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The Old Double Standard

Wednesday, March 21st, 2012

Me & my big mouth….LOOK OUT!

I'm trying not to get involved with all the political name-calling.  It's really hard for me to keep my opinion to myself.  I'm not one to keep my conservative belief's quiet, I easily blab them for the world.  But seriously, I don't understand the outlandish thinking that intelligent people participate in when it comes to blasting women.

Why is it ok for liberal's to call women names?

I'm admittedly the strongest voice against such gross human behavior like Bill Maher and his "comedy" show.  His filthy "humor" is disgusting and harmful.  Women who laugh alongside him and his cohorts confound me.  How can saying crude and ignorant comments about a conservative leader (Sarah Palin) and her daughter (Bristol) be okay?  It's garbage.  And they aren't his only targets.  He loves to point out the ridiculousness of Christianity too.  He's a religion basher.

Oh and he never apologizes for his mouth vomit!  Because HE'S SO FUNNY! Oh of course, he's a comedian.  Please!  Wake up, world!  

So on the right, let's have Mr. Consevative talk show host Rush Limbaugh blurt out the "slut" word about a woman and KATIE BAR THE DOOR!!  He has since apologized and has tried to explain his thinking and yet that's not quite good enough.  I'm baffled.  Double standard?  Uhh, possibly.  But then again, I am one of those dumb hillybilly's that Maher keeps tweeting about from the south.

President Obama called Ms. Fluke and played recovery advocate for mean ole Rush (of course from the Democratic side of fence, ya know?).  

Hello?  Aren't we ALL Americans?

Hmmm, guess he's not interested in calling any conservative gals up who've been raked over the hate coals by Mr. Maher and others.   Strange how these things unfold, huh?

Bristol Palin blogged this week about waiting for a call from the President.  She also posted a video with a few snippets of the slanderous gack that gets tossed out at women who vote/believe conservatively.  It's a must watch–but beware, the language is dicey and the laughs are few (if you're a woman who finds this awful).

I'm not interested in calling people names.  Matter of fact, it's disgraceful.  But honestly, that seems to be the methodology of all who disagree with you.  Just call them a name.  That'll get em!

Signed,

One (I hope of many) Sick Of It, Lady!

 

Think I'm just being a whiney conservative?  Here's some more "comments" made by careless folks with a microphone!  Who else is sick of the double standard?

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He’s Amazing

Tuesday, March 20th, 2012

 

Just because I love him and he's not around this week to tell (yes, I can text him)… I thought I'd share a few reasons why he means so much to me.

My Hubby is amazing because…

  • He drops whatever he's doing to bring me food, forgotten items or money.  He works hard but never makes me feel left out.
  • He emails me funny things he finds or interesting facts that he knows I would enjoy.  He KNOWS me!
  • He understands how tired I am on Friday night and never minds eating something easy or ordering out.  Score!
  • He lets me rub my toes on his legs at night when I'm trying to fall asleep.  That could be annoying, but he never says so.
  • He defends me (even when I flub up) to our kids/family.
  • He tells me I'm pretty or that I look good as I race out the door in the mornings.  (Remember, I face YOUTH all day long)
  • He takes care of ALL my technical needs.  I don't know how anything REALLY works, but he does and he just handles it!
  • He will clean up any gross accident that happens in our life.  I can rely on him to step up to the gacky plate!  He is MINE!
  • He likes to surprise me with "favorite" items like Strawberry Limeades from Sonic when he's on his way home.
  • He understands my crazy behavior over sports like football and never criticizes me when I scream my head off at the game/tv.
  • He encourages me to write (even when it's pretty mediocre) and to follow my passion to big things.
  • ​He loves me…..and isn't afraid to look foolish trying to prove it!

 

I'm thankful for him and I think he knows it.  I try to show him how important he is to our family and to me but like every wife/mom…. I drop the ball every now and then and fall flat.  Having a husband that doesn't mind doing whatever is needed is all I know.  I'm blessed by his love & willingness to be the husband God has called him to be.  Just for me.

I miss you, Honey!  Work hard & stay focused!  Home is closer than you think.

 

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In A Bottle

Monday, March 19th, 2012

Have you ever wished you could bottle up a special memory?  I asked my hubby yesterday to share with me a happy memory.  Something that he thinks back on with fondness and joy.  I didn't mean to put him in a weird spot, I was simply wondering what are the things that have meant happiness to him.

His answer was similar to what most husband's would say…."I have many happy memories".  I understand.  I do too.  Pinning the most precious ones down involve our kids and times that we've spent together with them.  Honestly, there are tons of special moments.  It's hard to name them specifically.

But, I challenge you to think of what memories hold the most significance in your life.  Share them with your family. Write them down and give them to someone who will cherish knowing your love.  I'm working on my own…right now.

Do it, while the mind is still cooperating.  enlightened

 

Happy Monday, friends.  This week is going to be great!  Spring break begins on Friday and the weather here in Indiana is crazy beautiful!  We've had to turn on the A/C because we still have no leaves on our trees.  Let's hope next week is just as awesome.

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Birthday Girl

Saturday, March 17th, 2012

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It's St. Patty's Day, which means my sweet baby celebrates another birthday! My now 19 year old baby! She's out tonight partying it up, Irish-like…with her sister and some friends from work. They boogied on up to Indy to eat some "real" Luck O' the Irish cuisine. She called ahead just to make sure it wasn't a bar and that they could actually dine there since they are all under 21.

Oh to be a sweet young thing!

This morning, I jumped out of bed and hit the floor running. I had several last minute things to do in order to throw a HOME party honoring the birthday girl. The problem….I woke up very early but forced myself to fall back asleep and didn't wake up until 11:30am! I NEVER SLEEP THAT LATE, EVER!! So, it jolted me back to the real world when I checked the clock. Yikes!

Ally loves cinnamon rolls and I just so happened upon a delicious recipe of Mini Cinnamon Rolls yesterday. I quick-like whipped up a batch and took off for the store. I wanted to make a great lunch and surprise her with her most favorite caramel brownies (I made them last night and hid them in the downstairs fridge). So, the party was a hit with Pot pie & Caramel brownies all mixed up with awesome presents! 

I think she was quite happy!

Happy Birthday, Ally! I sure do love you!!

 

Easy Mini Cinnamon Rolls

1 pkg crescent rolls

4 T. brown sugar

1 T. flour

1 t. cinnamon

1 T. butter (melted)

Mix brown sugar, flour, cinnamon & butter. Roll out crescent rolls and press the edges together. Spread mixture onto crescent rolls, roll up & slice. Place on a cookie sheet, bake 350 degrees for 9-11 minutes.

Topping:

1/2 C. powdered sugar

1 T. heavy whipping cream

dash of salt

Mix together and spread over cool cinni mini's!

Then, look out! People are going to fight over eating the whole pan! Oh, you're welcome!

 

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I Dare Ya

Thursday, March 15th, 2012

I love how the Holy Spirit works in my life.  If ever there were a person that needed full-time direction….it would be me.  I have the sweet ability to bark out a challenge and then the Lord in His infinite wisdom PUTS ME TO THE TEST!  Oh yea He does!

Now don't get me wrong….I don't believe that He's playing around with me and treating my life like a puppet show.  I just think He KNOWS me and wants what's best for me and will use my own TALK to direct my WALK!

He's a master gardener, remember?

Yesterday, I posted this on Facebook and little did I know that later in the day…I would face the ultimate challenge.

Take your opportunity today: Build someone else up! Don't bother with false flattery! Really find something good to encourage someone.


It could change their life…

 

Everything was going along swimmingly until I had to run my youngest to the dentist and in walked what my heart would call an enemy.  A "friend" from the past who played a pivotal role in what has ultimately become my new life.  My NO LONGER IN THE MINISTRY life.  It stung my heart as soon as I saw her standing behind me!   [Dang you satan!  

I felt sick and nervous.  I wanted with every part of my body to be invisible.  Then my wicked heart went directly to thinking sarcastic thoughts (I hate my flesh sometimes).  I tried to be cold and for a minute there, I really was.  We had to sit in the waiting room for about 5-10 minutes and honestly, if there hadn't been another innocent lady sitting there….I felt brave enough to tell her how she had wounded me.  (Seriously, I was willing to go there!!  Crazy)

The door finally opened and they called her back, which brought me total relief or so I thought.  That's when the HOLY SPIRIT started His work on my dirty black heart.  I wrestled in my head my reasons for feeling so angry with her and everytime the Lord said, "Forgive her!".  I raked it over again in my heart and felt my skin heat up red with hurt, fear and embarrassment!  I wanted to tell her—YOU HURT ME!!  I trusted you!  Again, the Holy Spirit would have none of it.  I have to be clear here–I'm not saying my pain was dismissed by God, He never made me feel like that.  It was simply a call for me to show mercy and love ESPECIALLY WHEN I DIDN'T WANT TO!

Ultimate challenge.  To say the least.

I sat in the waiting room with an elderly lady for about 20 minutes while my heart received a gentle makeover.  She never knew the internal battle I was wrangling and when her chipper husband walked out—we had a brief conversation that set me back on a path of kindness.  {Thanks strangers}  I sat there alone and the door opened up–out came the one who caused my heart to stumble.

All I can say is that mercy flowed from my mouth and I physically felt my hard heart soften.  I suddenly felt deep sadness for her and I couldn't stop myself from treating her with kindness.  Words just popped out, nice ones.  I knew that she was hurting and it broke my heart.  I wish I could say I'm better than that.  But how can I throw out a challenge to love other's when I walk around in my own wicked snarky flesh?

I have to be real.  I struggle.  I fall short.  I stink at loving people.  I'm growing in Christ.  He's working in my life and He wants to see me be the best me.  So, don't let me off the hook.  If you see or hear me "preaching" about being Holy and not living it–call me out!  I need it and deserve it.

I dare ya!!

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Need A Lift

Wednesday, March 14th, 2012

I got a word. A good word. Yesterday, I was assigned to work with a teacher that I don't usually get to see during my regular schedule.  The school was being visited by some big-wigs and they needed me to cover a few spots while they did their thing.  As I walked up to greet her….she smiled a big smile and covered me with thoughtful words.

Teacher (excitedly):  I was so glad to find out it was YOU covering for me!  It took a great load off of me.  I know you can handle anything! You rock!

Me:  Thank you, that's the sweetest encouragement!  I needed that!

Talk about a pick-me-up!  Wow!  Sister may never know just what that little bit of kindness did for my spirit.  I floated high on her words the rest of the day.  She built me up whether she meant to or not.  I took her words of affirmation and let them wash over me.

She blessed me.

While I was getting ready this morning for school….I reflected back to that moment and realized WE ALL NEED ENCOURAGEMENT!  I'm talking about genuine kindness not false flattery.  Anybody with half a brain can tell when it's a true word of encouragement.  Don't make the mistake of missing opportunities to bless the people around you.

It can change their life…

So encourage each other and build each other up, just as you are already doing. 1 Thes. 5:11

I suppose we don't notice how important compliments or positive encouragement is until we actually receive it.  If you work in an environment that is negative or live in a family that constantly finds fault—then you understand how important it is to build someone up.

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