February 2012
February 29, 2012
Lent 2012 - The Woman at the Well
the first week of Lent has gone and because of our family's norovirus ordeal, I have not been able to publish the resources and inspiration I had planned, but God willing, you will find something here every day. I have changed the image also. I chose the first image...9:27 PM in Lent 2012 | Permalink | Comments (0)
Lent, norovirus, and forced to our knees
One of the reasons I count myself blessed to be a writer is that writing is like an involuntary action for me. Writing is my default. No matter what else I am doing - cooking, cleaning, mothering, talking to my husband, watching Downton Abby - inside myself there is a...9:25 PM in Lent 2012 | Permalink | Comments (3)
Fluke's law school birth control = $3000 - who should pay?
Here is the aggrieved Georgetown law student who testified for Pelosi's Congressional gathering yesterday that her birth control cost her $3000 during 3 years of law school, that her school should be forced to foot the bill, and that she shouldn't have to choose to go to another school because...7:15 PM in Sandra Fluke | Permalink | Comments (9)
Obama Catholics: repent and defend religious freedom
Amazing homily by Father Sammie Maletta delivered 2/5/12 at St. John the Evangelist Parish in St. John, Indiana. Please listen as he challenges Catholics who voted for Obama to repent and to join our fight for religious freedom:...11:26 AM in HHS Mandate | Permalink | Comments (1)
February 28, 2012
Killing newborns legal in Holland
I never knew, but am not surprised: Journal editor defends pro-infanticide piece: Killing newborns is already legal in Holland by John Jalsevac Tue Feb 28, 2012 16:51 ESTFebruary 28, 2012 (LifeSiteNews.com) - The editor of an ethics journal that recently published an article advocating infanticide (what the authors call "post-birth...5:44 PM in Pro-Life Issues | Permalink | Comments (1)
HPV for boys? Hell, no! Not for girls, either!
My daughters made a decision not to have sex before marriage. I respect their decision. Therefore, I did not sign for the HPV vaccine for them. Longtime readers already know that I am very mistrustful of the Big Pharma/Government complex and the constant panic they instill in citizens to endure vaccinations...2:39 PM in Big Pharma | Permalink | Comments (3)
Montessori: Teach kids to handle breakables
Most of us grew up with the idea that breakables should be kept away from kids. In my Montessori training I learned to think outside the box on this one. Maria Montessori believed the child should not be denied the privilege of caring for beautiful things -- otherwise, how could...11:19 AM in Montessori for Everymom | Permalink | Comments (1)
McNaughton Fine Art: The Forgotten Man
The artist is Jon McNaughton. The title of this painting is The Forgotten Man. And yes, that is Obama stepping on the U.S. Constitution while the preceding presidents observe and the forgotten man grieves. For the full effect, please visit McNaughton Fine Art, for a full view and where...10:34 AM in Art | Permalink | Comments (1)
HHS: National Religious Freedom Rally March 23
HHS Mandate is Not Just a Catholic IssuePosted by Matt Yonke (February 27, 2012 at 11:52 pm)To hear the media tell it, one might think that the fight against the HHS Mandate was an issue of the Catholic Church being belligerent about an issue that only affects the Catholic...8:45 AM in HHS Mandate | Permalink | Comments (0)
February 27, 2012
Catholic Advocate: Obama's non-accomodation
thank you, Catholic Advocate. We all need to contact our Congressmen and women.\...6:05 PM in HHS Mandate | Permalink | Comments (2)
Obama to cut military medical benefits
Obama to cut healthcare benefits for active duty and retired US military AP Images Email Us BY: Bill Gertz - February 27, 2012 3:36 pm The Obama administration's proposed defense budget calls for military families and retirees to pay sharply more for their healthcare, while leaving unionized civilian defense...5:52 PM in Military matters, Obama Nation | Permalink | Comments (1)
Elisabeth Elliot: On trusting God
Parable in a Car Wash My 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. I watched Walter's...9:45 AM in Elisabeth Elliot, Lent 2012 | Permalink | Comments (0)
February 25, 2012
Montessori: creating 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 Montessori...11:55 AM in Montessori for Everymom | Permalink | Comments (1)
Montessori for Everymom - new series
I'm changing direction here for a while. When I started MommyLife on January 15, 2005 it was with the goal of unburdening, enlightening and empowering moms to find the joy in their calling and spread it through their families. Times got tough politically and the world today is different than...11:22 AM in Montessori for Everymom | Permalink | Comments (1)
Pinterest - wanna join?
I've finally figured out how I want to use Pinterest. At first I thought it might be a waste of time, but as someone who never got into the textile/scrapbooking thing, I've found my niche there with boards that reflect my taste in books, film, art, humor, inspiration and...11:08 AM in Fun Stuff | Permalink | Comments (0)
February 24, 2012
New to MommyLife? Welcome!
If you like MommyLife, don't forget to sign up for my email list in the right sidebar! Periodically I do a little update for readers new to this site - and since I have visitors dropping in for one particular post, I'm thinking now might be a good time to...4:58 PM in Blogging | Permalink | Comments (2)
Public schools: Muslim proselytizing
Chilling. This was going on in California schools when we moved in 2002 - evidently many more schools today: HT/Samantha (my daughter)...3:31 PM in Islam issues | Permalink | Comments (1)
February 23, 2012
High-flyin' Michelle scolds rich while grabbing their $$$
From The Examiner, but be sure to read the Vacation Log below: Michelle Obama's pitch: Share the wealth 3 hours 32 min ago First lady Michelle Obama has joined her husband's bandwagon to hit the rich and spread the wealth, questioning how well-off families can feel good if others are...7:23 PM in Michelle Obama | Permalink | Comments (0)
Franklin Graham defends his view on Obama
7:21 PM in 2012 Campaign | Permalink | Comments (0)
Michelle Obama a lady? Not really
Y'all know how much I love MOTUS - politics from the point of view of Michelle Obama's Mirror. Don't know how she gets these pictures - today's from the post Aspen ski trip/big Blues Bash at the White House. I really will be glad when we have a FLOTUS who...3:54 PM in Michelle Obama | Permalink | Comments (1)
Obama countin' his chickens
Scary thought: 'I'VE GOT ANOTHER 5 YEARS COMING UP'...3:15 PM in 2012 Campaign | Permalink | Comments (0)
Pro-Life Essay Contest: $1K first prize
Win up to $1K in Pro-Life Essay Contest!The Human Life Foundation announces their first annual Human LIfe Review Student Essay Contest with the topic: What One Person Can Do for Life! Open to all undergraduate college students, submisions should be an article based on an original interview with a deeply-dedicated,...2:54 PM in Contest, Pro-Life Issues | Permalink | Comments (0)
Students for Life: $250 to start a new group!
February 23, 2012Join SFLA's Ambassador Program for Cash!SFLA will offer $250 to ANY student who starts a new pro-life group! To be considered a valid group within the Ambassador Program, completed groups will be required to meet the following criteria:Has a mission statement or constitutionHas participated in or hosted at...2:53 PM in Pro-Life Issues | Permalink | Comments (0)
WorldVision 30-Hour Famine - your support needed!
Well, do I feel blessed that my oldest grandchild not only read my blog this morning on World Vision's 30 Hour Famine, but promptly signed up to participate at his church: Emmaus in Berryville. If you would like to support this effort by World Vision and aren't already sponsoring someone,...2:24 PM in Opportunities to give | Permalink | Comments (0)
Lent: Q & A brush-up
FAQs About Lent * New FAQ's * Why do some refer to Easter as Easter and others use Lent or Pentecost and what is the significance of each? * Why do we put ash on our forehead? * Where do the ashes come from? * When do I wash...1:09 PM in Lent, Lent 2012 | Permalink | Comments (0)
Today's newborns each inherit $1.5 million debt
Study: Each Child Born Today Will Inherit $1.5 Million Of National Debt February 22nd, 2012 | Author: Rachel If we stopped spending now, we'd only be stuck with a debt burden of $189,000 for every American man, woman and child. But we're not stopping. In fact, Obama wants to accelerate...12:59 PM in Government Corruption | Permalink | Comments (0)
Obama Catholics: sin or co-dependency?
A Catholic vote for Obama: Is it a sin? A sign of co-dependency?If a Catholic you love insists that President Obama is still the best man for the job in 2012, then gather your right-thinking friends and family around them: it's time for an intervention.First, you might wonder, are there really...12:46 PM in Catholicism | Permalink | Comments (1)
World Vision 30-Hour Famine starts tomorrow
Your teens may want to get involved in this this weekend. If so, they can visit 30 Hour Famine for more information: Parents, Social Media May Not Be That Bad for Your Teen After All New Study: Big Jump in Teens Who Say Social Media Has Made Them More Aware...12:28 PM in Opportunities to give | Permalink | Comments (0)
February 22, 2012
Ash Wednesday readings 2012
Tripp has been out of town - will be home tonight. So I took the Jesse, Daniel and Justin to Mass this morning, with Jonny serving as an altar boy. I love the imposition of the ashes on Ash Wendesday. Love the word imposition and what that means - that...7:40 PM in Lent, Lent 2012 | Permalink | Comments (0)
SBA Michigan bus tour: Santorum for Pres 2/23-28
Spread the word - and be there if you can!! FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: February 22, 2012 Contact: Mallory Quigley, (202) 223-8073 *** MEDIA ADVISORY *** Social Conservatives to Kick-Off Michigan Bus Tour Supporting Rick Santorum for PresidentSusan B. Anthony List Leads Effort to Elect Proven Leader WASHINGTON, DC ? On Thursday, February 23,...4:05 PM in Rick Santorum | Permalink | Comments (0)
Mick Jagger at the White House - on your dime
Just think, your tax dollars paid for all these guests, all the entertainment and all the food - and all you got was the lousy You-Tube care of Michelle Obama's Mirror, where you can read a full account of the evening....3:43 PM in | Permalink | Comments (0)
$2 a chance to eat with Obama
Barbara -- Sitting down for a meal with the President of the United States is just not a chance many people -- including me -- will ever get. That's why you'd be crazy not to at least give this a shot. We're drawing the first winner tonight at midnight.Pitch...3:17 PM in Obama Nation | Permalink | Comments (2)
February 21, 2012
O'Bama Pint Glasses for sale
From ObamaFoodorama, which has split into a private members-only blog to report the social extravaganzas which might not sit so well with the masses these days - and a public bandwagon to tout fundraisers like the lotteries to win a meal with the president and the tchotchkes hawked on a...11:14 PM in Government Corruption | Permalink | Comments (3)
Obama Blues Party tonight at White House
Drudge Reports on your tax dollars at work for our Imperial Presidency: JAGGER SINGS 'COMMIT A CRIME' TO OBAMA AT WHITE HOUSE Tue Feb 21 2012 20:11:21 ET Subject: Pool #1--The BluesPool was escorted into the East Room for "In Performance at The White House: Red, White and Blues" at...11:11 PM in | Permalink | Comments (0)
Obama and Santorum: social issues/double standards
Sex, Lies and Rick Santorum The politics of the double standard on social issues. By WILLIAM MCGURN When Barack Obama was campaigning for president in 2008, he declared that marriage is between a man and a woman. For the most part, his position was treated as a nonissue. Now Rick...7:04 PM in Rick Santorum | Permalink | Comments (0)
Religious art - public domain
The Place to Download • 1,600+ Religious-Image Files • All High-Res, Royalty FREE • High Quality JPEGs, 300dpi+ • View all Fine-Art Galleries • View Higher-Res Images for Sale Bookmark...6:38 PM in Catholicism | Permalink | Comments (1)
February 20, 2012
Susan B. Anthony List backs Santorum
Dear Barbara, Among the field of strong pro-life candidates in the GOP primary, one stands out as a proven leader in this great human and civil rights cause of our time. Rick Santorum communicates the vision and has exhibited the strategic and tactical prowess the pro-life...5:32 PM in Rick Santorum | Permalink | Comments (0)
"Ask a Monk" - live chat M-F 6-6:30, weekends 3-5
A letter to the Catholic Exchange Community from Harold Fickett, Editor-in-Chief Dear Catholic Exchange Community: "Ask A Monk" is Online! At 6 PM Eastern Time today, February 20, 2012, "Ask A Monk" goes live for the first time. From his monastery Brother Sebastian will be using chat software...5:14 PM in Catholicism | Permalink | Comments (0)
Loudoun: Free kids' tix to The Lorax at Cobb 3/14
5:03 PM in Entertainment, Free stuff, Loudoun County | Permalink | Comments (0)
Ron Paul not compatible with Catholic teaching
From RomanCatholicBlog.com. The first six frames are John Stossel's 2007 interview with Ron Paul (and it is well documented that Paul has been trying to make his message more palatable to Christian conservatives in recent years). Then the take from one Catholic's point of view. I recommend everyone educate themselves...4:30 PM in 2012 Campaign, Rick Santorum | Permalink | Comments (9)
Santorum on Face the Nation 2/19 - must see!
Rick Santorum was on Face the Nation yesterday. As Rush said today, Bob Schieffer seemed as though he was interviewing someone from Mars. Clearly, Ol' Bob had never ever heard anything like this. Yay for Rick for articulating a conservative worldview with dignity and grace - and he can do...4:14 PM in Rick Santorum | Permalink | Comments (0)
Children and Lent: Family resources make it real
Lent is a season neglected by many evangelicals. But you don't have to be a member of a liturgical church to enrich your family's spiritual life through observing the 40 day preparation for Easter. See 10 Lenten Traditions to Enrich Your Family's Easter Celebration, which I wrote in 1997 -...2:57 PM in Lent, Lent 2012 | Permalink | Comments (1)
Ron Paul: not a social conservative
I may make some enemies by being this frank, but I feel the time has come: If you are a true conservative, I would ask you to reconsider your allegiance to a libertarian who does not grasp the fact that you cannot fix our country's economic problems without addressing the...2:20 PM in Rick Santorum | Permalink | Comments (7)
Michelle's 16th vacation in 3 years
Don't expect the US Propaganda Press to cover this slap in the face to American voters. Obscene:Well it has been a whole month! Just weeks after 17-day Hawaii vacation Michelle hits the slopes with daughters on Aspen ski trip By Hannah Roberts Last updated at 6:46 AM on 19th February...11:19 AM in Michelle Obama | Permalink | Comments (2)
Downton Abbey: Mr. Bates online chat 1:00 today
Cast & Insider Chats: Brendan Coyle The ladies love him! The Earl adores him! Now you can celebrate Presidents Day with Masterpiece and Mr. Bates. Join fan favorite Brendan Coyle, Downton Abbey's soulful valet, in our exclusive online chat, Monday, February 20, 2012 at 1pm EST. Bring your questions...10:45 AM in Downton Abbey, Entertainment | Permalink | Comments (0)
Downton Abbey withdrawal? Here's help
I will do nothing to spoil the end of Season II of Downton Abbey, and I hope - for newbies' sakes - that no one else does either. This has been the most delicious thing I've seen on TV since the first season of 24, in terms of leaving viewers...10:31 AM in Downton Abbey | Permalink | Comments (4)
Adopt baby with Down syndrome now - NJ
Hello! I am with Open Arms Adoption Network, a non-profit adoption agency in Philadelphia, PA and am writing to you in hopes that you may know of any homestudy ready families who might be interested in adopting a little boy who was just born 10 days ago with Down's. This...1:05 AM in Adoption, Down syndrome | Permalink | Comments (0)
February 19, 2012
Who Needs Ryan Gosling? your input, please
One of the funniest couples I know has taken off on the Ryan Gosling meme - and invited you to participate at Who Needs Ryan Gosling?: Who Needs Ryan Gosling? Stuff My Husband Says What is this site about? Hey, girl. The Ryan Gosling meme is funny...but who needs him...1:07 PM in Humor | Permalink | Comments (0)
Facebook humor/inspiration stream #17
My Facebook News Feed is like a river streaming so much humor and inspiration, I have been doing roundups of the best whenever I have a minute. Except for the first three, which got bumped to the top, In the random order they appeared: See all my facebook humor/Inspiration streams...11:44 AM in Facebook humor/inspiration stream | Permalink | Comments (0)
February 18, 2012
MommyLife Sponsor: The Catholic Company
MommyLife's other new sponsor is The Catholic Company, which carries just about every conceivable spiritual encouragement a family could need: I am grateful for this special access for my readers to the Catholic Company and hope you will remember to use the link in my right sidebar in the future...10:56 AM in Catholicism | Permalink | Comments (0)
MommyLife Sponsor: Lighthouse Catholic Media
I have added two sponsors to MommyLife: The first is Lighthouse Catholic Media, which offers a wonderful program where you can sign up for the CD of the month. My friend Wendy introduced me to this a couple years ago. She always carries these CDs with her to loan to...10:30 AM in Spiritual education | Permalink | Comments (3)
Loudoun PHC: ex-Komen Karen Handel 2/21 6pm
For those of you who followed the Susan G. Komen Foundation/Planned Parenthood debacle - summed up here - I just learned of a special opportunity to hear from former senior vice president Karen Hodel, who had to step down following Komen's shameful retreat back to the PPFA plantation: Special Addition...8:34 AM in Current Affairs, Loudoun County, Planned Parenthood, Purcellville | Permalink | Comments (2)
Allen West: GOP liberated blacks, Dems held them back
Every American needs to watch this to hear the true story of the party that stood for freedom and equality: Republicans, founded by Abraham Lincoln.. Like a process straight out of Orwell's 1984, the Democrat reconstruction of history - which ignores their association with the Ku Klux Klan and segregation...8:10 AM in Conservatism | Permalink | Comments (0)
February 16, 2012
Six arrested at White House today for praying on sidewalk
UPDATED: Catholic priest, pro-life activists arrested outside White House protesting Obama mandate by John Jalsevac Thu Feb 16, 2012 13:39 EST Co-authored with John JalsevacUpdated: Feb. 16, 2012 at 4:48 pm EST.February 16, 2012 (LifeSiteNews.com) - Six pro-life activists, including one Catholic priest, were arrested this morning in front of...5:48 PM in HHS Mandate | Permalink | Comments (6)
World magazine - two months free
As a 20-year subscriber to World, I am excited to see them reaching out in many ways to extend their readership. To those who long ago gave up on Time and Newsweek and get news mainly online, World is a great comprehensive round-up of national and international news from a...4:16 PM in Conservative resources | Permalink | Comments (0)
Michelle O's conference call tonight - sign up now!
I made a mistake earlier this week - the Michelle Obama conference call was not Tuesday, but TONIGHT! I am signed up and you can sign up too! Barbara -- There are only a few hours left to sign up for tonight's conference call with First Lady Michelle Obama. It...3:54 PM in Michelle Obama | Permalink | Comments (1)
Wherever You Are - UK Military Wives video
1:52 PM in Military matters | Permalink | Comments (0)
Planned Parenthood: Hooking Kids on Sex
Not for children. Please watch this expose on Planned Parenthood efforts - using your tax dollars - to hook kids on sex. Share it with your friends and neighbors who may not understand the demonic workings of this organization. Keep working to expose PPFA. And like this video as PPFA...1:32 PM in Planned Parenthood | Permalink | Comments (1)
Warship for Gabby, half-staff for Whitney cheapens tradition
This kind of stuff cheapens our national heritage - kinda like handing out trophies to everyone on the Little League team:Mother Of Fallen Marine Offended By Half-Staff Flags For Singer...Naming warship after Gabby Giffords draws fire... Contact Governor ChristieContact Secretary of Defense: 703-571-3343...12:19 PM in Continuing chaos | Permalink | Comments (1)
Live Streaming: Did Obama cross Church/State separation?
Click here 2-16-12 "Lines Crossed: Separation of Church and State. Has the Obama Administration Trampled on Freedom of Religion and Freedom of Conscience?" Chairman Issa Hearing Preview Statement Americans of all faiths have a right to practice their religion free from the fear of persecution or harassment from their government....11:47 AM in HHS Mandate | Permalink | Comments (0)
Downton Abbey spoof
Downton Abbey was so heavy this week, I needed this (language alert): HT: Wendy K....7:28 AM in Downton Abbey, Entertainment, Humor | Permalink | Comments (1)
the Catholic Church: A Report
From Dorothy (Baby Dot), who blogs at Growing Old OnLine: Musings at 85 86 87 88: Excerpts of an article written by non-Catholic Sam Miller - a prominent Cleveland Jewish businessman: "Why would newspapers carry on a vendetta on one of the most important institutions that we have today in...7:09 AM in Catholicism | Permalink | Comments (1)
February 15, 2012
Pro-life demonstration; White House 2/16 11:00 AM
Despite media reports that Obama had "caved" to Catholics concerning his threat to their freedom of religion - and his broken promise that he would defend the conscienc e clause - nothing really happened at last Friday's press conference, just a shell game which still resulted with the church footing...6:34 PM in Activism, HHS Mandate, Pro-Life Issues | Permalink | Comments (0)
February 14, 2012
Wycliffe Bibles translate "The Father" as "Allah
As if we don't have enough to worry about: Bibles that Translate "The Father" as "Allah" By Nina Shea February 14, 2012 6:08 P.M. C The most astonishing example of the global inroads being made by Muslim blasphemy codes may well be found in a deepening controversy over the Bible translations...9:08 PM in | Permalink | Comments (6)
Reel Love: Movies for Valentine's Day
Reel Love Ah, love! The celebration of St. Valentine's Day lends love a special focus each February. But for believers, love can be a celebration every day - but never limited to romance. In 1 Corinthians 13, Paul compels us to examine love's many faces. Film makers also have provided...3:25 PM in Movies, Valentine's Day | Permalink | Comments (0)
NC: State agent dumps preschooler's home lunch
I can't wait to see the backlash against Michelle O'Bossypants when parents start realizing she's not suggesting, she's criminalizing parental rights:Preschooler's Homemade Lunch Replaced with Cafeteria "Nuggets" State agent inspects sack lunches, forces preschoolers to purchase cafeteria food instead By Sara Burrows Feb. 14th, 2012 RAEFORD -- A preschooler at...2:00 PM in Michelle Obama, Parental Rights | Permalink | Comments (2)
Saint Valentine's Day - origins
In my mailbox today from The American Minute with Bill Federer: American Minute with Bill Federer Feb. 14 - Saint Valentine's Day In the 3rd century, Emperor Claudius II was faced with defending the Roman Empire from the invading Goths. He believed men who were not married made better soldiers...11:17 AM in Valentine's Day | Permalink | Comments (0)
The Ant and the Grasshopper - old and new
From American Spectator: THE ANT AND THE GRASSHOPPER: Two Versions **** OLD VERSION The ant works hard in the withering heat all summer long, building his house and laying up supplies for the winter. The grasshopper thinks the ant is a fool and laughs and dances and plays the summer...10:56 AM in Conservative resources | Permalink | Comments (0)
Matt cast in Jekyll & Hyde - The Musical
And as if working in the beginning stages of a new musical weren't enough, Matt has also been cast in the lead role of JEKYLL & HYDE - The Musical March 23 - June 2, 2012at Way Off Broadway Dinner Theater in Frederick, Maryland....10:42 AM in Entertainment, Family | Permalink | Comments (0)
Matt cast in new musical: It's Your World
Matt has been cast in the lead in this work-in-progress musical which hopes to make it to Broadway after the grassroots vetting process.Here's a little clip:And you can go to It's Your World to Like and keep up with developments. They will be having a read-through in March - I...10:34 AM in Entertainment, Family | Permalink | Comments (0)
Propaganda: Obama unleashes "truth teams"
Obama To Unleash "Truth Teams" To Counter Negative Coverage GOP describes squads of supporters as "propaganda teams to deceive voters"Steve Watson Infowars.com February 13, 2012 The Obama campaign is to "educate" and deploy what it describes as "truth teams" to ensure that any attacks on the president's record are...10:23 AM in Propaganda | Permalink | Comments (0)
Hillsdale: Free Constitution Course
Begins February 20, 2012! About Constitution 101 "Constitution 101: The Meaning and History of the Constitution" is a 10-week online course presented by Hillsdale College. An expanded format from the "Introduction to the Constitution" lecture series with Hillsdale College President Dr. Larry Arnn, Constitution 101 follows closely the...10:01 AM in Conservative resources, Homeschooling | Permalink | Comments (0)
Loudoun Vigil for Life begins February 25
Will You Stand for Life With Us? Come with us as we spread the pro-life message to the rest of Loudoun County! Every Lent and Fall, join with fellow Loudoun Catholics as we give witness to the pro-life Gospel outside of the Leesburg Courthouse! You don't even have to be...8:33 AM in Loudoun County, Prayer needs, Pro-Life Issues | Permalink | Comments (1)
Komen's Nancy Brinker: The knives are out
Funny how after enjoying being a darling of the Left for decades, Nancy Brinker - who founded and still heads the Susan G. Komen Foundation - has become a Class A villain. So what good did it do her to go back to the plantation and recant her sin of...7:47 AM in Planned Parenthood | Permalink | Comments (0)
VA: Michelle O conference call tonight!
I'm sure some of you would love to sign up: Barbara -- The organizing that women here in Virginia do over the next nine months will be vital to winning on Election Day. To kick off Women for Obama here in Virginia, First Lady Michelle Obama is hosting a call...7:33 AM in Michelle Obama | Permalink | Comments (1)
February 13, 2012
Obama: fire troops, hire more govt workers
Could it be because government workers are an Obama voting bloc and our armed forces are not? From Drudge: Pentagon May Oust Troops Involuntarily to Meet Reductions in Budget Plan... Obama's budget: Government still getting bigger......7:52 PM in Obama Nation, Oppression | Permalink | Comments (1)
Growing support for Santorum
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Video: Remember to breathe
Becky sent this to me today - it truly is breathtakingly beautiful, a reminder how God loves us to surround us with such glorious sights:...7:33 PM in Inspiration | Permalink | Comments (2)
February 12, 2012
Michelle's relentless taxpayer-funded campaigning
With all Queen M's frantic campaigning throughout the US and TV land, you may be wondering how much it's costing taxpayers. And maybe even wondering how they get away with it.In Hoe Time vs MO Time, MOTUS - Michelle Obama's Mirror - explains what does not constitute campaign time for...5:02 PM in Government Corruption, Michelle Obama | Permalink | Comments (0)
Lynchburg: bridal gowns at deep discount
I have this thing I call Anointed Shopping. It's like when God is so gracious as to know there is something special I need to find and not a lot of time to find it - or money to buy it. Through the years, He's blessed me with many special...4:07 PM in Bargains, Family | Permalink | Comments (1)
Curtis Family: new wheels and gratitude
This was our loyal 12-passenger 2006 Ford Club Wagon on January 20. Tripp and Jesse, Daniel and Justin were all okay, thanks to seatbelts and the fact that Tripp was driving slowly. But the van was totaled, leaving us worried how we would replace it. Thank goodness it was fully...3:49 PM in Family | Permalink | Comments (4)
Who really increased the federal budget?
3:32 PM in Government Corruption | Permalink | Comments (2)
What is a Santorum Catholic?
This brings some clarity to a confusing situation presented by finally having a true Catholic in the public eye: Santorum Surges: Fr Longenecker Asks 'What is a Santorum Catholic?' By Fr Dwight Longenecker 2/12/2012Here's a Catholic politician who doesn't speak down to the working classes, but speaks up for the...3:18 PM in Rick Santorum | Permalink | Comments (0)
Looking for a Loudoun caterer
Anyone have any recommendations?Sophia and Josh are getting married May 19 at Trinity Church in Upperville. Josh's father, Paul who pastors a church in Florida will marry them. The wedding is at 11:00 am, so we will have a reception with lunch. About 150 guests. I really need some help...11:17 AM in Family | Permalink | Comments (1)
Media Multi-tasking hurts girls' social skills
Study Says Media Multi-tasking May Hurt Girls' Social Skills Photo Credit: Discovery Girls Inc.Technology is a HUGE part of our lives--and it's here to stay. That's why it's important that we all understand the results of the Stanford University study that was conducted with the help of Discovery Girls' readers. The...11:10 AM in Teens and Tweens | Permalink | Comments (0)
Song to learn the books of the Bible
Hi Barbara, I apologize if this is available in the archives of your site, but I thought you'd be the person to ask about a song for teaching my children the books of the Bible. I didn't learn as a child and am having a rough time finding one on...11:03 AM in Spiritual education | Permalink | Comments (3)
Obama campaign survey - anyone?
I subscribe to the other side to keep up with their spin. Had a chance to take their survey and vent this morning: Thank you for taking our survey. Your feedback will help shape this campaign for the months to come.Return to BarackObama.com here...10:57 AM in 2012 Campaign | Permalink | Comments (0)
February 11, 2012
Planned Parenthood memo: stop maternity coverage
From LifeSiteNews Secret Planned Parenthood Memo: Stop Maternity Coverage by Abby Johnson | Washington, DC | LifeNews.com | 11/28/11 11:08 AMSince becoming pregnant, I have learned a hard reality. I have private insurance because I am self employed. I knew that my insurance plan did not offer maternity coverage. I...6:48 PM in Planned Parenthood, Pro-Life Issues | Permalink | Comments (4)
Smart phone pictures pose privacy risk
Change your settings now!...4:56 PM in Safety | Permalink | Comments (1)
Michelle's nutrition tour: self-serving, hypocritcal
It's because her husband's poll numbers are in the tank - and the media keeps telling us how popular Her Bossiness is. She's on every TV show and all over the media spreading the Gospel of her odd religion. Her march on the the military to tell them how to...1:03 PM in Michelle Obama | Permalink | Comments (0)
Facebook humor/inspiration stream #16
My Facebook News Feed is like a river streaming so much humor and inspiration, I plan to do roundups of the best whenever I have a minute. Except for the first three, which got bumped to the top, In the random order they appeared: See all my facebook humor/Inspiration streams...10:58 AM in Facebook humor/inspiration stream | Permalink | Comments (0)
Elisabeth Elliot: No Love Without Grief
No Love Without Grief Tell us, fool, who knows more of love--the one who has joys from it or the one who has trials and griefs? He answered: There cannot be any knowledge of love without both of them. (Ramon Lull, The Book of the Lover and the Beloved) When...10:24 AM in Elisabeth Elliot | Permalink | Comments (0)
February 10, 2012
Religious scholars reject Obama "compromise"
The following is a statement signed by more than three dozen religious scholars and leaders on the Obama administration's announcement regarding its contraceptive coverage policy. It is on Notre Dame letterhead and you can see the original here. Unacceptable Today the Obama administration has offered what it has styled as...9:40 PM in HHS Mandate | Permalink | Comments (0)
CPAC 2012 Live stream today
Every conservative luminary is at CPAC this year. Here is a list of the speakers and PDF of the schedule so you can keep up with who is speaking and when.You can find livestreaming of CPAC at Mediaite....10:00 AM in Conservative resources | Permalink | Comments (0)
February 9, 2012
Facebook parenting: for the rebellious teen
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Jack Bauer School of Evangelism
Okay, I know we have our disagreements, but I would have laughed at this even when I was an evangelical:...10:07 PM in Humor | Permalink | Comments (0)
Healthcare Mandate: Live Webcast now
As part of the Obama Administration's health care mandate, beginning next year any organization that offers health insurance to employees will be forced to cover contraception, sterilizations, and abortifacients -- no matter what their objections. This is not only an attack on the consciences of employers and employees, but a...8:03 PM in HHS Mandate | Permalink | Comments (0)
Obama's Constitution cluelessness
Yes, indeed....5:51 PM in Obama Nation | Permalink | Comments (2)
Eric Metaxas at the National Prayer Breakfast
Wow! Everyone is raving about Eric Metaxas's presentation at the National Prayer Breakfast. And once you listen to it, you'll see why. Such a contrast to Obama's stilted, partisan, twisting-scripture-to-fit-his-Marxist-ideals speech: See The President & The Prophet: Obama's Unusual Encounter with Eric Metaxas and Eric Metaxas' Brilliant Speech at National...3:14 PM in Inspiration | Permalink | Comments (3)
"Jesus Loves Me" for seniors
Having lived many more years than I have left, I am starting to look ahead more and more, gleaning all I can from people who are older and wiser than I and especially taking note of those who choose to die in dignity and peace. So when I received...3:07 PM in | Permalink | Comments (0)
MOTUS on Michelle/Jimmy Fallon WH romp
MOTUS Is my guilty pleasure, so I've been waiting to see what she would say about Queen Michelle's White House romp with Jimmy Fallon. Here's the tease:Thursday, February 9, 2012 Sack Races and Chicken Faces: Fundamentally Transforming America As you know, this month marks the historic Second Anniversary of...2:09 PM in Michelle Obama | Permalink | Comments (0)
Boys' Suits for Communion, Confirmation, Weddings
With eight sons, I've bought my share of boys' suits in my day. And have ejoyed the suit mystique which makes them stand up just a little taller when they wear them. I don't know about all boys, but boys love to get dressed up. We're coming up on the...8:08 AM in Boys | Permalink | Comments (1)
Obama approval below reelection standard
Gallup: Obama's approval below reelection standard byConn Carroll Senior Editorial Writer Gallup released a memo earlier this week titled, "Where the U.S. Election Stands Now," comparing past presidential approval ratings with each candidates reelection results. Read more at the Washington Examiner...7:52 AM in 2012 Campaign | Permalink | Comments (0)
February 8, 2012
Obama dressed down by "prophet" Metaxas
Good news out of the National Prayer Breakfast, where Obama tried to burnish his Christian creds, telling us that a government that overtaxes is justified because Jesus told us to care for the least of these.Here's something that will make you smile:The President & The Prophet: Obama's Unusual Encounter with...6:20 PM in HHS Mandate | Permalink | Comments (3)
WSJ: HHS tells believers "Go To Hell"
ObamaCare's Great Awakening HHS tells religious believers to go to hell. The public notices.The political furor over President Obama's birth-control mandate continues to grow, even among those for whom contraception poses no moral qualms, and one needn't be a theologian to understand why. The country is being exposed to the...6:16 PM in HHS Mandate | Permalink | Comments (3)
Homeschool prejudice against Catholics?
Read this and weep - at least I hope some people weep who are finally convicted of the truth:Hi Barbara,Thank you for your time... I would love your insight- as we are a "newbie" homeschooling family... Just starting out with a 3 yr old & 1 yr old.. As is my nature-...3:43 PM in Catholicism, Homeschooling | Permalink | Comments (16)
Dependency surges 23% under Obama
Dependency Index Surges 23% Under President Obama By JOHN MERLINE, INVESTOR'S BUSINESS DAILY Posted 08:02 AM ET View Enlarged ImageThe American public's dependence on the federal government shot up 23% in just two years under President Obama, with 67 million now relying on some federal program, according to a newly released study by...12:27 PM in Obama Nation | Permalink | Comments (0)
Michelle O/Jimmy Fallon White House romp
Some people berate Obama critics saying we should respect the office of presidency. But this wanna-be-celebrities couple has done more to diss the office than the whole country could do. Is there a TV show this publicity-hungry woman has not been on - especially egregious, her brainwashing on children's shows....11:57 AM in Continuing chaos, Michelle Obama | Permalink | Comments (3)
Rick Santorum campaign - how you can help
If you're starting to get excited about this campaign - which represents the possibility of having a trustworthy, honorable man assume the presidency, you can donate or volunteer. Find out how at RickSantorum.com Also, visit his facebook page...10:20 AM in Rick Santorum | Permalink | Comments (1)
HHS mandate: "We will not comply"
"One has not only a legal but a moral responsibility to obey just laws. Conversely one has a moral responsibility to disobey unjust laws" Martin Luther King, Jr. Following Santorum's 3-state sweep yesterday, expect the regime to backtrack. But we will not forget. Just waiting for November....9:59 AM in HHS Mandate | Permalink | Comments (0)
Santorum 3-state sweep victory speech
Please make time to watch this. The Obama Regime has awakened a sleeping giant. I predict Santorum will continue to gain strength as Catholics - and other believers - begin to realize the danger of the political monster now in control of every aspect of our lives. Give us liberty!...9:34 AM in Rick Santorum | Permalink | Comments (1)
Santorum 3-state sweep - what it means
Reuters called it a "shocking sweep." After the way the Obama Regime has recently ground Catholics and religious liberty beneath their boots, it shouldn't surprise anyone. Expect the Regime to back off, but don't expect us to forget the grave danger another four years of this tyranny represents:Three-state sweep revives Santorum's...9:01 AM in 2012 Campaign, Rick Santorum | Permalink | Comments (0)
February 7, 2012
Charles Dickens 200th birthday - resources
Just realized when I finally noticed today's Google: That today is Charles Dickens' birthday. and not just any birthday, but his 200th!While I've been focused on all the current political ugliness, there has been something so much more interesting to discuss ( and my own discussion must now be short because...4:04 PM in Books | Permalink | Comments (4)
Obama Catholics - 30 pieces of silver
They betrayed their God, their Church and fellow believers....3:51 PM in HHS Mandate | Permalink | Comments (0)
VA Farm/livestock worker - May-Thanksgiving job
This looks like a good educational opportunity for someone:Jesse Straight's Pastured Poultry and Livestock Apprentice Position May 1, 2012 through Thanksgiving 2012 Warrenton, Virginia We are looking for a person who is incredibly hard working, cheerful, coachable, professional, and interested in learning the work and business of sustainable pasture-based farming!...3:37 PM in | Permalink | Comments (0)
Sibling fighting - helping children break the cycle
From my Inbox - something I would appreciate your help in answering: Hi, Barbara, Have you ever done a post on how to handle sibling fighting? My oldest three (ages 14, 12, and 11) can just be vicious with each other. I can tell they still show restraint, but...3:27 PM in Mothering | Permalink | Comments (2)
Parenting wisdom - from the Bible
From The Mommy Manual: Finding Help Fast These books make it easy to come up with just the perfect Scripture for any occasion: Proverbs for Parenting: A Topical Guide for Child Raising from the Book of Proverbs/King James Version Look up any sin or any virtue and find a multitude...3:25 PM in Spiritual education | Permalink | Comments (0)
Rabbit intimidates sheep - cute and funny
We owned sheep when we lived in California. They are pretty dumb and skittish....2:54 PM in Animals, Fun Stuff | Permalink | Comments (3)
February homeschool resources
These are from a local homeschool umbrella organization, Right at Home. You can see why I recommend that even if you live 3000 miles away, you might want to sign up for their monthly newsletter: TERRIFIC LINKS FOR FEBRUARY: HEAV Day at the Capitol RAH Spring Soccer Zoo Babies Student...2:34 PM in Homeschooling | Permalink | Comments (0)
The green thing
Received in my email, author unkown:The Green Thing Checking out at the store, the young cashier suggested to the older woman, that she should bring her own grocery bags because plastic bags weren't good for the environment. The woman apologized and explained, "We didn't have this green thing back...2:05 PM in Nostalgia | Permalink | Comments (1)
Fine art: Laundry Day
From Pamela Blaies Fine Art, Laundry Day - way beyond my price range, but just so beautiful I wanted to share: This painting of a woman hanging laundry offers a fresh and peaceful feeling. Light filters through the freshly washed fabric hanging across a delightful garden courtyard. Titus 3:5...1:43 PM in Art | Permalink | Comments (0)
Sarah Palin on Trig's fourth birthday
In Newsweek Magazine Life With Trig: Sarah Palin on Raising a Special-Needs Child Feb 6, 2012 12:00 AM EST He's nearing his fourth birthday. He has Down syndrome. And he greets every day with a round of applause. Last week, Rick Santorum and his family offered us a reminder...1:12 PM in Disabilities, Down syndrome, Sarah Palin | Permalink | Comments (0)
Obama u-turn: supports super PACs
Obama campaign to support super PAC fundraisingPosted byCNN Chief White House Correspondent Jessica Yellin (CNN) - In a change of position, Barack Obama's reelection campaign will begin using administration and campaign aides to fundraise for Priorities USA Action, a super PAC backing the president. Obama has been an outspoken critic...1:02 PM in 2012 Campaign, Liberal Hypocrisy | Permalink | Comments (0)
Muslim's global war on Christians
Ayaan Hirsi Ali left Islam, exposed it in her autobiographical Infidel ( a must-read), and has been speaking the truth and facing persecution ever since. She is not a Christian, by the way, just a individual dedicated to truth and justice:Ayaan Hirsi Ali:The Global War on Christians in the Muslim...11:53 AM in Islam issues | Permalink | Comments (0)
Komen/Planned Parenthood cartoon round-up
I love editorial cartoons, which convey at a glance what would take me 1000 words to explain, giving proof to the maxim that a picture is worth a thousand words. Amazing how within 24 hours of announcing their intention to withdraw funds from Planned Parenthood because their bylaws prohibit funding...10:49 AM in Pro-Life Issues | Permalink | Comments (1)
Language of abortion
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February 6, 2012
Afghan War - an insider story
Lifted from Drudge, because this story may be gone by tomorrow morning: Lieutenant Colonel Breaks Ranks: Pentagon painting false picture of Afghan war... 'Military leaders have let us down'......10:26 PM in Military matters | Permalink | Comments (0)
Pelosi w/Obama against Catholic Church
Pelosi Vows to Stand With Obama Against Catholic Church; Says Decision Forcing Catholics to Act Against Faith Was 'Very Courageous' By Thomas CloudFebruary 2, 2012 (CNSNews.com) - House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi (D.-Calif.) vowed today that she will join with the Obama administration in standing up against the Catholic Church...4:25 PM in HHS Mandate | Permalink | Comments (0)
Pope Obama
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Why not Santorum?
February 6, 2012 4:00 A.M.Again, Why Not Santorum? Missouri's "beauty contest" primary on Tuesday could be Rick Santorum's big chance. If he defeats Mitt Romney in that event, as at least one poll shows he is poised to do, the punditocracy and public alike might finally recognize the considerable upside...4:14 PM in 2012 Campaign | Permalink | Comments (1)
7 Giveaways - last day to enter - winners tomorrow
I'd gotten way behind in my giveaways, but decided today to not stop until they were all posted - 7 new giveaways!!! Some really products to improve the quality of your life.No comments here. Instead, please scoot over to my giveaway page and leave a comment for anything you'd like...3:53 PM in | Permalink | Comments (1)
Conscience Clause: Stop HHS Mandate Petition
The National Petition to Stop HHS Mandate President Obama, in your speech at Notre Dame and elsewhere, you promised that you would provide conscience exemptions for those whose faith forbade their participation in evil. You have broken that promise by forcing our Church to provide insurance coverage for sterilization,...1:49 PM in HHS Mandate | Permalink | Comments (2)
Obama: making the church bow to him
From the Wall Street Journal: But the big political news of the week isn't Mr. Romney's gaffe, or even his victory in Florida. The big story took place in Washington. That's where a bomb went off that not many in the political class heard, or understood. But President Obama just...12:50 PM in HHS Mandate | Permalink | Comments (1)
Students for Life: Santorum event free
Spread the word: February 6, 2012 Dear Barbara, This morning, a supporter of SFLA called to let me know that he wanted to pay the way for pro-life students to attend CPAC, the nation's largest conservative conference of the year, this weekend: February 10th and 11th in Washington, D.C. for...10:08 AM in Pro-Life Issues | Permalink | Comments (0)
February 5, 2012
Mark Steyn: Big Abortion stomps Komen
February 4, 2012 5:00 A.M.The Liberal Enforcers Komen couldn't be permitted to get away with disrespecting Big Abortion. By Mark Steyn As Senator Obama said during the 2008 campaign, words matter. Modern "liberalism" is strikingly illiberal; the high priests of "tolerance" are increasingly intolerant of even the mildest dissent; and those...7:40 PM in Planned Parenthood | Permalink | Comments (2)
Superbowl - Kelly Clarkson's National Anthem
Brought tears to my eyes. Kelly Clarkson was dressed up for the occasion - looking very Zooey Deschanel in short dress, high heels and heavy bangs. She sang beautifully and respectfully - like it wasn't about her but about our country - and I loved that she was flanked on...7:01 PM in Music, Patriotism | Permalink | Comments (3)
February 4, 2012
Happy birthday, dear Zach!
Today is Zach's 24th birthday! And since I can't blow out the candles or get him on a phone - because he's in his first round of training at the Marines Officers Candidate School (in the photo left which we found at their site) - I guess I'll have...10:38 PM in Family | Permalink | Comments (6)
Komen/Planned Parenthood: article roundup
CatholicVote.org: Want to Know What is Happening with Komen vs. Planned Parenthood? First of all, everyone needs to take a deep breath. About an hour ago my twitter feed exploded with headlines of "KOMEN CAVED!!!", etc, etc. No, they didn't. They released a very carefully scripted statement today which echoes...10:20 PM in Planned Parenthood, Pro-Life Issues | Permalink | Comments (0)
Sophia's hope chest
Speaking of hope, I've been meaning to share the Tale of Sophia's Hope Chest with you. Since Josh Head had asked Tripp for Sophia's hand in marriage in November, we knew he would be proposing to her sometime - we just didn't know when. Since her birthday is three days...9:25 PM in Family | Permalink | Comments (2)
Komen back on the plantation? Don't lose hope [updated]
I was out all day yesterday - spending the day with Matt - a belated 27th birthday present - clothes shopping, movie and dinner. So I'm a little late reacting to yesterday's Komen scoop. Life always comes first, after all. When I did come home to the news - and...8:12 PM in Planned Parenthood, Pro-Life Issues | Permalink | Comments (2)
Obama Regime silences bishops
Army Silenced Chaplains Last Sunday By Kathryn Jean Lopez February 3, 2012 4:58 P.M. 29 In Catholic churches across the country, parishioners were read letters from the pulpit this weekend from bishops in their diocese about the mandate from the Department of Health and Human Services giving Catholics a year before...5:07 PM in Catholicism, Christian Persecution, HHS Mandate, Oppression, Pro-Life Issues | Permalink | Comments (2)
Obama cuts combat pay for troops
Obama Pulls Combat Pay for U.S. Troops February 4, 2012 | Filed under: Florida Review | Posted by: Javier Manjarres By Javier Manjarres President Obama's latest policy outrage makes no attempt to hide his contempt for our military, as he is ordering that our troops serving overseas in war zones...5:03 PM in Military matters | Permalink | Comments (3)
Poll: Santorum beats Obama 45% t0 44%
The race isn't over. There's one man in the Republican primaries who is uncompromised and authentic and 100% committed to life:Daily Presidential Tracking Poll The Rasmussen Reports daily Presidential Tracking Poll for Saturday shows that 26% of the nation's voters Strongly Approve of the way that Barack Obama is performing...4:40 PM in 2012 Campaign | Permalink | Comments (2)
Obama approval gap -14
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February 2, 2012
Campaign-mode Obama back with Jesus
Disgusting. Jesus was not saying we should allow our secular government to grow out of control, taxing us more and more to provide layers of bureaucracy concerned with sending relief to poor people. He was saying we should personally sacrifice our time, money and energy to help others in need....11:28 AM in 2012 Campaign, Liberal Hypocrisy, Obama Nation | Permalink | Comments (6)
Groundhog Day 2012: 6 more weeks of winter
So hoping he's right - we need some winter around here! Posted at 07:25 AM ET, 02/02/2012 Groundhog Day 2012: Punxsutawney Phil sees shadow, 6 more weeks of winter By Jason Samenow Groundhog Punxsutawney Phil. (Groundhog.org) At 7:25 a.m. this morning, amidst mostly cloudy skies, and temperatures in the low...8:38 AM in Holidays | Permalink | Comments (4)
