Every evening, write down the six most important things that you must do the next day. Then while you sleep your subconscious will work on the best ways for you to accomplish them. Your next day will go much more smoothly.
5 Minutes for Books
http://www.5minutesforbooks.com/
5 Minutes for Going Green
http://www.5minutesforgoinggreen.com/
5 Minutes for Mom
http://www.5minutesformom.com/
5 Minutes for Parenting
http://www.5minutesforparenting.com/
5 Minutes for Special Needs
http://www.5minutesforspecialneeds.com/
8 Things About Me
http://8thingsaboutme.blogspot.com/
Absolutely Bananas
http://www.absolutelybananas.com/
A Daily Dose of Debbie
http://adailydoseofdebbie.blogspot.com/
Alexander's Heart
http://alexandersheart.blogspot.com/
12-year-old Haily created this site in remembrance of her brother Alexander.
Charmed Life
http://charmedlife.wordpress.com/
CIDP And Me
http://cidpandme.blogspot.com/
Kristen shares her journey in life, both physically and emotionally, with hopeful and encouraging words as she deals with CIDP (Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyradiculoneuropathy).
Confessions of an Apron Queen
http://anapronaday.blogspot.com/
Stop in for some fun contests, antiques, beautiful photographs, delicious recipes, and, of course, vintage aprons.
Critique My Blog
http://critiquemyblog.blogspot.com/
Billy takes the time to critique the various blogs he sees as he goes hopping through the blogosphere and I was lucky enough to get a good review.
Extravagant Grace
http://www.extravagantgrace.net/
Elisa encourages women of all ages through sharing the good news of Jesus Christ and God's message of extravagant grace, love, forgiveness, hope, and transformation.
Faith Lifts
http://www.5minutesformom.com/faithlifts/
Grace Comes By Hearing
http://gracecomesbyhearing.blogspot.com/
Tracey shares her daily life -- infertility, adoption, prayer, and more -- with strength and grace.
Heart of Wisdom
http://heartofwisdom.com/blog/
Just a Mom
http://sevenwithoneextra.blogspot.com/
Max's Mom
http://maxsmom06.com/
Join Rachel as she shares her life as a wife, as a mom, and as a woman.
Mom Musings
http://mom-musings.blogspot.com/
My Friend Amy
http://www.myfriendamysblog.com/
My Life As Annie
http://mylifeasannie.com/
Real World Mom
http://realworldmom.com/
Real World Mom Unplugged
http://realworldmomunplugged.wordpress.com/
Refuge for a Single Mom
http://www.refuge-for-a-single-mom.com/blog/
Christina offers encouragement and empowerment for single mothers.
Scrapping Servant
http://scrappingservant.com/
Scrappy and Happy
http://scrappynhappy.blogspot.com/
Phyllis shows her creative and crafty side via her sewing and scrapbooking hobbies. Phyllis also shows her inspirational side with her thought-provoking posts and participation in many memes.
Self Talk Soul Talk
http://www.selftalksoultalk.com/
Slurping Life
http://slurpinglife.typepad.com/slurping_life/
Melody is a mom by birth and adoption shares and through photography, writing, and humor she shares her daily struggle with parenting boys who live with autism, ADHD, bipolar disorder, cerebral palsy, and fetal alcohol spectrum disorder. Melody's inspirational posts remind us that children with special needs are kids.
The Love List
http://www.thelovelist.net/
Jessica describes the The Love List as "a running list of daily discoveries in design and living."
The Mommy Project
http://themommyproject.blogspot.com/
Norma Ann shares her projects, crafts, recipes, and photographs through "living thoughtfully."
The Scrap Princess
http://thescrapprincess.blogspot.com/
To Love, Honor, and Vacuum
http://tolovehonorandvacuum.blogspot.com/
"Musings of a Christian author and mom, Sheila, who knows God cares more about us than He does about the size of the dust bunnies under our bed."
We are THAT Family
http://www.wearethatfamily.com/
Weary Parent
http://www.wearyparent.com/
What I Think
http://slurpinglife.typepad.com/whatithink/
Melody from Slurping Life hosts blogging reviews, giveaways, and contests.
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We all want to be popular, right?
We want to be liked. We want to fit in. We want to be invited. We want to do what others are doing. Well, so do our children. And they’re especially vulnerable during their impressionable teen years -- a time when they are seeking their identity as a person. So we need to show our children, by example, how to stand against what is wrong and stand for what is right... no matter what others may think or say.
And we need to plant a moral compass in our children that will help them safely find their way through this sometimes dangerous jungle called life.
Remember your family first.
Parents’ Day
Do you honor your father and mother? Sunday is Parents' Day... a day established by Congress for the purpose of “recognizing, uplifting, and supporting the role of parents in bringing up their children.” If you’ve had a good relationship with your mom and dad, use this day as an opportunity to thank them for one important thing they did to impact your life in a positive way. If your relationship with them has been more difficult, use it as an opportunity to open up the relational door that’s been closed for so long. Find something... be it ever so small... to thank them for. Forgive them... if you need to... seek forgiveness... if you need to. Honor your mom and dad for who they are and for what they’ve done in your life.
Remember your family first.
What’s the division of labor like at your house?
If one person is saddled with the majority of the chores, something may be out of balance. So sit down with your spouse and come up with a plan, which includes your children. Assign tasks according to each person’s abilities, interests and preferences, rather than by so-called “men’s work” or “women’s work.” Then, let whoever does each task do it his or her way – without criticism. Switch jobs regularly... maybe each week or month.
Remember your family first.
Have you ever said or done something you regret?
We all make mistakes. We react in haste or we respond without thinking. And sometimes we wish we could go back and undo something we did or un-say something we said. But life doesn’t have a rewind button. So it’s important to weigh our actions and our words carefully, before we act... before we speak... before we injure or offend someone else.
A Proverb says ‘Reckless words pierce like a sword, but the tongue of the wise brings healing.’ Let’s remember that and live a life with fewer regrets.
Remember your family first.
Marc, age 4
Marc was engrossed in a young couple that were hugging and kissing in a restaurant. Without taking his eyes off them, he asked his dad, "Why is he whispering in her mouth?"
Clayton, age 5
Clayton was in his bedroom looking worried. When his mom asked what was troubling him, he replied, "I don't know what'll happen with this bed when I get married. How will my wife fit in?"
James, age 4
James was listening to a Bible story. His dad read: "The man named Lot was warned to take his wife and flee out of the city but his wife looked back and was turned to salt. Concerned, James asked, "What happened to the flea?"
Tammy, age 4
Tammy was with her mother when they met an elderly, rather wrinkled woman her mom knew. Tammy looked at her for a while and then asked, "Why doesn't your skin fit your face?"
Sandy, age 4
"Dear Lord," the minister began, with arms extended toward heaven and a rapturous look on his upturned face. "Without you, we are but dust." He would have continued but at that moment Sandy leaned over and asked her mom quite audibly in her shrill little girl voice, "Mom, what is butt dust?"
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Are you raising wimps?
A recent article titled “Nation of Wimps” was featured in Psychology Today. The article warned of increasing depression and anxiety in children and young adults, and a delayed age in achieving traditional adulthood responsibilities. The culprit? According to the author, it’s parents who coddle their children too much—parents who don't let their children work through their own problems and face the consequences of their actions.
It’s ironic—the more you let your children face consequences and suffer in small ways, the happier and better adjusted they will be in life. So make your family wimp-free.
Remember your family first.
Are your children givers or takers?
Some people have a generous spirit, others don’t. But all of us, including our children, can learn how to give generously and responsibly. So call a family meeting and set up a giving fund for each of your children... it might be as simple as putting money in a jar. Let them contribute part of their allowance, or money from part time jobs. Give them some incentive by matching their contribution dollar for dollar. As their giving fund grows, help them to research and choose a charity or cause they would like to support.
When your children open their hearts to share, they’re changing lives for the better.
Remember your family first.
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I turn 41 at the end of this month -- two weeks from today -- and I got to thinking of all the stuff that I have witnessed, learned, and been exposed to during my forty years.
There are many people out there who are far more sage than I will ever be! Though, I do enjoy learning about what other people have experienced. As I head further into my fourth decade on this earth, I thought I would share some of what I have learned.
Please note that the ideas expressed below are purely my own and are not meant to offend in any way, but they are a reflection of what I have observed during the reality of my life thus far.
How old are you? What are some of the life experiences that you have been through and what have YOU learned? Please educate me as I look forward to continuing my life in my 40s.
Have you tried on your stepchildren’s shoes?
To understand how to relate to your stepchild, you need to put yourself in their shoes. How would you feel if your parents had split up? How would you feel if your parent had re-married? And how would you feel if you now had somebody new telling you what to do?
Getting a stepparent can be a big transition for a kid. So when they misbehave or aren’t exactly nice to you – before you lose your temper or take things personally, walk a mile in their shoes, and...
Remember your family first.
In the past I have mentioned to many of you that my financial situation is pretty bleak. I have done all I can to bring in money so I am on track with bills each month but I'm not having great success. I don't have the money to pay for the extras (though, they are necessities to me and not extras) so the phone, internet, & television will all be turned off sometime Thursday. I have to pay $90.00 by 5 PM on Wednesday, July 16th or get an extension of two days and pay $240 by 5 PM on Friday, July 18th. I will have some money on Friday but no way can I cover this (second) amount when I have two other necessary bills due on Friday as well. It could be a month before I am able to get things turned on again, probably much longer. I wanted to let you know why you probably will not hear from me for some time.
Thanks for your support and for stopping by my blog.
P.S. There are various posts already written scheduled to post at regular intervals. I hope to be back soon.
Do you have a GPS for your children?
Three thieves in Lindenhurst, New York stole fourteen GPS devices and were quickly apprehended when authorities used the GPS signals to track them. These bandits weren’t exactly the sharpest knives in the drawer.
Here’s a “GPS” device to help you keep track of your children.
G stands for Geography... know where your kids are going.
P stands for People... know who they will be spending time with.
S stands for Specifics... know what they will be doing and exactly when they’re expected to be home.
Know your child’s G.P.S. at all times! And remember your family first.
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Jack, age 3
Jack was watching his mom breast-feeding his new baby sister. After a while he asked: "Mom, why have you got two? Is one for hot and one for cold milk?"
Steven, age 3
Steven hugged and kissed his mom goodnight. "I love you so much that when you die I'm going to bury you outside my bedroom window."
Brittany, age 4
Brittany had an earache and wanted a painkiller. She tried in vain to take the lid off the bottle. Seeing her frustration her mom explained it was a childproof cap and she'd have to open it for her. Eyes wide with wonder, the little girl asked: "How does it know it's me?"
Susan, age 4
Susan was drinking juice when she got the hiccups. "Please don't give me this juice again," she said, "It makes my teeth cough."
DJ, age 4
DJ stepped onto the bathroom scale and asked: "How much do I cost?"
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