May 2009
May 31, 2009
Obama: Friday burgers, Saturday Broadway date night with Michelle
So much flash and so much wasted taxpayer money. Not only do we pay for White House staff at Obama's beck and call, but we have to pay for the razzle-dazzle motorcade to Virginia for a "real" burger so he can have his Second Burger Photo Op: Then another...5:40 PM in Obama Nation | Permalink | Comments (4)
George Tiller killed, pro-life community condems killing
Abortion doctor George Tiller is killed; suspect in custody Tiller, who performed late-term abortions, already had been a victim of violence. As some anti-abortion websites hail the doctor's death, anti-abortion leaders decry the shooting. By Robin Abcarian 2:11 PM PDT, May 31, 2009 Dr. George Tiller, one of the few...4:28 PM in Current Affairs, Pro-Life Issues | Permalink | Comments (5)
Best riding toys EVER!!!
First thing to keep in mind: I have eight boys 9-25. My first 4-in-a-row boys (Josh, Ben, matt and Zach) loved riding Kettcars. But by the time the next 4-in-a-row boys (Jonny, Jesse, Daniel, Justin - 1 by birth, 3 by adoption, all with Down syndrome) reached the age...3:57 PM in Product Reviews | Permalink | Comments (0)
Zach on his motorcycle experience - and beyond
I woke up this morning to find that Zach (like his mom, an ENTJ) had wasted no time in beginning to sort through his experience. He wanted me to share this:I had to get a motorcycle for two compelling reasons. First, I was planning on getting a job this summer,...2:38 PM in Boys, Family, My life | Permalink | Comments (10)
May 30, 2009
Just another Saturday - is it ever?
It was a typical Saturday only because what's typical about my Saturdays is that there's nothing typical about them at all. It just depends on getting up, being a mommy and going along for the ride. First order of business: drive Maddy to meet her bluegrass band at the...9:31 PM in Family, My life | Permalink | Comments (11)
Couple ordered to stop holding Bible study
Couple Ordered to Stop Holding Bible Study at Home Without Permit Thursday , May 28, 2009 Pastor David Jones and his wife Mary have been told that they cannot invite friends to their San Diego, Calif. home for a Bible study -- unless they are willing to pay tens of...8:47 AM in Activism, Christian Persecution, Obama Nation | Permalink | Comments (8)
Animal Farm - final thoughts
Animal Farm - Chapter One Animal Farm - Part Two - ObamaNation I am sorry that it has taken me so long to wrap up the Animal Farm discussion. I must admit I have been loathe to open the book again as the parallels to our current political regime...8:34 AM in Animal Farm book study, Books | Permalink | Comments (2)
More mothering inspiration
Jena sent this collection of quotes for a belated Mother's Day (yeah, we know how it is, Jena!) You [mothers] are the real builders of the nation wherever you live, for you have created homes of strength and peace and security. These become the very sinew of any nation." ~Gordon...8:11 AM in Inspiration, Mothering | Permalink | Comments (1)
May 29, 2009
Are women born this way?
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Today's moms - under pressure
This is a rerun from March 2008 - because I think it contains a message you need to hear now and again: I had a meeting last week with some homeschool advocates to brainstorm ideas for a pamphlet they are doing for preschool moms. I was invited to participate because...9:40 AM in Inspiration, Mothering | Permalink | Comments (6)
Obama tells Hollywood crowd "You ain't seen nothin' yet"
The arrogance and the hunger for adoration are pretty scary to see in the leader of a free nation. Obama was on a swing through Las Vegas - away from Washington for two days even as North Korea is going nuclear and Iran is encroaching on boundaries - to...9:30 AM in Obama Nation | Permalink | Comments (1)
Thoughts on aging
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May 28, 2009
From my Inbox today
You are receiving this message as a member of HillaryClinton.com's online community. Please take a look at the message below about the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee (DCCC) from James Carville. The DCCC is solely responsible for the content of this message. Dear Barbara, Just when I thought I've...2:46 PM in Obama Nation | Permalink | Comments (2)
Down syndrome, adoption, China - Reece's Rainbow can help!
Remember Sweet Baby James? The baby boy announced June 24, 2006 at MommyLife in 2007 who would be the first baby with Down syndrome released by China for United States adoption? He was adopted and renamed Simon by his parents Dan and Liz. Liz has been sending me updates and...12:41 PM in Adoption, Alex Barton | Permalink | Comments (2)
BenAnna wedding pictures - the real thing!
Oh my goodness!!! Anna's sister Jorie just sent me the link to the blog of the photographer who did BenAnna's wedding last Friday. These pictures are incredible! I know some of you read MommyLife for information, but for those involved with me and my family, please go to Kristen...11:05 AM in Family | Permalink | Comments (7)
Down syndrome and wandering
Just noticed that someone landed on MommyLife by googling How to keep a down syndrome child safe who is a great escape artist? Interesting because after many years of our boys not wandering, on the day of BenAnna's wedding, we had a neighbor knock at our door with Daniel....10:19 AM in Disabilities, Down syndrome | Permalink | Comments (16)
Inspirational story: Magnolias
My neighbor Marian sent this to me. I love how it shows that God can use any of us to be messengers of encouragement, even when we feel at our worst: MAGNOLIAS..........By Edna Ellison I spent the week before my daughter's June wedding running last-minute trips to the caterer,...9:03 AM in Inspiration | Permalink | Comments (3)
Closing car dealerships: Obama's Enemies List???
Will the Dinosaur Media ignore the suspicious chain of events: Obama takes over the American car industry (except for Ford, which refused to succumb), then as majority-owner orders closings of random dealerships with no apparent rhyme or reason. Highly successful dealership received their pink slips, leaving them with no...8:44 AM in Obama Nation | Permalink | Comments (5)
4-in-a-row boys - how to handle bullying
Hey Barbara- I know you are busy, so I don't know if you have time to tackle this question: When you were raising your 4-in-a-row boys, did you ever run into trouble with bullying? By 4 boys are 8 to infant, and I am having trouble with my 8 year...7:25 AM in Boys, Family, Fathers | Permalink | Comments (3)
May 27, 2009
Paperback swap has Les Miserables, Dover coloring books, Frances, and Little Critter
Just checked Paperback Swap and there are Little Critter books and the Frances books I mentionedPlus Dover coloring books (which I presume are not colored in) Plus one copy of Les Miserables - the translation we're using (ISBN 0451525264)Do you have any points? If you're not a member, you can...8:17 PM in Bargains | Permalink | Comments (0)
Little Critter round-up - Amazon 4-for-3
I know two in one day is a lot, but I had a few roundups on my to-do list and since Amazon is having this 4-for3 sale, I want to do them now in case anyone wants to take advantage of it. I've written before about why books with...7:10 PM in Bargains, Books | Permalink | Comments (0)
Is Obama the leader of a cult? 100 Questions
Follow the links for further explication. Of course, these pertain to religious cults, but the zealotry and denial of reality of a significant segment of our population makes ObamaNation more a religion than a political system. Just consider how many of these apply today. The Cult Test 1. The Guru...6:32 PM in Obama Nation | Permalink | Comments (0)
Memorial Day - thank goodness for Dads!
5:53 PM in Family, Fathers, Humor | Permalink | Comments (1)
Les Miserables Summer Reading Club - getting excited!
I had to order a new copy of Les Misérables (Signet Classics) since one of my kids left ours at college. Ours was pretty well worn anyway - though I've got to hand it to Signet for a wellmade paperback. Ours has been read by various family members, some...5:30 PM in Books, Les Miserables Book Study | Permalink | Comments (3)
Dover coloring books - 4-for-3 at Amazon
Amazon is having a 4-for-3 sale right now, so I am going to take care of something that's been on my list for a while - a round-up of Dover coloring books. First, if you're new here, I want you to know why coloring books can be of enormous benefit...2:41 PM in Bargains | Permalink | Comments (1)
Elisabeth Elliot: our defense against debt, disease, disaster and doubt
Loved this one: Stop Quivering "The King's heart quivered as the trees in the forest shake before the wind" (ls 7:2 RSV), Isaiah tells us in the story of Syria's occupation of Ephraim. The worst had happened. The thing Ahaz feared had come upon him, and he was terrified. So...2:26 PM in Elisabeth Elliot, Inspiration | Permalink | Comments (0)
Art to bless you - and free shipping at Art.com today
First Steps by Vincent Van Gogh Vincent Van Gogh (1853 - 1890) was a Dutch post-Impressionist Master whose innovative artwork powerfully influenced modern Expressionism, Fauvism, and early abstraction. Astoundingly prolific, Van Gogh produced all of his work during a 10-year period, at one point, creating 150 paintings and drawings...2:04 PM in Art | Permalink | Comments (1)
Place your dad (or your kids' dad) in the Hall of Fame
Dear Tripp, You can place your father or another father you admire in the company of more than 2,100 other Hall of Fame Dads. This is an unforgettable way to honor him for Father's Day. The Center hosts the only Hall of Fame exclusively for dads that allows you...1:28 PM in | Permalink | Comments (0)
Low-tech fixes for high-tech problems
PAUL BOUTIN New York Times News Service, Thursday, Apr. 09, 2009 11:57PM EDT Behind the cash register at Smoke Shop No. 2 in downtown San Francisco, Sam Azar swipes a customer's credit card to ring up Turkish cigarettes. The store's card reader fails to scan the card's magnetic strip....1:22 PM in Practical Info | Permalink | Comments (1)
Abortion and breast cancer link
If the link between abortion and breast cancer has been thoroughly documented, why is the evidence suppressed? Quite simply, because Planned Parenthood puts their profits and political agenda ahead of women's lives.Watch the full episode of Komen's Dark Side here. Eve Silver once worked for the Susan G. Komen Foundation,...11:46 AM in Planned Parenthood, Pro-Life Issues | Permalink | Comments (7)
Obama scored big at Notre Dame - a wrapup
News is happening so rapidly, I feel a little awkward posting this so late, but with all the happy hubbub around here the past two weeks, there were some things that got buried in my email. I felt this Wall Street Journal piece by William McGurn wrapped up the Catholic-In-Name-Only...11:28 AM in Catholicism, Obama Nation, Pro-Life Issues | Permalink | Comments (0)
What is your parenting style? Take the quiz
When T-Mobile recruited me for their Parenting Style quiz, I said yes because I love quizzes. But no surprise that I came out Sgt. Strict! With seven kids over 18, I've Been There, Done That on many questions, like how we handle our kids' transportation needs once they're drivers, and...10:52 AM in Mothering | Permalink | Comments (4)
Laundry - the woman's drug of choice
So funny!!! But I must admit, I love doing my laundry - even wrote a book about it!...10:21 AM in Humor | Permalink | Comments (2)
Melissa and Doug dollhouse - 49% off and free shipping!
Got a birthday coming up or putting anything away for Christmas? Got grandparents who need ideas? This must be Amazon's deal of the day: I noticed because someone bought it yesterday (I can see what people buy, but not who buys it). When you all see a good deal like...9:59 AM in Bargains | Permalink | Comments (0)
Obama nominates Sotomayor to Supreme Court - more lifestyle politics
"I would hope that a wise Latina woman with the richness of her experiences would more often than not reach a better conclusion than a white male who hasn't lived that life."~Supreme Court Obaminee Sonia Sotomayor~Okay, so Obama was able to find a Hispanic woman with a compelling life story...6:35 AM in Obama Nation | Permalink | Comments (3)
May 26, 2009
Prayer before bed
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Military Wives' Cookbook winner!
The winner is: Having been a military wife for the past 12 years, I would love to have this. Count me in please. Thank you! Posted by: j dan | May 19, 2009 5:18 PM...8:59 PM in Contest | Permalink | Comments (0)
Research on the benefits of big families?
Dear Barbara, My husband and I are pursuing becoming foster parents, but have discovered that (surprise surprise) many social workers share our culture's distrust of and lack of understanding of large families. (And yes, apparently we qualify, even though we only have 3 children so far.) So I was...8:48 PM in Adoption, Big families | Permalink | Comments (1)
For all the evangelicals feeling compelled to pray for Catholics
The other day, I received a link from a Catholic friend who said she wished she had the guts to send it to all the Baptists who think she's not really a Christian. While I found it very engaging, I wasn't going to publish it because so often when I...5:23 PM in Catholicism | Permalink | Comments (21)
You're as old as your memories.
Somehow it seems appropriate that this landed in my Inbox on my birthday: Older than Dirt 'Someone asked the other day, 'What was your favorite fast food when you were growing up?' 'We didn't have fast food when I was growing up,' I informed him. 'All the food was slow.'...5:11 PM in Humor, Nostalgia | Permalink | Comments (1)
Dan Dillon Special Olympics Coach of the Year
Dan Dillon has been our boys' Special Olympics basketball coach since we moved to Loudoun in 2002. He is enormously dedicated. I once asked him how he got involved in Special Olympics - did he have a sibling who had special needs? He said no, that his family had brought...4:59 PM in | Permalink | Comments (1)
Obama - smooth talking will get you far
From a review at the Wall Street Journal of a new book called The Gentle Art of Getting Ahead: A self-deprecating account of mastering tests, stuffing résumés and impressing the right people by Princeton graduate Walter Kirn: "The trick: 'Establish a cadence, stretch it, vary it, return to it later...4:43 PM in Obama Nation | Permalink | Comments (0)
Angels in adoption: nominations needed now
In 2003 - thanks to a nomination from someone I barely knew but who is now my good friend Anne - Tripp and I received a Congressional Award as Angels in Adoption. You can read about this wonderful experience (and see pictures of me carrying 80 more pounds) here. The...3:59 PM in Adoption | Permalink | Comments (0)
MommyLife Summer Reading Club: Les Miz begins June 1
Don't forget: MommyLife Summer Reading Club is starting Les Miserables by Victor Hugo June 1. Has anyone started early? I would, but one of my kids left the Curtis copy at college. I've ordered another and will start when it comes. Kelly writes: Barbara. I just wanted to drop...2:37 PM in Books | Permalink | Comments (2)
WolframAlpha - new Internet research tool launches
Check this new site - in the construction phase, but with a trillion bits of knowledge so far: Wolfram|Alpha's long-term goal is to make all systematic knowledge immediately computable and accessible to everyone. We aim to collect and curate all objective data; implement every known model, method, and algorithm; and...2:20 PM in Homeschooling, Resources | Permalink | Comments (0)
Parental rights - Father's Day bulletin insert available
From our friends at Parental Rights - who are monitoring and keeping us informed of another front where the One World mentality is working hard to encroach on our freedom:As an organization, ParentalRights.org exists for one reason only: to protect children by empowering parents through the Parental Rights Amendment...1:53 PM in Activism, Parental Rights | Permalink | Comments (0)
Maddow: Obama's "prolonged detention" hypocritical
Rachel Maddow - liberal news anchor - actually SEES Obama's double speak and hypocrisy - and reports on it: Will the tide change?...1:48 PM in Obama Nation | Permalink | Comments (0)
My birthday - unbelievably 61!
For those of you wondering - as I did in my younger years when life was speeding up - "Will it ever slow down? - I have to say the answer is no. At least not yet. Life is hurtling past and today I wake up to discover that...8:25 AM in Inspiration, Mothering, My life | Permalink | Comments (21)
Obama: We're out of money (gee, thanks!)
From the Drudge Report: 'WE'RE OUT OF MONEY' Sat May 23 2009 10:32:18 ET In a sobering holiday interview with C-SPAN, President Obama boldly told Americans: "We are out of money." C-SPAN host Steve Scully broke from a meek Washington press corps with probing questions for the new president. SCULLY:...6:31 AM in Obama Nation | Permalink | Comments (2)
May 25, 2009
2009 Spelling Bee - get your kids involved! Say hello to Santos!
We have some dear homeschooling friends - Tony and Liz DeBarros, whose son Santos has made it for the second year into the world-famous National Spelling Bee. We are so excited for them - and hope you and your kids might like someone to root for!Hi, friends and family,If you've...12:38 PM in Entertainment, Homeschooling | Permalink | Comments (0)
Gun control protects thugs - Second amendment protects us
Click on your choice.From a-human-right.comThis is another liberal/fascist issue which the Obama Regime is sure to move on under Eric Holder. Which is why gun and ammunition sales are up. I have shared the story of how during the Clinton years Tripp and I changed our tune on gun...12:21 PM in Conservative resources, Current Affairs, Obama Nation | Permalink | Comments (4)
Barna Research: Casual Christians and Captive Christians
The Barna Group defines itself as "a visionary research and resource company located in Ventura, California. The firm is widely considered to be the leading research organization focused on the intersection of faith and culture." I am on their email list (you can be too) - and received this today:...8:20 AM in Church Issues, Current Affairs | Permalink | Comments (4)
May 24, 2009
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World magazine - a must for conservative Christian families
The other day I did a roundup of conservative links. But there's a very special resource I want to share - one in which our family has a lot of confidence. We began reading World magazine in 1989. As the newsweeklies Time and Newsweak have been in steady decline,...5:26 PM in Conservative resources, Obama Nation | Permalink | Comments (0)
Mark Steyn on freedom - Hillsdale College, Imprimis
Do you know Mark Steyn? He's a brilliant author/columnist/analyst - a frequent guest on Laura Ingraham and a guest teacher at Hillsdale College. The following is from a lecture Steyn delivered at Hillsdale on March 9, 2009 titled "Live Free or Die!" As Gerald Ford liked to say when...7:29 AM in Conservative resources, Current Affairs, Obama Nation | Permalink | Comments (0)
May 23, 2009
I Heard the Voice of Jesus Say
This was the solo at Ben and Anna's wedding - sung by a friend of Ben's in a deep bass voice:...7:31 PM in Music | Permalink | Comments (2)
BenAnna wedding report
It was truly a wonderful day! Ben and Anna's wedding was held at a beautiful retreat center called Meadowkirk, where Anna worked at a children's summer camp last summer. It's the kind of place where you feel the spiritual peace the minute you step onto the grounds. The weather...12:30 PM in Family | Permalink | Comments (17)
May 22, 2009
Zach's Best Man toast to the bride and groom
I've had several requests to hear what Zach said last night in his toast to the soon-to-be Mr. and Mrs. Benjamin Michael Curtis. I was so proud of my son for making the most of this opportunity to express something so profound and memorable. Sometimes I am just amazed at...2:54 PM in Family | Permalink | Comments (10)
BenAnna wedding countdown: 5 hours
We had a lovely time last night. I had so much help getting ready for the rehearsal dinner, I felt like I was riding on a cloud all day. Here are the pictures: Zachary read the most moving toast welcoming Anna to our family. He had many of us...11:43 AM in Family | Permalink | Comments (2)
Fiddler on the Roof: Sunrise, Sunset
Some of you are a long way from your children's weddings - but believe me, they will come so quickly you will hardly believe it....11:36 AM in Mothering, Music | Permalink | Comments (3)
Memorial Day 2009 - In Flanders Fields
In Flanders Fields By: Lieutenant Colonel John McCrae, MD (1872-1918) Canadian Army In Flanders Fields the poppies blow Between the crosses row on row, That mark our place; and in the sky The larks, still bravely singing, fly Scarce heard amid the guns below. We are the Dead. Short...9:12 AM in Memorial Day | Permalink | Comments (1)
Memorial Day 2009 - tributes, ideas for you and your children
It's really up to parents to infuse meaning into these holidays that can get lost in the three-day-weekend mentality we've created. Family times and fun are wonderful, but let's carve out a little space to remind ourselves and teach our children what Memorial Day is all about. Lord, help...9:04 AM in Memorial Day | Permalink | Comments (1)
Obama launches own news outlet: OTV
Apparently, the Obama Regime has decided that their media coverage isn't flattering enough. At Political Punch, Jake Tapper reveals the first shutout of the White House press corps and the unveiling of a new media outlet: OTV - ObamaTV:Do You Want Your OTV?May 20, 2009 5:56 PMOn April 27, President...7:39 AM in Obama Nation | Permalink | Comments (9)
May 21, 2009
BenAnna countdown: 26 hours
An astonishing amount of work has gone on here today! I am about to get ready to leave for the rehearsal - which is half an hour from home. But I want to let you know it has been an incredible day in which I have been blessed with...2:55 PM in Family, My life | Permalink | Comments (5)
Political roundup and resource links
Just so you know - I will be doing more political commentary and finally finishing up Animal Farm next week. There is a lot happening every day and if you want the truth, you will need to use alternative news services. Our Dinosaur Media are functioning strictly as propaganda...10:37 AM in Conservative resources, Current Affairs, Obama Nation | Permalink | Comments (6)
BenAnna wedding countdown: 34.5 hours
The house is quiet this morning. The guys stayed up 'til 2:00 - I only know because that's when Tripp came to bed last night. When I went to bed, they were huddled around an outdoor firepit (borrowed from Anna's family - I'd love to get one someday) smoking cigars...6:54 AM in Family, My life | Permalink | Comments (6)
Two new books on Down syndrome
For more, see also Children's books on Down syndrome Children's books on disabilities Down syndrome books for parents...6:45 AM in Books, Down syndrome | Permalink | Comments (0)
May 21: Clara Barton and the American Red Cross
May 21 The American Red Cross was organized MAY 21, 1881, by Clara Barton, a schoolteacher who had moved to Washington at the outbreak of the Civil War. Clara Barton distributed relief supplies to wounded soldiers and, at the request of President Lincoln, aided in searching for missing men. Clara...5:58 AM in | Permalink | Comments (0)
May 20, 2009
BenAnna's wedding countdown: 44 hours - rehearsal dinner menu
Right now there are 10 young men - 5 of my sons and 5 of Ben's college friends whoopin' and hollerin' on the front yard while playing Frisbee. Tripp is cooking hamburgers and hot dogs and I am doing laundry (so what else is new?) and trying to stay...8:07 PM in Family, My life, Recipes | Permalink | Comments (3)
List your garage sale, find sales near you
Keep this information handy - you may need it! Garage Sales Tracker helps you advertise and find garage sales on the internet. Free!!!...11:17 AM in Practical Info | Permalink | Comments (0)
Michael Steele: Obama is bankrupting our country
Finally:...10:47 AM in Obama Nation | Permalink | Comments (0)
Counting down - 55 hours to BenAnna's wedding
Taking a break from the controlled chaos at our house as we prepare to send Ben off to a lifetime with Anna (see BenAnna engaged!). Cleaning, making grocery lists, organizing. A houseful of mom, dad 9 kids expecting an influx of four college friends of Ben's for beginning festivities...9:48 AM in Family | Permalink | Comments (7)
Funny picture for today
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Broccoli salad - YUM!
How do I love Google? Let me count the ways . . . . Like a few years ago when we were somewhere where this extraordinary salad was served and I rushed home to google the ingredients to find this recipe. By now, maybe everyone in the U. S. has...6:56 AM in Recipes | Permalink | Comments (3)
Top 100 Hymns - your input please!
My friend Sherry at Semicolon has come up with a very intriguing project - cataloging 100 Top Hymns. She needs your input: Top 100 Hymns Survey So, this past Sunday in church while listening attentively to the sermon, and even taking some notes in my Bible, I thought up a...6:40 AM in Music | Permalink | Comments (0)
May 19, 2009
CatholicVote ad to air on American Idol in some states tonight!
Dear CatholicVote.org Member, We are pleased to announce that our latest commercial - Imagine Spot 2 - will begin airing tonight on the American Idol finale. We have secured ad space in select markets in six states, beginning tonight in Baltimore. Our ad will also be running tomorrow night...3:55 PM in Entertainment, Pro-Life Issues | Permalink | Comments (2)
Book giveaway: Military Wives Cookbook
Did you know that May is Military Appreciation Month? When I think of the military, I think of sacrifice and dedication - not just on the part of those in uniform, but of their families. I'm honored to be able to give one of these special books this month. Drop...3:43 PM in Books, Contest | Permalink | Comments (28)
Jake and the Burtones
That's Jake and the Burtones - the bluegrass band Maddy is singing with - performing at Heritage Day in Purcellville last Saturday. They've been performing around Loudoun a lot. We've hired them to play at BenAnna's rehearsal dinner Thursday night. If you are interested in booking them, contact Josh...3:30 PM in Loudoun County, Music | Permalink | Comments (2)
Scientists find alleged "missing link"
I guess we should have seen this coming - that since they were accused of not having a transitional link, they would "find" one and try to convince us that this is even remotely human.Scientists Unveil Missing Link In Evolution Breaking News 5:46pm UK, Tuesday May 19, 2009 Alex...12:11 PM in Current Affairs | Permalink | Comments (2)
American Idol - finale tonight - Adam or Kris?
I haven't blogged much about American Idol this season, but that's not because Maddy's and my enthusiasm has waned. We've been faithfully watching and like most of America were pretty surprised last week when Danny went home, leaving Kris to face off against Adam, who seemed to have a juggernaut-thing....11:45 AM in Entertainment, Music | Permalink | Comments (7)
May 18, 2009
Child w/Down syndrome in New Mexico or South Dakota?
Remember the T21 Traveling Afghan Project? Chandos has now signed up families of children with Down syndrome in 48 states to be host to the fabulous Traveling Afghan. She's looking for someone in New Mexico and someone in South Dakota. If you or someone you know has a child...3:51 PM in Down syndrome | Permalink | Comments (0)
Oh Shenandoah ~22 versions~
I left Virginia in 1972 for San Francisco, but returned after 30 years with 21 native Californians (husband, 11 children (my first was born in DC), 2 sons-in-law and 8 grandchildren). I now live in the shadow of the Blue Ridge mountains and five minutes from the Shenandoah River. Got...6:59 AM in Music | Permalink | Comments (3)
May 17, 2009
Correct way to sneeze
Seems like a good time to rerun this one from 2007: The first time I saw my kids sneezing into their sleeves, I corrected them. Then they corrected me. Once they explained it, it made perfect sense. The elbow sneeze has caught on fast where I live. Have you all...5:41 PM in Health | Permalink | Comments (3)
Ads on MommyLife - and blogging stats
I want to thank all my readers for understanding the necessity of advertising on MommyLife. Money earned through paid ads and my Amazon link have made it possible for me to wake up each morning and choose blogging - researching and keeping us all informed - over writing articles for...4:20 PM in Blogging | Permalink | Comments (2)
The Triplet Song - Fred Astaire, Nanette Fabray, Jack Buchanan
I don't know why in the world I thought of this today. But when I have a random thought about something old, I figure I ought to find it and pass it on. Keeping our cultural heritage alive :)...2:52 PM in Movies, Music, Nostalgia | Permalink | Comments (0)
Obama at Notre Dame: revealing his character
Great essay from last Thursday on why Obama should have withdrawn from speaking at Notre Dame and what his disrespect for pro-life Catholics reveals about his character: Obama, Notre Dame, and the Character Thing Written by Paul Kengor Thursday, 14 May 2009 13:56 In May 1995, his first year as...2:11 PM in Obama Nation, Pro-Life Issues | Permalink | Comments (3)
Norma McCorvey - original Roe - arrested at Notre Dame
Norma McCorvey, the original Roe in Roe v. Wade - who renounced her ties to the pro-abortion movement and became a prolife Christian in 1995, then a Catholic in 1998 - has been arrested at Notre Dame this morning: Here is a pro-life commercial Norma filmed last year:...1:34 PM in Pro-Life Issues | Permalink | Comments (4)
Obama's Notre Dame speech text - claims Catholic roots
To see a how a master speechwriter (not Obama but his speechwriter) waltzes through a controversy dancing with first one partner, then another, you can read Obama's Notre Dame speech now at Huffington Post - even before it's delivered. Oh, and note that he now remembers out of the blue...1:25 PM in Catholicism, Obama Nation | Permalink | Comments (6)
Obama at Notre Dame - Breaking news - Professor Miscamble's response at rally
This is the day that the Lord has made - let us rejoice and be glad in it. Yet let us not forget and let us continue to pray that God will use for good the great indignity taking place this afternoon at Notre Dame: the most pro-abortion (when push...10:49 AM in Obama Nation, Pro-Life Issues | Permalink | Comments (1)
John Piper to Obama: abortion is killing and must stop
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Jonny, Jesse, Daniel, Justin - First Communion yesterday
First Communion yesterday: Father Escalante did a beautiful job. Jesse, Daniel and Justin were all baptized (Jonny had been baptized by immersion as an evangelical). Then all four boys received their First Holy Communion. There were many beautiful moments - not for photo albums, but in our memories. This...8:31 AM in Family | Permalink | Comments (13)
Vintage prints - a child's day
I scanned these from a framed series of panels I picked up at a garage sale many, many years ago. They've been hanging in my kids' bathroom where they can look at them when they wash their hands or brush their teeth. Thought you might enjoy them too: Email...8:18 AM in Art | Permalink | Comments (5)
May 16, 2009
Homeschool Links for May
Right at Home has been a homeschool support group in Western Loudoun County (Virginia) since 1990, serving to connect home schoolers for field trips, classes, Moms' Night Out, Park Days, etc. They also offer adjunct classes in support of home education. When I homeschooled Maddy for 7th grade, she took...5:22 PM in Homeschooling, Resources | Permalink | Comments (1)
Zach's getting a motorcycle
I guess it had to happen.Boys grow up and no longer have to bend to their mother's worst fears.Zach - who just graduated from Liberty and is going into Marine Officer Candidate School next fall - has decided to spend his last three months of freedom riding a motorcycle.He is...5:11 PM in Family, My life | Permalink | Comments (7)
UK teacher bucks homosexual training, gets suspended
From Sue: Teacher bucks homosexual training, gets suspended Charlie Butts - OneNewsNow - 5/6/2009 7:40:00 AM A Christian teacher in England has been suspended after complaining about the use of classroom time to promote homosexuality as an acceptable lifestyle. Kwabena Peat was one of several teachers who walked out of...4:46 PM in Obama Nation | Permalink | Comments (0)
Ben and Zach graduate from Liberty!
Tripp couldn't make the three-day trip to Virginia Beach, but he and Matt went to Lynchburg last Saturday to see Ben and Zach graduate from Liberty University: Sophia was there on crutches because she and Ben sang in Chamber Choir for the ceremony. Ben Stein gave the commencement address. I...4:35 PM in Family | Permalink | Comments (1)
Muslim Demographics
At least a dozen people have sent me this video: Currently, it has logged over 6 million views on YouTube. The interesting thing to me is that so many liberals who hate Christians seem oblivious to the fact that under Shariah Law many of their lives would be at...4:05 PM in Current Affairs | Permalink | Comments (3)
Kids w/disabilities? NACD help - Front Royal VA 5/21
Regina Doman sent this:...3:57 PM in Autism, Disabilities, Down syndrome | Permalink | Comments (1)
Curtis Update/Challenger Little League Jamboree 5/10
It's been a busy week. Or I should say, It's been the Mother of All Busy Weeks. I've got some catching up to do. First, you need to get the picture that with Tripp not up to speed since September, things aren't as together around here as we were...3:03 PM in Family, My life | Permalink | Comments (3)
May 15, 2009
Gallup: More Americans pro-life than pro-choice
May 15, 2009 More Americans "Pro-Life" Than "Pro-Choice" for First Time Also, fewer think abortion should be legal "under any circumstances" by Lydia Saad PRINCETON, NJ -- A new Gallup Poll, conducted May 7-10, finds 51% of Americans calling themselves "pro-life" on the issue of abortion and 42% "pro-choice."...4:03 PM in Pro-Life Issues | Permalink | Comments (2)
May 14, 2009
The Curtis Family in stickers
So, is this adorable or what? Sophia made it for me for Mother's Day - rummaging through a box of old stickers we've had since she was a toddler. Lots of inside jokes - I can't believe she managed to find something to characterize each of my children. My...3:32 PM in Family, Mother's Day | Permalink | Comments (7)
May 13, 2009
Recommended: Family Research Council
Some of you have asked for me to recommend resources for keeping up with the REAL news - as opposed to the MSM daily kiss-up which more closely resembles Entertainment Today than the news we grew up with.The Family Research Council is a reliable Washington watchdog/advocacy group which publishes a...7:40 PM in Activism, Current Affairs, Obama Nation | Permalink | Comments (2)
Les Miserables - MommyLife Summer Reading Club
One of the greatest tales ever told flowed from the pen of writer who didn't flinch before man's misery and sin, but found hope in God's grace and the ability of some to receive it. Victor Hugo's masterpiece Les Miserables explores vital Christian territory - despair vs. hope, condemnation...2:41 PM in Books, Les Miserables Book Study | Permalink | Comments (30)
May 12, 2009
Les Miserables - One Day More
One of my kids asked me a few weeks ago after we went to see a play, why we were seeing a play if we were broke. While I am all about saving money on anything I can possibly save money on, I am also committed to bringing culture...7:30 PM in Music | Permalink | Comments (4)
Day's funniest headline - Obama targets Cheerios
NOW OBAMA ADMIN BATTLES CHEERIOS Seriously, these people are absolutely nuts! (Click the headline for the story.) I've been letting lots of political stuff go because there is just so much to mourn, day after day, as our country is being dismantled and we look forward to galloping inflation,...7:01 PM in Obama Nation | Permalink | Comments (2)
So long dryer, hello clothesline!
Isn't this lovely?!? Remember last year, I wrote about the Clothesline Wars? I don't know about you, but nothing makes me more determined to do something than when someone says I can't (which is How Barbara Got Her Gun, remember?). Well, I did buy my clothesline and clothespins, but...6:33 PM in Downsizing | Permalink | Comments (17)
Mother's Day humor
Okay, so Mother's Day was two days ago - I'm still catching up! This is a video my Big Boyz send me every year (not them performing, but some things are just universal):...8:22 AM in Humor, Mother's Day | Permalink | Comments (8)
Mother of the Year
Thanks to Ceci and Elisabeth, who both sent me the link to my Mother-of-the-Year report: My family loved this! Check it out - Mother's Day may be over, but moms are still making news!...8:15 AM in Fun Stuff, Mother's Day | Permalink | Comments (1)
May 11, 2009
Obama to press: "All of you voted for me"
Don't know if you're keeping up with the news: The White House Correspondents' Dinner - billed this year by ABC as the Adult Prom Night - was full of excitement because this year it wouldn't be Bush forced to make jokes about himself for the entertainment of the MSM,...5:32 PM in Culture Wars, Media Bias, Obama Nation | Permalink | Comments (1)
CatholicVote rocks new pro-life ad
CatholicVotes - which created an ad to run during the Super Bowl, only to be turned down by the major networks - is hoping to raise money to run this ad on the American Idol finale. Dear Friend of CatholicVote - I am writing this from Washington D.C. where...4:07 PM in Catholicism, Pro-Life Issues | Permalink | Comments (4)
Great Depression Cooking with Clara - Peas w/Pasta
I forget who sent me this - I love this sweet lady's taking the time to teach us how they made do during the Depression. It really is a wake-up call for how spoiled we are - even when we think we are cutting back, we are probably eating...2:43 PM in Downsizing, Fun Stuff, Practical Info | Permalink | Comments (3)
May 10, 2009
Mother's Day giveaway winners!
Got back with the five youngest kids from Virginia Beach (Challenger Little League Jamboree) at 5:00 and had a lot of family celebrating to do. While we were gone: Ben and Zach graduated from Liberty on Saturday. Tripp and Matt went to the graduation and brought Sophia and her very...9:05 PM in Mother's Day | Permalink | Comments (2)
May 7, 2009
Mother and Child photo album - Happy Mother's Day to you!
I am very excited! I've been working on a special project - a gift for you for Mother's Day. And I can't wait any longer to give it to you. Besides, if I give it to you early, you can pass it on to other moms too! ~~Mother and Child~~...10:41 PM in Art, Mother's Day, Mothering | Permalink | Comments (18)
On my way to the beach!
And now that I just stirred up a pot of Planned Parenthood stew - and finished my Mother's and Child photo album for my readers - and isn't it interesting that I find myself posting right between two drastically visions of motherhood? I think motherhood is a beautiful thing. And...10:12 PM in Family, My life | Permalink | Comments (3)
What do I have against Planned Parenthood?
A comment from Joules: Perhaps before you start a witch hunt or gather your lynch mob you should do your research. Planned Parenthood offers Family Planning, STD testing as well as educational services. Instead of chastizing them for one of their services why don't you praise them for the...5:24 PM in Planned Parenthood, Pro-Life Issues | Permalink | Comments (45)
Obama Razzle Dazzle and Reality Round-up
While the Washington Press Corps swoons over the First Couple taking a stroll on the White House Lawn or Obama and Biden taking a break from business to motorcade across the bridge for a burger, some real thinkers are still trying to wake up the citizenry to what is...4:24 PM in Media Bias, Obama Nation | Permalink | Comments (0)
Five-finger prayer
Five Finger Prayer ~A lovely way to pray~ . Your thumb is nearest you.. So begin your prayers by praying for those closest to you. They are the easiest to remember. To pray for our loved ones is, as C. S. Lewis once said, a "sweet duty." 2. The next finger is the pointing finger....3:29 PM in Inspiration | Permalink | Comments (1)
Klavan on the Culture: Night of the Living Government
Several readers have me these links - your hubby might like them too: Klavan on the Culture: The Night of the Living Government Klavan on the Culture: Shut Up...2:38 PM in Obama Nation | Permalink | Comments (0)
Notre Dame students respond to Obama - plan alternate events - all invited
Notre Dame students have organized a response to Notre Dame's invitation to Obama. Many events are planned through the weekend of May 16-17. For more information and up-to-the-minute news, go to Notre Dame Response.Also, an update on the Petition DriveTake Action Now and join The Cardinal Newman Society & Catholic Vote.com in...1:13 PM in Obama Nation, Pro-Life Issues | Permalink | Comments (0)
Waterbirth - one mother's story
When Kristy - a dear friend I've met through MommyLife - had her baby last November, I asked her to write about Waterbirth. I'm not surprised it's taken a while since this is Kristy's fourth baby :) And happy to share this with anyone who might be considering Waterbirth themselves:...12:18 PM in Babies, Health | Permalink | Comments (5)
More Ben Sings!
For those who wanted to hear more of my son Ben - see Ben Sings! Balm in Gilead - here is another part of his Senior Recital - an Aaron Copland arrangement. First up, "'Tis a Gift to Be Simple" and "Shall We Gather at the River?" Second part, "The...11:34 AM in Family, Music | Permalink | Comments (3)
Robin's comment
Robin left a comment at my post on Judy Blume's special Mother's Day greeting with a defense of Planned Parenthood. Although she began by asserting:I know you won't post this Barbara. I think you are so small-minded.she then presented some facts which I would have been happy to run -...10:50 AM in Pro-Life Issues | Permalink | Comments (5)
Flip Camera bargain - under $60!
Wow, what a deal! I paid over 120. for mine last year - which I also used to film Ben Sings!. It's black, but with this much savings I could easily be persuaded to get a white one. Just in case you're looking for something to record summer fun....10:49 AM in Bargains | Permalink | Comments (2)
Chicago Tribune 1934 editorial cartoon - Obama/ FDR
PUMA Pundit , who says It is safe to say that the only thing that prevented FDR from taking the USA all the way to the left is WWII, this time I am not sure if we shall be as fortunate.has provided a key to all the characters in the...10:26 AM in Obama Nation | Permalink | Comments (0)
Hand of Hope - Ten Years Later
Ten Years Later, Boy's 'Hand of Hope' Continues to Spark DebateWednesday, May 06, 2009 By Joshua Rhett Miller Nearly 10 years after a stunning photograph of his tiny hand traveled the world, Samuel Armas has a firm grip on what "The Hand of Hope" means to him. "When I see...10:09 AM in Pro-Life Issues | Permalink | Comments (1)
How to remove a tick
Got an email this morning suggesting liquid soap as a tick removal technique - and was all set to pass it on, but on further investigation, I found this at The People's Pharmacy:Liquid Soap Won't Scare Off TickQ. My brother-in-law sent me an email about how to remove ticks. It...8:12 AM in Health, Safety | Permalink | Comments (5)
Judy Blume: celebrate Mother's Day w/donation to Planned Parenthood
Children's Author Judy Blume Seeks Donations to Planned Parenthood Abortion Biz by Steven Ertelt LifeNews.com Editor May 5, 2009 Washington, DC (LifeNews.com) -- Famous children's author Judy Blume is no stranger to controversy, but she's added to herself to a list of people who will be remembered for something more...5:19 AM in Planned Parenthood, Pro-Life Issues, Social Justice | Permalink | Comments (39)
May 6, 2009
Dr. Laura Live! In Praise of Mom - 5/6 ENCORE - ticket giveaway
Still sick - couldn't go to the Dr. Laura event last night, but Nelda went and reports: Hi Barbara, hope you're feeling better. Just wanted to thank you again for gifting me with the Dr. Laura event pass. Although I unfortunately was unable to find any available moms to...9:57 AM in Contest | Permalink | Comments (0)
Mother's Day humor
From Charlene: A man was sick and tired of going to work every day while his wife stayed home. He wanted her to see what he went through so he prayed: 'Dear Lord: I go to work every day and put in 8 hours while my wife merely stays at...9:43 AM in Humor, Mother's Day | Permalink | Comments (3)
May 5, 2009
Breaking news: Obama buys a burger
This is what it's come to:...2:42 PM in Obama Nation | Permalink | Comments (11)
Sick again - and so needing to pull myself together :(
When I was sick last week, I know someone warned me that this whatever-I-have-but-I'm-avoiding-the-flu-word would clear up and then come back worse.Well it has. I am operating at about 20% this morning. And the weather here is cold and clammy. In fact, this started to come on yesterday after I...10:36 AM in My life | Permalink | Comments (11)
Obama's dream Supreme
Some ears are sure to be tickled by this, though it is alarming that for Obama empathy is more important than constitutional law. Funny how Democrats accuse conservatives of racism or profiling. For them, a black Supreme Court justice from a hardscrabble background doesn't qualify as black because he...10:11 AM in Humor, Obama Nation | Permalink | Comments (3)
What is Mom's Work Worth? Mom Salary Wizard tells us
What is Mom's Work Worth?I calculated mine at $157,853But I'm just glad to have a job!Go to Mom Salary Wizard to calculate your potential salary....10:01 AM in Humor, Mother's Day | Permalink | Comments (1)
May 4, 2009
Do you remember the 60s? Joe Cocker at Woodstock truth revealed
Completely random and unrelated to politics or Mother's Day, but it made me laugh out loud - and I'm always grateful for those moments :)I am the sum of my parts, and one of those parts is hippie and we are approaching the 40th anniversary of Woodstock, which I missed...9:56 PM in Humor, Music | Permalink | Comments (5)
Lord, Please Help Me Build a Healthy Child
Lord, Help Me to Build a Healthy Child By: Audrey Jeanne Roberts For it is easier to build a child then to repair an adult. Help me praise more than criticize, encourage more than nag. Discipline, not punish, and model good behavior, Rather than simply demand it. Help me break...9:33 PM in Inspiration, Mother's Day, Mothering | Permalink | Comments (0)
When speaking to children, be gentle
On the other side of laughing at The Mom Song, a wise word for mommies -It's not so much what you say As the manner in which you say it; It's not so much the language you use As the tone in which you convey it. "Come here!" I sharply...4:47 PM in Mothering | Permalink | Comments (2)
Media respect for presidency: stand for Obama, sit for Bush
From Patrick Gavin: Consider these two different reactions from the White House press corps during presidential drop-ins at the White House's James S. Brady Briefing Room: Stop buying mainstream papers and watching mainstream news. Let's hope someday these prejudiced people will be pounding the pavement for new jobs....3:21 PM in Media Bias, Obama Nation | Permalink | Comments (3)
National Day of Prayer - May 7 - Obama response?
From OneNewsNow.com - HT Sue from Buffalo:White House boycott of National Day of Prayer?Associated Press - 5/3/2009 4:20:00 AMvar addthis_pub = 'onenewsnow';COLORADO SPRINGS - Organizers of this week's National Day of Prayer still don't know whether the White House will participate. The event's evangelical character earned it a White House welcome during President George...2:53 PM in Obama Nation | Permalink | Comments (1)
Hey Brad, *you* get a grip!
Someone signing himself Brad just left a comment: Barbara -- You need to get a grip. Purcellville does not want right-wing wackos! Get lost! on a post I wrote In July 2008 about the Blue Ridge Leader. I notice "Brad" is writing from Silver Spring, MD -U.S. Dept. of...2:31 PM in | Permalink | Comments (3)
Down syndrome - mother and child photo album
Two years ago I unveiled a very special Mother's Day photo album, which has continued to grow this year - now with 104 mother/child portraits. You can always find the link to the album in my bottom left sidebar - now with the most recently received photo on the cover: You...8:59 AM in Down syndrome, Mother's Day, Mothering | Permalink | Comments (0)
The Mom Song - William Tell Overture
The original author of The Mom Song is Anita Renfroe, but after 1,5 million views on YouTube, apparently copyright issues have made the original video unavailable. You can find them interspersed in this 10/07 CBS interview with Anita Renfroe....8:39 AM in Humor, Mother's Day, Mothering | Permalink | Comments (1)
Preparing My Heart for Motherhood - 3 book winners
Announcing the three winners of the Preparing My Heart for Motherhood Book Giveaway: Karen E. Charlene Blanchard Laura Brugere Congratulations! Please email me your address and I'll pass it on to Ann. And thanks to Ann for offering these books! If you didn't win, you can find out more...8:29 AM in | Permalink | Comments (0)
May 3, 2009
Musical Goldie-Oldies from Momma C
A little lazy rainy Sunday music history lesson - and don't ask me how I got here. Oh, did someone ask? Well, in that case. . . . I was showing Maddy a YouTube of Brenda Lee, the child prodigy singer whose greatest hits a few years later would include...4:12 PM in Music | Permalink | Comments (0)
Child Safety: tattoos, alarms, GPS tracking, DVD and books
Every parent knows that feeling when you lose sight of your child for an instant in a public place. And the panic that sets in when minutes go by. With 12 kids, I must confess that we've gone through a few losts-and-founds ourselves. What makes it worse is when your...2:32 PM in Safety | Permalink | Comments (5)
Daniel does the Lone Ranger
I had to show you this. My son Daniel - who is 12 and has Down syndrome and some very idiosyncratic behavior (but what kid doesn't? :) - has lately become obsessed with The Lone Ranger, the old TV series which we have on video.After adding a cowboy hat...10:09 AM in Boys, Family | Permalink | Comments (4)
May 2, 2009
Il Divo Mother's Day musical greeting
In case this fits what you would like to say to your mother:...11:27 PM in Mother's Day | Permalink | Comments (0)
Choose Life License Plates now in Virginia
Choose Life Virginia License Plates to be issued on July 1, 2009 The Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles will begin issuing Choose Life license plates on July 1, 2009, using the 481 pre-paid applications submitted by State Senator Ken Cuccinelli.Anticipating fabulous demand for the Choose Life plate, DMV and plate...10:55 PM in Activism, Pro-Life Issues | Permalink | Comments (1)
A Lego a Day
Jane sent me a link to this blog - thanks, Jane!. Mostly for Tripp and the boys, she said. But I think there are a lot of readers and families out there who will get a kick out of A Lego a Day. Three recent entries: Simon always fell...10:41 PM in Art, Fun Stuff, Homeschooling | Permalink | Comments (0)
Obama Doctrine: Hugging Foes, Hurting Friends
I cannot remember a period in my lifetime when the news seemed so much like the undertow that tumbles you over and out to sea. Every day there is so much to grapple with, so many events that would have seemed impossible a year ago: the appointment of tax cheats...10:16 PM in Obama Nation | Permalink | Comments (0)
Dr. Laura Live! In Praise of Mom - 5/5 simulcast - ticket giveaway
Well, I guess when it rains it pours. I have more to give away!DR. LAURA SCHLESSINGER CELEBRATES MOTHER'S DAY WITH "DR. LAURA LIVE! IN PRAISE OF MOM," A LIVE FATHOM EVENT ON MAY 5TH, WHICH TAKES A HEARTWARMING, PERSONAL LOOK AT THE JOYS AND STRUGGLES OF MOTHERHOODAmerica's top female radio...4:31 PM in Contest | Permalink | Comments (4)
How to Be an Artist - poster
I saw this poster today in the art room at Stonebridge High, where Maddy was singing in the Loudoun's Got Talent competition. I loved it so much I came home and looked it up - Amazon has it!. Great gift idea for an artist of any sort - I...3:16 PM in Art | Permalink | Comments (0)
Abortion support declining in U.S.
Interesting: as the most pro-abortion president ever hammers home his pro-abortion agenda - even while deceitfully saying he is willing to listen to all sides - the American public is turning in the opposite direction: New Pew Poll Shows Support for Legal Abortion Drops to Lowest Level in 15 Yearsby...9:20 AM in Obama Nation, Pro-Life Issues | Permalink | Comments (5)
May 1, 2009
MommyLife - spread the word!
Do you like MommyLife? If you do, please spread the word to your friends, women's groups and Bible studies. Also, if you're a busy blogger mom with less time to post - there are seasons to motherhood, after all - you can count on MommyLife as a source. I sift...10:39 PM in Shameless self-promotion | Permalink | Comments (3)
Preparing My Heart for Motherhood - book giveaway!
Remember last month I gave away some books by my friend Ann Stewart? Well, she has three more to give away in honor of Mother's Day - so leave your comments here and I will draw 3 winners at 9am Monday morning. Ann has some great insights into the...9:13 PM in Contest | Permalink | Comments (20)
Dr. Laura book winners!
I was out all afternoon and evening. Tripp was posting comments for me and I was thinking of you all and eager to get home and do the raffle - and if you didn't win, I have some other things coming up, so keep checking in. There were 75 comments. ...8:51 PM in Contest | Permalink | Comments (4)
Obama's primetime ratings slide
Hmmm. Do you think we'll have forced viewing next time?April 30, 2009Obama's ratings slide: press conference down 29% Audience interest in Barack Obama's news conferences seems to be falling, with Wednesday's press event drawing the president's smallest primetime audience since his inauguration. The telecast to mark Obama's 100th day in...11:21 AM in Obama Nation | Permalink | Comments (1)
The Obamas: branding, image - and a groupie press corps
I've been ignoring a lot of the stories involving White House glamor and hypocrisy and the ridiculously sycophantic Washington press corps, but perhaps you all in flyover country aren't hearing this stuff, so here's a little round-up:First Lady Michelle Obama steps out in Lanvin sneakers and they're only $540!BY Amy...10:51 AM in Media Bias, Obama Nation | Permalink | Comments (3)
Gardasil and HPV warning - get the facts, assert your rights
[If you have a daughter but little time to read, skip to the last YouTube to be informed about the unnecessary dangers of Gardasil - and why it's not a wise choice for your family. Or any family, really.] No matter what your political persuasion - or even your feelings...8:43 AM in Activism, Big Pharma, Health, Parental Rights, Teens and Tweens | Permalink | Comments (7)
