We got tickets see the Pope!!!
2 from the raffle at Church,2 for the teenagers in Youth Group,2 from my Father in love's work...(box seats!!!)
We are so excited!!! It reminds me of the joy I felt 12 years ago when we saw JPII in Baltimore!!!
Can't wait to post more with photo's...
+JMJ+Thy will be done...
Friday, April 4, 2008
Dwelling in the House of the Lord...
Responsorial Psalm27:1, 4, 13-14: One thing I seek: to dwell in the house of the Lord.
This morning started off great!!! I got to spend an hour with our precious Lord. Sometimes I get tons of inspiration, other times I just sit and bask in HIS PRESENCE.
After having some time in the Chapel with HIM, I came home to find everyone still sleeping...so I got to go to church and receive HIM in the HOLY Eucharist. What a treat, hopefully all these graces will rub off on my family and we will have a great day!!!
Thank you Lord!!!
This morning started off great!!! I got to spend an hour with our precious Lord. Sometimes I get tons of inspiration, other times I just sit and bask in HIS PRESENCE.
After having some time in the Chapel with HIM, I came home to find everyone still sleeping...so I got to go to church and receive HIM in the HOLY Eucharist. What a treat, hopefully all these graces will rub off on my family and we will have a great day!!!
Thank you Lord!!!
Wednesday, April 2, 2008
white chocolate snack mix...
...if you don't have some of these ingredients, change them...I did.
Snack Mix
10 oz mini pretzels
5 cups Cheerios
5 cups corn chex
2 cups cocktail peanuts
1 lb. M&M's
2 bags white chocolate chips
3 tbsp vegetable oil
Mix together in LARGE bowl (or two large bowls to make more manageable) cereals, pretzels, peanuts and M&M's.
Combine 2 bags of chips with 3 tbsp vegetable oil. Heat in microwave on medium heat until thoroughly melted...30-45 seconds at a time so it doesn't burn!
Pour white chocolate mixture over cereal mix and stir until evenly coated. Spread out onto foil and let cool/dry for approximately 15 minutes. Bag for gifts or serve in bowls.
Snack Mix
10 oz mini pretzels
5 cups Cheerios
5 cups corn chex
2 cups cocktail peanuts
1 lb. M&M's
2 bags white chocolate chips
3 tbsp vegetable oil
Mix together in LARGE bowl (or two large bowls to make more manageable) cereals, pretzels, peanuts and M&M's.
Combine 2 bags of chips with 3 tbsp vegetable oil. Heat in microwave on medium heat until thoroughly melted...30-45 seconds at a time so it doesn't burn!
Pour white chocolate mixture over cereal mix and stir until evenly coated. Spread out onto foil and let cool/dry for approximately 15 minutes. Bag for gifts or serve in bowls.
Driving makes me fat...
Driving makes me fat...
I do not like to drive. I do not like to try to lose weight. So, I should never do both at the same time. Not being a big carpool fan I grumbled at the thought of picking up two of my kids yesterday from their Tutor School which meets 2 days a week. Knowing my limitations to driving, especially in the afternoon, I knew I needed to prepare for the drive. Since I get tired instantly when I am in the car, I usually bring provisions to keep me awake. This time I grabbed a large water bottle, piece of gum, 2 small bags of popcorn (100 cal. each) and was off on my voyage. I didn't even get out of the driveway when the gum was popped into my mouth. The flavor was gone by the time I left my town...well; let me keep chewing for awhile before I down the other stuff...the other stuff...where did it go? I was driving my 15 passenger van by myself so I had no help in finding the water bottle and bags of popcorn. I knew I packed it, but wouldn't be surprised if I forgot it somewhere on the way. So I kept busy so not to get sleepy...listened to a funny tape, stretched, chewed...When I finally got to my destination I asked the kids if they had any candy, food, anything. The other 3 kids in my car were wondering why I was begging for food, my kids know I need to consume to stay alert. No candy no treats...than my son said he had a 1/2 of sandwich in his bag...I'll take it!!! I pretty much swallowed it whole. About 3 minutes when by and I needed more...Can anyone find my water bottle and bags of popcorn??? Look under the seats, it probably rolled back there. The cute little girl in back said she found one, but it was covered in chocolate...That's fine, I'll take it!!! My poor teenagers were probably humiliated that the van was at its normal disaster look with left over Easter stuff in the car. Shoes, skirts, candy, Easter grass, water bottles...who knows what else. Then my daughter spotted one of the bags of popcorn, so I gobbled it up. Then, I drank the water trying not to touch the chocolate. At this point we were almost home and I could fast for the next 5 minutes!!! So the lesson learned is not to try to lose weight or drive carpool. +JMJ+
I do not like to drive. I do not like to try to lose weight. So, I should never do both at the same time. Not being a big carpool fan I grumbled at the thought of picking up two of my kids yesterday from their Tutor School which meets 2 days a week. Knowing my limitations to driving, especially in the afternoon, I knew I needed to prepare for the drive. Since I get tired instantly when I am in the car, I usually bring provisions to keep me awake. This time I grabbed a large water bottle, piece of gum, 2 small bags of popcorn (100 cal. each) and was off on my voyage. I didn't even get out of the driveway when the gum was popped into my mouth. The flavor was gone by the time I left my town...well; let me keep chewing for awhile before I down the other stuff...the other stuff...where did it go? I was driving my 15 passenger van by myself so I had no help in finding the water bottle and bags of popcorn. I knew I packed it, but wouldn't be surprised if I forgot it somewhere on the way. So I kept busy so not to get sleepy...listened to a funny tape, stretched, chewed...When I finally got to my destination I asked the kids if they had any candy, food, anything. The other 3 kids in my car were wondering why I was begging for food, my kids know I need to consume to stay alert. No candy no treats...than my son said he had a 1/2 of sandwich in his bag...I'll take it!!! I pretty much swallowed it whole. About 3 minutes when by and I needed more...Can anyone find my water bottle and bags of popcorn??? Look under the seats, it probably rolled back there. The cute little girl in back said she found one, but it was covered in chocolate...That's fine, I'll take it!!! My poor teenagers were probably humiliated that the van was at its normal disaster look with left over Easter stuff in the car. Shoes, skirts, candy, Easter grass, water bottles...who knows what else. Then my daughter spotted one of the bags of popcorn, so I gobbled it up. Then, I drank the water trying not to touch the chocolate. At this point we were almost home and I could fast for the next 5 minutes!!! So the lesson learned is not to try to lose weight or drive carpool. +JMJ+
Tuesday, April 1, 2008
A FAMILY SCRAPBOOK...
My husband and I had the opportunity to go out to eat with some of our family this weekend. It came up about how we have time and why we do blogs. I shared that it was my opportunity to make a family scrapbook (with out the mess) for my kids to see when I am gone. A chance for me to remind them of what I think is important with out nagging...
Or as another family we know whose children are growing, moving, having babies,etc...it is their way of keeping in touch, sharing photo's, finding recipes, reminding of birthdays, family traditions,etc...
Of course they will just read their dad's blog because as usual...he is much cooler and funnier than I will ever be....and cuter!!! And my least favorite-skinner!!! You IRON MAN you!!!+JMJ+
Or as another family we know whose children are growing, moving, having babies,etc...it is their way of keeping in touch, sharing photo's, finding recipes, reminding of birthdays, family traditions,etc...
Of course they will just read their dad's blog because as usual...he is much cooler and funnier than I will ever be....and cuter!!! And my least favorite-skinner!!! You IRON MAN you!!!+JMJ+
THINGS I DON'T LIKE...
1. EXCERCISE
2. WHEN MY KIDS ARE DISOBEDIENT
3. WHINING
4. NOT SLEEPING WELL
5. DRIVING CARPOOL
6. WAISTING FOOD
7. LABOR
2. WHEN MY KIDS ARE DISOBEDIENT
3. WHINING
4. NOT SLEEPING WELL
5. DRIVING CARPOOL
6. WAISTING FOOD
7. LABOR
These are a few of my favorite things...
1. DAILY MASS
2. SNUGGLING WITH MY HUSBAND
3. WELL BEHAVED CHILDREN
4. HAVING A NICE DINNER WITH ALL OF MY CHILDREN AROUND ME
5. SITTING AROUND THE WOOD STOVE WITH ALL MY CHILDREN ENJOYING A GOOD BOOK
6. A QUIET FAMILY ROSARY
7. GAME NIGHT
8. A GOOD NIGHT SLEEP
9. NURSING MY BABY
10. BEING PREGNANT
2. SNUGGLING WITH MY HUSBAND
3. WELL BEHAVED CHILDREN
4. HAVING A NICE DINNER WITH ALL OF MY CHILDREN AROUND ME
5. SITTING AROUND THE WOOD STOVE WITH ALL MY CHILDREN ENJOYING A GOOD BOOK
6. A QUIET FAMILY ROSARY
7. GAME NIGHT
8. A GOOD NIGHT SLEEP
9. NURSING MY BABY
10. BEING PREGNANT
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