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Month: January 2011

Leaving on a Jet Plane

Posted in Family, and Photography

Project 365 – #031 We were blessed to have a wonderful week with Grandma and Grandpa.  Normally, when they come to visit, they can only stay for a few days, so this was a real treat.  Grandpa had a business conference to attend, so we decided to camp near the conference center.  We figured that we would try to spend as much time with them as possible. On Friday afternoon, we dropped Grandma and Grandpa off at the airport.  It’s never easy to say goodbye, but we know that we’ll be seeing them again in a few months.  Normally, we…

Times Alive! Review

Posted in Reviews

Times Alive! by City Creek Press Wouldn’t it be nice if kids could easily learn their multiplication facts? If they could have fun while they were learning? If they could enjoy the learning process so much that they want to do more work that has been assigned? Times Alive! helps kids easily learn their multiplication facts in a fun interactive way on the computer. At first, Munchkin didn’t know if she was going to like this program as it looked to “kiddish”, but she quickly found herself enjoying the program. Before we knew it, she had done many lessons. When…

Blessed Are…

Posted in Christian Life, and Photography

Project 365 – #030 Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted. Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth. Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled. Blessed are the merciful, for they will be shown mercy. Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God. Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God. Blessed are those who are persecuted because of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.…

3 in 30: January Week 4 Check-in

Posted in Christian Life, Fitness, Homemaking, and Photography

Project 365 – #028 This week’s check-in will be brief as I’m currently fighting with our virtually non-existent internet connection.  I first want to thank everyone who stopped by and commented on last week’s post.  I am sorry that I did not make it around to comment on your posts due to having company and being out of town.  Once I arrive back home this week, I’ll start making some rounds.  Thank you for your patience and understanding. I’m finishing the month with most of my goals being met. While the storage closet didn’t get completely purged and sorted, it…