QueenAngie Central Illinois, USA's comments

Stocking Stuffer Picks from the Dollar Store - Blog Entry

11 Nov 2007 02:26 PM

If every month, you buy 1 or 2 things, by Christmas you'll have your stockings full.

Also, great to look for after Christmas clearance items for 25 cents or less.

Disney's Contemporary Resort - Blog Entry

11 Nov 2007 02:16 PM

Good points, Lisa! I always enjoyed going through this hotel on the monorail at Disney too.

Somehow, though it does not seem as peaceful as the other choices. Perhaps because the monorail is stopping and starting there frequently.

Hotel Furnishings Go High-Tech - Blog Entry

05 Nov 2007 08:13 PM

We've stayed at the Westin in St. Louis. Love those beds!

Bring On the Pumpkins: How to Cook with Fresh Pumpkin - Blog Entry

05 Nov 2007 08:12 PM

You are amazing, Valerie! Those pies are a wonderful ministry to those men in need.

My grandmother used to make pumpkin pies using the fresh pumpkin. That's a lot of work!

Even Weight Watchers encourages pumpkin due to the high fiber content.

Bring on the pumpkin pie - always a favorite.

Watching T.V. While Breastfeeding - Blog Entry

05 Nov 2007 08:09 PM

The same 'expert MD' in this field of BF would probably also say that music or the radio would be a 'no no' while BF.

I have to agree w/ you Valerie, common sense goes a long way when parenting.

Easy Paint Clean up Tips - Blog Entry

05 Nov 2007 07:59 PM

Great tips!

Make certain that the paint is lead-free and able to be scrubbed when small children live in the home setting.

When you get done w/ all your walls, care to come to Illinois to paint?

My Son's Science Project Is Out of Control - Blog Entry

05 Nov 2007 07:57 PM

Ah, the joys of the science project. (I do not miss those days at all!)

You should be very proud of your DS, Valorie. He is a very gifted young man.

I will say that our private Christian school that the boys attended K - 8 were always ahead of public schools in the area.

Professional parents were always willing and able to give lectures & help w/ projects no matter what the science topic.

Every boy that I know loves the joy of coke and mentos.

Save Money on Dishwashing - Blog Entry

05 Nov 2007 07:52 PM

Dishwashers also have heaters for a hotter water temperature than washing by hand. That makes for more sanitary dishes, particularly during cold and flu season.

Having 9 children, my mother received a gift in the early 1960's from my grandmother. It was one of the 1st portable dishwashers made. Almost my entire life, I have had a dishwasher.

Don't worry, I still know how to do the dishes by hand.

The Turkey Post - Blog Entry

05 Nov 2007 07:49 PM

Those cooking bags making baking a turkey a breeze.

Generally I use my Nesko Roaster to cook the big bird in. Keeps everything nice and juicy. Using the cooking bags makes clean-up a breeze.

The great thing is that you have lots of turkey for leftovers. It is healthy, cheap, and everybody loves turkey!

Gobble Gobble!

8th Grader Attempts Suicide - Blog Entry

05 Nov 2007 07:45 PM

How very, very sad for this young man, his family, friends, and teachers.

He must be in severe emotional/mental distress to have gone through this trauma.

Having worked as an RN on the Plastic Surgery unit, the trauma to the head can be slowly healed with surgery. The underlying cause is not healed with surgery.

This young man needs our prayers!