7-Layer Bean Dip
On Pentecost Sunday, we tried this 7-layer bean dip recipe for the first time and it was delicious. We served it as an appetizer with tortilla chips and it was a hit with everyone. Kieran would have eaten it all if we had let him. I used regular re-fried beans and medium salsa, and it…
Read MoreCostco Grocery Shopping List
I always find summer a great time to get organized. After giving birth to our ninth child and being unable to go grocery shopping for quite some time, I realized that it is much easier to have master grocery lists, based on store layout, then it is to say, “We need this. We need that.”…
Read MoreMonth of the Immaculate Heart of Mary
Queen of the Most Holy Rosary, I renew my consecration to you and to your Immaculate Heart. Please accept me, my dear Mother, and use me as you wish to accomplish your designs upon the world. I am all yours, my Mother, my Queen, and all that I have is yours. Amen. Please remember that…
Read MoreAnchors Aweigh
Here’s one more reason to become a Lilla Rose consultant: If you become a consultant today, July 31, then you can purchase the August Flexi of the Month today. If you would like to become a consultant, please visit http://lillarose.biz/pretty and click “become a Consultant“. Additional information about becoming a consultant is available here. If…
Read MoreLost in the Fjord
Before leaving for his new assignment, our previous assistant pastor, Fr. V., recommended a book to us as a possible future read aloud. On Sunday, after Mass, I was surprised when my friend, Elena S., came up to me and gave me a present for my family. Once in our van, delight superseded my surprise…
Read MoreA Great Way to Earn Money from Home
Are you looking to earn a little extra income? Lilla Rose might be able to help you do so. Please visit http://lillarose.biz/pretty and click “become a Consultant” to learn more or email me at prettynwrose at gmail dot com. If you have any questions, please contact me. I am happy to answer your questions and would be grateful to have more…
Read MoreAugust 1, Day of Prayer for Christians persecuted in Iraq, Syria and the Middle East
The Priestly Fraternity of St. Peter is asking all of its apostolates around the world to dedicate Friday, August 1 to a day of prayer and penance for the Christians who are suffering terrible persecution in Iraq, Syria and elsewhere in the Middle East. Please see their website for more information.
Read MoreA Rainy Day Summer Daybook
Outside my window It is overcast and raining lightly. We have had a very sunny summer so far. A little bit of rain is necessary to water our trees and flowers. As my husband told our pastor, “There’s nothing wrong with a little rain. I like my grass to be the same color as my…
Read MoreMy Nature Girl
This daughter of mine has always been fascinated with bugs, sea creatures, and animals of all sorts. Last week, she collected a bunch of clams and we enjoyed clam chowder for dinner thanks to her. She wanted to catch a bunch of crabs, but I told her that we would wait for her Uncle Kevin…
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