Tag Archives: IHM Convent

Blame it on Hayley Mills

Posted on April 9, 2015 by vanbytheriver

I was destined to become a nun. I was sure of it. This movie arrived just in time. Hayley Mills, the original “Parent Trap” star, played a rebellious, difficult cadet at an all girls’ prep school. Her “scathingly brilliant” ideas … Continue reading →

Posted in Childhood, Education, Inspiration, Movies | Tagged 1960's, Catholic School, Handmaids of Mary, Hayley Mills, IHM Convent, Nuns, The Trouble With Angels, Uniforms, Villa Maria Academy | 24 Comments

A 1950’s Christmas

Posted on December 23, 2014 by vanbytheriver

A black and white Christmas from the 1950’s. This was the full gift display for our family of 6 at the time, 3 adults, 3 children. It was my first year at Catholic school, and I was so impressed. Mine … Continue reading →

Posted in Childhood, Family, home, Memories, Photography | Tagged A Doll to Remember, Black and White Photography, Christmas, IHM Convent, Pre-Barbie doll house, Simple gifts | 6 Comments

Slumber Party at the Funeral Home

Posted on October 6, 2014 by vanbytheriver

Spending 8 years in a catholic elementary school can create bonds that last a lifetime. I didn’t think I could remember the names of all of those 20 or 30 students from my class, until I visited the local church … Continue reading →