Tristi Pinkston's comments

Oprah's "Why Men Cheat" Controversy - Blog Entry

24 Sep 2008 10:21 AM

Wow -- that statistic of men who cheat really surprised me. I didn't realize it was that high.

I have noticed a trend toward belittling men in our media -- esp. our sitcoms, men are always treated like idiots. If this is rubbing off into how men are treated at home, I can see it.

I also agree that it's totally a man's responsibility if he's going to cheat. But the things we as wives can do to make him happier at home will also improve our marriage in other ways, as well. It's a win-win. And if he still cheats, well, you know you married an idiot. :)

Clay's Gay - Blog Entry

24 Sep 2008 09:59 AM

I've always liked Clay, gay or not. I don't base whether I like someone's singing voice on their sexuality.

As far as if I'm surprised . . . nope. I loved how you put it -- an anti-news flash. :)

Sarah Palin: Supermom or In Way Over Her Head? - Blog Entry

19 Sep 2008 08:07 PM

Teen mothers come from all demographics, from parents who work to parents who are home all the time. A lot of it comes from the personality of the individual and we can't say, "Well, she never would have gotten pregnant if ..." I've known a great many teen moms who were raised in homes where both parents were very present, very committed, and very approachable.

Wives Judging Wives - Blog Entry

19 Sep 2008 08:04 PM

You make some great points here. I'm not so sure I could help run a country and be a mother, but then, I do a lot of juggling. I think we all do a lot of juggling and Palin is just juggling different things than the rest of us. I also really liked your statement about judging -- it's not a contest we're out to win. We're all just creating the best lives for ourselves as we can.

Purses, Parents, and Principals - Blog Entry

18 Sep 2008 07:09 PM

I think it would be hysterical if every single girl in class were to walk in one day and put huge boxes of pads and tampons right in the middles of their desks and keep them there all during class. I bet the message would get through pretty fast. :)

I can't believe this school is being so hard-headed about this. Come on -- it's embarrassing enough to *be* on your period without making it a show and tell.

Using Book-it for homeschooling - Blog Entry

17 Sep 2008 08:28 PM

Hey, I like that idea! Get the pizza and don't connect it to the learning! Sneaky, very sneaky, but I like . . .

I don't like the idea of "bribing" my children to learn, but I'm not opposed to recognizing their accomplishments, either. It does become a fine line to walk sometimes.

Father Blocks Circumcison - Blog Entry

16 Sep 2008 08:46 PM

We chose not to circumsize our sons, although if they decide they want the procedure later, we won't stand in their way. I do feel that if there's a medical reason for it, such as the infections, by all means, have it done. I hope this boy in question can get the relief he needs from the infections regardless of his father's stepping in.

"Too Young" Grandma Gets Shafted at Toy Store - Blog Entry

16 Sep 2008 08:44 PM

Yeah, it's too bad that the coupon wasn't read more carefully . . . but you say that someone is too young to be a grandmother. As the other commenters have stated, sometimes you become a parent much younger than the traditional norm. In the LDS community, it's extremely common for a woman to become a grandmother around the age of 40.

Would You Consume Spit to Lose Weight? - Blog Entry

14 Sep 2008 05:09 PM

Umm. . . no, but I think I'll do a little Googling and find out . . . I think I have a hunch and I'll go see if I'm right. :)

There's No Shame in Marriage Counseling - Blog Entry

13 Sep 2008 06:06 PM

Hey there Yambasticks,

This is a tough situation, that's for sure. I don't know anyone involved in the situation and so I can't offer opinions from an authoritative standpoint, but I can share what I know from church policy and what I believe. I do know that if he has been physically violent with her, she can get a restraining order. As far as the Church questions go, I'm going to address those over a series of blogs, rather than trying to give a shortened answer here. Please keep your eyes out and I will take your concerns one piece at a time. One thing I do encourage you to do is remind your cousin's daughter that her relationship with the Savior need not be affected by the behavior of her in-laws. Your relationship with the Savior is something no one can take from you unless you choose to let go of it yourself.