Monthly Archives: September 2012

    I finished listening to Uncle Tom’s Cabin by Harriet Beecher Stowe on Thursday. I have been  listening to it on librivox.org,  for the LEMI scholar phase project Sword of Freedom that I am mentoring with my good friend … Continue reading →

I stumbled across this book because my mom was reading it during our family vacation. She heard about it from my sister, who sings its praises. If you or anybody in your family suffers from depression, anxiety, the blahs, or … Continue reading →

In this episode, the Duggars shoot BB guns, Joy Anna talks about learning to drive, they go fishing and hiking, and the girls treat Grandma Duggar to a pedicure. Michelle also talks about homeschooling, phonics lessons, and how to deal … Continue reading →

We went to a family reunion in Idaho this past summer and stayed at my dh’s cousin’s home.  I noticed this magazine rack on her wall and love the idea! What a great way to keep all your church magazines … Continue reading →

He’s going to the Tar Heel State! North Carolina, Charlotte mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints! His mission president is a fellow Davis Countyite! Grandma lent him her car so they could drive up north and … Continue reading →

Attention modest fashionistas! I am so thrilled to announce the giveaway of clothing from Modest Pop. This is a brand new company that specializes in modest, stylish clothing. The company sells tops, skirts, sweaters and dresses that are always $15 … Continue reading →

Photo credit: http://www.diefooddye.com/2012/09/11/why-synthetic-food-coloring-is-like-a-horror-flick/ If your child acts grouchy a lot, it may not be his fault. It may be his diet. I know some families keep their children away from red food dye, like in artificial “licorice” candy and “strawberry” … Continue reading →

If you haven’t checked this book out yet, you are missing out! It’s written by a child TV star, Mayim Bialik, who played Blossom on NBC TV in the 80s. I am happy to report that Mayim did not follow … Continue reading →

My firstborn recently enjoyed turning 19. So we celebrated with a birthday dinner at Grandma’s home, where he is living. He has his papers in and we are awaiting his mission call. I am in a little disbelief that my … Continue reading →