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from the London Times: “As an atheist, I truly believe that Africa needs God.” (h/t Fr. Dwight Longenecker and his blog, Standing On My Head)

There is a new law that will effect on February 10, 2009 — the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act. This act will require ALL PRODUCTS that are intended for children under 12 to be tested for lead. ALL products. This will hit everyone from moms who make cloth diapers to sell on-line, to thrift stores, … [Read more…]

Super bad cold symptoms, high fever…. ugh. All of us are draped over couches and chairs, trying to find a little niche of comfort. In the grand scheme of things, this is such a minor, minor cross… so why can’t I carry this one with just a bit more dignity? Update: Thank God dh is … [Read more…]

Not wanting to be “one of those moms”… you know, the kind that never get out and try new things… I set a goal for myself — to learn how to ride a waveboard… or at least get on the dang thing… by the end of the day. Not pretty, but mission accomplished. Make an … [Read more…]

Thank you one and all for praying for me. I’m not sure if this is just a brief reprieve, or if it’s finally over, but I can say that for the first time in over a week, I’ve been able to function normally. Lord willing, I’ll be able to start posting again!

I’ve been unable to get back to blogging as of late. I’ve had a bit of a personal struggle, so if I come to mind, would you please pray for me? Thank you!! But, for a huge “pick-me-up,” I offer this wonderful clip (courtesy of Mark Shea and Historical Christian) on the cease-fire on Christmas … [Read more…]

Now the entire United States of America has been rickrolled??? That is so funny! I was in the kitchen getting the turkey ready this morning while the rest of the family was in the TV room, watching the Macy’s parade when, lo and behold, I heard the familiar strains of “Never Gonna Give You Up.” … [Read more…]

… they spot a mistake in a saint booklet. [Reilly came up to me and said, “Mom! Can you believe this? This article is about St. Martin de Porres, but they put a picture of St. Martin of TOURS on it!]

…and not succeeding very well. “Some trust in chariots and some in horses, but we trust in the name of the LORD our God” (Psalm 20:7). May God have mercy on America.

Me: “Shakespeare described witches as old crones huddled around a cauldron, casting spells and saying, ‘bubble, bubble, toil and trouble…‘” Reilly: [bursting into hysterics] “Did you just say, ‘bubble, bubble, TOILET trouble’?”