Oh, Dearest Mother, Sweetest Virgin of Altagracia, our Patroness. You are our Advocate and to you we recommend our needs. You are our Teacher and like disciples we come to learn from the example of your holy life. You are our Mother, and like children, we come to offer you all of the love of our hearts. Receive, dearest Mother, our offerings and listen attentively to our supplications. Amen.



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Posted: Feb 14 2011 at 10:21am | IP Logged Quote Lacy

Hi ladies!

My blog, Catholic Icing, made it into the finals for Best Catholic Blog 2011 from About.com!    I couldn't even believe it at first! I am super flattered, and very excited! This blog has been such a blessing to my family as I have learned to live the liturgical year with my children this past year! I feel so called to do what I am doing, and I know there's no way I could do it without the support of this forum! I think almost every creative Catholic idea in the world stems from the Domestic Church room in this forum!

Anyway, you can vote for Catholic Icing here. Voting is set up so that you can vote once a day. Thank you so much to everyone in this amazing forum who makes running my blog possible! You're an incredible group of women!!!

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PS. I love that little happy face guy that throws the stars!      How cute is he?!

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Posted: Feb 14 2011 at 10:43am | IP Logged Quote JennGM

I voted already, Lacy! Exciting to see your blog make it so far! I didn't realize I could vote every day!

I also wanted to put in a plug for my favorite magazine ever, Mater et Magistra, run by Margot who is on this Board, and writers from our 4Real community, also.

Vote Here for Best Catholic Magazine!

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Posted: Feb 14 2011 at 11:11am | IP Logged Quote guitarnan

Yes, you can vote every day.

And, if you like, take a minute to look around About.com's Catholicism GuideSite. Scott Richert, who writes the material, is erudite and devout. He and his wife educate their children at home, too!

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Posted: Feb 14 2011 at 4:33pm | IP Logged Quote aussieannie

Just voted Lacy, as much as I love Fr Z, it would be great to see another great Catholic blog win!

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Posted: Feb 15 2011 at 6:06am | IP Logged Quote Becky Parker

I voted this morning Lacy! Love your blog!

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On my way to vote. Hope you win!

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Posted: Feb 15 2011 at 11:55am | IP Logged Quote Grace&Chaos

I've enjoyed your blog...voting now!!

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Posted: Feb 15 2011 at 11:58am | IP Logged Quote Grace&Chaos

Jennifer, Just put my vote for Mater et Magistra as well !!

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Posted: March 15 2011 at 4:03pm | IP Logged Quote Angie Mc

Wow, Lacy, you earned 39% of the vote, coming in second to Fr. Z! Congratulations!

Thank you for offering twitter, too. New to twitter, I'm so happy to have a convenient way to follow your blog...your pink frosted cupcake profile pic makes me smile! And this baseball mom wants to cheer you on, WAY TO PLAY, KID!

Love,

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Posted: March 15 2011 at 4:23pm | IP Logged Quote aussieannie

Fantastic effort Lacy, a great achievement!       

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Posted: March 15 2011 at 4:34pm | IP Logged Quote guitarnan

Great news, Lacy!!!

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Posted: March 15 2011 at 4:41pm | IP Logged Quote JennGM

Lacy, That is really competing with the big guns!!! A big congrats! I know Father Z. has a huge following -- and to be in fierce competition with his blog is quite a feather in your cap!

What do you think it says about those Catholics who are utilizing the internet? Moms? Homeschoolers? Educators?



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Posted: March 15 2011 at 4:50pm | IP Logged Quote Lacy

Thanks everyone! You're all so sweet! I will say that all of my Catholic internet research shows that all the coolest creative Catholic ideas stem somewhere from this forum, because it ROCKS!

Jenn- I think more and more Catholic mothers are on the internet all the time, and looking for fun creative ideas! So many Catholic blogs talk about a lot of heavy topics- and more power to them- but it's just not me. I like to think Catholic Icing is a breath of fresh air where we can all celebrate our faith in a fun way without stress or debate. I can't believe the support I got from Catholic mothers all over the place. This was a really fun competition to be a part of.

Thanks for all the votes, everyone!!!

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Posted: March 16 2011 at 1:17pm | IP Logged Quote Angie Mc

JennGM wrote:
What do you think it says about those Catholics who are utilizing the internet? Moms? Homeschoolers? Educators?


Lacy is right on, and I'll add...

Collectively, the recession has brought much suffering. When times are especially hard, I find myself attracted to...and CLAIMING what is true, joyful, and LIGHT. Enter...pink (Catholic) icing .

Lacy, your talent, hard work, and transparency, is very attractive and a wonderful gift. Thank you for sharing with us and I'm so glad that 4Real is a support to you .

Love,

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Lacy,

Woohooo    
What wonderful recognition for all your hard work and generous sharing; and just shows how we all need 'lighter' moments in our life.



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JennGM wrote:

I also wanted to put in a plug for my favorite magazine ever, Mater et Magistra, run by Margot who is on this Board, and writers from our 4Real community, also.

Vote Here for Best Catholic Magazine!


This magazine looks awesome! I'm going to subscribe!
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This magazine looks awesome! I'm going to subscribe!

It is! I read a the longer articles right off and then put it in the van to read while waiting for children.
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