Comments for Mommy Brain Life http://www.mommybrainlife.com How I Get By With Mommy Brain Wed, 25 Jan 2012 22:14:32 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 Comment on Dear Orkin Man… Bug off! by Product Reviews http://www.mommybrainlife.com/dear-orkin-man-bug-off/comment-page-1/#comment-2191 Product Reviews Wed, 25 Jan 2012 22:14:32 +0000 http://www.mommybrainlife.com/?p=649#comment-2191 Thanks Monica for sharing excellent information. Your web site is very cool. I`m impressed by the details that you`ve on this site. It reveals how nicely you perceive this subject. Bookmarked this website page, will come back for more articles. Thanks Monica for sharing excellent information. Your web site is very cool. I`m impressed by the details that you`ve on this site. It reveals how nicely you perceive this subject. Bookmarked this website page, will come back for more articles.

]]> Comment on Well this kinda stinks by My fitness goals … OMG I’m jumping in head first… | Monica Brady http://www.mommybrainlife.com/well-this-kinda-stinks/comment-page-1/#comment-2123 My fitness goals … OMG I’m jumping in head first… | Monica Brady Wed, 21 Sep 2011 16:41:46 +0000 http://www.mommybrainlife.com/?p=849#comment-2123 [...] still is… My goal for 2011 was to run a 5K… and I probably would have done it, until I fell down the stairs and twisted my ankle.  I still had that goal for 2012. I want more than anything to accomplish at least one of my [...] [...] still is… My goal for 2011 was to run a 5K… and I probably would have done it, until I fell down the stairs and twisted my ankle.  I still had that goal for 2012. I want more than anything to accomplish at least one of my [...]

]]> Comment on My Daughter was allowed out with a stranger… by rose http://www.mommybrainlife.com/my-daughter-was-allowed-out-with-a-stranger/comment-page-1/#comment-2051 rose Tue, 16 Aug 2011 20:41:33 +0000 http://www.mommymoments.net/?p=14#comment-2051 My purse was stolen in Natomas parking lot, staff said they have no cameras. Plus not staff has called me back My purse was stolen in Natomas parking lot, staff said they have no cameras. Plus not staff has called me back

]]> Comment on Dear Netflix… by Monica http://www.mommybrainlife.com/dear-netflix/comment-page-1/#comment-1778 Monica Wed, 13 Jul 2011 00:34:49 +0000 http://www.mommybrainlife.com/?p=919#comment-1778 Nicole, It looks like it's going to go up for all of the plans... They're tacking on the $7.99 streaming to all of them... Nicole,
It looks like it’s going to go up for all of the plans… They’re tacking on the $7.99 streaming to all of them…

]]> Comment on Dear Netflix… by Nicole http://www.mommybrainlife.com/dear-netflix/comment-page-1/#comment-1772 Nicole Tue, 12 Jul 2011 22:20:40 +0000 http://www.mommybrainlife.com/?p=919#comment-1772 Yes, I got the same email that you got. Not happy about it at all. We already pay for the 3 DVDs so I'm trying to see if our cost goes up. It looks like its just for the 1 DVD a month, but I'll tell you what, it makes me mad and it will be VERY easy to leave at this point. We have NOT been a customer for years, only about 5 months, so it will be an expense we don't have to pay, so $20 a month for another service. Any ideas of who is better? We use redbox a lot but not as many choices. What about for streaming.... I hate this because Netflix dominates the market - allowing us to use it through our Wii has been a perk. Grrr..... Yes, I got the same email that you got. Not happy about it at all. We already pay for the 3 DVDs so I’m trying to see if our cost goes up. It looks like its just for the 1 DVD a month, but I’ll tell you what, it makes me mad and it will be VERY easy to leave at this point. We have NOT been a customer for years, only about 5 months, so it will be an expense we don’t have to pay, so $20 a month for another service. Any ideas of who is better? We use redbox a lot but not as many choices.
What about for streaming…. I hate this because Netflix dominates the market – allowing us to use it through our Wii has been a perk. Grrr…..

]]> Comment on Dear Netflix… by Handy Man, Crafty Woman http://www.mommybrainlife.com/dear-netflix/comment-page-1/#comment-1771 Handy Man, Crafty Woman Tue, 12 Jul 2011 22:16:55 +0000 http://www.mommybrainlife.com/?p=919#comment-1771 Ugh, this is irritating! we switched to Netflix about a year ago. We used to have blockbuster but their customer service was crap (not to mention they were having financial trouble.) We had the 1 DVD/unlimited streaming plan w/ Netflix. I feel like a hostage, are there any other mail services? I guess I'll drop the streaming option, we can never get that to work well, anyway. Ugh, this is irritating! we switched to Netflix about a year ago. We used to have blockbuster but their customer service was crap (not to mention they were having financial trouble.) We had the 1 DVD/unlimited streaming plan w/ Netflix. I feel like a hostage, are there any other mail services? I guess I’ll drop the streaming option, we can never get that to work well, anyway.

]]> Comment on Losing My Religion… by Cecilia http://www.mommybrainlife.com/losing-my-religion/comment-page-1/#comment-1605 Cecilia Wed, 29 Jun 2011 02:24:37 +0000 http://www.mommybrainlife.com/?p=868#comment-1605 Hello Monica, I think it IS good to question why you are one particular religion as opposed to another one. We are supposed to have a reason for what we believe. Remember in your searching that it's not about what you 'feel' but about what is true. Plain and simple- the Catholics and Protestants CAN'T both be right. They're too different. I urge you to, as you explain things to your daughters, look into why the Catholic church is so appealing. What church Jesus left with the apostles and what church has apostolic successors, has no human founder, and believes that Jesus is in the Eucharist (I am the bread of life. Whoever eats this bread will live forever...). I would urge you to look into Scott Hahn as the above comment said and also into a group call Catholic Answers. They put out a wonderful pamphlet called 'Pillar of Fire, Pillar of Truth.' I myself was raised Catholic and I remain Catholic and always will because it makes sense- logic is a beautiful thing. The Bible says you shall know the truth and the truth shall set you free. I'll say some prayers for your spiritual journey. Hello Monica,

I think it IS good to question why you are one particular religion as opposed to another one. We are supposed to have a reason for what we believe. Remember in your searching that it’s not about what you ‘feel’ but about what is true. Plain and simple- the Catholics and Protestants CAN’T both be right. They’re too different. I urge you to, as you explain things to your daughters, look into why the Catholic church is so appealing. What church Jesus left with the apostles and what church has apostolic successors, has no human founder, and believes that Jesus is in the Eucharist (I am the bread of life. Whoever eats this bread will live forever…). I would urge you to look into Scott Hahn as the above comment said and also into a group call Catholic Answers. They put out a wonderful pamphlet called ‘Pillar of Fire, Pillar of Truth.’ I myself was raised Catholic and I remain Catholic and always will because it makes sense- logic is a beautiful thing. The Bible says you shall know the truth and the truth shall set you free. I’ll say some prayers for your spiritual journey.

]]> Comment on Losing My Religion… by Jen http://www.mommybrainlife.com/losing-my-religion/comment-page-1/#comment-1483 Jen Tue, 07 Jun 2011 00:11:21 +0000 http://www.mommybrainlife.com/?p=868#comment-1483 Hey there, Loved this post! I think it important that everyone at some point in their life explore why they are a part of a specific denomination and try to find where they best fit. I grew up Baptist and my husband Lutheran. Neither of us really "gained" much in the process, other than learning pointless rules that led no one closer to God. It wasn't until we went looking for more and searching for God that we found where we belonged. We have chosen to step away from denomination and chose a church that is focused on God, the bible, relationship with Jesus, and serving in the community. By the way, it has some rockin' praise and worship music. My husband and I have always been extremely musical and this was our door(so to speak) into a deeper relationship with God. I have been through a lot in my life and needless to say I never would have made it without God's mercy, grace, and the education that I have received to trust in and have faith in God through it all. I choose relationship over religion any day!! I'd love to share it with you! Hey there,

Loved this post! I think it important that everyone at some point in their life explore why they are a part of a specific denomination and try to find where they best fit. I grew up Baptist and my husband Lutheran. Neither of us really “gained” much in the process, other than learning pointless rules that led no one closer to God. It wasn’t until we went looking for more and searching for God that we found where we belonged. We have chosen to step away from denomination and chose a church that is focused on God, the bible, relationship with Jesus, and serving in the community. By the way, it has some rockin’ praise and worship music. My husband and I have always been extremely musical and this was our door(so to speak) into a deeper relationship with God. I have been through a lot in my life and needless to say I never would have made it without God’s mercy, grace, and the education that I have received to trust in and have faith in God through it all. I choose relationship over religion any day!! I’d love to share it with you!

]]> Comment on Losing My Religion… by Tamara Walker @MomRN http://www.mommybrainlife.com/losing-my-religion/comment-page-1/#comment-1482 Tamara Walker @MomRN Mon, 06 Jun 2011 21:17:57 +0000 http://www.mommybrainlife.com/?p=868#comment-1482 Monica, I'm sure there are many moms who have had very similar feelings and thoughts, regardless of the church they belong to or grew up in. I wasn't raised in the Catholic church but my father was. His family left when my grandparents divorced when he was in high school. After that, he never attended church regularly. When my parents divorced, we attended Methodist churches for awhile and eventually ended up in Baptist churches. I've always wondered what it would have been like had I been raised as a Catholic. How my beliefs or views might be different than they are now or would they? I've attended a Catholic mass and a couple of Catholic weddings with family members who converted to Catholicism. It was beautiful and I loved how reverent it was, but to me, if felt too ritualistic. I'm not putting it down at all, it was just not what I'm used to and it felt like it wasn't for me. I've attended quite a few different denominations but have mostly been in Baptist churches and my kids have been raised in a Baptist church and in a Covenant church, which was very similar to Baptist. However, I've had the same questions about what is best for our family and which church is the right one for us. In the end, what I've decided and tried to stress to my kids is that it is not about the denomination, or the building, or even "religion" itself. For me, it is all about relationship. If you have a relationship with Jesus Christ then it doesn't matter as much if you are Catholic, Baptist, Methodist, Lutheran, etc. Different denominations may have very different ways of doing things and may disagree on things that are temporal, but as long as we agree on the eternal things, that is what matters most. It saddens me when other believers put someone down for questioning, searching for answers, or choosing something other than they would choose. Some Christians can be very judgmental and that is not what Christ taught at all. You are seeking for what will bring you closest in your relationship with Him and what will be best for your children and God will honor that and bless you for it, whether you stay in the Catholic church or choose another path. Praying for you and your family, Monica, and praying God will guide and bless you as you seek for the best for your family. Monica, I’m sure there are many moms who have had very similar feelings and thoughts, regardless of the church they belong to or grew up in. I wasn’t raised in the Catholic church but my father was. His family left when my grandparents divorced when he was in high school. After that, he never attended church regularly. When my parents divorced, we attended Methodist churches for awhile and eventually ended up in Baptist churches. I’ve always wondered what it would have been like had I been raised as a Catholic. How my beliefs or views might be different than they are now or would they? I’ve attended a Catholic mass and a couple of Catholic weddings with family members who converted to Catholicism. It was beautiful and I loved how reverent it was, but to me, if felt too ritualistic. I’m not putting it down at all, it was just not what I’m used to and it felt like it wasn’t for me. I’ve attended quite a few different denominations but have mostly been in Baptist churches and my kids have been raised in a Baptist church and in a Covenant church, which was very similar to Baptist. However, I’ve had the same questions about what is best for our family and which church is the right one for us. In the end, what I’ve decided and tried to stress to my kids is that it is not about the denomination, or the building, or even “religion” itself. For me, it is all about relationship. If you have a relationship with Jesus Christ then it doesn’t matter as much if you are Catholic, Baptist, Methodist, Lutheran, etc. Different denominations may have very different ways of doing things and may disagree on things that are temporal, but as long as we agree on the eternal things, that is what matters most.
It saddens me when other believers put someone down for questioning, searching for answers, or choosing something other than they would choose. Some Christians can be very judgmental and that is not what Christ taught at all.
You are seeking for what will bring you closest in your relationship with Him and what will be best for your children and God will honor that and bless you for it, whether you stay in the Catholic church or choose another path. Praying for you and your family, Monica, and praying God will guide and bless you as you seek for the best for your family.

]]> Comment on Losing My Religion… by Anna @ IHOD http://www.mommybrainlife.com/losing-my-religion/comment-page-1/#comment-1481 Anna @ IHOD Mon, 06 Jun 2011 20:04:34 +0000 http://www.mommybrainlife.com/?p=868#comment-1481 Hi Monica, First of all, I think its honorable that you care enough to seek truth and make steps to deepen your faith and those of your children. That is more than many people are willing to do! I am glad I stopped by today....just saw your tweet. I am Catholic, and like you have been since I was a baby. I was lucky though because my parents, peers, and teachers, have all brought me to come to know and love this faith. I am not going to tell you why and try to force an opinion on you, but I do ask you to consider looking into the history of the church, and why it is a treasure. This is a book that really helped simplify,explain, and make it come alive for me- "Rome Sweet Home" which can be found here: http://www.scotthahn.com/scott-hahn-books.html He explains why he actually converted to the Catholic Faith....all through his own research. I agree with you though....so many Catholics don't have the joy they should have, or the enthusiasm some of my Christian friends have. I am hoping that changes! It starts with me, so I myself am trying. Whatever you decide to do, I hope you find peace. You are awesome for being so open! <3 Anna Hi Monica,
First of all, I think its honorable that you care enough to seek truth and make steps to deepen your faith and those of your children. That is more than many people are willing to do!

I am glad I stopped by today….just saw your tweet. I am Catholic, and like you have been since I was a baby. I was lucky though because my parents, peers, and teachers, have all brought me to come to know and love this faith. I am not going to tell you why and try to force an opinion on you, but I do ask you to consider looking into the history of the church, and why it is a treasure. This is a book that really helped simplify,explain, and make it come alive for me- “Rome Sweet Home” which can be found here:
http://www.scotthahn.com/scott-hahn-books.html
He explains why he actually converted to the Catholic Faith….all through his own research.

I agree with you though….so many Catholics don’t have the joy they should have, or the enthusiasm some of my Christian friends have. I am hoping that changes! It starts with me, so I myself am trying.

Whatever you decide to do, I hope you find peace. You are awesome for being so open!
<3
Anna

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