January 2010
January 30, 2010
Palin on Obama's State of the Union message
So wise. God has truly blessed us in these troubled times with some women's vision and voices to delineate the simple truth: The Emperor Has No Clothes. Palin reacts to Obama's State of the Presidency Union address on her Facebook Page: The Credibility Gap While I don't wish to speak...11:22 PM in Obama Nation, Sarah Palin | Permalink | Comments (3)
Books to help prepare for a new sibling
Hi Barbara - Enjoyed your first monthly e-mail and knew that you would be a good person to ask for recommendations of books to help prepare a child for a new sibling! I know there are many books on the subject, but obviously, some are going to be better than...10:56 PM in Books, Mothering | Permalink | Comments (5)
5 year old Savannah's 911 call saves dad's life
Bonnie Hunt elaborates on her show, adding a funny typically female sequence: Good time to remind everyone: Teach your child to call 911 Great book - proven to be effective - used opies have gone up in price, though:...10:49 PM in Good news, Humor, Safety | Permalink | Comments (0)
O'Reilly on Tebow ad
In which Bill O'Reilly asks Jemhu Greene, President of the Women's Media Center (which we may assume operates as a censorship bureau) "Are you offended that Tim Tebow is alive?!?" and Jemhu appears to be unsure:...10:37 PM in Pro-Life Issues, Tebow | Permalink | Comments (0)
Florida Quarterback Tebow: virgin and proud of it!
Rerun from August 6, 2009. Timely as ever:Florida Quarterback Tebow Leaves Reporters Speechless: "Yes I am" Saving Myself for MarriageAlso says he is grateful that his mother's story has helped women choose not to have an abortionBy John JalsevacJuly 30, 2009 (LifeSiteNews.com) - Last week Florida Gators Quarterback Tim Tebow's...10:29 PM in Pro-Life Issues, Tebow | Permalink | Comments (2)
Super Bowl Tebow ad controversy and leftist hypocrisy
This Super Bowl Tebow ad controversy just goes to show you that the Left is not pro-choice - it is pro-death and pro-censorship of anything wholesome and meaningful. Witness how they writhe when confronted with a simple pro-life message, duly bought and paid for. And kudos to CBS because last...10:13 PM in Liberal Hypocrisy, Pro-Life Issues, Tebow | Permalink | Comments (2)
Richmond prepares for snow
From Richmond.com, via Bruce:Snow is Coming! Karri Peifer Published: January 27, 2010 According to the Richmond Times-Dispatch and every meteorologist in town, Richmond is going to get a nice snowfall this weekend ... up to a foot, some people say. The snow is supposed to start as early as Friday...1:27 PM in Humor | Permalink | Comments (3)
Planned Parenthod pushes children's "sexual rights"
New IPPF Document Pushes Adolescent "Sexual Rights" January 28, 2010 By Samantha Singson In its new report "Stand and Deliver," the International Planned Parenthood Federation (IPPF) is demanding that governments, religious institutions and society at large provide "comprehensive sexuality education" for children as young as ten years old. In...1:21 PM in Planned Parenthood, Pro-Life Issues, Propaganda | Permalink | Comments (6)
G. K. Chesterton on children
I doubt if anyone of any tenderness or imagination can see the hand of a child and not be a little frightened of it. It is awful to think of the essential human energy moving so tiny a thing; it is like imagining that human nature could live in...12:37 PM in Inspiration | Permalink | Comments (0)
Reviving the Constitution - homeschooling resource
Plowing through my email. This sold-out event - which comes highly recommended by "A Mac and a Mug o' Joe" will be available for free afterwards. Great homeschooling material! Also, when I say homeschooling material, I also mean material for families with kids in public schools to supplement their kids'...11:36 AM in Conservative resources, Homeschooling | Permalink | Comments (0)
Atheists blast Post Office for Mother Teresa stamp
So sad that atheists are filled with such bitterness and intolerance. I suppose the GLBT community will be up in arms on this one too: Atheist Group Blasts Postal Service for Mother Teresa Stamp Thursday, January 28, 2010 By Diane Macedo The Mother Teresa Stamp is set to be...11:30 AM in Catholicism, Christian Persecution, Culture Wars, Liberal Hypocrisy | Permalink | Comments (3)
Church signs- drive-by truths
Ann sent me some funny church signs and I tracked most of them down to Faster Pastor and his Wayside Pulpit. Here are a few: Paul Sinclair - the Faster Pastor - is publishing a book of his signs later this year:...9:14 AM in Humor | Permalink | Comments (1)
January 28, 2010
Maddy Sings for Haiti sells out- 2nd show added
Franklin Park announces: Maddy Sings For Haiti- NEW SHOW ADDED 6PM SATURDAY Jan 30 Maddy Sings for Haiti New Show Added at 6pm on Saturday!Saturday, Jan 30, 8 pm-SOLD OUT!! Sixteen-year-old Maddy Curtis, a junior at LVHS and a Bluemont resident will sing to raise funds for Haiti in its time of...7:56 PM in Family, Loudoun County, Music, Obama Nation, Purcellville | Permalink | Comments (3)
PETA targets Groundhog Day and Punxatawney Phil
PETA wants to replace famous groundhog Punxsutawney Phil with an animatronic replicaJanuary 27, 2010 | 8:44 pmIf there's one organization that loves animatronic technology more than Disney, it's definitely People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals. The controversial animal-rights group -- which just a few months back asked the University of...7:10 PM in Liberal Hypocrisy | Permalink | Comments (5)
Groundhog Day February 2
For the past 16 years, February 2 has been one of our family's favorite holidays. No, we've never been to Gobbler's Knob in Punxsutawney or seen old Punxsutawney Phil - the groundhog with the all-important shadow - in person. I keep promising we'll do it next year. This year...6:44 PM in Holidays, Humor, Movies | Permalink | Comments (6)
Critical thinking - in the elementary years
This isn't just for homeschooling families, but all parents who want to raise children who think for themselves. In response to my archived post on Critical Thinking with recommendations for older kids, some moms wanted to know how to help their younger kids develop critical thinking skills. I'm so glad...6:32 PM in Homeschooling | Permalink | Comments (0)
Critical Thinking - teaching kids to think for themselves
Funny how some nonbelievers think that Christians are mindless robots. I actually see evidence daily that it takes a lot of critical thinking skills to overcome the forces of social engineering (media, music, movies) that have convinced the masses that tradition is bad and that homosexuality, abortion, and promiscuity is...6:20 PM in Homeschooling, Teens and Tweens | Permalink | Comments (2)
Be back soon
I like to start my day blogging while I drink my coffee - it kinda feels like women over the backyard fence. There is nothing I would like more than to discuss the State of the President message last night. Also how disappointing American Idol has been the past...8:45 AM in My life | Permalink | Comments (6)
January 27, 2010
State of the Union Bingo cards
Paula left this as a comment, but I wanted to highlight it for you. I've printed out my family's Bingo cards for tonight's State of the Union State of Obama message. She found them at Chris Baker's website. He writes: P-BO Bingo Cards! Wednesday 01-27-2010 10:53am CT It's the...3:14 PM in Humor, Obama Nation | Permalink | Comments (3)
Loudoun benefit: Maddy Sings for Haiti
The Saturday concert is coming together beautifully, thanks to the hard work of good friend/author/speaker/singer/and now producer Ann Stewart. Make your reservations now as the house is filling fast. We may have to add a second performance - will keep you informed. The program will include 11 songs by Maddy,...2:25 PM in Haiti, Loudoun County, Music, Opportunities to give, Purcellville | Permalink | Comments (1)
Mother Teresa quotes - Part 1
The wisdom of Mother Teresa Be faithful in small things because it is in them that your strength lies. Do not think that love, in order to be genuine, has to be extraordinary. What we need is to love without getting tired. Do not wait for leaders; do it...1:58 PM in Inspiration | Permalink | Comments (2)
WorldVision report on Haiti
World Vision is the designated charity for Maddy's fundraiser Saturday at Franklin Park - which btw, is filling up fast so phone in your reservations to 540-338-7973. They may have to add a second show, so pray for Maddy's voice and stamina.If you are unable to participate for geographical reasons,...1:44 PM in Haiti, Opportunities to give | Permalink | Comments (1)
Obama says "I" 132 times in 1/22 Ohio speech
Pretty funny! And sad, too. Titled "You Probably Think This Speech Is About You" That's our narcissist/campaigner/Alinsky-agitator in chief! Younger readers may miss the reference to Carly Simon's song "You're So Vain" . . . you probably think this song is about you....10:12 AM in Humor, Liberal Hypocrisy, Obama Nation | Permalink | Comments (6)
No tie shoelaces, lock laces, curly laces for kids
For kids with developmental challenges - like my four boys with Down syndrome - moms are always looking for ways to help them be more independent. Jonny is now tying his shoes. Daniel is learning. Jesse currently just can't seem to focus on the intricacies involved. Justin is ready to...9:01 AM in Disabilities | Permalink | Comments (14)
How to Save a Life - The Fray
Grateful for my adult kids who've taught me about Indie. Just think: If I'd stopped having kids at a reasonable age, i would have missed so much wonderful music. One of my favorites - How to Save a Life: I'll always love this song....1:32 AM in Music | Permalink | Comments (3)
New to MommyLife? Welcome!
If you like MommyLife, don't forget to sign up for my email list in the right sidebar! Periodically I do a little update for readers new to this site - and since I have visitors dropping in for one particular post, I'm thinking now might be a good time to...12:37 AM in Shameless self-promotion | Permalink | Comments (7)
January 26, 2010
Maddy Curtis benefit for Haiti - January 30 - Franklin Park
Just sent this via my Constant Contact service - it took me a while to learn how to do this :)For some reason, the middle part font is not showing up here - just run your mouse over it to see. If you're interested in receiving my Email blasts, please...3:52 PM in Family, Haiti, Loudoun County, Music, Opportunities to give, Purcellville | Permalink | Comments (5)
Loudoun weather: Red sunrise, snow in the afternoon
This is so crazy. Yesterday the morning started out unusually warm with pouring rain and flooded creeks. At noon the sun came out and the temperature climbed to 60 degrees here. Cold last night, then a brilliant, brilliant red sunrise - looking out our front door - reflected on...3:13 PM in Inspiration, Loudoun County | Permalink | Comments (4)
Majority of Americans view abortion as wrong
Consider for a moment that in the Roe v. Wade era, ultrasound did not exist. Playing music to your baby in the womb was not on anyone's radar. People were brainwashed by feminist rhetoric - "pro-choice sounds so different than the actual reality of profit-driven Planned Parenthood's abortion industry...10:07 AM in Conservatism, Planned Parenthood, Pro-Life Issues | Permalink | Comments (2)
The FCC's war on broadcasting - Obama's next takeover?
The Federal Communications Commission has a senior official who argues in favor of imposing "new regulations on broadcasters that will make broadcasting unprofitable." Another official claims "freedom of speech or the press . . . is all too often an exaggeration." What exactly is going on at the FCC? Read...9:27 AM in Liberal Hypocrisy, Obama Nation, Oppression | Permalink | Comments (1)
Haiti calls off rescue efforts, survivor pulled from rubble after 11 days
I'll tell you, these Israelis are the kind of people we should want to keep as friends and allies. Their performance in Haiti has been very impressive: During the day, January 22, 2010, an IDF search and rescue team in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, rescued a 22 year old man, who had...9:10 AM in Disasters, Haiti, Prayer needs | Permalink | Comments (0)
USNS Comfort saving lives in Haiti
Chris Arsenault alerted us - via a comment on yesterday's Israeli Field Hospital - that the USNS Comfort has arrived in Haiti. Here's news to share with your children, so they can see how the US responds to help. Please remember you are not helping your children by shielding...8:46 AM in Disasters, Good news, Haiti | Permalink | Comments (0)
Sleep Sound in Jesus - Michael Card's lullabies
So grateful for my readers! You add so much to the information flow here. Thanks for your comments and emails - which often make me feel like we're brainstorming together on how to bring more to our motherhood. Erin left a comment on my post last night about Family...8:23 AM in Babies, Inspiration, Music | Permalink | Comments (9)
January 25, 2010
Loudoun: debate judges needed
Something I enjoy participating in - and you may too: Dear Friends and Family, Tournament season will officially kick off this week in Sterling with Region IV coming together to compete in various speech and debate events. Our club here in Purcellville is hosting this event with approximately 170 competitors...11:08 PM in Loudoun County, Opportunities to give | Permalink | Comments (0)
IDF Israeli field hospital - newborn named Israel
The Israeli Field hospital was built in 8 hours in Haiti and serves 500 patients per day. These people are doing a phenomenal job: First newborn after earthquake - named Israel in honor of the Israeli Field Hospital See also ZAKA in Haiti. Thanks to Mike Adams - whom I...10:41 PM in Disasters, Good news, Haiti | Permalink | Comments (1)
A family blessing for your children each morning
As a mom, I know the feeling of being overwhelmed by all the things I want to do better. Sometimes looking at the big picture can be paralyzing - you just don't know where to start. My advice is to just try making small changes here and there. When it...9:02 PM in Inspiration, Mothering, Preschoolers, Spiritual education, Teens and Tweens | Permalink | Comments (6)
20 great reasons to homeschool
Don't get me wrong. I am fond of Loudoun Public Schools and grateful for some truly wonderful teachers. But I did spend 10 years homeschooling, and there are a lot of great reasons. Bottom line: follow where God leads: HT: Shannon...7:21 PM in Homeschooling, Humor, Inspiration | Permalink | Comments (0)
Don't forget MommyLife giveaways
See that Product Review and Giveway button to the left? You need to remember to click it to check for new giveaways!!...4:19 PM in | Permalink | Comments (2)
Obama: Agitator-in-Chief vows to "fight" for America
Since Scott Brown's incredible upset of "The Kennedy Seat" in Massachusetts, Obama seems to have suffered an even great break with reality than ever. Rather than behaving as Commander-in-Chief, Our Glorious Leader has spent the past year presenting himself as Apologizer-in-Chief, Campaigner-in-Chief, Party-Guy-in-Chief, Big-Spender-in-Chief . . . . and...3:14 PM in Obama Nation | Permalink | Comments (1)
Flight attendant makes a difference for military
Secret pleasure: reading People in doctors' offices. Which is how I found this amazing article about a flight attendant who uses her airtime to bless our military with thanks and inspiration from passengers and to bless those passengers with an unexpected opportunity to express their gratitude:...10:39 AM in Everyday Heroes, Military matters | Permalink | Comments (4)
Catholic Bishops: stop abortion funding, protect conscience!
I am proud of the consistent commitment of the leaders of the Catholic Church to pro-life values. Shame on Catholics who claim to be Catholic and who support abortion - and worse, the enforced paying for and providing of abortions by those of us who will continue to resist the...10:19 AM in Catholicism, Health, Obama Nation, Pro-Life Issues | Permalink | Comments (0)
Taylor Mali: Totally, like whatever, you know?
Thanks to Molly for sending me this from First Things: Typography from Ronnie Bruce on Vimeo. Here's a transcript of Totally like whatever, you know? by Taylor Mali And Taylor Mali performing: This is a good one to share with your teens - and a reminder to raise the...9:46 AM in Humor | Permalink | Comments (3)
"Call me Senator': Colonel Jessep responds to Barbara Boxer
As a follow-up to my last entry, Boxer, Feinstein, Pelosi - CA's Macbeth witches?...9:13 AM in Humor, Liberal Hypocrisy, Military matters, Obama Nation | Permalink | Comments (1)
Boxer, Feinstein, Pelosi - CA's Macbeth witches?
Having lived in California for 30 years - and knowing the history of the three women in question, I couldn't agree more with the following analysis: "Frankly, I don't know what it is about California, but we seem to have a strange urge to elect really obnoxious women to...9:03 AM in Liberal Hypocrisy, Military matters | Permalink | Comments (0)
News round up
I am grateful to readers for drawing my attention to some of these: Priceless! President Barack Obama, accompanied by Education Secretary Arne Duncan, speaks to the media after a discussion with 6th grade students at Graham Road Elementary School in Falls Church, Va., Tuesday, Jan. 19, 2010. And why the...8:43 AM in Liberal Hypocrisy, Obama Nation | Permalink | Comments (0)
Born again American
From my Inbox this morning: [Note: Received the following information immediately upon publishing this bait-and-switch tactic by a figure with a history of aggressive anti-Americanism - in terms of ACLU-type attacking of traditional Judeo-Christian values and institutions like the Boy Scouts of America: Born Again American is an initiative...6:43 AM in Liberal Hypocrisy | Permalink | Comments (2)
January 24, 2010
Steyn on Obama: Too much of a bad thing
January 23, 2010 12:07 AMToo Much of a Bad ThingWho's panting for Obama speech number 412? Exactly no one.By Mark SteynSo what went wrong? According to Barack Obama, the problem is he overestimated you dumb rubes' ability to appreciate what he's been doing for you. "That I do think...8:33 AM in Obama Nation | Permalink | Comments (3)
January 22, 2010
Quote for the day: Katherine Anne Porter
Childhood is the fiery furnace in which we are melted down to essentials and that essential shaped for good. ~Katherine Anne Porter Spotted at Tales from the Bonny Blue House....5:43 PM in Mothering | Permalink | Comments (1)
Rasmussen: Obama approval index -18
Read analysis here.Can't help but wonder why he isn't getting the message. . . ....5:39 PM in Obama Nation | Permalink | Comments (1)
Missed the March for Life - please send pictures!
For the first time in five years, I did not go to the March for Life. I've had a sore throat the past few days, we were having the notorious DC "wintry mix" which means anything and everything from snow to sleet to ice pellets, and we are leaving...5:26 PM in My life | Permalink | Comments (5)
Obama - Campaigner in Chief in parallel universe
This man is truly unbelievable. He never stops campaigning. Wind him up and he's crusading once again as though he were a populist rather than a self-indulgent Big Spender who's created the job loss in this country. If he truly listened to "the people," he would not have scorned the...4:43 PM in Liberal Hypocrisy, Obama Nation | Permalink | Comments (3)
Haiti miracle rescues - stories you want to share with your children
Against all odds, we are still seeing stories of survivors in Haiti - and news reporters speaking in hushed tones, acknowledging faith and miracles. I especially encourage parents to share these stories with your children (See Helping kids make sense of Haiti). They will hear many languages - explain...10:50 AM in Everyday Heroes, Haiti, Inspiration, Miracles | Permalink | Comments (1)
Alarm clocks for heavy sleepers
I find the most interesting stuff browsing through the things readers order through my Amazon link. Rest assured, I can't see who buys stuff - and I browse to see what's new. The Clocky Clock below - which comes in a number of colors - is new to me....8:34 AM in Product Reviews | Permalink | Comments (1)
Pope Benedict XVI: Christian unity, Catholics and Christ
Just a little over two years ago, I announced that I was joining the Catholic Church - which set off an unexpected maelstrom that left me with fewer readers, a state of emotional turmoil, and a husband so determined to find the truth that he spent many months reading...12:10 AM in Catholicism | Permalink | Comments (7)
January 21, 2010
Hitler Finds Out Scott Brown Won MA Senate Seat
Hilarious For anyone new to this, this Hitler series is a virtual franchise - just search Hitler Finds Out at YouTube for everything from Harry Potter to Sarah Palin to USC beating Ohio State. Can't vouch for the language, though. HT: Wendy...11:49 AM in Humor, Obama Nation | Permalink | Comments (8)
Hope: Haiti MD shelters 100 patients
I learned so much from reading the Fickinger Family's reports on the character of the Haitian people. Here is an example of their generosity and self-sacrifice: Women sing as they wait to be treated for injuries caused by an earthquake in Port-au-Prince, Haiti Friday, Jan. 15, 2010. About 100...11:04 AM in Disasters, Everyday Heroes, Good news, Haiti | Permalink | Comments (0)
DeMille and Truman: We need God's law
American Minute for January 21st: He produced epic films in Hollywood for almost five decades and started Paramount Pictures. His name was Cecil B. DeMille and he died JANUARY 21, 1959. His best-known films include: Samson and Delilah, The Ten Commandments and The Greatest Show on Earth, for which...9:03 AM in Conservative resources, Entertainment, Homeschooling, Inspiration, Movies | Permalink | Comments (1)
January 20, 2010
CNN on Pelosi: "What a horrible woman!"
Her extravagance is truly a disgrace. The Scott Brown tsunami is headed her way: From CNN - maybe the tide's truly turning!...10:45 PM in Animal Farm book study, Government Corruption, Liberal Hypocrisy | Permalink | Comments (4)
Haiti hope: Dad survives 65 hours under rubble, gives glory to God
Times like this make me grateful 10 times over that I am a believer: Visit msnbc.com for breaking news, world news, and news about the economy Thanks be to God for this incredible testimony! HT: Becky...1:06 PM in Disasters, Good news, Haiti, Inspiration | Permalink | Comments (3)
All cultures equal?
In this age where public school students are brainwashed to apologize for their country and believe that all cultures are equal, I'd like to see teachers bringing in articles like this for class discussion: Saudi girl, 13, sentenced to 90 lashes after she took a mobile phone to school 20th...11:16 AM in Islam issues, Obama Nation, Terrorism | Permalink | Comments (4)
Brown wins! Hope for America
No, he's not a savior, but this historic and breathtaking victory means the Democrat stranglehold on the northeast of our nation is now broken and we can begin to have a rational discussion based on policies and ideas rather than old loyalties and feelings. More and more people are refusing...11:01 AM in Activism, Conservatism, Good news, Obama Nation, Tea Party USA | Permalink | Comments (1)
Breaking the Catholic/Democrat connection
This came in as a comment from Katharine Grubb who blogs at 10 Minute Writer. It goes a long way toward explaining what up until now has been a northeastern stranglehold of the Democrat party on Catholics they no longer serve. Yes, Democrats long ago accomplished some societal good, but...10:43 AM in Conservatism, Government Corruption, Obama Nation | Permalink | Comments (4)
Helping kids make sense of Haiti
Published at Crosswalk today: Helping Kids Make Sense of Haiti Barbara Curtis Crosswalk.com Contributor When disaster strikes, a parent's first thought may be to protect their children from the dreadful news, the staggering numbers, the overwhelming questions. To think of the loss in Haiti hurts our grownup hearts. Would you...10:30 AM in Disasters, Haiti, Montessori, Mothering | Permalink | Comments (1)
Haiti charities: choosing wisely
No surprise that the White House is touting Obama's response to Haiti as "unprecedented" - their favorite word for all things Obama. But please use caution before contributing money to anything ending in .gov - We all know how inefficient our government is at delivering the goods. And it...9:41 AM in Disasters, Haiti, Opportunities to give | Permalink | Comments (16)
Hope: Haiti adoptees finally home
Adopted kids make it 'home'Ordeal in Haiti ends in open arms By Lydia X. McCoy January 20, 2010 12:12 a.m. Sarah Olson held her 3-year-old son, Isaiah, tight and showered him with kisses when he arrived in Evansville on Tuesday afternoon. "Unbelievable," she said as she clung to her...9:24 AM in Adoption, Disasters, Good news, Haiti | Permalink | Comments (1)
January 19, 2010
Haiti: recommended charities
Following further research and input from readers, this post has been revised and expanded, including information on how to research charities. Please see: Haiti charities: choosing wisely...2:46 PM in Disasters, Haiti, Opportunities to give | Permalink | Comments (15)
Anyone from Massachusetts voted yet?
I hear voters are flocking to the polls in spite of bad weather. . . . also that Democrats trying to bus voters in to vote for Coakley are being waved away by Democrats who say No, we're voting for Brown! From Politico: Finger-pointing begins for Democratic insiders. You...12:48 PM in Activism, Conservatism, Obama Nation, Tea Party USA | Permalink | Comments (9)
Bush not to blame for mortgage crisis
You know how Obama is constantly blaming Bush for everything? And how the media have been happy to give Our Glorious Leader a pass when he lies? The truth is that in 2003 Bush tried to avoid the housing meltdown but was stymied by people like Barney Frank and...10:37 AM in Obama Nation | Permalink | Comments (0)
Parental Rights amendment - Michael Farris update
An Update from Michael Farris 19 January 2010 Dear Champion of Parental Rights, In Minnesota, "Jaime" was shocked to learn she needed her 11-year-old daughter's permission to access the daughter's medical records or contact a physician about the girl's health. The doctor hides behind a federal law as the...9:17 AM in Oppression, Parental Rights | Permalink | Comments (0)
January 18, 2010
The most miserable day of the year?
Feeling depressed? Welcome to Blue Monday - officially the most miserable day of the yearJanuary 18, 2010If you think life is a grind and you'd rather be doing anything other than going to work, you're not alone. Today is officially Blue Monday - the most miserable day of the...8:12 PM in My life | Permalink | Comments (10)
Barbara's Book Study: The Return of the Prodigal Son
You will love this book! Henri Nouwen is well known to Catholic readers, but I discovered this gem as an evangelical 12 years ago. It is an elegantly spare book with profound insights into the relationships involved in the biblical story and how they are reflected within each individual....6:49 PM in Books, Inspiration | Permalink | Comments (11)
Putting kids in touch with their feelings
I love this poster by Jim Borgman: I bought mine 18 years ago and had it laminated. It's been giving us a more objective perspective ever since :) A great resource for developing emotional intelligence in your kids. Kids do better when they have a label to put on...6:40 PM in Mothering, Preschoolers | Permalink | Comments (4)
Babies - the movie
Can't wait to see this! Opening April 16, 2010: See more at Focus Features...5:44 PM in Babies, Movies | Permalink | Comments (3)
NC women deliver 2 babies in Haiti
It isn't that easy finding stories of hope from Haiti as the media concentrate on the hopelessness. But we need to look for them to share with our children: width=330; height=280; wral_insert_video_player_6825581(width,height); HT: Rebecca...4:47 PM in Disasters, Haiti, Opportunities to give, Prayer | Permalink | Comments (2)
Haiti - insights from former missionary kid - Greta's brother
A must-read. Third of a series from the Fickinger Family - Greta, her parents Ted and Carol, and now older brother Simon. Earthquake in Haiti When my sister first suggested that I write down some of my thoughts about the situation in Haiti immediately following the cataclysmic earthquake on the...4:03 PM in Disasters, Haiti, Opportunities to give, Prayer needs | Permalink | Comments (1)
Haiti - insights from former missionaries
Haiti before the earthquake: Greta's parents left a comfortable lifestyle in their middle years to work providing medical services to the people of Haiti. They lived among the people they served with the same lifestyle. Greta told me she knew other missionary families who lived in big houses with all...3:44 PM in Haiti | Permalink | Comments (0)
Greta's insights on Haiti - the people and prayer
I've known Greta for four years, though we only met face to face two years ago when I went out to visit her in Seattle when she was expecting her second child. We sat and talked for hours, and she shared with me her upbringing in Haiti as the...2:28 PM in Haiti | Permalink | Comments (1)
January 17, 2010
Brown v. Coakley in Massachusetts
I've been out of the loop since January 1 and slowly picking up steam at blogging again. It doesn't help that there is so much going on at home. Since Maddy's appearance on American Idol, we've gotten tons of emails and Facebook messages. First of all, please know I...8:53 PM in Conservatism, Good news, Obama Nation | Permalink | Comments (5)
"Book Report" from "You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown!"
Love the psychological profiles here: Anyone identify closely with one in particular?"Book Report"...5:15 PM in Fun Stuff, Music | Permalink | Comments (2)
Obama's oratory: a failure to connect
Quote of the week from Michael Gerson: Whatever happened to Obama's oratory? People once thought Obama could sound eloquent reading the phone book. Now, it often sounds as though he is. In context: In Obama's running seminar, a flawed thesis and flawed antithesis are always resolved by the synthesis of...4:39 PM in Obama Nation | Permalink | Comments (2)
Carrots, eggs & coffee beans - inspiration
A bit of inspiration from my next door neighbor:Carrots, Eggs & Coffee BeansA certain daughter complained to her father about her life and how things have been so hard for her. She did not know how she was going to make it and she wanted to give up. She was...4:18 PM in Inspiration | Permalink | Comments (3)
January 16, 2010
Haiti: toddler boy rescued from rubble
I've been been longing for a story we could grab onto for hope. Grab a kleenex and rejoice with one mom: Haiti earthquake: Miracle boy plucked from rubble of his house two days after disaster Amid the horror and devastation in Haiti, there were stories too of hope and joy...5:55 PM in Disasters, Haiti | Permalink | Comments (4)
Whose Christmas tree is still up?
Just wondering because ours is. Not a needle on the floor. I don't know how we lucked out this year, but we have a tree that looks good to go for at least another month! Before you go getting jealous though, you should know I've paid my dues. One...4:18 PM in Christmas, My life | Permalink | Comments (13)
January 15, 2010
Subscribe to MommyLife
My gmail contact list has become overwhelming as gmail evidently grabs addresses not only for those who write me but also any other recipients. In an attempt to avoid sending unwanted mail, I have finally figured out how to get subscribers who want to hear from me signed up...8:16 PM in Blogging | Permalink | Comments (2)
Happy Birthday, MommyLife!
In the excitement over Maddy's American Idol adventure, I forgot to anticipate my Blog Birthday. So here I am - after my "unprecedented" (to use a favorite White House word) 11-day blog hiatus - getting back into the swing of things when I realize it's actually January 15th and...2:28 PM in Family, My life | Permalink | Comments (16)
New MommyLife Widget - spread the word!
I know many of you had a MommyLife widget as a resource for your readers. SpringWidgets has suddenly gone out of business, so I've made a new one at WidgetBox. You can click below the content feed to pick up the code for whatever works for your blogging/Facebook platform....12:34 PM in Blogging | Permalink | Comments (0)
Tolkein, Catholicism and Lord of the Rings
I read The Lord of the Rings for the first time in 1966. I was 18 years old. I've read the trilogy several times since, Tripp has read it aloud to our children and they've each read it more than once on their own. It is a family favorite,...10:07 AM in Books, Catholicism, Choosing Children's Literature series | Permalink | Comments (4)
David After Dentist
In case you missed this - which may be hard to believe since it has nearly 50,000 hits on YouTube: I guess this is what happens when Mom can't take someone to the dentist :) And everything David said sounded so real and unfiltered - aren't kids great?...10:02 AM in Fathers, Humor | Permalink | Comments (1)
Real Hope for Haiti - an inside view of the earthquake aftermath
My dear friend Greta, who grew up in Haiti is - along with her missionary parents - writing something to help us comprehend and know how to best help and to pray for the people of Haiti. In the meantime, I went looking for some real news - not...6:50 AM in Disasters, Haiti, Opportunities to give, Prayer needs | Permalink | Comments (1)
January 13, 2010
Maddy Curtis on American Idol
[2/9 Update: American Idol: Maddy Curtis cut in Hollywood Week] Hello to all my wonderful readers! I've missed you.As many of you now know, Maddy tried out for American Idol in Boston last June and made it through all the rounds to the judges, who voted unanimously to send her to...10:27 AM in Big families, Down syndrome, Family, Music, My life | Permalink | Comments (145)
January 1, 2010
How to Fix Congress - Congressional Reform Act of 2010
From A Mac and a Mug o'Joe - sounds like a great solution, But how can we make it happen when the Little Piggies (think Animal Farm) are in charge? THIS IS HOW YOU FIX CONGRESS! I am sending this to virtually all my close friends and relatives and that...4:16 PM in 9-12 Moms, Mommy Patriots | Permalink | Comments (2)
Happy New Year!
Happy New Year to you and yours! Click below for a special greeting to share with your children:...3:25 PM in | Permalink | Comments (0)
Obama's terror non-response: Our nation at risk
Is Obama truly delusional or just unable/unwilling to shift from his Global Messiah role to effectively defend the people who - regrettably - put him in office and are paying for his lavish lifestyle? And what's with the jacket/no tie look? Calculated to send us the message that this wasn't...2:34 PM in Islam issues, Obama Nation, Terrorism | Permalink | Comments (0)
Avatar - brief review
Brief because there's really not much to say. My kids took me to see Avatar Tuesday night. And btw, you know you've turned a corner in parenting when your children are taking you to movies rather than the other way around - although Tripp and I are still in the...12:13 AM in Movies | Permalink | Comments (4)
