Great Post on Tithing

Touching on Tithing

Some Worthy Reads

I think once you have been through pregnancy and childbirth that you love to read stories about them. Here are a few I have read recently that I would like to share:

-a funny one about feelings and appearances during pregnancy
As It Turns Out - Post Edit
-a beautiful post about childbirth especially with her third and ver premature baby
A Defining Moment
-about preparing for labor
Pain In The
-and this has been around lots of blogs lately....but one of the most honest and beautiful birth stories I have ever read about a baby born with Down Syndrome....READ IT but have tissues ready, beautiful pics too
Nella Cordelia - A Birth Story

Good Reads

Do You Make Your Husband a Better Father?

and

Do You Make Your Wife a Better Mother?

and

Mass Distraction

A Good Read & Reminder

THIS ARTICLE was a good one to remember that not only is the home where so much of our children's formation takes place, but the marriage and parental example is so important in shaping our young ones....prayers to keeping the domestic church holy, healthy and happy!

A Beautiful Post

We met some dear friends when we lived in Virginia Beach, the Cunningham family. I enjoy visiting their blog, Home Sweet Heart, to keep up with them. This past Sunday, Maria had a beautiful post for Fathers Day, Happy Father's Day to my husband, which I just have to share. I have fond memories of Chuck too as he gave me my first REAL job working in the Voter Education Department at Christian Coalition and I learned a lot and have some great memories working for this caring and hard working man. Maria, a beautiful post and a beautiful family!

Interesting Read....

...about sleep schedules, nap times etc. This is something that for us changes with different ages and phases of the kiddies....and changes also with seasons and busy times and events in our lives. I do feel very fortunate that because I stay at home we can be a little more flexible with our schedule. I agreed with a lot of Danielle's and the other comments that sometimes bed time is earlier, sometimes later.....naps can fluctuate but for us, they are a MUST each day. I have changed their schedule several times when there were certain events or trips that I know I needed them to be awake and happy for....the important thing I believe is that they get enough sleep...there are so many kids these days that do not get enough...so enjoy THIS READ, some good tips and tricks that you may be able to use at some time or another. I have a feeling that when this new baby arrives, I will be re-adjusting things again!!

Worthy Reads!!

What's wrong with Catholic voters? What's wrong with Catholics?

Americans Still Love Their Country But social radicalism is on the horizon

Happy Warriors

...and on a lighter note, THIS just made ME ITCH ALL OVER!!

Really Good Reads

The top ten things that would happen if we elect a pro-choice president On November 4th:

and

Would the Last Honest Reporter Please Turn On the Lights?

Good Reads

Life Matters
Pro-life Catholics for Obama
Changing Hearts and Minds
Sweet Dreams

Hubby Recommends...

...this Book by Stephen Wood.

Informed Decisions

I loved Dr. Sears book, The Vaccine Book. He has an alternative and selective schedule for vaccinations. (both of which we will be altering and using for the decisions we have made in regards to all the vaccines) I have written up a summary of some of my notes that I have been taking down while doing this research over the past year. If you want details on what I have found, click HERE. But a few big things I have learned:
1) As parents, we have the responsibility and RIGHT to make the best decisions for our children. We cannot do that if we are uneducated and uninformed. I have come to realize and witness that doctors do not know the answers to the questions when it comes to vaccines. They are trained in how to treat the diseases and that starts by giving the shots. They trust the people that did the research on them, but don't know themselves what the ingredients are or how safe the side effects are. No matter what your decision about vaccination is, I HIGHLY recommend that every parent research and read up on the particulars....learn about what the disease is, what the vaccine is made up of, and what warning signs to look for. I gave two links to my favorite books in my summary page above.
2) One of the main things I learned is this: THERE ARE SOMETIMES SEVERAL VACCINE BRANDS TO CHOOSE FROM. This can make a HUGE difference when giving your child vaccines, especially if you do more than one or two at a time. Some brands do not contain the controversial and harmful things such as high Aluminum levels and animal-human contamination. MOST of the time your doctor will be giving what they have the best supply of or what they are using as a trial or what was the cheapest. Do the research and request the kind you WANT....it is safer all around! (don't use combo shots...in my opinion)
3) If you don't mind an extra trip to the doctor's office between well child checks...space your child's vaccinations out so they are only receiving ONE aluminum containing shot at a time and limiting the number of shots and amount of chemicals being put into the immune system at one time.

Learn as much as you can, be confident in your decisions and remember that any doctor that isn't willing to hear your concerns, discuss them and work out alternative options that satisfy you and protect your children...well you need a new doctor. Dr. Sears website, www.thevaccinebook.com has a neat link that shows vaccine friendly docs for each state that he knows about. www.cogforlife.org also lists updated vaccine info on its site to keep people aware of changes taking place. This has been a long and big decision process for us....but we have learned so much and feel so much more in control about the healthy decisions being made, scares me when I think of how I was at first with Angelica and just took the docs orders and recommendations and trusted that they knew best! I am still looking and hoping that Parenting Instruction Book falls into my lap and gives me all the answers!

Poignant Article by Fr. Corapi

DEATH WISH!

The Impending Suicide of a Once Great Nation

(thanks Sue)

Your Own Monastic Bell

Thanks Robin for this article, I loved it!! I so often forget how powerful the daily tasks and chores of our little lives can be if we truly offer the sacrifices up and even try to do them with a smile!!

Two neat sites

THIS SITE is a neat idea a friend of mine and her husband are doing. Thought I would link it here in case anyone would like to help them with raising their funds....it goes to support the Ronald McDonald House, which is a wonderful place that helps so many families and holds a special place in Christina's heart. I am inspired by how they have turned a fun vacation for them into such a giving and fruitful experience as well...way to go guys!! And Christina...don't fall asleep on the bike again!
THIS SITE is a sad, moving, inspiring and amazing site as well. I went to youth group and was friends with Patrick's brother back in high school. Continue to pray for healing and faith and resources for this family.

FUNNY

Read THIS, so funny!!

Tim Russert

Great article...CHECK IT OUT.

Beautiful Post

Click HERE

Interesting reads....

Usually I post things I find of interest on my sidebar if you want to read them, but these were very interesting....

As a former homeschooler....I say "how rude!" read THIS
Well said, HERE
So true, HERE
THIS is a beautiful article and so important to remember the morals behind the decisions....thanks Mary for sharing.

Worthy Reads...

Vietnam Man Runs 'Abortion Orphanage'

IN HEALTH MATTERS, ASK HOLY SPIRIT AND EAT WHAT IS CLOSEST TO WAY HE MADE IT (this is VERY interesting...)

and I love this post and all the comments it has gotten... Touching on Parenting Philosophies with a Ten Foot Pole