July 2010
July 31, 2010
Time cover: Taliban maim Afghan women
Aisha Aisha, 18, was dragged from her home by the Taliban after running away from her husband. Despite her pleas that her in-laws had been abusive, that they treated her like a slave, that she had no choice but to escape, a Taliban commander said that she must be...6:50 PM in Islam issues | Permalink | Comments (7)
Vietnam Wall - Virtual Memorial
From Martha:Vietnam Wall First click on a state. When it opens, scroll down to the city and the names will appear. Then click on their names. It should show you a picture of the person, or at least their bio and medals. This really is an amazing web site. Someone...6:34 PM in Military matters | Permalink | Comments (0)
David Copperfield reads minds over the Internet
Speaking of how naive I can be, this recently came in via email: I tried it four times and every time he was right! It was only when I was looking for a format to send it that I stumbled across the explanation. A true duh moment. If there...6:08 PM in Fun Stuff | Permalink | Comments (5)
Phoenix AZ Immigration Summit - Live Stream
Nick of BulletPeople is broadcasting the Phoenix Immigration summit now. The rally with Sheriff Joe Arpaio is at 6 p.m. Arizona time, 9 p.m. EDT. Fascinating stuff from people on the scene in Arizona: LiveStream Live Broadcasting by Ustream...3:57 PM in Illegal Immigration | Permalink | Comments (0)
Moms (and Dads) - How are you taking a stand?
From my Inbox today: Hi Barbara- I just wanted to pass on a quick note to say thank you for all the work you put into your blog for all of us. Yesterday something clicked within me and I turned from a person who watches things happen to someone who...3:22 PM in 2010 elections, Activism, Conservatism, Mommy Patriots | Permalink | Comments (1)
Daily Caller exposes Journolist news cover-up and hatred
A big story I haven't mentioned, but hope you are aware of: The expose of Journolist, a private email group populated with the "elites" of reporting. Somehow Daily Caller received the private email discussions which demonstrate - past all possibility of denial - what we have known all along:...9:39 AM in Media Bias, Obama Nation | Permalink | Comments (0)
Clerk foils robbery, talking of Jesus
[Update: three hours later, the foiled robber was arrested for a robbery he did pull off - at a Payless Shoe store. The problem with being an optimist is you spend a certain amount of time feeling pretty naive.] This story has a bigger take-away than meets the eye -...8:43 AM in Good news | Permalink | Comments (4)
Don't forget to check my giveaways!
Hey y'all! Don't forget to check out the giveaways! Just click over in the right sidebar. You never know when something new will pop up - There are three going on right now! And I will be posting at least five more in the coming week....8:31 AM in | Permalink | Comments (0)
July 30, 2010
Obama Regime: 14 weeks 'til we sweep Congress
Ad from the Republican Governors' Association - very uplifting: 14 Weeks from Republican Governors Association on Vimeo....4:23 PM in 2010 elections, Obama Nation | Permalink | Comments (1)
Obama, the View and presidential priorities
To see more cartoons by Michael Ramirez, go to townhall.comHT: Touched with Fire - who you will want to visit for so many reasons. . . ....4:15 PM in Obama Nation | Permalink | Comments (0)
Ed Secretary Arne Duncan pressing for MORE SCHOOL
Molly sent this. Arne Duncan is another dangerous Obama Regime Radical intent on usurping the role of parents and restructuring America to make children property of the state - as they are in countries like Cuba. Reporting on this regime is like playing Whack-a-Mole. In the highest echelons, so many...11:51 AM in Anti- Americanism, Parental Rights, Public schools | Permalink | Comments (8)
Unmasking the NEA - part 2
My emphasis below - horrifying to think that teachers are forced to join and pay dues to a union that sends millions to anti-life, anti-family groups.Education Establishment is Not a Friend of the Family In Education, Homosexuality, Parental Rights on July 29, 2010 at 9:43 am Summertime means the annual National...7:46 AM in Anti- Americanism, Parental Rights, Pro-Life Issues, Propaganda, Public schools | Permalink | Comments (2)
Unmasking the NEA - part 1
The National Education Association - the teachers' union - is at the top an extreme radical left operation with a history of promoting social engineering through the public schools - advocating homosexual curriculum and denouncing Christian parents.Just one of the traditional institutions - like the American Library Association and...7:35 AM in Anti- Americanism, Parental Rights, Pro-Life Issues, Propaganda, Public schools | Permalink | Comments (2)
July 29, 2010
Obama, the View and mongrels
Obama seeks his "mojo" on daytime TV's "The View" Reuters.utils.addLoadEvent(function() { Reuters.utils.loadScript('sJSON','/assets/multimediaJSON?articleId=INIndia-50504420100729&setImage=300&view=100&startNumber=1') }); U.S. President Barack Obama appears on the daytime TV talk show ''The View'' in New York City July 28, 2010. From left are Whoopi Goldberg, Barbara Walters, Joy Behar, Sherri Shepherd and Elisabeth Hasselbeck. Credit: Reuters/Kevin Lamarque...9:45 PM in Media Bias, Obamacare, Racism | Permalink | Comments (1)
Homeschooling Resources - Round-up coming - your input welcome!
Working on a new Mommy Moments for July/August - which I will be sending out via email next week. Since many of you will be gearing up for back-to-school - whether homeschool, public, private - this will be an Back-to-Schoolapalooza of ideas, suggestions, and links to get you excited...9:20 AM in Homeschooling | Permalink | Comments (8)
July 28, 2010
Queen Michelle says: Sign Obama's Birthday Card
Received by a friend. I signed up and left a personal message - hoping this would be his last term in office because of the damage he's done. In submitting, was taken to - guess what? - a fundraising page. Why is it wherever these two jet set better-than-us...1:39 PM in Obama Nation | Permalink | Comments (4)
Get out your hankies: Obama finances have suffered too
From the Chicago Sun Times: Obama: Our finances have suffered too July 24, 2010 WASHINGTON -- President Obama says he can relate to the plight of Americans striving in the struggling economy to pay bills while saving for their kids' education. He says he and first lady Michelle Obama took...11:20 AM in Liberal Hypocrisy, Obama Nation | Permalink | Comments (2)
We are Serfs: Obama's feudal system
A must-read from American Thinker: We the Serfs By John Lilly July 26, 2010 The Constitution of the United States of America under President Barak Obama is being transformed from a nation of "We the People" to "We the Serfs." If we look at the flow of rights from a...8:11 AM in Obama Nation, Oppression | Permalink | Comments (0)
Where the white man went wrong
Also from Tripp, who was obviously cleaning out his Inbox last night:...8:02 AM in Humor | Permalink | Comments (3)
Little known geography facts
Tripp forwarded this to me - thought you might like to share it with your kids. You can have them locate each place on the globe:AlaskaMore than half of the coastline of the entire United States is in Alaska .AmazonThe Amazon rainforest produces more than 20% the world's oxygen supply.The...7:53 AM in Homeschooling | Permalink | Comments (1)
July 27, 2010
Obama disses Boy Scouts for The View, fundraisers
Obama Missing Historic Boy Scout Jamboree for Fundraisers, 'View' TapingPublished July 27, 2010 President Obama will make history as the first sitting president on a daytime talk show when he visits with the ladies of "The View." But he'll be missing out on another historic occasion -- the Boy Scouts'...5:35 PM in Obama Nation | Permalink | Comments (5)
Sen. Jim Webb: The Myth of White Privilege
From the Wall Street Journal July 22, by Democrat Senator Jim Webb:Diversity and the Myth of White Privilege America still owes a debt to its black citizens, but government programs to help all 'people of color' are unfair. They should end.The NAACP believes the tea party is racist. The tea...10:21 AM in Racism | Permalink | Comments (0)
Loudoun Kids w/ Special Needs - Activity Day 8/14
This looks like a great opportunity for kids with special needs to have a fun-filled Saturday while parents have a little time for themselves. You can sign up a sibling too. But hurry - only 12 spaces: Dear Parents, Please take advantage of a great opportunity for your child with...7:54 AM in Disabilities, Loudoun County | Permalink | Comments (0)
July 26, 2010
Michelle Obama: Florida, Spain, Martha's Vineyard
Michelle Obama, daughter Sasha to vacation separately in Spain -- over president's birthday... 'All activities are closed press'... 30 rooms at 5-star hotel... The Ritz?... 5-day trip to follow weekend on FL's Gulf Coast, precede 10-day vacation on Martha's Vineyard......8:36 PM in Liberal Hypocrisy, Obama Nation | Permalink | Comments (1)
Shirley Sherrod and her husband - far from heroes
Wondering what happened to the hot Shirley Sherrod story the media couldn't get enough of last week? Quick refresh: The NAACP denounces the Tea Party as racist. Andrew Breitbart releases video showing NAACP speaker Sherrod in what appears full-racist mode. Before most of us can say Shirley Sherrod, she...3:00 PM in Government Corruption, Racism | Permalink | Comments (6)
Kevin Jackson: Black "NAACP Reject"
Posted on Friday, July 16th, 2010 by Kevin Jackson at the Black Sphere I feel strangely and excitedly enlightened today, and it was the NAACP who has shown me that light! What an exciting time white folk live in! Just when I thought that all hope of being gloriously guilt...1:10 PM in Black conservatives, Racism, Tea Party USA | Permalink | Comments (0)
Obama on the View Thursday July 26
Desperate much? Obama to appear on ABC's 'The View' on Thursday Jul 26, 7:05 AM (ET) By FRAZIER MOORE NEW YORK (AP) - ABC's "The View" has welcomed many notable guests, but none more prominent than President Barack Obama, who is scheduled to visit for Thursday's edition. In making...1:03 PM in Obama Nation | Permalink | Comments (0)
Egypt's Father Zakaria Botros: Muslims turning to Christ
Father Zakaria Botros from Egypt has a satallite TV show in the muslim world and claims Christ as Lord and Saviour. He currently has a bounty on his head for his faith. Very powerful video. Father Zakaria Botros Claims Christ as Lord...9:59 AM in Good news, Islam issues | Permalink | Comments (1)
July 25, 2010
Maddy's Little Women curls
Samantha (oldest daughter), Trinity (her oldest daughter), Sophia (#3 daughter) and I are all going to see Maddy (#4 daughter) in Little Women this afternoon. (Next week are the last two performances - so if you're going, get your tickets now). Going out for dinner afterwards - five of...11:19 AM in Family, Maddy | Permalink | Comments (2)
Vitamin D deficiency - who knew?
I've been in a steady decline for a few weeks, which worked itself into a freefall healthwise last week. Had been to the doctor the week before for a UTI and thought I would be on my way to recovery, but just kept getting worse. Going to bed at...11:01 AM in Health, My life | Permalink | Comments (13)
No Ground Zero Mosque - July 27 protest
JULY 27, 2010 @ 6 PM : PROTEST THE GROUND ZERO MOSQUE AT COMMUNITY BOARD#1 July 22, 2010, 11:22 pm Filed under: Islam and mosques,mayor bloomberg sells out,mosque at ground zero UPDATE: 7-23-10: Our legal team is working furiously to slow down mad rush to build the 911 mega mosque...9:58 AM in Ground Zero Mosque, Islam issues | Permalink | Comments (1)
Say No to Ground Zero Mosque - a few good reasons
Pictures from a Muslim 'Religion of Peace Demonstration' in London a few years ago.Say No to Ground Zero Mosque!From my email:.This makes you wonder, doesn't it?Can you imagine having a Christian demonstration against Islam in downtown Baghdad ?View the pictures above and decide how you really feel about the future...9:47 AM in Ground Zero Mosque, Islam issues, Terrorism | Permalink | Comments (2)
July 24, 2010
Finding loved ones lost to institutions
Remember Where's Molly? - the story of Jeff Daly finding his long-lost developmentally disabled sister? Jeff and his wife Cindy, of Larkspur California have not only been spending time catching up with Molly, but have been instrumental in changing laws to open up records enabling everyday people to find relatives...8:56 PM in Disabilities | Permalink | Comments (0)
Add a MommyLife widget to your site!
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 to...7:02 PM in Blogging | Permalink | Comments (0)
Black Conservative Apostle Claver: Democrats true racists
Apostle Claver Apostle Claver writes at Raging Elephants He was the one responsible for the Martin Luther King was a Republican billboards: Boy, did that make the Democrats mad!!!...6:51 PM in Black conservatives, Obama Nation | Permalink | Comments (0)
ACORN Anita MonCrief files FEC charges against Obama
She gave the story to the New York Times prior to the election, but the New York Times refused to carry the story, saying it was too late to carry a "game changer" - funny they love to railroad Republicans just days before: Anita MonCrief: I Am Filing FEC Charges...6:43 PM in Black conservatives, Government Corruption, Obama Nation | Permalink | Comments (0)
A Maddy eye-view of Mom and Dad
Daddy and Mommy by Maddy circa 2000. One of the reasons I always say a laminator is a mom's best friend - well, one of them anyway. These are normally hanging on the cabinets above my washer and dryer, but I took them down to scan them for you. They've...12:38 PM in Maddy | Permalink | Comments (0)
The Cracked Pot
A modern take on an old fable: The Cracked Pot Here's the traditional:...12:13 PM in Inspiration | Permalink | Comments (0)
Heritage Foundation: Free Study on Social Justice
Here's the deal: Social Justice is a Christian issue. Unfortunately, it has been co-opted by radical political types who believe in the power of government rather than the power of God.So here's what we do. We take back the term Social Justice. We look at our own lives to see...11:08 AM in Social Justice | Permalink | Comments (1)
The Heritage Foundation: What Is Social Justice?
Lengthy but very helpful, thoughtful analysis: Social Justice Is Not What You Think It Is HT: Marian...10:57 AM in Government Corruption, Social Justice | Permalink | Comments (1)
Media conspiracy: help Obama, kill stories on Jermiah Wright
We all knew this was happening. Now there is proof:Documents show media plotting to kill stories about Rev. Jeremiah Wright By Jonathan Strong - The Daily Caller | Published: 1:15 AM 07/20/2010 | Updated: 10:56 AM 07/23/2010 It was the moment of greatest peril for then-Sen. Barack Obama's political career....10:34 AM in Campaign 2008, Media Bias | Permalink | Comments (0)
Jim Wallis and Social Justice apostasy
The apostasy of 'social justice Christians'Posted: May 20, 2010by Erik Rush© 2010 Revelations concerning people who call themselves "social justice Christians" have recently become a cause célèbre among conservative commentators. Initially, I was disinclined to tackle the subject, since there have been several worthwhile articles and programs addressing it as...10:15 AM in Liberal Hypocrisy, Social Justice, Spiritual education | Permalink | Comments (0)
Vampire craze: blurring good and evil
Spirit & Life® "The words I spoke to you are spirit and life." (Jn 6:63) Human Life International e-Column Volume 05, Number 26 | Friday, July 23, 2010 Vampire Logic With the issuing of the third movie in the Twilight series I have to speak out about our culture's twisted...8:37 AM in Entertainment, Spiritual abuse | Permalink | Comments (0)
DC economy booming while nation struggles
If you read and pass on one thing today, this is it. This should make you mad enough to come to DC for one or both of the marches August 28: Glenn Beck's Restoring Honor Rally September 11 Unite in Action - 9/11 Memorial and Unity Rally Reality gap: U.S....8:09 AM in Liberal Hypocrisy, Obama Nation | Permalink | Comments (0)
Frederick Douglass Foundation - Black Republican conservatives
Frederick Douglas Foundation - "We're not changing who we are" Here's Amy Reid, Frederick Douglass Foundation, Treasurer speaking at Philadelphia's July 4 Proud to be an American Picnic IHTPA Proud to be and American, July 4, 2010 Phila., PA - Amy Reid...8:02 AM in 2010 elections, Black conservatives, Pro-Life Issues | Permalink | Comments (0)
July 23, 2010
Art Workshops for Kids Purcellville 8/16-19
View full size flyer...3:37 PM in Art, Homeschooling, Loudoun County, Purcellville | Permalink | Comments (0)
No mosque at Ground Zero
Wake up America! This is not a social center but a victory symbol. You have only to look at history to see it: No Mosque at Ground Zero See more at MommyLife: Ground Zero Mosque...1:41 PM in Ground Zero Mosque, Islam issues | Permalink | Comments (6)
Blacks: Democrats, tyranny and slavery
I hope some people are starting to realize that Obama was never about racial reconciliation at all. If he's done anything to benefit American, it's been to rip the curtain away from the reality of the race industry - those politicians and toadys who stir up anger and hatred by...1:34 PM in Conservatism, Obama Nation, Racism | Permalink | Comments (0)
Herman Cain: America's next black president?
MacIver Minute With Herman Cain What a gentleman! Isn't it refreshing to hear a black man speak with gratitude and dignity? If it's business as usual for liberals though, they'll tear him apart. Have you ever noticed they don't like black men who look like black men? I've always...1:21 PM in 2012 elections, Racism | Permalink | Comments (3)
Down syndrome: how do we judge perfection?
Eric, father to a 7-year-old daughter with Down syndrome, sent me this link:Bill Muehlenberg | Thursday, 22 July 2010The challenge of imperfectionWhy are we exterminating Down syndrome children if they can bring so much joy? One of the cheerier stories to emerge from the World Cup in South Africa concerned...1:05 PM in Down syndrome, Pro-Life Issues | Permalink | Comments (2)
Where's Molly? Finding an institutionalized sibling
Where's Molly? Since he was six years old, Jeff Daly kept asking that question. When his sister Molly was not yet three, she was taken from their "perfect" home, never to return. Because she was developmentally delayed (in those days, retarded), his parents institutionalized Molly and refused to answer...7:33 AM in Disabilities | Permalink | Comments (4)
Another Black Conservative on Shirley Sherrod
Ah, what a tangled web we weave! The Libs and the Ministry of Truth (Rush's new Orwellian title for our Propaganda Press) have manipulated this story inside out - now to smear Andrew Breitbart and Fox News and to urge Sherrod to sue. Alinsky politics as usual. The NAACP...7:23 AM in Black conservatives, Media Bias, Obama Nation, Racism | Permalink | Comments (1)
July 22, 2010
Little Women McLean - only 5 shows remaining!
Tickets are selling out fast!Presented by McLean Players, with an award-winning cast, including Maddy Curtis in the role of Beth: Little Women -- the Musical Only 5 Shows remaining!July 23, 24, 25, 30, 31Fridays and Saturdays at 8pmSunday Matinee at 2pm at the Alden Theatre Director: Bill Schreiner Producer:...3:01 PM in Entertainment, Maddy, Virginia | Permalink | Comments (0)
Coexist - bumper sticker nonsense
'COEXIST?' You First.Posted by Kurt Schlichter Jul 20th 2010 at 11:09 am So I'm driving down the 405 in West Los Angeles, thinking about how I can't exist while others who believe differently from me exist, when I see it - a blue bumpersticker on the back of a Prius...2:07 PM in Conservatism | Permalink | Comments (5)
Pelosi Planned Parenthood award - Judas' 30 pieces of silver
PELOSI, PLANNED PARENTHOOD AND KISSING THE FACE OF CHRISTJuly 21, 2010By Michael HichbornA kiss--an expression of affection, greeting, respect, or love by use of the lips. Judas the Apostle sealed his betrayal of our Blessed Lord with a kiss for a mere 30 pieces of silver. But his betrayal...5:57 AM in Liberal Hypocrisy, Planned Parenthood, Pro-Life Issues | Permalink | Comments (4)
July 21, 2010
Atlas Shrugged more timely than ever
Atlas Shrugged's Timeless Moral: Profit-Making Is Virtue, Not Vice By YARON BROOK Posted 07/20/2010 06:44 PM ET View Enlarged ImageIn the years leading up to 2008--09's financial meltdown, government control over mortgages, interest rates and America's banking system was at an all-time high.And yet when crisis struck, free enterprise took the blame.The...1:42 PM in Books, Conservatism | Permalink | Comments (2)
Black Tea Party Mom: to the NAACP
A black single mother replies to the NAACP. What gives her more credibility than such a venerated institution? Well, for starters, she's been to Tea Parties!Introducing Dena Leichnitz at BLACKNRIGHT: The NAACP, The Tea Party and MeAs someone who attended the first Tea Party April 15, 2009 and has attended...9:48 AM in Black conservatives, Tea Party USA | Permalink | Comments (2)
Motherhood inspiration: The Invisible Woman
From the Archives - Inspiration Category: I shared this piece in written form at Be Inspired: The Invisible Woman. Charlene sent this inspirational momologue (that was a typo, but actually I think it fits!). I've run it before, but for new readers, enjoy and be encouraged - you are...8:11 AM in Inspiration, Mothering | Permalink | Comments (2)
Opera at the movies 7/21 - Puccini's Turandot
If you love opera but have a tight budget - or if you've been curious but not quite ready to make the investment in a live opera - here's a great deal: Throughout the winter, the Metropolitan Opera (the best!) presents simulcasts in selected theaters. This summer they are presenting...7:36 AM in Entertainment, Music | Permalink | Comments (1)
The Auschwitz Album
From Elsa: THE ONLY SURVIVING PHOTO ALBUM FROM AUSCHWITZ If you ever want to read a first hand account of a son's survival with his father, while held in Auschwitz, read Elie Wiesel's Night ... This must never be forgotten! This Album memorializes the arrival of Hungarian Jews to Auschwitz...6:15 AM in History, Israel | Permalink | Comments (1)
July 20, 2010
Two wolves - good v. evil within
My daughter Samantha sent this - a simple message with a big impact: TWO WOLVES One evening an old Cherokee told his grandson about a battle that goes on inside people. He said, "My son, the battle is between two wolves inside us all. "One is Evil - It...7:34 PM in Inspiration | Permalink | Comments (0)
Missouri: Roy Blunt for Senate runs agains Obama
Roy Blunt - currently serving one of Missouri's representatives in Congress - is running for Senate: Missouri's Future "Missourians have a clear choice in this election. If they want a rubberstamp for the liberal policies of Nancy Pelosi, Harry Reid and Barack Obama, they should support Robin Carnahan. But if...7:01 PM in 2010 elections | Permalink | Comments (1)
Laura Ingraham - Obama Diaries and book tour
Can't wait to read this! I've contacted the publisher to see if we can do a giveaway, but if you can't wait, it's at Amazon. Laura - who lives in Virginia but has been all over the place on her book tour - will be at Tyson's Corner Barnes...9:55 AM in Books, Conservative resources, Humor, Obama Nation | Permalink | Comments (0)
University bias - Christians, conservatives, whites need not apply
Speaking of racism - and who isn't these days? - a new scientific study from Princeton sociologists Thomas Espenshade and Alexandria Radford confirms monumental bias against the white conservative and Christian applicants at America's elite colleges and Ivy League schools. A few insights - but you will want to read...8:06 AM in Racism | Permalink | Comments (3)
July 19, 2010
Big brother going into monastery - helping a child cope
Hello Barbara, I decided to write this when I read in Mommy, Teach Me to Read! about your extensive children's book library! My oldest is going away to a cloistered monastery in a few weeks, and I am wondering about resources to help my just-3-yo cope with the disappearance...10:38 PM in Mothering | Permalink | Comments (4)
Obamas home from vacation for tonight's Big Broadway Party
Here are some shots of the returning happy family. Wait, I'm sure I can find a happy picture. Well, maybe not. I guess they all wanted to stay in Bar Harbor a bit longer. You will want to read the complete story - and the details about tonight's White House...8:47 PM in Liberal Hypocrisy, Obama Nation | Permalink | Comments (0)
NAACP racist speaker resigns
Woman resigns after comments about 'white farmers'... I carried the story of NAACP racism just hours ago. This was a swift victory for citizen journalism: The Agriculture Department announced Monday, shortly after FoxNews.com published its initial report on the video, that Sherrod had resigned. "There is zero tolerance for discrimination...8:30 PM in Good news, Racism | Permalink | Comments (10)
Tea Party Barbie
Tea Party Barbie From Blonde Sagacityvia I Own the World...6:29 PM in 9-12 Moms, Activism, Conservatism, Tea Party USA | Permalink | Comments (2)
NAACP should denounce black bigotry
So the NAACP passed a resolution to denounce the Tea Party as racist - its only offered proof being that Rep. John Lewis claimed he was called the N word and spat on while deliberately trying to provoke protesters during the passage of Obamacare - a charge unverified despite Breitbart's...6:09 PM in Government Corruption, Liberal Hypocrisy, Racism | Permalink | Comments (1)
Aging humor
From Martha: I don't want to brag or make anybody feel bad or jealous or anything like that, but I just had to tell you this. I can still fit into the earrings I wore in high school....4:15 PM in Humor | Permalink | Comments (2)
Henri Nouwen on The Wounded Healer
Two great selections from Henri J. Nouwen's Bread for the Journey: A Daybook of Wisdom and Faith: July 7 "Time heals," people often say. This is not true when it means that we will eventually forget the wounds inflicted on us and be able to live on as if nothing...3:59 PM in Inspiration | Permalink | Comments (3)
Prayer outside Supreme Court banned?
Cops: Kids can't pray at U.S. Supreme Court July 16, 2010 A Christian private-school teacher is urging the U.S. Supreme Court to allow constitutionally protected prayer outside the court building after her class was "abruptly" ordered to stop praying on the grounds. Maureen Rigo, a teacher at Wickenburg Christian...2:41 PM in Christian Persecution, First Amendment, Obama Nation, Supreme Court | Permalink | Comments (7)
July 18, 2010
Daniel loves Mary Poppins!
Anyone who knows our sons, knows how much Daniel loves Mary Poppins. Though Daniel is happy most of the time, any wrinkles are quickly ironed out simply by reminding him of her existence: "Mary Poppins would want you to get up for school." "Mary Poppins likes you to be...6:12 PM in Down syndrome, Entertainment, Family | Permalink | Comments (5)
The Curtis Boys love Camp Easter Seals
This is what it looks like when you pick up your children from Easter Seals Camp: One of the wonderful advantages of having children with special needs - by birth or through adoption - is the wonderful people you meet. The counselors at Easter Seals Camp come from all over...5:37 PM in Disabilities, Down syndrome, Family | Permalink | Comments (3)
The Servant Song
Maddy is planning to do a CD of traditional hymns, so we are building a list of ones she loves. At this morning's Mass we sang The Servant Song. That's a must. I've just spent half an hour trying to find a version to share with you, but couldn't...10:12 AM in Inspiration, Music | Permalink | Comments (7)
July 17, 2010
Homeschool furniture
Early on in our homeschooling years, because of our number of kids, we turned our family room into a classroom. The best investment I ever made was this table: The table is made by Virco - which has been manufacturing school equipment for decades. It used to be available...8:34 PM in Big families, Homeschooling | Permalink | Comments (4)
Raising Kids on a Shoestring: pro-life resource
This is a great new resource. Think of all the distribution points you might leave this to help women: pregnancy resource centers, food banks, daycare centers, second hand stores. If you aren't familiar with Feminists for Life, take a minute to find out more about them too. As far as...8:12 PM in Babies, Conservative resources, Mothering, Pro-Life Issues | Permalink | Comments (0)
Darryl Worley: Keep the Change
Debbie sent me this - great country protest song: Keep the Change If you see me hold my hand over my heart Before i start the pledge of allegiance There's a reason It's to honor those who died And if you see me close my eyes and bow my...7:53 PM in Activism, Conservative resources, Mommy Patriots, Music, Tea Party USA | Permalink | Comments (1)
Exclusive Gulf Oil Spill Documentary - grassroots factfinding
Our Propaganda Press seems to have an embargo on news from the Gulf Coast. Compare and contrast with the nonstop coverage of Katrina and the Blaming of Bush. Currently citizen-reporters are making their way to the Gulf Coast to report. The news isn't good. Citizens are reporting secrecy, rampant neglect...7:32 PM in Gulf Oil Disaster, Media Bias | Permalink | Comments (0)
Washington Post to reveal classified data
Breaking news: TWT Exclusive: Is Wash Post harming intelligence work? Quin Hillyer July 16, 2010 I have obtained this document sent by the Office of the Director of National Intelligence. It appears the Washington Post is about to push the bounds of intelligence reporting. The intelligence agency seems concerned....1:29 PM in Media Bias, Military matters | Permalink | Comments (0)
Obama's recess appointment of Berwick as CMS head: dirty politics
Obama's recess appointment of Dr. Donald Berwick as head of Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) should scare the bejeebers out of any American who will eventually face disability and/or old age.Yes, presidents have used recess appointments before to appoint lower level positions. But to appoint such an important...12:56 PM in Obama Nation, Obamacare, Oppression | Permalink | Comments (1)
Obama Bumper Sticker Removal Kit - Brad Stine
From andie: Obama Bumper Sticker Removal Kit (feat. Brad Stine) As Obama's numbers continue to tank, some are clearly ready for this kit....11:11 AM in Humor, Obama Nation | Permalink | Comments (0)
Litany of the Saints
On special holy days, we sing the Litany of the Saints during Mass. As an evangelical , I didn't believe in praying to saints, of course. Now it seems as natural as it would to ask my dearest friends on earth to pray for me. The Body of Christ...10:36 AM in Catholicism, Evangelical to Catholic, Inspiration, Music | Permalink | Comments (0)
Teens and chores - keeping a good work ethic as your child grows
Originally published at MommyLife June 18, 2007: Barbara, I was looking at your site and saw: No More Chore Wars - How to Build a Work Ethic in Your Kids You can't do it all yourself! Start early - using Montessori principles - to instill a team spirit in...10:18 AM in Montessori, Mothering, Teens and Tweens | Permalink | Comments (3)
Protect Our Military Webcast July 20 - gays in military
Register now to watch the live webcast on Tuesday, July 20th at 8:30 p.m. EDT Join Us for a Special Protect Our Military WebcastJuly 16, 2010 | | Share with Friends On Tuesday, July 20th, at 8:30 p.m. EDT, FRC Action will host a live video Webcast titled, "Mission...10:06 AM in Activism, Conservatism, Conservative resources, Homosexuality, Military matters | Permalink | Comments (0)
State Flowers - America the Beautiful
Dorothy sent me this. it brightened my morning and hope it will brighten yours: America the Beautiful The Art of State Flowers Your kids might enjoy clicking at the end to see their own state flower as well as friends' and family's. btw, since my SIL Catherine first sent...9:52 AM in Fun Stuff | Permalink | Comments (0)
Michelle Obama's freebie wardrobe
Rumors abound as to exactly how Mrs. Obama obtains her wardrobe By Caroline May 07/14/2010 It is no secret that the Obamas are advocates for free handouts, but even in her personal life Michelle Obama does not appear to have shied away from accepting free goodies. Numerous news outlets...9:13 AM in Government Corruption, Liberal Hypocrisy, Obama Nation | Permalink | Comments (4)
July 16, 2010
Obama family chef now policy advisor
Obama family chef now 'senior policy adviser' By Bob Unruh July 15, 2010 You've seen the reports about Van Jones, President Obama's onetime "green jobs czar," and Cass Sunstein, his equally volatile "regulatory czar," and Fox News show host Glenn Beck has put together a list of dozens of such...4:08 PM in Health, Nutrition, Obama Nation | Permalink | Comments (0)
Obama stimulus: $150 M to Korean company
In Michigan yesterday, Our Glorious Leader gave a hefty slice of his famous Stimulus Money to a company owned by Korea, bragging that this would create 300 jobs. That's $500,000. PER JOB! But who's counting? Then home to pick up the wife and kids for yet another vacation -...1:18 PM in Liberal Hypocrisy, Obama Nation | Permalink | Comments (0)
July 15, 2010
Loudoun first to open War on Christmas 2010
This supersedes my earlier post. Because iPetition kept losing the first one, I have created a new petition: Keep Christmas in Leesburg! So please, everyone who signed before, sign again. Forward to friends and family. Share on Facebook.The timing of this opening salvo is not accident. BOS members are counting...1:30 PM in Christian Persecution, Christmas, First Amendment | Permalink | Comments (1)
Obama: White House Broadway Night 7/19 - more $$$$
The disconnect with reality continues. Campaigner-in-Chief Obama continues to blaze the largest presidential carbon footprint in history by spending millions for photo ops (no one is really listening to what he says anymore): Obama's day: On to Michigan 06:56 AM Good morning from The Oval, on a day when President...10:48 AM in Liberal Hypocrisy, Obama Nation | Permalink | Comments (1)
Chinese Walmart
Email from Tripp: Crocodiles 2. Bulk Rice 3. Mixed Meat 4. Orange Juice And Cooking Oil 5. Turtles 6. ? 7. Walmart Brand Spirits ($0.15) 8. Rib Cages 9. Assorted Dried Reptiles 10. Boxes Of Liquor 11. Frogs 12. A Large Selection Of Chopsticks 13. Ducks 14. Great Value Brand...8:06 AM in Fun Stuff | Permalink | Comments (6)
July 14, 2010
Former Reid supporter dies, denounces Harry from grave
Charlotte zings Reid from beyond the grave Posted by John L. Smith Tuesday, Jul. 13, 2010 at 10:43 AM Election 2010 has just heard from a member of the Silent Majority. You know, from a deceased person. Chances are good you never met Charlotte McCourt during her 84 years,...4:19 PM in 2010 elections, 9-12 Moms, Activism, Tea Party USA | Permalink | Comments (3)
Wedding music suggestions
Barbara, for some reason, I believe it was on your website that I read about some great wedding music. If you have some wedding music to recommend, I would great appreciate you letting me know. Thanks, Mary I don't recall publishing anything bout wedding music - though with 7000...3:53 PM in Marriage | Permalink | Comments (8)
Maddy as Beth in Little Women - McLean Players
Presented by McLean Players and with Maddy Curtis in the role of Beth - many of you will want to get tickets before they sell out: Little Women -- the MusicalFridays and Saturdays at 8pmSunday Matinees at 2pm at the Alden Theatre Jul 16, 2010 - Jul 31, 2010...2:36 PM in Entertainment, Maddy, Virginia | Permalink | Comments (0)
Nation of Islam: Farrakhan demands reparations from Jews
Well this fits the current cultural climate:Farrakhan Demands Reparations from JewsHis latest anti-Semitic outburst.Daniel Pipes July 13, 2010 12:04 A.M. Louis Farrakhan recently sent a three-page letter along with two books to the heads of 16 Jewish organizations. Dated June 24, 2010, the letter is resplendent with a crescent-and-moon flag...9:55 AM in Continuing chaos, Islam issues, Israel, Racism | Permalink | Comments (5)
Muslims want NY school holidays
Muslims seek to add holidays on NY school calendaraddImpression("10036179_Related Video"); removeImpression(); addImpression("12391142_Related Interactive"); removeImpression(); Reuters.utils.addLoadEvent(function() { Reuters.utils.loadScript('sJSON','/assets/multimediaJSON?articleId=USTRE66B62Z20100712&setImage=300&view=100&startNumber=1') }); By Karina Ioffee NEW YORK | Mon Jul 12, 2010 4:15pm EDT NEW YORK (Reuters) - Muslim parents, students and civic groups are campaigning to add two of their religious holidays to...6:10 AM in Islam issues, Public schools | Permalink | Comments (0)
July 13, 2010
Dems exploit poverty and race in America
I left this as a response to anar's comment about Michelle's anti-obesity campaign - his comment having supported the idea that it's not poor people's fault if they're fat Hi anar - When my husband was disabled unexpectedly for nine months 2008-2009, we had no income and were dependent...11:32 AM in Racism | Permalink | Comments (11)
Jim Wallis, Sojourners and the George Soros connection
[This is very timely, as this morning's research reveals that Jim Wallis appears to be campaigning for more public visibility. Wallis was actually paid as a keynote speaker at the Christian gathering LifeFest last weekend. To their credit, several sponsors pulled their support.. Christians need to know that while Wallis...9:26 AM in Church Issues, Liberal Hypocrisy, Obama Nation | Permalink | Comments (2)
Michelle Obama race-baiting at NAACP
Shameful - after all, it is her husband who took away school vouchers in DC. These people - liberals/Democrats/progressives - depend on a weakened, poor black underclass. As well as racial divide, which they inflame at every turn. Michelle Obama Blame Whites for Black's Failure at NAACP Speech in Kansas...5:59 AM in Racism | Permalink | Comments (26)
July 12, 2010
Loudoun War on Christmas begins 7/20 at Board of Supervisors
Dear Friends: Many of you will remember December 2009 when the Loudoun County Board of Supervisors decided - just weeks before - to ban traditional holiday displays at the Leesburg Courthouse. (While the Town of Leesburg continued to welcome holiday observances, the Courthouse grounds belong to Loudoun County.) These...5:46 PM in Christmas, Loudoun County, Virginia | Permalink | Comments (1)
Loudoun Board targets Christmas in Leesburg - AGAIN!
[UPDATE - Find petition and info here.]Remember last year when the Loudoun BOS made a last-minute, secretive effort to crush the 50-year tradition of private parties placing a Nativity Scene and a Menorah on the Courthouse Square? This year they're trying a different tack - and maybe counting on no...2:09 PM in Christmas, Loudoun County, Social Justice | Permalink | Comments (1)
Another Democrat loses his temper - Ciro Rodriguez, TX Rep
Ciro Rodriguez...2:01 PM in Liberal Hypocrisy | Permalink | Comments (5)
Obama's Emperor-style travel to G-20 - 500 staff, 12 teleprompters
From andie - and why wasn't this headline news? Can you imagine if Bush had done something like this? But he wouldn't, would he? Only a psychopath would be so devoid of conscience: You and I may never see health care again the way it used to be, but "Emperor...1:46 PM in Government Corruption, Liberal Hypocrisy, Obama Nation | Permalink | Comments (2)
ADA Playdate celebration 7/23 McLean, VA
ADA - WE ALL PLAYA NATIONAL PLAYDATE FOR CHILDREN IN HONOR OF THE 20TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACTFriday, July 23, 2010 4 to 7 p.m. Clemyjontri Park6317 Georgetown PikeMcLean, VA 22101Rain date Monday, July 26, 4 to 7 p.m.In honor of the 20th Anniversary of the ADA,...1:40 PM in Disabilities, Virginia | Permalink | Comments (1)
Family Guy Down Syndrome Girl song nominated for Emmy
How low will the cultural elites go? Pretty low apparently. The Family Guy has been nominated for an Emmy for "Outstanding Original Music and Lyrics" for "Extra Large Medium": Song title: "Down's Syndrome Girl". (check out the lyrics) To voice your alarm/disgust/opposition, contact the Emmys. Apparently this was something...1:28 PM in Down syndrome, Entertainment, Oppression | Permalink | Comments (8)
July 11, 2010
Obama's hypocrisy on oil spill - in his own words
Oil Spill Timeline from RightChange on Vimeo. Blood for Oil...8:45 PM in Gulf Oil Disaster, Liberal Hypocrisy, Obama Nation | Permalink | Comments (1)
Allen West on New Black Panther Party
From Allen West for Congress: Republican 22nd Congressional Candidate Allen West Statement on New Black Panther Party FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 08th, 2010 (Deerfield Beach, FL) "The recent decision by the Obama Justice Department to drop all charges of voter intimidation against the New Black Panther Party during the 2008...2:27 PM in 2010 elections, Black conservatives, Conservatism, Racism | Permalink | Comments (2)
From Jew to Evangelical to Catholic - Rosalind Moss
Listening to EWTN - 1160 AM in DC - this morning while hanging clothes before Mass and heard this wonderful speaker. I've looked for the half hour talk I heard but can only find it on YouTube in Spanish. Here is a shorter version. There was so much that resonated...10:34 AM in Catholicism, Evangelical to Catholic | Permalink | Comments (6)
Obama: Israeil mistrust because of his middle name
Not carried by our Government-Controlled-Media, here it is from the Israeli News. You can jump to 1:20 to see the actual interview - in English - being discussed, in which Obama throws the race card, claiming Israelis don't trust him because of his middle name: Obama: Israelis Suspicious Of...9:52 AM in Islam issues, Israel, Liberal Hypocrisy, Obama Nation | Permalink | Comments (0)
Military Tribute: I fought for you
I Fought for You by the Sound Tank...9:37 AM in Military matters, Patriotism | Permalink | Comments (0)
Obama: 3rd vacation since oil spill - Maine weekend
Barack Obama Vacation in Maine, 3rd Vacation Since Beginning of Gulf Coast BP Oil Spill ... "I Won't Rest Until Leak Is Stopped" "I Won't Rest Until Leak Is Stopped"The Vacationer in Chief ... Barack Hussein Obama.Like we were supposed to believe any words coming out of President Obama's mouth....9:28 AM in Liberal Hypocrisy, Obama Nation | Permalink | Comments (2)
1958 speech predicting plans to destroy America
I remember when I was a little girl that the John Birch Society was ridiculed as a bunch of racist, conspiracy-theory crackpots. Listen to this 1974 speech - which opens with Robert Welch quoting his 1958 speech and see if you think his analysis was far-fetched. Compare with how...8:21 AM in 2010 elections, Activism, Conservatism, Government Corruption, Obama Nation, Patriotism | Permalink | Comments (1)
July 10, 2010
"Kill Cracker Babies" - Eric Holder drops Black Panther charges
Speaking of hate speech - here's the Black Panther who was being investigated by the Department of Justice for voter intimidation during the Obama Election - found guilty, but case dropped before sentencing by Attorney General Eric Holder: Kill Some White Crackers; Kill their Babies - Glenn Beck reports; Holder...12:07 PM in Racism | Permalink | Comments (1)
University of Illionois fires Catholic instructor
We knew this was coming:University of Illinois Instructor Fired Over Catholic BeliefsPublished July 09, 2010URBANA, Ill. -- The University of Illinois has fired an adjunct professor who taught courses on Catholicism after a student accused the instructor of engaging in hate speech by saying he agrees with the church's teaching...11:58 AM in Catholicism, Christian Persecution, Culture Wars, Homosexuality, Propaganda | Permalink | Comments (1)
GLSEN - gay activist group - targets 60 Virginia middle schools
Let me make my position clear: Having lived in California, I have seen this "bullying" issue used as a wedge to focus on getting homosexual propaganda into public schools. Gays are not the only objects of bullying. What about kids with disabilities? What about fat kids? Or ugly kids? Or...10:41 AM in Homosexuality, Propaganda, Public schools, Virginia | Permalink | Comments (1)
July 9, 2010
Make Mine Freedom - 1948 cartoon
Over 3 million views: Make Mine Freedom - 1948 cartoon HT: Antonia...2:47 PM in Nostalgia, Patriotism | Permalink | Comments (0)
Vatican to UN: To empower women, honor motherhood
While Planned Barrenhood Parenthood and ultra-feminist groups are working overtime to "modernize" other cultures (and what is it with the schizophrenia of the Left, which crams appreciation of diversity down our throats at home while traipsing around the globe trying to weaken family structure and women's identity as mothers?),...1:34 PM in Art, Mothering | Permalink | Comments (0)
Thank you for shopping Amazon!
Thanks to the wonderful person who remembered to use my Amazon link to purchase their new Kindle reader! Every purchase - no matter how small - made through a MommyLife link gives back a small percentage for the upkeep of this site, enabling me to choose blogging over marketing...1:29 PM in | Permalink | Comments (0)
Abortion and Black genocide - Maafa21
Think conservatives are the real racists? Think again. Margaret Sanger, founder of Planned Parenthood was one of the most notable "progressives" eager to eradicate blacks. No surprise that today Planned Parenthood targets black neighborhoods. Visit Maafa 21 for the perspective the Old Media doesn't want you to know about: They...11:57 AM in Obama Nation, Planned Parenthood, Pro-Life Issues, Racism | Permalink | Comments (0)
July 4 Purcellville's Rock the Field
Maddy sang at this Fireman's Field event which followed the parade, backed by Lynn and Julia Kasdorf: Among her songs: Hallelujah (Cohen), Give It Up Or Let Me Go (Bonnie Raitt), Somewhere Over the Rainbow, Our Love Is Here to Stay (Ella Fitzgerald) - and some others. One silver...11:43 AM in Family, July 4, Maddy, Purcellville, Virginia | Permalink | Comments (0)
Vintage Curtis Family - Sound of Music 1998
In 1998 we were living in Petaluma, California when we found out about a local production of Sound of Music. The Curtis Family auditioned en masse and were cast in the following roles: Maddy: Gretl Sophia: Marta Ben: Friederich Matt: Rolfe Josh: Herr Zeller Zach: young Nazi Tripp: understudy...10:16 AM in Family | Permalink | Comments (1)
49 years later: Sound of Music reunion
From Marian: 49 yrs. later - Julie Andrews & 7 childrenRemember the 7 children of the Von Trapp family?The Sound of Music' won the Academy Award for Best Picture of 1965 and is one of the most popular musicals ever produced. 40 Yrs Later: The 7 Children in 'The Sound of...9:08 AM in Movies, Music, Nostalgia | Permalink | Comments (1)
Obama's lack of leadership may be lack of interest
These two were both in my Inbox today - and seem to fit together: The Talking Feds MSNBC Libtalker Ed Schultz Blasts Obama: 'Maybe This Just Isn't My Gig'...8:56 AM in Obama Nation | Permalink | Comments (1)
Obama, Holder Arizona suit not based on civil rights
Regardless of the hype, this has nothing to do with civil rights - as evidenced by the fact that the government's case (that's our government's case - this lawsuit being funded by your tax dollars against the will of the overwhelming majority of Americans) doesn't even mention discrimination. The...8:33 AM in Illegal Immigration, Obama Nation, Oppression | Permalink | Comments (0)
Black conservatives rising
Y'all know I've highlighted black conservatives - who need our prayer and support because they face especially bitter opposition. You see, black people are not allowed to think for themselves or have their own opinions under the New Master Class - Democrats, who - since Lyndon Johnson and the...8:19 AM in Black conservatives | Permalink | Comments (4)
July 8, 2010
Comments I don't print
Remember the stink bug invasion we had in northern Virginia? Remember how my research revealed that when you squashed a stink bug, more stink bugs were attracted because of the vile-smelling juice they emit? I couldn't help but be reminded of the vile juices spilled by angry leftists who don't...4:57 PM in Obama Nation | Permalink | Comments (10)
My life - the Shrine and Saturday's Sweethearts Dinner
This has been a productive week for me as the boys - Jonny, Jesse, Daniel and Justin - have been at Easter Seals Camp. They've been going there for five years and LOVE IT! And it gives the rest of the family a chance to do some things that...7:03 AM in My life | Permalink | Comments (4)
July 7, 2010
MUST WATCH: The Dad Life
Get your family together to watch this one: The Dad Life Is that funny or what? Whoever thought we'd end up so uncool?...10:35 PM in Fathers, Humor, Music | Permalink | Comments (1)
Kill the Ground Zero Mosque - TV ad
Kill the Ground Zero Mosque - TV ad HT: andie...10:13 PM in Ground Zero Mosque, Oppression, Terrorism | Permalink | Comments (0)
Obama's Strategy: Overwhelm the System
The Real Obama Economic Plan: Overwhelming the System to Destroy Capitalism and FreedomSaturday, May 8, 2010, 09:22 PM It's time to stop mincing words. Obama is not a fool. He is not incompetent. He is not a madman. He knows exactly what he's doing. He is purposely overwhelming the U.S....10:01 PM in Obama Nation, Rules for Radicals | Permalink | Comments (2)
Britain's War on Christianity: America's Future Fight?
Britain's War on Christianity: America's Future Fight? My question: If gay activists and Muslims have their way and get rid of Christianity, what happens to gay people? Just wondering. . . . ....8:58 PM in Christian Persecution, Islam issues | Permalink | Comments (2)
Prenatal diagnosis? Be not afraid
You might want to bookmark this link from Sheila - in case you ever have a friend who needs it - or if you have a story to share (there are some beautiful ones here!): Benotafraid.net is an online outreach to parents who have received a poor or difficult...6:31 PM in Babies, Disabilities, Pro-Life Issues | Permalink | Comments (0)
Disability Art - Design 4 Life
From Disability Arts Online - an artwork Tripp saw when at the VSA International Festival last month. From the UK: Design 4 Life A digital image which combines text with photography. A black and white scan of a foetus in an early stage of development takes centre place against a...5:43 PM in Art, Disabilities | Permalink | Comments (0)
Hiroshima and Detroit - 65 years after the bomb
Be sure to view all the way to the end! What happened to the radiation that's supposed to last thousands of years??HIROSHIMA AUGUST 6TH, 1945 HIROSHIMA, 65 YEARS LATER DETROIT, MICHIGAN, 65 YEARS AFTER HIROSHIMA Which is worse? WHAT HAS CAUSED MORE LONG TERM DESTRUCTION - THE A-BOMB OR U.S....5:16 PM in Conservatism | Permalink | Comments (4)
Remember November! Take the pledge
Remember the Dream. Remember November. from Republican Governors Association on Vimeo. Remember November HT: Anne You have a circle of influence - spread the word!...4:56 PM in 2010 elections | Permalink | Comments (0)
Maryland: Jim Rutledge for US Senate!
From my dear friend Jennifer Merkel, who lives in the great state of Maryland which is sadly burdened with one of those forever-incumbent senators, radical-liberal Barbara Mikulski. As we well know, this November is a referendum on all of these smug congresspeople - Democrats and Republicans - who've voted against...3:47 PM in 2010 elections | Permalink | Comments (1)
Diapers - cloth or disposable?
Barbara, I know you are terribly busy. Do you have any advice on how to save money on baby things? Specifically, newborn baby things? We are expecting our 5th. I have never used cloth diapers. Do you know if they wash well in a front loader? I am pretty...8:27 AM in Babies | Permalink | Comments (20)
Free kids coloring pages - vintage
A collection of old-fashioned images - full size - you can download and print for free:at BlueBonkersBookmark their main page BlueBonkers.com for lots more free materials for your little ones!Thanks Jawan!...8:19 AM in Free stuff, Homeschooling, Preschoolers, Resources, Toddlers | Permalink | Comments (1)
Obama's NASA chief: next frontier better relations with Muslim World
Who knew? And here I thought his job had something to do with space exploration. . . . NASA Chief: Next Frontier Better Relations With Muslim WorldPublished July 05, 2010NASA Administrator Charles Bolden said in a recent interview that his "foremost" mission as the head of America's space exploration agency...7:58 AM in Islam issues, Obama Nation | Permalink | Comments (2)
Free Family Film Festival
FREE FAMILY FILM FESTIVAL REG's Free Family Film Festival is Now Showing! We have planned a fun-filled summer of select movies for kids and parents. Regal has proudly offered this free summer fun since 1991. Oh, did we mention that it's FREE! Selected G or PG movies start at...7:42 AM in Bargains, Movies | Permalink | Comments (0)
Harvard PhD: Obama a menace to Israel and Western Europe
Also from Mike Adams: "Obama Most Radical US President ever" states prestigious Harvard...7:26 AM in Islam issues, Israel, Obama Nation | Permalink | Comments (0)
Who will defend Israel?
From Mike Adams: Only Israel - by Yedida Freilich...7:15 AM in Israel | Permalink | Comments (0)
July 6, 2010
Quivering Daughters - Hillary McFarland on Patriarchy
It's been a busy week since I wrote the prologue for this review - sharing some of my personal history which has prepared and qualified me to comment on Quivering Daughters. In this first-of-its-kind book, Hillary McFarland takes on the Patriarchal establishment in the biblical manner of Esther -...4:17 PM in Books, Church Issues, Homeschooling | Permalink | Comments (16)
Loudoun Board of Supes: honoring Maddy tonight
If you can come - arrive before 6 - Maddy will be opening with the National Anthem! Maddy Curtis to be honored by Loudoun County Board of Supervisors, Tuesday July 6! COUNTY OF LOUDOUNBOARD OF SUPERVISORS Resolution of Recognition Maddy Curtis WHEREAS, Maddy Curtis participated in the American Idol...10:22 AM in Loudoun County, Maddy | Permalink | Comments (0)
Mother wants to set record as fattest woman
Listening to Laura Ingraham interview this woman. So gross. NJ woman attempting to become world's fattest lady By DAVID K. LI Posted: 12:14 PM, March 15, 2010 Dream big! A New Jersey woman, who now tips the scales at 604 pounds, said it'd be a "fantasy" to gobble her...9:33 AM in Diet | Permalink | Comments (0)
A brother with Down syndrome - a blessing
Though we've never met in person, Rebecca Jacobsen is a soul sister of mine - nine children, including one with A Little Extra - and her family lives in my favorite state to regroup in once a year, North Carolina. I know you all will enjoy what she wrote...9:07 AM in Disabilities, Down syndrome, Mothering | Permalink | Comments (8)
July 5, 2010
Montessori and preschool language enrichment at home
Rerunning this from a few years ago. I know a lot of homeschool families take the summer off, except Mom is busy planning and preparing materials. Here's something you might want to prepare for lessons next year: Little children absorb language the way a sponge absorbs water. Would you be...9:24 PM in Homeschooling, Montessori, Preschoolers | Permalink | Comments (1)
Subscribe to MommyLife and Maddy Mail
I have been publishing free newsletters since January. At some point, they developed the name Mommy Moments. Today I published a newsletter on Maddy's behalf: Maddy Mail - which will become an easily-accessible way for me to update everyone on events in Maddy's singing journey. You can sign up for...4:03 PM in | Permalink | Comments (0)
Catholic Converts
Catholic Converts HT: Amy It seems more and more people are becoming Catholic these days. More and more people are realizing that the lies and prejudice reinforced in protestant/evangelical circles are based on misunderstandings. When you look to anti-Catholic authors for answers to your questions about Catholicism, of course...3:47 PM in Catholicism | Permalink | Comments (0)
Obamas try- and fail - at humble 4th of July
Living near DC gives us a unique perspective as we are constantly aware of the president's activities - which didn't used to be so bad as most of the time presidents were in the White House governing the country. Obama has changed all that. On those rare occasions when...2:16 PM in July 4, Liberal Hypocrisy, Media Bias, Obama Nation | Permalink | Comments (1)
Cactus Cuties: National Anthem
The Cactus Cuties sing The National Anthem Original Video...2:11 PM in July 4, Music, Patriotism | Permalink | Comments (0)
Declaration of Independence
We were blessed at the July 4 party we went to yesterday - thank you Corcorans! - to hear parts of the Declaration of Independence read aloud. Most of us are still celebrating a holiday weekend today, and I heartily recommend that you assemble your family and read it aloud. ...1:50 PM in History, July 4, Patriotism | Permalink | Comments (0)
Losing America
Excellent July 4 commentary from the American Thinker. July 4 is a good time for us to reflect on what we have lost and to get re-energized about getting it back. We're really fighting at a disadvantage since Obama is using government money - your tax dollars - to...1:32 PM in Patriotism | Permalink | Comments (0)
Tea Party - free activist training
TeaPartyTraining.Org Dear Fellow Tea Party Patriots,We hope you had a wonderful Independence Day! Yesterday, Tea Party Patriots and the Leadership Institute announced the launch of TeaPartyTraining.org. We think you are going to love this training program! It is online and you can get the training right in your home,...1:28 PM in 2010 elections, 2012 elections, 9-12 Moms, Activism, Tea Party USA | Permalink | Comments (0)
National Organization of Conservative Women
My friend Julie Smith - a young woman whose husband serves our country so she is often raising two little sweeties on her own - decided last year she needed more work to do. No really, she felt called to begin building the National Organization for Conservative Women. I know...1:17 PM in 9-12 Moms, Activism, Conservatism, Patriotism, Tea Party USA | Permalink | Comments (0)
US One Dollar Bill - symbols
From my email - thanks to Nan for forwarding! Great for sharing with your kids tonight. . . How many times have you looked at a dollar bill? I never knew about the last part of the story. On the rear of the One Dollar bill, you will see two...12:59 PM in Patriotism | Permalink | Comments (0)
Think your pool is crowded?
Residents crowd in a swimming pool to escape the summer heat during a hot weather spell in Daying county of Suining, Sichuan province July 4, 2010. China is experiencing temperatures over 35 degrees Celsius (95 degrees Farhenheit) in at least 13 provinces and regions, according to the National Meteorological Center...12:25 PM in | Permalink | Comments (1)
July 4, 2010
July 4: Catholics and patriotism
My weekly column for Faithful Families, St. Francis deSales bulletin: July 4: How does love of country fit in with our faith? Is it okay for Catholics to be patriotic? Today seems like a good day to ask. Does allegiance to God and His Holy Church preclude allegiance to...8:21 AM in Catholicism, July 4, Patriotism | Permalink | Comments (1)
A brief primer on Sharia Muslim Law
From my Inbox: A Very Brief Primer of Sharia Law: Sharia, or Islamic law, influences the legal code in most Muslim countries. A movement to allow sharia to set regulations that pertain to marriage, divorce, inheritance, and custody, is now expanding into the United States. All Sharia is derived from...7:54 AM in Islam issues, Terrorism | Permalink | Comments (0)
Abortion triples breast cancer risk, 4th study finds
From the UK Daily Mail:Abortion 'triples breast cancer risk': Fourth study finds terminations linked to disease By Simon Caldwell Last updated at 1:55 AM on 24th June 2010 The study showed having an abortion could triple the risk of breast cancer, however it was a small sample of 300 womenAn...7:50 AM in Health, Pro-Life Issues | Permalink | Comments (0)
New York Times - why you can't trust their reporting
The New York Times' article Nudge on Arms Further Divides the U.S. and Israel begins: WASHINGTON -- It was only one paragraph buried deep in the most plain-vanilla kind of diplomatic document, 40 pages of dry language committing 189 nations to a world free of nuclear weapons. But it has...7:32 AM in Gaza flotilla , Israel, Media Bias, Terrorism | Permalink | Comments (0)
July 3, 2010
Obama and the Bill of Rights
From Martha:...7:20 PM in Liberty, Obama Nation, Oppression, Patriotism | Permalink | Comments (1)
July 2, 2010
Reece's Rainbow - Down syndrome adoption
Interested in adopting a baby or child with Down syndrome? You need to know about Reece's Rainbow, now marking its 6th anniversary after finding homes for hundreds of children with Down syndrome.You never know when God will call you to something bigger than you ever thought you were capable of! ...9:30 PM in Adoption, Down syndrome, Opportunities to give | Permalink | Comments (2)
What is PMS? humor
13 Things PMS Stands For1. Pass My Shotgun 2. Psychotic Mood Shift 3. Perpetual Munching Spree 4. Puffy Mid-Section 5. People Make me Sick 6. Provide Me Sweets 7. Pardon My Sobbing 8. Pimples May Surface 9. Pass My Sweatpants10. Pissy Mood Syndrome 11. Plainly; Men Suck 12. Pack My...8:56 PM in Humor | Permalink | Comments (0)
Father Corapi on Independence Day July 4
Independence Day Message I have fond memories of the 4th of July going back to when I was probably only four or five years old. We remember the parades, the picnics or barbecues, and the happy gathering of families. During the American Revolution, the legal separation of the American colonies...8:32 PM in Inspiration, July 4, Patriotism | Permalink | Comments (0)
Obama on immigration
Kinda says it all:...7:14 PM in Humor, Illegal Immigration, Obama Nation | Permalink | Comments (1)
The truth about Marie Antoinette
A few weeks ago I used Marie Antoinette in the formulaic way Americans do. A reader cared enough to write me to correct the record by sharing some insights into the real Marie Antoinette.I stand corrected and have to remind myself as a Catholic convert that all I know of...9:34 AM in Catholicism, History | Permalink | Comments (7)
Pornography hurts marriages
Thanks to Danielle Bean for pitching this comprehensive effort on the part of the Catholic Church to inform and equip men and women to eradicate the scourge of pornography from their lives. Read her brief article especially for the helpful links she offers those hurting from this addiction. And if...9:03 AM in Marriage, Pornography | Permalink | Comments (1)
Obama 2011 Tax Hikes - broken promises
I know all of us - mothers and fathers - are busy earning our daily bread, giving thanks and spending it wisely. Not to mention raising our kids and trying to become the best parents we can be.But there's a big surprise looming for all Americans - well, at least...8:26 AM in Obama Nation, Oppression, Taxes | Permalink | Comments (2)
Obama - omnipresent, omnipotent
Taken during Obama's immigration speech - a speech carefully calculated to confuse citizens by distorting the truth in order to build the Democrats' new voting bloc: illegal aliens.Do you remember with fondness the days when Americans could live their daily lives free of the omnipresent omnipotent Obama?Honestly. This is...7:52 AM in Illegal Immigration, Media Bias, Obama Nation | Permalink | Comments (0)
July 1, 2010
Teaching children about Jesus - book suggestions?
Hi Barbara, I was wondering if you could suggest any books on how to explain Jesus to a 4 year old in terms she'll understand. I have a few books and I'm searching your site for suggestions. I would like to emphasize the importance of Jesus in our lives...9:37 PM in Books, Preschoolers, Spiritual education | Permalink | Comments (6)
Your entire childhood in one email
The boys are at Easter Seals Camp until next Thursday and I am celebrating by trying to finally get control of my email - which is why you have so much to read :)You all send the best stuff! Like this from Rebecca:Your Entire Childhood in One EmailIf you can...8:05 PM in Nostalgia | Permalink | Comments (0)
Who's expecting?
From Lisa: Kodak: 20 Free Birth Announcements Hope this is useful to someone! Is anyone out there expecting? When?...7:10 PM in Babies, Bargains | Permalink | Comments (5)
Monica and David - Down syndrome love story movie
Monica and David official trailer...7:03 PM in Disabilities, Down syndrome, Movies, Pro-Life Issues | Permalink | Comments (1)
Kids: Saturate their lives with sex, that'll fix it!
In case you missed these stories last week: Parents furious after students shown 'inappropriate' sex acts simulated on stuffed animals Planned Parenthood the culprit, natch. Free Condoms To Be Given To Massachusetts First Graders...6:38 PM in Planned Parenthood, Pro-Life Issues | Permalink | Comments (0)
Abortion-Vaccine-Autism Link
The Abortion-Vaccine-Autism Link and What to Do June 24th, 2010 by Mark Armstrong Shouldn't we determine whether injecting the DNA from aborted babies into our children is safe, oh yeah, and moral too? What's a Catholic to do? Let's not mince words here. We've got a problem. Last fall...6:26 PM in Autism, Big Pharma, Pro-Life Issues, Vaccines | Permalink | Comments (1)
Tea Party anthem - I Am America by Krista Branch
Also from WooTV: Krista Branch sings I Am America...6:13 PM in Patriotism, Tea Party USA | Permalink | Comments (0)
Obama: 70 days of dawdling on oil spill
Obama and his administration have really failed us. Our government-run media has covered up and made excuses. Can you even imagine if Bush had been so disinterested in taking a leadership role. Imagine if he had turned down offers of aid the first few days, and had vacationed, golfed,...5:55 PM in Gulf Oil Disaster | Permalink | Comments (2)
Independence Day - July 4 - inspiration
A stirring reminder of the meaning of Independence Day - share with your friends! Independence Day from Jamice Ivie on Vimeo....5:01 PM in July 4 | Permalink | Comments (0)
Immigration Inspiration - must-see video
Like so much of the American experience, immigration - once a noble concept - has been trashed by political hustlers trying to re-frame an iconic American experience to fit their own self-serving agenda. I've often said that if I were born elsewhere, I would be the first in line...4:30 PM in Illegal Immigration, Patriotism | Permalink | Comments (6)
Quivering Daughters review - prologue
[This is not my review, but a personal introduction of this particular reviewer] I must have 20 books in my queue to read for review right now - not to mention that I am behind on our summer reading - Diary of a Country Priest. But some who know me...1:15 PM in Books, Catholicism, Church Issues, Spiritual abuse | Permalink | Comments (3)
Marriage preparation - your input, please
Dear Barbara, I know you are extremely busy right now, and I so appreciate your commitment to keeping us all informed despite your fun personal life. :) My cousin, Roman Catholic, is preparing to marry her fiance this October and I wondered if you had any marriage preparation materials you...10:22 AM in Marriage | Permalink | Comments (10)
Real Simple writing contest
ad = adFactory.getAd(170,30);ad.write(); The Third-Annual Life Lessons Essay Contest Enter your essay in Real Simple's yearly contest. Finish this sentence: "I never thought I'd. . ."Have you ever taken a huge, surprising risk? Did you climb a mountain? Go back to school? Get married (again)? Tell us about it:...10:17 AM in Contest, Writing | Permalink | Comments (1)
Sharia law in Dearborn, MI trumps Constitution
Dearborn Police: Defending Islam against the Constitution I prefer dangerous freedom over peaceful slavery. ~Thomas Jefferson HT: Sarah, who adds: I'm all for protecting the rights and freedoms of the Muslims to peacefully worship, but not at the expense of our Constitutional freedoms....9:28 AM in Islam issues, Oppression | Permalink | Comments (1)
Thanks for using my Amazon link!
A big thank you to the reader/readers who purchased an iPod and some other big-ticket items through my Amazon link a few days ago. While I can't see who bought what, I do receive a daily report on purchases - a daily reminder to be grateful for your support...8:53 AM in | Permalink | Comments (0)
AVG computer protection - free download
In case anyone needs this: Hello Ms. Curtis, Summer is officially here and that means your teens and young adults are on break and likely to spend lots of time in front of the computer screen. But while many youth are concerned with internet security, most still engage in...8:41 AM in Bargains, Safety | Permalink | Comments (4)
850 Rabbis say Kagan unfit to serve on Supreme Court
Presumably censored by the Propaganda Press, reported by Jewish sources and CNS:Jewish Clergy Group: Elena Kagan Isn't 'Kosher' to Serve on Supreme Court Friday, June 25, 2010 By Pete Winn, Senior Writer/Editor Rabbi Yehuda Levin, spokesman for the Rabbinical Alliance of America. (Photo courtesy of the Alliance)(CNSNews.com) - Supreme Court...8:34 AM in Elena Kagan, Media Bias, Obama Nation, Supreme Court | Permalink | Comments (0)
The difference between Arabs and Jews
From my email this morning - thank you, Elsa:The Global Islamic population is approximately 1,200,000,000- ONE BILLION TWO HUNDRED MILLION or 20% of the world's population.They have received the following Nobel Prizes:Literature:1988 - Najib MahfoozPeace:1978 - Mohamed Anwar El-Sadat1994 - Yaser Arafat:1990 - Elias James Corey1999 - Ahmed ZewaiEconomics: (zero)Physics:...8:01 AM in Islam issues, Israel, Patriotism | Permalink | Comments (1)
