Family
Sleep Talking
My youngest son is a very happy little boy. He is usually smiling and often sings as we wander through grocery store aisles and in other public places. He enjoys spending time outside and looking under rocks. Recently, he has also started talking in his sleep. This morning, as he slept, I heard the following…
Read MorePassion Week and Holy Week
There were so many little things that happened over the past couple of weeks that I want to remember, so I am hoping that I have a few spare minutes here and there to write about them. On Saturday of Passion Week, we spent the day gardening. On Palm Sunday, Elizabeth acted ornery during Mass (unbeknownst…
Read MoreIn Loving Memory
In Loving Memory from Catholic Family on Vimeo. My husband put this slideshow together last year for his mother’s wake. “Danny Boy” was one of her favorite songs. My mother-in-law was a very loving, giving, and thoughtful person. I miss her. Please pray for the repose of her soul.
Read MoreMy Little Bishop
On Wednesday, we enjoyed watching the FSSP Seminary Chapel Consecration. Yesterday afternoon, the children were playing outside when I saw Finnian walking towards the sliding glass door with one of our child-size brooms. As soon as he reached the door, he raised the broom up and banged on the door with the handle. I immediately…
Read MoreI Miss my Mom
My Jesus, I adore Thee. My Jesus, I love Thee. My Jesus, I trust in Thee. My Jesus, have Mercy on me, a sinner. My Jesus, Thy Will be done. My mother died several years ago and I still miss her terribly. During her illness, I had seen her every other day and sometimes every day until…
Read MoreHe Usually Knows What We Will Say
After returning from Mass on Sunday, Finnian ran into my room and said, “I was very good at Mass, so I had my throat blessed.” A few minutes later, he returned and the following conversation took place: Finnian (whispering): “Mommy, please may I have a hotdog for lunch.” Me: “Go and ask Daddy.” Finnian (in a…
Read MoreAndrew
Andrew Paul miscarried at 10 weeks between Thursday, February 4, and Sunday, February 7 Our Lady of Lourdes, pray for us!
Read MoreSword Fighting
My little boys enjoy pretending they are knights. This morning, as I lie in bed, feeling dizzy, they are pretending to be knights, blowing their horns and sword fighting. A few minutes ago, the following was heard from the hallway: Finnian: “Oh, I am wounded.” Catherine: “Go see Mommy and she will bandage you up.”…
Read MoreWords to Warm the Heart
Finnian: “Mommy, I love you! You are my best friend.” Thank you, God, for blessing me with such loving children.
Read MoreFamily Ritual
When our first child was a toddler, I started to play what could be called the “I Love You Game”. I am still playing it with my little ones, today, and Finnian really likes it. A couple of nights ago, he said, “Mommy, I love you.” I replied, “I love you, too, Finnian.” He responded,…
Read MoreHe’s Growing Up
Patrick: “Mommy, look what I found.” Me: “Patrick, I could kiss you.” Patrick: “No, I don’t want you to kiss me.”
Read MoreHappy New Year News!
I pray that everyone has a blessed New Year! We are looking forward to being a family of 10 (or 11 if the children’s prayers are answered) in 2010! O Lord Jesus Christ, through the intercession of Your tender Mother, Our Lady of La Leche, who bore You close to her heart during those long…
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