Mother's Day

I had a wonderful Mother's Day, and it sounds like everyone else did too!

I want to share the gift from my son.


All the pieces were in a bag, and I had to put it together like a puzzle.

On the back of each piece are hand-written coupons, for things like a free hug, a free kiss, dish washing, etc.

All coupons have an expiration date of July 4, 2011.

The most heartwarming coupon? The one that brought tears to my eyes and laughter to my lips?

This one....


He knows me so well.

Mom?! There's a coyote in the garden...

That's right, keep on walking.

Thrifty Thursday

Do you ever buy something without having a place to put it?

No?

Never mind.


I spent $7 at a garage sale last week.




I don't know where to put them. I don't know if I should paint or stain the bench. Ideas??

Daybook 05-02-11

Outside the window... It's cold and gray and dreary. The temperature is more than 20 degrees below the average. My gardening is so. very. far. behind.

Getting an earful of... peace and quiet.

Grateful for... my life and family. Every day.

Reading... Behemoth. Fascinating teen fiction about alternative events leading to WWI.

Home Learning... we've taken a break for the week.

Liturgical Year... St. Athanasius, Sts. Philip and James...

Hoping and Praying... we had to put a cherished family dog down, and the kids are devastated.

The Kitchen... leftover church hotdish. My son celebrated his First HOly Communion yesterday, and I always make too much food.

Favorite Things... garage sales. WAIT till you see what I bought!

Plans for the Week... cuddling with children, shopping trips, decorating...

Goodbye Ruby

You were more than a dog or a pet, you were a friend.

We are all going to miss you very much.

Rest in peace.