If someone decided to play word association with me using the word "snacks", I would probably counter that word with, chips, pretzels or cookies. I really doubt that the words soy nut or flaxseed would come out of my mouth. But lone behold, those words could be associated with the word snacks, and actually should be associated with the word snacks. Better yet next time someone plays that game with me, I will shout out KooLoos!]]>
So last week I had mentioned my induction into the Tropicana Juicy Rewards Brand Ambassador program, and I thought I'd let you know that I have actually done something with the program! One of the disadvantages of living in a less populated location is that there are fewer opportunities to be had. When perusing the Juicy Rewards, I didn't find anything local to use my points for, but that's what's so great about the internet, if you have a shipping address, well you can pretty much get anything!]]>
Diarmaid MacCulloch, one of the world’s leading historians and Professor of History of the Church and Fellow at St. Cross College, Oxford, reveals the true history of Christianity, as he explores the question, “What does it really mean to be a Christian?”
How did Christianity become the biggest religion in the world?
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If you have not heard of The 39 Clues book series, let me give it to you in a nutshell...wealthy matriarch scatters cryptic clues to a mysterious fortune around the globe. Siblings Amy and Dan Cahill are in a competition with the rest of their family to get the fortune by discovering all 39 clues.
It's targeted audience is ages 9 - 12, but I'm sure there are older and younger that will enjoy the series alike. Spanning 10 volumes, #8 The Emperor's Code is set for release on April 6th, 2010.
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Handy Manny is a hot show among the pre-school crowd. Probably because Handy Manny is just the kind of guy you'd like to be pals with. He's friendly, his neighborhood is great, and he can fix anything (hence his name). Do your little ones like to pretend they are repairing things right along with Manny when they watch?
Math has Amber's favorite subject in school. It's the highlight of here school day (really!). She has always excelled at math, and I am so glad, because I struggled with that subject in school.
Media can be a great learning tool and Leap Frog is always introducing new toys and products on the market to help make your child's learning fun. Their newest DVD Math Adventure to the Moon is one such product.
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Between homeschooling, house cleaning, errand running, extra-curricular activities, the church nursery and blogging, I don't have much free time on my hands. But I feel oh so much better when I do take some time out for myself. I try and set aside an afternoon a week to do whatever I want, whether that's going for lunch with a friend, shopping by myself, or just curled up on the couch reading. Just that little bit of time without "Mom can I...or Mom how do you.. or Mom, Mom, Mom", gets me ready for all the busy-ness again.
I am so excited to get that time away next month, when I board the Disney Magic for 14 nights of relaxation. I know I am blessed to take as many vacations as we do, but it seems so long for me since our last one (it really hasn't been, it just feels that way lol!). Being pampered Disney style is something I wish everyone could experience, it really is a treat! I promise to share lots of pictures and stories when I come back though. Year round, you can visit Disney Family.com for parenting advice, travel ideas, recipes and more.
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Engage Family's aim is twofold:
How do they do that?
By turning your Family Mission Statement into a stylish laminated magnet to hang on your fridge.
Engage Family believes a family mission statement posted in a prominent location of the home is crucial. that is why they designed the service to create a magnet form of your family mission statement to put in the place your family gathers most, in the kitchen, specifically on the fridge.
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I love to keep my papers and notes organized and in a place easily accessible. That can be a lot tougher than it sounds though. In our office we have a 9 foot by 9 foot (true!) L shaped desk, that is home to four computers, a printer, phone, modem and a ton of other things. So you can imagine that it gets cluttered more often than not. Because our desk space is already used real estate, I have to think of another way to keep my papers organized but still in reach. Mayfair Lane is helping me out there!]]>
When I shop I want to walk into a store find the clothes I like in the styles I want and have them fit. Perfectly. Yeah, that's kind of a problem for me though because I'm 4'9". Shirts, pants, skirts, dresses, are all too long. I mean sure I could go shop in the kids department, but I don't want to take the chance of picking up my daughter's friends and be seen wearing matching outfits with them.
Not long ago I was contacted by a company called eShakti. I had read about them on other blogs, but kind of filed them to the back drawers of my mind. I'm very glad they contacted me though. eShakti is a women's clothing store, where the customer can decide how they want a garment to look and fit. Do you like that short sleeve top, but wished it had long sleeves, or are you like me and need about 3 (okay in my case more like 8) inches taken off the length of the pants? eShakti can do that for you. With stylish designs and fabrics, you can get the garment you wished you could find at the mall, and have it tailored specifically to your measurements.
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