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Talking to Your Teens About Medicine Abuse: Beckys Top 3 Tips
By Becky Dyer Becky Dyer is a police officer with experience as a former D.A.R.E and school resource officer in Reno County, Kansas. She is working with Stop Medicine Abuses Five Moms to raise awareness about cough medicine among teens in her c
Preparing for Your Newborn
Theres no hard and fast set of rules when it comes to preparing for the birth of your child. Aside from the obvious feeding, burping, not sleeping for days on end, etc. each parents experience of coping with a newborn will be entirely u
Health Insurance: A Family Affair
Families dont buy health insurance for just certain members like the son who plays Pop Warner football or the daughter thats a soccer star. They buy it for everyone in the family which is why everyones needs should be taken into account. For
EdenFantasys for Your Valentine!
It's that time of the year again where we have to come up with the perfect gift idea for the people that we LOVE. Or maybe you want to treat yourself to some well-deserved pampering for Valentine's Day. I'm going to save you some serious time looking
Science Project - Discover Microscopic Creatures in Water!
Our eyesight is inherently limited. Through the years, we have evolved the ability to find predators and prey at great distances, and our eyes have evolved to help us define food and water. When it comes to seeing especially small objects, however, o
Trends in Bringing up Baby
Some parenting trends are influenced by friends or social situations, while others are influenced by the current environment. The recession was a big teacher, and parents are passing down budgeting lessons to their children. Real talks about life, wo
Moving Day: How to Involve the Kids and Stay Organized
You've likely moved before, and you know that it can certainly be a stressful time. The stress can grow even greater when children are involved. How can you involve them in the process while still staying organize? Follow these five tips to help you
The Long Term Effects of Your Child's Thumb Sucking Habit
We "oooh" and "awww" when we see a little baby find his/her thumb and begin to suck it. There is something sweet about a little one finding comfort in thumb-sucking. Approximately one-third to one-half of preschoolers sucks their thumbs. Children usu
Innovative concepts and new products never cease to amaze me! Here's an idea... Let's find a way to utilize our children's body heat, store it, and then release the warmth when their temperature drops! Wait! Someone already did that! Just released
Four Don'ts When Traveling With Kids
Many parents find it very difficult to travel with young children. Fortunately, your trip will go a lot smoother if you avoid doing certain things. Below are some of the donts of traveling with children: Dont Pack The House You should not
Is the Alcohol Industry Grooming Your Kids to Drink?
Government agencies, the press, and the public, have all had a pretty interesting relationship with the commercial alcohol industry over the course of the past century. In a recent battle ignited by the British Medical Journal, the battle between pro
Adorable Must Haves for Your Child's Dress Up Box
Children tend to have some of the most vivid imaginations we know of, and with those imaginations they can create an entirely new world using their minds - and props! You can help inspire your child's dream or adventure by having a box filled with dr
Minivan Packed with Little Ones? How to Keep Your Cool Behind the Wheel
Whether you're in charge of transporting the peewee football team or have enough kids to make a football team of your own, driving with a carload full of kids can make even the most patient mom scream. While its hard to think about it, accidents w
Tech-Savvy Parenting When it Comes to Computers and Phones
Keeping up with new and ever-changing technology can be a challenge for parents, but it seems that it is completely natural for children. Concerned parents may try to block children from doing certain things online, but kids will often resist, and pa
Yummy Recipes to Make with Kids for the Holidays
The holidays are a great time to do special things with your kids and to start traditions that you will love together for years to come. Your kids will love learning how to make new family dishes, and you'll both love the time you get to spend togeth
Pregnancy Woes: Acid Reflux versus Heartburn - A Quick Fix for the Burn
Never have I had it this bad...that burning sensation in my esophagus that makes my whole chest feel like it's on fire. Blame it on the baby that is taking up the entire space in my body and pushing up on my stomach... It's called heartburn. And, it
2012 Holiday Gift Ideas for the Ultra-Difficult to Shop For
If you're at a loss for holiday gift ideas for your wife, husband, or someone who is ultra-difficult to shop for, you're going to LOVE the ideas here! Forget about the non-original ideas, like the wallets and purses, perfumes and colognes that may sm
Growing Up in the Age of Technology: How Are Your Children Being Affected?
Childhood today is a very different picture than it was in the past. Instead of seeing boys shooting hoops outside, you are more likely to find them cooped up indoors playing video games. And instead of seeing girls playing hopscotch, you'll more lik
Tips on Talking to Your Teens about Prescription Drugs
As a follow-up to yesterday's post, today's post will help you broach the subject with your teen. Drug abuse is not restricted to illegal substances that teenagers see on television. In fact, prescription drugs and items they can find on
Five Signs your Teen is Abusing Prescription Painkillers
According to the Centers for Disease Control, one in 10 teens develops addiction to prescription drugs; in most instances, painkillers are the culprit. Research demonstrates that teens are more likely to abuse pain medications, such as Oxycotin and P
5 Ways to Save Money on Christmas Toys
As everyone is well aware, Christmas is around the corner, and for parents of large families, that news can be scary. The reason is obvious - the more children you have, the more presents you have to buy. For families with limited budgets, buying Ch
Are You a Mom or a Shrink? Yes and Yes
Having kids is a humongous responsibility, as every parent knows. As a mother, you juggle the roles of nurse, day-care provider, maid, taxi-driver and even psychologist on a daily basis. You may not realize it, but the decisions that you make and the
Work-At-Home Parents - Coping With Children While You Work
As a work-at-home mom, I can attest to the difficulty level of trying to manage a household and work in the same environment that the children are constantly running around in.
Happy Election Day!
Don't forget to get out there and vote!!!
Creating the Perfect Homework Environment for Your Child
Every parent knows that great students are organized, motivated and equipped with tools and resources. Most of the time, good study and homework habits do not come naturally to children, and these habits often need to be taught. Part of a childs i
Trick or Teen: Should Teenagers Be Allowed to Trick or Treat?
The following is a two-in-one blog post that contains two completely opposite opinions about teens and trick-or-treating: With Halloween fast approaching I thought it was time to dust off the cobwebs on how I feel about teenagers going door to door for candy. Ill make this one quick and painless: NOT. Put simply, a teen is not a child and anyone past the age of 12 shouldnt be knocking on doors for free sweets. Im all for the dressing up part; thats a cool way for kids -- I mean te [..]
Mom: The Family Therapist
Its no surprise to anyone visiting mommyrantings.com that throughout history, mothers have been tasked as the caregivers for children. Its a role that has constantly evolved as children learn new skills. In fact, a study released by Proctor & Gamble notes that although the responsibilities of motherhood began about two million years ago, the burdens placed on a mother were very different from those experienced by male human beings. Back then, like today, mothers were responsible for the deve [..]
Ava Anderson - Ava Baby Products - Only the Best for Your Little One
For a while now, I've been following an old colleague, Nancy Brown, on Facebook on her Ava Anderson Facebook page. She's a triple star consultant for Ava Anderson and she's been telling me how wonderful the Ava Anderson products are, and that they're safe to use around my children - they're chemical free and non-toxic!
How Mitt Romney Plans to Hurt Families
The impending Presidential elections have stirred up quite the controversy this year, and the debates, regardless of who is debating, have turned into more than just the ol' Republican versus Democrat party arguments, if you know what I mean.
Great Christmas Gift Ideas for the Whole Family
Christmas is just around the corner and if you are looking for inspiration, here are a few great gift ideas for the whole family.
Keep Your Children Well
First, a thank you to Crosby, Still Nash and Young for the inspiration for the headline. I am, an old rock n roller and proud of it. Everyday, we do a tens of things to keep our children safe from doling out vitamins, attaching mittens to snowsuits to teaching then to cross with the green and making sure theyre strapped into their car seats or seat belts properly, but theres one thing America (and maybe the world) does that just plain makes no sense for the good health and welfare of ou [..]
Five Health Benefits of Owning a Bicycle
Bicycling is a treasured child pastime for most adults, but many parents may not realize that bicycling isnt just fun; its also beneficial. Biking can reduce your childs risk of obesity, improve overall health and help her develop sports and fitness skills. Here are some of the benefits your child may experience after getting her first bike. Better Brain Development Physical activities force the brain to develop new neural pathways, improving cognitive functioning. Even better, th [..]
Rude Parents? Rude Kids
This article is dedicated to Lila Z and her baby leather motocycle jacket. (Where is it? Its art and I want to hang it on the wall.) Author Bio: Karen Boyarsky is an avid blogger. Follow her on Twitter @boyarsky_kareni. OK, lets start with the fact that Im a spinster. Not a full-fledged one; I was married at one time and the plan was to pop out a few little ones but the marriage didnt work and I never met another man I thought I could spend 18+ years with so I am officially chil [..]
Depression Is One of the Major Symptoms of Hypothyroidism
Depression, one of the most common symptoms of hypothyroidism, is often treated with anti-depressant drugs.
Depression Is One of the Major Symptoms of Hypothyroidism
Depression, one of the most common symptoms of hypothyroidism, is often treated with anti-depressant drugs.
Kids and Team Sports: Whats the Motivation?
When you sign your kids up for team sports like soccer or little league, what is the reasoning behind it? I only ask because what I observe from parents is not consistent with how I think most parents would answer that question. Well start with my assumptions about how you might answer: Teamwork We want our kids to be able to get along well with others. By putting them on a team, the hope is that they learn how to work collectively toward a common goal. The lesson for kids is that it takes [..]
Crohn's Disease and Celiac: Someone In Your Family May Have it Now
Two chronic digestive diseases, Crohns disease and celiac disease, have been moving to the forefront of public awareness with increase diagnoses in both adults and children. Largely unknown to the general public until recent years, both conditions are unfortunately being diagnosed today with increasingly higher frequency. Both can result in similar symptoms, but the mechanisms and treatments of the illnesses are quite different. Similar But Different According to the National Digestive Diseas [..]
No Time to Work Out? How to Easily Fit It In!
Its a very lame and vague excuse when someone says that I dont have time to work out. In fact, you will be pleased - or may be surprised to find out that virtually everyone has time for a work out. People just have to prioritize their time and set aside 30 minutes daily (thats it!) to keep their health and bodies in shape. A good way to find time is to cut down time on certain activities that you really dont need to do, or simply prioritize just a little bit more, and you [..]
"Get Your Chat On" - Free Chat Sites For You and the Kids
The best things in life are free! And, when you're lonely - or simply want to participate in an online environment where you can be who you want to be and meet other people, it's always nice to find free chat sites
Online Games for Your Children
Remember the good ole days when the Mario and Luigi games were the biggest things around, with endless worlds of mushrooms, princesses, and blocks that you bumped to find surprises inside? These were well-known gaming characters when they first were introduced by Nintendo way back in 1983, and they inspired hours of serious, fun, and interactive play for children of my time, who weren't accustomed to the myriad of gaming consoles and advanced computer games that are out today. Avoid the Blood [..]
Dealing With Learning Disabilities - How to Build Your Child's Self-Esteem
Young children are emotionally affected by their performance in school. If they don't learn to read, write, or count as fast as their friends do, they sense that something's wrong, and they often blame themselves for their academic struggles. Older kids with learning disabilities may act as though it's cool to not care about school. Beneath the surface, these kids are often just tired of trying and struggling to keep up. If your child has recently been diagnosed with a learning disability, you m [..]
Labor Day Weekend Deals Around the WWW
What are you doing this weekend? Last minute school shopping? Barbequing? Attending someone's party? Hosting your own party? Running around to some of the last yard sales of the season? Or, maybe...you're at home, shopping on the Internet? For those of you who have chosen the latter, here are some deals going on around the WWW to get you started... EdenFantasys: Use promo code HOLIDAY12
Moms: Lower those High Stress Morning Hormones!
Whether you're a mom of one or a mom of seven, like me, you're probably facing several different factors that contribute to stress on a daily basis. Deadlines, appointments, traffic...and add in the complaints and early morning fussiness and battles with the children...and that stress could hit ultimately high levels, bright and early in the morning.
Comfortable, Versatile - and Chic! - Styles for Moms This Fall (Plus, how to copy celeb mom comfy and stylish looks!)
Whether you're a working mom or a stay-at-home mom, finding clothes that aren't only comfortable, but are also chic, is an endeavor in itself! There's a saying, "When you look good, you feel good", and that's what this article is all about...some up-to-date styles for moms that will make you look good (chic) and feel good (comfortable). Better yet, listed here, you will find clothing that you can wear to the workplace (for working moms) or wear around town, while running errands, shipping kids [..]
Celeb Post-Pregnancy: Does It Makes "Regular Moms" Feel Pressure to Drop the Weight Fast?
The recent September issue of DuJour has opened up some controversial conversations about post-pregnancy weight, celebrities, and whether "regular moms" feel pressure to drop the weight like a celebrity - or not. Tracy Anderson, the celebrity trainer who helped women like Gweneth Paltrow and Madonna slim down after pregnancy, was featured in the magazine, where she was quoted, "A lot of women use pregnancy as an excuse to let their bodies go, and thats the worst thing. Ive seen so many wom [..]
It's Not Right! Is There Really Justice When A Child is Hurt or Killed?
Lately, several news stories about children have caught my attention, and to be quite honest, these child news stories are not only traumatizing for families, they are also heartbreaking for the general public. What is happening to our country?
When Your Kindergartener Has Separation Anxiety - 11 Tips to Help You Both Through It
I was super-shocked to hear what happened when my 5-year-old Dylan was on the trial-run bus trip that merely drove them around the school parking lot on Kindergarten Orientation Day. Not normally a "Momma's Boy", Dylan apparently cried, "I want my Mommy" as the school bus started moving... I was oblivious, assuming that he was excited and ready to start school, as we had talked about Dylan's readiness for school all summer, and even throughout the past year. How he couldn't wait to go to scho [..]
Five Real, Honest-to-Goodness Opportunities to Earn from Home
If youre a mom looking to bring in a little extra income -- and who isnt these days -- its important that you can tell the difference between a legitimate work-at-home opportunity and a scam. There are dozens of work-at-home schemes that will do nothing but cause frustration and heartache. If you;re looking for ways to earn money from your home base, around your familys schedule, there are dozens of real opportunities out there. Here are five of the best ways that moms can earn money fr [..]
Three Tips to Soothe Teething Babies
If you are looking for solutions to common baby teething problems, these tips are designed to take the stress out of teething issues.
EdenFantasys - Fun Programs, Free Stuff and Awesome Products! What More Can You Ask For?
You've heard me talk about them before, and now, I'm spreading the word again. If you're not familiar with them, EdenFantasys happens to be one of my favorite online shops, and that's no exaggeration. There are so many different things going on at EdenFantasys that it's difficult to figure out which direction to head in, and I tend to get caught up in all of the programs that they offer, not to mention the awesome products! Earn Points! As soon as you create an account, you can start earn [..]
Three Reasons to Purchase a Trike for your Child this Summer
If you are trying to find a fun gift for your childs birthday or you simply want to invest in a toy that is guaranteed to keep your child entertained over the summer holidays, here are three reasons to choose a trike over the other kids toys on the market.
Just When You Get Used To Something, It Changes!!
Think of stretch marks as pregnancy service stripes.
BARRATTS UK Presents Their Back to School Shoes
Last minute school shoppers! Are you still looking for shoes and school bags for the kids? Don't fret... Not only does BARRATS UK cover your children's school shoes needs for the back-to-school rush, they also cover the back-to-school school bags, all in the same place. For Mom Now that you have the kids covered, they're also offering 20% off heels and courts right now, so even mom can get a new pair for herself to wear after she rushes the kids off to school. (What mom doesn't need or deser [..]
Tips to Help You Travel with Young Children
When you take a vacation with the whole family, so much planning and organization is involved it almost seems like its too much work for what its worth! Especially if you have young children in the family; keeping them entertained and happy during the journey can tire you out before you get to your destination. But once you get on holiday, it not only recharges your batteries but its so beneficial for the children too so dont let the thought of a stressful journey put you off!
Which College Is Right For Your Child?
It seems like just yesterday, you were changing your child's diapers, and now it's time to choose a college? Getting your teenager into the right college can be a great fulfillment for any parent. Naturally, its because you want them to grow into something you always envisioned for them. However, with the different college options available and thousands of college majors, it can be quite hectic to help them choose the best college for their interests. Considering some colleges are prestigio [..]
Healthy Lunchbox Ideas to Promote Better Learning
Obviously, children need food, and lunch can be just as important as breakfast to get your child through the school day. As a parent, sibling or guardian, packing a lunch for kids when they go to school should be something you take seriously because, not only does a healthy lunch nourish and help their little bodies grow, it also very important because it energizes them for the remainder of the day.
New Monthly Donation Campaign
You will notice the new donation button in the right hand column. I've decided that it's time to reach further than spreading the word about recent news stories, awesome products, services, companies and events, disabilities, and other parenting/motherhood/fatherhood/kidhood stuff... Each month, a new campaign will be featured above and below the donation button. The first month, we're focusing on helping needy children obtain the school supplies that are so desperately needed. Sadly, each year [..]
Have You Ever Left Your Children in the Car - Just for a Quick Moment???
Have you ever left your child (or children) in the car for a quick moment to do an errand? Maybe you needed a gallon of milk, so you stopped at a convenience store and ran in real quick to grab it? Maybe you needed to pick up a prescription for your sick child and didn't want to wake them, like this mother here. As moms, we're human, and we're surely going to make some mistakes. Yes, we're tired, we're often sick, and there are times when we try to figure out a short-cut to skirt around all of [..]
New Ameda® IntimateS Apparel - Comfort and Support for Breastfeeding Moms
When I saw the press release in my inbox, I jumped at the opportunity to try out Ameda's new nursing bra.The Ameda Intimates Nursing Camisole was my favorite of the two choices, and as a nursing mom who is constantly searching for the most comfortable, slimming, and lightweight (for summertime) undergear, this cami came in with a 8 stars out of 10 from Mommy Rantings. Ameda has been creating products for breastfeeding for over 70 years now. When they made these nursing bras and camisoles, their [..]
My Little House of Treasures - How to Warm My Heart
It always gives you a heartwarming feeling when someone says something absolutely amazing about you, or something that you have done. In this busy, crazy, heartbreaking world, just knowing that someone had you on their mind and took the time to share what they think can makes all the difference in a person's day. In this case, Miss Darlene was talking about my book. Today, I had the pleasure of reading her review about my book on her blog, My Little House of Treasures. You can read her review f [..]
Selecting the Pefect Day Care For Your Child
Selecting the right day care center for your child should be a well-thought out process. It will take thorough research and investigation, so you can find the day care centers that are exceptional and weed out the ones that are bad. Its also important to find a facility that will help your child grow, develop their own set of skills, and they can have fun. There are numerous advantages to placing your child in day care. An excellent facility will have a variety of activities that will help yo [..]
How to Help your Child Write an Essay
For some children, writing an essay may be a difficult task.
Need Business Cards? Buildasign.com has You Covered!
Let me tell you, I was super excited to be contacted by a representative for Custom Signs, and even more excited as we continued to talk about their services, as I will need them as Mommy Rantings expands - (and although the future expansions are in the thought process, they WILL happen within the next couple of years). What was at the top of the needs list was business cards, so I pitched the idea, and was tickled pink to hear "We can do that for you!" So, I set out on their site to create and [..]
Back to School: Help Your Child Get As
Summer is about to end and the maddening rush to get your children back and ready for school is just around the corner.
Happy 4th of July!
Happy 4th of July, everyone! This year, we have some ideas to make your 4th of July stylish and burn free, and add a little pampering for mom! Goody's
Better Bedtimes: Tips and Tricks for More Peaceful Bedtimes with Your Kids
Its eight oclock at night, and youre tired.
6 Inexpensive Summertime Fun Activites for Families
Now that the kids are out of school and the days seem so much longer, it's time to open our minds and come up with activities that the children will love to do - and, of course, will fill up the long summer days with more than television, computers and game consoles. I know that, although it's much easier to let the children attach their minds to technology, children need activities to keep their minds active in other ways during the summer break. And, to get the children involved, you, as par [..]
Eclos Plant Based Beauty Review #EclosBeauty
There's no doubt that we all want to stay looking younger as long as possible! I, for one, started using anti-aging products when I was in my early 20's, basically because I loved how anti-aging products immediately improved the appearance of my skin. Just recently, I found a line of products that not only show immediate results, but also create LASTING results! The products are called éclos Skin Care, and I am in LOVE! éclos features Apple Stem Cells that have been extracted from a rare S [..]
Kranich's Jewelers - A Family Owned Tradition of Finely Crafted Jewelry
I recently had the chance to work with Kranich's Jewelry, and if you know me, you know that bling bling (otherwise known as jewelry) is my weakness! And, I know that many of Mommy Rantings' readers love some bling bling, too, but there's a big difference between our favorite Lia Sophia and Park Lane (to name a couple) and Kranich's jewelry! As a matter of fact, I'll just say it. There's a big difference between "costume jewelry" and Kranich's jewelry - which is THE REAL DEAL. I say this, becau [..]
Kohlcraft Stroller RECALL, Finger Amputations!
CNN reported on Friday that Kohlcraft has been forced to recall approximately 36,000 defective strollers that were manufactured in China. Between January 2006 and June of 2012, The Consumer Product Safety Commission reported that these Kohlcraft Contours Options three- and four-wheeled strollers were sold in the U.S. and Canada, between January of 2006 and June of 2012, retailing between $150 and $160.
How To Have a Merry Little Summer With the Kids
Have you ever noticed how people smile a bit brighter, laugh a bit louder and share a bit more during the holiday season? Why does this good cheer have to end when the New Year rolls around? We dont think that it has to! If the holidays your favorite time of year, why not incorporate them into your everyday life? Here are five ways that you can keep the holiday spirit around you and have a merry little summer with the kids: 1.Send a Card Do you only send cards for birthdays and holidays? I [..]
Barratts for Back to School Shoes - New Sponsor
Backyard Safety: Keep Watch & Prevent Illness and Injuries
In the comfort of our own homes, its easy to forget that our children could be at risk for injury or harm. When were at home or our friends homes, were in our own comfort zones, which means we are more relaxed and calm, which can be a dangerous combination for our children.
4 Tips to Help Teenagers Set Successful Financial Habits
Teenagers look ahead to a whole future of earning and spending money, but if left on their own theyre liable to make costly mistakes and waste valuable time. Knowledge about how to manage personal finances is a lesson that should be taught in schools across the world because even more important than the math skills, students will learn valuable life skills that stick with them throughout their adulthood. Here are 4 relatively easy tips that can help teenagers look forward to future financial s [..]
Beautiful Artwork: Michael Jackson!
I couldn't resist posting this amazing artwork of Michael Jackson! Artist: Veronica Cousins (By the way, this picture was drawn by my 11-year-old daughter, Veronica. She blows my mind with her talent! I don't know many adults who could come close to drawing like that...do you?) If you feel the need to "borrow" this drawing, be sure to give proper rights to the artist! Thank you! If you like this blog post, be sure to come to Mommy Rantings and subscribe via email, "Like" on Facebook or [..]
Does Your Little One Love Music? 5 Apps to Keep Them Dancing
Parents across the nation are singing the praises of the iPad, and not for reasons that you may think. iPads and other mobile devices have become common place in our lives. We use them to pay bills, get us to our destinations and keep in touch with our friends. Moms and dads are finding that iPads are also a great way to keep their toddlers entertained! Long gone are the days of plunking your toddlers down in front of the television with a video to keep them occupied. Tech savvy parents are han [..]
Freshman, Jessica Barba Goes Back to School After Suspension
Freshman at Longwood High School in Middle Island, New York, Jessica Barba, created a phony account on Facebook under the alias Hailey Bennett and an anti-bullying video for a school project, and after all the hard work she put into the project, rather than getting an A+, she was suspended. What? Yes, suspended. For five days! First, you have to watch the video. Its far beyond Freshman level, and it brought a tear to my eye. Additionally, this video was the same quality as any commercial yo [..]
Aishwarya is Even MORE Beautiful!
Mommyish.com Indian film actress and model, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, also touted "most beautiful woman" has been facing a lot of criticism since the birth of her baby, Aaradhya. Apparently, her baby fat after having her child has caused so-called fans (I call them haters) to spout harsh comments about the extra weight that she is carrying around. I saw a comment on Facebook that one of my friends from India made and I had to look into the story Let me just say that I think she lo [..]
4 Benefits of Using Wall Murals in Your Baby's Nursery
When my college roommate visited me for the first time in over a decade, a lot had changed. I had two small children and she was expecting her first. My former guest room was now a nursery for my youngest son. In place of the antique sleigh bed was a generic futon that looked more like college furniture than what we owned while in college. Fortunately, any despair she felt over the sleeping arrangements was cancelled out by her amusement over the wall mural in the room. The next morning over bre [..]
Happy Memorial Day!
Whether you're outside, enjoying the weather, BBQ'ing and listening to good music, or inside, keeping it cool in the shade and air conditioning, be sure to take a moment to give thanks to the men and women we've lost while they were defending our country. If you like this blog post, be sure to come to Mommy Rantings and subscribe via email, "Like" on Facebook or "Follow" on Twitter!
10 ways to optimize your iPad for kids with special needs
So far, the avant garde Apple iPad has streamlined the way people communicate with each other and transmogrified the intuitive interaction with touchscreen. However apart from the professionals and business users, the iOS tablet has also cut the frills and simplified a lot of things for people living with disabilities. While most of us may consider iPad more of a smart gizmo to hang out with, the device (on the other hand) grabs additional points for serving as an amazing educational tool. [..]
Your Child's Health Records: Why It's So Important
It may sound dramatic, but keeping your child's medical records up-to-date and complete could save her life. There are machines that tell you just about anything you need to know about the human body. When it comes to making an accurate diagnosis, however, medical professionals often need more than what they detect from a medical checkup. Your doctor has no way of knowing that your grandmother on your father's side is diabetic or that your mother's side of the family has a history of heart dise [..]
Proper procedures when making baby food recipes
Babies are the pride and joy of our civilization we live in today. Keeping them safe is one of the most important things that we all look into to ensure they grow up health and strong. Nutrition is a crucial part of our little ones lives. It determines their allergies, weight, energy, and well being of the child, but so many foods have additives in them its hard to keep track. Some are even expired and sitting on the shelf for way to long or have had other textures or mixtures within the proce [..]
Have a Little Fashionista in the Family? 5 Websites to Spur Their Creativity
If youve got a little fashionista in your family, why not let her capture her creative side and design her own T-shirts? There are dozens of websites that allow users to create, and then order, their own designs. If your girl loves trendy clothes and expressing herself through fashion, sit down at the computer and help her design her own summer clothes! Here are five sites that will allow your fashionista to create her unique style: FP Girl
How to Help Your Teenager Buy Their First Car!
Turning 16 is a rite of passage for teens across the nation. At 16, most children earn their drivers license and start looking forward to their first car. Instead of buying a car for your teenager, take this opportunity to begin teaching your child financial responsibility and help them purchase their own car. Here are five tips to help you lead your child down the path to vehicle ownership:
Internet Safety, You, and Your Child
As a parent, you want to make sure that your child stays as safe as possible. However, while we are definitely keyed-in to dangers posed by strangers and the environment a child lives in, many parents forget about the Internet. The Internet is an ever-growing part of normal life, and children are investigating at younger and younger ages. What can you as a parent do to make sure that your child cruises the Internet safely? Make the Internet Public If you have a computer that your children ca [..]
Constructing a Peaceful Home: 3 Noises that will Pacify Your Crying Baby
There are numerous ways that parents try to get their crying or fussy baby to settle down and fall asleeppatting their baby's back is a great option. Rocking their baby gently or giving their baby a nice calming bath is a great alternative too. But sometimes these common soothing methods just don't work and parents too begin to cry out of frustration. If you ever find yourself in a situation where you think you've exhausted all other options, one other method to look into (which has proven tim [..]
House Cleaning or Maid Service
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- Christmas comes early in the Valley: Massive giveaway helps hundreds of Haywood families
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- UPDATED: Undercover bust targets dealers in every corner of the county
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Harrison Construction's rock quarry on Allens Creek in Waynesville mines granite for building roads, driveways and concrete house pads. The raw crushed stone forms the base for roadbeds and is also the main ingredient in asphalt and concrete. Harrison has an asphalt plant next door to its quarry.
Before the recession, demand from private developments fueled demand for the quarry's stone — around 850,000 tons a year. Now, the quarry is doing half that, said Don Mason, who's in charge of environmental compliance at Harrison's quarries in the region.
If it weren't for the Allens Creek quarry, paving in Haywood County would cost a premium to haul in asphalt and gravel.
"When you have to truck the product that far it gets very very expensive," Mason said.
Harrison Construction owns seven quarries — one in each of the seven western counties. Together, all seven quarries employ 80 to 90 employees, down from 150 to 170 at the peak of the building boom.
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Corn Pudding Recipe
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 2 Eggland's Best Eggs
- 1 cup (8 ounces) sour cream
- 1 package (8-1/2 ounces) corn bread/muffin mix
- 1/2 cup 2% milk
- 1 can (15-1/4 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained
- 1 can (14-3/4 ounces) cream-style corn
- Preheat oven to 325°. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in sour cream. Gradually add muffin mix alternately with milk. Fold in corn.
- Pour into a greased 3-qt. baking dish. Bake, uncovered, 45-50 minutes or until set and lightly browned. Yield: 8 servings.
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I used 1/4 cup sugar as suggested by others, this was great. Everyone enjoyed it. I made it in a round dish with high sides and it was a bit undercooked in the middle. Next time I'll use a 9x13 pan. Thanks for sharing!
This is a great recipe. I sometimes use Mexican Style Corn in place of the Whole Kernel Corn. Sometimes I put in chopped Jalapeno with it. Left overs are great too.
I have always loved this recipe. Does anyone know if it can be doubled or tripled and can it be made the day before and reheated for the "big event"?
If you like sweet corn pudding this is the recipe for you. If you don't like it sweet just omit the sugar and use cornbread mix that doesn't have sugar. I like to omit the sugar and add cheese, jalapenos, and onions.
NO sugar needed especially if using Jiffy cornbread mix. Absolutely delicious. I only make this at the holidays but crave it the rest of the year!


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Clarification neededJanuary 10, 2013We need to keep in force the 2nd Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, but with a clarification of...... "Arms".... CMReederThe term 'assault weapon or rifle' has been used since WWII. The military on both sides referred to these types of weapons as assault. The pro gun do not like it when it is used by those opposed to them. Now they want to be politically correct. It is not illegal to refer to them as assault. 0 Agrees | 1 Disagrees | Report Abuse » Bobbie2gavin "You do realize that "Fast and Furious" and the tragedy at Waco have absolutely no connection at all, right? " The connection is, the same individual used his standing as part of government to force his personal ideology on citizens with no regard to the consequence. Koresh was culpable in the incident, however not to the extent that the government reacted. Again the MSM projected this incident in such a way as to paint Koresh in the worst possible light to make the AG office and Clinton look good. Not trying to take the burden from Koresh however am suggesting you research the incident with an open mind. In my opinion it was just another nail in the board to disarm America. 2 Agrees | 1 Disagrees | Report Abuse » Josh84RogerMurdock Jan-10-13 10:22 PM***"The AR designation has nothing to do with "Automatic Rifle." Could be wrong, but I always thought "AR" stood for "ArmaLite Rifle". 1 Agrees | 0 Disagrees | Report Abuse » rmillerGavin, While David Koresh was a sick individual and the purported abuse that was going on inside of the compound was not justified, what transpired in the name of "law" was just another example of the "state" out of control. My memory recalls Ruby Ridge and the bungling of forces by big brother also. I may part with some of my conservative friends on this topic, but so be it. The govt. is oppressive..some ways subtly, some aggressively, but still oppressive. Progressives bemoan the killing of innocent children by a few madmen, but thinks nothing of their destruction with (arms) of innocent children, either. 1 Agrees | 1 Disagrees | Report Abuse » gavinf56You do realize that "Fast and Furious" and the tragedy at Waco have absolutely no connection at all, right? 1 Agrees | 2 Disagrees | Report Abuse » Bobbie2gavinf56 "..and for what it's worth Bobbie, I blame David Koresh and his followers for the tragedy at Waco." And "fast and furious" didn't happen. 2 Agrees | 1 Disagrees | Report Abuse » RogerMurdockEnigma, You might want to give the ArmaLite website a look-see and read a little of the history section. The DOD had nothing to do with the AR designation. The AR-1 and AR-5 were both bolt action rifles and the AR-24 is a pistol. Both the AR-30 and the AR-50 are also bolt action rifles. The AR-17 is a shotgun. The AR designation has nothing to do with "Automatic Rifle". 1 Agrees | 0 Disagrees | Report Abuse » enigmaWould you still feel threatened that someone is gonna come take your guns away? Yes, because the gun grabbing is not about the mass killing or any other crime for that matter. It is about taking the guns away from citizens so that they cannot oppose anything the government wants to do. That's what gun grabbing is always about. 6 Agrees | 0 Disagrees | Report Abuse » djzluckyI'll play along with the hypothetical (and ignore the or not). First their would probably be an instant call for impeachment on a number of charges. While that was occurring I'd wager even more than 90% of the military would either lay down their arms or actively resist. In either case our guns would be safe. New hypothetical...a few years pass, gun laws are tightened,effective mental health reforms are in place, the current climate has cooled off and people aren't arguing as ferociously about this topic anymore. Over time gun deaths have gone down and mass shootings have ceased. Would you still feel threatened that someone is gonna come take your guns away? 1 Agrees | 4 Disagrees | Report Abuse » rmillerJust a hypothetical...or not... The CIC orders confiscation of all guns in this country and declares martial law to enforce taking our "arms"...... Some have mentioned that we wouldn't stand a chance against our military? I could be wrong, but the military's first obligation is to defend the Constitution of the United States (of which our 2nd A is assured)....I would wager 90% of our forces, would defend the citizenry first...as should be by law. 0 Agrees | 3 Disagrees | Report Abuse » enigmaCan we please dispose with the stupid term "assault weapons"? There is no such thing except in the minds of gun hating politicians. what they really are is semi-automatic rifles that are ergonomically superior to old style hunting rifles. The improvements were developed by the military to make it possible to carry the rifle for a long time without getting tired or injured. That certainly isn't something a hunter would want, or is it. Only people who know nothing about guns would think that there is something especially harmful about the "assault weapon". So let's get down to the real issue. Laws to limit what weapons we can buy or own are just a stepping stone to owning no guns. 5 Agrees | 1 Disagrees | Report Abuse » rmillerSham, "Still lookin' forward to that Race War, are you?? " Phil said nothing about race....why would you? 1 Agrees | 0 Disagrees | Report Abuse » gavinf56It would depend on the definition of an "assault weapon"? Is it just the cosmetic appearance or the actual function? 1 Agrees | 0 Disagrees | Report Abuse » sidelinernobud, I absolutely agree with your right to own firearms for the protection of your family and sport shooting. I get that. But are assault weapons part of that arsenal? And if so, are they necessary to fulfill those needs you listed? 1 Agrees | 0 Disagrees | Report Abuse » gavinf56..and for what it's worth Bobbie, I blame David Koresh and his followers for the tragedy at Waco. 2 Agrees | 1 Disagrees | Report Abuse » gavinf56"Furthermore, I would be more leery of those stockpiling arms of that variety and capacity for human destruction than I would of the government they say they fear." - sideliner July 28, 1932 - Bonus Army Executive Order 9066, signed by Franklin D. Roosevelt on February 19, 1942 - allowed for the internment of an entire race of people for a crime of nothing more than their ancestry. Also notice that it is not a law, but an Executive Order. May 4,1970 - Kent State 1 Agrees | 1 Disagrees | Report Abuse » Bobbie2Spike "Congress has to release the funds before the President can do anything. " I guess that's why he didn't do anything to save American lives in Benghazi either. 1 Agrees | 0 Disagrees | Report Abuse » Bobbie2Spike "How many of you really bought a gun to protect yourself from the government?" 76 killed at Waco including more than 20 children. what current familiar name was involved in that killing of civilians? Does the name Holder ring a bell? 1 Agrees | 0 Disagrees | Report Abuse » nobud74Spike, I own firearms for recreational shooting, to protect my family and property should the need arise and any other threat to my family's well being. Government included. I would hope that only the first of those items would ever come into play, but I am perfectly willing to engage the other two should they arise. 4 Agrees | 0 Disagrees | Report Abuse » philunderwoodSide, do you think there aren't any liberals in the Republican Party? You'll have to let us know your definition of Conservative, since many on the right didn't consider "Compassionate Conservatism" as anything but moderate; certainly not conservative. 3 Agrees | 0 Disagrees | Report Abuse » gavinf56...and for what it's worth, they were not all "armed citizens of Afghanistan" that fought the Soviets. 5 Agrees | 0 Disagrees | Report Abuse » gavinf56"Sticks and stones would not stop them." - rick424 No, but Stingers shooting down their Hind D's did. 5 Agrees | 1 Disagrees | Report Abuse » sidelinerenigma: "Have you ever heard of the slippery slope? ... Just keep sliding things in the direction you want to go, a little at a time until you get what you wanted all along." Is that the "slippery slope" upon which Conservatives got us into Iraq? Do you mean all that war-drum beating, innuendo, and rhetoric repeated so many times it became "fact?" THAT's "slippery slope" you are talking about? Please don't act like liberals are exclusive in their "love to use the method" when such glaring examples of the Republican party grooming the slope like masters are rampant through recent history. 1 Agrees | 6 Disagrees | Report Abuse » Showing 25 of 117 comments Show More Comments
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Sunday, February 17, 2013, at 3 p.m.
John Cranford Adams Playhouse, South Campus
A concert of music and dance that re-creates seminal performances and events by black artists and historical figures in commemoration of the 150th anniversary of the Emancipation Proclamation.
Hofstra student actors will guide the audience through a semi-historical narrative highlighting important milestones in African-American culture and the struggle for freedom in the United States and the world. The audience will hear re-enactments of Marian Anderson's famous 1939 concert on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial, tenor Roland Hayes' controversial recital debut in Germany, Billie Holiday's courageous performance of "Strange Fruit," and Nelson Mandela's address to a crowd of thousands in Cape Town, South Africa, following his release from prison in February 1990. Dances from ragtime to swing to a South African boot dance will tie the concert together.
This collaboration between the Department of Music and the Department of Drama and Dance will feature performances by the Hofstra Chamber Choir, Hofstra Jazz Ensemble, Hofstra Symphony Orchestra, and Hofstra student dancers and actors. Choral ensembles from Hempstead High School and Uniondale High School will also perform.
Esteemed guest artists include soprano, composer and writer Diana Solomon-Glover, who is also the curator of this event; choreographer Mickey Davidson; and internationally acclaimed tenor Robert Mack.
Tickets: $15 general admission, $12 senior citizen (over 65) or matriculated non-Hofstra student with ID. One free ticket with current faculty/staff/student HofstraCard.
NO REFUNDS. Late arrivals will be seated at the discretion of management.
This performance is made possible by a generous grant from the D'Addario Music Foundation (D'Addario Music Appreciation Initiative) as well as support from the Hofstra University Department of Music, Department of Drama and Dance, and Hofstra Cultural Center.


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Saturday night Oregon Ducks Wide receiver Josh Huff was cited for drunken driving.
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He was released to a friend.
He'll appear in traffic court March 23.
In 2011 for the Ducks he caught 31 passes for 430 yards and had 2 touchdowns


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'Death Note'
Wednesday through Thursday, April 29–30, 7:30PM at Palace 9 Cinemas in South Burlington. $12.50.
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Hideo Nakata directed this continuation of the popular manga in which a detective has just 23 days to live. Presented with subtitles on Wednesday, English-dubbed on Thursday.


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I thought Seth MacFarlane did a good job hosting last night! One of the more memorable moments was the "We Saw Your Boobs" skit, where Seth sang about all the movies where actresses showed off the girls.
And Charlize Theron was NOT amused. She looked completely disgusted when he gave her a shout out...
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Family's possessions go up in smoke
According to Esko Fire Chief Jeff Juntunen, someone reported smoke in the area at 2:01 a.m. Thursday, but by the time Carlton County deputies found the source of the smoke, the house at 110 Rio Drive had burned "right to the slab." Fortunately, there were no injuries or loss of life.By: Jana Peterson, Pine Journal
According to Esko Fire Chief Jeff Juntunen, someone reported smoke in the area at 2:01 a.m. Thursday, but by the time Carlton County deputies found the source of the smoke, the house at 110 Rio Drive had burned "right to the slab."
Fortunately, there were no injuries or loss of life. Unfortunately, the people renting the home lost everything … and they didn't have renters' insurance. Carlton County Sheriff Kelly Lake confirmed that the homeowner had been contacted since the fire.
Michael Quam was renting the house with his wife and her two children. An over-the-road trucker, Quam and his wife were in Iowa when they got the call at 3 a.m. saying the house was gone. Her children were at their father's home and the family's two pet Shih-Tzu-Poo dogs were in the truck with Quam and his wife.
"I was devastated," said Quam, about getting the news. "I didn't know what to think."
Although he had just gone to sleep about an hour before, he fired up the truck and headed north, to the place they'd called home since October, when Quam had signed a one-year lease with the owner, who was going overseas.
There was pretty much nothing left – all that was left standing was the fireplace and chimney. Quam said the house was cedar-sided with a garage connected to the home by a breezeway.
"I would imagine once the fire got going, it took off pretty fast with that siding," he said, adding they had been away from the home since the previous Sunday.
"I had the clothes on my back and whatever was in the semi," Quam said.
Quam said his wife is staying with her mother for now and he is going to be sleeping in his semi until they find another place to rent and stabilize financially.
Jill Hatfield, executive director of Volunteer Services of Carlton County, is coordinating an effort to help the Quams get back on their feet. While the Red Cross provided a couple nights' stay at a local hotel and some clothes, the family lost everything in the fire. Furniture, appliances, household items, clothing and general contractor's tools are needed. Specific sizes for all four family members are as follows: Men's size XL shirts; men's size 36/36 and 38/30 pants; men's shoes/boots size 10-1/2 and 12; women's size 12 and medium junior size tops; women's size 12 and 5 junior pants; women's size 8 shoes/boots; women's and men's socks; men's size XL pajama bottoms; and men's size large hats/caps and gloves.
To donate, call Volunteer Services of Carlton County at 218-879-9238. She asked that people call the office rather than bringing in donations, because – without a home – the Quams have no place to store donations. Grocery store and gas cards would be helpful in the short term.
Quam is optimistic. He is currently interviewing for a job that would allow him to stop truck driving and he's hoping he will be able to trade labor for contractor tools. Quam asked that anyone with tools to trade or donate call him at 715-969-4034.
"I'd be more than willing to swap my skills as a licensed carpenter for any kind of carpentry tools," Quam said in an interview Tuesday night. "I'm hoping to get a full-time job off the truck and build on the side. I'll work seven days a week until we can get back on our feet."
The cause of the fire is under investigation and is undetermined at this time, Juntunen said.
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C A+F Off-Campus Housing: The off-campus housing are townhouses near the college. They are close to the school but with traffic it could take longer to get to the college.
B A+F Facilities: Mount Ida is being re-furbished to include more eateries, more areas to study in peace and quiet and the heating and ventilation systems have been upgraded. First year there was horrible - no heat for almost a whole week.
A A+F Transportation: Free shuttle takes you to downtown where you can pick up the transit to get just about anywhere. Shuttle schedules are frequent and convenient.
B+ A+F Campus Strictness: Mount Ida is very strict when it comes to underage drinking. ID's have to be shown to get into the dorms where there are 21 and over students. Doors and locked and security drives around constantly. Mount Ida also does not tolerate violence, there is a risk of a total campus shutdown in the case of violence.
B A+F Diversity: There are a lot of students at Mount Ida that consider Mount Ida to be a family. Most students get along very well, but there are those few that refuse to have open minds and who have been brought up to believe that there is nothing wrong with discrimination. However at Mount Ida College - we don't roll that way. We are all equal and all capable of treating each other with respect and kindness.
B- A+F Nightlife: Nightlife at Mount Ida is not that great. I usually party off campus, 18+ clubs in providence or back home. For students 21 plus theres a lot of places around Boston that they can go to like bars & clubs.
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Zucchini-Pineapple-Nut BreadPosted Saturday, August 22, 2009, at 4:59 PM Covered wagon out by the Interstate
1-Cup corn oil 2-Cups sugar 3-Cups flour 1-Tsp salt 1-Tsp baking powder 1-Tsp baking soda 1-Cup crushed pineapple (Drained) 2-Cups grated drained zucchini 1-Cups chopped nuts 1-Tsp cinnamon Beat eggs, corn oil and sugar until fluffy. Add cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda and flour Stir in the zucchini and nuts. Grease and flour two bread pans. Add the batter to the bread pans. Bake 350 degrees for 1 hour or until done. Cool a few minutes and remove from pans to cooling rack to cool Comments Showing comments in chronological order [Show most recent comments first] Sounds great Joe. I have been freezing grated zucchini to use during the winter. This recipe hits the spot. Jessie -- Posted by jessiemiller on Sat, Aug 22, 2009, at 9:01 PM
Yummy ! I have made Zucchini Bread but never with Pineapple in it. It sounds delicious ........I'm going to have to get my hands on some Zucchini -- Posted by MsMarylin on Sun, Aug 23, 2009, at 11:46 AM
Jessie, thanks, if you are freezing zucchini you may want to peel, clean out the seeds and cut some up in 1/2" thick slices for the next recipe I am going to post on using zucchini. MsM, thanks zucchini bread is really good with pineapple in it. I was baking mine yetersday when I posted the recipe. -- Posted by Eagle_eye on Sun, Aug 23, 2009, at 11:59 AM
Joe, that sounds like a plan. And 'lo and behold, I happen to have MORE Zucchini. Whoedathunk there would be more zucchini. I have canned tomatoes, zucchini, zucchin with tomatoes, tomatoe sauce, spaghetti sauce, and made bread N butter pickles. I start back to school tomorrow, so wanted to get alot done. Now just the weekends for those things. I will definately be watching for more of your recipies. Jessie -- Posted by jessiemiller on Sun, Aug 23, 2009, at 5:21 PM
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J Anderson | Nice times Date Climbed: Aug 30, 2007 | |
06/17/2006 - I hiked up this one with Asher and realized just how long it had been sice I had last hiked. We decended Tolcat canyon. 08/30/2007 - Nice morning hike all by myself. | ||
Posted Aug 12, 2006 10:16 am |
Renardo | Bring lots of water Date Climbed: Aug 8, 2004 | |
I could also have titled this "Don't hike when its 100 degrees outside." Went through my 3 liters of water on the way up. Luckily there was a group at the summit that gave me plenty of water for the way down. Overall a great hike just outside of the city! | ||
Posted Aug 6, 2006 8:55 pm |
mtn_pika | Mt. Olympus Trail | |
Climbed with Susan in April 2005 and June 2006 -- very hot and steep. Although the majority of the trail is not very scenic as compared to other Wasatch climbs, the fun scramble towards the top and the summit views make this climb worth the effort. Looking forward to climbing this mountain in the winter. | ||
Posted Aug 4, 2006 5:47 pm |
pbogen | fun climb | |
Been to the top of this mountain four times. A great hike with a fun scramble at the top. | ||
Posted Aug 3, 2006 6:02 pm |
Jeremy Franchow | Mt. Olympus Trail and Wildcat Ridge | |
Climbed at least once, usually more, every year since 2000. | ||
Posted Jul 29, 2006 7:49 pm |
IdaClimber | Nice Climb | |
Good Climb | ||
Posted Jul 10, 2006 9:14 pm |
HighCountry | West Face 5.5-5.6 Date Climbed: Oct 22, 2005 | |
Can a climb go on forever? That's what we were thinking after about 15 pitches of 5.6. This is a great beginner's alpine climb. It is nice and laid back and had good pro all the way up. We ended up climbing huge full rope pitches on a 70 meter rope. This would be an easy route to free solo, but I don't suggest it. Best to descend the way you came up, we tried to hike off the backside and ended up on a nightmarish bushwhack late into the night. Amazing views all the way up make up for the less challenging climbing that is required. | ||
Posted Jul 8, 2006 3:16 pm |
Ed F | Mount Olympus Trail Date Climbed: Jun 28, 2006 | |
Nice hike with a fun scramble at the end. | ||
Posted Jun 28, 2006 9:33 pm |
Dorkteam6 | Nice climb Date Climbed: May 14, 2006 | |
Fourth time up to the south summit 05/14/06, 07/20/05, 07/03/05, and 5/13/04 North summit 07/20/05, from neffs canyon and 11/25/04 | ||
Posted Jun 14, 2006 6:37 pm |
Sarcasticseth | Mt Olympus Trail Date Climbed: Jul 27, 2005 | |
July last year was my trip up Olympus, it took my legs a little by surprise. Very beautiful hike, I heard a few snakes run off about 15 min after that first little creek. I have done the hike several times after, I hope to do it this week :) | ||
Posted May 10, 2006 9:24 pm |
mtn runr | Many times | |
A great run after work. I know a man who has summitted Olympus at least once in each consecutive MONTH for over ten years! | ||
Posted Apr 10, 2006 11:04 pm |
trinityalpsman | Olympus back when | |
Summited this baby several times back when I was a Runnin' Redskin at the U of U in the early 1960s. | ||
Posted Mar 22, 2006 5:06 am |
nebben | Many...all by Standard Route Date Climbed: Feb 26, 2006 | |
I finally got my lazy butt up to Mount Olympus today. My new Yaktrax worked great (on the way up), and I had the summit to myself. I scoped out some of the tricky looking Wildcat Ridge- very rugged! A family of goats came to see me trying to get down the snowy trail from the summit...maybe it was the sound of the metal on the Yaktrax? First February ascent of Olympus for me. Others in May-November. | ||
Posted Feb 27, 2006 2:21 am |
madjohnbo | Mt. Olympus Trail Date Climbed: Feb 20, 2006 | |
The snow was great climbing up. The trail was slick coming down. Crampons or some kind of traction on our boots would have been very helpful. | ||
Posted Feb 21, 2006 4:50 am |
Travis Atwood | Route Climbed: Mt. Olympus Trail Date Climbed: Apr 2, 2011 | |
4/2/2011 - Windy and warm. Snow conditions were completely different from last week. Climbed with Brian. 3/26/2011 - Snow climb with Ammon and Brian. 4/28/2007 - Nice little half day outing with Ammon, Kurt and Rob. 12/9/06 - Failed attempt. We stopped a few hundred feet from the top due to poor visibility and a heavy snow storm. Summer 2004 - Great hike and a terrific view of the valley. Start early and bring plenty of water. Also, watch out for rattlesnakes around the bottom. I about stepped on two on the way down. | ||
Posted Jan 29, 2006 11:55 pm |
madsjim | Route Climbed: Mt Olympus Trail Date Climbed: Summer of 2000 | |
This was my first mountain in the Wasatch and I loved the last scramble to the top, exposure is what makes it fun -Climbed 2/20/06, snow was nice, but no summit views because of a cloud, I highly recommend it in winter. | ||
Posted Jan 15, 2006 8:54 pm |
D-bo | Route Climbed: Mt. Olympus Trail Date Climbed: May 1999 | |
Foggy, drizzly day. Couldn't see the valley from summit. Maybe next time. | ||
Posted Jan 7, 2006 5:10 pm |
PellucidWombat | Route Climbed: Trail Date Climbed: December 30, 2005 | |
Did this hike with Joe Bullough just to get out during bad weather. I had to slow down as I hadn't worn my mountaineering boots all fall, but we still made the summit in 2:40. We encountered the worst climbing conditions we've yet experienced on this route, with most of the class 3 portion covered in verglass, which made for a fun/interesting climb w/o crampons or an ice axe! | ||
Posted Jan 4, 2006 2:00 pm |
mountianeer1080 | Route Climbed: NW Face Date Climbed: 10/26/05 | |
First long multi-pitch climb. It took us all day I know that, it was 12 pitches. I'm guessing it was between 1,500 and 2,000 feet. It was not that steep, pretty easy climbing but just really long. We were both pretty worn out by the time we got to the top. We headed back down and ended up bush wacking the whole way back, it really sucked. Then had to walk about a mile through the streets back to the car. | ||
Posted Nov 19, 2005 12:22 pm |
Bignick | Route Climbed: Mt Olympus Trail Date Climbed: Sept 26 05 | |
My son and I started hiking at 9:00 am and reached the stream crossing an hour later. Above this point all the Maples were vivid shades of red, orange, and yellow. The Oak was still green and fully leafed out. This as most always is an extremely hot hike when the sun is out and today was no exception. We arrived at the saddle shortly before noon and looked around and down into Heughs Canyon. We took our time and scrambled up to the summit. About halfway there I stopped for a few minutes and had some water and something to eat. My son lost the steep trail thru the rocks and went too far west and up an exposed rocky spur ridge to the summit. My son, now 26 had not done this hike for several years. When he was in ninth grade, he and two friends bicycled to the trailhead, and climbed the 4000' to the summit. He didn't remember the trail being so steep. Today we spent about an hour on the summit and partially climbed down the East side toward Wildcat Ridge looking for a way to Triangle Peak for a future climb. All in all a great hike. We made the car a little after 3:00 so my son could be to work by 4:00. | ||
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What though this weary earth-born flesh lie fetteredAuthor: Valdimar Briem; Translator: Charles Venn PilcherPublished in 1 hymnal |
What though this weary earth-born flesh lie fettered
In prison-house of night?
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Of the eternal peace.
Time's voices fade; in awe I hear the beating
Of God's great heart of love;
While on my breast the dews of healing quiet
Steal softly from above.
So on the mountain summit, domed in glory,
My pilgrim tent I'll raise:
'Tis good for me, thus close to God abiding,
To dwell through endless days;
To catch some beams of that divine effulgence
There from Christ's face outpoured,
Until my face transfigured glow reflecting
The glory of the Lord.
Then, when death comes, a cloud of mystic brightness
O'ershadowing shall draw near:
Within its folds soft calling, "My beloved,"
The Saviour's voice I'll hear.
Yea, though death's chill mist shroud life's flowery valley,
It hath no power to affright:
I raise mine eyes, and near me Jesus only
Stands in immortal light.
First Line: | What though this weary earth-born flesh lie fettered |
Title: | The Holy Mount |
Author: | Valdimar Briem |
Translator: | Charles Venn Pilcher |
Meter: | 22.214.171.124 D |
Language: | English |
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CODY, WY - The preliminary hearing for a Montana man suspected of kidnapping and assaulting an 11-year-old Wyoming girl at gunpoint has been continued.
The public defender for Jesse Paul Speer, 39, asked that Friday's 1:30 p.m. hearing to be continued. A new hearing date has not been set.
Speer appeared before Circuit Court Judge Bruce Waters in Park County, Wyoming last Friday. He said he understands the charges against him, which include kidnapping, aggravated assault and use of a firearm. The judge also said bond will remain at $2 million cash only.
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However, Park County Attorney Bryan Skoric told Judge Waters he believed it was necessary for the state to impose a $2 million bond.
"The nature and circumstance of the offenses charged are very serious charges, your Honor, involving some of the most dangerous conduct imaginable," said Skoric. "An out of state adult traveling in to this community abducted a young child, assaulting her, leaving her in a desolate area in the country in alleged hypothermic conditions."
Bond has not been posted and he remains in the Park County Wyoming Detention Center.
On Oct. 17, Speer was extradited back to Wyoming after he was apprehended in Belgrade and held in Gallatin County without bond.
On Monday, Oct. 8, an 11-year-old girl was abducted by a man who enticed her into his SUV by asking for help finding his missing puppy. She was later found and reunited with her family.
Surveillance cameras and witnesses led authorities to Speer who is a photographer in the Bozeman area and who most recently lived in Manhattan.
Cody Police Chief Perry Rockvam said on Monday that Speer could face more charges.