be finishing school in July! Did I mention how I despise planning and scheduling?

I am going... On a top-secret shopping trip with my #2 daughter. I cannot divulge details publicly, but there is something on the horizon!

I am reading... Books on organizing. When will I ever get it?

I am hoping... Our World Youth Day Fundraising finds its stride soon and we can defray most of our costs. It seems everybody and his brother is raising funds for something or another. Personally, I know that a youth pilgrimage to see the Pope in Spain with thousands of youth from around the world is worthwhile… but so are so many other good causes. It’s hard to ask for money to send my kids to Spain when the next guy needs money for a roof over his head or catastrophic medical care for his child. So we trudge on through the process and hope against hope that that we can chip away at the expense and that in the end our children come back holier, more grounded in their faith and full of stories and memories that will last a lifetime.

I am hearing... The scratching of pencil points on math books. It’s a lovely sound, especially when not accompanied by whining voices.

Around the house... I would love to get the house tidied from top to bottom before the weekend.

One of my favorite things... That first, hot steaming cup of coffee at 6:30 in the morning while all is still pretty quiet around here.

A Few Plans for the Rest of The Week… Driving to choir practice; ballet classes; basketball games; Thursday night and hubby’s band practice in the living room; a little girl sleepover Saturday night with games and crafts if Hannah has her way; Lifeteen Mass Sunday night; and then watching the one football game I watch every year with the family.

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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