Oct. 8, 2009 - Bad Blogger I am
Yes, my blog has been very neglected lately as life has remained very busy! I am still working full-time and hubby is still laid off. Right now he is exploring options of what to do now. Not many out there with the current state of the economy but we know God is faithful and will pull us through. He has been doing a greater ammount of the homeschooling this year and enjoying it. We are on our eighth year of homeschooling and it doesn't seem that long. Wow how time flies. We are still staying busy in many activities it's just hubby running the kids now instead of me. Well hopefully I will be back before three months comes along again. Can't believe it's been that long!
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Oct. 8, 2009 - Bad Blogger I am
Yes, my blog has been very neglected lately as life has remained very busy! I am still working full-time and hubby is still laid off. Right now he is exploring options of what to do now. Not many out there with the current state of the economy but we know God is faithful and will pull us through. He has been doing a greater ammount of the homeschooling this year and enjoying it. We are on our eighth year of homeschooling and it doesn't seem that long. Wow how time flies. We are still staying busy in many activities it's just hubby running the kids now instead of me. Well hopefully I will be back before three months comes along again. Can't believe it's been that long!
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Jun. 19, 2009 - Camping in the Rain
Every seasoned camper has experienced their ups and downs with weather while camping. We camp several time per summer but with my work schedule we will only be able to go twice this summer. The first time was last weekend. Nothing like setting up in the rain and taking down in the rain. Our Sunday was alright, although a little chilly. The kids still managed to have a fair ammount of fun, however Monday morning we woke up and the general consesus was......WE ARE GOING HOME, ENOUGH IS ENOUGH. Yes of course I forgot my camera so I have no pictures to share but never the less it was an experience to remember and I had the dirty laundry to prove it!
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Jun. 5, 2009 - Changes on the Homefront
WOW, it's been awhile since I've posted to my blog so here I go. With the econnomy the way it is right now I have gone back to work as hubby's job is not stable. Not able to find anything in my field of expertise, I am working as a cook at a residential treatment facility for youth. I have to say I really enjoy it and feel like I inherited another 25 kids. Summers kicking into gear and we are planning a couple of family trips. Hmmm, yes, WE are still homeschooling and it's been very interesting but we have finished everything sooner then we ever have before. The TEA parties also kept me busy and will continue to as the next round is planned for the fourth of July! And soon it will be campaigning again as our governor race drawers closer. The most exciting thing is a trip we have planned to go to the creation musuem this summer and we can't wait. We are still working on lots of home improvement projects too. Let's see, besides trying to keep up on housework and everything else, I have no time left but this is only a season. I don't plan to work full-time forever. Well what else can I say. Life is short but God is good!
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Mar. 20, 2009 - Tea Party Time
This song is great! Now is the time to stand up for our freedoms!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z2H8xHFXC8U&feature=player_embedded
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Jan. 12, 2009 - An Unintentional Break
I realized it has been a very long time since I posted. I have just entered a more time-consuming season in my life and let certain things go(like my blog) I will attempt to update on things we have been doing.
The children had a wonderful opportunity to put on a little play at church about Squanto's life at our church's Thankgiving service. A few families started a art group a couple years ago and we decided to dive into drama. The kids all worked really hard to make this a success.
4-H has been a wonderful thing for our family to be involved in and more so this year. The group has really involved it's self in community service and outreach and we have stayed busy with that. From Christmas caroling to bell-ringing to card-making. We also have many fun things. We just had a popcorn and movie night, a wonderful Christmas party and will be going on a tubing trip soon.
Christmas was great this year as we spent about three weeks away from the school books and did all things Christmas.
My daughter is still doing her weekly dance class and the two older kids are still doing there weekly home school swim class.
My son tutoring is going great and he loves it. He is always asking if it's close to the next time.
Other than that we are keeping busy sledding alot, ice skating and swimming and dealing with health concerns as hubby is preparing for surgery.
This has been my best year so far as all three are school age. I am so greatful to the Lord for giving me the opportunity to teach my children at home. God is so good. I hope to not let as much time go by till my next post. Hope you all had a great Christmas.
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Nov. 13, 2008 - Don't Be Afraid, Be Prepared!!!
What I have noticed the last few months and especially over the last week is a spirit of fear amongst people. People are very frightended over the economic crisis(depression) the United states is currently experiencing. I understand the concern as some of my dear friend's have been affected by lay-offs, lowered wages and reduction in hours. These are scary times but God has not called us to a spirit of fear. The last couple of years some of the most conservative economists have warned these things would happen and until recently most people didn't believe it. Now that these things are very evident and we see them happen, here our just a few things we can do to prepare ourselves to get through these times if you are still in a position to prepare!!
1.Remember to thank God daily for every provision and realize everything comes from him.
2. Continue to faithfully give to the Lord.
3. Save money. Pinch those pennies to save for the inevitible.
4. Pay down the debt you currently have.
5. Stay out of the stock market for the time being until there is some stability in the market.
6. Store food items that are easily stored, which is a good tip for any crisis.
7. Teach the children to be content with less and how cutting back will benefit your family.
8. Be mindful of those who are currently struggling and offer any help they may need!!!
Again these are not normal times and I believe the election last week secured us a very serious financial crisis(Depression), If he sticks to the policy he promised in his campaigning. Remember the new Deal and the trend currently taking place which is repeating these government interventions. It's not fear mongering but rather a warning to take these things seriously. No one regrets being over prepared but they do regret being under prepared!!
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Oct. 29, 2008 - Who Needs To Be Concerned About An Obama Administration
1) Those Who Call Themselves Christians and uphold a moral code:
Hate crimes legislation would criminalize Pastors who speak out against homeosexuality. This legislation has passed both the democrat congress and senate and been vetoed by President Bush. Obama spoke before a crowd mocking Exodus and Leviticus and the Sermon on the Mount. He surrounds himself with some who have called religion a crutch.
2) Jewish People: Obama has surrounded himself with people who have been Palestinian sympathizers according to a video held by the LA times. His pastor and Jesse Jackson have also spoke out against the Jews.
3) Unborn Children: All are at risk currently but more could become the victims of Partial-birth abortion which Obama promises to make legal again. He voted against a bill in
Physical or Mentally disabled, terminally ill, or elderly People: Obama supports euthanasia and assisted suicide.
Gun Owners: Obama supports restricting gun rights, which may take away your ability to defend your own families.
Homeschoolers: Obama believes that parents should not have the right to educate their children at home with little intervention from the government.
Small Business Owners: Who make $250,000 per year or foresee this happening. (Sounds like it’s changed over the last couple days to $150,000) Your taxes will be increasing, causing you who are struggling in a tough economy, to have less money in your pocket. You may not be motivated to achieve growth if more money will be taken from you. They may also be fined for not providing adequate healthcare to their employees giving them just another reason to close up shop.
Anyone whose employer makes over $250,000 per year ($150,000): Many employers have already said they will slow growth of their companies by laying off employees, going over seas, or just closing their doors.
Those Subject to Capital Gains Tax: You may pull some of your investments in the U.S out, as Obama has promised to raise this tax. This will cause less investment in U.S companies, which is vital to grow our economy.
Those who pay, payroll taxes: Social Security and Medicare. Obama has said these may go up.
Those who currently have Personal Retirement Accounts: Many democrats propose letting the government take control of these. Obama may support this but has not decided yet. The government would than distribute a certain amount each month when you retire and require you to put 5% in, which would all be put into your Social Security Account.
Those who Value their relationship with their doctors: The ability to make your own decision. You do not want to wait months to get into your doctor. With a candidate who is not pro-life and a government in charge of healthcare, deciding what treatments we will be able to give and who we should give them to could be a very dangerous combination.
Those Who Respect the U.S Constitution: In a 2001 interview Obama stated that The Constitution is a charter of Negative Liberties. I think he madeh is position on the constitution very clear for us.
Those who Have Children: The liberal congress and senate has toyed with the idea of mandatory Mental Health Evaluations for all children. Do you want anyone to have the right to diagnose mental illnesses your child has accept your own doctor at your request.
Those who Speak Out against anything from homosexuality to Islam: Also the Obama administration if he becomes president. The presidency is all that is stopping hate crime legislation from passing. A reporter asked some tough questions of Joe Biden and has taken a lot of slack for it. The Mainstream Media is already afraid to tell the truth.
Those who Support the First Amendment: The fairness doctrine already passed through the congress and the senate and was vetoed by president Bush. This would require anyone on the airways to present both sides of an issue and is seen as something that may destroy talk radio and Christian radio and could eventually affect the internet. Obama supports this.
Professional Sports Fans: The owner of the
Those who may be affected by Affirmative Action: Particularly white males applying for jobs or those trying out for sporting teams where minorities and women have also applied may suffer with more affirmative action as Obama says is needed.
Those who Believe churches and charitable organizations are the way to help the Poor: It in not the government taking from the rich involuntarily, and giving to the poor.
Those who pay Federal income taxes: 40% of Americans do not pay these taxes and will get a check at the end of the year, Money they did not earn.
Those connected to the Auto Industry: This industry is struggling and will struggle more by more fuel-efficiency standards for their vehicles, they can not afford to implement when they are struggling for survival.
Those in the Military: Obama says he will cut defense spending by 25%, putting our men and woman in the armed forces in harms way and jeopardizing the safety of the American People.
Those Who believe people should enter the U.S legally: Not be granted drivers licenses for breaking the law.
Those concerned about terrorism and international threats: Joe Biden has guaranteed an international crisis with-in the first six months of an Obama administration to test him.
Union Members: Obama has commited to help unions regain some of their control they have lost. The only problem is that we are in a global economy. If these unions lobby for higher wages and healthcare, the company may just go overseas where taxes are lower or close their doors.
Those who view patriotism as love for country, it’s citizens and it’s flag: Not paying higher taxes as Joe Biden suggests.
Those who Pay Property Taxes: You will be affected by higher property taxes to make up for the loss of taxes due to rising foreclosures due to higher unemployment rate
Those who are renters: Rental income is usually a supplemental income, causing those who may be taxed higher through property and income taxes to get rid of rental properties
Those who are unemployed: With an increasing amount of unemployed people due to the recession and Obama’s tax policies, unemployment compensation may run out or need to be cut.
Those who have managed to keep their jobs: Will need to be taxed higher to help those who have lost their jobs and to make up for lost tax revenue.
If you do not fit into any of these categories of people, an Obama administration may be right for you. I would love to meet you.
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Oct. 22, 2008 - Don't Let The Title Deceive You
WHY I AM VOTING DEMOCRAT
I'm voting Democrat because I believe the government will do a better
job of spending the money I earn than I would.
I'm voting Democrat because freedom of speech is fine as long as nobody
is offended by it.
I'm voting Democrat because when we pull out of
bad guys will stop what they're doing because they now think we're good
people.
I'm voting Democrat because I believe that people who can't tell us if
it will rain on Friday CAN tell us that the polar ice caps will melt
away in ten years if I don't start driving a Prius.
I'm voting Democrat because I'm not concerned about the slaughter of
millions of babies so long as we keep all death row inmates alive.
I'm voting Democrat because I believe that business should not be
allowed to make profits for themselves. They need to break even and give
the rest away to the government for redistribution as THEY see fit.
I'm voting Democrat because I believe liberal judges need to rewrite the
Constitution every few days to suit some fringe kooks who would NEVER
get their agendas past the voters.
I'm voting Democrat because I believe that open borders and government
give-a-ways to foreigners is a great way to grow a nation.
I'm voting Democrat because I'm way too irresponsible to own a gun, and
I know that my local police are all I need to protect me from murderers
and thieves.
I'm voting Democrat because I love the fact that I can now marry
whatever I want. I've decided to marry my horse.
I'm voting Democrat because I believe oil companies' profits of 4% on a
gallon of gas are obscene but the government taxing the same gallon of
gas at 15% isn't.
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Oct. 7, 2008 - The Marks of A True Conservative
When listening to the media, I here the right (conservatives) constantly vilified. It seems that conservatives are so out of touch with America. Conservatives make up about 35 percent of the voting population. This is the largest block of voters in the United States. So why are we so out of touch. Here is a list that for our family, defines a conservative, keeping in mind some differences and that not all Conservatives are Christians.
1. God has ultimate control
2. All human life is valuable and should be protected from death and harm. From the the first cell to the last breath.
3. Punish the wicked, including the death penalty and harsh consequences for wrong actions.
4. Marriage is between one man and one woman. There are no substitutes, as they mock God's design
5.It take a family to raise a child. All areas of child rearing should be left to the parents.
6.Personal Responsibility. We all need to be personally responsible for our own action expecting absolutely no one to "Bail us out"
7. United States Citizenship is not cheap. If you choose to come here you need to first be invited and be legally in our country.
8. Promote charitable contributions to private organizations and volunteerism.
9. Promote healthy behavior and discourage unhealthy behavior.
10. Do not create more programs that require less responsibility from the citizens. Do not promote a sense of entitlement.
11. Low taxes. Taxing only enough to fund what is neccesary to run a small government.
12. Spend only what you make. Start using household economics.
13. Protect America at all cost. Take military action when neccessary but do not interefere with other countries unless the U.S is at risk.
14. Take care of our war veterans who have proudly served in active duty.
15. Serves their country with honesty and honor.
16 Respects politicians who Considers themselves a public service.
17. Will appoint strict constructionists to the Supreme court.
18. Believes Government is not the solution but rather the problem. Freedom first!!!!!
19. The love of this great country and the belief that it's system can never be recreated.
20. The right to bear arms. To protect one's family.
This is a list of what we vote on. How out of touch is this? Yes, I know we never find all of them in a cannidate and sometimes find very few. This election is no exception as our choices seem awful but have what we have. So to ask the question. Would the real conservative please stand up? The fight for this great land is on!
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Sep. 27, 2008 - Happy 10th Birthday Dear
We had her birthday party today. She had a few friends over and had a great time. We did a craft, played to game and then ate and had cake. Then she opened presents. Then I took a nap. It is hard to believe she turned ten already. The boys stayed at the party at her's and their request.
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Sep. 26, 2008 - You Have the Right to be happy: Part 3 ( GREAT DEMONSTRATION)
When I was a teenager, I wondered how so many people were able to buy things that , at the time I thought my parents couldn't afford. My question was answered for me. Credit cards and financing. At the time things were fairly economically sound in this country but I had a million dollar question(or more like 700 billion dollar question) What would happen if enough people stopped paying their bills or could not pay them? After all, if enough people lost their jobs or prices went up this could happen right? I asked this question 10 years ago and have been waiting for an answer. I got one. We get to see the congress dance around while on television and hear about their fighting while off of television. While another bank fails and the U.S is in the midst of a credit freeze. When responsibility fails to be taken by individuals and private institutions, the government needs to step in. I not only had my question answered but also got a leason in Socialism 101. Anyways, nobody has to worry, after all if we want something we save up for it and buy it with cash, right?
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Sep. 24, 2008 - Typing
I do not really know when a child should really learn how to type. My daughter has began writing book reports so I thought it was time and she wanted to learn. My mother-in-law agreed to teach her. We will do it probably once or twice. They live very close to us so not to much travel. We found an online place where she could practice along with a book I purchased. She is on lesson three and very excited about it.
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Sep. 22, 2008 - A Difficult Day
My first bad day of the school year occured today. We accomplished very little. I was glad the day was over. I am counting my blessings though. Last year alot of my days seemed to be bad days. There doesn't seem to be enough time to get any of the extras in. I hope tommorrow is better. I have to constantly remember this is a phase in my life where my main goal is to train and educate my children. My five year old tends to get a kick out of bothering the other two while they are trying to get there work done. I did alot of character training today. Anyways, tommorrow is a new day.
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Sep. 21, 2008 - The Week In Review
So we are aproaching our fourth week of school this week and things could not be going better. The kids are taking a weekly swimming class that our local rec. dept. started for homeschoolers. My youngest son also started a music class last week that is taught by a women who taught for many years. We have A birthday party for our daughter coming up this weekend. She will be ten. We are attending tutoring twice a week with our eight year old. My daughter's best friend will be moving at the end of the week so they have gotton a few play dates in recently. All in all, I am really trying to keep things simplier and we are getting much more done at home. I feel like we are working more on quality with school work this year and refining some of the things that need it like spelling. Hubby got transferred to second shift in his job. Last year I felt like I needed more help from him with school and such but I have never cared for second shift but I have found it wonderful. I am getting the extra help and he is getting much needed rest. Second shift is at least more natural than third shift. I am also still working unlike I previously posted, just ten hours a week. So that's what is going on here. If the year continues to go this fast it will be May before I know it?
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Sep. 19, 2008 - You Have the Right to Be Happy Part 2
Several months back after the bail out of Bear Sterns I wrote a post about the right to be happy. I was very concerned about the bail out of homeowners, financial Institution and rebate checks. I hadn't seen anything then. Last weekend we started hearing about a couple financial institutions in trouble with many emergency meetings taking place. Many people knew this was leading to a nose dive on wall street. We saw this Monday and Wednesday and Thursday was going to be dire as the largest insurance company in the U.S was going to fail. This would of cause a crash not seen in almost eighty years. Yes, this is real guys. Anyways Wednesday night we started hearing about government intervention as was done two weeks ago when the national debt doubled over the weekend to help Fannie and Freddie. Thursday and Friday we saw a rally on Wallstreet. Why? The Government added liquidity. GREAT! TRIPPLING THE NATIONAL DEBT OVERNIGHT! WOW! Now I know what was going to happen if we did not do that but what's next. The U.S owns a insurance company and two mortage lenders. They stopped a crash but at what price? This is pure socialism; however neccessary socialism in this case. Once we let socialism in because of our lack of responsibilty, their will be more. The majority of this crisis was due to personal debt(bad mortgages. If we can't handle things the government will step in for us but we must remember something. A government who can do everything for us, can take everything from us.
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Sep. 18, 2008 - Dyslexia
After struggling with this for the last last three years we decided to embark on a new journey(tutoring). We just finished up our second week of tutoring. We are really seeing progress with our eight year old boy. I have seen alot more confidence lately too. I didn't even realize how bad his trouble was but it can be corrected. We found a tutor who is a homeschool mom, so she is very friendly to the idea. If any of you have gone down this rode you know what I mean when I say this because some tutors criticize homeschooling. Anyways we are doing this twice a week and it is keeping us very busy.
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Sep. 14, 2008 - Elections
The past couple of weeks we have been studying the election process. The kids have had alot of questions for us and are well aware that we are not crazy about our choice, but none the less we have been playing Landslide. My parents introduced me to this game when I was quite young. It is a great game for teaching the concept of the electoral college. I love the game, in the game the number of electoral votes is not factual, that is why I say the concept. The game is for age 12 and up but with the proper instruction younger children would be able to understand the game. I would probaly say nine and up. Anyways, being an election year, thought I'd share this.
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Aug. 26, 2008 - The Fair is Over and No more Job and more
We officially made it through this. The fair is this weekend but all the judging was finished last week. We are excited to go to the fair this weekend and see all the projects.
For the past year, I have been working a part-time job. We have talked for awhile about me quitting this job but this last week, my schedule was changed on me and just will not work so the decision was made for me. I guess it's back to being frugal and cutting coupons, oh that's right already do that. This will take faith because of our thin budget but I am looking foward to a more open schedule to have more time for recreation or should I say cleaning.
Ten years old? My daughter is going to be ten and we want to mark this day a special one. Problem is a tight budget and lack of ideas. Any suggestions for a birthday party theme?
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Aug. 14, 2008 - A Week to Finish Fair Projects
Yes, I know bad habit and example waiting to the very last second to finish our projects. I will share them soon. We scaled back on the number of projects we were planning on doing. Our county fair is labor day weekend buy judging is Monday. Wow, were did the summer go. I am gearing up for a simpler school year. I have determined in order to homeschool successfully, I need to cut activities. We will partake only in a weekly swimming class, art co-op, 4-H and a homeschool group. This may sound still like alot but it is a drastic step down for me. I will have a 5th, 3rd and kin, who need alot of help. At the risk of the youngest falling through the cracks, that is why we need to cut down. We will see how it goes. Every year offers it's own adventures.
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