June 2011
June 30, 2011
Loudoun: July 4 parades, fireworks, festivities
One of the joys of living in Virginia! Here's where to take your budding patriots this weekend - all in Loudoun! Thanks to Lisa Cromwell, HomeinLoudoun.com and my friend Amy....2:41 PM in July 4, Loudoun County | Permalink | Comments (1)
Harvard: July 4 parades encourage conservatism, patriotism
Want to grow a kid with good political sense? Someone who loves their country and makes good choices? Take your kids to a July 4 parade this weekend. And whatever you do, don't send them to Harvard!Harvard Study: July 4th Parades Energize Only GOP Voters, Increase Likelihood Kids Will Vote...2:31 PM in July 4, Patriotism | Permalink | Comments (2)
Obama demagogues, refuses to meet Republicans
While The Obamas are busy planning their summer vacations and Obama demagogues holds a press conference in between golf games (75 and counting) - blaming, scolding and demeaning everyone else - no one could miss the spoiled brat upset because his fun/fundraising was being interrupted to account for why he...1:28 PM in Obamacare, Oppression | Permalink | Comments (0)
Gender confusion in boys: how to help
My column at The Catholic Herald this week. Please keep in mind I only have 600 words to make a point, and my point is that there is hope for children with gender confusion. Parents who love their kids need to look beyond the current PC agenda and set their...1:23 PM in Homosexuality | Permalink | Comments (10)
Catholic Converts: Evangelical pastor Jeff Cavins
Former Evangelical Pastor Jeff Cavins endorses Catholics Come Home from Catholics Come Home on Vimeo.Jeff Cavins is a cradle Catholic who left the Catholic Church and served as a Evangelical Protestant pastor for 12 years. After continued study, Cavins returned to the Church of his youth and now leads Catholic...11:19 AM in Catholic Converts, Catholicism | Permalink | Comments (2)
America's Got Talent: Cindy Chang sings Puccini
Cindy Chang, 42 ~ America's Got Talent 2011, Auditions A lesson for all parents: do not prevent your child from realizing their calling because the arts are too risky. Sophia has told me that she's heard many times, "You're a theater major? I wanted to major in theater but...10:37 AM in Music | Permalink | Comments (3)
Obama regime recognizes Muslim Brotherhood
U.S. recognizes Muslim Brotherhood By TIM MAK | 6/30/11 6:22 AM EDT The U.S. has decided to formally resume contact with Egypt's Muslim Brotherhood group - which does not recognize Israel - in a move that could further alienate some Jewish voters already skeptical of President Barack Obama, it was...9:15 AM in Islam issues | Permalink | Comments (0)
June 28, 2011
Curtis Family update
I know I've been hitting hard with news lately - and I know that's depressing. Hope to make up for it tomorrow with some uplifting material. There is so much to be grateful for, after all. . . . I've been busy cleaning out drawers, sorting, organizing, packing for our...10:27 PM in Family, My life | Permalink | Comments (4)
Stephanopolous warns Bachmann: media will investigate your foster children
Compare and contrast: *Michelle acknowledging how the media has helped her family: Michelle Obama admits "Fortunately We Have Help From the Media" She's "Very Grateful" *Stephanopoulos Warns Bachman MSM will dig for dirt on her foster children - after viciously attacking her on other issues: Please watch and note the...7:10 PM in 2012 elections, Liberal Hypocrisy, Media Bias | Permalink | Comments (3)
Hillary: State Dept got Lady Gaga for Rome gay pride
I'm sure you'll be proud to know that not only are Health and Human Services Secretary Kathleen Sebelius and Department of Education Secretary Arne Duncan giving top priority to gay pride, but even our Secreatay of State is busy overseeing the export of one of America's top products - gender...3:08 PM in Homosexuality | Permalink | Comments (1)
Obama pushes LGBT agenda via HHS and DOE
Because promoting homosexuality is evidently the most pressing issue on the American political agenda: Education Secretary: 'My Commitment To LGBT Students Is Unequivocal'(Mr. Duncan is a proud homosexual - evidently Obama's main qualification to head the Department of Education, since Secretary Duncan has no classroom experience) Education Secretary Arne Duncan...10:54 AM in Homosexuality, Obama Nation | Permalink | Comments (2)
Gender Diversity propaganda in public schools
California's been at this "gender diversity" propaganda thing for 11 years now. Under the guise of anti-bullying and with the help of outside agitator groups like Gay Spectrum, shown below, they marched into the schools and began their own special brand of bullying. At first it was volunteer, but now...7:12 AM in Homosexuality, Propaganda, Public schools | Permalink | Comments (3)
June 27, 2011
Michelle's Africa trip cost over $500,000
Mrs. Obama's South Africa Trip Cost Taxpayers Over $500,000by Keith Koffler on June 27, 2011First Lady Michelle Obama's trip to South Africa and Botswana last week cost taxpayers well over half a million dollars, possibly in the range of $700,000 or $800,000, according to an analysis by White House Dossier.Many...6:49 PM in Activism, Government Corruption, Michelle Obama | Permalink | Comments (3)
FTC approves social media dirt-digging company
More and more, it seems like we need to check the BBC or UK press to find out what is really going on in our country. Here's a story about the US Federal Trade Commission approving a controversial Big Brother-style company - so far not carried by any US media outlet...7:59 AM in Oppression | Permalink | Comments (4)
June 26, 2011
Egypt: Muslims threaten church, vow to kill priest
When it comes to the "religion of peace," don't expect to hear about Muslim murder and mayhem from our Tired Old Media, which focuses on unrealistic stuff like yesterday's "Interfaith Service" at the Washington Cathedral - rather than on the more characteristic terrorism across the globe. News from Egypt via...9:27 PM in Islam issues, Terrorism | Permalink | Comments (0)
June 25, 2011
Lift the City - Eucharistic flash mob - follow-up
Only a few moments passed between my watching and then publishing Lift the City - Eucharistic Flash Mob. While I did my part - broadcasting - others did theirs: more research. For any who found this event moving and/or thought-provoking, I have three points of follow-up: God in the Streets...10:34 PM in Catholicism | Permalink | Comments (5)
God in the Streets of New York City
God in the Streets of New York City "God In The Streets of New York City" depicts the stark contrast between the everyday chaos of the busy streets of New York City -- complete with traffic, construction and police cars -- and the majestic, serene, peaceful presence of Our...10:25 PM in Catholicism | Permalink | Comments (2)
June 24, 2011
Loudoun: A Place to Be - Musical Theater Camp 6/27
A Place to Be - in Middleburg, VA - is a unique sanctuary concerned with releasing the potential of kids with disabilities or anything that keeps them from feeling like they fit in. Through art and music - and in incredibly beautiful environment tailored to the needs of special kids...1:37 PM in Loudoun County | Permalink | Comments (0)
Obama gaffe: Jared Monti posthumous Medal of Honor
Please note the expressions on the faces of the troops picked for this photo op. It must be hard to even be in the presence of the Commander-in-Chief under whom troop loss have increased five fold - and who continues to make military decisions based solely on his campaign goals....12:41 PM in Military matters | Permalink | Comments (2)
Loudoun: Free Special Needs Family Movie Night 7/2
This is a wonderful event for families with special needs kids - well -attended, lots of fun and free!!! Faith and Family Foundation Movie Night Get together with other families of special needs children for an evening of fun, fellowship, a film and fireworks! Goodies generously sponsored by Wegmans of...12:15 PM in Disabilities, Free stuff, Fun Stuff, Loudoun County | Permalink | Comments (0)
Purcellville: Homeschool Curriculum Sale 6/25
If you are a homeschooling family, this is well worth your time. I've been there before and found lots of useful stuff: NORTHERN VIRGINIA USED HOME SCHOOL CURRICULUM SALE When: Saturday, June 25th 9am-2pm Where: Blue Ridge Bible Church at 770 20th St. Purcellville, VA What: Sale will include home...12:10 PM in Homeschooling, Loudoun County, Purcellville | Permalink | Comments (0)
Lift the City - A Catholic Eucharistic flash mob
Well, it's not exactly a mob :) - but definitely a flash of light: A Eucharistic flash mob in the centre of Preston, UK organised by the Capuchin Franciscans on Ascension Thursday 2011. How I wish I could have been there! What a privilege it would be to worship Jesus...9:36 AM in Catholicism, Inspiration | Permalink | Comments (22)
June 23, 2011
Giveaway: 6 Zondervan NIV Bibles
You know you want to enter these giveaways - 2 each of these unique, beautiful leather Bibles: plus 2 parenting books: Please click on the item to go to my giveaway page to leave a comment before July 1 drawing....9:31 PM in Free stuff | Permalink
Donovan
Gosh, I forgot how elegantly simple and beautiful his music was: Donovan - Colours Donovan - Catch The Wind Donovan Wear Your Love Like Heaven...6:46 PM in Music, Nostalgia | Permalink | Comments (0)
Hollywood conservatives
There are some conservatives in Hollywood.And who knows how many are not out of the closet because they need work.HT: Tripp...1:03 PM in Entertainment | Permalink | Comments (0)
Herman Cain in Richmond October 8
Victoria Cobb, President Thursday, June 23, 2011 Event Alert: Our Gala Speaker on October 8th is ... Herman Cain! Pastor, radio host, business mastermind, CEO, non-politician, and a champion for pro-life, pro-family policies, Herman Cain is a rising star within the conservative movement and a favorite amongst the...11:59 AM in 2012 elections | Permalink | Comments (0)
Police Captain punished for refusing to attend mosque
Are police officers FORCED to visit churches, temples or synagogues? In Tulsa they were forced to visit a mosque and this police captain sacrificed to stand up for his right not to be used as a photo op prop. CAIR, of course, called it anti-Muslim bigotry when it is just...11:35 AM in Islam issues, Oppression | Permalink | Comments (0)
June 22, 2011
Memo from God
From Kathy K: Memo From God To: YOU Date: TODAY From: THE BOSS Subject: YOURSELF Reference: LIFE I am God.Today I will be handling all of your problems. Please remember that I do not need your help. If life happens to deliver a situation to you that you cannot handle,...10:29 PM in Inspiration | Permalink | Comments (1)
Reagan blasts Carter 1980 campaign Liberty Park
Thanks to Rush for highlighting this speech, which I searched for and found for my readers.Keep this in mind when you hear that we need to tone down the rhetoric. When someone has proven himself to be as dangerous and destructive as Obama, it's time to take off the gloves...6:00 PM in 2012 elections | Permalink | Comments (1)
Jonny and Maddy - Loudoun Valley High graduation
Saturday was a beautiful and monumental day as Tripp and I saw our 8th and 8th children graduate from high school. Because we didn't have enough to keep us busy with nine children, we adopted three more, so really we have 9 - count 'em: 9! more years to go....3:31 PM in Family | Permalink | Comments (8)
Barbara Curtis - mom's chat - Alexandria 6/25
Would love to see any readers close enough to come. Simply RSVP to Brooke:...9:42 AM in My life | Permalink | Comments (1)
June 21, 2011
A convert welcomed home
My dear friend Leona Choy, noted evangelical author who converted to Catholicism at the age of 80, has been busy nurturing another newbie - just received into the Church June 5. He calls her his Catholic Nana and she sent me his story with permission to publish it:Slapdash Musings on...7:41 PM in Catholicism, Conversion stories | Permalink | Comments (1)
Obama ignores generals to pull Afghan troops
It's all about the election now, baby! Barack Obama and Pentagon split on Afghanistan pullout US president set to reject military advice by withdrawing more troops from Afghanistan Ewen MacAskill in Washington, Nick Hopkins and Patrick Wintour Tuesday 21 June 2011 21.10 BST A US soldier from Viper Company (Bravo)...6:30 PM in Military matters | Permalink | Comments (0)
The Invisible Woman
From the Archives - Inspiration Category, this must-see 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 not alone :) The Invisible Woman Amazon has used copies of the hardback for just...11:14 AM in Inspiration, Mothering | Permalink | Comments (0)
A man must stand for something or he'll fall for anything
Allen West said this recently and I wanted to track down the origin. Here's the most credible and comprehensive answer I found - from Yahoo Answers: Hananiah Best Answer - Chosen by Asker The exact origin of that quote (or something like it) is actually quite heavily disputed. Many people...11:02 AM in Quotes to live by | Permalink | Comments (1)
Marines greet Bush, Marines greet Obama
Because it's good to remember how it could/should/would be for a real Commander-in-Chief. Over 5 million views: Different Presidents, A Different Corps This is why they hold those phony photo ops - military families on the White house lawn Michelle bearing baskets of goodies for military wives. Most liberals loathe...10:49 AM in Military matters | Permalink | Comments (0)
Audio book CDs for family travel, vacations
A friend was looking for audio books for her family's three-week vacation coming up soon. In case you haven't considered these as a bonding experience for your family travels, I thought I'd rerun this from last year. We've listened to audio books cross-country and our travels to Nags Head each...10:24 AM in Books | Permalink | Comments (4)
Google doodle: Murakami's Summer Solstice
Takashi Murakami's Google Doodle Celebrates the Summer Solstice Google commissioned Japanese artist Takashi Murakami to create today's Google Doodle in celebration of the Summer Solstice, the longest day of the year. Murakami also created a doodle for those south of the equator, where today marks the winter solstice,...10:12 AM in Art | Permalink | Comments (0)
June 20, 2011
Catholic homeschool science curriculum
Dear Barbara, I am writing to you about my husband's effort to provide a solid Catholic science curriculum for high school homeschoolers. This past school year was our first and he has been steadily adding lessons though out the year and will be completely finished with biology and chemistry soon....10:54 PM in Homeschooling | Permalink | Comments (1)
101 years ago
From Margaret: The year is 1910. What a difference a century makes! Here are some statistics for the Year 1910: ************ ********* ************ The average life expectancy for men was 47 years. Fuel for this car was sold in drug stores only. Only 14 percent of the homes had a...9:03 PM in Nostalgia | Permalink | Comments (0)
What if Jews had followed the Palestinian path?
From Mary: Great op-ed on Israel in today's Wall Street Journal, especially germane in light of your exchange with Tim King...What If Jews Had Followed the Palestinian Path? Postwar Jewish refugees left everything they had in Europe--no 'right of return' requested.By WARREN KOZAK It is doubtful that there has ever...8:35 PM in Islam issues, Israel, Terrorism | Permalink | Comments (0)
Walmart vs. The Government
Wal-Mart vs. the Government 1. Americans spend $36,000,000 at Wal-Mart every hour of every day. 2. This works out to $20,928 profit every minute! 3. Wal-Mart will sell more from January 1 to St. Patrick's Day (March 17th) than Target sells all year. 4. Wal-Mart is bigger than Home Depot...8:04 PM in Government Corruption, Government Waste | Permalink | Comments (0)
Farrakhan: "That's A Murderer In The White House!"
Minister Farrakhan: "That's A Murderer In The White House!" Farakhan's not the only one upset with Obama: President Obama no-show miffs Hispanics For blacks, a rift over Obama...2:36 PM in Obama Nation | Permalink | Comments (3)
Michelle and girls vacation in Africa
It's Showtime! Campaign Time! An African vacation for Queen Michelle and princesses. Sure, it's wrapped up in some diplomatic facade, but school's out and the girls are going too. Your tax dollars at work: Monday, June 20, 2011 First Lady Obama's International Outreach Trip To South Africa And Botswana: The Schedule...1:03 PM in Government Corruption, Michelle Obama, Obamacare, Propaganda | Permalink | Comments (0)
Loudoun: All for the Union 7/9-24 discount tickets
My son Matt will be appearing next month in Meredith Bean McMath's play, All for the Union in Confederate Virginia. Tickets are available at discount prices through June 30: Early Bird Tickets Adults $12 · Seniors $10 · Students $8 for... Available Online Now at www.RRRtheatre.org Straight from...9:15 AM in History, Loudoun County | Permalink | Comments (0)
Thomas Vander Woude: Father's Day remembrance
A Father's Day remembrance of a man whose life prepared him to make the ultimate sacrifice for his child: A Father's Day Lesson About Children, and Life By Jeffrey Goldberg Jun 17, 2011 The morning of Sept. 8, 2008, was like most mornings for Thomas S. Vander Woude, a former...8:13 AM in Down syndrome, Everyday Heroes, Father's Day | Permalink | Comments (0)
Salem-News Tim King: pro-Israel not humanitarian
How about this instructive exchange? Hi, I just saw your poppy photo relating to Flanders Field and I saw you 'stand with Israel' symbol on your Website. Do you know that to me that represents a very negative thing? I should tell you that I am a journalist with Salem-News.com...7:30 AM in Islam issues, Israel, Terrorism | Permalink | Comments (6)
June 18, 2011
Rick Perry rallies the troops in New Orleans
Sounding good: Texas Gov. Rick Perry Speaks to Republican Leadership Conference; Crowd Chants, "Run, Rick, Run!" Freedom's Lighthouse posted this with the following description: 6/18/11 - Here is complete video of Texas Gov. Rick Perry speaking today at the Republican Leadership Conference in New Orleans. From the speech Perry delivered,...7:08 PM in 2012 elections | Permalink | Comments (5)
Romney nixes pro-life pledge
Romney is an Old Idea, leftover mashed potatoes, your parents doing the macarena, and the farthest thing from a trusted conservative we could imagine. First, he curries favor with "progressives" by expressing approval of junk science global warming, gaining approval from a wide range of celebrities - including Al Gore,...3:45 PM in 2012 elections | Permalink | Comments (1)
Texas Senator: "Why aren't you speaking in English?"
Texas State Senator Expresses Outrage at Spanish Testimony This certainly doesn't help the Spanish-speaking man's cause. Living here and enjoying everything the US has to offer - including public education for his kids - and not speaking the language when appropriate is disrespectful. Here are the comments by the...6:40 AM in Illegal Immigration | Permalink | Comments (5)
June 17, 2011
Forgotten children dying in cars
You need to read this - if for no other reason than to brand it into your memory so that you never make a fatal mistake. Also for a strong dose of compassion. Truly one of the best-written and composed feature articles I've ever red - though admittedly also one...10:07 PM in Babies, Safety, Toddlers | Permalink | Comments (8)
Here's to You, Faithful Fathers!
I remember the day my dad left. He hugged me and cried, but even deep in his last embrace, I felt a chill gathering round me, whispering to my little girl's heart: What would it be like not to have a father? The years to come provided harsh answers....8:56 AM in Father's Day, Fathers | Permalink | Comments (3)
June 16, 2011
Call-out for pictures of people with disabilities
The Partnership for People with Disabilities at Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond, VA is looking for 'a few good pictures'!! We are developing a website on person-centered practices. On the home page, we want to feature pictures of people with disabilities in their everyday lives. We want pictures to illustrate...10:39 PM in Disabilities | Permalink | Comments (0)
Gallup: 44% would vote Republican, 39% Obama
I don't know, but a five point difference doesn't sound "close" considering the gap is tending to get wider and wider: June 16, 2011 2012 Voter Preferences for Obama, "Republican" Remain Close Forty-four percent prefer the Republican; 39%, Obama by Jeffrey M. Jones PRINCETON, NJ -- Forty-four percent of registered...9:57 PM in 2012 elections | Permalink | Comments (1)
Rep. Frank Wolf endorses Ken Reid
Congressman Frank Wolf has endorsed Ken Reid's candidacy for the Board of Supervisors. This is significant as Mr. Wolf generally does not endorse candidates before they are formally nominated by the Republican Party - a significant boost to his campaign! In a statement, Rep. Wolf said: " Ken Reid is...5:02 PM in Activism | Permalink | Comments (0)
Rep. Frank Wolf endorses Ken ReidKen Reid
Congressman Frank Wolf has endorsed Ken Reid's candidacy for the Board of Supervisors. This is significant as Mr. Wolf generally does not endorse candidates before they are formally nominated by the Republican Party - a significant boost to his campaign! In a statement, Rep. Wolf said: " Ken Reid is...5:02 PM in Activism | Permalink | Comments (0)
Father's Day films
I asked Tripp for recommendations, added a few of my own, then linked to Amazon so you can read reviews. also available at libraries and Netflix:To Kill a Mockingbird (integrity)Big Jake (reconciliation)Sound of Music (transformation)Parenthood (fidelity)Captains Courageous (lovingkindness)You Can't Take It with You (affirmation)Meet the Robinsons (adoption)About a Boy (maturation)Indiana...2:13 PM in Father's Day, Movies | Permalink | Comments (0)
Josh brought Hattie home yesterday
Great news! After five weeks in the hospital (following 3 1/2 weeks just 9 days before this latest bout) Josh brought Hattie home yesterday. Well, halfway home as they will stay with Hattie's family for a while until Hattie is strong enough to go back to her own home and...1:57 PM in Hattie and Josh | Permalink | Comments (3)
Catholic Bishop endorses American Heritage Girls
For more information on this wholesome alternative to the now radicalized Girl Scouts, please visit American Heritage Girls: American Heritage Girls Website celebrates Catholic Endorsement Cincinnati - June 15, 2011- A letter written by a Catholic Bishop endorsing American Heritage Girls (AHG) is featured on the AHG homepage website...1:46 PM in 2012 elections, Girls | Permalink | Comments (3)
Catholic Bishop endorses
American Heritage Girls Website celebrates Catholic Endorsement Cincinnati - June 15, 2011- A letter written by a Catholic Bishop endorsing American Heritage Girls (AHG) is featured on the AHG homepage website at www.ahgonline.org. And according to the AHG national membership department, the Catholic Church is one of the fastest...1:46 PM in | Permalink | Comments (0)
How to deal with a flasher
Not G-rated: Gutsy young woman confronts subway flasher This is a great lesson for parents to teach their daughters - and please spare me the moralizing about the language. This woman was just assaulted and she is responding like a fighter focused on intimidating her opponent. This kind of public...12:58 PM in Safety | Permalink | Comments (3)
Lawn goose costumes? What do they mean?
Until this morning, I had no idea that dressing inanimate geese was a cottage industry. When I lived in the village of Waterford, there was a goose prominently displayed in front of the house as you turned the corner on the way out of town. It was dressed in...11:55 AM in Humor | Permalink | Comments (2)
Obama Foodarama now following me on Twitter
Obama Foodorama @ObamaFoodorama is now following you (@BarbaraCurtis). ObamaFoodorama Obama Foodorama From Eddie Gehman Kohan, editor of ObamaFoodorama.com, the digital archive of White House food initiatives. Washington, DC 9,918 Tweets 4,985 Following 11,406 Followers View @ObamaFoodorama's profile Want to...11:26 AM in | Permalink | Comments (2)
Win dinner with Obama! Only $5 to enter!
From ObamaFoodarama - a site financed with your tax dollars to keep Americans abreast of all the fancy goin's-on - and constant campaigning - at the White House: Win A Dinner Date With President Obama For $5 donation to re-election fund, supporters can enter a contest for dinner with the...10:37 AM in 2012 elections | Permalink | Comments (1)
Sex info to protect teens
Check out this website and see if your children are ready for it. A healthy alternative to Planned Parenthood's scandalous teen site which promotes early sex. Choices do have consequences and what you don't know CAN hurt you! Empower yourself and friends. Even if your aren't currently sexually active, you...10:19 AM in Resources, Teens and Tweens | Permalink | Comments (0)
Bill Cosby: time to stop blaming whitey
In this morning's email - from Bill R. Part of a speech Bill Cosby gave in 2004, for which he took a bundle of backlash because he did the unthinkable - calling blacks to take responsibility for their current problems. So as I was posting, Sophia came in and I...9:39 AM in Racism | Permalink | Comments (0)
Catholic marriages down 60%
Thought-provoking article - which means we need to do better raising our children to appreciate their faith and the sacraments:Exclusive analysis: National Catholic marriage rate plummets The number of marriages being celebrated in the Church has dropped nearly 60 percent since 1972 By Mark M. Gray - OSV Newsweekly, 6/26/2011...9:26 AM in Catholicism, Marriage | Permalink | Comments (5)
June 15, 2011
True Grit: Leaning on the Everlasting Arms
Watched True Grit tonight with Tripp and Sophia - and loved it. Loved the actors, the cinematography, the Coen Brothers direction. I'd never seen the John Wayne original, but Tripp had and it's one of his favorite movies, but I got to see this with fresh eyes. He said that...11:39 PM in Movies, Music | Permalink | Comments (2)
Obama Foodarama: do we need to pay for this?
In case you want to keep up with the constant PR Machine known as the Obama White House, you are actually paying someone to chronicle all their celebrity stunts/campaign events.And isn't it clever how they packaged an event with the military so the American taxpayers could foot the bill for...12:02 PM in Government Corruption, Michelle Obama | Permalink | Comments (0)
Pro-life song: Those Who Never Were
Haunting anthem: Those Who Never Were Lindsey Thompson sings a song written by her husband Will Thompson. Song dedicated to those lives that have been lost through abortion. CHORUS: This one goes out to the ones who never were. Never got a chance to stand and make a mark on...11:41 AM in | Permalink | Comments (0)
Listerine as bug repellent - your experience?
Received this forwarded email from Dorothy this morning:You may be aware of this, How to Kill Mosquitos - NOT A JOKEI was at a deck party awhile back, and the bugs were having a ball biting everyone. A man at the party sprayed the lawn and deck floor with Listerine,...11:27 AM in Health | Permalink | Comments (2)
Green with Envy trailer
Green with Envy trailer Anyone else love Amy Adams - and the muppets?...10:43 AM in Movies | Permalink | Comments (3)
Michelle: Obama "doesn't take a day off"
From the Say Anything Department:After 11 Straight Golf Weekends, Michelle Says Husband 'Doesn't Take a Day Off' AP First lady Michelle Obama on Monday told a fundraiser in Southern California of the toll the presidency has taken on her husband Barack Obama. "I see the sadness and worry that's...10:27 AM in Michelle Obama | Permalink | Comments (3)
Obama video misleads on GOP debate
This is what you do when you don't have substantive arguments. I didn't watch the debates, but heard portions and much praise for the wide range of issues and clearly articulated policy positions. And btw, I think the longer the GOP runs as a pack and the later we wait...10:08 AM in 2012 elections | Permalink | Comments (0)
Wilberforce: Pro-life students - fellowship training
6/15/2011Wilberforce Leadership Fellowship Applications Due!Calling all campus pro-life leaders! The SFLA Wilberforce Fellowship applications for the 2011-2012 academic year are due this Friday, June 18 and selections will be made by June 30. If you are a leader or an officer in your campus pro-life group, aspire to work in...9:20 AM in Activism, Pro-Life Issues | Permalink | Comments (0)
June 13, 2011
Palin: Down syndrome baby will expand your world
When it comes to the release of Palin's email, the winner has been Sarah herself. The press looks like propagandists and fools.Haven't heard much about what they've found? That's because all they've found is good news about Palin's sincerity and character. Also, the lies perpetuated about Trig's birth are laid...1:57 PM in Down syndrome, Sarah Palin | Permalink | Comments (9)
Catholic University returning to single-sex dorms
Absolutely brilliant! Please check my comments below. From today's Wall Street Journal:Why We're Going Back to Single-Sex Dorms Student housing has became a hotbed of reckless drinking and hooking up. By JOHN GARVEY My wife and I have sent five children to college and our youngest just graduated. Like many...8:43 AM in Catholicism, Good news | Permalink | Comments (11)
UK: American press - not Palin - looks stupid
Reporters load boxes of Sarah Palin's emailsThe view from across the pond: American Way: Sarah Palin email frenzy backfires on her media antagonists By Toby Harnden The trove of more than 13,000 emails detailing almost every aspect of Sarah Palin's governorship of Alaska, released late on Friday, paints a picture...8:21 AM in Media Bias, Sarah Palin | Permalink | Comments (0)
OKA b. - shoes that last, shoes to love
Why you should buy OKA b. shoes? Because you will adore them and not want to wear anything else! I have two pairs now - flatsthat I got at the end of last summer and wore continuously until it became too cold and a more dressy pair with small heel...7:49 AM in Practical Info | Permalink | Comments (1)
Food stamp receipt: reselling lobsters, steaks
Dorothy - who blogs at Musings at 85 86 87 88 - sent me this: I always verify items before posting - particularly something like this which has the possibility of being a fraud. Unfortunately, this is not a fraud, but the story is worse: our tax money being used...7:27 AM in Government Corruption | Permalink | Comments (0)
June 12, 2011
Palin, raped by media, continues to shine
In the matter of bias, the propaganda press has lost all subtlety. I'm one of the many who are beginning to believe that Sarah Palin - who has survived such an onslaught of political and filthy personal attacks on herself and her family - has become untouchable. And the media juggernaugt...10:14 AM in 2012 elections, Media Bias, Sarah Palin | Permalink | Comments (4)
MSNBC: free campaign commercials for Obama
I guess MSNBC is now running free campaign commercials/propaganda for Obama: Are MSNBC and Chris Matthews running their own campaign commercials for President Obama?...8:09 AM in Media Bias, Propaganda | Permalink | Comments (2)
Chris Matthews: anti-Weiner "culturally backward Chrsitian conservatives
Even as they sift through Sarah Palin's email desperately trying to dig up some dirt, our propaganda press rallies behind a creep/predator/liar. Nothing wrong with Weiner - but everything wrong with you: Matthews: Weiner in Trouble Because His Behavior Offends 'Culturally Backward' Christian Conservatives By Geoffrey Dickens | June 10,...8:06 AM in Government Corruption, Media Bias | Permalink | Comments (1)
June 11, 2011
Family update
In other Curtis news:Talked to Ben this morning. He and Anna are settling in. Anna started work on Wednesday and her coworkers had gotten flowers for her.Did I tell you she is working for AMI - Association Montessori Internationale doing graphic work? And it's notable not only because her...5:07 PM in Family | Permalink | Comments (1)
Curtis Boys make Stink Bug Trap
Though there is a pesticide for Stink Bugs to spray outside your house, once the bugs are in, there hasn't been much recourse. Most obnoxious is that they are drawn to the light, so working ona computer or reading in bed at night is a sure way to invite StinkBug...4:33 PM in Family, Practical Info | Permalink | Comments (0)
Freedom in the 50 States - Virginia #9
Fascinating - be sure to check out the list of states by freedom ranking and leave a comment here about yours.. Virginia is #9 - which is incredible considering that alcohol is very controlled here, which tells me we must be super free in other areas. Lights Of Liberty Posted 06/10/2011...4:03 PM in Virginia | Permalink | Comments (3)
Elisabeth Elliot - trusting God in tough times
A good reminder:Responsible to Praise We cannot always or even often control events, but we can control how we respond to them. When things happen which dismay or appall, we ought to look to God for his meaning, remembering that He is not taken by surprise nor can his purposes...3:29 PM in Elisabeth Elliot, Inspiration | Permalink | Comments (0)
Joe Cocker: A Little Help from My Friends
I can't remember who, but someone the other day said they had never seen this and asked me to rerun it. Originally posted May 4, 2009 (warning: irreverence): I am the sum of my parts, and one of those parts is hippie and we are approaching the 40th anniversary of...12:19 PM in Music, Nostalgia | Permalink | Comments (0)
The Beatles: first US concert 2/11/64
I was there - February 11, 1964 at the Washington Coliseum - for their first concert with my best friend Candy. Her dad dropped us off and picked us up when it was over. We threw jelly beans at Ringo because he'd said in an interview he liked them, then...11:33 AM in Music, My life, Nostalgia | Permalink | Comments (3)
Mommy Matters: June eblast/ Father's Day
Available at my Constant Contact archives. This was pretty much the same as last year's because - to tell you the truth, I liked last year's so much there wasn't much I wanted to change :)Receive my eblast every month for free by subscribing at the top of my far...10:39 AM in Father's Day | Permalink | Comments (0)
A visit with Josh and Hattie, then on to Glee
Thursday marked a month for Hattie's current hospital stay - made even more challenging because she'd only been home 9 days after her previous 3 1/2 week stay. Thank God that He has placed such good support in their lives. Josh has crews working for him which allows him to...9:20 AM in Family | Permalink | Comments (2)
BBC productions: Little Dorrit
Sophia and I just finished watching this BBC adaptation of the novel by Charles Dickens. It was WONDERFUL! Dickens had such a sense of the harshness of circumstances that characterized many lives during the Victorian era - and also a strong belief in the ability of virtuous individuals to rise...8:41 AM in Movies | Permalink | Comments (1)
June 10, 2011
Obamacare: our worst fears were true
Before reading, note that to date nearly 1400 waivers have been granted by the Obama Regime, exempting certain companies from having to follow the rules. Nearly 1400!! You can read the first 733 at the Department of Health and Human Services. But as they noted at the top of the...8:24 PM in Obama Nation | Permalink | Comments (1)
My latest PalinTracker at Pajamas Media
As the official PalinTracker for PajamasMedia, I've had a busy couple weeks. You gotta love the way this remarkable, gutsy woman does what she wants without responding to the vicious attacks of the lamestream media and our tired old cohort of "conservative" tired old white male politicians and their constant...9:15 AM in Sarah Palin | Permalink | Comments (0)
Wash Post begs readers to sift Palin emails
The collusion between the Obama Regime and the propaganda press is staggering. They have become just another campaign arm:Over 24,000 e-mail messages to and from former Alaska governor Sarah Palin during her tenure as Alaska's governor will be released Friday. That's a lot of e-mail for us to review so we're looking for...8:48 AM in Media Bias, Propaganda | Permalink | Comments (0)
Obama LGBT campaign at WhiteHouse.gov
I know he already spends millions campaigning all over the country at taxpayer expense, but here's another unique twist by this corrupt administration: turning the WhiteHouse.gov site into a campaign arm The WhiteHouse.gov site should be a nonpartisan government site. Instead, Our Community-Organizer-in-Chief and his minions are plastering it with...8:30 AM in Homosexuality, Obamacare | Permalink | Comments (0)
Obama declares June LGBT Pride month
Obama Proclaims June 'Gender Confusion' Month By Mark Alexander · Thursday, June 9, 2011 AKA: Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Pride Month "Marriage is ... in its origin a contract of natural law... It is the parent, and not the child of society; the source of civility and a sort...8:18 AM in Homosexuality, Obama Nation | Permalink | Comments (0)
Napolitano: No logic in profiling Muslim males under 35
Some things need no comment at all. Just keep in mind that Napolitano is Obamas right hand man woman when you go the polls in November 2012. From Real Clear Politics: Napolitano: No "Logic" In Profiling Muslim Men Under The Age Of 35 "You're not using good logic there. You've...1:08 AM in Terrorism | Permalink | Comments (0)
Hillary Clinton wants to head World Bank?
Oh, great. Hillary Clinton interested in becoming head of World Bank? Hillary Clinton, President Barack Obama's Secretary of State, has been in discussions with the White House about stepping down from her foreign policy job next year to becoming head of the World Bank, it has been reported. Hillary Clinton:...12:56 AM in | Permalink | Comments (0)
Wis. union thugs disrupt Special Olympics Ceremony
Nice. Because it's all about them. Wis. Union Protesters Disrupt Special Olympics Ceremony HT: April One comment at YouTube: It was really classy of the unions to send in a crowd of tactless morons to this event. The Special Olympians may be challenged, but they didn't have to paint their...12:44 AM in Disabilities, Liberal Hypocrisy, Special Olympics | Permalink | Comments (1)
June 9, 2011
Summer Cooler - Winter in Bavaria
It was over 100 degrees here yesterday. I'm on my way this morning to visit Hattie and Josh at Georgetown University Hospital in DC. Today marks a month since Hattie was readmitted after only three days home following the preceding three weeks there. From a lay person's perspective it just...10:08 AM in Fun Stuff | Permalink | Comments (0)
Korea's Got Talent - singer/overcomer
Viral video of the week - a real story of overcoming, humility and grace: [Korea's Got Talent] tvN 코리아 갓 탤런트 Ep.1 Sung-bong Choi!!!.avi HT: Bill If you show this to your children, you might want to highlight the humility - a cultural trait of Asians which is very different...8:34 AM in Inspiration, Music | Permalink | Comments (3)
FREE Dr. Dobson ebook: Parenting w/confidence
Dr. Dobson - formerly of Focus on the Family - is offering a free e-book. I know I have evangelical and Catholic readers here, so let me explain that I have a lot of confidence in Dr. Dobson because he was very instrumental in my becoming a Christian in 1987.While...8:19 AM in Free stuff, Parenting | Permalink | Comments (1)
Electric bills - how to cut back
From my email - I found a few things I didn't know and intend to put into practice right away: Hi Barbara, Consumers across America are experiencing sticker shock with this month's electrical bill. While kilowatt rates vary by vendor, a new national increase is being seen across the country....8:10 AM in Practical Info, Saving Money | Permalink | Comments (2)
World magazine - online Virginia extra - free
You all know what a big fan of World magazine I am - and many of you have subscribed. Believe me, it is worth every penny as your family will actually fight to read it first! Great news for us Virginians! World is offering a special online Virginia supplement -...7:55 AM in Resources | Permalink | Comments (0)
June 8, 2011
Mercy Me "Finally Home"
Beautiful song and concept: when a soldier goes off to war he will definitely be coming home - if not on earth, then in heaven MercyMe "Finally Home" Video...9:44 PM in Inspiration, Military matters, Music | Permalink | Comments (1)
Ben and Anna's exciting Rochester adventure!
No matter how long the road stretches, motherhood is so fulfilling sometimes I think I could burst. I know my perspective is different than most since my oldest child is 41 and my youngest is 11. I still get up and put children on the bus each morning and worry...5:26 PM in Family | Permalink | Comments (6)
New Advent - feature articles worth reading!
This is a great site to bookmark for moments when you have extra time to read. The editor has a great knack for choosing a great variety of intriguing articles: Don't believe me? Click on the icon, read a few headlines and see if you don't end up reading...1:01 PM in Catholicism | Permalink | Comments (0)
A child's eye view of reproductive freedom
A child's eye-view of reproductive freedom "Mom, how's this supposed make kids feel?" Sophia was waving a Newsweek with a cover on "The New Science of Sex Selection." Showcased inside were families who had "too much" (two or more) or "enough" (one) of one gender to cast their fate to...10:58 AM in Pro-Life Issues | Permalink | Comments (7)
Delta charges returning soldiers $2800 for baggage
Pretty shabby for men who make next-to-nothing putting their lives on the line for our country: Delta airlines welcomes Soldiers home.3GP...10:49 AM in Military matters | Permalink | Comments (1)
New to MommyLife? Welcome!
If you like MommyLife, don't forget to sign up for my email list in the right sidebar! Periodically I do a little update for readers new to this site - and since I have visitors dropping in for one particular post, I'm thinking now might be a good time...10:17 AM in | Permalink | Comments (3)
Sacred Heart Homeschool group and Regnum Christi
I started writing this thinking it might be of interest to only a few of my readers, but by the time I followed the trail of the story, I realized that others may wish to chime in with their experience of Regnum Christi and how it divides those in...8:23 AM in Catholicism, My life | Permalink | Comments (37)
Mark Steyn: The problem with Mitt Romney
Mark Steyn nails it in 242 words:Global Warming to Mitt . June 6, 2011With respect to our friend Hugh Hewitt, I think Michael Walsh's column gets to the big problem with Mitt. It's not that he's a glib, finger-in-the-windy opportunist of no fixed principles; it's worse than that: He has a weird knack...8:09 AM in 2012 elections | Permalink | Comments (1)
June 7, 2011
Creating music - animated
Your musical kids will enjoy this little fantasy which starts with a real orchestra and segues into an animated depiction of music creation: Concerto Grosso Modo...9:31 AM in Music | Permalink | Comments (0)
Obama lies about auto industry bailout
Sarah Palin has the guts to say it. Our president lies. Here's a recent fact check from the Washington Post (usually part of the propaganda machine) on our tireless Campaigner-in-Chief:President Obama's phony accounting on the auto industry bailout By Glenn Kessler (Charles Dharapak/AP) "Chrysler has repaid every dime and more...9:08 AM in 2012 elections, Government Corruption, Obamacare | Permalink | Comments (0)
June 6, 2011
Gorgeous photography site
Another place to bookmark. I found these under Beautiful Roads (part 4). The first is San Francisco (what an incredibly beautiful city!): It's xaxor.com/photography. I can't promise you won't stumble across edginess or nudes - I did on the home page, which is why I'm linking to this one....11:40 PM in Art | Permalink | Comments (0)
Speaking to moms group in Alexandria 6/25
I've been asked to speak to a mom's group later this month and would love to see any readers close enough to come. Simply RSVP to Brooke:...9:32 PM in My life | Permalink | Comments (0)
Quotes to live by
Your influence is negative or positive, never neutral. -- Henrietta Mears...9:11 PM in Quotes to live by | Permalink | Comments (0)
Weiner confesses, vows not to resign or lose marriage
So, Anthony Weiner spent a week lying about sending a crotch shot to a 21-year-old coed - all the while knowing that the dam might break at any moment, revealing his cyber sexcapades with (so far) six other women. Today he gives a press conference, tearfully admitting it all and...7:24 PM in Government Corruption, Liberal Hypocrisy | Permalink | Comments (0)
Top 10 Reasons Palin should run for president
Working on my PalinTracker for Pajamas Media tonight - there's a lot to sort through. This one is very interesting: Top 10 reasons Palin should run for president Published: 11:01 AM 06/03/2011 | Updated: 11:38 AM 06/06/2011 By Amy Siskind 1.) Our country has yet to elect a woman president...6:32 PM in 2012 elections, Sarah Palin | Permalink | Comments (1)
Sarah's new bodyguard? Piper Palin blocks reporter
I love this little girl - have since the moment met her during the campaign: Raw Video: Sarah Palin In Philly: MyFoxPHILLY.com...5:31 PM in Sarah Palin | Permalink | Comments (1)
The sins of Obama - and those who enable him
Just received this via email from William R from Seattle - my friend Ann's dad and now a friend of mine. Think I'll leave it just the way it came - shocking chartreuse and all. We've become so numbed to daily Obama atrocities and media lies, that we need to...1:33 PM in 2012 elections | Permalink | Comments (3)
Palin right about Paul Revere
I somehow missed the latest media Palin pounce - when she remarked that Paul Revere warned the British, prompting the media to fall all over itself reminding us how dumb Sarah Palin is. Turns out she's not the dumb one, after all: Experts back Sarah Palin's historical account You betcha she was...7:23 AM in Sarah Palin | Permalink | Comments (0)
Snap Circuits Program on sale at Amazon
Some of you have asked to see what others buy on Amazon for new ideas. This jumped out at me today - totally cool, Why didn't I ever think of this for my boys? Looks so cool:Elenco Snap Circuits SC-750R Student Training Program by Snap Circuits 5.0 out of 5 stars ...6:52 AM in Bargains | Permalink | Comments (1)
Internet Archive - knowledge base resource
From Grovo:The Internet Archive is a San Francisco-based non-profit started in 1996 to provide the world with permanent access to a digitized archive of millions of books, videos, audio recordings and much more. It collaborates with the Library of Congress, the Smithsonian and other organizations to exist as the...6:28 AM in Homeschooling, Resources | Permalink | Comments (0)
San Francisco Market Street 1906 film
I knew instantly where this was shot - because of the San Francisco Ferry Building at the foot of Market Street.* Shot in 1906, several days before the earthquake (if you don't like the music, turn your speakers down - also note, things get more and more hectic the more...6:03 AM in History | Permalink | Comments (2)
Texas Gov. Rick Perry calls for prayer
Note: Gov. Perry is one of the names being tossed around for the 2012 Republican presidential run. He has not pursued this, but others are pursuing him - the same situation which finally made a candidate out of George Bush.Bush was also Governor of Texas and turned down initial overtures...5:46 AM in 2012 elections | Permalink | Comments (5)
June 5, 2011
Obama - hot dogs, hypocrisy and horrible manners
Two days after the unveiling of Michelle's newest 2 million dollar attack on America's eating habits - see USDA Topples Food Pyramid with a Very Expensive Plate - Obama chows down on his favored fare:What would Michelle say? President Obama wolfs down TWO chili dogs and fries... the day after...6:54 PM in Diet, Liberal Hypocrisy | Permalink | Comments (3)
2/3 American aid going to Muslim nations
It's All Your Money: Foreign Aid to Muslim/Arab nations by William LaJeunesse | May 27, 2011 While America's standing in the Middle East couldn't get much lower, you wouldn't know it looking at the U.S. foreign aid budget. Of proposed U.S. assistance for 2012, almost two-thirds is earmarked for Muslim...4:31 PM in Islam issues | Permalink | Comments (0)
June 3, 2011
Family update
God never ceases to amaze me. Our original lease for this house was for two years and last summer we renewed for another year. A couple months ago the owner came to visit from her home in Florida to decide whether the family would try again to sell the house,...5:53 AM in Family | Permalink | Comments (12)
June 2, 2011
Best stink bug trap - make it yourself for $7
Great news! I love the male mind . . . . Get your teen boys to build you some of these - they can catch 100s in one night: Best Stink Bug Trap Ever HT: Catherine...4:59 PM in Practical Info | Permalink | Comments (3)
Joplin tornado eyewitness: ER doctor
The magnitude of destruction in the wake of the Joplin tornadoes is beyond comprehension. The best we can do is catch glimpses from those who've had time to share their eyewitness accounts. This one, by an ER doctor - who probably never expected to be a hero - is one...7:47 AM in Disasters, Everyday Heroes | Permalink | Comments (0)
June 1, 2011
Looking for rental home - western Loudoun
We were just notified that our three years in the wonderful home we've been privileged to rent in Bluemont will be coming to an end August 1. We were aware that this might be coming as the owners - who'd been out of state for some time - might be...12:20 PM in Family | Permalink | Comments (2)
MommyLife facebook fan page
A reader recommended that I start a MommyLife fanpage at facebook, which I have dutifully done: MommyLifePromote Your Page Too Now I am trying to figure out what to do with it. Any guidance or ideas? Hope you will become a fan and be patient while I figure this out....9:18 AM in | Permalink | Comments (6)
We believe in miracles - and CPR
My latest column at Catholic Herald: We believe in miracles -- and CPR Barbara Curtis 6/1/11 Eleven years ago I nearly lost a son. I was finishing up errands when my cellphone rang. My home number, but a voice I didn't know -- calm, insistent, pressing words into reality. My...9:05 AM in Family, Safety | Permalink | Comments (1)
Alfie Boe - Bring Him Home
Speaking of Les Miserables, have you heard the new Jean Valjean? Alfie Boe: Let Him Live Here he is at the tail end of a line up of four Valjeans at the 25th Anniversary concert. The first is Colm Wilkinson, who was incredible but who's now 20 years older and...8:18 AM in Music | Permalink | Comments (5)
Les Miserables book study - notes, maps, music too
Les MiserablesBook StudyTwo summers ago, some readers and I embarked on an in-depth reading of Les Miserables. This wasn't simply a discussion, but a richly-packed study with links to Internet resources covering everything from French pronunciation to Google maps to research on landmarks mentioned in the text. Also included...7:35 AM in Books, Les Miserables Book Study | Permalink | Comments (1)
Elisabeth Elliot on the daily grind
A good reminder for moms:Spiritual Transport Most of us experience from time to time happy feelings that we think are somehow religious. We feel that we are in a special way in touch with the divine. Our hearts are "strangely warmed." But most of life is not like this. We...7:23 AM in Elisabeth Elliot, Inspiration | Permalink | Comments (0)
Klavan satire on media hypocrisy
More ironic humor. This is a year old, but even more true today: Andrew Klavan: Obama's Beach Blanket Recovery HT: William R....7:19 AM in Humor, Media Bias | Permalink | Comments (1)
Netanyahu to Obama on borders
Dear President Obama: I am writing today with a somewhat unusual request. First and foremost, I will be asking that you return America to its August 20th, 1959 borders so that Hawaii is no longer a state and you are no longer a citizen. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu HT: Catherine...6:56 AM in Humor, Israel | Permalink | Comments (0)
Foreign language programs - recommendations?
Hi Mrs C, I was wondering if you could do a post about learning a foreign language. I have looked into Rosetta Stone but there are reviews that make me hesitant to pay $500 for a program that might not work. I thought perhaps you could share if your children...6:34 AM in Homeschooling | Permalink | Comments (4)
