March...

We made whoopie pies.  They were not a big hit, so it will probably be the first and last time they're made here.

Dad introduced the kids to a few science projects.

Sophie and Gen became a bit more independent...

And, we took our annual Easter portraits.

Oh!  And, Sophie got her very first haircut!

Where We Left Off

I haven't wanted to blog in what seems like forever.  Truthfully, I haven't wanted to do much.  Ha!  But, I've been seeing my little time hops on Facebook, and it makes me realize the lack of photos and blogging of the past year or so might be missed in a few years.  So a quick catch up in a post or two, and then hopefully, if for nothing else than memory-keeping, I'll get back into this. 

A few portraits of the younger kiddos...

I had never made a King cake, so we tried a cream cheese-filled one this year.  I'd have to say it's a good one to try first!

We had a little story time, and we're now trying to come up with a list of must-reads for the summer.  Any ideas?

We did a Stations of the Cross craft, and let me tell you, it's not the the faint of heart crafters (aka me).

The kids spent much of this month in their new home in the weeds.

Then we were on to the next month...

Mid-week Likes & Links

I received this beautiful study in the mail a few weeks ago, and as predicted, it's beautiful.  It's hard not to hit right at the heart when you also receive a note such as this.  You see, I've always loved the Rosary...I just haven't been very good at consistently praying it.  But, when I don't, I can tell a difference in my daily life, and this study helps with that consistency!  Elizabeth says..."[the Rosary] is 'the epitome of the whole Gospel' (CCC 971).  The repeated prayers set the rhythm -- the quiet cadence that brings us into His presence.  And the Scriptural stories of our Savior give us breath."  In short, I love it.

I live in these pants lately. 

Jeremy bought these for my Mother's Day gift, and I truly wish I could live in them.  They are the comfiest things I might have ever worn!

If you have this ice cream anywhere near you, try it! 

Also, why do I like these?  I'm clearly eating so healthy these days.

One of my new favorite candles. 

I was told to listen to this man's story but haven't had the chance yet.

That's all I've got!  If you have ideas for a 4-year-old girl and an 8-year-old boy for birthdays, send them my way!