Anjanette Barr
My husband Robert and I welcomed our first child in February 2008 (Valentine's Day!) and our second in March 2010. Along with caring for my family I work for our church doing administrative work on the website.
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crafts, culture, work at home mom, Christianity, attachment parenting, breastfeeding, doula support, crafting, food, nutritionMotto
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Baby Steps to Self SufficiencyThis year as Earth Day approaches think less about buying eco-friendly products, and more about living in a way that reduces our need to buy things at all. -
Activities for Your Train Enthusiast ToddlerTrains are big, powerful, recognizable, and make cool noises - what could be more appealing to a little boy? It has been a fun challenge to find other train-themed activities to grab the interest of our toddler. -
"Help! My Husband Won't Eat Leftovers!"Here are some helpful tips for making leftovers more palatable to your other half. -
Weimar Republic: The Good, the Bad and the UglyWhat happened in Germany's Weimar Republic after WWI leading up to WWII? What was the atmosphere that allowed Hitler to gain power and why didn't Germany regain stability after losing the first World War?
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"Christian" Elements of Aum ShinrikyoLast week marked the 15th anniversary of the deadly sarin gas attacks in Matsumoto, Nagano Prefecture, Japan, by the cult Aum Shinrikyo. How did this cult come to be? Is it Buddhist? Shinto? Or maybe even Christian?
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Haikus and Short PoemsA collection of short poems that I've written over the years. -
Our Adorable Laughing BabyHe just thinks daddy is hilarious! -
How Blogging Makes Me a Better MommyBlogging can be a life-enriching hobby, especially for moms. -
Tips for Cooking From Your PantryYou can save money by learning to cook with what you have on hand. Here are three ways to make pantry cooking easier and more enjoyable. -
Good and Hearty Granola RecipeMy personal recipe for granola. -
6 Things Every Pregnant Woman Should KnowDuring my pregnancy, I benefited so much from hearing about the experiences of other women - I hope that I can quell fears and answer questions for some of you by writing about my own experiences here. -
Taking Charge of Your Fertility Without Drugs or SurgeryCouples using natural family planning are not only protecting their future health, they are learning to communicate about their needs and desires concerning sex and children. It takes more work that most forms of birth control, but the pay-off is invaluable.
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The Perfect White Elephant GiftWhy not actually give a white elephant?? -
Creative Holiday Traditions for Your FamilyExploring the history of the things we do every year around this time is a great way to make it ever more personal. As we look at Holiday traditions, I hope you'll be inspired to adopt a few or make up a new one! -
Creative Ways to Contribute to Charities This SeasonGiving to others as a family, craft group, or church at Christmas is an excellent way to keep everyone connected to the need for compassion throughout the year. Making the items to donate does a great deal to create a stronger connection to the act of giving as well. -
Ice, Rain Forces Midwest to Slow DownA Winter storm tore through the midwestern states this week and left many without electricity or a safe means to travel. -
Crafting Cheap Unique Gifts for ChristmasHere are some tips on how to save money this season as you plan through the perfect homemade Christmas. -
Bumbo Baby Sitter Product Recall28 babies have been reported to fall out of Bumbo seats and sustain injury, prompting a recall of about 1million of the product. -
Cold-Weather Crafting for CharityAs cold weather sets in and our minds travel to all of the warm and fuzzy things we have put off making during the summer, it's the perfect time to put crafting into action. -
Where to Find Books on the Missouri Side of Kansas CityMost of us know where the closest Barnes and Noble and Borders are, but we shouldn't overlook the alternatives. -
Charity Websites that Accept Cold-weather CraftsFind a way to use your craftiness for good this Winter. -
Why Diets Are DumbThere seem to be no end of opinions as to the number of different food group combinations and individual ingredients we can avoid, or the number of indigenous cultures we can emulate to drop pounds. Who is right? Maybe none of them.
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20 Uses for Pumpkin, Squash, and GourdsJust in time for Fall! I've compiled a list of fun ideas for using up your garden produce and celebrate the season with your family. -
Hand-Craft History Dates Back to PlatoHandcrafting has been more emphasized in some time periods and people groups than others. As we are experiencing a resurgence in the Western world in this generation, it is a wonderful time to look back and examine where this tradition came from.
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How to Keep Your Wedding Under $2000It cannot be denied that our wedding day is one of the most important and memorable days of our lives and worth a bit of an investment. Still, we should pause to think about how large an investment one day is really worth in the context of the rest of our lives. -
William Jewell College in Liberty, Missouri: Life on the "Hill"If you happen to be attending William Jewell College in Liberty, MO this Fall or are considering Jewell as an option for the future, I hope this guide to the campus and surrounding area will be helpful. -
What Your Baby Needs MostWith all the advertisements blaring at us and the cute baby stores, not to mention the "everything baby needs" checklists that we all consult when putting out wish lists together, we have confused what baby needs and what we want baby to have. -
The New Sexual ParadigmPregnancy is one possible outcome of sex, but not one that we view as a real possibility most of the time.
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"Home-assembled" GiftsEven if you feel, like I often do, that you aren't up to the challenge of making something gift-worthy from "scratch," you can still give a unique gift with a personal touch that you have put together rather than "made."
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Decorating on the CheapFulfilling that dream of making your place home-decorating-reality-show-worthy doesn't have to be expensive. A little creativity can go a long way and be a huge asset to a tiny bank account.