This weekend we started a new tradition. We read about the "Great American Backyard Campout" and decided it would be a good idea to see if our family of five can really actually sleep together in one tent. My husband and I love camping and it has been a challenge incorporating kids into the mix. We are going to brave it on an official trip in a few weeks.
All in all it went well. My biggest complaint is having a non walker (note her PNP prison). She loves to roam free on hands and knees but will have to suffer confinement while camping. Complaint #2, Augie does not settle well to sleep and the tent was no exception. He was bouncing off the canvas walls until about 11pm. But, we have done our dry run and are looking forward to camping for real soon.
Cooking over the fire pit
Happy Girl (for these 5 seconds at least)
Last night we went to one of our favorite places. It is a local dairy where the kids can feed hoards of goats, donkeys and a plethora of other animals. My favorite part is the play area and it is so fantastic to be there on a beautiful night during sun set.
And just for kicks. Here is a picture of Rosie playing at the same place when she was >2.
And, today Catie & Augie joined me to meet up with a beautiful friend, God's Plan is My Joy. It is always a gift to spend time with a good friend.
Our little treasures that help us grow holier by the minute.
I have St Gianna's feast day on my calendar. I would love to go down for the event but need some inspiration. Is anyone interested in a meet up???
It looks like the only activities for her feast day are Rosary at 6:30pm. Mass at 7pm. Veneration and reception to follow. I would have my kiddos with me, so here is what I am thinking:
4pm at Chick Fil A - dinner & meet up (kids can play)
Chick-fil-A at Warrington Crossing
160 Easton Rd
Warrington, PA 18976
Phone: 215-491-4500 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting 215-491-4500end_of_the_skype_highlighting
6pm - over to shirne (about 10 minutes away...maybe more due to traffic?)
SHRINE OF SAINT GIANNA BERETTA MOLLA Located at:
Nativity of Our Lord Church
625 West Street Road
Warminster, PA 18974
Anyone????
Email me at elisabethym at gmail. I will give you my cell. Let me know!
Elisabeth
We had a wonderful (albeit cold)...March for Life on Monday. One of my highlights was meeting the beautiful blogger, "My Heart Exalts." She glows and I am certain it is her beautiful soul shining brightly. I wish that we had more time to sip coffee and get lost in conversation. Unfortunately, I had a very tired 1 year old who kept falling on his head and an anxious to move 3 year old...and the March!
MHE - Thank you for coming to find us!! I am sure it was a bit nerve wrecking when you realized what you were up against in the crowds! I am certain it won't be our last meeting! Be assured of my prayers and love you too!!
The second highlight for me was the fact that after we took the picture by the supreme court, and after standing in the same spot for 20 minutes, I realized we were standing next to my favorite Catholic band, L'Angelus!
They are Cajun and that is what makes their music so unique and interesting. If you haven't heard them before, check them out!
Finally, on the ride home I was blessed to meet a beautiful brave soul on our bus. She was marching for the first time. She came into the Church last year. She suffered 3 miscarriages. Her first miscarriage was her turning point. She used to work for Banned Parnthood. The moment she was grieving her first lost she discovered she was not sad about loosing a "mass of cells" she was sad because she lost her baby. She passed on a book that I think is fantastic. Everyone needs a copy of "UnPlanned" by Abby Johnson. Start with reading the first chapter on her website. Tell everyone you know to read this chapter! Abby has a powerful witness and the account of her story is wonderful.
