All This And Heaven: January 2015

Saturday, January 31, 2015

Great Picture

While the big kids were gone for the weekend a few of us snuck off to Freddy's Pickle took this shot. It was a delight to find it. These kids all enjoy life and you can see it in this shot. Friends for life.

Friday, January 30, 2015

Daddy/Daughter Dance

Ask any mom and they will tell you that there is nothing more attractive than a guy being a great daddy to his kiddos. My kids are blessed to have a great man as their father who will do anything to make them happy. I loved watching Princess and Bagel get all dressed up for their date with dad. J had missed our excitement with Fr. Tom and the sending off of the big kids for their retreat because he was working so hard. He comes home on Fridays worn out and ready to rest. He didn't care, he got ready and then pinned their flowers on them.

They were off to the dance that was also a fundraiser for the the American Heritage Girls. We are not in the group but wanted to show our support and the the three were not let down. I think we can all tell by the pictures that they had a blast.

Fr. Tom is Here

Royal reception with all the honored stuffed animals there to greet Fr. Tom.

We headed to Incredible Pizza for some food and fun. Fr. Tom was in town to help the big kids with the Confirmation Retreat for Possible. He made sure that he would have a little time for the younger ones.

The twins had a blast.

These kiddos take the racing and the bumper cars way to seriously. Don't even ask who won!

There were so many tickets won the kiddos decided to "buy" the twins their own princess crowns. So cute.

Wednesday, January 28, 2015

Another Co-Op Day

The kids are learning for sure. I am staying on track more because we have to get together with others on the subject matter one time every two weeks. The flip side is that the kids are forced to spend that time during co-op in the class room settings.

Monday, January 26, 2015

Tent City

When you are allowed to create it is amazing what you can come up with. The tent world was a fun one that lasted a day in the living room. They had such an elaborate fortress that my pictures do not do it justice. The sleeping twins might indicate how worn out all that work was.

Friday, January 23, 2015

Celebrate the Return

J and I are so proud of our kiddos and their stand for life. They were not gone long but we wanted to celebrate their return. Chubs has become our favorite Tex-Mex restaurant where we aways seam to migrate to when we need to celebrate something fun.

Thursday, January 22, 2015

March For Life 2015

Again with their own money these kiddos have taken this cause to defend the innocent life of the unborn. It is their fight and they fight it proudly. I love that they make their own sacrifices to see that they are there to represent those that can't make it to DC. These four kiddos of mine witness to the world what is really important.

They always run into so many friends from all over the country. I love it. We all will continue to unite our prayers and fight for justice for the unborn.

Sunday, January 18, 2015

Life Teen Friends

Possible makes friends all over the place. She continue to grow in friendship with all thee beautiful young women of God. Each week I see them gather, share and laugh. Having friends rooted in Christ is the best way to live your life.

Rest In Peace

At our very active parish of STAOP we lost one of our Deacons. He was an extremely active and young member of the parish. His death was a tragic accident and the shock of his passing has set our community in a tail spin. I am so amazed and humbled by the real since of family that I feel in this death. WE, the parish, have come together to mourn and celebrate. Christ can be found amongst the mourners.

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.