Saturday, April 30, 2011



Prayer vigil on Saturday night


“I knew he was a saint.”

Those were the words of Cardinal Stanislaw Dziwisz, close friend and confidant of Pope John Paul II, at the Circus Maximus in Rome this evening. Gathered with him were tens of thousands of pilgrims who had come together by candlelight to remember, give thanks and pray.

“If today he is proclaimed blessed it is only because he was already a saint in life,” Cardinal Dziwisz continued, drawing upon his many years at Pope John Paul’s private secretary.

“I knew he was a saint. I knew for a long time when he was alive and even before he was chosen to be Pope.”

His words were carried around the globe by a video link-up to five Marian shrines in four continents – Kawekarno in Tanzania, Guadalupe in Mexico, Fatima in Portugal, Harissa in Lebanon and Lagniewniki in the Polish city of Krakow.

It was from the last location that St. Faustina Kowalska spread her message of the Divine Mercy of Jesus. Providentially, Pope John Paul II died on the eve of Divine Mercy Sunday, five years after canonizing Faustina and instituting the custom of giving this name to the second Sunday of Easter.

The pilgrims heard further testimonies from those who knew Pope John Paul most and loved him best.

His press secretary for many years, Joaquin Navarro-Valls, gave an insight as to the source of Pope John Paul’s sanctity and serenity:

“He looked for the mercy of God every week in confession. He believed that to be the cure for pessimism across the world. He would be most happy now if all of us got to confession on a regular basis.”

“He gave everything to God and did everything for God. Thank you to you John Paul II for the masterpiece of your life that was made possible through the help of God.”

Then the French religious sister whose miraculous cure from Parkinson’s Disease paved the way for tomorrow’s beatification retold her remarkable story. Sister Marie Simon-Pierre, said:

“When I was first diagnosed (in 2001) I had great difficulty even seeing Pope John Paul II on the television. In him, though, I saw a reflection of my suffering. I always admired his strength, humility and courage. He was, for me, a shepherd according to the heart of God, close to the weakest and small, speaking up in favor of the family and peace.”

“Thank you to everybody for being here tonight,” she concluded, “John Paul II looks down on you and is happy.”

Those present were also treated to a musical homage courtesy of the Diocese of Rome choir and the orchestra of the city’s Conservatory of St. Cecilia. In turn they were accompanied by traditional offerings from Rome’s Filipino community and a choir from the Polish town of Glogow.

The event was organized by the Diocese of Rome. It’s Vicar General, Cardinal Agostino Vallini, told pilgrims towards the end of proceedings:

“He (Pope John Paul) lived for God. He offered himself entirely to God to serve the Church as a sacrificial offering. He would often repeat this prayer: “Jesus, Pontiff, who handed himself to God as offering and victim, have mercy on us.”

Fittingly, given Pope John Paul’s notable devotion to Our Lady, the event drew to a close with the recitation of the rosary. Finally the present pontiff, Pope Benedict XVI, imparted his apostolic blessing by video-link from the Vatican.

Eight churches in central Rome will now remain open throughout the night for pilgrims to pray before the Blessed Sacrament. St. Peter’s Square will open to those attending tomorrow’s beatification ceremony from 5:30 a.m. onwards.

Read more: http://www.ewtnnews.com/catholic-news/Vatican.php?id=3104#ixzz1L3fDK8LE

Sunday, April 17, 2011




Question: "What is Palm Sunday?"

Answer: Palm Sunday is the day we remember the "triumphal entry" of Jesus into Jerusalem, exactly one week before His resurrection (Matthew 21:1-11). Some 450-500 years earlier, the Prophet Zechariah had prophesied, "Rejoice greatly, O daughter of Zion! Shout, O daughter of Jerusalem! Behold, your King is coming to you; He is just and having salvation, Lowly and riding on a donkey, A colt, the foal of a donkey” (Zechariah 9:9). Matthew 21:7-9 records the fulfillment of that prophecy: "They brought the donkey and the colt, laid their clothes on them, and set Him on them. And a very great multitude spread their clothes on the road; others cut down branches from the trees and spread them on the road. Then the multitudes who went before and those who followed cried out, saying: ‘Hosanna to the Son of David! Blessed is He who comes in the name of the LORD!’ Hosanna in the highest!’” This event took place on the Sunday before Jesus' crucifixion.

In remembrance of this event, we celebrate Palm Sunday. It is referred to as Palm Sunday because of the palm branches that were laid on the road as Jesus rode the donkey into Jerusalem. Palm Sunday was the fulfillment of the Prophet Daniel's "seventy sevens" prophecy: " Know therefore and understand, That from the going forth of the command To restore and build Jerusalem Until Messiah the Prince, There shall be seven weeks and sixty-two weeks; The street shall be built again, and the wall, Even in troublesome times" (Daniel 9:25). John 1:11 tells us, "He (Jesus) came to His own, and His own did not receive Him." The same crowds that were crying out "Hosanna" were crying out "crucify Him" five days later (Matthew 27:22-23).

Saturday, April 16, 2011



Cold and windy this Saturday ,what happen to the HEAT !! Today is the day of my Spring Bling give away drawing ,but I think someone stole the Spring around here I awoke to a cold house and chattering teeth YIKES !
Well here we go DRUM ROLL PLEASE ........ and the winner is ... PATTY .... WOOHOO ! Congrats to you sweetie ,Thanks for playing everyone and I look forward to the next one,keep your eyes open ! :0)

I had a wonderful adventure yesterday ,I've been on a hunt for a new bicycle and I finally found the one I wanted ,you could say it was love at first sight ..lol

I just couldn't resist the old time look and the color was just perfect ,I call it my caddy look at those white walls ! My hubby poked fun of it and called it my old lady bike ,well I'm not old yet but it sure is a beauty in my eyes and I just had to have it .I'm even going to get the wicker basket for the front I can't resist ..haha
Now all I need is a big floppy hat and a little furry dog for the basket and I'm on the road see ya on the trails !! :0)

Saturday, April 2, 2011

Spring Bling Giveaway !

I have an itch to give something away to celebrate Spring and my new online store ! Nothing says Spring more than something Green or with pretty colors, so I made up something to cover them both .


Aren't they just beautiful ,and I think they just SCREAM SPRING!!
There are three ways to get your name is the basket . To make this give away a little more fun I filled this 8 oz mason jar to the top with these Pony beads.



Now your job is to guess how many are in there ,Whoever is closest within five beads gets their names in the basket . The jar has been Hermetically sealed and will be kept on Mrs. Funkwangnales back porch till the day of the drawing!

Second ,you post my give away on your blog or facebook page to let others have a change to win as well . Third, become a follower to my New Store at
http://jewelrybylaw.storenvy.com/
While there check out my new pieces and leave me a comment so I know you stopped by !

That make three chances to win I hope you all take time to play.Don't miss the chance to win such a pretty pair of earrings .

The drawing for the winner will be April 16th ,this way if you want, they would make a grand Easter gift to that someone special !
Remember to leave your comment so your name goes in the basket
GOOD LUCK !

Jasper

Jasper
N#105 - 28" Fancy Jasper with natural wooden beads and silvertone findings with magnetic clasp $25.00 plus shipping

Fancy !

Fancy !
N#100- 26" Fancy Jasper with bold silvertone chain with a magnetic clasp $16.00 plus shipping

Just magic with a needle !

Jade

Jade
N#94- 26" Green Jade with cube wooden beads with yellow Aventurine accents beads claw clasp 18.00 plus shipping

Red and White !

Red and White !
N#92- 24"Braided Red and White seed bead 14.00 plus shipping

Red White and MOO !!

Red White and MOO !!


SHHH ... I hear something .

nature at it's best!

nature at it's best!
I could stay here forever! AHHHH!

Zebra!

Zebra!
B-98. 8" Zebra Green $10.00 + shipping

lovely lavender

lovely lavender
R-60. 24 1/2 " Lavender Swarovski rosary. $30.00 +shipping

BubbleGum

BubbleGum
Pink Bubble Gum set N/E-set 57 $30.00 + S.H.

Vintage Pink !

Vintage Pink !
25" Vintage Pink Lampworks glass with Lavender pearls N-123 $20.00 +Shipping

Swarovski !

Swarovski !
71/2 " Swarovski crystals with silver accent beads B-105 $20.00 +shipping

Swarovski Crystals

Swarovski Crystals
R-62 rosary $30.00 plus shipping

Proud American !

relive the 70's

relive the 70's
40" orange vintage beads N-127 $16.00 + shipping

New pieces !

New pieces !
N-79 19" Jet with Black Foil heart $25.00 plus shipping .

New pieces !

New pieces !
This can be found in Inlet N.Y. at Jack Graco's furniture N-45/ 25" Frosted double chain with purple swirl stones magnetic clasp $ 25.00 plus shipping

Vintage beads

Vintage beads
21" Blue Marble with crystals N-88 $14.00 +Shipping

New pieces !

New pieces !
1 1/2" Crackle glass on shepard hooks with backs product # E-135 $10.00 + S.H.

New pieces !

New pieces !
N/S- 65 Black and white Hearts Set ! $25.00 plus shipping

New pieces !

New pieces !
N-71 25" Pink swirl glass stones with hammered hoops $18.00 plus shipping

New pieces !

New pieces !
B-64 Ruby with fresh water pearls 8" $8.00 plus shipping

Blues... to cheer you up !

Blues... to cheer you up !
B-61 7 1/2 " Swarovski Crystals with Blue glass cubes with toggle clasp $14.00 plus shipping

8" Pink glass with claw clasp product #65 $ 10.00 + S.H.

New pieces !

New pieces !
R-9 23" Swarovski Blue cyrstals with silvertone stardust our father beads a color Mary with stars and arrow crucifix $30.00 plus shipping

Bold and Beautiful !

Bold and Beautiful !
N-49 This set adds beauty too any outfit ! 20 1/2 " necklace with matching 2" earring $35.00 plus shipping (will sell seperate)e-mail for price

22 1/2" Green w/yellow swirl $20.00 order # N-50

Fancy Black

Fancy Black
N-28- 19" fancy black glass beads on a silvertone chian with a magnetic clasp $20.00 plus shipping

Watch out for Magic !

Watch out for Magic !
N-25 This 23" long necklace is made up of Dragons Vain beads and silver tone chain with a vintage Key pendant ,it has a claw clasp $20.00 plus shipping

Dainty and dressy

Dainty and dressy
N-29- 36" fancy chain with Italian Opalite with a claw clasp $20.00 + shipping

New !

New !
R-29 Tanzanian Granet mini $12.00 plus shipping

new piece !

new piece !
E-134-these 2 1/2" Craved Adventurine with aussie jade on silvertone shepard hooks with back. This piece is located in Inlet N.Y. at Jack Graco's furniture ,$14.00 plus shipping

Black is beautiful !

Black is beautiful !
8" Diamond cut black glass with silver tone stardust beads and clear glass seed beads with a toggle clasp B-57 $16.00 +shipping

Green Carved Adventurine

Green Carved Adventurine
N-167- 24"Silver seedbeads with carved pendant $25.00 plus shipping

Seed Beads!

Seed Beads!
N#3-34" Blue and pink crackle beads with clear seed beads with a magnetic clasp 10.00 plus shipping

Think Spring !!

Think Spring !!
N#145-33" Spring Green $16.00 plus shipping

Opals

Opals
N#91-25" Yellow opals with green teardrops on silvertone fancy chain with claw clasp $16.00 plus shipping

Peaches !

Peaches !
N#142-32" Peach ceramic with gold filgree caps and white and gold seed beads $28.00 plus shipping

E#122-21/2" Green glass with green adventurine seeds 8.00 includes S.H.

Tiger Eye

Tiger Eye
B# 40-7" Tigereye with rose quartz $8.00 plus shipping

Amber and Metal

Amber and Metal
N#117 22" Black metal beads with Amber and fancy two tone metal ,with claw clasp $18.00 plus shipping

Adventurine

Adventurine
N-97 ,22 1/2" Silvertone Hoops with Peach Adventurine $18.00 plus shipping

Bold and Gold !

Bold and Gold !
N# 120-30" Black wood beads capped with bronze on gold tone chain with claw clasp $16.00 plus shipping

Girl Scouts !

Girl Scouts !
Help support our girls! Please buy some cookies !

E#121-21/2" Rose mix 8.00 includes S.H.


Come on ,give us a KISS!!

Lampworks

Lampworks
E#96- 1 1/2 "Rose lampwork beads with Hematite 8.00 + shipping

E#95- 1 1/2" Rose lampwork on shepard hooks with backs 8.00 includes S.H.

Little Sweetie !

E#86- 2" White glass with Zebra ! on shepard hook with backs 10.00 includes S.H.

B#34- 7 1/2" Dark with natural wooden beads 8.00 includes S.H.

B#33- 8" Dark wooden beads 8.00 includes S.H.

E#92- 3" Green glass beads with silverplated beads shepard hooks with backs 10.00 includes S.H.

Light and dark

Light and dark
E#87- 2 1/2" Black -n- White shepard hooks with backs 8.00 + shipping

what more is there to say

Deep Blue !

Deep Blue !
N132 -20" Blue Braided seed bead with magnitic clasp 14.00 + shipping

Jasper

Jasper
E#73- 2 1/4" Jasper with Handpainted wooden beads 10.00 + shipping

Look who missed the picnic !

E#70- 1 1/2"Clear crackle and blue glass 5.00 SOLD !!

Purple lamps

Purple lamps
E#69- 2" Fancy Purple flower lampworks 10.00 + shipping


E#56- 2 1/2" Green Jade with wood shepard hooks with backs10.00 includes S.H.

Fun Green

Fun Green
N#108- 28" Twotone green crackle beads with heart toggle $14.00 + shipping

E#67- 1 1/2" Utah Snowflake 8.00 includes S.H.

B#26- Childs stretch pink and white shell 8.00 includes S.H.


E#66- 2 1/2" Peach Shell 8.00 includes S.H.

E#71-1 1/2" Silvertone hoops with black and white marbled jasper 8.00 includes S.H.

Marvelous Marble

Marvelous Marble
N#114- 22" Black and white marbled jasper with garnet $25.00 + shipping

Sunny Yellow !

Sunny Yellow !
N#112- 28" Mexican Citrine $25.00 + shipping

Fresh water pearls

Fresh water pearls
N#85- 20" Black and Gold fresh water beads $16.00 + shipping

Hand Painted

Hand Painted
B#19- 9" hand painted wooden beads with Tigereye glass beads 12.00+sh

E#20- 2 1/2" Green swril glass stones with gold soild filigree 10.00+sh

E#4- 2 1/2" Filigrees with silvertone chain 5.00+sh

N#53- What a lovely! 24" Australian Jade with silver filigree beads 18.00+sh

Painted Wood

Painted Wood
E#21- 2" Hand Painted wooden Beads $8.00 + shipping

N#68- 26" Australian Yellow Jade 12.00+sh

B#20- 8" Australian Honey Jade Ovals 10.00+sh

Russian Jasper

Russian Jasper
E#25- 4" Silvertone links with Russian Picasso Jasper $10.00 + shipping

N#15- 22" Blue shell with bluemarbled glass beads $15.00+sh

Salmon River Falls


N#37- 24"Tigereye Nugget with Tigereye glass beads $20.00+sh

Home Made in the USA !!

E#34- 2 1/2 " blue crackle with opalite 8.00 includes S.H.

N#73- 36 1/2"Afghanistan Lapis 15.00+sh

Wooden wheel mix

Wooden wheel mix
N#83- 28"wooden beads 14.00 + shipping