Thursday, November 28, 2013
Many Thanks
HAPPY THANKSGIVING
Being enriched in every thing to all bountifulness, which causeth through us thanksgiving to God.
2 Corinthians 9:11I dare to say that we are enriched bountifully in many things. The question I ask is which of those things causes us to give thanks to God? Some folks give thanks before they eat, they are thankful for food. Some people thank God for safety, salvation and shelter. Last week with the birth of my grandchild, I thanked God for his love being so apparent in babies; their serenity, sweetness and perfect spirit is so HIM! Looking at her causes my spirit to overflow with thankful gladness. I know God enjoys being praised. Many things causes me to give thanks unto God. How about you? What causes you to give thanks?
Show me and the Almighty some love by leaving a comment. I'd like to know what causes your heart to be thankful.
Praising Him thankfully,
Tammy
The Happy Handicap
Wednesday, November 27, 2013
Review of Pinterest Dawn & Vinegar Shower Cleaner
Have you seen this pinned 1000 times?
you pinned it vowing to make it!
Did you?
I did!
How did I like it? Let me count the ways....
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| my ultra clean shower! |
1. Very, very easy to make
2. Any Dawn will work
(not just the blue, I used green with Oil of Olay)
3. Easy to apply
(although my hand did get tired of pumping)
4. Inexpensive to make
(I'm figuring about .25 or less per clean shower job)
5. Superior to my normal cleaner Scrubbing Bubbles
6. Chemicals are not as harsh as Scrubbing Bubbles
7. Stores well
The only adjustment I would suggest
is reducing the amount of Dawn to
1/2 to 2/3 cup per 1 cup vinegar.
The solution was too sudsy and soapy for my liking
especially for my age group lol
How many of you clean the shower
when you take a shower?
I've got my hand raised high in the air
doing the selfie wave!
and, I see you blushing!
I will reduce the amount of Dawn because it was
so SLIPPERY when trying to clean.
I can see the doctors face now
when 50-year-old ladies show
up naked to the ER.
He asked what happened and
the answer is...
"I fell and couldn't get up!"
"I fell and couldn't get up!"
and he's like "Why are you naked and soaking wet?"
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My "rain" type shower head made
it difficult to get all the suds and bubbles
out of the shower also.
Next time I'll hook a water hose
to my sink vanity so I
can use a spray nozzle!
Ladies, we've gotta have the right tools!
Overall, I will use Dawn & Vinegar Shower Cleaner, slightly modified.
I definitely RECOMMEND this recipe.
Have you tried it?
Leave me a comment with your results!
I'd love to hear your review of Pinterest Dawn & Vinegar Shower Cleaner.
Slipping and Sliding,
Tammy
The Happy Handicap
Tuesday, November 26, 2013
5 Things the New Grandmom Learned
MY OH MY have things changed! This post could be titled...
The last time I held a baby was some 25 years ago...literally. The lack of any brothers and sisters doesn't offer many opportunities to hold babies. Our family welcomed Lisette Arabella Epperson on November 20th weighing 7 lbs. 6 oz. She's a beaut!
Check out her vintage onesie she wore home. Lisette's mommie Sydnee wore this onesie home on July 6, 1988 and her auntie Sloane wore it home on October 28, 1991.
Leave me a comment with your tips and tricks you've learned that all us new Grandmoms should know.
So excited and blessed,
Tammy
The Happy Handicap
Here's a picture of all three of my angels.
What are the 5 things the new Grandmom learned you ask?
- Formula is not warmed when given to a baby. Formula works best when fed at room temperature. I was ahead of the curve on this one. Laziness probably but I fed my girls room temperature bottles 25 years ago. But last week, I learned it is OK and I can put all guilt aside now!
- Belly Button Cords are not cleaned anymore. Researchers have learned that the cord produces an enzyme that heals the naval naturally. Who knew? I like it though! It's like a "Get the cord out of the belly FREE card!"
- 48 hours is no longer the magical time to leave the hospital after giving birth. You can leave anytime before 48 hours (even C-sections) if the doctor feels you and your baby are ready. I raised an eyebrow at this but it seems to be working out just fine.
- No food restrictions when breastfeeding! What? Everyone knows broccoli and chocolate causes breastfeeding babies to have gas. Not any more...I guess EVERYTHING is GMO...for the better?! NOT!!!
- Babies stay in the room with the parents at all times, you can't take your baby out of the room until you leave the hospital to go home, the mommie and baby bonds best with Skin-to-Skin contact directly after birth and finally, parents and baby benefits from a "Golden Hour" after birth where they spend the first hour together, just the 3 of them.
Leave me a comment with your tips and tricks you've learned that all us new Grandmoms should know.
So excited and blessed,
Tammy
The Happy Handicap
Monday, November 25, 2013
What would you do if you were told you had 15 months to live?
I meet some pretty amazing ladies blogging! I meet one last week, Heather Von St. James.
Her tenacity and view of the world through rose-colored glasses inspires me! Each November, the month she was diagnosed with a deadly cancer, she gets the dreaded "November Blues". Heather overcomes the blues by focusing on things she enjoys like the first frost, the first snowfall and the beautiful holiday lights. I think we all could learn from Heather's positive outlook.
This November, I want to share her story to help her raise awareness of Mesothelioma. I'm thankful for Heather who hangs on to Hope and never lets go. I feel a connection to her because we have both struggled, stepped up to the plate with all the grit we could muster and kicked a birth defect and an illness right where it hurts. Heather's story is one of courage and love. Her take-away from her challenge is
Watch a video about Heather, a courageous Mother, Wife and an 8-year Survivor of Mesothelioma. What would you do if you were told you had 15 months to live? Share your thoughts by leaving a comment. I'd love to hear your story and your hope. What has helped you overcome struggles in your own life?
Please show Heather your support by sharing her story via the social media buttons in this post. You can also watch my story here.
Uplifted & Inspired,
Tammy
The Happy Handicap
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| Heather, hubby Cameron & daughter Lily Rose |
This November, I want to share her story to help her raise awareness of Mesothelioma. I'm thankful for Heather who hangs on to Hope and never lets go. I feel a connection to her because we have both struggled, stepped up to the plate with all the grit we could muster and kicked a birth defect and an illness right where it hurts. Heather's story is one of courage and love. Her take-away from her challenge is
"With Hope. The Odds Don't Matter."
I concur!
Please show Heather your support by sharing her story via the social media buttons in this post. You can also watch my story here.
Uplifted & Inspired,
Tammy
The Happy Handicap
Sunday, November 24, 2013
POFH MONDAY PIN IT HOP #36
WELCOME TO PIN IT MONDAY HOP #36!
If you are very new to this hop, we are so happy to have you and thank you for joining us this week! For those who linked-up from the previous party, we are so amazed with all the inspiration that you shared for the upcoming holidays, not only that, we have seen great and inspiring posts. Keep it coming my Pretties!
Very quick update of our donation drive for the victims of typhoon Haiyan. We already got $120 as of November 24 Pacific time. Thank you very much for all the donors. Your $1 can already buy a hygiene kit or 1 kilo of rice. We will ensure that all the relief goods will go directly to the hands of the victims. We will be working with people who have the capacity to transport the relief goods to the affected areas. These are a few photos of their relief goods operation. Operation at Medellin, Cebu. Estimated almost a thousand packs with water was given.
Photo Credits: Mary Ty
YES, you can help. You can donate thru Pursuit of Functional Home's Paypal account (do8urself@gmail.com).
NOW UNTO OUR PARTY!
1 Rule: Follow your Host and Co-Hosts
10 Blog Sites: Yes! Bigger and wider reach. Your post will be seen at 10 lovely and awesome Blog sites.2 links: 1 link for your project and 1 for your Pinterest Profile URL Show your support and follow us here:
Judy @ Pursuit of Functional Home: Pinterest, Bloglovin, Twitter, Facebook, Google +
Cathy @ A Peek into My Paradise: Pinterest, Bloglovin, Twitter, Facebook, Google +
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Michelle @ Mamade Creations: Pinterest, Facebook, Twitter, G+, Bloglovin
Emily @ Love, Pasta and a Toolbelt: Pinterest, Facebook, Twitter, G+, Bloglovin
Tammy of The Happy Handicap: Pinterest, Bloglovin, Twitter, Facebook, Google +
Miriam @ The Lamanna Family Adventures: Pinterest, Facebook, Twitter, G+, Bloglovin
Victoria @ Creative Home Keeper: Pinterest, Facebook, Twitter, Bloglovin
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