Are you kidding? What a presumptuous title that is.In truth, I don’t really have a clue.Here’s one thing I do know. The seven gifts of the Holy Spirit are wisdom, understanding, counsel, knowledge, fortitude, piety and fear of the Lord.The twelve fruits of the Holy Spirit are charity, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, long-suffering, … [Read more...]
Underfoot
I have really been enjoying the blog Snapshots around the World. I have known these sweet ladies for quite some time—Kim lives in Germany; Sue, Japan; and Rebecca’s in Ohio—and it’s fun to to read about the cultural differences.Now, of course, we get to “see” them.Snapshots around the World is, as per the blog header, “Three women, three … [Read more...]
Bits & Snippets from Here & There
…while you wait for the Pro-Life post. Today is my son’s last day of 8th grade. Does this mean he’s smarter than a 5th grader? Hmm.One thing it means for sure is that he’ll be home for the summer to do the two things he does best: help with George and harass his other siblings.This is what’s known as a mixed blessing.* * * * *The other day my … [Read more...]
Sunday Morning Mayhem
George decided his eggs needed Adobo.“There!” he proclaimed, and I looked up from the paper.“Oh, George.” Pity the mom who gets so engrossed in the news. Pity the mom who leaves jars of spice within reach.George admired his handiwork and took a big bite.And then shuddered—visibly—from head to toddler toe. … [Read more...]
For all the Moms
Have you updated your Facebook profile with a photo of your mom yet?I have. Here it is:As I remarked over there in a conversation with Betty, wasn’t she a looker?! This photo was one of several that got sent—surreptitiously—to my father overseas. He was a young Marine fighting for our country in World War II…and my mom, an equally young (and … [Read more...]
Faith & Family Remix
I know you know about Faith & Family’s website, but did you know that they have a magazine?Of course you did.Well then, do you subscribe to this gorgeous, Catholic publication?Of course you do.Okay, last question. Were you aware that my little family is featured on pages 64 & 65 of the current issue? You weren’t?! I’m shocked and … [Read more...]
George Stories
Subtitled: Got a toddler? George is almost-two going on 42—42 because that’s the age of Columbus when he discovered America and George is also a great explorer.*Explorer George. That has a nice ring to it, don’t you think? Except when the land he’s exploring is under the kitchen sink and/or behind the toilet and/or in my makeup drawer.Mascara wands … [Read more...]
Another Nickname
...to go with Little Puddin'.Have you heard "Little Potato" before? LOVE it, used to hear it on the MPR Morning Show back when I was a brand new teacher and had an early morning commute each day.Now it's 15-plus years later and my morning commute consists of walking from my bedroom to the kitchen. Nice!Anyway, if you're a parent of littles and … [Read more...]
On the Feast of the Presentation
We have to learn how to give ourselves, to burn before God like the light placed on a lampstand, to give light to those who walk in darkness; like the sanctuary lamps that burn by the altar, giving off light till their last drop is consumed.St. Josemaría Escrivá, The Forge“St. Bernard reminds us that it is prohibited to come before the Lord with … [Read more...]
(Un)Willing and (Un)Able
Help me, please. I am head-over-heels in love with my toddler.I blame those toes.In any case, the real problem is not my love for George but rather, my unwillingness to wean him. My husband thinks I should wean him as he (my baby) is still very fond of nursing and I haven't had a good night's sleep in...oh...the 21 months since George was born.My … [Read more...]
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