Peaches, Peaches, I like Peaches...

Anyone else remember that game? That was a great game.

Well, I have had so many interesting comments and responses to recent posts, my brain's in overload processing it all. I never expected what God has been doing in me to change my thinking by way of this blog and all the people that have embraced it. I'm thankful to every one of you. If you haven't read the comment section of the last post, please do so post haste! You will not be sorry, and you may be changed for the better. (Name that song!)

I had a reminder from a reader-friend by way of facebook that I forgot something important in my baby-food making. (Baby FOOD making, not baby making! Ha!) She referred to the list of fruits and veggies that have the most pesticide and chemical residue on them, and PEACHES are number one. (At least on the list I have.) So I should have peeled my peaches before I pureed them unless they were organic, and I'm not positive they were. While we're on the topic, does anyone have a good way to peel peaches? Does the skin come off after a few seconds in boiling water? That works for tomatoes. I'm wondering if it would work for peaches. I guess there's one way to find out.

I have much to say today. I'm going to try to pack it all into one post, because I'm taking a week-long hiatus from facebook and blogger as I try to get in the swing of homeschool plus toddler and nursing infant. Fun times! Toddler has also decided the first week of school is as good a time as any to potty train herself, so we've had the added pleasure of toilet paper stuffing up the toilet, and a naked little bottom running everywhere. I'm sure you wanted me to share.

So, in the matter of finances, I found a good article that helped me feel a little better about the amount of money we are spending on food as a family of six. Here's the link to the article: http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/29681240/ In a nutshell it says that from ultra-frugal to liberally spending, people very from about $550 to over $1000 a month for groceries for a family of four. Of total yearly income, around 10-12% is the average for groceries/food. Which we fall comfortably into.

In the matter of health, I'm afraid I have to admit my failing once again. With school starting, and a hip that has been hurting, I've been very lax as far as the Shred and the elliptical the past few days. I need some motivation. I can't dig up the will lately. HELP ME!

In the matter of relationships, I've been learning from this blog that when we tear down walls of criticism and judgment of others we find out lots of interesting things about the people around us. I'm learning that confrontation and discussion of important problems is necessary to tear down said walls, and that HONESTY is key. So I'm being honest even if it gives me an ulcer. You are welcome as well.

In the matter of spirituality, I just have to say that I decided to just take my mp3 player to the elliptical last night instead of netflix, and I had an awesome time of worship listening to a few amazing songs. Talk about stress relief! Go to http://sovereigngracemusic.org/ for some GREAT music (they often have free songs, you can become a fan on facebook for info), or check out the Christian section at amazon.com mp3 downloads. So much good stuff out there! My current faves: "Rock of Ages" by Sovereign Grace, "Lead Me" by Sanctus Real, "Before the Morning" by Josh Wilson, "What Faith Can Do" by Kutless, "Strong Enough to Save" by Tenth Avenue North, "How He Loves" by David Crowder Band. I have more if you want them. Just ask.

So I leave you for one week. In the meantime I'll be researching the ideas that you had for future posts. Thank you again for reading my blog and taking the time to think with me and respond. I'm grateful for how God is using you in my life.

Have a great week!