Thoughts on Thursday

So it's Thought's on Friday...but who's counting. Dollar short & a day late, isn't that how the saying goes?

Beauty and Loveliness

Mother Teresa's successor via Da Mihi Animas. She has some shoes to fill.

Just to make you smile...at Sassy & Sweet Notesa baby...go take a peek, I'll wait.

I didn't say what kind of baby!


Recipes

Lasagne of Emilia-Romagna at Arabian Knits. This looks so yummy!

Alfredo Chicken Pizza from Renee's Kitchen Comforts. I don't want to share this.

Ginger Grapefruit Bread at The Happy Belly Bakery. A new-to-me blog I found.


Arts and Crafts

Gorgeous Heart Pendant at But Is It Art?

Check out this Amish Dalia Square at On Pins and Needles.

Spring box directions at Out to Impress--it is for Easter, but could be modified the year through.


Parenting and Homeschooling

Talking to your child about disabilities

Is Gardasil worth it? via ProLifeBlogs.com.


Politics

A nice visual to demonstrate the size of the debt--The American Catholic

Why weren't all the memos released?? at Stop the ACLU

Is Quoting Scripture a Hate Crime by Jean at Catholic Fire


Religion

The Sacrament of Marriage at Quite the Normal Life

Do we need Sacraments? at Crossed the Tiber

Bishop Finn says, "We are at war..." I'm so glad he is our Bishop!

I'd be happy to include a link if you want me to & it is family friendly.

Have a great day!

Julie

Thoughts for Thursday

Beauty & Loveliness

How to Display Kids' Artwork... and Why We're Wired to Createfrom Holy Experience by Ann Voskamp

Susan Boyle just gets more lovely the more I learn about her. Via The Anchoress

Quilt Barns, Part 1 at Prim Rose Hill Studio


Recipes

Lamb Recipes h/t MacBeth's Opinion

Pumpkin & Chocolate Chip Cookies from Just Give Me Stamps

Lamb Shaped Cake from Catholic Cuisine


Arts & Crafts

Easter eggs at Waltzing Matilda and (4:53 am)
Make a sofa table for under $20 from Thrifty Decor Chick

Tea for Two by Capture the Moment

Make Your Own Loom at Happy Hearts At Home


Parenting & Homeschooling

Homeschoolers' greatest fear from Patricia Lewis at WorldNet Daily

Are We too Busy? by Falling on His Grace

For mothers who need a fresh start - Resurrection hope from Barbara at Mommy Life


Politics

Are You a Terrorist?

Stop Spending Our Future from Catholic Fire

Have you read the Teleprompter's Blog/TOTUS?


Religion

New Cross installed at Holy Family Shrine from RECONnecting to the Truth

To Bead or Not To Bead, That Is the Question from Scattering the Flowers

Esquire's Man of the Year from Mike's America

Thoughts for Thursday

Beauty & Loveliness

Miep Gies who sheltered Anne Frank and her family turned 100. neo-neocon has the story & links.

Recipes

Blueberry Buckle

Fried Tortellini

Art & Crafting

Gorgeous Necklace courtesy of Jewelry and Beading

Journal Pages with Inchies Ingrid Dijkers

The Shabby Nest--I can't pick just one post.

Homeschool & Parenting

Handwriting...Barbara at Mommy Life talks about it and I offered an opinion a while back.

Words being dropped from dictionaries? Faith & Country I'm not surprised, I had a public school girl tell me, "Bible Schmible. Who reads that?"

If I had it to do over I would have delayed vaccination. I am so grateful that my children didn't suffer because of my lack of knowledge. Catholic Fire offers some good links.

Ten New Species of Amphibian Discovered, Paul Ibrahim,Blog

52 Zoos in 52 Weeks!!!! I want to do this! H/t Jennifer's Favorite Links

Politics & Religion

Unborn Child Saved by 12-Year-Old's Popular Pro-Life Presentation LifeSiteNews

Obama orders 17,000 troops to Afghanistan - where are the peaceniks now?Once a week I recommend some links. Everyday Barbara at Mommy Life offers great links on parenting and current events that are helpful to parents. Visit her!

Seven States Have Launched Efforts for Personhood Rights for Pre-born - More Expected LifeSiteNews

It was okay to compare Bush to a chimp, but not the big O. Paul Ibrahim, Blog

Thoughts for Thursday

Send a Red Envelope to our president. Let him know we care about all innocent lives.

Recipes

Triple Decker Quesadilla courtesy of Kraft Food & Family--check them out!

Melanzane alla parmigiana Fr. John Zuhlsdorf

For Fun

Valentines Day quotes from Barbara at Stray Thoughts.

Valentines Day Fun at Praying for Grace.

Do you want to read the Star Wars saga? Check out the list of all the novels or the complete list of books (the Wookiepedia). Who knew?

Homeschooling

Things about Lincoln from Catholic Fire.

Surviving Winter at SmallWorld.

Bat Moms at These Things.

Make your own Waldorf Doll courtesy of Happy Hearts at Home
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UN would take away parental rights at True Confessions of a Prodigal Daughter.

Al Gore says kids should not listen to their parents. H/t John Lott.

Around the World and Next Door

We're all socialists now - Newsweek makes it official courtesy of Barbara at Mommy Life (who I pray keeps posting the way she has been!)

“The cult of Moloch lives on today” California Catholic Daily

Senator Barbara Boxer wants to hand power over U.S. sovereignty to the United Nations at Stop the ACLU.

Nurse was suspended for offering to pray, but reinstated. First story found at Catholic Fire, second LifeSiteNews.

Resolutions of Independence in 10 States? Check out td blog.

Thoughts for Thursday

Well it's Friday, but there are still links to share. Thursday just didn't seem to cooperate with blogging...


Recipes:

Lemon Drizzle Cake looks fabulous at Dragonfly.

Lovely Linds makes a lovely Carrot Cake!

Michelle at Scribbit always has wonderful recipes. The Cinnamon Dumplings with Apple Cider Syrup really caught my fancy.


Crafts:

I want to make and use beads like these at Art Bead Scene!


Lovely thoughts:

Have you met "MA"? She's a blogger that will make you smile. She has two lovely blogs--What's New at My House and On the Bright Side. She is a cup of sunshine everyday.

Offbeat Modest Dress has a series about dressing in a stylish manner while remaining modest. I love this series. Wish I had a little more to spend.

Lisa's Chaos--A visit to her site is a small vacation. Her photography is phenomenal!


Homeschool:

TangleDoodle Art, what a neat idea for Art Class--at Semicolon.


Of Interest:

Just how much money is $825 billion? from Soutenus.

Will the Post Office quit delivering on Tuesdays? via Paul Ibrahim on Blog.


Politics and Religion (the things we're not supposed to talk about if we want to be popular):

Russian Orthodox Patriarch Kirill is Enthroned. And his remarks on the joyous occasion.

Translating "Liberal Speak" from Barbara at Mommy Life.

Thoughts for Thursday

Several "Thoughts for Thursday." Something for everyone...

Recipes I want to try:

Chocolate Gravy at Boo Mama's--I haven't had this in years.

Potato Leek Soup courtesy of Father John Zuhlsdorf

Blackberry Wine Cake from Lisa at It's the Little Things

Next Christmas I want to try Mommy's Martini's Christmas Cake


Homeschool Thoughts:

Taking Photos of Snowflakes at Pondered In My Heart

Pacifying the Beast at Life Without School.

Not just for homeschoolers, but for all parents--How Can We Encourage Reading Aloud? Jen Robinson has a great post.

Poiema reminded me about String Art! Looks fun.

Jena at yarns of the heart answers some questions, really good questions, about homeschooling.


Politics and/or Religion Thoughts:


Obama's Little Blue Book--didn't Chairman Mao have something similar???? Seen first at Michelle Malkin, but for only$5.95 on Amazon. I. Kid. You. Not. Gift wrap available.

Global Taxes??? I don't even like national ones. Yikes!

From Barbara at Mommy Life--Criticism in the pews. "While I was prepared to keep an open mind about Obama, my definition of open-mindedness does not include letting my brains fall out as so many previously self-identified conservatives seem to have done...

Why not a big party on the lawn? asks the The Raving Theist (who, for the record, used to be The Raving Atheist).

What the FOCA?--learn what FOCA is really going to do for you. Courtesy of Jean at Catholic Fire.

“We consider right of conscience to be the biggest issue we face," said Dr. David Stevens, executive director of the Christian Medical Association. "If we lose this one, soon there will be no Christian health care personnel debating the other ethical issues like cloning or physician-assisted suicide.”Planned Parenthood: "pro-choice" for abortion, "no choice" for doctors from ProLife Blogs.com

"What have they got to be worried about?" asks The American Thinker.

What are you thinking about this day?

If you have something you would like me to add to my Thursday links, feel free to e-mail me at ourjoyfuldays at gmail dot com

Thoughts for Thursday

From silly to serious, five links to make you think or inspire your creativity or just for a good read. Click!

Why Blog? asks Elizabeth, In the Heart of My Home.

When Will I Ever Need This Math? at Homeschool Math Blog.

Cute hair bows at Joy's Hope.

AMC Movie Coupon at Happy Hearts at Home.

The Curt Jester on Change.

Thoughts for Thursday

Unplugging the Microwave--Pastor Al talks about prayer in an instant society.

Lisa at House of Many Blessings shares a reminder for homeschoolers.

Should we practice Comparing Our Crosses? Kate Wicker at Momopoly offers insight.

Who will stop you from getting to heaven? Orthodox Father John Brian.H/t to Kyrie, Eleison!


Just for beauty and fun...Have you been to Lisa's Chaos? Her photos are breathtaking. A mini-vacation with just a click. Particular favorites: My Winter Friends, Northern Cardinals, Lions and Tigers and Badgers, oh my! I get in trouble when I check out the archives.

Click, click click!!

Thoughts for Thursday

Do unto others...

Visit Barbara's (Stray Thoughts) thoughts and linking to Whose life is it, anyway?

And at Do You Weary Like I Do? consider the little "mom voice" that I know we all hear. Is it Self Pity?

What am I saying? asks Pastor Al.

"Do the task...so as not to hinder," a gentle nudge from Ann at Holy Experience.

View From the Pews reminds us how to live with Courage to face The World at My Doorstep.

Blessings,

Julie

Thoughts for Thursday

This was supposed to post Thursday (the date will say Jan. 1, 2009--But it is the 4th). However my health has been ummm...interesting at best. So belatedly...

Happy New Year!!

Going to try something that is pretty common out in blogland, but new for me--reviewing links on other blogs. Links to lift you up & encourage you, to make you think, to entertain, to make you laugh. Hope you might find something off your beaten path.

Giving Up by Adoro te Devote

Coffee Shop Game at Homeschool Math Blog

The Day Congress Killed Small Business by Mommy's Martini

What Jesus Is from Poiema Portfolio

Will Your Cell Phone Crash in an Emergency? from World Net Daily

Sharing Advent

Wonderful Advent posts and links:

The Anchoress

Momopoly

Praying for Grace

My Domestic Church

O Night Divine