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Moral Movie Reviews

beauty and the beast disney movie

I used to be able to determine which movies my kids watched, and I would just try to avoid those that I wasn’t sure were appropriate. Though without watching the movie, it can be hard to tell what’s going to … Continue reading

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Wholesome Entertainment: Robin Hood

My husband and I really enjoy watching movies or TV shows together. Usually, when he comes home from work or school, the house is tidied, the dishes are done, and I’m working on a sewing project, it’s late and our … Continue reading

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Sukkot and a movie recommendation: Ushpizin

Right now, Jews throughout the world are observing Sukkot. Though my husband and I come from families that have been Christian for many generations, I love learning about the Jewish religion. When we lived in Chicago, each autumn we saw … Continue reading

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Family History told by Kids

Have you told your children stories about when you were growing up? Do they know what you were like as a kid? How do they picture you as a young person? Check out how some adults are re-telling their family … Continue reading

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Planning Ahead for Summer Fun

Summer is just around the corner. School’s getting out and the kids will all be home. I so look forward to this time of year. I can’t wait to hang out with my older kids more. At the same time, … Continue reading

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Slipping Through My Fingers

Valentine’s Day is just around the corner and I’ve been thinking a lot about what matters most in my life.  Especially the people who matter most.  When my third daughter was born, I watched the movie “Mamma Mia” in the … Continue reading

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Cuddle Up With a Great Movie

If you live in a place like I live, it’s cold outside.  Maybe it’s snowing or raining.  But any way you look at it…it’s nice to be inside.  One thing I love about the cold is having an excuse to … Continue reading

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Clearplay and “The Blind Side”

I wanted to recommend a movie for the Thanksgiving season, but before I do that, I have to tell you about Clearplay. Clearplay is a DVD player and a filter subscription service that lets you watch regular DVDs censored according … Continue reading

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Puppies to Frankenstein–Now What?

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Sure, I couldn’t help but enjoy my first 2-year-old in his puppy costume, having a blast rolling his pumpkin around the condo.  There are some very charming elements to Halloween.  But as the years have passed, most of my kids … Continue reading

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