For Today…March 4, 2012

Outside my window…the sun is shining.  The weather is perfect.  Boys are playing nonstop.  I will not complain.

I am listening to…the boys shoot baskets, laugh in the bouncy castle.

I am wearing…a black skirt and a black shirt.  And a glass of wine.

Moments of grace…my dad taking us to the Rodeo, (as grateful as one can be after getting home at 10:30 with kids!), the laughter of my boys, seeing new friends at church and visiting like old friends, Prime Shipping, Rogers being smart enough to hold Field Day in March rather than May and old friends.

Pondering these words…Your day never fails to betray your priorities.  Wow.  Isn’t that the truth?!  So who and what are my priorities?  Of course, my children, but do they know it?  Is it enough to try to shy away from the phone and computer when they are around?  What about Lance?  Last night he told me that he doesn’t think couples work enough on their marriage.  That time alone is a good reminder of why couples fall in love since they didn’t fall in love with children around.  A subtle hint to me?  Possibly.  Mom, I need a babysitter soon.

I am praying…my heart is heavy.  Join me in praying for my intentions.  Please.  I will pray for yours as well.  In addition, many people are joining the Catholic church, praying for those people and my two children who will be receiving the Sacraments of Confirmation and First Eucharist soon as well.

Planning…small plans for Spring Break, meals for the week, our trip to Chelsea’s graduation, parties???  Please let a party I want to happen come true.

To live the liturgy…Lent has started.  Funny story, Lance was on the air and made a comment about Easter being about candy and Christmas about presents and so on.  Baby Hulk heard and was so upset.  “Easter is about Jesus dying for us and rising from the dead”.  Pat on my back!!!  I think my kids know what each holiday is about and I’m happy.  But do we have the relationship we need?  So far, we’re keeping up with our Lenten commitments including praying the stations and the extra Rosary Goose added to our calendar.  Tonight is one of the Rosary nights.

From the kitchen…Lance went grocery shopping without consulting me about the menu.  I am making the menu from what he purchased.

Learning all the time…We’re on R.  R is for Rainbows, Reptiles, Recycling and Rodeo.  Stop.  How are we at R already?  Truly, time does not stop for us.  Fingers are crossed that Baby Hulk doesn’t get a spot at Rogers.  Because that is the only way Lance lets me homeschool him.

Finding the joy…in my family.

Reflecting on…ways to be a good mother.

One of my favorite things…reading with the boys.

A few plans for the week…the zoo, lunch with a friend, outdoor Stations of the Cross and a grown up play date.

A picture to share…