Thursday, January 24, 2008
A Small List
I have several loose pieces of information floating around that I want to share. Yes, that is the proper spelling for
loose (say: loos). :- ) That is loose-as in not attached to anything else. The other word 'lose' is pronounced 'looz' and means that something has been lost. eg: Did you lose your shoe? Yes I lost my shoe.
I see these two words interchanged so freely on the internet that I think there must be a conspiracy...I don't know what kind of conspiracy mixes up spellings....but it bugs me all the same. ;-) Please don't take it wrong if you are one of the people who mixes up these words. I don't consider myself the spelling police. In fact you'll see plenty of spelling errors and typos right here in Sunydazy Land. It's just one of those things I needed to get off my chest. I feel much better now. Really.
OK...where was I? ...Oh yes, loose bits of information. I'll just jump right in there.
1. I was privileged to receive a copy of Twila Paris new CD Small Sacrifice from the fine folks who are doing the promotion of her newest recording. I was very excited about getting the chance to review something! Me?!!! Really?
So on to the review. (insert bugle sound here):
Twila Paris has been in the Christian music industry for many years. Chances are, if you attend church, you've sung one of her many choruses or hymns. She has written many, many, many. And she has a lovely voice! Her newest release is full of power packed lyrics. The title song 'Small Sacrifice' stays with me and I hum it throughout the day. There is another song that will surely touch many people...she sings that 'God has not forgotten you'. A beautiful tear jerker! I haven't decided which song is my favorite but I'm working on it. I would tell you more about the lyrics which are scriptural and moving but...I left the cd in the car where I listen to it every time I go somewhere. It's still dark outside and very cold and I'm still in my nightgown, so there is no way you are going to convince me to get out of my warm, squishy chair and trek through the dark and freezing air. I love you people, but one has to draw the line somewhere.
An added note for those of you who are homeschoolers, you might be interested to know that Twila Paris homeschools her son and comes from a strong family.
So click on the picture and go get yourself a copy of this cd! Hurry!
The link will take you right to the cd page. The new cd is # 13 which means you have to find the little arrow thingy at the top or bottom of the page and click on it...so you can see the next page. K?
If you aren't sure what kind of music this is and want to hear some samples I suggest True North as a good example of her singing style. Uuhhhmmmm, wait! I almost forgot to tell you to come right back here when you are finished ordering your cd and finish reading my post! See you in a few minutes!
2. I must, must, must say a very special 'hello' with a giant wave to an old friend of mine. Her name is Alycesyn. She and I were very close friends when we were just wee lasses. So close, in fact, that we fought over which of us had the longest (read that: coolest) knee socks! Our parents were friends before any of us were born and she was one of my bridesmaids. We lost touch over the years. In December, just before Christmas I sent a note to her parents and asked them to get it to her. They did and she emailed me and woohoo! it's nice to hear from her again! We have a lot of catching up to do.
3. If you are looking for a college for your Christian kiddo check out my new favorite! ;-)
I must insert here that I do not believe college is right for every one. In fact, I question it's abuses. More on that in a future post. BUT...since my son is a student now for reasons that we feel are valid, I want to tell you I am proud and not afraid to recommend the school as a good one. Ecclesia College Go Royals!
loose (say: loos). :- ) That is loose-as in not attached to anything else. The other word 'lose' is pronounced 'looz' and means that something has been lost. eg: Did you lose your shoe? Yes I lost my shoe.
I see these two words interchanged so freely on the internet that I think there must be a conspiracy...I don't know what kind of conspiracy mixes up spellings....but it bugs me all the same. ;-) Please don't take it wrong if you are one of the people who mixes up these words. I don't consider myself the spelling police. In fact you'll see plenty of spelling errors and typos right here in Sunydazy Land. It's just one of those things I needed to get off my chest. I feel much better now. Really.
OK...where was I? ...Oh yes, loose bits of information. I'll just jump right in there.
1. I was privileged to receive a copy of Twila Paris new CD Small Sacrifice from the fine folks who are doing the promotion of her newest recording. I was very excited about getting the chance to review something! Me?!!! Really?
So on to the review. (insert bugle sound here):
Twila Paris has been in the Christian music industry for many years. Chances are, if you attend church, you've sung one of her many choruses or hymns. She has written many, many, many. And she has a lovely voice! Her newest release is full of power packed lyrics. The title song 'Small Sacrifice' stays with me and I hum it throughout the day. There is another song that will surely touch many people...she sings that 'God has not forgotten you'. A beautiful tear jerker! I haven't decided which song is my favorite but I'm working on it. I would tell you more about the lyrics which are scriptural and moving but...I left the cd in the car where I listen to it every time I go somewhere. It's still dark outside and very cold and I'm still in my nightgown, so there is no way you are going to convince me to get out of my warm, squishy chair and trek through the dark and freezing air. I love you people, but one has to draw the line somewhere.
An added note for those of you who are homeschoolers, you might be interested to know that Twila Paris homeschools her son and comes from a strong family.
So click on the picture and go get yourself a copy of this cd! Hurry!
The link will take you right to the cd page. The new cd is # 13 which means you have to find the little arrow thingy at the top or bottom of the page and click on it...so you can see the next page. K?
If you aren't sure what kind of music this is and want to hear some samples I suggest True North as a good example of her singing style. Uuhhhmmmm, wait! I almost forgot to tell you to come right back here when you are finished ordering your cd and finish reading my post! See you in a few minutes!
2. I must, must, must say a very special 'hello' with a giant wave to an old friend of mine. Her name is Alycesyn. She and I were very close friends when we were just wee lasses. So close, in fact, that we fought over which of us had the longest (read that: coolest) knee socks! Our parents were friends before any of us were born and she was one of my bridesmaids. We lost touch over the years. In December, just before Christmas I sent a note to her parents and asked them to get it to her. They did and she emailed me and woohoo! it's nice to hear from her again! We have a lot of catching up to do.
3. If you are looking for a college for your Christian kiddo check out my new favorite! ;-)
I must insert here that I do not believe college is right for every one. In fact, I question it's abuses. More on that in a future post. BUT...since my son is a student now for reasons that we feel are valid, I want to tell you I am proud and not afraid to recommend the school as a good one. Ecclesia College Go Royals!
Labels: Misc
Tuesday, September 18, 2007
Smile Award and Nice Matters
Nadine over at Just Being Me has given me an award. Thank you Nadine! I want to pass this on to many of you, as well as finally pass on the Nice Matters award.
I could easily give this award to everyone on my sidebar plus some...but I'm going to restrain myself and I think I'll focus on a few blogs that help me laugh at myself and the world, and also a few of my 'younger' friends.
Here are the people I wish to bestow the Smile award to (in no particular order):
TC @ Fish in My Hair
Carrie Louise @ Organized Chaos
Underdog @ The Underdog Blog
Jess @ And the Saga Continues
Southernbelle @ Pressing On
Katy @ Just Living Life One Day at a Time
Osprey @ To Laugh at the World
Rivergirl @ Joyful Song
Ice Jet
Tyler @ Tyler's Crash Site
(can you tell that my kids and their friends bring me a lot of joy and smiles?)
The Nice Matters Award was bestowed on me a while back and I couldn't figure out who to give it to...I think all my blogger friends deserve it. (See the note at the top of my Blogging Friends Sidebar). So, after much thought and deliberation I have decided to pass this one on to (again in no particular order):
Ginger (I've had some very nice private message conversations with this very creative lady)
Living By Daily Grace (Mrs Underdog)
Candyfoote
Mom of Twelve @ Trophy of God's Grace
Small Scribbles
Thanks to all of you for being my friends in this world of blogs! I am so glad I found you...And that includes ALL of you...'awarded' or not... ;-)
Now grab your awards and pass on some smiles to other bloggers today!
I could easily give this award to everyone on my sidebar plus some...but I'm going to restrain myself and I think I'll focus on a few blogs that help me laugh at myself and the world, and also a few of my 'younger' friends.
Here are the people I wish to bestow the Smile award to (in no particular order):
TC @ Fish in My Hair
Carrie Louise @ Organized Chaos
Underdog @ The Underdog Blog
Jess @ And the Saga Continues
Southernbelle @ Pressing On
Katy @ Just Living Life One Day at a Time
Osprey @ To Laugh at the World
Rivergirl @ Joyful Song
Ice Jet
Tyler @ Tyler's Crash Site
(can you tell that my kids and their friends bring me a lot of joy and smiles?)
The Nice Matters Award was bestowed on me a while back and I couldn't figure out who to give it to...I think all my blogger friends deserve it. (See the note at the top of my Blogging Friends Sidebar). So, after much thought and deliberation I have decided to pass this one on to (again in no particular order):
Ginger (I've had some very nice private message conversations with this very creative lady)
Living By Daily Grace (Mrs Underdog)
Candyfoote
Mom of Twelve @ Trophy of God's Grace
Small Scribbles
Thanks to all of you for being my friends in this world of blogs! I am so glad I found you...And that includes ALL of you...'awarded' or not... ;-)
Now grab your awards and pass on some smiles to other bloggers today!
Labels: Just for fun, Misc
Wednesday, August 22, 2007
Stuff to Share
I have a few things to catch up on so I'm going to put them all right here.
First, I'd like you all to know I was one of the happy winners of Boo Mama's drawing a while back...for a Mandisa single. Due to a mailing glitch it took a long time for it to arrive. When it got here I put it on the player and had the whole family listen with me. :-) Oh My! All I can say is "wonderful!". The song 'Only the World' is so uplifting. Hope springs! Go and get yourself her new CD right away!
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Second, I was recently privileged to get a copy of a darling CD called Name Your Tune--
"a children's music compilation that is made-to-order and personalized
for each child. They’ll hear their name more than 80 times throughout 14
much-loved songs - a great way to enjoy music, have fun, and learn together!
We’ve been recognized in last month’s Parents Magazine, and have been
awarded the iParenting Award, too!"
They included all three of my younger children's names on one CD.
If only I could describe the look of delight that came across Little Guy's face when he heard his name being sung on the CD! Pure joy!
The songs on this little CD are delightful and all three of the little children danced and sang and smiled while listening for the fist time. I have no doubt that this will be a favorite at our house for a long time to come.
The CD even has a customizable label! Ours says: To (insert child's name) with love from Mommy and Daddy...
If you need a fabulous gift idea or just want to surprise your children this is highly recommended.
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Third, I was very blessed and happy to find out I have been given the Nice Matters blog award by Dana at Principled Discovery and by MaryKathryn at Just Going With the Flow.
This award originated with Bella Enchanted as a way to award
"those that are just nice people , good blog friends and those that inspire good feelings and inspiration! Those that care about others that are there to lend support or those that are just a positive influence in our blogging world!"
I am honored that someone thought I was worthy of this award...and I'll do my best to live up to it! Thank you Dana and Mary!
I need to pass this award on to some other bloggers but am unsure who....I'll be back with an update when I've thought it over.
First, I'd like you all to know I was one of the happy winners of Boo Mama's drawing a while back...for a Mandisa single. Due to a mailing glitch it took a long time for it to arrive. When it got here I put it on the player and had the whole family listen with me. :-) Oh My! All I can say is "wonderful!". The song 'Only the World' is so uplifting. Hope springs! Go and get yourself her new CD right away!
Second, I was recently privileged to get a copy of a darling CD called Name Your Tune--
"a children's music compilation that is made-to-order and personalized
for each child. They’ll hear their name more than 80 times throughout 14
much-loved songs - a great way to enjoy music, have fun, and learn together!
We’ve been recognized in last month’s Parents Magazine, and have been
awarded the iParenting Award, too!"
They included all three of my younger children's names on one CD.
If only I could describe the look of delight that came across Little Guy's face when he heard his name being sung on the CD! Pure joy!
The songs on this little CD are delightful and all three of the little children danced and sang and smiled while listening for the fist time. I have no doubt that this will be a favorite at our house for a long time to come.
The CD even has a customizable label! Ours says: To (insert child's name) with love from Mommy and Daddy...
If you need a fabulous gift idea or just want to surprise your children this is highly recommended.
Third, I was very blessed and happy to find out I have been given the Nice Matters blog award by Dana at Principled Discovery and by MaryKathryn at Just Going With the Flow.
This award originated with Bella Enchanted as a way to award
"those that are just nice people , good blog friends and those that inspire good feelings and inspiration! Those that care about others that are there to lend support or those that are just a positive influence in our blogging world!"
I am honored that someone thought I was worthy of this award...and I'll do my best to live up to it! Thank you Dana and Mary!
I need to pass this award on to some other bloggers but am unsure who....I'll be back with an update when I've thought it over.
Labels: Drawings and Contests, Just for fun, Misc
Thursday, June 28, 2007
A Blogging Award for Me? Woo Hoo!
Oh My! I've been given a blog award! I can hardly believe it! :-) This was given to me by my blogging friend Crystal at 'God is in Control...Not Me'. I like Crystal's blog title. Just reading it every morning is a great reminder. Crystal has a love for the Lord that is refreshing ... and she sings! I've never been privileged to hear her but I'm sure it's just beautiful. I love to read at Crystal's place because you never know in what way she'll offer you a smile or a word of cheer...sometimes it's just watching videos of her adorable dog and puppies. :-) Thank you for the award Crystal! I will be grinning all day! :-D
Crystal said
Sundazy gets this award just because I like her blog design and she constantly makes me smile with the stories she tells about her family and her life.
And now I get to pass this award on to some bloggers of my own choice...this is going to be very hard for me because I really like each and every blogger friend on my list for different reasons (plus a few that are not listed yet).
*Thinking...very...hard...hmmm...*
Ok: Here are my choices for this award:
1. Kristarella of Blog Cabin. Kristarella was one of my very first blogging friends. Her blog is so cute and her posts are always interesting and inspiring. More than that, though, she is one of my true friends. Hugs to you! Hope you like your award!
2. Keri of A Happy Home. Keri is a very thoughtful writer and has many insights to share with her readers. I knew I would love reading her blog from the first time...I think we are kindred spirits. She is a dedicated home keeper and truly loves the Lord. Keri, thanks for continuing to share your convictions with the rest of the blogging world. Your light is shining.
3. TC at Fish in My Hair. TC is one of my favorites because she is just so fun and funny! I never fail to get a good hearty laugh when I visit her site. I've been a loyal TC fan since I first discovered her last year. Some of you may remember that my kiddoes and I were privileged to meet TC and her family in person at the local Book Fair. Since that time they came to my rescue once when I was sick and now our children are forming wonderful friendships...and I like to think that we are too. :-) If you like to smile you should visit her place. She helps us see the humor in the everyday ordinary and not so ordinary events of our lives.
4. Julie at Seeking the Old Paths. Julie posts about the things that God is showing her and how He is leading their family along a path of His design. I so enjoy her writing, and just reading her sidebars is enough to inspire one to follow God wherever He calls. And now you can hear inspirational music when you visit her place. You rock Julie! ;-)
5. Sherry at Large Family Mothering. Sherry is the mother of 14 children. She still finds time to blog and encourage the rest of the world with stories and recipes and helpful ideas. She has a lovely testimony about how God brought her to where she is today. I always look forward to her postings.
and one more:
My own sweet girl
Rivergirl at A Joyful Song. She's mine and I love her soooo much! You rock sweetie! ;-)
Labels: Just for fun, Misc
Monday, June 11, 2007
Inquiring Minds Want to Know:
Your Blogging Story ~ Carnival
Go read other's blogging stories over at Chili's place...and you can even write your own answers and join in the carnival. After you write yours go here and sign the Mr. Linky with your web address. Easy!
Back to add a few thoughts...As I was working in the kitchen I was going over my answers to this questionnaire in my mind and I realized I need to add some things:
I really do like to blog and I really do hope that certain of my family members will eventually start reading/commenting more...not just so they can know what's going on but because this is such an extension of... ME!
I put my heart out there sometimes in ways that are often difficult for me in real life settings...I get busy changing diapers and taking toddlers to the toilet, making plans for big kids and more...this place is quiet and you get a peek into the inside of me. :-)
Also: If you're new to blogging don't get discouraged if it takes a while to make a circle of friends. Sometimes you'll see a blog and think "Oh! They are just like me! I KNOW we'll be good friends!"
It doesn't always work out that way. Sometimes, you make friends in the most unexpected places! Keep trying!
How did you start blogging?
I was spending a lot of time nursing babies therefore I was sitting in a chair in front of the computer emailing and browsing. I ended up finding some wonderful blogs, by accident. Before you know it I wanted to 'have one of those too'.
Did you intend to be a blog with a big following? If so, how did you go about it?
No...but I did hope to make a few new friends, which I have done.
I think blogs that have followings are
1.either very intellectual (which --cough- I am not) or
2.very funny (not that either). Though I try to keep my sense of humor at the ready. or
3. very well informed/informing/news (nope--still not me--unless your idea of current events is knowing how tired I am or finding out about the latest silly quiz that's going around).
What do you hope to achieve or accomplish with your blog? Have you been successful? If not, do you have a plan to achieve those goals?
Goals?
I, uhmm, wanted to have a place to share my strong opinions on... whatever... and a place to let my distant family members and friends keep up with us. I think I've been mildly successful...but I've also changed my goals somewhat. I now realize that not very many people are interested in my strong opinions so I keep some of them to myself.
Instead, I focus on making my little bit of web space inviting and offering a smile to weary people on occasion.
Plus, I absolutely LOVE the chance to be creative and maintain some place that's pretty and the kiddoes don't mess it up!
I'm not sure if my family members read this to keep up with us or just occasionally...? I do get a few comments here and there from a couple of relatives.
Has the focus of your blog changed since you started blogging? How?
I've loosened up and started being more comfortable with myself and my failures and tried not to be quite so preachy sounding. I like me most of the time and decided to not be afraid to share it, therefore I like posting more than before, therefore I have become anaddicted,er faithful blogger.
What do you know now that you wish you’d known when you started?
Not much! Maybe that it doesn't matter WHO reads your blog..it's just nice that someone, sometimes, enjoys 'visiting' with you. And it's great to have a place to record daily thoughts and memories.
Do you make money with your blog?
HA! No!
Wouldn't that be cool!? Paid to blog!? YES!
Does your immediate or extended family know about your blog? If so, do they read it? If not, why?
They all know about it. Some of them read it. Lots of them don’t-
I am going to quote Boo Mama here:
"because they’re too busy doing things like 'caring for their family' or 'making a living' or 'staying fit and healthy.'
Guess I should follow their examples...
What two pieces of advice would you give to a new blogger?
1.Don't spend too much time on design and graphics until you've gotten your feet wet and KNOW that you want to do this.
2.Write often about what interests YOU.
and an extra:
3.Be a good bloggy friend and visit OTHER PEOPLE'S blogs and leave LOTS of comments...LOTS!
It's what makes this so fun!
Go read other's blogging stories over at Chili's place...and you can even write your own answers and join in the carnival. After you write yours go here and sign the Mr. Linky with your web address. Easy!
Back to add a few thoughts...As I was working in the kitchen I was going over my answers to this questionnaire in my mind and I realized I need to add some things:
I really do like to blog and I really do hope that certain of my family members will eventually start reading/commenting more...not just so they can know what's going on but because this is such an extension of... ME!
I put my heart out there sometimes in ways that are often difficult for me in real life settings...I get busy changing diapers and taking toddlers to the toilet, making plans for big kids and more...this place is quiet and you get a peek into the inside of me. :-)
Also: If you're new to blogging don't get discouraged if it takes a while to make a circle of friends. Sometimes you'll see a blog and think "Oh! They are just like me! I KNOW we'll be good friends!"
It doesn't always work out that way. Sometimes, you make friends in the most unexpected places! Keep trying!
Labels: Misc, More About Me
Saturday, May 5, 2007
Favorite Things
One of my favorite things.
This was given to me by my dear husband many years ago and is still one of my most loved possessions.
He eventually bought me all the canisters to go with it. :-)
I use it just as intended...to store our bread.
I don't know why it makes me so happy...maybe because I love for everything to have it's own place.
Do you have any favorite things to share?
Labels: Favorite Things, Misc, More About Me
Wednesday, May 2, 2007
Women's Ministry
Wow! Here is an excellent article : This Women in Ministry Thing
Be prepared to be challenged or greatly encouraged....depending on your current frame of reference. :-)
Be prepared to be challenged or greatly encouraged....depending on your current frame of reference. :-)
Labels: Misc
Tuesday, April 17, 2007
New Blog Design
How do you like my new look?
Susie of Bluebird Blogs created and installed this lovely blog design.
She has been so kind to me over the past couple of days. She answered my questions and went beyond the call of duty to make sure I was happy with everything. If you're looking for a new blog look you need to give her a visit. I've been so excited about this that it was hard to be patient. For those of you still waiting your turn...hang in there. It's worth the wait. Thank you Susie!
I just love the way it turned out! It's hard to believe it's my very own space!
Susie of Bluebird Blogs created and installed this lovely blog design.
She has been so kind to me over the past couple of days. She answered my questions and went beyond the call of duty to make sure I was happy with everything. If you're looking for a new blog look you need to give her a visit. I've been so excited about this that it was hard to be patient. For those of you still waiting your turn...hang in there. It's worth the wait. Thank you Susie!
Wednesday, April 11, 2007
I make mistakes too...
Good Morning internet friends!
This morning my mind is full of miscellaneous thoughts. I was going to try to pull together a post about spring crafts or some other cutesy thing but my mind just won't get into that gear.So instead I will jot down a few of my rambling thoughts while I wait for my coffee to brew.
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Did you know that diesel engines do not take regular 10w40 oil? Ask me how I know....Actually, I just found that out this morning and I'm still trying to process a brain overload...I'm prone to guilt and fears and remorse when I make mistakes. Hubby thinks it'll be fine. Sigh.
Did you further know that I drive a very large, noisy diesel Suburban whom I refer to as Olga? I used to drive a cute little Astro van. It could get into fairly small spaces and it wasn't too bad on the get up and go scale. However, Astro vans do not have the life span of diesel anythings and they also have the storage/trunk capacity only sightly larger than my largest purse...make any inference you like...they're both true.
Oh! and did I mention how ridiculous I look when I try to squeeze my slightly rounded little body into the very backseat to clean? I can get my head and shoulders in but the rest of me stays out while I reach my short arm as far as I can...the burger wrapper staying just out of reach...I've hurt myself like that more than once.
We have owned Olga for quite a while now (3 or 4 years?). She was Dear Hubby's vehicle of choice until recently. He got a pickup and I got Olga. She's old, and she's large, and she's loud and embarrasing anywhere I have to stop, but she's got a long life span...Oh dear, I just had a thought...I hope hubby doesn't see me like that. If he starts calling me Olga I may have to call on some of you for comfort.
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Any of you remember how adorable little kittens can be? We have 6 of them. Six feisty, furry, fat, funny baby kitty kitties. They are so cute it makes you want to pinch their toes. They are now 6 weeks old. I usually find homes for my kittens at 8 weeks but I'm going to start looking now. Since we are so busy this year I figure a head start would be wise.
I hate giving them away. I'm like a little 8 year old girl. Right after the new owners drive away I have to run and cry before any of the children learns of my weakness. (if you're in North Texas and need a new furball to love, let me know).
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We have a year of busy activity planned and I so much would like to look like I'm in charge and know what I'm doing. But if that happens we'll all know it was God and He alone. I am a very feeble little human and the coming year will involve all of the following (of course more will be added as we go along):
1. My packing up this house, including several thousand books....(actually I'd better add a sale of books to this list)
2. Showing this house to perfect strangers and making it look good enough that someone wants to buy it.
3. Continuing to wean the two little girls and teach them to sleep through the night.
4.Continue homeschooling the older 3 kiddoes.
5. Plan something special for hubby's 40th birthday.
6. Get my almost 17 year old into and through his senior year...this will include me figuring out if I want to do a transcript, and how, and helping him make decisions about his future, as well as pushing him to finish up some things he's let slide.
7. Move to the Ozarks and live in a? Dunno yet...Tent? Barn? Yurt?
8. A 4 day, 3 night trip to Washington State to visit relatives which will include a lovely, and hopefully a little bit romantic, cruise get away with 2 of hubby's sisters and their husbands and his parents.
9. The trip will require me finding someone who wants to stay with my 5 kids and babysit while we are out of town. Any volunteers? This will be new and hard for me...leave all my little lambies??? aaahhh! Lord, help me not be scared!
10. Getting this body into something resembling... uhhmmm ... 'shape'.
It would be nice if hubby would be proud as a peacock to have me on his arm when we dine at the one elegant dinner on the cruise...it may be our only cruise ever...who knows?
11. Get my new little business venture up and running...this will be a bit more challenging than I originally suspected...due to not knowing what we'll be living in.
I'll stop there because I don't want to cause anyone to hyperventilate...actually I'm having to calm my own breathing....
I'm glad I know the Maker of All...He's going to be called in a lot.
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Have you ever just sat and stared at a tree with new spring leaves when the morning sun was shining through them~~the leaves with that special newness color? It's a glowing color that's hard to describe. And...it's simply , breathtakingly beautiful. The color radiates with the sun's glow and you can almost feel it. I like to fill my eyes with these things...they rejuvenate me somehow.
This morning my mind is full of miscellaneous thoughts. I was going to try to pull together a post about spring crafts or some other cutesy thing but my mind just won't get into that gear.So instead I will jot down a few of my rambling thoughts while I wait for my coffee to brew.
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Did you know that diesel engines do not take regular 10w40 oil? Ask me how I know....Actually, I just found that out this morning and I'm still trying to process a brain overload...I'm prone to guilt and fears and remorse when I make mistakes. Hubby thinks it'll be fine. Sigh.
Did you further know that I drive a very large, noisy diesel Suburban whom I refer to as Olga? I used to drive a cute little Astro van. It could get into fairly small spaces and it wasn't too bad on the get up and go scale. However, Astro vans do not have the life span of diesel anythings and they also have the storage/trunk capacity only sightly larger than my largest purse...make any inference you like...they're both true.
Oh! and did I mention how ridiculous I look when I try to squeeze my slightly rounded little body into the very backseat to clean? I can get my head and shoulders in but the rest of me stays out while I reach my short arm as far as I can...the burger wrapper staying just out of reach...I've hurt myself like that more than once.
We have owned Olga for quite a while now (3 or 4 years?). She was Dear Hubby's vehicle of choice until recently. He got a pickup and I got Olga. She's old, and she's large, and she's loud and embarrasing anywhere I have to stop, but she's got a long life span...Oh dear, I just had a thought...I hope hubby doesn't see me like that. If he starts calling me Olga I may have to call on some of you for comfort.
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Any of you remember how adorable little kittens can be? We have 6 of them. Six feisty, furry, fat, funny baby kitty kitties. They are so cute it makes you want to pinch their toes. They are now 6 weeks old. I usually find homes for my kittens at 8 weeks but I'm going to start looking now. Since we are so busy this year I figure a head start would be wise.
I hate giving them away. I'm like a little 8 year old girl. Right after the new owners drive away I have to run and cry before any of the children learns of my weakness. (if you're in North Texas and need a new furball to love, let me know).
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We have a year of busy activity planned and I so much would like to look like I'm in charge and know what I'm doing. But if that happens we'll all know it was God and He alone. I am a very feeble little human and the coming year will involve all of the following (of course more will be added as we go along):
1. My packing up this house, including several thousand books....(actually I'd better add a sale of books to this list)
2. Showing this house to perfect strangers and making it look good enough that someone wants to buy it.
3. Continuing to wean the two little girls and teach them to sleep through the night.
4.Continue homeschooling the older 3 kiddoes.
5. Plan something special for hubby's 40th birthday.
6. Get my almost 17 year old into and through his senior year...this will include me figuring out if I want to do a transcript, and how, and helping him make decisions about his future, as well as pushing him to finish up some things he's let slide.
7. Move to the Ozarks and live in a? Dunno yet...Tent? Barn? Yurt?
8. A 4 day, 3 night trip to Washington State to visit relatives which will include a lovely, and hopefully a little bit romantic, cruise get away with 2 of hubby's sisters and their husbands and his parents.
9. The trip will require me finding someone who wants to stay with my 5 kids and babysit while we are out of town. Any volunteers? This will be new and hard for me...leave all my little lambies??? aaahhh! Lord, help me not be scared!
10. Getting this body into something resembling... uhhmmm ... 'shape'.
It would be nice if hubby would be proud as a peacock to have me on his arm when we dine at the one elegant dinner on the cruise...it may be our only cruise ever...who knows?
11. Get my new little business venture up and running...this will be a bit more challenging than I originally suspected...due to not knowing what we'll be living in.
I'll stop there because I don't want to cause anyone to hyperventilate...actually I'm having to calm my own breathing....
I'm glad I know the Maker of All...He's going to be called in a lot.
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Have you ever just sat and stared at a tree with new spring leaves when the morning sun was shining through them~~the leaves with that special newness color? It's a glowing color that's hard to describe. And...it's simply , breathtakingly beautiful. The color radiates with the sun's glow and you can almost feel it. I like to fill my eyes with these things...they rejuvenate me somehow.
Labels: Another Day, Misc
Tuesday, April 10, 2007
Tax Time
Guess what I'm doing.
I'd much rather be sewing or taking a walk at the park.
Napping, chatting with friends, washing dishes, cleaning toilets.
I'm doing this because I love my hubby ...he said he could do them but I know he hates it too. I plan to do a bunch and he can finish when he gets home. Sigh. In some ways I've never grown up...I remember sitting in the classroom and staring out the window daydreaming.
I must find the courage to return to the task and the fortitude to finish. Yawn...
Labels: Misc
Friday, April 6, 2007
Blogging Glitches
I have been having some Blogger log-in and commenting problems this week. I've attempted to leave comments on my friends blogs and also on new friends blogs but to no avail. I have had to change my password twice just to be able to post here. I am announcing this because I don't want anyone to think I'm ignoring them. I'm getting frustrated and I don't know how long it will take for Blogger to help me out. I'll probably use my chat box on my sidebar to leave each of you notes. I would love it if all of you would get one installed on your sites, in case of troubles like these.
So...be sure to check my chat box for messages!
So...be sure to check my chat box for messages!
Labels: Misc
Wednesday, March 14, 2007
New Search Tool
"I've created something that may be of interest to you.It's a custom search engine powered by Google that searches select blogs on parenting, crafts, cooking, gardening and blogs by women. Normally when you search for a word or phrase Google returns millions of results, displaying the most popular based on their magic algorithms. For my custom search engine I have narrowed Google's parameters so that a search here will only return results from the blogs I've specified.What does this mean?Say you're writing a post on children watching television and would like to add to what others have written on the subject, by searching with this custom search engine you'd learn what Thrifty Mommy, Play Library, Rocks in My Dryer, Izzy Mom or the other thousand blogs on parenting have to say on the subject. If you're writing a post on sibling rivalry or how to deal with it and want to link to other posts on the subject, searching in my custom search engine searches your favorite blogs all at once and gives a more manageable number of results specific to your subject matter than Google could provide. Linking to other blogs just got easier. But it doesn't stop there, if you want to find ideas for encouraging family exercise, children's birthday parties, lunchbox tips or decorating cupcakes--my custom search engine will filter out more of the sites that don't match what you want and will give you more of what your fellow bloggers and their readers have to say on the subject.If you want to hear what other blogs are saying about Anna Nicole, Brittney, James Cameron, Lost or Grey's Anatomy or if you want to to connect with blogs that are on a specific subject matter--regional blogs, parenting blogs, book review blogs, product review blogs--this search engine will get you closer to what other blogs are saying than Google typically can.Go ahead and give it a try. Type in "sleep deprivation," "herb gardening," "picky eaters," "kid crafts," "celebrity moms," "breastfeeding," "expat," "kid crafts" or "homeschooling" and see the results that come up. Pretty slick, huh?I've added over 1500 blogs, mostly those registered with Crazy Hip Blog Mamas, Blogher, Blogging Chicks and Blogger Chicks. If you want to see if your blog is included, type in the name or URL and see if it comes up. If it isn't there drop me an email at scribbit at gmail .com and I'll make sure you're added.I've added this feature at the top of my sidebar--feel free to bookmark it and use it whenever you need to do a quick search through your favorite blogs. If you'd like to put a search bar on your blog please email me and I'll send you the code. Alternately, Lucy at An Ordinary Mom and her brother at MG Wallace Designs put together six buttons that I've made into links if you'd like to choose one to display as a graphic link back to the search engine."
Labels: Misc
Wednesday, January 31, 2007
Inspired to do better...
I've been reading some excellent material lately! Go read these posts and see if you don't get inspired!
My Reality Show Rattling Around
My Reality Show Rattling Around
Labels: Misc
Thursday, January 11, 2007
Time to de-lurk thyself!
Guess what I just found out!
It's National De-lurker week! :-)
There's only a couple days to go so don't be shy!
You've got to hurry and make some comments on your favorite blogs.
Let all those (ahem) wonderful, hardworking, heartpouring bloggers know you've been there and you care.
If you can't think of anything to say here is a list of suggestions to get you started:
Hi!
Hello, I read your blog today.
Hi, my name is:___________
Thanks for posting about_____
I liked reading about________
You have cute kids! (hint, hint!)
If those seem too hard you could say whatever is on your left as you read...or your favorite book, or music, or brand of toilet paper, or ...
But please say something!
I hope to hear from you soon!
By the way, this post is not meant to be grumpy or offensive.
I know some of you DO post comments and I thank you!
And I also know some of you are intimidated or unsure how to work this thing...maybe you could just give it a try?
No one will know if you mess up--but if you get it right it will bless my little heart!
OH YEAH! There is also an easy to use little message board on the left of this page...
it says CHIT CHAT! Leave me a message...
You don't even have to leave your email or web address (though it would be nice for me to be able to contact you back).
Just click on the little message box and type your little message and click the little go button!
All done!
Thanks! I hope to hear from a couple of you!
De-lurking week was started by A Paper Napkin.
Labels: Just for fun, Misc
Tuesday, January 2, 2007
Happy 2007!
I can hardly believe it's 2007!
When I was a child I used to talk about how old I would be when the year 2000 arrived. It seemed so far in the future! And now it's beginning to seem like a long time ago...
We rang in the new year at one of my brother and family's homes. It's so wonderful to be able to sit in a loved one's home and talk the hours away!
I haven't made any solid resolutions yet this year...I try not to get too carried away~ good intentions they may be~ but I don't want to carry around a load of guilt for not meeting my goals. That may sound like an excuse for not trying , but the truth is, I like to set 1 or 2 very small goals and achieve those and feel like a winner!
I woke up this morning anticipating a return to some sort of normal routine after our long seasonal holiday...routines can be healthy (and so can a break from them).
The star and outdoor lights were taken down yesterday-thank you to ds 16 and his 2 friends for helping. We gave them money for a meal at CiCi's pizza -- a teenage boys delight!
Today I plan to take down the tree and other indoor decor while starting the children on a light load of school.
Speaking of school, one of the wonderful purchases I made for Christmas was The Pilgrim's Progress book with a complete unit study.
We'll be starting that today. I will be including a more in-depth review of this unit study in the near future. Check back!
Well, I'm off to tend to the family and house...I'll be back t chat more later. Have a sunny day!
Labels: Holidays and Celebrations, Misc
Wednesday, December 13, 2006
Come visit my new/other blog!
As most of you know, HSBlogger has been making some pretty radical changes. I applaud them for their effort to keep up with the times, but I'm not so sure I like the changes. Even if I get used to them, in the meantime, many , and I mean MANY, of the featurees are not working properly right now. This is hard on my nervous system! ;-) My house is not very orderly right now and my blogging was one of the few places where I felt a sense of peace and order.....(that, and the kids bathroom which I recently did a makeover on!)...
So, what I'm trying to say is: I have started another blog: Sunydazy Days over at Blogger (where my dear hubby has a blog). I am not dumping this one (for now). I'm just going to let it sit quietly for a little bit while I wait and see how HSB handles all the problems. All you faithful to the end types...Don't get mad at me for thinking of leaving! I made a covenant to stay with my hubby till death do we part and to endure through thick and thin, but I have no such covenant with Homeschoolblogger! :-)
Come and pay me a visit!
• Dec. 14, 2006 - :)
Posted by TrainingHearts
I hear ya on the changes! I guess I'm not one to be good with change either. I think it's getting a little better, though. Have a good evening....darling blog :)
• Dec. 18, 2006 - changes
Posted by JNLANG
I don't like changes. It always takes awile to get used to it and then they make changes again.
• Dec. 18, 2006 - I hear ya!
Posted by AHappyHome
I am having some trouble also, but don't have the time to sort it all out yet. In regards to where to keep wrapping paper, I suggest chucking it. When you need to wrap something, decorate a white or brown paper bag, and thread a pretty ribbon on the top. Or wrap it in pretty tissue paper tied with raffia. People pay big bucks for the "country" look these days, and you can have it for about nothing AND save on space. Blessings, Keri (an organizer freakazoid)
• Dec. 26, 2006 - Untitled Comment
Posted by CandyFoote
Wow! I was shocked when I read my blog and you had asked me for some organizational tips!! Have you ever heard of FLYLady??? She is great! Although I haven't been great at following all of her great advice, she has taught me that I can do anything in 15 minutes. Really!!!! Give it a try a see the difference that 15 minutes can make. Even on your worse room. You know the one with the door safely shut! See what a difference 15 minutes can make on it! Hope this helps. Candy
So, what I'm trying to say is: I have started another blog: Sunydazy Days over at Blogger (where my dear hubby has a blog). I am not dumping this one (for now). I'm just going to let it sit quietly for a little bit while I wait and see how HSB handles all the problems. All you faithful to the end types...Don't get mad at me for thinking of leaving! I made a covenant to stay with my hubby till death do we part and to endure through thick and thin, but I have no such covenant with Homeschoolblogger! :-)
Come and pay me a visit!
• Dec. 14, 2006 - :)
Posted by TrainingHearts
I hear ya on the changes! I guess I'm not one to be good with change either. I think it's getting a little better, though. Have a good evening....darling blog :)
• Dec. 18, 2006 - changes
Posted by JNLANG
I don't like changes. It always takes awile to get used to it and then they make changes again.
• Dec. 18, 2006 - I hear ya!
Posted by AHappyHome
I am having some trouble also, but don't have the time to sort it all out yet. In regards to where to keep wrapping paper, I suggest chucking it. When you need to wrap something, decorate a white or brown paper bag, and thread a pretty ribbon on the top. Or wrap it in pretty tissue paper tied with raffia. People pay big bucks for the "country" look these days, and you can have it for about nothing AND save on space. Blessings, Keri (an organizer freakazoid)
• Dec. 26, 2006 - Untitled Comment
Posted by CandyFoote
Wow! I was shocked when I read my blog and you had asked me for some organizational tips!! Have you ever heard of FLYLady??? She is great! Although I haven't been great at following all of her great advice, she has taught me that I can do anything in 15 minutes. Really!!!! Give it a try a see the difference that 15 minutes can make. Even on your worse room. You know the one with the door safely shut! See what a difference 15 minutes can make on it! Hope this helps. Candy
Labels: Misc
Monday, December 11, 2006
Go shopping here!
Want a great place to Christmas shop? Try Biblical Womanhood!A beautiful place with loads of helps for Christian women and young ladies everywhere.
I know there are lots of things I would love to have from there;-).If you shop there by using my link above or look for it on the right hand side under 'Places to Shop' category, you'll help me earn a little bit of commision. Every little bit is a blessing!
Since Homeschoolblogger has made all the changes I'm not sure if I can get the link to work in this post or not but I'll give it a try!
I'll probably add a few other affiliate links in the sidebar to places I really like, so keep looking for them in the future.
P.S. My "help me' drawing is still open (see my last post). I could still use more helpful tips. I've already started using some of the ideas from the first 2 commenters. Please help me! You don't HAVE to have a book if you don't want! ;-D I just thought it would entice a few more commenters.
Thanks in advance
I know there are lots of things I would love to have from there;-).If you shop there by using my link above or look for it on the right hand side under 'Places to Shop' category, you'll help me earn a little bit of commision. Every little bit is a blessing!
Since Homeschoolblogger has made all the changes I'm not sure if I can get the link to work in this post or not but I'll give it a try!
I'll probably add a few other affiliate links in the sidebar to places I really like, so keep looking for them in the future.
P.S. My "help me' drawing is still open (see my last post). I could still use more helpful tips. I've already started using some of the ideas from the first 2 commenters. Please help me! You don't HAVE to have a book if you don't want! ;-D I just thought it would entice a few more commenters.
Thanks in advance
Labels: Misc
Thursday, November 9, 2006
Modesty
I don't think I should have to say very much here, but have you seen the clothing available for young ladies these days? I've had to do quite a bit of sewing and creative shopping to make sure River Girl is clothed decently. I have pretty much given up hope that the big companies will do anything about this. Why should they? The vast majority of the country just buys whatever the designers and big companies put on the racks. They never worry about the fact that the standards for decency are now in the toilet, much less that clothing is now just an androgynous type of thing with very little thought given to beauty or femininity. I am a true believer in being wholly feminine. Girls should not dress like boys...but being feminine does NOT mean being 'sexy' or immodest. Wake up world! Let's protect our daughters from this shamefulness. Surely we have enough common sense to buck the trends on this one...
For those of you who have an interest in supporting some small companies that have dared to stay with traditional and lovely styles check out the following links:
Lilies of the Field
Hannah Lise
A Joyful Handmaiden
Simply Modest
Swim Modest
Cottage Primrose
Vessels of Mercy
4 Modesty
I'm sure there are many more companies doing this and maybe even some large companies. My goal is not to tell you where to shop but to encourage you to think before you choose. Don't buy into the modern society's low standards just because you haven't noticed. Make a stand for goodness, innocence and femininity!
Moms for Modesty Mission Statement
As a Mom for Modesty I believe in common-sense modesty for girls and young women.
I believe in refraining from sexualizing our girls and young women.
I believe that it is unwise and unfair to taunt boys and young men by permitting my daughter(s) to dress in an immodest manner.
I believe that true beauty comes from within and I strive to teach my daughter(s) this truth.
I will loyally shop at retailers that provide girls' and young womens clothing that is modest, affordable and stylish.
Sunydazy
• Nov. 9, 2006 - Untitled Comment
Posted by Anonymous
Thank you for your post. I do not have any daughters, but we recently attended a birthday party for a little girl we know. I was stunned at the way this girl (and her fellow classmates from a Christian preschool!) were dressed. Disgusting, to say the least. And these were four and five year olds. I can't even imagine how their mothers will let them dress as teenagers.
• Nov. 14, 2006 - cloths for girls
Posted by JNLANG
I sew most of the girl's shirts because the ones in the stores are not long enough to cover their bellies. I do let them buy some shirts, but they have to be approved by me first. and I don't let them buy anything with a companies advertising on the shirt. Shirts are not for advertising. I'm sure I will have more problems with this as the girls get older.
For those of you who have an interest in supporting some small companies that have dared to stay with traditional and lovely styles check out the following links:
Lilies of the Field
Hannah Lise
A Joyful Handmaiden
Simply Modest
Swim Modest
Cottage Primrose
Vessels of Mercy
4 Modesty
I'm sure there are many more companies doing this and maybe even some large companies. My goal is not to tell you where to shop but to encourage you to think before you choose. Don't buy into the modern society's low standards just because you haven't noticed. Make a stand for goodness, innocence and femininity!
Moms for Modesty Mission Statement
As a Mom for Modesty I believe in common-sense modesty for girls and young women.
I believe in refraining from sexualizing our girls and young women.
I believe that it is unwise and unfair to taunt boys and young men by permitting my daughter(s) to dress in an immodest manner.
I believe that true beauty comes from within and I strive to teach my daughter(s) this truth.
I will loyally shop at retailers that provide girls' and young womens clothing that is modest, affordable and stylish.
Sunydazy
• Nov. 9, 2006 - Untitled Comment
Posted by Anonymous
Thank you for your post. I do not have any daughters, but we recently attended a birthday party for a little girl we know. I was stunned at the way this girl (and her fellow classmates from a Christian preschool!) were dressed. Disgusting, to say the least. And these were four and five year olds. I can't even imagine how their mothers will let them dress as teenagers.
• Nov. 14, 2006 - cloths for girls
Posted by JNLANG
I sew most of the girl's shirts because the ones in the stores are not long enough to cover their bellies. I do let them buy some shirts, but they have to be approved by me first. and I don't let them buy anything with a companies advertising on the shirt. Shirts are not for advertising. I'm sure I will have more problems with this as the girls get older.
Labels: Misc
Tuesday, November 7, 2006
Vote, blogging, hugs and notes
Election Day
Today is the day to exercise your right to a voice in this country.
It's election day! Get thee to the polls!
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About Homeschool Blogging
It has recently come to my attention through an unnamed source that certain of my friends and relatives have not been commenting on my blog because they feel like 'outsiders'. I thought they just weren't interested. In fact I didn't even know any of them were reading my blog at all...
Well, I have a thing or two to say about that! There are no outsiders here! This blog is here to share with friends and family whether you homeschool or not. Homeschoolblogger is simply a great base for my blogging because I homeschool. It is in no way restrictive in readership! Please comment here! I love you people (you know who you are).
Besides all that, if you are in any way interested in homeschooling: a wannabe, a grandparent, or just interested in it...this would be a great place for you to blog, as well.
Please, please be nice to me and leave a note now and then. It would mean so much to me! Thank you!
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About relatives and friends who need hugs:
You know who are! Why don't you write or call when you need a prayer or someone to talk to? I'm so sorry I didn't know what you were going through sooner.....Here are some hugs and love sent your way! ((((hug))))
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About my new 'Bulletin Board'
I've added a chat box to this page. Scroll down a bit and look on the right hand side. I labeled it Ranch Bulletin Board. To leave me note all you have to do is type in your email address or web address and your name. Then you just type in a little message and click go. Your message will instantly appear in the box.
See, isn't that easy and fun?
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Ok, I think that sums up my thoughts for this morning. I've got to sign off and get myself to the polls while the babies are still in their happy morning mood! :-)
I'll be back to check in on some of my blogging friends later. Have a beautiful day!
Sunydazy
• Nov. 7, 2006 - I love your blog space!
Posted by icart61
I feel like I have been transported to an easier more peaceful time...thanks for the break! Now everyone get out there and VOTE! Take the kids, the coffee...and vote! make it a treat for your kids...give them the "I voted" stickers...start a collection...but go VOTE! If you have the time, I have some interesting facts posted on my blog about past Hollywood stars. Come for a visit...icart
Today is the day to exercise your right to a voice in this country.
It's election day! Get thee to the polls!
************************************************
About Homeschool Blogging
It has recently come to my attention through an unnamed source that certain of my friends and relatives have not been commenting on my blog because they feel like 'outsiders'. I thought they just weren't interested. In fact I didn't even know any of them were reading my blog at all...
Well, I have a thing or two to say about that! There are no outsiders here! This blog is here to share with friends and family whether you homeschool or not. Homeschoolblogger is simply a great base for my blogging because I homeschool. It is in no way restrictive in readership! Please comment here! I love you people (you know who you are).
Besides all that, if you are in any way interested in homeschooling: a wannabe, a grandparent, or just interested in it...this would be a great place for you to blog, as well.
Please, please be nice to me and leave a note now and then. It would mean so much to me! Thank you!
*************************************************
About relatives and friends who need hugs:
You know who are! Why don't you write or call when you need a prayer or someone to talk to? I'm so sorry I didn't know what you were going through sooner.....Here are some hugs and love sent your way! ((((hug))))
**************************************************
About my new 'Bulletin Board'
I've added a chat box to this page. Scroll down a bit and look on the right hand side. I labeled it Ranch Bulletin Board. To leave me note all you have to do is type in your email address or web address and your name. Then you just type in a little message and click go. Your message will instantly appear in the box.
See, isn't that easy and fun?
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Ok, I think that sums up my thoughts for this morning. I've got to sign off and get myself to the polls while the babies are still in their happy morning mood! :-)
I'll be back to check in on some of my blogging friends later. Have a beautiful day!
Sunydazy
• Nov. 7, 2006 - I love your blog space!
Posted by icart61
I feel like I have been transported to an easier more peaceful time...thanks for the break! Now everyone get out there and VOTE! Take the kids, the coffee...and vote! make it a treat for your kids...give them the "I voted" stickers...start a collection...but go VOTE! If you have the time, I have some interesting facts posted on my blog about past Hollywood stars. Come for a visit...icart
Labels: Misc
Saturday, October 28, 2006
New Auction Sites!
Press Release:
New Internet Auction Site Launched to Help the Homeschool Community
Homeschool Buy welcomes online shoppers and vendors seeking a new online auction site since eBay's ban on selling teacher's editions.
White Pine, TN – With the holiday shopping season right around the corner, fans of online auction sites are introduced to the new kid on the block - www.HomeschoolBuy. com. Homeschool Buy is poised to meet the needs of homeschoolers and others who were turned away when eBay decided to prohibit the sale of Teacher's Editions. Homeschool Buy is prepared to handle much, much more than just homeschool curriculum though; they are equipped to handle everything from clothing, to craft items, to cameras, and kitchen items! Anything home and family-oriented is welcome.
While other online auction sites have popped up since eBay's big mistake, Homeschool Buy is unique because it comes with a built-in market – the readers of The Old Schoolhouse® Magazine and the blogging communities at www.HomeschoolBlogg er.com and www.HomesteadBlogger.com. Some of those folks are the exact ones who encouraged Paul and Gena Suarez, publishers of The Old Schoolhouse, to pursue creating an online auction site that would welcome homeschoolers and their Teacher's Editions. Danny Carlton of JackLewis.net is the webmaster over the new community. He has been instrumental in working with attorneys and script experts to meet deadlines each step of the way. The design is also Carlton ’s creation.
Paul and Gena also hope that their decision to offer an option where the seller would have no basic listing fees will help to encourage people who have never listed at auction sites before to get involved. Unless a product sells, there are no backend auction fees. Customers who are familiar with eBay will find that the set-up is very similar, including being able to create and operate your own store, yet tailored especially to be family-friendly. HSB stores are priced much lower than eBay’s store options as well. Any vendor can set up “shop” with their own custom “place” on the web to do business complete with a very custom traffic base – and on the cheap. While the site is designed to appeal to homeschoolers by giving them the opportunity to buy and sell Teacher's Editions, the site is definitely open to others outside the homeschool community as well. Family commerce on the ‘Net.
The homeschool market is estimated to be a billion dollar a year marketplace and Homeschool Buy provides a venue for everyone from individual families to small companies to mainstream vendors to join the marketplace. Whether it's families cleaning off the bookshelves to make some extra Christmas money or a company striving to move products off of their shelves, Paul and Gena Suarez welcome them to give Homeschool Buy a try. Teacher's Editions are welcome!
Contact:
Paul & Gena Suarez
Owners
Homeschool Buy
www.HomeschoolBuy. com
publisher@tosmag. com
I am also including here links to some other great homeschool/auction sites.
Check these out:
www.thislittlepiggystayshome.com
http://www.homeschoolchristian.com/index.html
Sunydazy
New Internet Auction Site Launched to Help the Homeschool Community
Homeschool Buy welcomes online shoppers and vendors seeking a new online auction site since eBay's ban on selling teacher's editions.
White Pine, TN – With the holiday shopping season right around the corner, fans of online auction sites are introduced to the new kid on the block - www.HomeschoolBuy. com. Homeschool Buy is poised to meet the needs of homeschoolers and others who were turned away when eBay decided to prohibit the sale of Teacher's Editions. Homeschool Buy is prepared to handle much, much more than just homeschool curriculum though; they are equipped to handle everything from clothing, to craft items, to cameras, and kitchen items! Anything home and family-oriented is welcome.
While other online auction sites have popped up since eBay's big mistake, Homeschool Buy is unique because it comes with a built-in market – the readers of The Old Schoolhouse® Magazine and the blogging communities at www.HomeschoolBlogg er.com and www.HomesteadBlogger.com. Some of those folks are the exact ones who encouraged Paul and Gena Suarez, publishers of The Old Schoolhouse, to pursue creating an online auction site that would welcome homeschoolers and their Teacher's Editions. Danny Carlton of JackLewis.net is the webmaster over the new community. He has been instrumental in working with attorneys and script experts to meet deadlines each step of the way. The design is also Carlton ’s creation.
Paul and Gena also hope that their decision to offer an option where the seller would have no basic listing fees will help to encourage people who have never listed at auction sites before to get involved. Unless a product sells, there are no backend auction fees. Customers who are familiar with eBay will find that the set-up is very similar, including being able to create and operate your own store, yet tailored especially to be family-friendly. HSB stores are priced much lower than eBay’s store options as well. Any vendor can set up “shop” with their own custom “place” on the web to do business complete with a very custom traffic base – and on the cheap. While the site is designed to appeal to homeschoolers by giving them the opportunity to buy and sell Teacher's Editions, the site is definitely open to others outside the homeschool community as well. Family commerce on the ‘Net.
The homeschool market is estimated to be a billion dollar a year marketplace and Homeschool Buy provides a venue for everyone from individual families to small companies to mainstream vendors to join the marketplace. Whether it's families cleaning off the bookshelves to make some extra Christmas money or a company striving to move products off of their shelves, Paul and Gena Suarez welcome them to give Homeschool Buy a try. Teacher's Editions are welcome!
Contact:
Paul & Gena Suarez
Owners
Homeschool Buy
www.HomeschoolBuy. com
publisher@tosmag. com
I am also including here links to some other great homeschool/auction sites.
Check these out:
www.thislittlepiggystayshome.com
http://www.homeschoolchristian.com/index.html
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