Hey ladies! Check out this two-part blog entry on Food and Feminism from the Council on Biblical Manhood and Womanhood:
Food and Feminism, Part I
Food and Feminism, Part II
What are your thoughts?
Friday, July 23, 2010
Tuesday, June 22, 2010
General happenings & baby showers
You don't have to be at Crew long before you realize the value that we place on community. Pretty much that means getting together and sharing life. One of those life events that quite a few women are experiencing currently is motherhood...and first time motherhood at that. Now I know that not everyone has been through this or can even conceive of it; but it is definitely life changing and support is much appreciated. Baby showers are a great way to make an up and coming mom feel special and enjoy some good community time. The two latest baby showers were for Patricia and Jamie. Enjoy some photos from each! Oh, and if you see these two ladies in church give them a hug and some encouragement. Motherhood can be a challenge as well as a blessing.
Patricia's Shower: 6-3-2010
Jamie's Shower: 6-22-10
Jamie is pictured on the left (her sis on the right)
Jamie and Patricia's Small Group Ladies (above)
Patricia's Shower: 6-3-2010
Jamie's Shower: 6-22-10
Jamie is pictured on the left (her sis on the right)
Jamie and Patricia's Small Group Ladies (above)
Friday, June 18, 2010
For the little one at my feet...
I feel a little bad blogging this because I know that not everyone has kids or is in this stage with them. This blog that I follow (Sew Liberated) had the nicest post today, however, and I thought it would be good to share. Sometimes it feels that I put everything on hold for the 16-month old in my life. Cooking can be a chore (tuning out some crying), and forget about sewing unless he is asleep. Now sometimes I don't really mind, but when I saw this blog I realized that there are ways to include Grant that I haven't explored.
My lack of engaging him at times is honestly just selfishness on my part...or laziness? I need to make more effort in this area. Even if you don't have kids, I am sure you can relate to some part of your life where a little more effort might be a good idea. "And whatever you do, in word or deed, do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him." Col 3:17
I don't know if I have the money to invest in some of the things this family uses, but my husband thinks he may be able to build the learning tower. I really want to make that fabric book holder too...that might be my next project! I am constantly reminded of my consumerist attitude...and realizing that it has many flaws. The quantity of toys for a kid is a lot less important then their intentionality and placement in the places that we both enjoy being the most.
My lack of engaging him at times is honestly just selfishness on my part...or laziness? I need to make more effort in this area. Even if you don't have kids, I am sure you can relate to some part of your life where a little more effort might be a good idea. "And whatever you do, in word or deed, do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him." Col 3:17
I don't know if I have the money to invest in some of the things this family uses, but my husband thinks he may be able to build the learning tower. I really want to make that fabric book holder too...that might be my next project! I am constantly reminded of my consumerist attitude...and realizing that it has many flaws. The quantity of toys for a kid is a lot less important then their intentionality and placement in the places that we both enjoy being the most.
Thursday, June 17, 2010
Amazing Deal on Prescription Glasses
This site is just too awesome to keep to myself. ZenniOptical.com. They have prescription eyeglasses starting at $8 (and I'm not talkin' Dwight Schrute style). I just ordered a pair of sunglasses and regular glasses for $32 (including $4.95 shipping). Legit.
Wednesday, June 16, 2010
On the cheap
I was thinking the other day with all these cookouts this summer, it really has the potential to get pricey. Thought I'd share a few cheap options for you so you can still be in on all the fun of summer cookouts but still have some dough to spare.
Sign up to bring to your cookout:
*deviled eggs- 89 cents + a few cents for the additional ingred. so about a dollar for 24. They could be used as a side or appetizer.
*Mac & Cheese - 25 per box + a little more for the butter and milk you add, get 2 boxes and for less then a dollar you have the perfect summer side dish.
*veggie tray - ya you heard me, not the expensive kind from the store. Assuming you don't have your own garden which would be the best option. Get a cucumber for anywhere from 20Cents to 35 cents, give it a peel and or fancy slice. Buy a bag of carrots 99cents(not the expensive baby carrots) peel em and slice em into sticks. Buy some ranch for 99cents but it in a bowl in the center of a plate, put the carrot sticks on one side and cucumber on the other side of the bowl. There you go a beautiful homemade tray for less then 3 bucks.
*baked beans - 49cents per can, buy 4 cans + less then a dollar in the extra ind.. For less than 3 bucks a warm side dish.
*Buns- always a cheap route to go when signing up for a cookout. My store has then for 79 cents.
*Drinks - YES drinks can be cheap!! Make your own lemonade or sweet tea. Either would end up costing mearly pennies.
*Dessert - I know if you are like me, I am tempted here to get fancy. Brownies cost 99 cents + a few extra cents for the extra ingred.. They are simple plain and YUMMY!! They don't need anything to make them yummier:)
What are some of your cheapo brings?
Happy Summer to ya,
Sarah Perry
Sign up to bring to your cookout:
*deviled eggs- 89 cents + a few cents for the additional ingred. so about a dollar for 24. They could be used as a side or appetizer.
*Mac & Cheese - 25 per box + a little more for the butter and milk you add, get 2 boxes and for less then a dollar you have the perfect summer side dish.
*veggie tray - ya you heard me, not the expensive kind from the store. Assuming you don't have your own garden which would be the best option. Get a cucumber for anywhere from 20Cents to 35 cents, give it a peel and or fancy slice. Buy a bag of carrots 99cents(not the expensive baby carrots) peel em and slice em into sticks. Buy some ranch for 99cents but it in a bowl in the center of a plate, put the carrot sticks on one side and cucumber on the other side of the bowl. There you go a beautiful homemade tray for less then 3 bucks.
*baked beans - 49cents per can, buy 4 cans + less then a dollar in the extra ind.. For less than 3 bucks a warm side dish.
*Buns- always a cheap route to go when signing up for a cookout. My store has then for 79 cents.
*Drinks - YES drinks can be cheap!! Make your own lemonade or sweet tea. Either would end up costing mearly pennies.
*Dessert - I know if you are like me, I am tempted here to get fancy. Brownies cost 99 cents + a few extra cents for the extra ingred.. They are simple plain and YUMMY!! They don't need anything to make them yummier:)
What are some of your cheapo brings?
Happy Summer to ya,
Sarah Perry
Thursday, June 10, 2010
The 4am wake up call
I'm not sure if it is my age (which I admit is not old by any means), being a wife/running a household, or just having a child that has made me curious. Curious about how women functioned prior to the modernization of everything. Don't get me wrong, I am busy most days with cleaning, cooking (trying to limit the processed food), and caring for a 15 month old child. But seriously, they didn't have appliances much less running water and a grocery store. So I was pretty excited when a friend lent me a book by John Piper and Justin Taylor, called "Sex and the Supremacy of Christ."
Now I'll admit that does NOT seem to jive with my introduction to this post, so hang with me a minute. When looking at the table of contents the end of the book has two chapters dealing with the "history of sex." One of the chapters deals with Martin Luther, his beliefs regarding marriage, and his eventual marriage to Kate von Bora and having six kids. The real focus of the chapter is on Martin Luther's support of marriage and how that has contributed to today's view of (Christian) marriage.
There is plenty of mention of who Kate von Bora was and how God allowed her to personally shape Martin Luther's positive view of marriage. She was a former nun who married Martin Luther (he was 40, she was 26) and entered into a pretty hard life. From what I can tell they were poor or in debt and Martin Luther was busy with his job of preaching, writing, etc. She would get up sometimes at 4am (alarm clock?) to take care of their family and numerous borders. According to Piper and Taylor these jobs included basic farming, cooking (as well as making beer), hospitality to the always numerous guests, and taking care of her children and Luther of course.
May I admit that sometimes 8am is a little too early for me? Or that sometimes I don't really want to empty the dishwasher or carry the clothes down to the laundry room. What motivated this woman to diligently care for her family and get up so early to perform at times difficult tasks? I know that necessity was part of it, as well as her view of God and the responsibility she felt to her family. Despite the financial difficulty and hard work it appears that both Kate and Martin Luther really valued each other and enjoyed their lives.
In this "post-modern" time when the value of marriage is underrated or just plain mysterious to a lot of people it is difficult to understand why someone would want to live their life that way. The added responsibility of having a family and child can seem ridiculous from a non-Christian point of view. Personally, I am realizing almost daily that my marriage and child add so much value to my existence, and I am thankful that God steered my path toward family. As for hard work, I am thankful that all these modern appliances make my life easier, but I am aware that doesn't mean I get to be lazy. Hopefully the example of Kate von Bora can encourage me to get a little more done and be thankful in the process. Thankful that I don't have to get up at 4am...although sometimes 6am wouldn't be a bad idea.
Now I'll admit that does NOT seem to jive with my introduction to this post, so hang with me a minute. When looking at the table of contents the end of the book has two chapters dealing with the "history of sex." One of the chapters deals with Martin Luther, his beliefs regarding marriage, and his eventual marriage to Kate von Bora and having six kids. The real focus of the chapter is on Martin Luther's support of marriage and how that has contributed to today's view of (Christian) marriage.
There is plenty of mention of who Kate von Bora was and how God allowed her to personally shape Martin Luther's positive view of marriage. She was a former nun who married Martin Luther (he was 40, she was 26) and entered into a pretty hard life. From what I can tell they were poor or in debt and Martin Luther was busy with his job of preaching, writing, etc. She would get up sometimes at 4am (alarm clock?) to take care of their family and numerous borders. According to Piper and Taylor these jobs included basic farming, cooking (as well as making beer), hospitality to the always numerous guests, and taking care of her children and Luther of course.
May I admit that sometimes 8am is a little too early for me? Or that sometimes I don't really want to empty the dishwasher or carry the clothes down to the laundry room. What motivated this woman to diligently care for her family and get up so early to perform at times difficult tasks? I know that necessity was part of it, as well as her view of God and the responsibility she felt to her family. Despite the financial difficulty and hard work it appears that both Kate and Martin Luther really valued each other and enjoyed their lives.
In this "post-modern" time when the value of marriage is underrated or just plain mysterious to a lot of people it is difficult to understand why someone would want to live their life that way. The added responsibility of having a family and child can seem ridiculous from a non-Christian point of view. Personally, I am realizing almost daily that my marriage and child add so much value to my existence, and I am thankful that God steered my path toward family. As for hard work, I am thankful that all these modern appliances make my life easier, but I am aware that doesn't mean I get to be lazy. Hopefully the example of Kate von Bora can encourage me to get a little more done and be thankful in the process. Thankful that I don't have to get up at 4am...although sometimes 6am wouldn't be a bad idea.
Wednesday, June 2, 2010
Diving Into Summer
I have to admit that the disgusting heat (can you tell I am not a summer fan) has been talking to me saying "pool...go to the pool." Maybe I should just sit down and drink some water, but today I listened. I thought, "surely Grant will have fun and it will be better than chasing him around the neighborhood." We do not have a fenced in yard, and I am way too lazy to chase him down the street all day. So long story short, we headed out in the afternoon to experience the pool.
Now as a first time mom I have really no idea of what to expect out of a trip to the pool other than I love to go swimming and have many memories of going to the wave pool as a child. Not only that, but I have only been to the pool in Huntington once. So I picked the only one that I have been to, which is at Beech Fork State Park. Grant and I had a great time, but he only lasted about an hour and 15 minutes before he was trying to fall asleep on my shoulder. Beech Fork has a great baby/toddler area for swimming with a fountain (and I refuse to dwell on what may be in the water). The gate is nice for keeping little ones in a central area, and I have to say that the rare second nap for the day made the trip worth the effort. All for the low price of $3 (they didn't charge me for Grant).
When I came home I started thinking that it would be nice to have a little discussion on the area pools for those of us with kids and limited access to private swimming areas. I know some people might not like the public pool, but it is a nice way to get out in the community. I must admit that I didn't talk to anyone today, but I think the next time I will make more of an effort. Kids are great icebreakers!
So what are your thoughts? What are the best pools in and around Huntington? What is something you shouldn't forget when going to the pool (besides sunscreen). I think I'll bring my stroller the next time...and a good book. Grant can sleep and I'll read (or talk)! What other summer activities do you or your kids (or kids you know) enjoy?
Now as a first time mom I have really no idea of what to expect out of a trip to the pool other than I love to go swimming and have many memories of going to the wave pool as a child. Not only that, but I have only been to the pool in Huntington once. So I picked the only one that I have been to, which is at Beech Fork State Park. Grant and I had a great time, but he only lasted about an hour and 15 minutes before he was trying to fall asleep on my shoulder. Beech Fork has a great baby/toddler area for swimming with a fountain (and I refuse to dwell on what may be in the water). The gate is nice for keeping little ones in a central area, and I have to say that the rare second nap for the day made the trip worth the effort. All for the low price of $3 (they didn't charge me for Grant).
When I came home I started thinking that it would be nice to have a little discussion on the area pools for those of us with kids and limited access to private swimming areas. I know some people might not like the public pool, but it is a nice way to get out in the community. I must admit that I didn't talk to anyone today, but I think the next time I will make more of an effort. Kids are great icebreakers!
So what are your thoughts? What are the best pools in and around Huntington? What is something you shouldn't forget when going to the pool (besides sunscreen). I think I'll bring my stroller the next time...and a good book. Grant can sleep and I'll read (or talk)! What other summer activities do you or your kids (or kids you know) enjoy?
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