We took Siena to the beach yesterday, and had lunch and a quick visit with my parents and two of my sisters. Today we head to the mountains to celebrate Mother’s Day with my extended family. Hope to post beach pictures tonight.

In the meantime, here are some thoughts on motherhood from CatholicGreetings.org. Forget to send a card to a special mother in your life? Click here to send a beautiful, free e-greeting.

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Motherhood from the outset demands the total gift of self.
—Authentic Catholic Woman

The loveliest masterpiece of the heart of God is the heart of a mother.
—Therese of Lisieux

All women are called to shower their motherhood on the world in the particular ways that God makes possible.
—The Authentic Catholic Woman

Motherly hearts give love for no other reason than the fact that each soul deserves nothing less.
—The Authentic Catholic Woman

Lord Jesus, I plead to you on behalf of my mother. Always she loved me; now, and forever more, envelope her in your infinite love.

—Prayers for Catholic Men

Our mothers have magnified the Lord. They have taught us to rejoice in God.
—Sweet, Sweet Spirit: Prayer Services from the Black Catholic Church