Friday, December 18, 2009
The sovereign in any system of thought and life
Every way of a man is right in his own eyes,
But the LORD weighs the hearts.
Prverbs 21:2
Thursday, December 17, 2009
The Year 2009
On March 5 we went to San Francisco for Prop 8 Hearings. I held signs. Lance debated Sodomites and Dinah debated a Communist. Regina took notes in the hearing.
On July 1, I got my permit to drive.
At the end of July we went WCWC. It had a great lineup of speakers.
I cleaned and laid Dura-Coat on our garage floor, then put together steel shelving.
In August we went to the Father & Son Retreat. It was great fun. We got to spend time with Bill Potter.
We did was push-ups with Doug Phillips.
I have lifted weights, but have never done it very long, so after looking on the internet and down-loading “Strong Lifts” work out log, I'm working out regularly. After watching Rambo First Blood part 2, I am inspired to see what lifting can do. Now I have a goal.
~Victor
Saturday Morning Online Mentoring with Geoffrey Botkin
Join Geoffrey Botkin online on Saturday mornings to discuss the practical issues of manhood! Hear Geoffrey share from Scripture and his own years of experience how to think and act like a Christian man amidst a culture which makes war on genuine manhood. These discussions will be extremely practical and interactive as men from across
Sessions will take place between 9 and 10 a.m., Central Time, from January 2 through February 27, 2010. The cost for these nine sessions is $49 per man (sons may listen in with their fathers), and participants in this charter online class will receive a discount off the next.
Some topics Geoffrey will address over this nine-week period:
- How to defend the faith: Love your wife
- What every man needs to know before he dies
- How family worship changes the world
- How to think like a man in an adolescent culture
- How to fight like a man in a defeated culture
- How you and your sons can be involved in local church leadership
- How to take command in your home
- Understanding the Quadrivocational mission
- Why long term planning is essential to a fruitful legacy
http://www.westernconservatory.com/smm
From Regina: Mentoring is world changing. Jesus spent three years discipling 12 men. He used these mortal men to build His church.
One of the greatest things Dad has done for us is love Mom and praise her in front of us.
If a man does not love his wife it is a picture of Christ not loving the church. That blasphemes Him before the world and especially the children in that man's home. A girl I know once said that she would rather be a mistress than a wife because she thought a mistress would be treated better. Her father is an ordained minister, but does not love or honor his wife.
All naturalistic views of law
intellectuals, political powers, scientists, and the like,
believe they can truly manifest reason and therefore law...
In the days of Rome's life as a republic, injustice was commonplace.
For Augustine,
True order cannot come from fallen man.
Monday, December 14, 2009
John & Abagail Adams
John Adams embodies the best and the worst ideas in the War for American Independence. ~Lance
Sunday, December 13, 2009
David's Birthday
Seppi Family
Walk to Construction Site
Seppi line-up is on the Ag building cement foundation.
EstherWhen Dinah snapped this one,
she instructed me,
"Mama, smile like you smile for Daddy."
Regina
Lance
Dinah
Victor
Melody
JodavidThe other is a book,
Jodavid pronounced it the best movie he's seen in twenty years.
Friday, December 11, 2009
Welcome to our World ~ Michael W. Smith
Bring Your peace into our violence
Bid our hungry souls be filled
Welcome to our world
Fragile fingers sent to heal us
Tender brow prepared for thorns
Tiny heart whose blood will save us
Unto us is born. Unto us is born.
Wednesday, December 9, 2009
Synthetic Folic Acid a Possible Health Hazard
that contain folic acid.
and
If you are pregnant,
DO NOT take prenatal vitamins!
Folic acid supplementation is dangerous – especially for pregnant women
Women who take supplemental folic acid increase their breast cancer risk by 20-30%, according to a study in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition. Researchers collected data on women's folic acid intake from multivitamins over a 10-year period – they found that the women who took multivitamins containing folic acid were more likely to be diagnosed with breast cancer than those that did not. 1,2
If folic acid can have these dangerous effects, why is it included in most
multivitamins, prenatal vitamins and fortified grain products?
Folic acid is the synthetic form of folate, a member of the family of B vitamins that is involved with DNA synthesis and DNA methylation, which essentially turns genes on and off. Because of these crucial functions, folate plays important roles in fetal development and nerve tissue health as well as cancer initiation and progression.
Unlike synthetic folic acid, folate obtained from food sources – especially green vegetables – protects against breast and prostate cancer.
Spinach, raw | 843 μg |
| Endive | 835 μg |
Romaine lettuce | 800 μg |
Asparagus, cooked | 750 μg |
Mustard greens, raw | 700 μg |
Collards, raw | 550 μg |
| Okra, cooked | 520 μg |
Bok choy, raw | 500 μg |
| Brocolli Rabe, raw | 375 μg |
Arugula, raw | 340 μg |
Artichokes, cooked | 330 μg |
Brussels sprouts, cooked | 300 μg |
Broccoli, cooked | 300 μg |
Cauliflower, raw | 225 μg |
| Red leaf lettuce | 225 μg |
| Celery, raw | 225 μg |
For the rest of the article and references see:
http://www.drfuhrman.com/library/folic_acid_dangers_and_prenatal_vitamins.aspx
Tuesday, December 8, 2009
Heroes and Idols by Andrea Schwartz
Parents are always looking for role models for their children. Whether it is a sports figure, musician, political leader, or other public figure, the temptation is to motivate by means pointing to an exemplary life. The problem is that often those lives are not exemplary and much of what is known about them is crafted fiction...The example of a woman in my church comes to mind. This young mother makes it a point to assist families who are sick or bedridden. She finds time to help them by babysitting, cleaning, or providing transportation. She ...donates her time and effort as she sees a need. She is also extremely fun to be around. Her desire and willingness to put her faith into action makes any association with her a benefit to all who know her. In the process of serving, she becomes an excellent role model for the young women of the church.
The Bible condemns the worshipping of idols (in whatever form them appear) and discourages seeking out heroes. Rather, the designation given to those who put their faith into action is simply -- the saints. I have described one such saint and know that the building of the Kingdom of God will come from just such persons.
http://the-homeschool-life.blogspot.com/2009/12/heroes-and-idols.html
Sunday, December 6, 2009
Daniel Garcia ~ Tabitha Wales Wedding Celebration
Greetings
Bridesmaids used the same fabric, but
chose their own pattern and optional headcoverings.
Each carried a small lantern.
These ladies later served lasagna dinners and cake to the guests.
Waiting for the Groom
Travis tells their story
Both fathers spoke graciously of the newly weds.
after the bride and groom read their vows
each had written for the other.
Rings had been exchanged at the betrothal ceremony earlier.
Warm Congratulations
Finally here
Daniel has prepared a place for her.
He is ready to leave his family and begin another.
Daniel knows he has a treasure.
He understands that she will miss her family and
promises to bring her back to gather with family and friends here.
John blesses his son and daughter-in-law.
Parents of the bride and groomServen / Loomis California Reception
Rebecca made her own dress with the help of four patterns and
Saturday, December 5, 2009
November
Reformation Day
Friday, December 4, 2009
Steven & Rebecca's Day Not Soon Forgotten
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Thursday, December 3, 2009
Peroxide
This was a fwd from a friend, Dr. John Toth written by Becky Ransey of Indiana (a doctor's wife), and I want to share it with you.
1. Take one capful and hold in your mouth for ten minutes daily, then spit it out. No more canker sores and your teeth will be whiter without expensive pastes. Use it instead of mouthwash.
2. Let your toothbrushes soak in a cup of peroxide to keep them free of germs.
3. Clean your counters and table tops with peroxide to kill germs and leave a fresh smell. Simply put a little on your dishrag when you wipe, or spray it on the counters. (Wouldn't it be nice if restaurants would do this?)
4. After rinsing your wooden cutting board, pour peroxide on it to kill salmonella and other bacteria.
5. I had fungus on my feet for years until I sprayed a 50/50 mixture of peroxide and water on them (especially the toes) every night and let dry.
6. Soak any infections or cuts in 3% peroxide for five to ten minutes several times a day.. My husband has seen gangrene that would not heal with any medicine but was healed by soaking in peroxide.
7. Fill a spray bottle with a 50/50 mixture of peroxide and water and keep it in every bathroom to disinfect without harming your septic system like bleach or most other disinfectants will.
8. Tilt your head back and spray into nostrils with your 50/50 mixture whenever you have a cold, plugged sinus. It will bubble and help to kill the bacteria. Hold for a few minutes, and then blow your nose into a tissue. (really good one!)
9. If you have a terrible toothache and cannot get to a dentist right away, put a capful of 3% peroxide into your mouth and hold it for ten minutes several times a day. The pain will lessen greatly.
10. And of course, if you like a natural look to your hair, spray the 50/50 solution on your wet hair after a shower and comb it through You will not have the peroxide-burnt blonde hair like the hair dye packages but more natural highlights if your hair is a light brown, reddish, or dirty blonde. It also lightens gradually, so it's not a drastic change. (hmmm!)
11. Put half a bottle of peroxide in your bath to help rid boils, fungus, or other skin infections.
12. Add a cup of peroxide instead of bleach to a load of whites in your laundry to whiten them. If there is blood on clothing, pour it directly on the soiled spot. Let it sit for a minute, then rub it and rinse with cold water. Repeat if necessary.
13. I use peroxide to clean my mirrors. There is no smearing, which is why I love it so much for this.
I could go on and on. It is in a dark bottle so it will not be degraded by UV. No home should be without it! With prices of most necessities rising, here's a way to save tons of money in a simple, healthy manner!




























