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Now brethren, we urge you to praise God. That is what we are all telling each other when we say,
Alleluia.
—St Augustine
Linking with the ladies from Suscipio
Moments of Gratitude
:: time away with no agenda
:: ignored the news
:: a few days off from cooking
:: the most incredible Tiramisu I’ve ever had
:: yes, I confessed to my mother – it was better than hers
:: there’s no place like home
:: visiting my son and daughter-in-law to be
:: the wedding plans
:: sharing in their excitement
:: I’m going to be a grandmother
:: yes, it’s out of order…but we are covering them with love
:: how the Lord turned a simple vacation into a pilgrimage
Praying
:: for my Benedictine mentor struggling with a very painful health crisis
:: I learn to pray the prayer God gives me and not fall into self condemnation when I can’t pray as I’d like
Memorizing
:: Ephesians 4:25-32 with the ladies at Suscipio
Liturgical Living
:: h/t to Jenny, for reminding me to order candles for Candlemas Day
Listening To
In the Kitchen
:: I’m just so happy to be back to home cooking..
:: Italian White Bean and Mustard Green Soup, bread
:: Salmon Croquettes, brown rice, spinach
:: Green Spaghetti — homemade sauce
Reading
Ignatius Catholic Bible RSV, but I have a Douay Rheims on my wish list
A book on the History of the Catholic Church
Captured
The Lord led my husband and I here to this beautiful site dedicated to our Blessed Mother, where we prayed for our unborn grandchild and lit a votive candle asking her intercession for a healthy pregnancy, safe delivery, and a holy life.
We also joined our prayers to all those taking part in the Washington March for life Friday, Jan. 25, two days after the 40th anniversary of the Roe v. Wade decision.
+PAX
January 21st, 2013 at 5:32 pm
What a quaintly beautiful church… and thank you for the prayer link.
January 21st, 2013 at 5:36 pm
Marcia, Thanks for stopping by..It is a beautiful place of prayer especially considering it’s history. Blessings and +
January 21st, 2013 at 5:54 pm
Wow…what a great almanac. Congratulations Caroline! (with a hint of jealousy~winks)
Your gratitude list was just joyful to read today.
Have a blessed week.
January 21st, 2013 at 6:02 pm
Theresa, I loved your almanac, too..especially about how you prayed through exhaustion.
Thank you! Don’t children know just how to bless us while they keep us on our knees? LOL
Blessings always +
January 21st, 2013 at 7:16 pm
Caroline, I missed you! I too am jealous..and not even “winking” about it
A precious, warm, cuddly, beautiful little baby. I’m hoping I’ll get that awesome surprise soon..maybe this year. My son is back in school though, so I don’t know! But so very delighted for you.
It’s so good to get away, but there really is no place like home!
Mmm, that bean soup sounds yummy!
Love and welcome home xoxox
January 21st, 2013 at 7:38 pm
Oh, a Baby! How wonderful for you and your family. Tiramisu? That’s just the cherry on top!
January 21st, 2013 at 7:45 pm
Angela..Everyone’s really excited ; ) They already heard the heartbeat!
Oh- that Tiramisu…Worth every calorie.
Blessings always +
January 21st, 2013 at 7:53 pm
Patricia, I could hardly stand not knowing how you were doing and when I saw your post today I had a half smile because of the picture..Hope you’re experiencing some relief.
Well, maybe it will be this year for you..remember, I found out about the wedding not to long after your son got married? So get ready. LOL
All I can think of when I see my daughter-in -law to be is how beautiful she looks..and thinking about the heartbeat and that little face I can’t see yet.
It was so good to get away, but I’m happy to be back. I missed you and prayed for you and all the ladies at the shrine and by the spot where the first Mass in America was celebrated. Such Holy Ground.
Love you +
January 22nd, 2013 at 1:18 am
Our Lady of the Milk? Interesting, is this site dedicated to Our Lady for her intercession on behalf of expectant mothers? And congratulations on your wonderful news. When my daughter and her fiancee announced their plans to us, I must admit to being partially disappointed that a baby wasn’t the reason for their hurry. Prayers for all Joyce
January 22nd, 2013 at 1:41 am
Joyce, Yes, it is. If you get a chance go to the link that tells the history of the shrine. It is absolutely amazing..My husband and I couldn’t believe the providence of God’s timing in having us visit there.
I’m happy for your daughter, Joyce. None of it’s perfect with our children; but isn’t it beautiful that each on their journey is reaching for their best and coming home to tell us of their efforts.
Maybe they trust us after all.
And one day …the Lord.
Prayers for you and thank you always for stopping by.
Blessings and +
January 22nd, 2013 at 6:53 am
Praying for your mentor.
Congratulations on becoming a grandma soon.
We have much to be grateful for.
God bless.
January 22nd, 2013 at 2:02 pm
Caroline, I am so excited for the added blessing to your family. Yes, cover them with love. Although I would not want one of my daughters to do things “out of order” as you say, in this very dangerous land for babies in the womb, the announcement of a birth would bring relief and love, you know.
Having nursed 7 babies, I have offered many prayers to Our Lady of La Leche. The picture you posted is beautiful. Not like I imagined.
January 22nd, 2013 at 5:36 pm
Jenny, Thank you and your prayers are most welcome as I know they come from one who has lived the message of life. It is such a dangerous culture for babies..I began praying and covering them with His love the minute I found out and I’ll never stop. Isn’t that shrine amazing? We didn’t even know it was there, the Lord just led us to it.
Blessings to you always and all the wonderful things you’re doing at Suscipio. +
January 22nd, 2013 at 5:37 pm
Thank you, Victor…I pray that the Lord gives me all the grandma graces available : )
Your prayers for my mentor are much appreciated.
Blessings always +