tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-48716458559301692902024-03-13T07:02:09.758-04:00Mom's Best NestMikkihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17296470659718164007noreply@blogger.comBlogger213125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4871645855930169290.post-3095191056360693442013-11-22T23:02:00.001-05:002013-11-22T23:02:52.749-05:00Coming Home for Christmas DVD Review and GIVEAWAY (ends 12/3)
Do you have a Christmas movie collection? I always look forward to bringing those much loved films out of the attic and watching them as a family. Tonight we watched a lovely new Christmas movie, called Coming Home for Christmas. I received my copy as a sample for review, but it can also be purchased from Wal-Mart. The scenery of the film was striking and frequently included gorgeous mountainMikkihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17296470659718164007noreply@blogger.com11tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4871645855930169290.post-46311116965799718022013-11-19T22:20:00.002-05:002013-11-30T17:20:40.461-05:00The Sparkle Box Review & GIVEAWAY (CLOSED)
Have you ever been concerned about the temptation to drift from the Christ-centered focus of Christmas? If so, you'll appreciate this book!
The Sparkle Box is a lovely picture book that tells the story of how one family uses a glittery box to encourage them to remember the reason for season. During the Christmas season, the family writes on slips of paper the things they do Mikkihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17296470659718164007noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4871645855930169290.post-60265980546426365592013-11-02T22:26:00.000-04:002013-11-02T22:26:04.857-04:00Classroom Friendly Pencil Sharpener Review: A MODERN MARVEL!I, like most teachers, can rattle off a quick list of frustrations that result from the classroom use of electric pencil sharpeners:
overheating after repeated use, causing one to wait indefinitely for it to start working again
tips breaking off in the blades, with little to no hope for removing them
over-sharpening brand new pencils because there's no indication that it's finished, turning 8 Mikkihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17296470659718164007noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4871645855930169290.post-49834381710470108732013-10-28T22:01:00.001-04:002013-11-14T20:48:08.016-05:00GIVEAWAY: Audrey Bunny (CLOSED)
Recently the folks at FlyBy Promotions sent me a free copy of Audrey Bunny to review. A perfect bedtime story, I read the book to my daughters, ages 9 and 4, and we all just loved it!
The story tells of Audrey Bunny, a humble stuffed bunny, who is eager to be loved but feels insecure about her faults. A young girl named Caroline takes the bunny as her own and takes her along for Mikkihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17296470659718164007noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4871645855930169290.post-39245850324932200342013-10-01T21:54:00.003-04:002013-10-03T15:23:52.697-04:00GIVEAWAY: Rufus and Ryan Go to Church Board Book (ends 10/11)
Recently the folks at FlyBy Promotions sent me a free copy of Rufus and Ryan Go to Church, to review. Here are my thoughts:
Published in 2013, this is a lovely board book written by Kathleen Long Bostrom. The story tells about Ryan and his stuffed animal, Rufus, as they attend Sunday morning worship. The author describes in order the events of the day, beginning with RyanMikkihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17296470659718164007noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4871645855930169290.post-5856857340550553852013-09-21T11:29:00.001-04:002013-09-21T11:30:23.346-04:00Children's Sermon: True Colors (for Autumn)
Title: True Colors
Source: Every Season Kid Pleasin' Children's Sermons
Scripture Reference: Colossians 3:2
Supplies Needed: colored leaves and green leaves
Lesson: (See link)Mikkihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17296470659718164007noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4871645855930169290.post-13474485805107010362013-09-16T19:30:00.004-04:002013-09-21T08:49:16.617-04:00vtech Innotab 3 Review and GIVEAWAY (CLOSED)
The Product
Recently, VTech provided me with an Innotab 3 Learning Tablet to try out and review. Here's VTech's Description of the product:
The
InnoTab® 3 combines educational games, creative activities and reading skills
in a child-friendly, multi-function, touch screen tablet to make learning fun.
Compact
and lightweight design with 4.3” color touch screen, new directional pad andMikkihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17296470659718164007noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4871645855930169290.post-7584204281178861232013-09-15T08:25:00.000-04:002013-09-15T08:25:00.281-04:00Children's Sermon: Keeping Life in Place
Title: Keeping Our Lives in Place
Source: Preaching.com
Scripture Reference: Proverbs 3:3
Supplies Needed: sewing notions (zippers, buttons, cords, etc)
Lesson: (See link)Mikkihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17296470659718164007noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4871645855930169290.post-85388996321799663112013-08-31T23:03:00.000-04:002013-08-31T23:03:02.025-04:00Children's Sermon: Work and Worship
This children's sermon is fitting for Labor Day weekend.
Title: Work and Worship
Source: Preaching.com
Scripture Reference: Colossians 3:17
Supplies Needed: work gloves (I'll be using those bright yellow kitchen gloves)
Lesson: (See link) Mikkihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17296470659718164007noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4871645855930169290.post-74385875901922165092013-08-28T22:22:00.000-04:002013-09-21T08:53:00.190-04:00GIVEAWAY: Alone Yet not Alone (CLOSED)
Recently I was offered the opportunity to read and review the book, Alone Yet Not Alone, and I must say it was a pleasure! Written by Tracy Leininger Craver, the book tells the inspirational true story of the author's ancestors, who experienced much loss through murder, kidnapping and separation during the French and Indian War. Through it all, the main characters exhibited a dependence onMikkihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17296470659718164007noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4871645855930169290.post-67466750144172842122013-07-29T10:07:00.002-04:002013-07-29T13:59:02.619-04:00FREE Books & Bibles with Tyndale Rewards
As FlyBy Promotions Blogger, I was recently invited to share the Tyndale Rewards points program with you. I was able to register and earn 85 points in about an hour (might have been 15 minutes, but I was also getting my son ready to send to camp). That's enough for a FREE book! Read more about it below, and see if it's something you'd like to join, too.
Tyndale Rewards
"The
Mikkihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17296470659718164007noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4871645855930169290.post-27578507405288157362013-07-28T21:57:00.003-04:002013-09-22T08:21:16.877-04:00Protect Your Computer and Your Children From Each Other
Imagine my surprise to find that my 4 year old was bypassing the games bookmarks on the toolbar I'd set up just for her and going straight to Google to find her own instead! Who knew the girl could spell??? I knew she could read her name and our names, but G-A-M-E-S???
Shortly after this incident, malware was detected no our computer. Even though I can't tell who's responsible for Mikkihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17296470659718164007noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4871645855930169290.post-75366878218984261352013-07-28T08:43:00.001-04:002013-08-24T21:18:48.158-04:00Children's Sermon: The Hokey Pokey & The Body of Christ
This children's sermon, based on 1 Corinthians 12:27, relates the passage to the children's song, "The Hokey Pokey." The website also has a coloring page to print for the children.
Title: "The Body of Christ"
Source: Sermons for Kids
Scripture Reference: 1Corinthians 12:27
Supplies Needed: None
Lesson: (see link)Mikkihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17296470659718164007noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4871645855930169290.post-19494279632526815342013-07-21T08:30:00.002-04:002013-07-21T08:33:30.962-04:00Children's Sermon: Let Your Light Shine
In searching for a children's sermon about John 15:5, I came across this wonderful one based on the song, "This Little Light of Mine!" The website even has related resources you can print and use!
Title: "The True Vine"
Source: Sermons for Kids
Scripture Reference: John 15:5
Supplies Needed: lamp, electricity
Lesson: (see link)Mikkihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17296470659718164007noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4871645855930169290.post-88541969093905860592013-07-15T20:02:00.000-04:002013-07-15T20:02:36.551-04:00PineCone Research Accepting Memberships!
I'm excited to share with you that, for a limited time, PineCone research is accepting referrals for membership! I've tried many other survey sites, some good, others awful (see Survey Police for more info), and this is my favorite one! If you'd like a referral, please use my "Contact Me" form (see above), and I'll send you the link a.s.a.p.
Mikkihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17296470659718164007noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4871645855930169290.post-66093301651291309402013-07-03T11:21:00.004-04:002013-07-03T16:58:04.308-04:00Online Plus Size Clothing
As we've never met, you should know that I'm a 5'2", 195 pound fashionably-challenged woman. Between my lack of style, extra curves, and the limitations of my wallet, it's no wonder that I usually don't enjoy shopping for clothes.
But when I do find myself in the market and mood to shop, I often turn to the internet. Most product descriptions include reviews from real women (that's a bit Mikkihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17296470659718164007noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4871645855930169290.post-3594150297004892932013-06-08T13:19:00.001-04:002013-06-08T14:28:34.167-04:00FREE, Fun, & Educational Websites for PRESCHOOLERS
These free, fun, and educational websites are packed with online games and activities for preschoolers and kindergarteners. If you have older children, see my list of fun, educational websites for kids. You can add to this list any you've found, too, pending approval. Enjoy!
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Mikkihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17296470659718164007noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4871645855930169290.post-53222546100352301582013-06-05T08:16:00.001-04:002013-06-06T21:30:27.091-04:00Fun Educational Websites for Children
These fun websites provide free games and activities related to math, reading, arts, social studies, science and other subjects. Intended for preschoolers and elementary-aged children, they're sure to improve your children's skills during their free time. Add your own favorites by clicking on "Click here to enter" at the bottom of the list. Then just follow the Linky Tools directions. In step 4,Mikkihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17296470659718164007noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4871645855930169290.post-68406480582639430602013-06-02T07:12:00.003-04:002013-06-02T07:13:32.550-04:00Children's Sermon: God's Vacation
With the end of school for summer vacation, I selected this nice little children's sermon from www.preaching.com (I added the scripture reference and supplies needed).
Title: "God's Vacation"
Source: www.preaching.com
Scripture Reference: Psalm 121:3-4
Supplies Needed: None, but you could use a suitcase, tickets, a swim float, etc.
Lesson: (see link)Mikkihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17296470659718164007noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4871645855930169290.post-18697829990448421872013-05-04T22:07:00.001-04:002013-05-20T05:43:50.395-04:00My 4 Year-Old's Birth Announcement & a GIVEAWAY (CLOSED)
I'm sort of embarrassed to admit this to you. I didn't "announce" my third child's birth.
She was born near Thanksgiving, and I came up with the idea to simply "mention" her in our family photo Christmas card. I didn't think my shortcut would be noticed, and maybe it wouldn't have been if I hadn't sent out handmade announcements for both her brother and sister.
However,Mikkihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17296470659718164007noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4871645855930169290.post-68707062864357717452013-04-12T20:28:00.000-04:002013-04-27T08:18:44.354-04:00GIVEAWAY: Sibu Beauty Facial Cleanser (CLOSED)
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often elusive Omega 7 is found abundantly in the sea buckthorn berry, Mikkihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17296470659718164007noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4871645855930169290.post-66238305676539776582013-04-01T11:58:00.000-04:002013-04-01T11:58:46.131-04:00Weight Loss Update - Their way, Her way, MY way
Well, I've finally begun losing weight again, but I have to confess I'm not doing it Nicole's way. By the way, Nicole is on a different journey now - SHE'S PREGNANT!
Overweight my whole life (the smallest adult size I've ever been was a short-lived size 12), I've tried many weight-loss methods over the past four decades. Many of them have taught me things I'd never have realized without them.Mikkihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17296470659718164007noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4871645855930169290.post-91813203481217910762013-03-31T07:14:00.001-04:002013-08-31T22:39:19.610-04:00Children's Sermon: "Magic" Paper Cross
From Almost Homeschoolers
This Easter Sunday, I shall use this great object lesson, told while folding and cutting a paper cross!
Title: "Magic" Fold and Cut Cross
Source: Almost Unschoolers
Scripture Reference: John 14:6
Supplies Needed: Sheet of paper with verse printed as a column in the center, scissors
Lesson: (see Mikkihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17296470659718164007noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4871645855930169290.post-9334294739519216792013-03-09T21:08:00.001-05:002013-08-31T22:39:45.124-04:00Children's Sermon: Toothpaste and Our Words
Years ago, my friend Andrea had a saying about unkind words: "Words are like toothpaste...Once they come out you can't put them back!" I came across a children's sermon about that very same idea!
Title: The Power of Words
Source: Object Lessons for a Year by David Claassen
Scripture Reference: Col.3:17
Supplies Needed: A tubeMikkihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17296470659718164007noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4871645855930169290.post-59260279188762463002013-02-17T08:39:00.001-05:002013-08-31T22:40:18.685-04:00Children's Sermon: Stitched by God's Design
When preparing for a children's sermon, I've come to expect that the Holy Spirit will lead me to use an object or topic that's prominent in my life at the time. I've recently begun crocheting (I'm SUCH a beginner!), and I felt led to tie that into my children's sermon this week.
Title: God Designed You
Source: This was inspired by posts at Pro Life Unity
Scripture Reference: Mikkihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17296470659718164007noreply@blogger.com3