[/amazon_link]This was a quick and easy read, but don’t really recommend it. I did find it interesting and it wasn’t so bad that I put it down and didn’t finish it. Of course I wanted to know how the book ended. There are so many other books out there waiting to be read, that I would recommend finding something else, but of course that is just my opinion. Continue reading “Life Sentences”
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This post is a little different than usual, but it is something we have been working on with our kids and have seen great results. I’d like to share so that maybe it will serve you as well. Continue reading “Do Hard Things”
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By Neil Z. Meiller
I did an extensive review of the 1997 edition of this book and I really liked it then, but I’ve since read the 2002 version and like it much better. I did finish it last year (2011) but am just getting around to writing the review!
This edition addresses additional vaccines that are now requirements since 1997 including pneumococcal and meningococcal vaccines. There is also a large section on the pertussis vaccine since this seems to be the vaccine with the most reactions, but also most dangerous disease if contracted by a young baby.
There is also a significant amount of info on the Anthrax vaccine, Small Pox and Flu shots. I also appreciated the last section and the correlation is draws from vaccines to immune problems, genetic mutations, developmental disabilities, autism, ADHD, violent crime and drug abuse.
I personally don’t blame vaccines for all of these health problems, but I do think they are a factor in the bigger picture. I think there are many agents that are causing significant changes in our overall health. I think this book has much less of a conspiracy theory feel and sounds much more believable and backed by a lot more research and evidential proof.
This stew was amazing! As we sat down to dinner the first thing Tree Climber (hubby) asked was, “Does this have meat in it?” Since he work hard all day cutting trees, climbing trees, carrying trees, stacking trees, etc… he has the appitite of a lumbar jack. When I answered “No”, his response was, “Well, am I going to miss it?” Continue reading “Spicy Ethiopian Red Lentil Stew”
It’s time for a new book list for a new year! Here are my picks for the year! Let me know if you’ve read any of these and what you thought about it! I’m super flexible and if I come across something that appears more interesting then I may swap it out! Continue reading “Book List for 2012”
This has been a huge subject of conversation and research in our house recently. Commercial toothpastes have so many chemicals, additives, sweeteners, artificial colorings and a whole host of other stuff not to mention fluoride! I’ve been on the hunt to find something all natural that works and doesn’t cost too much. We’ve tried a few, but nothing we were 100% sold on. Continue reading “Homemade Toothpaste”
This can be a tough and simple topic. I think as a parent we are often prone to think of the worst case scenario when it comes to our kids and illness or pain. In young children stomach aches are usually a symptom of something else and not a health problem all unto it’s self. There are cases of appendicitis, bowel blockages, and other serious surgical emergencies of which I will provide some of the symptoms to watch for. However, most stomach discomforts are not serious and resolve on their own. Continue reading “Stomach Aches”
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Striving to preserve what we have graciously been given.
Striving to preserve what we have graciously been given.
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