Thanks Martin
Just finished reading the history of Martin Luther...all I can say is WOW!!!What a strong man, who feared God utterly, who valued the Word above the church, who slapped the Catholic church down when it was the only game around, who was often in danger and yet translated the Word into German, who reformed the very way church functioned, who married a woman, who supported him well.I'm amazed and heartened by all these saints who've gone in front of me.Makes my own sadness and pain seem so light in comparision."Whether, then, you eat or drink or whatever you do all to the GLORY of God."1 Corinthians 10:31

Vote For Me
Many of you know that I'm an avid contester...well, I'm wondering if you all would go vote for me...most votes wins a prize pack of toys...which would make Christmas very fun. You won't get spammed by anyone by voting for me.Click the link to go vote for me: http://www.classymommy.com/giveaway_new/contest3/vote.php?contest=holiday_in_a_box&name=Sara+Bolt

The Role of the Holy Spirit
I don't know about you, but I feel like the Holy Spirit is the least understood aspect of the Trinity. I've been doing some reading and here are some quotes that I came across that helped me out:"The testimony of the Spirit is more excellent than all reason. For as God alone is a fit witness of himself in his Word, so also the Word will not find acceptance in men's hearts before it is sealed by the inward testimony of the Spirit. The same Spirit therefore who has spoken through the mouths of the prophets must penetrate into our hearts to persuade us that they faithfully proclaimed what had been divinely commanded...because until he illumines their minds, they ever w

Contest of the Day
I've read 5 Minutes for Mom for a couple of years now. They have great content and great contests! Check out their Christmas giveaways here: http://www.5minutesformom.com/10606/christmas-giveaway-2009/

Science Stinks
My sweet 2nd grader is tackling the Science Fair this year with the question: "Does a plant grow better if you add sugar to the water?" All in all, a very benign project...my main concern has been how the plants will fare on the kitchen table with it being so cold outside. That's not my main concern anymore...let me explain.Both kids were sick all weekend with the flu and I did a lot of laundry. Midway through the weekend, I felt like all I could smell was barf. Then today hit and I could still smell it!! The smell would surprise me in odd places in my kitchen and living room. Needless to say I was completely grossed out and starting to wonder if I somehow smelle