All This And Heaven: March 2014

Monday, March 31, 2014

Opening Day

Pooker and Dad are huge baseball fans. You can't make other plans on opening day. Even though we were born in St. Louis we are NOT Cardinal fans. For some unknown reason J is a huge Cub fan. No one can explain it and his family tried to cure him for years. When we married I decided that it would be best to just join in much to the dismay of my own family.

Not having cable anymore had my family a little worried about how they would ever see any of the games this year at all. They were thrilled to learn about the MLB channel that is available for the Roku and for Apple TV. For the minimal fee of $129.99 a season we get all the games except those in local markets.

The great news is that the Cubs are not local. The kids are thrilled. J is happy or at least he was until the Cubs lost.

Sunday, March 30, 2014

Cute Twin Update at 22 Months

Two years ago I was praying that this pair would stay inside long enough to grow. I remember being so worried that if they came too soon. Then when they were born I was worried that the would never grow up. They were so tiny at birth and now I can't even call them my babies. (Well that isn't exactly true - as I will always refer to all of them as my babies.) They have grown up so much. They play so nicely together. I can't get them to sit still long enough to get a good shot of both of them but I love trying.

Thank you God for my special gifts. The twins bring the whole family so much joy. They are happy and adventurous. They are loving and so very smart. 22 months of pure love!

Saturday, March 29, 2014

"Go See This Movie"

So the older kids got together with a group of friends and went to see movie, "God's Not Dead". They felt it was a real winner. They really enjoyed the film. As they described the movie I was jealous that they had ventured off the view this one without me. I hope that I will be able to sneak off and see this one myself. Click here to find more information from the official web site.

The group tell me "go see this movie"!

C Makes His First Holy Communion

Our dear friends from the blog The Way It's Supposed To Be had a big celebration this weekend that we got be a part of. C made his First Holy Communion. It was a beautiful ceremony and we so enjoyed the party.

My pictures are limited to some of the family shots that I took for Mrs. W. It was a wonderful day. Congrats Christopher.

Thursday, March 27, 2014

Helping Each Other

Silly girls. I love that they help each other. They were dressed for bed and in a room full of siblings and yet tried to help each other with the snaps. This was too cute!

That is siblings do, right. They are always there to help you out.

Tuesday, March 25, 2014

Still Love Watching Twins Sleep

Sunday, March 23, 2014

Welcome Baby Luke

Another special friend is welcomed into the church. This was a special day for the L family. Sugar and Bear are Baby Luke's God parents. They are so proud.

A new baby brings the world so many blessings. Now as a member of God's family this child will make the world a better place.

What will I see here?

Take a peek into our life as a big family in Houston, TX. Welcome to the electronic journal for the Texas T family. This blog was created to share some moments of our life with you. Often having 11 children (including twins), homeschooling, and being incredibly active in our Catholic faith we are asked “How do you do it?” We invite you to look around, sign up as a follower, and peek into the answer to that question. Remember we are not a perfect family; but I won't post the bad stuff.

Thanks for visiting, Neen

The Nicene Creed

We believe (I believe) in one God, the Father Almighty, maker of heaven and earth, and of all things visible and invisible. And in one Lord Jesus Christ, the only begotten Son of God, and born of the Father before all ages. (God of God) light of light, true God of true God. Begotten not made, consubstantial to the Father, by whom all things were made. Who for us men and for our salvation came down from heaven. And was incarnate of the Holy Ghost and of the Virgin Mary and was made man; was crucified also for us under Pontius Pilate, suffered and was buried; and the third day rose again according to the Scriptures. And ascended into heaven, sits at the right hand of the Father, and shall come again with glory to judge the living and the dead, of whose Kingdom there shall be no end. And (I believe) in the Holy Ghost, the Lord and Giver of life, who proceeds from the Father (and the Son), who together with the Father and the Son is to be adored and glorified, who spoke by the Prophets. And one holy, catholic, and apostolic Church. We confess (I confess) one baptism for the remission of sins. And we look for (I look for) the resurrection of the dead and the life of the world to come. Amen.

Our Lady of Perpetual Help ~ Pray For Us!

Immaculate Virgin Mary, Mother of God and Mother of the Church you are also our Mother of Perpetual Help. With hearts full of love for you we consecrate ourselves to your Immaculate Heart so that we may be your devoted children. Obtain for us true sorrow for our sins and fidelity to the promises of our Baptism. We consecrate our minds and hearts to you that we always do the Will of our heavenly Father. We consecrate our lives to you that we may love God better and live not for ourselves but for Christ, your Son and that we may see Him and serve Him in others. By this humble act of consecration dear Mother of Perpetual Help we pledge to model our lives on you, the perfect Christian. So that, consecrated to you in life and in death we may belong to your Divine Son for all eternity. Amen

St. Joseph ~ Pray For Us!

NINE-DAYS NOVENA TO ST. JOSEPH (Note: This prayer was found in the 50th year of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Sometime during the 16th century, it was sent by the Pope to Emperor Charles when he was going into battle. It is said that whoever shall read this prayer or take it with them, shall never die a sudden death or be drowned, nor shall poison take effect on them; neither shall they fall into the hands of the enemy, or shall be burned in any fire or shall be overpowered in battle.) Say this prayer for nine days for anything you may desire. Then let go and let God. Trust that whatever is the outcome of your novena is truly what is best for you in accordance with the will of God.) O Saint Joseph, whose protection is so great, so strong, so prompt before the throne of God, I place in you all my interests and desires. O Saint Joseph, assist me by your powerful intercession and obtain for me from your Divine Son all spiritual blessings through Jesus Christ, Our Lord; so that having engaged here below your heavenly power, I may offer my thanksgiving and homage to the most loving of Fathers. O Saint Joseph, I never weary contemplating you and Jesus asleep in your arms; I dare not approach while He reposes near your heart. Press Him in my name and kiss His fine head for me, and ask Him to return the Kiss when I draw my dying breath. Amen O Saint Joseph, hear my prayers and obtain my petitions. O Saint Joseph, pray for me. (Mention your intention)

St. Bernard of Clairvaux

St. Bernard of Clairvaux wrote to a couple that had a miscarriage. In response to their question, “What is going to happen to my child? The child didn’t get baptized,” St. Bernard said, “Your faith spoke for this child. Baptism for this child was only delayed by time. Your faith suffices. The waters of your womb — were they not the waters of life for this child? Look at your tears. Are they not like the waters of baptism? Do not fear this. God’s ability to love is greater than our fears. Surrender everything to God.”

St. Jude ~ Pray For Us!

(Novena say this for 9 days) Most holy Apostle, St. Jude, faithful servant and friend of Jesus, the Church honors and invokes you universally, as the patron of difficult cases, of things almost despaired of, Pray for me, I am so helpless and alone. Intercede with God for me that He bring visible and speedy help where help is almost despaired of. Come to my assistance in this great need that I may receive the consolation and help of heaven in all my necessities, tribulations, and sufferings, particularly - (make your request here)- and that I may praise God with you and all the saints forever. I promise, O Blessed St. Jude, to be ever mindful of this great favor granted me by God and to always honor you as my special and powerful patron, and to gratefully encourage devotion to you.

St. Anthony of Padua ~ Pray For Us!

Holy Saint Anthony, gentle and powerful in your help, your love for God and charity for His creatures, made you worthy, when on earth, to possess miraculous powers. Miracles waited on your word, which you were always ready to request for those in trouble or anxiety. Encouraged by this thought, I implore you to obtain for me (request). The answer to my prayer may require a miracle. Even so, you are the Saint of miracles. Gentle and loving Saint Anthony, whose heart is ever full of human sympathy, take my petition to the Infant Savior for whom you have such a great love, and the gratitude of my heart will ever be yours. Amen.