"Translating ancient traditions into modern language"

Translating ancient traditions into modern language - The Pueblo Chieftain: Local Lifestyle:
"I love working with youths. They tend to pose difficult questions." ...
"First out of the bag: "Why should women wear skirts and head coverings at church?" "

GOOD thoughts. Laws have applications. Rules have reasons. God is not random. People are people.

Includes this nugget:

The last thing you want your attention drawn to when you come to pray is a nice pair of calves or a sexy hairdo (yes, men do notice them).

Short article; please read. :)

Reading Is Fundamental

Read one of these wonderful classic children's books online with your children, and share a book with one of the literary programs supported by "We Give Books" - a group from Penguin Books which provides books to various organizations around the world, who in turn provide books to children who would otherwise not have a book. Sign up and read several books a day. It's an old fashioned past-time with a new-fangled twist that helps others, and doesn't fill up your house. :)

The Hello Mornings Challenge — Inspired To Action

The Hello Mornings Challenge — Inspired To Action

Ladies, you may benefit from doing what our ancestors did - wake up early! I'm going to try to get with it myself. Check into this lovely blog for some encouragement and great ideas.

A Challenge ...

Click to find this great resource, and to join the challenge...

from the website:

"What Is The “Maximize Your Mornings” eBook About? Hi! Thanks for your interest in the FREE Maximize Your Mornings eBook. My name is Kat and I wrote this ebook to help busy moms like you create an effective and life giving morning routine. Here are a few things you’ll learn in this ebook.  Learn why getting up early is so important. How to get out of bed – tips to make it easier to crawl out of your cozy bed. How to develop a doable Prayer and Bible Study plan. How to find an exercise plan that works for you. How to plan your day so that you actually get things done. Learn the key to developing a great morning routine. Download forms and charts to help you plan and stay on track."