All This And Heaven: Sam Houston State University SHSU

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Wednesday, September 27, 2017

College Adventures on Campus

The Lonestar campus has a Sam Houston building on it. Goobers set it up so that one night a week she would take a close at Lonestar instead of needing to drive all the way to Huntsville. These guys make the most of that time together.

These pictures were on Facebook and I had to move them here. I just love the sibling time. No matter where they are, they have fun together.

Thursday, January 26, 2017

Being Back in School - College Style

Bear went back to school a few weeks back and the big kids all started, finally. As a homeschooling family it is hard to find a routine until everyone is in it. So we are all happy to be back. Bear sent a picture of his first weekend back.

He had some snow. I am jealous!

I love the Facebook shares with the kiddos about all the joys and sorrows of their school sorrows.

First day back and Sugar posts this on FB:

"When your radio station says "It's all about 'Possible' from the woodlands"

Goobers FB:

"Did I wake up later then I wanted to?.. maybe... Did I walk in late to my first class because I couldn't find a stupid parking spot?.. okay yes.. Did I not want to come back to school today? Let's be real we can all answer this one ;) but after my first three class I found some time to open my computer to check some things and found a note from Pooker that she never fails to leave.. so I thought I share it for everyone else who starts this week! Happy First week everyone, Good luck!"

Pooker FB:

"It's that time again. Lost a sister. No time for Pooker. Hard working and dedicated."

Goobers FB:

"So my accounting book finally came.. so that's something.. but as Possible is opening the book from the packaging, this our conversation:Possible: 'Oh why isn't this pretty like the other books?' Me (Goobers): 'Well that's because it's accounting.' Possible: 'Oh, well it's really big and heavy, does that mean it counts for two semesters?' Me (goobers): 'Sadly, NO!!!' Possible: 'Oh well you're probably gonna die then, sorry :(.'"

Goobers is no longer at LoneStar she has moved onto Sam Houston. She still made sure she was around to help Possible with her math this week. Sister power!

Goobers FB: "Today is going to be our hat day.. :) love this chick "

Bear sent this from his early morning adventures with the chickens? Apparently he is helping the monks with morning duties.

Sunday, October 2, 2016

SHSU Plays Football at NRG Stadium

HEB sponsored this game, meaning they had extra tickets for their employees to enjoy. Goobers scooped up a few more tickets and had a blast with her siblings.

Pooker works as a EMT for the nRG stadium. She was at that game and took this picture below from the back. I love when my kids are caught together.

Goobers with some of her friends.

Saturday, September 3, 2016

Football Game

The girls were super excited to go with Goobers to her first home football game at her new college.

Tuesday, August 30, 2016

Everyone back to Classes

The back to school pictures must start with Possible getting her officcial acceptance letter into LoneStar. She will still be our Senior at our homeschool but also taking two classes at the local community campus.

Bear started at St. Greg's.

Goobers started at Sam Houston State University.

Possible heads off to her first day of college. Good luck girl, as if you need it.

My girls, so proud. Good luck ladies.

And while all the bigs kids are off at college we start working at home.

On campus at Lodestar the girls have lunch with Pooker and Monica B.

Friday, August 12, 2016

Wreaths to Celebrate Back To School

I love working hard to create decorations that reflect what was going on in our lives. While traveling I created two back to school wreaths. One would hang on my front door and needed to represent all the schools and then I made one for Goober's apartment door.

I wanted something to decorate the door that celebrated each school that the kids would attend. I love that I added each of the mascots to the wreath. All my kiddos are represented.

Good news is that Goobers approved of her own Sam Houston State University.

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.