Ok, I have to tell you. I have always wondered about married actors/actresses kissing others during the making of a movie. I have a hard time justifying it just for a job, you know?
So I was wondering last night about the actress in the movie and confirmed that it was NOT Kirk Cameron's wife in the film with him. Then I was curious about the only kissing scene in the whole movie. I was in disbelief that he would kiss another woman that way. It was such an intimate moment, but done so that maybe it wasn't the actress.
I was right....I just read the fireproof blog and they flew in his wife just for the last scene. Isn't that romantic?
Thursday, October 30, 2008
FIREPROOF the movie
I just wanted to update you on our movie experience. Yesterday was my husband's and my 14th wedding anniversary. We decided to take an evening away from the kids and go see the movie FIREPROOF which I spoke about in an earlier post.
I thought the movie was fantastic. It was clean, no foul language.....nothing the kids couldn't see. Obviously, the actors weren't big name actors, so some of the acting was subpar, but it didn't hurt the film at all. They were completely believable and true to life. There was a enough action in the movie to keep you on the edge of your seat and holding your breath for what was going to happen next. There was enough comedy in the movie to make it funny and it didn't feel like a chic flick.
Now for the emotional part. Yes, I cried.....balled through most of it. My husband even got glassy eyed and sniffly. There is no way you can be married or at least emotionally involved with someone, and not be moved by this movie. I started tearing up in the first 2 minutes of the movie, but I fought back full blown tears. By the end I just gave up and let them stream down my face. (Bring tissues if you go see it....you WILL need them!) The story line was right on the mark. In fact I could relate with so much of it, it was scary. It had my husband and I nudging each other saying, "sound familiar?" and "been there, done that" many many times.
Of course this is a religious film and talks about Christ and how he loves you and only wants what's best for you. But even if you are turned off by that message, you would enjoy this movie and it's story line. There is so much more to it. Even if your marriage is good, you will find that maybe you could treat your partner a little better, make him/her feel a little more cherished then you do.
Please, go see this movie. You will be glad you did. Click the link to see the trailer.
FIREPROOF the movie
I thought the movie was fantastic. It was clean, no foul language.....nothing the kids couldn't see. Obviously, the actors weren't big name actors, so some of the acting was subpar, but it didn't hurt the film at all. They were completely believable and true to life. There was a enough action in the movie to keep you on the edge of your seat and holding your breath for what was going to happen next. There was enough comedy in the movie to make it funny and it didn't feel like a chic flick.
Now for the emotional part. Yes, I cried.....balled through most of it. My husband even got glassy eyed and sniffly. There is no way you can be married or at least emotionally involved with someone, and not be moved by this movie. I started tearing up in the first 2 minutes of the movie, but I fought back full blown tears. By the end I just gave up and let them stream down my face. (Bring tissues if you go see it....you WILL need them!) The story line was right on the mark. In fact I could relate with so much of it, it was scary. It had my husband and I nudging each other saying, "sound familiar?" and "been there, done that" many many times.
Of course this is a religious film and talks about Christ and how he loves you and only wants what's best for you. But even if you are turned off by that message, you would enjoy this movie and it's story line. There is so much more to it. Even if your marriage is good, you will find that maybe you could treat your partner a little better, make him/her feel a little more cherished then you do.
Please, go see this movie. You will be glad you did. Click the link to see the trailer.
FIREPROOF the movie
Tuesday, October 28, 2008
Wanna go see a great movie?
If you have seen FACING THE GIANTS and enjoyed it, then you will probably like FIREPROOF. It's produced by the same people. I haven't seen it yet, but the trailer drove me to tears, so I am sure that the movie will have me balling like a baby!!
Check out the website and trailer here: FIREPROOF the movie
My husband and I are going to go see it real soon and I will be sure to come back and tell you how it was. If you've seen it, then come share what you thought here.
Check out the website and trailer here: FIREPROOF the movie
My husband and I are going to go see it real soon and I will be sure to come back and tell you how it was. If you've seen it, then come share what you thought here.
Monday, October 27, 2008
Have you ever had to put your foot down.....
Ever have to put your foot down with your kids and feel bad doing it?
My 13 year old has reached the age where Mom is old and dumb and doesn't know anything, least of all how a young girl should dress.
For Halloween this year she decided she wanted to be a jailbird. We discussed the details very little but I told her that I would look for fabric, but if it wasn't cheap enough, we'd probably buy the costume at the store. Well, turns out that a local fabric store had a pink and black stripe fabric on clearance for $3 a yard, so I snatched it up knowing that she would love it. I was right, she was really excited. Then we started discussing the costume that she wanted to make.
Turns out, her idea of a jailbird and my idea of a jailbird are two very different things. I saw the big baggy pants and long sleeve top. She saw the cute minidress, sleeveless with matching arm sleeves and pink wings to go with it (where does that fit in with a jailbird?). It was something that after careful investigation I could only find under the category of SEXY FEMALE COSTUMES. So I told her it wasn't appropriate and she said the baggy costume I had in mind wasn't "CUTE"! Well after discussing it a couple times, I finally put my foot down. She could either do the pants and shirt combination, or a sack dress style with sleeves (knee length of course), or she would not have a costume at all, since I had already spent the money on fabric.
I felt kind of bad, like I was taking all the fun out of it, but personally going for the cutsie costumes instead of being creative and creating something from scratch takes all the fun out of Halloween.
Guess what she chose.........NO COSTUME at all. I think she thought that I would cave when she told me that and allow her what she wanted. Not a chance. I think that Halloween has been so heavily commercialized that it's no longer a fun holiday for the kids. I really don't care whether we celebrate it or not. Gone are the days of cute kids dressed up like bunnies and lions and Cinderella. Gone are the days of kids putting together their own costumes from Goodwill or the trunk in Grandma's attic.
So what would you have done? How are you feeling about Halloween these days? Have you noticed that the costumes have gotten sexier and sexier even for the little ones? I think its high time that more of us put our foot down and refuse to let our little girls dress like that. How about you?
My 13 year old has reached the age where Mom is old and dumb and doesn't know anything, least of all how a young girl should dress.
For Halloween this year she decided she wanted to be a jailbird. We discussed the details very little but I told her that I would look for fabric, but if it wasn't cheap enough, we'd probably buy the costume at the store. Well, turns out that a local fabric store had a pink and black stripe fabric on clearance for $3 a yard, so I snatched it up knowing that she would love it. I was right, she was really excited. Then we started discussing the costume that she wanted to make.
Turns out, her idea of a jailbird and my idea of a jailbird are two very different things. I saw the big baggy pants and long sleeve top. She saw the cute minidress, sleeveless with matching arm sleeves and pink wings to go with it (where does that fit in with a jailbird?). It was something that after careful investigation I could only find under the category of SEXY FEMALE COSTUMES. So I told her it wasn't appropriate and she said the baggy costume I had in mind wasn't "CUTE"! Well after discussing it a couple times, I finally put my foot down. She could either do the pants and shirt combination, or a sack dress style with sleeves (knee length of course), or she would not have a costume at all, since I had already spent the money on fabric.
I felt kind of bad, like I was taking all the fun out of it, but personally going for the cutsie costumes instead of being creative and creating something from scratch takes all the fun out of Halloween.
Guess what she chose.........NO COSTUME at all. I think she thought that I would cave when she told me that and allow her what she wanted. Not a chance. I think that Halloween has been so heavily commercialized that it's no longer a fun holiday for the kids. I really don't care whether we celebrate it or not. Gone are the days of cute kids dressed up like bunnies and lions and Cinderella. Gone are the days of kids putting together their own costumes from Goodwill or the trunk in Grandma's attic.
So what would you have done? How are you feeling about Halloween these days? Have you noticed that the costumes have gotten sexier and sexier even for the little ones? I think its high time that more of us put our foot down and refuse to let our little girls dress like that. How about you?
Thursday, October 23, 2008
The Giggle Girls have the Winter Blues!!
The Giggle Girls have the Winter Blues! Come check out all our newest designs in different shades of blue!!
Click on the logo to see our designs!
Click on the logo to see our designs!
God is still there....
He's still there, even now, during hard times. He will gladly hold back the storm and give you peace of mind. He loves you and wants you to be happy and safe.
In this time of need for so many people, I thought that this might inspire some of you to press on.....he's still there caring for us and protecting us.
Lifehouse "Everything" skit
In this time of need for so many people, I thought that this might inspire some of you to press on.....he's still there caring for us and protecting us.
Lifehouse "Everything" skit
Tuesday, October 21, 2008
Check out these satires.
Again, I will not debate politics, but these are hilarious!!!
I actually had to laugh at both of these.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LPG25Wf0aa4&feature=related
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FiQJ9Xp0xxU
I actually had to laugh at both of these.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LPG25Wf0aa4&feature=related
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FiQJ9Xp0xxU
Monday, October 20, 2008
10 Mistakes of WAHMs and How to Avoid Them
By Jennifer Rogers,
Founder and Owner Moms United in Business, LLC
1. Being a social networking butterfly: Joining many networking sites without taking the time to truly connect on a personal level with members. Not building quality relationships, only looking out for #1 to increase sales and profit.
Solution: Narrow down your networking groups to 1-3 and commit yourself to taking time to truly connect with other members. It is not the number of connections you make that contributes to your success, but the quality of your connections and relationships. Not sure what sites/groups you want to devote your precious free time to? Really investigate what each site/group has to offer and if you feel at home there. While one site/group may be an awesome networking source for another WAHM it may not be a perfect fit for you. Find the sites/groups that are inline with your personality, your own goals and that you actually enjoy being a member. Social Networking online, also referred to as Web 2.0, can be very time consuming. Don't waste your time being a social butterfly getting nowhere fast. Use your time wisely and narrow down your social networking avenues.
2. Advertising/Spamming: Promoting your business anywhere and everywhere with no regard for professional networking or building relationships with potential clients/customers.
Solution: While using ad groups, forums and advertising networking sites can be beneficial it should not be the only marketing campaign you use. You should not waste time spending hours upon hours sending out email blasts and the like. When you have been in business long enough you will see that these methods of making sales do not really work all that well, if at all. Use ad groups and lists in moderation. Nothing screams unprofessional more than a spammer. I see the same WAHMs over and over again posting the same ads in various forums and groups and most of the times those are the same ones that complain about how much time they spend working their business without monetary results.
3. Using poor grammar and spelling: Not taking the time to proof read emails (even social/personal emails), not bothering to capitalize words when appropriate, and multiple spelling errors.
Solution: This too screams unprofessional. We all make mistakes, typos and the like. However, and I know you have seen them, those that post without care or thought into what they are writing. Take the time to proof read all posts and emails. Your written words have as much of an impact online as first impressions have off line.
4. Expecting instant results: Being in business a matter of days, weeks or months and expecting a steady income.
Solution: Understand that most home based businesses do NOT see an actual profit within the first year, and a lot do not see a steady income for up to 3 years. Keep in mind, you reap what you sow, and if you continue to work hard, have patience and keep a steady pace you can be successful. Remember the fable the Tortoise and the Hare?
5. No follow up: Not following up with previous clients/customers or potiential clients/customers.
Solution: Go above and beyond. Send a personal note or card via Snail Mail thanking your client/customer for their business. At the very least, send a follow up email immediately and then one more a few weeks or months down the road. A word of caution, be genuine, this is NOT the time to advertise your business. Do NOT send a note, card or email merely promoting your business or newest products. If mailing out a note or card, feel free to include your business card. Offer a newsletter through your site or blog for those interested in this kind of information.
6. Not using a signature tag in your emails or forum postings.
Solution: Always include a signature tag with your business links and brief info. While some groups and forums do not allow you to do this, a lot do. If it is allowed take advantage, if it is not, abide by the owner's rules and remove any signature tags when posting to those particular groups or forums. Keep your signature brief and to the point. It is aggrevating when a signature includes 20 links with information, huge banners or graphics. Again, this screams unprofessional.
7. No concrete short and long term goals.
Solution: Take the time to write out your short term and long term goals. This will keep you focused and on track. Planning is everything. Long term goals can include a year from now or more. Break down your goals to both weekly and daily goals to make them easier to accomplish and to keep you from feeling overwhelmed.
8. Lack of quality content on sites, blogs and in newsletters.
Solution: Use your sites, blogs and newsletters as avenues to connect with your visitors and readers. Do not use your sites, blogs and newsletters as only an avenue for advertising your products or services. Those are a dime a dozen. Keep your content fresh and geared to your target market. Offer them concrete information they can use or relate to. If writing your own content intimidates you, or is not your strength, use free reprint articles. There are thousands of free articles for reprint sites. Take advantage of them!
9. Not offering freebies/giveaways.
Solution: Offer exciting contests, freebies and giveaways. Nothing draws interest and traffic more than offering something for nothing. BNI (Business Networking International) uses the concept of "Giver's Gain". What does this mean? By giving of yourself, your time, and yes even your products, you will gain more in the end. You could also look at this as another example of you reap what you sow, or what some refer to as "karma". Give and you will recieve.
10. Suffering from Burnout.
Solution: Make time for yourself! As wahms we are constantly giving to others, and while I do advocate the above concept, this includes giving to yourself as well. When you are stressed and suffering from burnout everyone and everything suffers. Remember, this is a marathon, not a sprint. To be at your best and to not succumb to burnout you must pace yourself when juggling the stresses of work and family. You must make yourself a priority on your to do list. You will end up being more fulfilled, more content and more productive.
By Jennifer Rogers,
Founder and Owner Moms United in Business, LLC
1. Being a social networking butterfly: Joining many networking sites without taking the time to truly connect on a personal level with members. Not building quality relationships, only looking out for #1 to increase sales and profit.
Solution: Narrow down your networking groups to 1-3 and commit yourself to taking time to truly connect with other members. It is not the number of connections you make that contributes to your success, but the quality of your connections and relationships. Not sure what sites/groups you want to devote your precious free time to? Really investigate what each site/group has to offer and if you feel at home there. While one site/group may be an awesome networking source for another WAHM it may not be a perfect fit for you. Find the sites/groups that are inline with your personality, your own goals and that you actually enjoy being a member. Social Networking online, also referred to as Web 2.0, can be very time consuming. Don't waste your time being a social butterfly getting nowhere fast. Use your time wisely and narrow down your social networking avenues.
2. Advertising/Spamming: Promoting your business anywhere and everywhere with no regard for professional networking or building relationships with potential clients/customers.
Solution: While using ad groups, forums and advertising networking sites can be beneficial it should not be the only marketing campaign you use. You should not waste time spending hours upon hours sending out email blasts and the like. When you have been in business long enough you will see that these methods of making sales do not really work all that well, if at all. Use ad groups and lists in moderation. Nothing screams unprofessional more than a spammer. I see the same WAHMs over and over again posting the same ads in various forums and groups and most of the times those are the same ones that complain about how much time they spend working their business without monetary results.
3. Using poor grammar and spelling: Not taking the time to proof read emails (even social/personal emails), not bothering to capitalize words when appropriate, and multiple spelling errors.
Solution: This too screams unprofessional. We all make mistakes, typos and the like. However, and I know you have seen them, those that post without care or thought into what they are writing. Take the time to proof read all posts and emails. Your written words have as much of an impact online as first impressions have off line.
4. Expecting instant results: Being in business a matter of days, weeks or months and expecting a steady income.
Solution: Understand that most home based businesses do NOT see an actual profit within the first year, and a lot do not see a steady income for up to 3 years. Keep in mind, you reap what you sow, and if you continue to work hard, have patience and keep a steady pace you can be successful. Remember the fable the Tortoise and the Hare?
5. No follow up: Not following up with previous clients/customers or potiential clients/customers.
Solution: Go above and beyond. Send a personal note or card via Snail Mail thanking your client/customer for their business. At the very least, send a follow up email immediately and then one more a few weeks or months down the road. A word of caution, be genuine, this is NOT the time to advertise your business. Do NOT send a note, card or email merely promoting your business or newest products. If mailing out a note or card, feel free to include your business card. Offer a newsletter through your site or blog for those interested in this kind of information.
6. Not using a signature tag in your emails or forum postings.
Solution: Always include a signature tag with your business links and brief info. While some groups and forums do not allow you to do this, a lot do. If it is allowed take advantage, if it is not, abide by the owner's rules and remove any signature tags when posting to those particular groups or forums. Keep your signature brief and to the point. It is aggrevating when a signature includes 20 links with information, huge banners or graphics. Again, this screams unprofessional.
7. No concrete short and long term goals.
Solution: Take the time to write out your short term and long term goals. This will keep you focused and on track. Planning is everything. Long term goals can include a year from now or more. Break down your goals to both weekly and daily goals to make them easier to accomplish and to keep you from feeling overwhelmed.
8. Lack of quality content on sites, blogs and in newsletters.
Solution: Use your sites, blogs and newsletters as avenues to connect with your visitors and readers. Do not use your sites, blogs and newsletters as only an avenue for advertising your products or services. Those are a dime a dozen. Keep your content fresh and geared to your target market. Offer them concrete information they can use or relate to. If writing your own content intimidates you, or is not your strength, use free reprint articles. There are thousands of free articles for reprint sites. Take advantage of them!
9. Not offering freebies/giveaways.
Solution: Offer exciting contests, freebies and giveaways. Nothing draws interest and traffic more than offering something for nothing. BNI (Business Networking International) uses the concept of "Giver's Gain". What does this mean? By giving of yourself, your time, and yes even your products, you will gain more in the end. You could also look at this as another example of you reap what you sow, or what some refer to as "karma". Give and you will recieve.
10. Suffering from Burnout.
Solution: Make time for yourself! As wahms we are constantly giving to others, and while I do advocate the above concept, this includes giving to yourself as well. When you are stressed and suffering from burnout everyone and everything suffers. Remember, this is a marathon, not a sprint. To be at your best and to not succumb to burnout you must pace yourself when juggling the stresses of work and family. You must make yourself a priority on your to do list. You will end up being more fulfilled, more content and more productive.
Thursday, October 16, 2008
Don't Quit!!
Don't Quit
by: Unknown Author
When things go wrong as they sometimes will,
When the road you're trudging seems all uphill,
When funds are low and the debts are high,
And you want to smile, but you have to sigh.
When care is pressing you down a bit.
Rest, if you must, but don't you quit.
Life is queer with its twists and turns
As every one of us sometimes learns.
And many a failure turns about
When he might have won had he stuck it out:
Don't give up though the pace seems slow
-You may succeed with another blow.
Success is failure turned inside out
-The silver tint of the clouds of doubt.
And you never can tell how close you are.
It may be near when it seems so far:
So stick to the fight when you're hardest hit
It's when things seem worst that you must not quit.
Wednesday, October 15, 2008
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