Because of Him
As many of you did, today, I attended church. Sometimes, people who don't regularly attend every Sunday, come out on Easter. It is always good to see old friends. I've been "subbing" for the pianist. only right now we don't have a regular pianist or organist. It's difficult for me as it has been many years since I had practiced my skill and I don't have a piano, right now. I get a little nervous (stressed).
However, what a privilege it is to play the Easter anthems or maybe there just plain hymns, but to me they are anthems! I really look forward to celebrating Christ's triumph over sin and over the grave, and from what I've heard on the news, I'm not alone. People in the Ukraine greet each other, "He is Risen!" and I hope for them a peaceful resolution to their current challenges.
Because, Easter is all about Hope, isn't it? Jesus Christ, we believe, gave Himself, a Sacrifice, that we might be triumphant over sin and over the grave. Hosanna! they shouted when rode through Jerusalem. Hosanna! May we hold onto our faith with even greater vigor than in the past! We are not alone and there still are thousands, and tens of thousands that Believe, all across the world. Let that be our strength in the unity of the faith.
Sunday, April 20, 2014
Wednesday, April 16, 2014
FGS 2014 Conference Home
FGS 2014 Conference Home
What a wonderful way to beat the summer doldrums! Wish I could go; I've been to one FGS National Conference and is was full of wonderful surprises.
What a wonderful way to beat the summer doldrums! Wish I could go; I've been to one FGS National Conference and is was full of wonderful surprises.
Monday, April 14, 2014
In the wake of Kathleen Sebelius’s ouster from her job as secretary of Health and Human Services, there has emerged a debate about what the Los Angeles Times calls “Obamacare and the Sebelius legacy.”From a moral perspective, th...
Tuesday, March 04, 2014
What is Russia doing to Ukraine?
What is Russia doing to Ukraine?
If you want to know more about the Budapest Memorandum, click the link. Russia (Putin) is not abiding by the agreement. Very subtly, for a number of years, they have been trying to undermine the agreement. Now, it isn't so subtle anymore.
If you want to know more about the Budapest Memorandum, click the link. Russia (Putin) is not abiding by the agreement. Very subtly, for a number of years, they have been trying to undermine the agreement. Now, it isn't so subtle anymore.
Thursday, January 30, 2014
Wednesday, January 29, 2014
Family Before Phone – Behaviorally-Sound New Years Resolutions | Mormon Life Hacker
Family Before Phone – Behaviorally-Sound New Years Resolutions | Mormon Life Hacker
This article is worth reading. Don't you think so?
This article is worth reading. Don't you think so?
Saturday, January 25, 2014
How net neutrality fight may change your internet - CNN.com
How net neutrality fight may change your internet - CNN.com
The proposed change means that POSSIBLY, big companies will have the money to pay for big access. Web based ".org" concerns may not be able to pay the bill, nor would state and county generated sites be able to compete. This means that some of us who are enjoying the wide range of access currently available on the Internet, might not have the luxury of accessing our favorite, albeit, modest, non-profit sites.
Am I getting the gist here? I am a genealogist. The sites I love to access are not limited to Ancestry.com or other large corporations. I frequently make use of the dot org sites or dot com sites that literally were start-ups at one time, plus other sites like FamilySearch, USGenWeb, Findagrave.com, Cyndislist.com, and so forth. I depend on access to archival web sites often sponsored by genealogy and history societies and even by individuals.
The proposed change means that POSSIBLY, big companies will have the money to pay for big access. Web based ".org" concerns may not be able to pay the bill, nor would state and county generated sites be able to compete. This means that some of us who are enjoying the wide range of access currently available on the Internet, might not have the luxury of accessing our favorite, albeit, modest, non-profit sites.
Am I getting the gist here? I am a genealogist. The sites I love to access are not limited to Ancestry.com or other large corporations. I frequently make use of the dot org sites or dot com sites that literally were start-ups at one time, plus other sites like FamilySearch, USGenWeb, Findagrave.com, Cyndislist.com, and so forth. I depend on access to archival web sites often sponsored by genealogy and history societies and even by individuals.
Friday, January 03, 2014
Okay, I want to be distracted, sometimes. Jigzone.com is one of my favorite distractions; at the same time, it is an awesome way to keep my brain active. I don't usually use the timer function, or rather, pay attention to it. But if you want to compete against yourself or others, go for it. My aim is all about recreation.
Thursday, November 21, 2013
Is the Internet Eating Up My Time, Energy, and Soul?
Here's a link to an article that I half read this morning:
https://www.evernote.com/shard/s42/sh/b9ccb799-9bc0-4486-b84b-3968c88bc9f9/06709efc60595c6a3a066413b238c6fb
Some very thought provoking statements are made in this article. In short, I encourage you to read and highlight those that make an impact on you.
Is it the nature of social networking to distract us from reality? Is social networking bad in and of itself? How should we use social networking to complement our lives? What other Internet activities might be more worthwhile?
I often have to limit my time on the Internet as I do "have a life". So, what time I do spend on social networking should be limited, also, right? Making a plan for my day and assessing my priorties should come first and I can consciously make a decision of how much time to spend "sharing", reading posts on Facebook, tweeting, etc.
Family History is one of the things I enjoy doing on the Internet, but is it a replacement for me actually getting things done in my life that are just as important?
Visiting with a neighbor, calling an old friend, cleaning my house, taking time for prayer---these are worthwhile and consume time and effort. I think sometimes that the more I watch television, the more I read a book on Kindle, the more time I spend on the Internet, the less time I'm actually moving around, the less time I'm becoming who I want to be and the less time I'm serving the Lord.
https://www.evernote.com/shard/s42/sh/b9ccb799-9bc0-4486-b84b-3968c88bc9f9/06709efc60595c6a3a066413b238c6fb
Some very thought provoking statements are made in this article. In short, I encourage you to read and highlight those that make an impact on you.
Is it the nature of social networking to distract us from reality? Is social networking bad in and of itself? How should we use social networking to complement our lives? What other Internet activities might be more worthwhile?
I often have to limit my time on the Internet as I do "have a life". So, what time I do spend on social networking should be limited, also, right? Making a plan for my day and assessing my priorties should come first and I can consciously make a decision of how much time to spend "sharing", reading posts on Facebook, tweeting, etc.
Family History is one of the things I enjoy doing on the Internet, but is it a replacement for me actually getting things done in my life that are just as important?
Visiting with a neighbor, calling an old friend, cleaning my house, taking time for prayer---these are worthwhile and consume time and effort. I think sometimes that the more I watch television, the more I read a book on Kindle, the more time I spend on the Internet, the less time I'm actually moving around, the less time I'm becoming who I want to be and the less time I'm serving the Lord.
Tuesday, November 12, 2013
Re-Seasoning Old Iron Skillet
This one has an "engraved" name on it. All I can read is Gidney.
Pans of the "cast-iron persuasion" can be hand-me-downs, right? Here are some pics I took of the ones that have been in my family for generations. Not sure if they are are from my paternal line (Grandma Hall made cornbread in a similar pan), or from my maternal line, (I'm not sure if I can remember mother cooking in these or not).
I have looked up articles having to do with cleaning and re-seasoning an old cast iron skillet that has been in my family for generations. If you have a similar challenge, you might want to explore the links below.
- CHOWHOUND: Use cheap oven cleaner!
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| This is a small pan. Perfect for an egg or two! |
- What's Cooking America: This article is very comprehensive! Thorough, etc.; No oven cleaner used.
- I Believe I Can Fry: This article recommends using oven-cleaner?!
RNA's Secret Life Outside the Cell - Wired Science
RNA's Secret Life Outside the Cell - Wired Science
I love living in an age of scientific discovery. I'm not sure I understand it all, but I do try to read and understand as best I can, what lies beneath or outside or inside of me!
I love living in an age of scientific discovery. I'm not sure I understand it all, but I do try to read and understand as best I can, what lies beneath or outside or inside of me!
Saturday, November 09, 2013
Buns In My Oven » Sweet Potato Cookies with Browned Butter Glaze
Buns In My Oven » Sweet Potato Cookies with Browned Butter Glaze
I'm featuring this web site and the recipe because I enjoy the commentary that goes along with the blog, as well as the yumminess of the recipes.
Sweet potatoes remind me of fall, harvest, pumpkins, squash, orange and yellow veggies and warm, mellow times. As for scary movies, I try not to watch them!
Today, I went to a genealogical seminar in Pensacola, Florida. It was held at the auditorium of Washington High School and the speaker was Megan Smolenyak. For the better part of the day, I got my head stuffled with super wise information, inspiration, and my stomach wasn't neglected, either. The West Florida Genealogical Society welcomed us with an array of refreshments that stayed out on the table during the breaks as well as for a "continental" breakfast. I seriously love Megan (a derivative of my own moniker, "Margaret"); she is my heroine.
For lunch, us girls who traveled together forty-something miles to attend the seminar, visited Panera's at Cordova Mall. I had the Autumn Squash soup and it is to die for! I loved it! Just put me in the mood for Thanksgiving and all healthful delicious stuff!
I'm featuring this web site and the recipe because I enjoy the commentary that goes along with the blog, as well as the yumminess of the recipes.
Sweet potatoes remind me of fall, harvest, pumpkins, squash, orange and yellow veggies and warm, mellow times. As for scary movies, I try not to watch them!
Today, I went to a genealogical seminar in Pensacola, Florida. It was held at the auditorium of Washington High School and the speaker was Megan Smolenyak. For the better part of the day, I got my head stuffled with super wise information, inspiration, and my stomach wasn't neglected, either. The West Florida Genealogical Society welcomed us with an array of refreshments that stayed out on the table during the breaks as well as for a "continental" breakfast. I seriously love Megan (a derivative of my own moniker, "Margaret"); she is my heroine.
For lunch, us girls who traveled together forty-something miles to attend the seminar, visited Panera's at Cordova Mall. I had the Autumn Squash soup and it is to die for! I loved it! Just put me in the mood for Thanksgiving and all healthful delicious stuff!
Tuesday, October 29, 2013
A plan for 2014 - Tea Party Nation
A plan for 2014 - Tea Party Nation
I don't think a lot of Republicans are aware that there is a fierce battle about to take place in the 2014 Vote between moderate and "tea-party" Republicans. I am very fond of some of my friends who belong to the Tea Party. It truly is a grass roots organization. Are there rogue elements? Perhaps, but for the most part, I think it has been (the tea party) has been a balancing influence in the Republican party. What is a moderate wing correlation? Where do the grass roots go, if not to the Tea-Party?
If only Glenn Beck could galvanize his following! Some of us have not given up on the Republican Party, but some of us are tired of the friction and fracturing. Why can't the Republican Party represent both conservatives and moderates. Some issues could be compromised on; some cannot. Republicans, even moderate or liberal Republicans, should embrace grass roots as a valid part of the party. Those of us who are sick of the non-accountability of Democratic politicians in economic matters, need a voice. Those of us who fear accomodation in the cultural fabric of society as governed by the feds, need a voice.
I don't think a lot of Republicans are aware that there is a fierce battle about to take place in the 2014 Vote between moderate and "tea-party" Republicans. I am very fond of some of my friends who belong to the Tea Party. It truly is a grass roots organization. Are there rogue elements? Perhaps, but for the most part, I think it has been (the tea party) has been a balancing influence in the Republican party. What is a moderate wing correlation? Where do the grass roots go, if not to the Tea-Party?
If only Glenn Beck could galvanize his following! Some of us have not given up on the Republican Party, but some of us are tired of the friction and fracturing. Why can't the Republican Party represent both conservatives and moderates. Some issues could be compromised on; some cannot. Republicans, even moderate or liberal Republicans, should embrace grass roots as a valid part of the party. Those of us who are sick of the non-accountability of Democratic politicians in economic matters, need a voice. Those of us who fear accomodation in the cultural fabric of society as governed by the feds, need a voice.
Who voted for Health Care Reform, yea or nay?
Who voted for Health Care Reform (Obamacare) is laid out plainly, here. Is that going to be a watermark for who we vote for in 2014? It could be one of them.
About the Midterm Congressional Elections
About the Midterm Congressional Elections
It's not too soon to start the education process for the 2014 elections that will change (or not) the face of our representation in Congress.
It's not too soon to start the education process for the 2014 elections that will change (or not) the face of our representation in Congress.
Senate’s pivotal 2014 races take shape - Elections - The Sacramento Bee
Senate’s pivotal 2014 races take shape - Elections - The Sacramento Bee
We, the people, need to be watching the 2014 line-ups in every state, but especially the one we live in and where we can make a difference.
We, the people, need to be watching the 2014 line-ups in every state, but especially the one we live in and where we can make a difference.
United States Senate elections, 2014 - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
United States Senate elections, 2014 - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Educate yourselves.
November 4, 2014 is the Day you can Speak Your Conscience.
Educate yourselves.
November 4, 2014 is the Day you can Speak Your Conscience.
Monday, September 16, 2013
Is Kerry Setting Up Israel as the Fall Guy in the Syria WMD Deal | FrontPage Magazine
Is Kerry Setting Up Israel as the Fall Guy in the Syria WMD Deal | FrontPage Magazine
I've read now, a couple of thoughtful reviews of last week's events and the way they played out.
I've read now, a couple of thoughtful reviews of last week's events and the way they played out.
Wednesday, August 07, 2013
Legal Dictionary | Law.com
Legal Dictionary | Law.com
I looked up "chancery" and also got a definition for "equity". This web site or one like it will help you when you are doing research and come across a legal term you don't understand. Examples of stuff that my dad found when he did research on the Givens family at the courthouse.
Now, I just have to read those records (or search in my dad's stuff), to get the details! A trip to the courthouse may be the faster of the two options.
I looked up "chancery" and also got a definition for "equity". This web site or one like it will help you when you are doing research and come across a legal term you don't understand. Examples of stuff that my dad found when he did research on the Givens family at the courthouse.
Now, I just have to read those records (or search in my dad's stuff), to get the details! A trip to the courthouse may be the faster of the two options.
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