I hope everyone has had a very blessed and profitable Lent so far! I wanted to list some of the books I’m reading this time around:Pray, Hope, and Don’t Worry (Diane Allen)I chose this one because I had a deep desire to know more about St. Pio… and I was not disappointed. While the stories … [Read more…]
I was pretty sure no one would notice if I just stopped blogging. However, I just got a call yesterday from a friend who said, “Do you know that you haven’t posted since March 20th? My kids keep wondering when you’re going to post something new!” For you, Malia, I’ll post something! Lent has continued … [Read more…]
[I’m a bit hesitant to post this, since by doing this I feel like I’m negating the spirit of what we’re trying to accomplish; however, since several people IRL have asked me about this project, I am tossing this out there on the off-chance that it might interest someone else.] Our family is going to … [Read more…]
I’m sure everyone is just anxious to know if our new Lenten project is working or not. I’m pleased to say that so far, it’s been a great success (thanks for asking!) In fact, Kathryn just came in a minute ago and said, “Mom, it’s gorgeous outside! As soon as Reilly and I donate our … [Read more…]
I truly hate to be posting this, because what sane person would try something for ONE day, and then deem it a success? I feel like I’m setting myself up for failure, because as soon as I state, “hey! This is working!” we will crash and burn to the ground. And yet, here I am … [Read more…]
We had a rough start… Marie had a stomach bug. God bless her, though… she is a real trouper, and never complained once. Thomas, Grace, Sean, and Christopher all mentioned feeling a little “off,” but so far no one else has caught anything. To be safe, though, we’re giving ourselves another day or so to … [Read more…]
Aggie Catholics has a great list of Lenten resources, which I hope you’ll take the time to check out. And courtesy of that site, I offer you a lighthearted look at Ash Wednesday: Enjoy!
I could post about how several members of my family are sick (again), or the hysterical song my dh came up with about President Obama buying us all pizza… … but I don’t think that would interest many. So instead, I offer you this AMAZING, wonderful, easy pretzel recipe from Allrecipes. I’ve tried making pretzels before, … [Read more…]
From the Baptist Standard: how two Baptist churches celebrate the season of Lent. To quote one of the pastors: “In my opinion, the full impact of the Easter message takes affect only when you walk through the dark shadows of the cross,” Clingenpeel said. “It’s a penitent season, and the Lenten activities remind us that … [Read more…]
Once again, I am really excited about the start of Lent. It sounds odd, I suppose, to be excited about a season of fasting, abstaining, almsgiving, and penance. When I was a child I dreaded it — giving up something was sooooooooooo hard, and those fried egg sandwiches Mom made for our lunches were enough … [Read more…]