I have personally been asked at least 6 of these...

H/T to Jen F. over at Conversion Diary.



Of course, Katie and I would add a question about the method of conception (always something you love discussing with a perfect stranger - or a friend, for that matter).

"She means the world to me"

A week before Christmas - children who "get it":

Children have the ability to inspire the best in all of us. The students at Normandy Elementary School in Littleton have taken their love for a teacher to a new level, inspiring their parents, educators and members of the community.

Two students who happen to be sisters, started "The True Gift Fund" to help fourth grade teacher Jewely Del Duca.

Del Duca is fighting stage 4 colon cancer. She is 35 years old.

While undergoing chemotherapy she has remained in the classroom. Del Duca says her students keep her mind off cancer and provide her with encouragement and support.

This experience has provided students many other important lessons too. Del Duca is hoping to qualify for HIPEC treatment (Hyperthermic Intraperitoneal Chemotherapy) which involves a surgical procedure where a heated form of chemotherapy is delivered to the abdominal cavity.

Three times, Del Duca's insurance company denied her request for the expensive treatment.

Take a look here to find out what Ms. Del Duca's class did about it. You may have to watch a commercial before the video begins, but trust me. It is well worth the wait! Trust me. It will be tough to find a Christmas story that will top this one!!!!

Avery Cardinal Dulles, SJ (1918-2008)

Rocco over at Whispers has reported that Avery Cardinal Dulles, SJ, passed away this morning at 6:30 am.

Lord, hear our prayers.

By raising your Son from the dead, you have given us faith.

Strengthen our hope that Avery, our brother,

will share in his resurrection.

We ask this through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son,

who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit,

one God, forever and ever.

Amen.

Sha Na Na Revival

I heard about this the other day on Good Morning America, and it put a smile on my face. If only it were this easy with children!



Now, I am not sure if it holds a candle to talking dogs, but I will let you be the judge!