February 2011
February 28, 2011
Obama: Obamacare duplicity
It must be painful to be one of the state governors being entertained and lectured at the White House this week. IN PUBLIC: Obama offers states flexibility on health care law... IN PRIVATE: Tells liberals move will allow states to enact even more expansive reform... Heritage Foundation: Obama's Phony Obamacare...3:48 PM in Obamacare | Permalink | Comments (0)
Parental Rights: "The Child" on TV March 7
190Sharevar addthis_config = {"data_track_clickback":true}; The Child Comes to Television March 7 Next Monday, March 7, Watchman Cinema's parental rights documentary The Child: America's Battle for the Next Generation will be aired on National Religious Broadcasters (NRB) network. The film will air at 8 p.m. Eastern and again four hours later...12:38 PM in Parental Rights | Permalink | Comments (0)
Pro-life Flash Mob surprises Chicago pro-choice
Pro-Life Flash Mob in Chicago Surprises "Walk for Choice" From Brother Joshua Caswell, SJC: Pro-Life Flash Mob in Chicago Surprises "Walk for Choice" CHICAGO - A pro-abortion "Walk for Choice" rally was held in downtown Chicago's Daley Plaza on Saturday, February 26, 2011. Participants of the "Walk for Choice"...7:26 AM in Pro-Life Issues | Permalink | Comments (16)
Egypt proved Obama and advisors third-rate
Another interesting illustration of how the propaganda press tried desperately to spin the Egyptian uprising to build up Obama - even while he and his administration behaved like fools. Just more lessons in why a narcissist cannot lead effectively. Though this taped a couple weeks ago, the conclusions are timeless....7:10 AM in Obama Nation | Permalink | Comments (4)
Dover coloring books sale - 4-for-3 at Amazon
Amazon is having a 4-for-3 sale right now, so it's a great time to stock up on Dover coloring books. First, if you're new here, I want you to know why coloring books can be of enormous benefit to your child in developing concentration and pincer grasp for handwriting control....6:42 AM in Bargains, Montessori | Permalink | Comments (0)
Kumon workbooks - 4-for-3 at Amazon
Rerunning this because of Amazon's current 4-for-3 sale. Read below to see how you can use a laminator to get the most out of these friendly workbooks: I first heard of Kumon when our next door neighbors in Novato sent their children to Kumon classes after school to enhance their...6:29 AM in Books, Homeschooling, Saving money | Permalink | Comments (0)
4-for-3 Sale at Amazon
Great time to stock up on books (and housewares - see * below) you've had on your wish list. Amazon is having its 4-for-3 sale: order any four eligible books under $10 and get the lowest-price book free. If your order totals over $25, be sure to opt for...6:05 AM in Saving Money | Permalink | Comments (0)
February 27, 2011
Was Margaret Sanger a racist?
The investigators at Blood Money are doing a great work, exposing the truth about the abortion industry through their film - and the history of Planned Parenthood on their blog: Planned Parenthood - Eugenic Roots Posted on February 24, 2011 by Bloodmoney Planned Parenthood is not a name people normally...1:28 PM in Planned Parenthood, Pro-Life Issues | Permalink | Comments (0)
Matisyahu - Hasidic Reggae
Playing in our kitchen while cleaning up after lunch: Matisyahu - Indestructible MatisyahuWorld.com I first featured Matisyahu four years ago when my son Josh turned me on to him. Now lots of people know about him - which is great because he is a bright light!...1:12 PM in Inspiration, Music | Permalink | Comments (1)
Obamas dig Motown while world in peril
No rhythm is right. Narcissism makes it so hard to put things in perspective. Michelle just returned from a big ski vacation with the girls in Vail, but still has money to burn - ours: No Rhythm: Obama Dances at White House Party While World Burns Obamas Dancin' in the...10:49 AM in Liberal Hypocrisy | Permalink | Comments (0)
US Bishops decry Obama nix of marriage law
Re: Obama Drops DOMA: USCCB Decries Refusal to Support Defense of Marriage ActWASHINGTON (February 23, 2011) -- The United States Conference of Catholic Bishops issues the following from its Office of General Counsel:"Marriage has been understood for millennia and across cultures as the union of one man and one woman. ...10:41 AM in Homosexuality, Marriage, Pro-Life Issues | Permalink | Comments (0)
Trusting God - Elisabeth Elliot
Parable in a Car Wash by Elisabeth ElliotMy eighteen-month-old grandson Walter, his father, and I were out for a drive when his father decided it was time to have the car washed. Those automatic car washes can be a bit scary on the first run-through, even for an adult....9:59 AM in Inspiration | Permalink | Comments (1)
Shariah for America - get the facts
Bookmark this page. Study it. Consider the coming March 3 protest to demand Shariah law in America. Read the following articles at Shariah4America: Do NOT Obey the Law of the Land There is a common misconception among Muslims today, that they are obliged to obey the law of the...9:10 AM in Islam issues, Terrorism | Permalink | Comments (0)
Choudary March 3 WH protest: Shariah in America
Sometimes you have to go overseas to find out what's going on in the US, bluntly stated. This should be very interesting - a real wake up call. Don't look for much authentic coverage here, though: Extremist cleric to lead White House protest calling for Muslims to 'rise up and...8:53 AM in Islam issues, Terrorism | Permalink | Comments (0)
February 26, 2011
Obama drops DOMA, hires gay social director
This story has greater significance than just the specifics of the Defense of Marriage Act. It signals a style of governing never seen in America - law by executive fiat. As Newt Gingrich said, picture if there were a President Sarah Palin and she chose to just ignore a law...10:37 AM in Homosexuality, Obama Nation | Permalink | Comments (0)
February 25, 2011
Wisconsin Democrats throw tantrum after vote
I honestly think this Wisconsin debacle has been the best thing that's happened in a long time. It's exposed the public sector unions for what they are: a corrupt bunch of fat cats who have accumulated perks and protections for their members way, way beyond the average American "worker" (as...2:40 PM in Good news, Government Corruption | Permalink | Comments (1)
VA to regulate abortion "clinics" - it's about time!
Talk about slanted reporting!! But first, let me say how how grateful I am for our current state government, and how proud I am to be a Virginian!Okay, you might think that our lawmakers passed legislation eliminating some of our 21 abortion clinics. This is so not the case, that...2:22 PM in Media Bias, Planned Parenthood, Pro-Life Issues | Permalink | Comments (1)
February 24, 2011
Recovering Faith - Barbara Curtis becomes Catholic
Recovering Faith: Stories of Catholics Who Came Home Author(s): Lorene Hanley DuquinProduct Description: "I was there physically, but I was mentally and spiritually absent...""I had so much hurt and misinformation about what the Church was and wasn't."Every person's journey of faith is filled with twists and turns. Now, Recovering Faith...5:48 PM in Books, My life | Permalink | Comments (10)
Children in church
I write a weekly column for our church bulletin (you can find them all archived at St. Francis de Sales). Thought you might like last Sunday's: Let the children come unto Him At a recent Mass I found myself distracted by two little boys who'd come to church fully equipped...1:40 PM in Church Issues, Mothering, Preschoolers, Spiritual education, Toddlers | Permalink | Comments (13)
Obama hides lobbyist visits
From the administration that promised and still continues to boast - falsely - that they are the most transparent in history: More subterfuge, lies and hypocrisy: Lobbyists: White House sends meetings off-site to hide them Lobbyists say Obama aides shunt them to the Jackson Place Complex. By CHRIS FRATES |...11:19 AM in Liberal Hypocrisy | Permalink | Comments (0)
Recommended: Tales of the Kingdom
I'm catching up on email, so this is late - but better late than never. My kids read these when we were homeschooling back in the 90s. I haven't read them myself, but trust Rachel's recommendation: Hi Barbara! I don't know if you've ever read these, but I thought I...10:50 AM in Books, Teens and Tweens | Permalink | Comments (0)
February 23, 2011
Michael Card: Sleep Sound in Jesus
I ran this a year ago - but for the benefit of new readers, want to run it again. I wish there were a YouTube of Michael Card singing The Lord Bless yOu and Keep You - or Sleep Sound in Jesus or the other wonderful songs and lullabies on...4:09 PM in Babies, Mothering, Music, Special education | Permalink | Comments (7)
A family blessing - small change, big rewards
A MommyLife golden oldie: 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...4:02 PM in Mothering, Spiritual education | Permalink | Comments (3)
Church and disabilities: DC conference 3/19
Ministry with Persons with Disabilities Conference Flyer Third Annual Conference on Faith, Deafness and Disabilities: Creating Communities Where All Can Lead Saturday, March 19, 2011 8:15 AM - 5:00 PM The Third Annual Conference on Faith, Deafness and Disabilities will bring together persons interested in creating social and...3:46 PM in Catholicism | Permalink | Comments (0)
The Muslim-Nazi connection
Amin Al Husseini inspects his Muslim Nazi Hanzar troops 1943 Nazi propaganda poster featuring Amin Al Husseini recruiting young Muslims. Bosnian Nazi Muslim Flag under Amin Al Husseini - 1943 Amin Al Husseini in Berlin during World War II. anar, our tireless apologist for Muslim/terrorism, left this comment:There is...1:45 PM in Islam issues, Terrorism | Permalink | Comments (0)
Avett Brothers - Murder in the City
This is a Curtis Family favorite. "Always remember there was nothing worth sharing like the love that let us share our name." Forgive the ad - these guys have to earn a living :) Avett Brothers - Murder in the City...9:29 AM in Music | Permalink | Comments (1)
Obama's army of community organizers
This man and his methods are so scary. And the dirty little secret is probably that they've found ways to finance this "training" with tax dollars. I hope someone is on this:Obama recruits an army of community organizers to carry his 'movement forward for years to come' February 23, 2011 | ...7:56 AM in 2012 elections, Obama Nation, Propaganda | Permalink | Comments (0)
Priest praises Catholic couple killed by Somali pirates
The backstory you may have missed - and btw, why hasn't our president commented on this tragedy? I guess it's not politically useful to him, so in Obama's World it never happened: Somali Pirates kill 4 Americans From CNA: Pastor of Catholic couple killed by Somali pirates praises their faith...6:27 AM in Liberal Hypocrisy, Terrorism | Permalink | Comments (3)
February 22, 2011
European culture died at Auschwitz - Muslim threat lives on
HT: Dorothy Following is a copy of an article written by Spanish writer Sebastian Vilar Rodrigez and published in a Spanish newspaper on Jan. 15, 2008. It doesn't take much imagination to extrapolate the message to the rest of Europe - and possibly to the rest of the world. REMEMBER...8:19 PM in Islam issues, Israel | Permalink | Comments (4)
The damage Obama has done
So bad that it's not unreasonable to think he's purposely set out to destroy. And this doesn't even address the destruction of our standing in the world and our relationships with former allies. God help our country! THE DAMAGE OBAMA HAS DONEBy DICK MORRIS & EILEEN MCGANNPublished on DickMorris.comon February...4:21 PM in Obama Nation | Permalink | Comments (0)
Loudoun CountyWayde Byard on YouTube
It snowed last night, so at Friends of Wayde Byard we were all in a tizzy about the phone call he would probably be making this morning. We were not disappointed. At 6:00 am (usually it's 5:30) Wayde called to say there would be no school. Hooray! If you haven't...3:46 PM in Humor, Loudoun County, Public schools | Permalink | Comments (0)
Muslims to exectute Afghani Christian convert
Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Online Version Afghani convert to Christ about to be executed by Muslim government February 21, 2011 Said Musa is a former Muslim who converted to Christ about eight years ago. He has been sentenced to die by the Afghan government for the...2:06 PM in Activism, Islam issues | Permalink | Comments (0)
Loudoun: Kids' clothing sale April 2-4
Welcome to My Child's Closet! Join Us For Our Saturday, April 2nd through Monday, April 4th, 2011 Loudoun Fairgrounds Main Arena 17558 Dry Mill Road Leesburg, VA 20175 For more information, to consign, to volunteer (and get to shop early), go to My Child's Closet....11:28 AM in Saving money | Permalink | Comments (0)
February 21, 2011
Australian longs for Sharia Law
Hi Barbara, I thought you might find this article interesting. It was printed in The Australian newspaper and I was shocked at how blatantly it expressed the ambitions of fundamental Muslims to conquer the world and impose sharia law. It is interesting that one can be tried for "hate crimes"...9:00 PM in Islam issues, Terrorism | Permalink | Comments (2)
Will we hear from Wayde Byard tomorrow morning?
We're having sleet and snow here tonight. Expecting 4-6 inches accumulation after midnight. Many of us are waiting with bated breath for our call tomorrow morning from Wayde Byard. Be sure to drop my Friends of Wayde Byard, join if you haven't already, drop him a line - and...8:34 PM in Loudoun County, Public schools | Permalink | Comments (0)
Understanding Obama: The Making of a Fuhrer
This has been in my Inbox for almost a year - but as true today as yesterday:I decided today to look back over the article "Obama, The Making of a Fuhrer" by Ali Sina, an article which was published in fall of 2008, before Barack Obama was elected president. Look...8:02 PM in Obama Nation | Permalink | Comments (2)
Growing up without a cell phone - and a bunch of other stuff
From Tripp:Growing up without a cell phone!! OH NO!!! When I was a kid, adults used to bore me to tears with their tedious diatribes about how hard things were. When they were growing up; what with walking twenty-five miles to school every morning.... Uphill... Barefoot...BOTH ways... yadda, yadda, yadda And...7:31 PM in Nostalgia | Permalink | Comments (3)
States' economic health, fiscal responsibility
Last month I got this question in my email: Have you found any good interactive maps that show the economic health and fiscal responsibility of each state in the U.S.? Thanks, Ambar I've taken a few stabs at researching this, but haven't been able to come up with a site...7:07 PM in Downsizing | Permalink | Comments (0)
Carrot, egg or coffee: which are you?
From my daughter Samantha:A Carrot, an Egg & a Cup of Coffee A young woman went to her mother and told her about her life and how things were so hard for her. She did not know how she was going to make it and wanted to give up. She...6:59 PM in Inspiration | Permalink | Comments (0)
Loudoun VSA presents Spring Cancelled! 3/4-13
These Very Special Arts productions are - well, very special! The cast includes individuals of all ages and ability levels and the plays are specially written to help each cast member shine! Jonny, Jesse and Justin will be in this production, which will be preformed at Franklin Performing Arts...6:44 PM in Entertainment, Family, Loudoun County, Purcellville | Permalink | Comments (0)
Noah's Ark: modern update
From my friend Ann: In the year 2009, the Lord came unto Noah and said: 'Once again, the earth has become wicked and I see the end of all flash before me.'Build another Ark and save 2 of every living thing along with a few good humans.'He gave Noah the...5:19 PM in Humor | Permalink | Comments (0)
Obama admin hiring for social network propaganda
US Gov. Software Creates 'Fake People' on Social Networks to Promote Propaganda February 18th, 2011 12:31 am ET The US government is offering private intelligence companies contracts to create software to manage "fake people" on social media sites and create the illusion of consensus on controversial issues. The contract...5:10 PM in Obama Nation, Oppression, Propaganda | Permalink | Comments (2)
Thriving Family - free subscription!
Hi Barbara, I wanted to let you know of something I just posted on my blog: Focus on the Family's "Thriving Family" magazine is now free! This magazine has been such a blessing in my family's life, not just in the hard times, but in the fun times, too....5:00 PM in Free stuff, Parenting | Permalink | Comments (1)
Manassas, VA: 40 Days for Life begins 3/9
This is the announcement for my closest 40 Days for Life prayer vigil - Manassas. To find one near you, Visit 40 Days for Life. Please leave a comment if you will be participating in Manassas or anywhere else. Our Goal: Building a Culture of Life!Welcome to our Spring,...4:22 PM in Activism, Pro-Life Issues | Permalink | Comments (2)
World Vision - not 100% pro-life
I very much appreciate the research done by John and Susan to bring this information to our attention. I'm not suggesting any particular course of action, but would like to hear your comments. Hi Barbara, First, just wanted to say that we really enjoy your MommyLife blog. We noticed that...3:59 PM in Pro-Life Issues | Permalink | Comments (9)
Obama, Organizing for America, and Wisconsin
Shameless huckstering - as opportunistic as Jesse Jackson - from the president: Why is it always a fight? A struggle? Straight out of the Alinsky playbook: keep them agitated over supposed enemies - and in the palm of your hand. Never too late to read Rules for Radicals - and...9:31 AM in Obama Nation, Rules for Radicals | Permalink | Comments (0)
Rasmussen poll: Obama approval down to 44%
The Rasmussen Reports daily Presidential Tracking Poll for Monday shows that 23% of the nation's voters Strongly Approve of the way that Barack Obama is performing his role as president. Forty-one percent (41%) Strongly Disapprove, giving Obama a Presidential Approval Index rating of -18 (see trends). Yesterday and today...8:07 AM in Obama Nation | Permalink | Comments (0)
February 20, 2011
The Gettysburg Address Animated
Jane sent this - it is very cool: Gettysburg Address from Adam Gault on Vimeo. The Gettysburg Address Animated That could be the most powerful piece of writing ever....8:53 PM in History | Permalink | Comments (0)
Ft. Hood Shooter Hassan: "A Ticking Time Bomb"
Ever wonder what happened to the assassin Obama and the State-Controlled Media were so careful not to call a radical Islamist or terrorist - even though he yelled "Allahu Akbar!" before shooting up our troops?'Here's the report from the Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs - 15...8:37 PM in Islam issues, Terrorism | Permalink | Comments (0)
World's biggest family: 39 wives, 94 children
The world's biggest family: The man with 39 wives, 94 children and 33 grandchildrenby Daily Mail ReporterHe is head of the world's biggest family - and says he is 'blessed' to have his 39 wives. Ziona Chana also has 94 children, 14-daughters-in-law and 33 grandchildren. They live in a 100-room,...7:47 PM in Big families | Permalink | Comments (3)
February 19, 2011
Union workers have it made - compare small business
This came in as a comment from Marian - but deserves the main stage. Sure to resonate with anyone - like Tripp and me - who's ever built/owned a small business: Ironic that the very people who have the most job security and cushy benefits - government employees -...1:27 PM in Conservatism | Permalink | Comments (11)
Barbara Curtis books on sale!
See that banner at the top? It means my books are on sale for the next two weeks: 3 for $30, plus free shipping. Here's the pep talk I've run before: *sigh* These books aren't doing anyone any good sitting on my shelf - or tucked away in boxes...7:57 AM in Montessori, Mothering | Permalink | Comments (0)
Paperback Swap - free books!
I mentioned Paperback Swap in my last post - and every time I mention it, I want to tell you all again. So many of you have joined and are now enjoying the give and take of free books with others who love to read: This is amazing!! At...7:48 AM in Free stuff | Permalink | Comments (0)
Art: enriching your child's life the Montessori way
We've been on the subject of art, so I want to draw your attention to books which you might want to add to your homeschool/family library, keeping in mind the Montessori principle of a prepared environment. Even if you don't know much about art, your kids are like sponges and...6:49 AM in Art, Montessori, Preschoolers, Resources, Toddlers | Permalink | Comments (2)
Wisconsin: Ground Zero in fight for our country
Which is why our opportunist president has inappropriately sided with greedy unions against fiscal responsibility, why he is interfering in state matters (Arizona deja vu) and why he is mobilizing his Brown Shirts (Organizing for America - MyBarackObama.com) and out-of-state union thugs to intimidate a governor doing the job he...6:26 AM in Government Corruption, Public schools, Tea Party USA | Permalink | Comments (0)
February 18, 2011
Down syndrome adoption story
The birth mother made this video to share the story of her son's birth and adoption: Neko's Journey...6:16 PM in Adoption, Down syndrome, Pro-Life Issues | Permalink | Comments (1)
Futuristic commercial: US falls to China
U.S. Bans Commercial (November 2010) (UPDATE JAN. 18, 2011)!!! HT: andie...6:09 PM in Obama Nation | Permalink | Comments (0)
Illinois: 4000 protest, see homeshool victory
From LifeSite News, more good news: No vote on Illinois homeschooling bill after thousands protest by Rebecca Millette SPRINGFIELD, Illinois, February 17, 2011 (LifeSiteNews.com) - An estimated 4,000 concerned homeschooling parents and advocates crowded the Illinois state Senate building on Tuesday to protest a bill that would require homeschoolers to...5:53 PM in Activism, Good news, Homeschooling | Permalink | Comments (2)
Giant Food donates $75,000 to Salvation Army
This news made me very happy - especially as Giant cut back on Salvation Army's bell-ringing time last Christmas. This restores my faith in Giant Food: Giant Food Donates $75K to The Salvation Army Landover, Md. (February 17, 2011) - Last week, Giant Food of Landover, Md. began a...5:06 PM in Good news | Permalink | Comments (1)
Wisconsin: 2/19 rally to support Gov. Walker
CAPITOL RALLY Title: CAPITOL RALLY - TEA PARTY LED Location: Madison, WI Description: Tea Party rally planned for Capitol Saturday Tea Party groups are amassing for a rally at noon on Saturday to counter the protests against Gov. Scott Walker's budget repair bill. Tim Dake, an organizer of the...4:55 PM in Activism, Tea Party USA | Permalink | Comments (1)
Tea Party Statement on Wisconsin
Statement About Wisconsin Official statement from Tea Party Patriot founders Jenny Beth Martin and Mark Meckler "In the current situation in Wisconsin, we see Democratic politicians and their constituency standing against democracy. Instead of responding to the will of the people, Democratic legislators are in hiding, and...4:46 PM in Activism, Tea Party USA | Permalink | Comments (0)
House defunds Planned Parenthood, net neutrality, healthcare
Despite the state-run media's lack of interest in what's going on in Congress, our new conservatives are pushing ahead, doing what we elected them to do: Three reasons to be grateful today:HOUSE PULLS PLUG ON HEALTHCARE FUNDS... Votes to defund Planned Parenthood... Blocks 'net neutrality' funds...Keep up the good work! ...4:23 PM in Good news | Permalink | Comments (1)
Wisconsin teachers compensation tops 100K!
Average MPS Compensation Tops $100k! These teachers have committed fraud by calling in sick, then coming to the Capitol to intimidate lawmakers into exempting them from cuts everyone outside government and unions is having to face. And the our president and his state-controlled media have committed fraud by misrepresenting...4:16 PM in Media Bias, Propaganda, Public schools | Permalink | Comments (0)
More random Curtis pictures
More -even more random - pictures: As I drive the kids down to the bus stop each morning, we're occasionally treated to this spectacular view as a red rising sun illuminated the currently barren trees on the Blue Ridge Mountains. I've always wanted to get a picture of it,...3:41 PM in Family | Permalink | Comments (0)
Random Curtis Pictures
My sweet boys, waiting for basketball practice: They practice every Wednesday night and Saturday morning with Special Olympics. Here Daniel makes a shot: They've really gotten into creating costumes - mixing a wide range of heroes/genres: Sophia and her sweetheart Josh as Katisha and KoKo in The Mikado, which...2:26 PM in Family | Permalink | Comments (0)
Wisconsin: More Media Spin for Obama
Truly, we are through the Looking Glass in Wisconsin. Questions: 1) Why the discrepancy in coverage between media coverage of a few thousand teachers about to blow a gasket and millions of pro-Constitution demonstrators across the country? 2) Does the state-controlled media really expect us to sympathize with a bunch of...12:38 PM in 2012 elections, Liberal Hypocrisy, Media Bias, Obama Nation | Permalink | Comments (1)
Billy Ray Cyrus regrets Miley's fame
In an interview with GQ, Billy Ray Cyrus faces up to the consequences of poor parenting: Mr. Hannah Montana's Achy Broken Heart These days Billy Ray Cyrus's life is imitating a bad country song: He's headed for a messy divorce, his record company just delayed his latest comeback, and...9:42 AM in Parenting | Permalink | Comments (1)
Stink bug invasion 2011 begins - pesticide
All those stink bugs who crept through every available opening to get into our house last fall are making their comeback as the metro area is enjoying some unseasonably warm weather. Last night I woke around 2 and couldn't sleep so started reading. A stink bug appeared on my headboard...8:32 AM in Health, Practical Info | Permalink | Comments (0)
Art for children - Part 2
Someone ordered these a while ago through Amazon - I can see what was ordered, but not who did the ordering, and I check the list sometimes for good ideas (feel free to send me some too!). And many, many thanks to those of you who remember to order...8:25 AM in Art, Montessori, Preschoolers, Toddlers | Permalink | Comments (0)
Vote to defund Planned Parenthood: Call Congress Now
Congress will vote THIS AFTERNOON on measures that would prevent government funding for the nation's largest abortion chain -- Planned Parenthood, an organization that raked in over $360,000,000 in taxpayer dollars last year. It's absolutely vital that you call your Member of Congress RIGHT NOW and tell them how...8:17 AM in Activism, Planned Parenthood, Pro-Life Issues | Permalink | Comments (1)
The Making of America - 2/26 Reston, VA
This event sounds helpful for grounding families in the Constitution:THE MAKING OFAMERICA A LEARNING EXPERIENCE YOUR FAMILY WILL NEVER FORGET Dr. W. Cleon Skousen and his staff spent 16 years researching the writings of our Founding Fathers, from which this seminar is based. This will be one of the most...7:29 AM in History, Patriotism | Permalink | Comments (1)
February 17, 2011
US to rebuke Israel at UN
This is so sad - and so alarming. This man has turned our foreign relations upside down and paved the way for the destruction of Israel.Click headline for story: USA TO REBUKE ISRAEL AT UN...5:02 AM in Israel, Obama Nation | Permalink | Comments (0)
February 16, 2011
New DC late-term abortionist Pendergraft's brutal record
CNS reports: New DC Late-Term Abortion Biz Injects Babies, Abandons Womenby Steven Ertelt | Washington, DC | LifeNews.com | 1/31/11 12:56 PMJames Pendergraft, a Florida-based abortion business owner has had his medical licenses suspended four times for violations, has reportedly opened up a new late-term abortion business in the Washington,...12:49 PM in Pro-Life Issues | Permalink | Comments (1)
House's Lisa Edelstein abortion ad
"We Won't Go Back" featuring Lisa Edelstein...12:36 PM in Pro-Life Issues | Permalink | Comments (7)
Gender differences - Harvard humor
#3 Son Zach showed me this - hilarious (one profanity): Harvard Sailing Team - Boys Will Be Girls The response (many profanities): Harvard Sailing Team: Girls Will Be Boys But as my son #2 Matt commented: This is way too much talking for guys. . . ....9:04 AM in Gender differences, Humor | Permalink | Comments (2)
Art for Children - Part 1
Kid Friendly Art One simple way to enrich the lives of your children is to bring art into your home. You don't have to know much to get started - I didn't! - but the key for moms is to see things through a child's eyes. Kids are so...8:58 AM in Art, Montessori, Preschoolers | Permalink | Comments (0)
Muslim Brotherhood - spokesman Qaradawi
The Voice of Egypt's Muslim Brotherhood Islam's Spiritual 'Dear Abby' By Alexander Smoltczyk 02/15/2011 He is a hypermarket of dogma, dispensing advice on subjects ranging from mother's milk to suicide bombing. But few have as much influence on Sunni Muslims as the Muslim televangelist Youssef al-Qaradawi. He says what...8:29 AM in Islam issues, Terrorism | Permalink | Comments (0)
Dearborn, MI - under Shariah law?
Is it just me or does it seem that Dearborn, Michigan is already living under Shariah law? This isn't the first time I've seen the Dearborn police serving Muslims and discriminating against Christians exercising their right to free speech:Young Christian Arrested at Dearborn Arab Festival Tells Her Story to Judge...7:51 AM in Christian Persecution, Islam issues | Permalink | Comments (0)
Chicken Broccoli Curry Casserole
Between rehearsing for Very Special Arts and dribbling through Special Olympics basketball, our kids have been keeping us pretty busy on school nights. So I'm looking forward to making a "real" dinner tonight - something that means a long time in the kitchen preparing and the reward of seeing...7:08 AM in Recipes | Permalink | Comments (0)
Famous Islamophobes - Adams, Jefferson, Churchill
Americans need to educate themselves about the true nature of Islam and to educate others. Do not be intimidated by the label Islamophobe - a technique used to silence thoughtful discussion. Phobia means fear. We who are trying to get to the truth about the "Religion of Peace" - which...6:15 AM in Islam issues, Multiculturalism, Terrorism | Permalink | Comments (1)
February 15, 2011
CBS reporter raped, beaten by 2/11 Egyptian mob
[Update: the Egyptian thugs who raped and beat Ms. Logan by what our media has represented as a "celebration" of Murbarak's stepping down were yelling "Jew! Jew!" as they brutalized her - a fact left out of US state-controlled media accounts since it doesn't fit Obama's template of the "young...8:14 PM in Islam issues | Permalink | Comments (9)
Obsession: Radical Islam's War Against the West
Please take an hour to educate yourself and your family. This is told from the point of view of Muslims themselves, who at great risk are speaking out about radical Islam's designs to overcome all resistance. Interesting comparison with the rise of Hitler and the politics of appeasement: Using...7:43 PM in Islam issues, Terrorism | Permalink | Comments (1)
Multiculturalism has failed Germany, France, Britain
When are we going to get the message? Europe waited until it is probably too late. Our making an idol of multiculturalism and tolerance will have the same tragic ending if we don't get a grip and demand that American values and pride in our country and heritage be taught...7:20 PM in Islam issues, Multiculturalism | Permalink | Comments (0)
Global Islam - demographic problem
Very Sobering Video, Demographic Problem, Whats The Answer? See also: Germany, France Britain agree; multiculturalism failed Obsession: Radical Islam's War Against the West Famous Islamophobes: Jefferson, Adams, Churchill...7:10 PM in Islam issues | Permalink | Comments (0)
Blood Money blog exposes abortion industry
Barbara, Blood Money Film is starting a blog! Each week (or so), we'll be taking a hard look at the abortion issues we covered in our documentary. We won't be whitewashing and we won't speculating. We'll cover things like: The real effects of abortion on women, from their own mouthsDocumented...7:03 PM in Planned Parenthood, Pro-Life Issues | Permalink | Comments (0)
Planned Parenthood: Blood Money film
Bloodmoney Trailer Dear Barbara, The PRO-LIFE film Bloodmoney, narrated by Dr. Alveda King is now available for purchase on DVD. This film features interviews with Norma McCorvey, Father Frank Pavone, Joe Scheidler, Carol Everett, Troy Newman, Father Tom Euteneuer, and others. Hear the powerful and moving testimonies of post-abortive women,...6:56 PM in Planned Parenthood, Pro-Life Issues | Permalink | Comments (0)
How feminists think: girly girls brainwashed
For some reason, I am on Ms. magazine's email list. While I was a charter subscriber in 1971, I haven't identified myself with the Sisterhood for over 20 years. But I like keeping tabs on what they're thinking - like last month when they represented pro-life women as angry, deceitful...1:53 PM in Feminism, Gender differences | Permalink | Comments (11)
Loudoun Valley High Partners Club Dance
On February 5, LVHS hosted its annual Partners Club Dance - which brings together disabled and able-bodied students from several area high schools for one of the most fun nights of dancing around. Can you spot Jonny? Daniel's in one of the shots as well! Partners Club Ball...12:37 PM in Disabilities, Family, Inclusion, Loudoun County, Public schools | Permalink | Comments (0)
February 14, 2011
Papageno/Papagena - opera celebrates marriage
I took my son Ben to see Mozart's Die Zauberflote - The Magic Flute - at the Berkeley Opera in 1993. He was only eight years old - but he was mesmerized by the spectacle and the music. Fifteen years later he was in The Magic Flute, playing Papageno,...8:56 PM in Music, Valentine's Day | Permalink | Comments (2)
Valentines Day: The benefits of marriage
On Valentines Day, Share the Word About the Benefits of Marriage On Valentines Day, Share the Word About the Benefits of Marriage As millions of rose bouquets grace kitchen tables and office desks across America and dozens of chocolate delicacies are savored after candlelight dinners, card companies, jewelry stores...8:38 PM in Marriage, Valentine's Day | Permalink | Comments (0)
Google's Valentine - and one from me
Reminded me of this 2008 picture I took of Sophia on our trip to New York - Happy Valentines Day to my readers:...2:55 PM in Valentine's Day | Permalink | Comments (0)
Van Gogh's Starry Night products
Inspired when I was looking for an Amazon link for a print of Starry Night. Do you have any idea how many products there are out there graced with Van Gogh? You can inject art into your child's life - just replace Dora and Spongebob with timeless, beautiful art. Always...1:13 PM in Art | Permalink | Comments (3)
Starry Starry Night - Van Gogh slideshow
Starry Starry Night This piece by Don McLean came out in the 70's but I hope that those of you much younger than I have heard it. Don is most famous for his cryptic song American Pie - and I guess he's still making music because I found a...9:23 AM in Art | Permalink | Comments (1)
Ergonomic keyboard
One behind-the-scenes I should share is that at one time I got carpal tunnel syndrome. It was just after I wrote my first book and it took a while to get diagnosed properly because unfortunately, the pain was referred to my shoulder even though it was my wrist which was...8:53 AM in Blogging, Health, My life | Permalink | Comments (0)
New - share anything you read at MommyLife
See those buttons in the top right of each entry? It means you can quickly and easily email, facebook or twitter any blog entry to someone who needs to read it! My BlogGuru Ed - who has maintained and helped me develop my blog for SIX YEARS! - added...8:30 AM in Blogging | Permalink | Comments (0)
Montessori at home - a child-friendly environment
A MommyLife Golden Oldie - because I know there are new people here - and all of us (me too!) need reminders now and then :) No mother has to experience the Terrible Twos (or Threes or Fours or Fives). All it takes is understanding and practicing a few...7:42 AM in Montessori, Mothering, Preschoolers, Toddlers | Permalink | Comments (0)
February 13, 2011
Last minute Valentines
In case there are other mothers out there like me who realized after getting the kids to bed that tomorrow is Valentines Day and who are mortified that their little one will not have the prerequisite valentines, I did some exploring and found this really great site for print-your-own...9:19 PM in Valentine's Day | Permalink | Comments (0)
Amazon Mom - save even more money!
Sign up for Amazon Mom and get 3 months of free amazon prime (2 day) shipping. And with a baby store order of $25 or more it can be extended for another month. I thought of you when I saw this since you use amazon frequently. Here is the...7:22 PM in Saving Money | Permalink | Comments (3)
"I'm 63 and I'm Tired"
This email is making the rounds attributed to Robert A. Hall, the actor who plays the coroner on CSI. Robert A Hall is not an actor, but a former Massachusetts state senator and Marine Corps veteran who blogs at The Old Jarhead. This was his 2/19/09 entry - sure to...5:07 PM in Conservatism | Permalink | Comments (0)
Nutrivene users: pill organizer to increase independence
As regular readers here know, our mega-family is privileged to include4 sons with Down syndrome - one by birth (Jonny 18) and 3 through adoption (Jesse 15, Daniel 14, and Justin 10). With eight other "normal" kids (whatever that means), I'd already had lots of practice using my Montessori training...4:01 PM in Disabilities, Down syndrome, Health | Permalink | Comments (1)
Tea Party Patriots Summit: Phoenix 2/25-27 discount ends 2/14
Tea Party Patriots American Policy Summit More information at Tea Party Summit. If you have never been to an event like this, it can encourage and inspire you, get you networked and give you lots of ideas on how you can help. For the whole family - never too...3:49 PM in Activism, Conservative resources, Tea Party USA | Permalink | Comments (0)
Loudoun Public Schools: Budget reality check needed
My 2/4/11 Purcellville Gazette column may resonate with people from many other school districts too: LCPS Budget: Time for a Reality Check When it comes to hallowed institutions, Americans are by and large a trusting lot. Take public schools. Year after year, the same pattern: school officials propose a bigger...3:19 PM in Loudoun County, Public schools | Permalink | Comments (0)
Catholic confession app 1.99 - but free online
Have Some Sins To Confess? There's an App for That February 11, 2011 9:29AM Can your iPad or iPhone bring you closer to God? A new application for the devices aims to help Roman Catholics who haven't been to the confessional booth in a while keep track of their...2:09 PM in Catholicism | Permalink | Comments (1)
Parenting humor
A man was sick and tired of going to work every day while his wife stayed home. He wanted her to see what he went through so he prayed: 'Dear Lord: I go to work every day and put in 8 hours while my wife merely stays at home....1:54 PM in Humor, Mothering | Permalink | Comments (2)
Conservative rising: Allen West CPAC speech
Constantly under attack for being a black conservative/military hero, Rep. West quotes Isaiah 54:17: No weapon formed against you shall prosper. . . . Love how his faith is an inseparable part of who he is: Allen West Wraps Up C.P.A.C. 2/12/2011...1:46 PM in Conservatism | Permalink | Comments (0)
February 12, 2011
Curtis Family update
Dashing out the door to take Maddy to her audition for the Washington National Opera - the summer Opera Institute. It's 90 minutes from us, so that will take up most of the day. Tonight we will be going to see Matt's performance in The Wedding Singer. Sophia and...10:44 AM in Family | Permalink | Comments (3)
February 11, 2011
Egypt reveals Obama Regime inadequacies
So, I'm just curious: Why, if Obama doesn't think the US should be pre-eminent, did he feel it was his responsibility to order the Egyptians around? Why did Obama blather on about the glories of Egyptian dissent while scorning American dissent? If Obama's so big on revolution, why did...11:11 PM in Islam issues, Obama Nation | Permalink | Comments (3)
Beethoven's 9th - including Ode to Joy
Take some time to treat yourself to one of the most beautiful pieces of music ever composed: Beethoven: Sinfonie n. 9, Finale presto (2) Beethoven: Sinfonie n. 9, Finale presto (3) Be sure to show your children - they will enjoy seeing all the instruments - and the conductor is...10:11 PM in Music | Permalink | Comments (1)
February 10, 2011
Review: Abby Johnson's Unplanned
I was surprised by how much I liked Unplanned. I'll be honest, I usually find books within the Christian publishing industry to be lacking. It bothers me because my books are published by Christian publishers. Are our standards lower? You know, at one time there was no division in American...7:07 PM in Books, Planned Parenthood, Pro-Life Issues | Permalink | Comments (4)
Can you read this?
Amazing! Be sure to show your kids. Proving how the human mind works to overcome obstacles:I cnduo't bvleiee taht I culod aulaclty uesdtannrd waht I was rdnaieg. Unisg the icndeblire pweor of the hmuan mnid, aocdcrnig to rseecrah at Cmabrigde Uinervtisy, it dseno't mttaer in waht oderr the lterets in...6:48 PM in Fun Stuff | Permalink | Comments (5)
America in Color 1939-1943
For more perspective on today's standard of living. It haunts me that we feel entitled to so much more. What would we do if we had to face really hard times again? Could we handle? Notice the children singing in school. Not all of them have shoes.The pictures are breathtaking,...6:06 PM in History | Permalink | Comments (5)
Media ignore In God We Trust during SOTU
Becky sent me this right before the State of the Union: The One Thing You Won't See on TV at the State of the Union by Dennis Prager Tuesday, when you see President Obama give his State of the Union address, you will see four things: the president entering...5:17 PM in History, Media Bias, Oppression | Permalink | Comments (0)
Pencils and pencil grips for preschoolers
Rrunning this because a reader just wrote me who's having problems with her daughter not holding the pencil properly. Here are some things to try: Hey Barbara ; ) Hope you are doing well : ) I'm wondering if you have a favorite pick for writing utensils for little...5:13 PM in Montessori, Preschoolers, Toddlers | Permalink | Comments (1)
Call now to defund Obamacare
Please Phone these Six Members of Congress Right Now ACTION ALERT: TPP has learned that the defunding of Obamacare is NOT in the Continuing Resolution currently in process! We need you to call the GOP members of the House Rules Committee (where the first vote is expected in the next 24...2:12 PM in Activism, Obamacare | Permalink | Comments (1)
Egypt: Muslim Brotherhood a threat to freedom
Egypt's Muslim Brotherhood Lurks as a Long-Term Threat to Freedom Published on February 8, 2011 by James Phillips Although Egypt's widely supported protest movement was reportedly instigated by secular opposition activists, the largest and most well-organized group within Egypt's diverse coalition of opposition groups remains the Muslim Brotherhood, an...11:26 AM in Islam issues, Terrorism | Permalink | Comments (0)
Mo Hassan guilty of beheading his wife - 2009 honor killing
Remember this two years ago? On 2/12/09, a well-integrated "religion of peace" type Muslim beheaded his wife: ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. -- The crime drips with brutal irony: a woman decapitated, allegedly by her estranged husband, in the offices of the television network the couple founded with the hope of countering...10:45 AM in Islam issues | Permalink | Comments (3)
Best positions in bed
I just picked out a few of my favorites - you can see them all here....10:03 AM in Humor | Permalink | Comments (1)
Support VA pro-life amendments - call today!
You can be a pro-life activist without leaving your home. If you live in VA, call today! I just found out that my budget amendments to prohibit tax money for abortion and Planned Parenthood were not added to the budget bill at the Governor's direction. While the Governor said Planned...9:31 AM in Activism, Pro-Life Issues, Virginia | Permalink | Comments (0)
40 Days for Life 3/9 - 4/17 2011: Get involved!
40 Days for Life is a loving, prayerful approach to the tragedy of abortion. Anyone can participate by signing up with their local chapter to keep a prayer vigil going around the clock outside abortion clinics. Abby Johnson, former Planned Parenthood director credits 40 Days for Life with her own...8:48 AM in Pro-Life Issues | Permalink | Comments (2)
Amy Scott muses on lurking
I've "known" Amy Scott for nearly six years as we both actually started blogging in January 2005 - and there were lots fewer mommy bloggers then. We've corresponded from time to time, and it's always amazing - like seeing someone you haven't seen for years and picking up the conversation...8:14 AM in Blogging, My life | Permalink | Comments (14)
February 9, 2011
Loudoun Schools: Wayde Byard Meet & Greet 2/26
This is an inside Loudoun County joke - for parents to whom Wayde Byard's sultry early morning voice has become a welcome diversion on snow days.The Friends of Wayde Byard's Facebook page is now 1367 strong. We're all praying for more snow so we can once again hear Wayde's dulcet...11:23 PM in Loudoun County | Permalink | Comments (1)
February 8, 2011
Mandatory Arabic classes - Mansfield, TX
Mandatory Arabic Classes Coming Soon Mandatory Arabic Classes Coming To Mansfield February 7, 2011 11:03 PM MANSFIELD (CBSDFW.COM) - Some Students at Mansfield ISD schools could soon be learning Arabic as a required language. The school district wants students at select schools to take Arabic language and culture classes...2:16 PM in Islam issues | Permalink | Comments (6)
Barbara Curtis at St. John the Beloved, McLean
My next speaking engagement: Friday, February 11 10:00 am - 12:00 noon St. John the Beloved Church 6420 Linway Terrace McLean, VA 22101. This mothers' group has been studying the Fruit of the Spirit. My topic will be Love. Visitors are welcome - just email me and I will put...1:28 PM in Inspiration, Mothering, My life | Permalink | Comments (0)
Catholic Internet resources
I write a weekly column for my church - which you can always find archived at St. Francis deSales. Here is last week's: Catholic Internet Resources As a convert, I've had a lot of catching up to do. Thank goodness for the Internet, which offers a treasure trove of help...1:06 PM in Catholicism, Resources | Permalink | Comments (5)
Love inspires
Great quote I heard on EWTN Sunday, but I don't know who said it: Love inspires so much more than the law requires....9:51 AM in Inspiration | Permalink | Comments (2)
2011 Youth Rally and Mass for Life - Maddy sings
EWTN has the complete morning - you will be blessed to see the enthusiasm and joy of the crowd. Wouldn't you think the media would find this gathering of 20,000 - plus an overflow of 10,000 at the National Armory - just a little interesting? Maddy's appearance - singing...9:36 AM in Maddy, Pro-Life Issues | Permalink | Comments (0)
Schools to grade parents?
Florida lawmaker wants teachers to grade parents By John Couwels, CNN January 26, 2011 12:39 p.m. EST Orlando, Florida (CNN) -- If an elementary school teacher graded you on your involvement in your child's education, what kind of a grade would you get? Should your kid's first-grade teacher be...8:28 AM in Parental Rights, Public schools | Permalink | Comments (5)
New: Bronx NY Planned Parenthood sex-trafficking tape
Just breaking: At 6:00 this morning, LiveAction released its latest Planned Parenthood video: Bronx, NY Planned Parenthood Full Footage Bronx, NY Planned Parenthood Staffer Tells "Pimp" He Can Pose As Guardian To Get Tax Payer Funded Services For Underage Sex Workers NYC Planned Parenthood Supervisor, Employee Shown Willing to Assist...6:22 AM in Activism, Planned Parenthood, Pro-Life Issues | Permalink | Comments (1)
February 7, 2011
Planned Parenthood webcast - sex trafficking exposed
Watch the Expose Planned Parenthood Webcast Now! Family Research Council held a riveting webcast Thursday night, revealing new video evidence that Planned Parenthood is willing to aids and abet sex trafficking by lying and covering up the exploitation of underage girls. Forty thousand viewers tuned in that night. For...11:13 AM in Activism, Planned Parenthood, Pro-Life Issues | Permalink | Comments (1)
Planned Parenthood: 3 more videos show corruption
Links to the new videos at end of article: Three More Videos Show Planned Parenthood Helping Sex Traffickersby Steven Ertelt | Falls Church, VA | LifeNews.com | 2/4/11 12:45 PMLive Action released today three more videos from the undercover investigations it conducted earlier this month of Planned Parenthood abortion centers...10:26 AM in Planned Parenthood | Permalink | Comments (0)
Evangelical chaplains may be purged from military
Evangelical chaplains may face ultimatumChad Groening - OneNewsNow - 2/2/2011 3:50:00 AMvar addthis_pub = 'onenewsnow';Gordon James Klingenschmitt is a former Navy chaplain who was forced out of the service in 2007 for praying in Jesus' name. He says the Obama Pentagon wants to purge evangelical, Bible-preaching chaplains from the service...9:31 AM in Christian Persecution, Military matters | Permalink | Comments (1)
Teaching kids about feelings
I ran this on my giveaway page some time ago - but I was reminded of it the other day when I took Jesse, Daniel and Justin for an intake interview at Jill's House. The intake worker and I were talking about how difficult it is sometimes for kids with...9:14 AM in Health, Toddlers | Permalink | Comments (2)
February 6, 2011
Oranges: peel, don't slice for best nutrition
Funny how a small change in our understanding can produce bigtime benefits for our kids.Take oranges and how we serve them. You can cut them with a knife into eighths and have your kids chomp down on each section, making orange smiley faces and leaving lots behind. Or you...11:13 PM in Health | Permalink | Comments (1)
Loudoun Schools ban moment of silence, team prayer for coaches
Purcellville Gazette EditorialLetters to the EditorSchool Admin Gone Too Far?While we understand the need to keep the Church and State separate, as our forefatherssuggested, there will always be a gray area in which it cannot be avoided. Our currency tells us to trust in God, our elected leaders on Capitol...10:42 PM in Christian Persecution, Loudoun County, Public schools | Permalink | Comments (0)
Sandra Boynton meets B.B. King
Okay, so my friend Jane from SoCal wrote to get me to lighten up on the classical pitch: Dear Barbara, Classical music is nice but our favorite kids music is still by Sandra Boynton. Yes, the same woman who created all the cute cards and children's books. Her latest...10:11 PM in Humor, Music, Toddlers | Permalink | Comments (2)
Teaching children about the orchestra, classical music
This is a great piece to show your children. Even if you have not grown up as a fan of classical music (I sure didn't!), I can tell you it's very rewarding to learn alongside your children. Just think how much richer their lives will be - and how...12:22 PM in Homeschooling, Montessori, Music, Teens and Tweens, Toddlers | Permalink | Comments (2)
Loudoun Symphony Family Concert 2/19
Here's a great way to introduce your child to the beauty of the symphony orchestra. Adult tickets are only $10 and children are free!Order now as they sell out fast!Please join us at our second family concert this season for an afternoon of uniquely educational fun! The Loudoun Symphony will...12:03 PM in Entertainment, Loudoun County, Music | Permalink | Comments (0)
February 3, 2011
Joey + Rory: That's Important to Me
Heard this on Laura Ingraham today. So sweet: Joey and Rory - That's Important to Me More Joey + Rory on YouTube Joey + Rory website...Planned Parenthood expose - new video tonight 8:30
Tonight's webcast will include another Planned Parenthood sting - this time in Richmond, VA. Be sure to watch. I will be out, but plan to stay up late to see it as it will be available afterwards. Please spread the word via Facebook,blogs and email: Click here to watch the live...4:22 PM in Planned Parenthood, Pro-Life Issues | Permalink | Comments (1)
American Idol pro-life: Paris Tassin "Temporary Home"
Maddy and I have been too busy to watch AI so far this year, but heard a lot about this pro-life clip the first week: Paris Tassin Temporary Home...3:51 PM in Entertainment, Music, Pro-Life Issues | Permalink | Comments (3)
2010 rejected Christian Super Bowl ad: John 316
Fox Broadcasting rejected this Super Bowl ad for "advancing particular beliefs or practices," which is against company policy. Rejected John 3:16 Super Bowl Commercial (HD) - LookUp 316 Check out the site: LookUp316.com...2:48 PM in Culture | Permalink | Comments (0)
Food for thought
Charlene sent me this collection of mind-benders. Your kids will really get a kick out of them - and if you have any kid left in you, you will too! Only in North America ......do drugstores make the sick walk all the way to the back of the store to...2:18 PM in Humor | Permalink | Comments (2)
February 2, 2011
Prince William Theater: The Wedding Singer 2/11-19
Our #2 son Matt is a professional actor, but since lately he's been doing film shorts during the day and had no ongoing musical, he was feeling kind of lost. When he saw the audition notice for The Wedding Singer (the Broadway musical derived from the movie with Adam Sandler...8:56 PM in Entertainment, Family, Virginia | Permalink | Comments (1)
February Homeschool Links - recommended!
Though Right at Home is a local homeschool supprot group, its founder Joyce Guthrie does such a great job of putting together a list of resources - only a few of which are local - that subscribing to her monthly email is sure to enrich your life and your children's...3:35 PM in Homeschooling, Resources | Permalink | Comments (2)
Expose Planned Parenthood - webcast 2/3
In the wake of the the Gosnell abortion infant-slaughter outrage and Lila Rose's most recent Planned Parenthood expose, pro-life groups have banded together to put an end to federal funding of Planned Parenthood. What can you do? Sign up for tomorrow night's webcast. I was one of the 24,000 who...2:10 PM in Activism, Planned Parenthood, Pro-Life Issues | Permalink | Comments (2)
Politico Protects Planned Parenthood from scrutiny
Lila Rose, champion of life, has hit a nerve - again. Caught in yet another expose of the corruption and crime rampant at their clinics, Planned Parenthood goes defensive, denies wrongdoing, and yet - tellingly - fires its criminal employee. The Propaganda Press reacts by rushing to "pro-choice" spokesmen...1:57 PM in Activism, Planned Parenthood, Pro-Life Issues | Permalink | Comments (1)
Planned Parenthood aids pimp's underage sex ring
Lila Rose - an amazing young pro-life activist - has done it again. Exposing your tax dollars at work evil. Watch to the end - this is bloodcurdling: Planned Parenthood Aids Pimp's Underage Sex Ring Current Related: Politico protects Planned Parenthood from scrutiny Lila Rose live webcast Thursday 2/3 (working...1:17 PM in Planned Parenthood, Pro-Life Issues | Permalink | Comments (1)
Senate to vote on Obamacare repeal: call now!
It should just take you a minute to call or email your Senator: Have You Done All You Can Do for Senate Repeal Amendment Yet? The Senate still has not voted on the Repeal Amendment. Sen. Reid has put up a procedural hurdle that will require the Repeal Amendment to...11:46 AM in Activism | Permalink | Comments (0)
Motherhood: politics, priorities and prayer
I don't want to talk about Egypt. It's too big and complicated and right now my heart is filled with closer-to-home issues. That doesn't mean that you should not pay attention. I think that God gives us seasons of activity among different spheres of involvement. That means if you...11:36 AM in Activism, Mothering, My life, Prayer | Permalink | Comments (0)
Alexandria VA reconsiders ban on breastfeeding
Alexandria Reconsiders Ban on Public Breastfeeding No arrests under decades-old ban By JANE WATREL Feb 1, 2011 Alexandria city officials recently discovered that breastfeeding in public is considered indecent exposure in the city, but two councilmen are trying to change that, calling the present breastfeeding law antiquated. Alexandria bills...9:25 AM in Babies, Pro-Life Issues | Permalink | Comments (2)
February 1, 2011
Loudoun County: Friends of Wayde Byard
This is an inside joke for those of us with kids in public schools who have been waking up - recently more times than not - to the dulcet tones of Wayde Byard, our official LCPS Public Information Officer. Cool title, dontcha think? Wayde has also been given the...5:42 PM in Humor, Loudoun County, Public schools | Permalink | Comments (1)
Charlie Brown: A Book Report on Peter Rabbit
Love this! "Book Report" from "You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown!" Which one are you? Share with your kids - it's good for perspective :)...2:12 PM in Humor | Permalink | Comments (0)
