"Sew Not a Slipcover"

Some fun projects from the workroom: A Traveling Diaper Bag for my friend Stacy's new baby.  Enclosed is a 30 count pack of diapers, baby wipes and disposable bags for soiled diapers.

Dinner & a Movie

Our little group met a Grioli's last night for an Italian dinner, then on to the theater for "Eat Pray Love".  Fun was had by all: the food, the conversation and the movie were all great, but if you've read the book, be prepared to be a little let down by the film adaptation.

L to R: Vickie, Margaret, Maggie, Peg

Vickie, Peg, Margaret, Amelia, Maggie, Marilyn

 Peg and Marilyn (The Baker Girls)

Big Shrine - Little Pilgrims

My sister and I took the girls to Washington DC yesterday to the Shrine of the Immaculate Conception.  I had worried earlier about how well Eva and Mimi would fare during the long ride and the two-hour stay at the Shrine.   No worries: they loved it!  Almost all the photos in this video were taken by Eva and Mimi.  They see the world in a unique and lovely way.

Monday at Gigi's

Us girls (Gigi, Grandma Peg, Auntie Marilyn, Eva and Mimi) trekked to the Charlotte Hall Library for books and DVD's, then purchased some fresh Silver King Corn, peaches and orange tomatoes at the Amish Outdoor Market. After that, we had a wonderful lunch at Bert's 50's Diner!

"Girl Days" at Gigi's House...

Gigi with Mimi & Eva

With Auntie Marilyn

Mimi's Four Years Old!

August 12, 2010 is Miranda Rose' Birthday.  Celebrations to continue through the weekend!

Water for Elephants

  Water for Elephants by Sara Gruen
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I loved reading this entertaining book with an unexpected ending!

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Deeper Than Words - Living the Apostles' Creed

  Deeper Than Words: Living the Apostles' Creed by David Steindl-Rast
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was a challenging "read" for me, like trying to play a piece of music without sufficient proficiency.  But I have grown spiritually none the less.  On a basic level, Steindle-Rast puts into words my understanding of FAITH that I have not been able to adequately and articulately express.  An excellent review can be found in the "Far From Rome" blog, the source of my discovery of DTW. http://farfromrome.blogspot.com/2010/07/...

"It has well been said that we must choose between taking the Gospels seriously or literally.  If we read them with a sense for poetry, we will not be able to dodge their serious challenge.  We will be moved by the strength and tenderness, the revolutionary fervor and fervent pacifism of the towering figure of Jesus alive with the very Life-breath of God. Then all that is best in us will be stirred not only by his example, but by the stirring of his very SPIRIT within us."  p.66

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Family Tree - Barbara Delinsky

  Family Tree by Barbara Delinsky
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

An easy read, but also an interesting look into a family whose lives are shaded with secrets, denial and mysterious ancestry.  It could be written better and the characters could have more substance, but Barbara Delinsky did throw in a turn of events that really shocked and surprised me.  This is a great book for a weekend at the beach or a long train ride.

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What I'm reading now...

"It has well been said that we must choose between taking the Gospels seriously or literally. If we read them with a sense for poetry, we will not be able to dodge their serious challenge. We will be moved by the strength and tenderness, the revolutionary fervor and fervent pacifism of the towering figure of Jesus alive with the very Life-breath of God. Then all that is best in us will be stirred not only by his example, but by the stirring of his very SPIRIT within us." p.66 

Little ones with big diseases

I had my routine blood work done at the lab this morning where I encountered yet another little child with cancer. Alexis is 3 years old and her parents tell me her prognosis is good. Having been praying for our little cousin Matthew (2yrs) and little Brennan (18mos) I feel compelled to put Alexis (who I'll most likely never see again) in the prayer circle, too.