Friday evening I had the absolute privilege of attending a Christmas Concert at Ss. Simon and Jude Cathedral. Featured artists included Fr. Harold Escarcega, Tenor; Laurent Heidmann, Soprano; and the…
Just a few pics in the park with Ellie. I wanted to try out my new ND filter in the afternoon light. Still getting the hang of settings... it's a…
Christmas day began early for Paul, Natalie, and Ellie, who went over to Grandma's side of town before everyone else woke up so the girls could help her with preparations,…
Oh, Christmas! The anticipation of Advent, brought to glorious fruition in the long awaited celebration of Christ's birth! Everything we do throughout this month - decorating, baking, planning, attending concerts…
For many years, our table that could comfortably seat 8 was just the right size. With four kids, myself and Paul, plus my mom and brother, it was perfect! But then along came seven more kids, and everything went bonkers! Finally last month I did what I'd wanted to do for so long and bought two smaller tables to stick end-to-end...
On the third Sunday of Advent, Gaudete Sunday, we rejoice (and light the pink candle!). After mass, it was "over the river and through the woods, to Grandmother's house we…