30 September 2010
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Poached Fresh Figs from Lidia’s Italy, if I’m not mistaken (copied down the recipe a few months back and now I’ve forgotten where I got it) 1/2 cup sugar 1/4 cup water 1 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice 1 pound figs … Continue reading
29 September 2010
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It’s fall! BRRRRR….. Our garden is in constant need of improving. It causes me a good bit of stress because I *love* gardens and yet not much grows (that’s worthy of note, we do have plenty of weeds ) in … Continue reading
29 September 2010
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Last month I ordered Herodotus, The Iliad and The Odyssey from The Teaching Company. Last week the 19-mo climbed up a chair to get a DVD case from the shelf without any of us noticing . He took down the … Continue reading
28 September 2010
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The recipe is “Grouper Matalotta Style” from Lidia’s Italy. I didn’t have grouper, but I had a bag of swai fillets that I found at Jungle Jim’s and picked up on a whim. Never seen or heard of or eaten … Continue reading
27 September 2010
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2 tablespoons canola oil 1 medium onion, sliced thinly 2 large cloves garlic, sliced thinly 1 tablespoon turmeric 2 Thai chilies or 1 Serrano chili, sliced thinly (deseed if you want less heat) 1 1/2 tablespoons grated gingerroot 1 12-oz … Continue reading
27 September 2010
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How, one has to wonder, does Planned Parenthood/abortionists manage to abort so many babies under the guise of “reproductive health”? They lie. They take advantage of women who are too young, or inexperienced, or uninformed, or desperate enough to believe … Continue reading
26 September 2010
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… at fertilization. That’s the plain truth.
25 September 2010
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Over the last few days, my head has been swirling with thoughts about fathers. My hubby being gone a lot these days for work and scoutmaster training, we’ve noticed a change in the boys that can only be remedied by … Continue reading
24 September 2010
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From the Catechism of the Catholic Church: 2258 “Human life is sacred because from its beginning it involves the creative action of God and it remains for ever in a special relationship with the Creator, who is its sole end. … Continue reading
23 September 2010
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Children too are a gift from the Lord, the fruit of the womb, a reward. Like arrows in the hand of a warrior are the children born in one’s youth. Blessed are they whose quivers are full. – Psalm 127:3-5 … Continue reading
22 September 2010
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Eternal God, You have revealed Yourself as the Father of all Life. We praise You for the Fatherly care which You extend to all creation, and especially to us, made in Your image and likeness. Father, extend Your hand of … Continue reading
21 September 2010
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For Cincinnati area residents. The schedule is here if you’d like to sign up for a time slot. There’s a weekly Friday night candlelight vigil from 7 to 9. This Friday is also Credo so we won’t be there. Hopefully … Continue reading
14 September 2010
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I know I’ve already got a Lentil Soup with Kale on here, but this one’s a bit different. More of a Middle Eastern take. It’s excellent as a fall soup, particularly when the leaves start falling and there’s a definite … Continue reading
6 September 2010
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One skill that I believe my children should learn is diagramming sentences. When they diagram sentences, I can see how the lightbulbs come on and they understand better. Diagramming helps them not just in their English and Latin lessons, but … Continue reading