Random Thoughts of a Work at Home Mom

Take Them A Meal | a free online tool for coordinating the delivery of meals to someone in need

2011-01-26T11:03:00.000-07:00

Take Them A Meal | a free online tool for coordinating the delivery of meals to someone in need

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2010-12-07T15:16:00.001-07:00

Check out ClearPlay - Friends and Family Offer

Putting Things Into Perspective

2010-11-30T16:05:00.000-07:00

It has been so long since I have made the time to write. I have been so busy with life that I have forgotten to stop and think, contemplate, and share. Most recently, and especially today though, I was reminded about how things can quickly change and how those changes affect people. Today I attended a funeral for someone who lived his life and enjoyed every minute of it. He suffered from a horrible disease for the past year, yet he continued to live his life as much as he could and was content and happy. He didn't spend a minute feeling sorry for himself, so I am told. It really put things into perspective for me. During this season, and as another year comes to a close, I hope that this realization doesn't come too late, and that I can remember to be thankful, and show gratitude for all of my many blessings!

Memorial Day

2010-05-27T12:29:00.000-06:00

MEMORIAL DAY

It is the VETERAN,  not the preacher,
  who has given us freedom of religion.

It is the VETERAN,  not the reporter,
who has given us freedom of the press.

It is
the VETERAN,  not the poet,
who has given us freedom of speech.

It is
the VETERAN,
not the campus organizer,
who has given us freedom to assemble.

It is
the VETERAN,  not the lawyer,
who has given us the right to a fair trial.

It is
the VETERAN,  not the politician,
Who has given us the right to vote.

It is the
VETERAN who
salutes the Flag,

It is
the
VETERANwho serves
under the Flag,

ETERNAL
REST GRANT THEM O LORD, AND LET PERPETUAL LIGHT SHINE UPON
THEM.

God
Bless them all!!!

Is it just me?

2010-01-27T15:20:00.000-07:00

Why is it so difficult to feel confident in what we are consuming on a daily basis? Why is it so hard as a parent to be sure we are feeding our families the foods that are best for them? I've come to realize that it is not only false advertising, which is a big reason kids think so many "bad" foods are acceptable or even healthy. It is because we have too many "experts" who can't make up their minds not to mention agree on anything. It seems almost every day I read something that starts out saying "new research shows....". It always ends up that what so called "experts" used to think about a product or ingredient was proven wrong..........or was it?
Sodium- First it was good, then it was bad, now it is good again in moderation. Table salt isn't as good as Sea Salt though, right?
Sugar- Good in its natural source (fruits, etc.), processed bad......wait we have "alternative sweeteners"......oops some of those cause cancer and other problems, BUT there are new natural sweeteners.......oh wait......ok so maybe they are just as bad as regular sugar. Or are they?
Butter- Butter bad, Margarine good. Oh no Margarine is bad, butter is good again. Or is it? What about all of the other "butter" alternatives.
Oils- Corn, vegetable, peanut, canola, coconut........bad/good?
Carbohydrates- Good according to the food pyramid. Nope, BAD, BAD, BAD. Well, alright if they are "complex" carbohydrates.
First it was the good old food pyramid: still used in schools today, but then you had the Fat Free phase, then the Low Carb phase, calories in calories out, organic, local only, etc., etc. It's no wonder we are a society plagued with cancer, heart disease, high cholesterol, high blood pressure and diabetes. No to mention depression and eating disorders.
It is quite sad and extremely frustrating and unfortunately the way the system is set up, I don't believe we will ever know the real story behind half of what we consume.

YouTube - Lost Generation

2010-01-27T14:51:00.000-07:00

Wow, this is amazing!

YouTube - Lost Generation

A by-the-numbers look at Obama's first year

2010-01-19T22:16:00.000-07:00

Ok, so I am a few days late on my first post for the new year. Who said new year resolutions couldn't start late, as long as you complete them, right?!
I found this and thought it was interesting. Take what you like and feel free to leave the rest.

A by-the-numbers look at Obama's first year

Resolutions

2010-01-14T07:48:00.000-07:00

New year resolutions almost always have something to do with health, well-being and/or weight loss. Although I always hope to have a healthy new year, this year my resolution (14 days into the new year) is to write to my blog AT LEAST three, yes I said three, times per week starting this Monday. If you see the history of this blog you'll understand this is going to be a HUGE undertaking on my part. I hope this will force me to take a few minutes to breath and contemplate my day, my life and the world around me. I want to stop getting so caught up in the day to day grind. I want to be able to slow down to see the beauty that is around me everyday and notice the simple things in life that we oftentimes take for granted. Hopefully having to sit down with my blog three times a week will help me reach these goals more easily.
Wish me luck! See you on Monday!

Christmastime Poem by Madeleine L’Engle

2009-12-16T16:34:00.000-07:00

The Risk of Birth

This is no time for a child to be born,
With the earth betrayed by war & hate
And a nova lighting the sky to warn
That time runs out & sun burns late.

That was no time for a child to be born,
In a land in the crushing grip of Rome;
Honour & truth were trampled by scorn—
Yet here did the Saviour make his home.

When is the time for love to be born?
The inn is full on the planet earth,
And by greed & pride the sky is torn—
Yet Love still takes the risk of birth.

CNSNews.com - Bishops: All Catholics To Be Told To Urge Congress to Ban Abortion-Funding In Health Bill

2009-11-02T12:10:00.001-07:00

CNSNews.com - Bishops: All Catholics To Be Told To Urge Congress to Ban Abortion-Funding In Health Bill

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Obama Address

2009-10-05T22:53:00.001-06:00

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"All Done"

2009-09-02T08:03:00.000-06:00

What our 16 month old says - "All Done"
Its many meanings-
-I don't want to eat my veggies anymore.
-I don't like the loud noise the vacuum makes.
-I don't like the loud noise the hair dryer makes.
-I don't like the loud noise the blender makes.
-I am ready to get off of the changing table now.
-I am bored.
-Get out of my personal space.
-My brother/sister is driving me crazy.
-I am done eating/drinking. (as the food/cup gets thrown on the floor)
-I don't want to get dressed.
-I don't want my hair combed.
-I don't want my face washed.
-I don't want my nails clipped.
-Get off your computer and pay attention to me please.
-etc.

How to Remodel Your Bathroom for Universal Design Including The Use of a Walk in Tub

2009-08-26T12:47:00.001-06:00

How to Remodel Your Bathroom for Universal Design Including The Use of a Walk in Tub

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Intermountain Catholic

2009-08-17T13:20:00.001-06:00

Intermountain Catholic Article "Catholic Engaged Encounter elevates marriage"

Vacationing at Bear Lake

2009-08-06T12:41:00.000-06:00

After a very busy school year and a CRAZY start of the summer; which is why I haven't had time to write any posts for my blog :), we finally got a vacation get away. This after two camp-less summers, a new baby, and tons of work. Needless to say it was much needed. We spent a long weekend in a beautiful 7 bedroom home in Bear Lake, Utah. Our kids loved the accommodations. They thought we were staying in a 5 star resort. I must admit, it was close to it. It is close to 4000 square feet of living space, 4 complete bathrooms (with jacuzzi tubs!), an indoor hot-tub (spa room with a TV/satellite), childrens TV/game/play room, beautiful fully-stocked kitchen and I have to mention the amazing back yard with a gorgeous patio and gas fire-pit. We had a blast ending every day by roasting marshmallows and telling ghost stories. We spent our days on the beach playing in the water and catching some rays. It was lovely! Thank you to The Chalet Vacation at Snow Meadows for this wonderful, relaxing stay!