Self-Communicating

Despite his antics, Patrick really does pay attention at Mass. Tonight, he sat at the table with a small stack of Pringles. With each chip, he broke off a small piece, said, “Body of Christ”, placed it in his mouth, and followed with “Amen”. This continued until the pile was finished. *Posted by my husband

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Real Deer

Patrick was truly amazed by the deer that we saw this weekend. He exclaimed more than once, “It has eyes!” He was also heard saying, “It has feet and it walks!”

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Real Deer

Patrick was truly amazed by the deer that we saw this weekend. He exclaimed more than once, “It has eyes!” He was also heard saying, “It has feet and it walks!”

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Where’s the Camera?

We saw a lot of deer up close this weekend, including a mother deer with two fawns. Our children held their breath, hoping the deer would not be hit, as the mother left a clearing in the trees to lead her two fawns across the street. I wish that I could share some photos, but…

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Where’s the Camera?

We saw a lot of deer up close this weekend, including a mother deer with two fawns. Our children held their breath, hoping the deer would not be hit, as the mother left a clearing in the trees to lead her two fawns across the street. I wish that I could share some photos, but…

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He Can’t Help Himself

We spent the weekend at the ocean, visiting relatives. When we walked into the lobby of the hotel, my husband noticed that one of the computers had an “Out of Order” sign taped on it. I patiently waited for his request. He finally asked this morning, “Would you mind if I fixed their computer for…

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He Can’t Help Himself

We spent the weekend at the ocean, visiting relatives. When we walked into the lobby of the hotel, my husband noticed that one of the computers had an “Out of Order” sign taped on it. I patiently waited for his request. He finally asked this morning, “Would you mind if I fixed their computer for…

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Bernadette’s First Communion

On Sunday, May 20, 2007, Bernadette received her First Communion. She has been longing to receive Jesus for a long time and she was more than ready. Nine days prior to her First Communion, Bernadette started a novena to welcome Jesus, using Welcome Jesus: A First Communion Preparation (although this little booklet does not appear…

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I Missed It, but He Didn’t

My little boy played in the first couple of innings of his third baseball game tonight (we had a prior commitment that prevented him from playing in the whole game). My husband took him to the game and our son hit two singles. I wish that I had been there to see it.

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I am 4 Months Old

I really like rolling over and playing with my feet. I still enjoy sucking my fingers and I continue to spit up a lot. I babble almost all the time when I am awake. My brothers and sisters are convinced that I say, “Mama”, but I am just experimenting with sounds. I try to stick…

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Fun Mommy

My sister is a great mother! She seems to know just how to handle every situation. The photos below will tell you the whole story. Happy Mother’s Day to my sisters and my friends!

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A 2 Year Old’s Grasp of the English Language

Yesterday Morning Patrick: “Mommy, please can we watch a video.” Me: “No, you may not watch a video.” Patrick: “Theresa, Mommy said that only I can watch a video.” Yesterday Afternoon As the female postal carrier left our driveway, Patrick kept saying, “Goodbye, ladyman! Goodbye, ladyman!”

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