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A Bundle of Myrrh

"My beloved is unto me as a bundle of myrrh." Song of Solomon 1:13

The Hair Chronicles

March 22nd, 2014 by Aubri

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Yes, I’m back to talking about Mercy’s hair.

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I hadn’t thought ahead to what I was going to do about all of it. But, it’s time to figure something out.

It’s kind of starting to take over her face.

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The Feast of St. Joseph

March 21st, 2014 by Aubri

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March 19th is the Feast of St. Joseph, Guardian of Jesus. I’m sure it’s just me but Joseph seems to be one of those saints easily overlooked, lurking in the background, in the shadow of Mary and certainly of Jesus.

Joseph is many times painted as looking pretty frail, sad and always holding those lillies. But in my mind he was a little more manly than that.  We don’t know much about him but I believe it’s safe to assume he was just like any Daddy.

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Our Feast of St. Patrick

March 20th, 2014 by Aubri

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  Monday we celebrated the Feast of St. Patrick (along with the rest of the world).

We started the day with Shamrock and Bishop staff cinnamon rolls for breakfast. We prayed for missionaries and sang O Blessed Light, O Trinity LSB 890.

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The Things They Say

March 17th, 2014 by Aubri

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After I changed her diaper Esther said:”Thank you Mama.” Mama heart melting
Essie to Phil: “Ju Ju on cross, me love.” Daddy heart melting.

Yes, she calls Jesus “Ju Ju” or at least that’s how I’m spelling it.

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Mama to the girls: Y’all do good (yes I know) in school and Mama and Daddy will give you money to go to college.
Clara: But what if I drop it all on the street?!