Zoolights 2009

  The last time that we went to Zoolights was when our eldest son was still a baby.  I hope that we can return next year.  It is so peaceful to walk through the zoo at night, looking the Christmas lights, and listening to the instrumental Christmas music.

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Christmas Guest and Zoolights

We were blessed to have my brother-in-law, Steve, spend a few days before and after Christmas with us.  On the evening of the 22nd, he helped us decorate our Christmas tree. On the 23rd, he left our house to go and spend Christmas with my father-in-law, who was celebrating his first Christmas in 49 years without…

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Confirmation

For the past couple of years, my two eldest have wanted to be confirmed.  After hearing our pastor say that our parish’s first Confirmation would take place on December 17, Bernadette told my father-in-law that she would be confirmed in December.  I told her that she would need to wait a couple more years.  She was upset and shared,…

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Teacher In-Service Day

My husband gave me a much needed teacher in-service day, today.  Our six oldest have accompanied him to the Museum of Flight, taking advantage of the “Free Youth Days” which run through December 20.  The children were looking forward to going on the flight simulator. I am looking forward to hearing what they thought about…

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Breakfast in Bed

Our eldest daughter surprised us this morning with breakfast in bed.  She came up with the delicious menu on her own, making scrambled egg, french toast, and orange juice.  Our St. Lucia even took the time to decorate the trays.  It was a wonderful and relaxing way to begin a Sunday morning.  She is such a…

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He Didn’t do it Without Compliance

Last night, I heard Finnian crying and went to see what was wrong.  I found him tied to a parking meter piggy bank in his room.  His brothers were trying to untie him.  He turned to me and cried, “Patrick tied me up.”  All I could think was, “He didn’t do it without compliance from…

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Apology Accepted

Daddy: “Finnian, apologize to Mommy for what you did.” Finnian (in the sweetest voice): “I forgive you, Mommy.”

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Where Did the Time Go?

Our little princess is already one.  I still remember how she surprised me with her slightly early entrance into this world and how thankful I was to be holding another baby in my arms.  Her early days, weeks, and months seemed like such a dream.  She was so quiet and peaceful, falling asleep every night around 8. …

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The Walls are Broken Down and I am on my Knees

It’s been a hard week.  By the time yesterday rolled around, I was ready to hold up a white flag.  As I worked on lesson plans, Finnian scattered flour all over the kitchen, the dining room, the hallway, and some of his siblings.  No one said a thing.  I knew something was wrong, when I…

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It’s All About Charlotte

Finnian:  “Mommy, I like going to Mass.  I like going to the potluck and I like playing on the playground.” Me:  “I am happy that you like going to Mass…” Finnian (before I could finish):  “I get to play with Charlotte.” Hopefully, in a year or two, it will be all about loving God.

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Repentance

Yesterday morning, Finnian’s first words were, “I love Daddy, too.”  Throughout the day, he kept telling me, “I love you.” and “You’re my best friend.” I wondered whether he was trying to make up for Monday.

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