The Mom Trap: A Mommy Review Blog

Fred Phelps and the Poltergist Movie Preacher

Wednesday, March 10, 2010

Well, it seems that Fred Phelps and his hate-spirited, judgmental clan is back in the news.

Seems that the U.S. Supreme Court has decided to hear a case filed by the father of a slain Marine on the issue of whether the protest held by Phelps' congregation crossed the line from freedom of speech to harrassment.

This could turn easily turn into a landmark case. And I fear the outcome.

While I think there is no doubt a special place in hell for the self-righteous, judgment-passing "Christians" that are more like dumb sheep following Phelps' every command in the name of religion, I still think they have the right to protest within the public confines.

My father, uncles, grandfather, and great-grandfathers gave years of their lives to this country for the freedoms we enjoy. Including freedom of speech.

And even though I may HATE (and, yes, I understand that fine line between strong dislike and hate) what he is saying, where he is saying, and how he is saying it, I still believe he has a right to say it.

If we open the door to one government restriction, we open the door to many more. Many, many more.

Like I said, I think Phelps and his "Christians" (I'm not referencing Christians in general here, notice I am referring to this specific group) will pay for their wicked acts in ways we will never know; but that is up to God, not us - and in the meantime I want to retain my freedom of speech.

Anyway....getting off my soapbox since that wasn't the point of my post anyway.

Am I the only one who thinks that Fred Phelps has an uncanny similarity to the preacher in the Poltergist movie?

Can you see it? Isn't it just downright creepy?

Can I Get Chocolate to Go with My Cheese and Whine?

Tuesday, March 9, 2010

It's been a horribly long winter here.

Or so it seems. At least compared to places, like, um, California and Florida. Maybe.

Anyway...

So when that annoying little weather man on WKRN said this past weekend was going to be temps were going to be reaching the 60s, I was ready to get OUT!

Then the little kids got sick.

Ugh.

I'm praying for all it's worth, "Dear God, please, oh, please, oh, please let them better by the weekend."

I should have been more specific.

They were better. I wasn't.

And I'm still not.

I woke up Saturday morning with a sore throat so severe I thought I had strep throat.

Let me explain how bad it was: I avoid doctors like the plague. I go for two reasons: I'm dying or I'm pregnant.

Saturday morning, it was so bad I thought it could lead to dying.

And, of course, it's the weekend. Around here, that means the only doctor to see is at the ER; a place where you could die from old age before being seen.

So I trucked on over a couple of towns to one of those Walgreen's Take Care Clinics. (Did I mention those things are super handy?)

It's not strep throat. Apparently just a vicious version of the common cold.

But I didn't get a day out. Just a day (two, actually) in bed. Doped up on Sudafed and orange juice.

I still feel like doody on a stick. (Not sure what that is, but it's an ugly little saying I've gotten in the habit of saying.)

But the most wonderful husband in the world (mine, in case you were wondering) has promised to bring me home some chocolate.

I'm the luckiest, puniest crybaby in the world!
Kimmie

Mirra Mirra On the Wall (Product Review and Giveaway)

Monday, March 8, 2010

Good morning everyone! Are you ready to hear about another great product and geared up for a GIVE-A-WAY!

Today I want to tell you about a new, awesome beauty products line being introduced by Kroger called Mirra.

As a member of the Global Influence Network, I recently received, courtesy of The Kroger Company, a complimentary kit to try that included several of these natural ingredient products. And here's my thoughts:

Daily Shampoo and Conditioner: Specifies that it smoothes and tames - which can SO apply to my hair! lol - but while the scent is AWESOME and my hair was very soft, it just couldn't control my unruly locks.
Daily Strong Sculpting Gel: Again, the scent ROCKS! And I loved this gel! It gave my hair great shape without the icky stiffness or stickness you get from some gels.
Replenshing Body Wash: Made with a combination of honey extracts, bamboo, and glyceryl oleate, this body wash has the best scent you could ever hope for (are you seeing a pattern here?)! While it replenishes my skin, the sweet smelling gives off a "sense of well-being." I just felt more energetic. Wow!
Exfoliating and Detoxifying Cleanser: With a blend of apricot (which smelled oh. so. good!) and oxygenated derma-beads, this product gently removes dead cells and nutures cell renewal. This product was just what I expected; nothing more, nothing less. The results from it were comparable to other brands with the same claims. But it smells good! lol
Micro Remodeling Cream: This product promises to firm you up in those saggy little spots like your chin, jaw line, and brows. Well...after two weeks I didn't see any signs of firming, or even a little uplifting, but it did make skin incredibly smooth. So I've decided to use it as a moisturizer instead; and if the firming ever comes along, then great. (Oh, as for smell, it's okay but nothing like the other products in this line!)

Out of a score of 100, I'd readily give the Mirra beauty products a score of 85. Keep in mind, everyone's skin is different so what may not have worked for me may very well work for you.

Try it and see! And click here to save $5.00 off your purchase at any Kroger or Kroger brand store.

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