Annunciation Novena

Novena Dates: March 16-24
Feast Day: March 25

I greet you, Ever-blessed Virgin, Mother of God, Throne of Grace, Miracle of Almighty Power! I greet you, Sanctuary of the Most Holy Trinity and Queen of the Universe, Mother of Mercy and Refuge of Sinners!

Most loving Mother, attracted by your beauty and sweetness, and by your tender compassion, I confidently turn to you, miserable as I am, and beg of you to obtain for me from your dear Son the favor I request in this novena (mention your request).

Obtain for me also, Queen of Heaven, the most lively contrition for my many sins and the grace to imitate closely those virtues which you practiced so faithfully, especially humility, purity and obedience. Above all, I beg you to be my Mother and Protectress, to receive me into the number of your devoted children, and to guide me from your high throne of glory.

Do not reject my petitions, Mother of Mercy! Have pity on me, and do not abandon me during life or at the moment of my death. Amen.

Our Father, Hail Mary, Glory Be.

A joyful day!

From St. Augustine, we headed to Gainesville to witness the baptism of baby Kieran into the Church! It was great to spend some downtime with the nephews as well. Looking foward to having you all here for Easter!!

Gabe's mother, Mona, with the boys.


Love this precious boy!


Kieran smiled the whole time...

...until the water hit him :)


The godparents

Lovely mother!

These boys are growing up TOO fast!

Spring Break Adventures

Well, this past Tuesday hubby and I fiannly got away for our spring break. We spent a delightful 2 days at Disney World; one of which we met up with Laura and her little family, which completly made my day. :) The boys are growing up so fast, too fast.











Then Andrew and I headed out to the coast to St. Augustine. Although it rained the duartion of our time there, we made the most of it, and enjoyed exploring this quaint town, which still exudes the Spanish influence of those who first settled there.