A tribute to Mother Teresa

I thought that this was a beautiful and inspiring tribute to Blessed Mother Teresa. Do check it out. Website Tribute Here

"...Prayer does not demand that we interrupt our work, but that we continue working as if it were a prayer." Mother Teresa

My Girls

First Sisterly Bath together :)

Water Baby!

~ Sweeties ~

~ Pretty Girl ~

This was the 8th picture and as you see Colette has had enough.

Internet Personality Profile

Ok, I’m impressed. It’s pretty much right on except for the part about being Impulsive and off the wall, plus I don't think I make that many snap decisions. All in all its right on.

Your Five Factor Personality Profile

Extroversion: You have low extroversion. You are quiet and reserved in most social situations. A low key, laid back lifestyle is important to you. You tend to bond slowly, over time, with one or two people. Conscientiousness: You have low conscientiousness. Impulsive and off the wall, you don't take life too seriously. Unfortunately, you sometimes end up regretting your snap decisions. Overall, you tend to lack focus, and it's difficult for you to get important things done. Agreeableness: You have medium agreeableness. You're generally a friendly and trusting person. But you also have a healthy dose of cynicism. You get along well with others, as long as they play fair. Neuroticism: You have medium neuroticism. You're generally cool and collected, but sometimes you do panic. Little worries or problems can consume you, draining your energy. Your life is pretty smooth, but there's a few emotional bumps you'd like to get rid of. Openness to experience: Your openness to new experiences is medium. You are generally broad minded when it come to new things. But if something crosses a moral line, there's no way you'll approve of it. You are suspicious of anything too wacky, though you do still consider creativity a virtue.

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Winter "Bug" Hits

Well hello world. It has been a LONG few weeks. Our community was hit with a bug that really attacked our family here. On the 14^th of February my 6 month old abruptly stopped nursing. She would not take anything except water from a sippy cup. She did not eat or drink for a week and a half. The very idea of nursing seemed to be repulse her. I finally starting using a medicine dispenser and slowly would make her have a few teaspoons. In a desperate attempt I added some milk to baby cereal and spoon-fed her. She seemed to like this new concept of feeding and ate a full box in one day. She still refused to drink anything though and because of this become extremely constipated. The doctor couldn’t find anything wrong with her and was as puzzled as I. I was advised by someone I hold much confidence that if I would give her Rice milk the constipation would go away. One problem… she was not drinking anything. I warmed up some rice milk and forced her to try it. She did fight back quite a bit but Mother’s determination won out. After she let herself taste the milk she started wolfing it down. You can imaging the relief I felt that she was drinking something. The next day she had a successful bowel movement! Two evenings ago Emily decided that she would try nursing. Just like that, no big deal. *sigh* Like I said, its been a long few weeks.

The A-B-C's of Homemaking

Tagged by Michelle. Thanks!

Aprons- Y/N?

Yes, I am actually in the process of sewing one now. I love wearing my"Edwardian" Apron I made but I like it so much I don't like wearing it all the time for fear that it will get stained.

Baking-Favorite Things to Bake?

I love baking Cookies!


Clothesline- Y/N?

Yes, we have one in the back yard. I don't use it all that much though.

Donuts- Ever made them?
Yes, I love home-made donuts. The recipe I have used calls for mashed potatoes. They are very good!


Everyday- One homemaking thing you do everyday?

Dishes


Freezer- Do you have a separate deep freezer?

No, but we are looking into buying one this summer.


Garbage Disposal- Y/N?

Yes, I enjoy having it.


Handbook- Y/N?

I was inspired by Kim’s Home Mgt Journal Project at Starry Sky Ranch. I have started my own like many others and am very pleased with the results.


Ironing- Love it or hate it?

Hate it!


Junk Drawer- Where is it?

lol, we have a few of these. Kitchen, hallway and yes even my top dresser drawer.

Kitchen- Design and decorating?
I enjoy my kitchen. On the counter there are few tiles that have some cute little geese with bows around their necks. I don’t think I would have put them there myself but they are sweet.


Love- What is your favorite part of homemaking?

Oh gosh there are so many... Being able to prepare a nice dinner for my family. The satisfaction of stepping back and looking at a clean bathroom, kitchen or heck whatever is clean and orderly.


Mop- Y/N?
Yes


Nylons- Wash by hand or in the washer?

Wash them in the washer and then air dry

Oven- Do you use the window or open it to check?

Open the door I don’t trust my judgment by looking through the window

Pizza- What do you put on yours?

I like pretty much everything on it.


Quiet- What do you do during the day when you get a quiet moment?

It has been my computer time but I'm trying to make it my personal prayer time however here I am having fun with a Meme.


Recipe card box- Y/N?

That and more.


Style of house-

One story bluish grayish house, three bedrooms two baths.

Tablecloths and napkins- Y/N?

I love tablecloths but I have not been able to find one that fits my square table. We do use paper napkins.


Under the kitchen sink- Organized or toxic wasteland?
Toxic wasteland.


Vacuum- How many times a week?
4-5 times


Wash- How many loads do you do a week?

I guess I've never counted. Its constant thing.


X's- Do you keep a list of things to do and cross them off?

Sometimes


Yard- Who does what?

My DH tends to most things outdoors but I do a bit myself


ZZZ's- What is your last homemaking task for the day?

Check on children and make sure they are covered, Kiss Dh good night, and God bless.

Carmel Popcorn

This Sunday as many of you know was the Supper bowl. I have never big football fan I but always look forward to supper bowl parties an account of all the wonderful snacks. :) I brought a family favorite of Carmel Popcorn and I'm happy to report that is was a hit! Here is the recipe if anyone is looking for tasty popcorn treat.

Easy Caramel Popcorn

2 bags (micro) popcorn or approx.. 1 cup regular, popped

1 stick margarine

1/4 C. light corn syrup

1 C. brown sugar

1 tsp. baking soda

1 brown paper bag

Place popped corn in brown bag. Melt margarine, brown sugar and syrup in microwave on high for 5 min stirring once every 2 1/2 min. ( I never do it that long.)

Stir in baking soda, mixture will foam! Pour over popcorn in bag and shake well. Place in Microwave on high for 1 in. Shake again, heat for one more min.

Shake, pour into bowl to cool and then enjoy!

Special indulgence for February 11

For many people (and perhaps most) visiting the sick and dying could be critical in their salvation. All for the Glory of God!

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"Catholics who participate in events connected with the Feb. 11 celebration of the World Day of the Sick can receive a special indulgence, the Vatican announced.

Pope Benedict XVI authorized the indulgences in order "to enrich" the World Day of the Sick and to highlight Christian teaching on "the value and function of suffering" accepted as a way to express sorrow for one's sins and trust in the fact that Christ's suffering is a source of salvation, said the Vatican statement released Feb. 5.

The statement was signed by U.S. Cardinal J. Francis Stafford, head of the Vatican tribunal that deals with indulgences and with matters related to the sacrament of penance.

An indulgence is a remission of the temporal punishment a person is due for sins he or she has committed.

A plenary, or full, indulgence is being offered to those who join the official celebrations of the World Day of the Sick in Seoul, South Korea, or in their own dioceses or parishes.

Plenary indulgences also can be obtained Feb. 11 by people who dedicate at least several hours that day to providing loving care for a sick person, especially one with an incurable or terminal illness, and by the sick themselves.

All those who want to receive the indulgence must go to confession, receive the Eucharist -- or promise to do so as soon as possible -- and pray for the intentions of the pope, all in a spirit of total detachment from the attraction of sin.

Cardinal Stafford said partial indulgences are being offered "between Feb. 9-11 to all the faithful each time they address, with a contrite heart, devoted prayers to the merciful God" on behalf of someone who is sick.

Source: Catholic News Service

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Umm, I'm going to have to improve on my knowledge when it comes to the order of the books. :) As for the talking donkey…that did not even ring a bell so I’ll have to look that up. :)