From Cocoon to Butterfly

Yesterday found Miss Ainsley in her nice warm cocoon!  Secure in her warm blanket she sharing sister's room as she does when Grandpa and Grandma come to visit.  Her day would be one of evolution, excitement and transformation.  It was a terrific ride.  Ainsley made her first Holy Communion yesterday.

It was so much fun watching her get her hair done.  From beginning to end it was a real metamorphosis?  Truly from Cocoon to Butterfly

Butterflies are always beautiful and this one is no different.

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Thanks be to God!

Now please visit Mary at The Little Red House and share in the beauty offered there.   Lisa at  Macro Monday  also has much to offer.  The pictures are grand.

Only a glimpse of the moon through the clouds.  Except for 2 or 3 days here and there the last three weeks rain has been our constant companion.  Last year was drought.  This year flooding.  I know know why I am so grumpy, sad, and mournful.  Sunshine lifts the spirits and feeds us.  Yes, my Vitamin D level is diminished.  So everyday I remind myself,  "This is the day the Lord has made...Rejoice and be glad, you silly girl!"  And so today I will try again!

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Thanks be to God!

Mosaic Monday/Macro Monday

Easter Eggs, Kitty Cats and Puppy Dogs.

It was a grand weekend before the rains came on Easter Sunday.  In all 18 eggs I only had one crack during boiling.  A miracle!!!  Sam found he was out of the way while napping on the piano.  And just look at Duchess as she stays for her treat!  Yes, indeed, it was a good day!

After the hail and rain...this glorious blossom appeared. 

WHEN the sun comes after rain
And the bird is in the blue,
The girls go down the lane
Two by two.

When the sun comes after shadow
And the singing of the showers,
The girls go up the meadow,
Fair as flowers.

When the eve comes dusky red
And the moon succeeds the sun,
The girls go home to bed
One by one.

And when life draws to its even
And the day of man is past,
They shall all go home to heaven,
Home at last.
by Robert Louis Stevenson

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Thanks be to God!

Now please visit Mary at The Little Red House and share in the beauty offered there.   Lisa at  Macro Monday  also has much to offer.  The pictures are grand.

Pope John Paul II

Pope John Paul II, a photo by Loci Lenar on Flickr.

In light of Mary, the Church sees in the face of women the reflection of a beauty which mirrors the loftiest sentiments of which the human heart is capable; the self-offering totality of love; the strength that is capable of bearing the great sorrows; limitless fidelity and tireless devotion to work; the ability to combine penetrating intuition with words of support and encouragement.

Pope John Paul II

Redemptoris Mater, 1987

Celebration of many celebrations.  May begins with the month dedicated to the Mother of God.  It's Divine Mercy Sunday.   And finally, it is the dain in which Pope John Paul II is beatified.  

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Thanks be to God!!!

Long Two Weeks

The tulips are gone.  The daffodils have passed.  And for two weeks we've had nothing but thunderstorms, hail and rain.  Now is the time to get into the soil and do some rejuvenation!  Not just for the plants but for the soul as well.  Working in the glory of the sunshine,  thanking God for it since is has been so long away, that's what I will be doing today.   I'm also going to, inthis quiet, take stock of my eternal garden.  There are sure a lot of weeds there.  For tomorrow's forecast is for more clouds and rain.   I wish you all a glorious sunshine day.  Please soak up some of that natural Vitamin D and give your soul a hearty dose of the eternal sunshine by communing with the Triune God.  

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Thanks be to God!

Wordless Wednesday

 

Resident Frogs

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Thanks be to God!

My first attempt at Wordless Wednesday.  Simple and requires little thought!  Refreshing!  Please visit others who quietly share their Wednesday.

Happy Easter

He is Risen, Alleluia.  Alleluia!!!!

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Thanks be to God!

The Triduum

 To all God's beloved...,who are called to be saints:

Grace to you and peace from God our Father and

the Lord Jesus Christ.

Romans 1:7

As I beigin my journey this year through the these coming Holy Days, I will be taking a respite from posting until after Easter.  If you will keep me in your prayer as I will you!  Wishing you a fulfilled journey.

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Thanks be to God!

~~Haiku My Heart~~

a son's devotion to his mother

is one of God's real treasures

more precious than gold

Dedicated to my brother who watches over and attends to the needs of my mother.  This last week she had to be hospitalized for an S2 fracture in her back.  He communicated everything to us and kept us all apprised of her condition.   He worked with the hospital staff and the staff at St. John's to get her settled when she was discharged.  This has truly reduced Mother's anxiety and she can make decisions without too much stress.  Well done, Phil!

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Thanks be to God!

  Visit also Rebecca at recuerda mi corazon for Haiku My Heart.

~~Tea Talk~~

Iced tea is too pure and natural a creation 

not to have been invented as soon as tea, 

ice, and hot weather crossed paths.  

~John Egerton

I'm having...A cup of Brown Palace Crown Jewel Tea.

My teacup...is the "make life Tea-rrific" mug.

I'm feeling...grateful to my brother for the care and attention he always gives my mother, but more so today.  My mother lives hundreds of miles away from here and when she had to be hospitalized this week he did an exceptional job of taking not only care of her but also keeping all her kids well informed.  Mom goes to rehab today and starts PT soon.  Before you know it she'll be home again!  Kudos to my brother!!!!!

On my mind...is our trip to Alpharetta.  Leaving very early Saturday morning and will spend some wonderful time with Jimmy, Kelly and wee Xavier!

Last Tulips of Spring

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Thanks be to God

Now won't you join me and visit Ruth at Celebrate Friendship is hosting Tea Talk at her house?  Share a cup of tea or a cool refreshing drink with us.

Second Try!

Memories were made in this house during my childhood.  Drove by to see it last summer.  Since others live there now thought it inappropriate to show it as it is.  Instead see how Printshop2 could do to make it even more enticing.

I'm hoping that this will work today.  For whatever reason I'm not able to acquire pics from Picasa these last two days!  So I guess we'll see what the morrow brings.  It's raining here and it's gloomy an damp

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Thanks be to God!!

Summer Memories!

Temperature's risin'

Summer's around the corner

Oh! Humidity!

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Memories were made in this house during my childhood.  Dove by to see it last summer.  Since others live there now thought it inappropriate to show it as it is.  Instead see how Printshop2 could do to make it even more enticing.

Had a wonderful weekend and know the week ahead is going to be even better!  Not only that but I realized today that last week I had another anniversary.  I've been blogging now for 4years!  What a grand time I've had!  Thank you all!

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Thanks be to God!

Now please visit Mary at The Little Red House and share in the beauty offered there.   Lisa at  Macro Monday  also has much to offer.  The pictures are grand.

Haiku My Heart

1973 Playbill Grease, a photo by mcudeque on Flickr.

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high school musical
talent and music galore

another spring rite

there's the song and dance

enthusiasm of youth

makes all young again

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Thanks be to God!

  Visit also Rebecca at recuerda mi corazon for Haiku My Heart.

aiku My Heart

Mosaic Monday

The year's at the spring

And day's at the morn;

Morning's at seven;

The hillside's dew-pearled;

The lark's on the wing;

The snail's on the thorn;

God's in His heaven -

All's right with the world!

~Robert Browning~

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Thanks be to God!!

Now please visit Mary at The Little Red House and share in the beauty offered there.   Lisa at  Macro Monday  also has much to offer.  The pictures are grand.

He's HERE!!!

Xavier Landry

7 pounds, 13 ounces

21 inches

Born April 1, 2011

And this is no joke!  

Isn't he Grand?

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Thanks be to God!!!

~~Tea Talk~~

But I try to steal other moments. Sometimes I get up very early in the morning and enjoy a quiet house and cup of tea before the craziness begins. Other times, I'll take a quick walk on the beach. You can find peace in a few minutes. ~Cindy Crawford

I'm having...A glass of orange juice this morning.  I haven't brewed my tea yet.


My teacup...is a clear juice glass.

I'm feeling...a wee bit tired.  Had a busy day yesterday.  Planning the Book of Wit 'n' Wisdom for my nephews wedding in June.  Shopping for the book and then contacting his sister for help!  It was so much fun to talk to Darbie!!!  She's a dear!

On my mind...is the refreshing feeling that I have nearly got everything back in order since the kitchen remodeling began.  I am also anticipating the arrival of dear little Xavier.  If he's not born today, the Dr. will induce Kelly tomorrow.  Please pray for the entire family!

Simple table set for Ron's birthday yesterday.  It was a grand day all round!

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Thanks be to God!

Now won't you join me and visit Ruth at Celebrate Friendship is hosting Tea Talk at her house?  Share a cup of tea or a cool refreshing drink with us.

Spring Where Art Thou?

It's spring fever.  That is what the name of it is.  And when you've got it, you want - oh, you don't quite know what it is you do want, but it just fairly makes your heart ache, you want it so!  ~Mark Twain~

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A early last week the sun was shining and Spring in all her glory was blooming.  By the end of the week is was cold and flurries were in the forecast.  In order to preserve their beauty my beautiful little tulips  have been closed again for the last week.  It's hard for me to decide which way I like them the best!  Perhaps it's not necessary to decide but to enjoy the pleasure of their company!

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Thanks be to God!

Spring Cleaning and Tea Talk

I'm having...blackberry tea.  Very flavorful and with a bit of Splenda quite a nice way to begin the day.

My teacup...one of my favorite dainty teacups.

I'm feeling...like sitting here is not what I should be doing, as I have committed myself to Spring Cleaning the next two days.  Spring Cleaning has taken on a whole new meaning this year.   It's more like cleaning up after a disaster.  Cleaning to get things back in order.  And believe me there is a LOT of disorder here.

On my mind...is the order in which I am to begin this endeavor.  Do I start in the bedrooms, or the Family Room.  UGH!  The living room has to be last because the dining room still has saws, and compressors and tools...(SIGH)  Oh, Cathy!  Just get started!!!

 

My second favorite household chore is ironing.

My first being hitting my head on the top bunk 

bed until I faint. 

~Erma Bombeck~

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Thanks be to God!

Now won't you join me and visit Ruth at Celebrate Friendship is hosting Tea Talk at her house?  Share a cup of tea or a cool refreshing drink with us.

Spring Into Mosaic Monday!

The leaves are raked and mulched. The grass is greening. And the color of Spring is coming alive here.

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Thanks be to God!

Now please visit Mary at The Little Red House and share in the beauty offered there.   Lisa at  Macro Monday  also has much to offer.  The pictures are grand.