Happy June to everyone! I hope you are enjoying your summer so far! Happy Belated Mother's & Father's Day to everyone - I hope yours was good.
On Mother's Day, we were together with four of our children at Grandma's new house, so it was nice.
On Father's Day, Cassie informed us that we were going to be grandparents! Wow! She is due in February. Her baby is going to have some aunts/uncles that are younger than him/her! :) I didn't like the name "grandma" so much, so I found a name I think that will suit me well - nonna. It's Italian for grandmother. Please keep her and her husband Tristan in your prayers. Nonna Linda. :)
Here we are at the FPEA convention!
Here are four of our children - Victoria, Cassandra, David and Edward on Mother's Day
Here is David at the FPEA convention selling his famous Marshmallow Guns!
This is the first convention where Victoria offered facepainting. She did a great job!
HSLDA Responds to Subway & Subway Offers Apology
In response to Subway's exclusion of homeschoolers for their "Every Sandwich Tells A Story Contest", HSLDA has written an open letter to Subway's President, Fred DeLuca. I used to work for an advertising agency that did work for the Subway restaurants on Long Island, NY and I am very disappointed in them. I hope they consider their actions and allow homeschoolers to participate.
This is an awesome rendtion of The Battle Hymn of the Republic.
Here is the introduction:
If you missed hearing the U.S. Army Band and Chorus welcome Pope Benedict XVI at the White House Rose Garden ceremony on April 15, get a load of these high school kids. One of the fathers recorded it, added some graphic enhancements to the recording, and posted it on the web. The song, of course, is the 'Battle Hymn Of The Republic.'
Note: When this link opens into your web browser, it takes about 30 seconds
or so before it starts to play, at least it did for me.
My favorite line is, "As He died to make men holy, let us die to make men free."
Don't tell me the United States is NOT a Christian nation!
Wow! As I was doing research on "The Battle Hymn" I came across this YouTube of Judy Garland singing it. I have always loved her voice and as a vocal major in college, I am especially interested in singing voices. She is absolutely amazing. Check out this video - but read the comments about it too. This was done before I was even born. Judy sang it without the producers' knowledge. Even back in 1963, they did not want the words "God" or "Christ" sung, but Judy did it anyway. Supposedly, she had a strong faith in God. I hope I get to meet her one day in heaven. Judy Garland singing The Battle Hymn of the Republic
The Shack is an awesome book. This is the only fictional book I have read for my own personal enjoyment in years! I normally don't read fiction, but when someone on our home church discussion group mentioned that "if you don't read fiction, this is the ONE book you gotta read," then I went and got it. And I am glad I did. As I pored through it, I laughed a lot and my husband Mark would be next to me, asking, "What's so funny"? Then I'd be crying and rereading certain parts so that they would sink in. William P. Young is an excellent writer! I loved The Shack so much that we just had to add it to the books we offer here at Brodsky Ministries! - See details
Millions of Christians around the world are becoming aware of an imminent reformation of global proportions within the Church. God is changing this revered institution and is making a new collective awareness of an age-old revelation, a corporate spiritual echo that reflects God's desire for the Church. - See details
Have you struggled to reconcile God’s vision of virtuous womanhood with worldly myths that marginalize and mock the role of the homemaker?
Do you wrestle with cultural messages that demean the homemaker’s calling and exalt instead the emotionally androgynous power-woman — the wife whose worth is measured only by the degree of her ambition, the shape of her body, or her money-making skills? Such is the image of the “desperate housewife” that the modern media, culture, and feminism are promoting with great energy.
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Best selling gardening book in America. Over 1 million copies sold to date. 1/5 the space, 1/10 the water
1/20 the effort, THE SAME YIELD!
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Based on a biblical foundation and years of research, statistics, and powerful testimonials - including the author's own dramatic story, this book has caused people from all walks of life to stop and reconsider their daily food consumption habits.
You will experience new hope for your health as you discover:
*The Biblical foundation of the diet and the power of God's living foods
*The role modern medicine plays in our society
*The Hallelujah Diet in detail, including the importance of eating living and organic foods
*Incorporating exercise, sunlight, fresh air and clean drinking water into our lives
*Stress and emotional balance, and the importance of getting adequate rest
*How to make choices, set goals, and chart the course for success - See details
One of a parent's greatest concerns is the education of their children. More moms and dads than ever are now considering homeschooling as an option. - See details
Protect Yourself & Your Loved Ones This Summer With These Great Products! Now on Sale!!
How it Works
This non-greasy formula provides broad-spectrum UVA/UVB protection and helps keep skin hydrated without using chemical sunscreen actives like octinoxate and oxybenzone. Instead, titanium dioxide, a naturally-occuring mineral creates a micro-fine barrier on your skin to reflect the sun's harmful rays. Our natural sunscreen is effective immediately upon application and safe for kids.
How to Use It
Apply liberally to exposed areas before going in the sun. Reapply after swimming, excessive perspiration or extended sun exposure.
Featured Ingredient
Titanium Dioxide — Occurring naturally as the mineral rutile, this substance is used chiefly as a white pigment and as an opacifier. It reflects light, so (when identified as such) can be considered a natural sun block.
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How it Works
This 100% natural, non-whitening formula provides broad-spectrum UVA/UVB protection and helps keep skin hydrated without using chemical sunscreen actives like octinoxate and oxybenzone. Instead, titanium dioxide, a naturally-occurring mineral creates a micro-fine barrier on your skin to reflect the sun's harmful rays. Our natural sunscreen is effective immediately upon application and safe for kids.
How to Use It
Apply generously and evenly before sun exposure. Reapply as needed or after swimming, perspiring or towel drying. Use carefully. This product may discolor clothing.
Featured Ingredient
Titanium Dioxide — Occurring naturally as the mineral rutile, this substance is used chiefly as a white pigment and as an opacifier. It reflects light, so (when identified as such) can be considered a natural sun block.
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How it Works
After a long day in the sun, your skin needs some extra attention. This intensely hydrating, quick-absorbing face and body lotion is packed with natural aloe vera and linden extract to soothe. Coconut oil, bee pollen and glycerin nourish your skin and help replenish its natural moisture. Your sun-kissed skin will feel revived, soft and healthy, naturally.
How to Use It
Apply to your face and body after sun exposure or whenever you want to revive your skin.
Featured Ingredient
Linden Extract — Linden trees grow in the temperate climates of Europe, Asia and North America. Commonly known as lime, the flower of the plant is the part that is most frequently used in medical preparations.
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Guard your lips from the drying effects of sun, wind and sea with titanium dioxide-enriched Weatherproofing Lip Balm. Available in .15 oz tube only.
Ingredients:
Beeswax, coconut oil, sunflower oil, tocopheryl acetate (vitamin E), lanolin, titanium dioxide, peppermint oil, comfrey root extract, rosemary extract.
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How it Works
Our 100% natural blend of bug-fighting oils repels even the most stubborn of pests. Rosemary, Lemongrass, and Citronella oils mix with 5 other oils that bugs hate, creating an all natural solution for keeping them away. Since there’s no DEET in this formula, it’s safe enough to apply with confidence to children and pets.
How to Use It
Apply liberally to exposed skin, particularly your ankles, legs, arms and hairline before venturing outdoors.
Featured Ingredient
Rosemary Oil — Rosemary is an aromatic shrub with scaly bark and leathery, needle-like leaves yielding a pungent pine-like aroma with a woody, camphor note.
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How it Works
Made with an all-natural blend of essential oils, this balm quickly soothes pesky bug bites. Camphor and menthol relieve pain and itching, while lemongrass, thyme, lavender and orange oils reduce discomfort.
How to Use It
Apply directly to your bite or sting, rubbing gently, and reapply as needed.
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Tea Tree Oil — The aboriginal people of Australia have long used Tea tree oil as an antiseptic. The oil is best known for its antiviral, antibacterial and antifungal properties.
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Sunburn, insects, poison ivy . . . when nature bites, shield and fight back with these natural remedies. Vitamin-enriched natural oils, soothing aloe and healing comfrey create effective lotions, salves and soaps to help you shield your skin from the elements, no matter what your weekend adventure.
Featured Ingredient
Comfrey — Comfrey contains allantoin, a cell proliferant, which stimulates new cell growth and increases cell production to support more rapid healing. Comfrey aids in soothing inflammation, burns, wounds, swelling and bites.
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How it Works
The nature lover in your life will adore this collection of natural skin care products. It's everything they need to fight bug bites, soothe itches, stay clean and soften rough skin, whether their outdoor adventure is in the back yard or on a mountain top.
Featured Ingredient
Tea Tree Oil — Melaleuca alternifolia. The aboriginal people of Australia have long used Tea tree oil as an antiseptic. The oil is best known for its antiviral, antibacterial and antifungal properties.
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How it Works
This mild, cleansing soap contains Jewelweed to help relieve itching and irritation. You'll also reap the antiseptic benefits of Pine Tar and Tea Tree oil, so you can enjoy the outdoors comfortably.
How to Use It
Wash the affected area with the soap, rinse, then wash again and leave the lather on your skin and let it dry for long-lasting relief. Treat the affected area 2 to 3 times daily.
Featured Ingredient
Pine Tar — Produced by distillation and applied externally, pine tar is used extensively in the treatment of skin afflictions because it is soothing and antiseptic.
Ingredients:
Vegetable soap base, vegetable glycerin, oat protein, kaolin (natural clay), tea tree oil, pine tar, garden balsam leaf (jewelweed).
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How it Works
The perfect all-in-one natural wash for any outdoor adventure. This natural, biodegradable formula gently cleanses your hair, face and body. It contains Sage and Rosemary oils to cleanse and Soy Protein to nourish, moisturize and condition your hair. Your skin gets special treatment, too, with Lime, Peppermint and Sugar Esters that soothe and soften your skin.
How to Use It
Apply to wet face, body and hair, lather, rinse well, and repeat as necessary.
Featured Ingredient
Rosemary - Rosemary is an aromatic shrub with scaly bark and leathery, needle-like leaves yielding a strong pine-like aroma with a woody, camphor note.
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Don't let biting bugs bug you anymore! This spray contains a blend of six essential herbal oils that have a long history of repellent activity, and is safe and effective against mosquitoes, fleas, biting flies, ticks, gnats, and other nuisance bugs. - See details
A Cool Summer Treat
This is a great item to take to a picnic or outdoor party!
Lay a dampened dish towel on a counter and place melon on top to prevent it from rolling. With a water-soluble marker, draw outline of basket onto melon, making sure the handle is at least 1 1/4 inches wide. Using a large sharp knife, carefully cut melon along marker line. Remove excess rind and set aside. With a melon baller, scoop out all the watermelon flesh and place in a large glass or ceramic bowl; set aside. With vegetable peeler, even out scalloped edges of watermelon. Cover watermelon basket with clear plastic wrap and set aside. With a melon baller, scoop out cataloupe and honeydew. Combine melon balls with clean berries and grapes. Add some fresh squeezed lemon from one whole large lemon. Toss & chill in refrigerator. Just before serving, transfer fruit salad to watermelon basket.
This is a lot of fun and can be made in a variety of ways.
