Category Archives: Culture of Life

A thing of beauty! #Catholic #Women #Rejoice #CWR2012

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Guess who’s late? #NFP

It figures. Last week was National Natural Family Planning Awareness Week, and I am late. To post. About the week. What did you think I meant? Anyway, I have been having some good conversations with others this week about Natural … Continue reading

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Oh, my, how time does fly …

It’s the last day of June. So, what in the world do I have to show for it? The celebration of two beautiful children’s lives via birthday parties on the 13th and the 24th – check/check. Survived hubby’s “extended” trip to Steubenville (almost) completely … Continue reading

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7 years ago today …

Our lives were forever changed … God gave us a sweet baby girl to call our own … And we were suddenly thrust into the adventure of a lifetime. HAPPY BIRTHDAY, PUMPKIN PATCH – WE LOVE YOU!!!!

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Today’s Reading & The Visitation by Albertenelli

An online friend reminded me that today’s Gospel reading is the story of The Visitation, where John the Baptist leaps in St. Elizabeth’s womb at Mary’s greeting. I have a special connection with St. Elizabeth, as she is my Confirmation … Continue reading

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A Mother’s Day Bouquet For You

To my favorite Moms – you know who you are – may Jesus Christ be with you, Our Heavenly Father bless you, Our Blessed Mother inspire you, and the Holy Spirit give you the peace and courage to persevere in … Continue reading

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Simple Pleasures: tales from the diary of a sick Mommy

I took the day off today. Was pretty darn sick yesterday, and could just see myself getting even worse if I tried to push myself to go in to the office today. So I stayed home. Which is big for … Continue reading

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Tea for two … or 50. No big whoop!?

The 1st Annual Women’s Tea for Life, held Saturday, April 17 at St. Cecilia Parish in Beaverton, OR, was a resounding success. Over 50 women attended, over $2300 was raised, and I only cried three – no, make that four – … Continue reading

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HE IS RISEN!!

A blessed and holy Eastertide to you and all your loved ones!

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Magnificat!

A reading from the Gospel according to Luke: In the sixth month, the angel Gabriel was sent from God to a town of Galilee called Nazareth, to a virgin betrothed to a man named Joseph, of the house of David, … Continue reading

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