The Power of Prayer

So I have been researching everything that I could get my hands on about charter schools and home schooling. I wanted to be prepared when I went to the Lord with what we should do for our kids with their education. We (Adam and I) have been praying and earnestly asking what we should be doing. Anyways, we were leaning towards homeschooling at least Andrew. We worry about the middle school aged kids and what their influence might be on our beautiful little boy - ok, not so little anymore ;)
Well, we went to Stake Conference and OH MY GOODNESS...it was SO good. I just couldn't get enough. Well, anyways, as Adam sat in the priesthood leadership session - one of the speakers read the scripture - one we have all heard so many times - "Let your light so shine...." you know the one! Well, as he sat there pondering the scripture a whole new meaning jumped out to him - regarding our children and their education. He was revealed that our children represented that light, and that perhaps homeschooling was "putting our light (or our children) under a bushel." I have never thought of it that way. Our children have been reserved for this time. They are strong spirits that can withstand everything that will come their way! If we teach them and help them understand the gospel then they will not be tempted beyond what they can handle! Perhaps our little lights are needed during this time, to stand as an example of truth and righteousness to those in our community and in the world. Can we, in good concious, "hide" them?
It was a strong impression that came to my husband and when he told me I instantly felt the spirit and knew that it was inspiration from the Lord. I am so grateful that my husband was in tune to the spirit and could relay the message to me - and I am glad that I didn't brush it aside. FEAR NOT! Gaurd your children in the armour of God and have them stand tall with my children. We will be at Appleby, the Jr. High or wherever the district decides to put us!

Science Fair - Andrew

I totally blog lifted this whole thing from the lovely miss trish! thanks trish!!!

Musical Plants, rockin' out!

The Scientists!

Keeping their "scientific journal"

Their favorite part of the experiment: Emptying the soda bottles! (don't worry they really didn't drink that much!)

Planting the sugar snap peas.

This year 5th graders had to do a science project. Andrew and Brad paired up and went to work. They're project was called, "Musical Plants" and they tested how plants were affected by music. They experimented with Church Hymns, AC/DC and none. The "none" plant grew the tallest. Peace and quiet isn't overrated even in the plant kingdom. The "Hymns" plant came in second, and you guessed it, AC/DC in dead last. Good job boys! Now onto the District Science Fair. Good Luck!

Blythe Schools in Turmoil

The district is considering absorbing the 6-8 middle schools back into the elementary school system (due to budget cuts). This idea has caused quite an uproar in our community. Today at work I was sent an email that attached a newspaper article and then a statement from the person that sent me the email stating her opposition of the idea and encouraging me to attend the community meeting to oppose the idea as well.

This was my response and was sent to my whole Union - which was a little scary to do!

As a parent, I understand the concern for changing the system as it is now.

In researching the K-8 scenario and experiencing it to a degree in a school before moving to Blythe, I do believe that there are also benefits of a K-8 environment:

1. give students greater opportunities at success by building relationships with staff over a 9 year period.
2. increase parent involvement during the 6-8th grade years. As most parents are more involved in Elementary years and since the staff will be the same it will help to keep that same level of commitment to volunteerism through the “middle school” grades.
3. Most middle school-ers WILL behave differently when in an environment with smaller children. I firmly believe this and have seen it in action.
4. teacher collaboration is increased across the grades
5. supervised mentoring from older children to younger children can increase confidence, understanding and retention of core learning concepts. This is also a wonderful opportunity for the mentor to learn character building traits.

All I am saying is that perhaps it is best to keep an open mind when going to the meeting. I too, would encourage everyone to attend the meeting. We need to openly express our concerns while still considering all options available to us given the economic climate.

I have a sick child today, so I am going home soon. I have not had any response to the email yet but we will see. I hope I just didn't get myself ostrisized!

Thank Heavens For Freedom!!!

Do you know the Preamble for your state?


Be sure to read the message at the bottom!



Alabama 1901, Preamble

We the people of the State of Alabama, invoking the favor and guidance of Almighty God, do ordain and establish the following Constitution.

Alaska 1956, Preamble

We, the people of Alaska, grateful to God and to those who founded our nation and pioneered this great land.

Arizona 1911, Preamble

We, the people of the State of Arizona, grateful to Almighty God for our liberties, do ordain this Constitution...

Arkansas 1874, Preamble

We, the people of the State of Arkansas, grateful to Almighty God for the privilege of choosing our own form of government...

California 1879, Preamble

We, the People of the State of California, grateful to Almighty God for our freedom...

Colorado 1876, Preamble

We, the people of Colorado, with profound reverence for the Supreme Ruler of Universe..

Connecticut 1818, Preamble

The People of Connecticut, acknowledging with gratitude the good Providence of God in permitting them to enjoy.

Delaware 1897, Preamble

Through Divine Goodness all men have, by nature, the rights of worshipping and serving their Creator according to the dictates of their consciences.

Florida 1885, Preamble

We, the people of the State of Florida, grateful to Almighty God for our constitutional liberty, establish this Constitution...

Georgia 1777, Preamble

We, the people of Georgia, relying upon protection and guidance of Almighty God, do ordain and establish this Constitution..

Hawaii 1959, Preamble

We , the people of Hawaii, Grateful for Divine Guidance ... Establish this Constitution.

Idaho 1889, Preamble

We, the people of the State of Idaho, grateful to Almighty God for our freedom, to secure its blessings.

Illinois 1870, Preamble

We, the people of the State of Illinois, grateful to Almighty God for the civil , political and religious liberty which He hath so long permitted us to enjoy and looking to Him for a blessing on our endeavors.

Indiana 1851, Preamble

We, the People of the State of Indiana, grateful to Almighty God for the free exercise of the right to choose our form of government.

Iowa 1857, Preamble

We, the People of the State of Iowa, grateful to the Supreme Being for the blessings hitherto enjoyed, and feeling our dependence on Him for a continuation of these blessings, establish this Constitution.

Kansas 1859, Preamble

We, the people of Kansas, grateful to Almighty God for our civil and religious privileges establish this Constitution.

Kentucky 1891, Preamble

We, the people of the Commonwealth are grateful to Almighty God for the civil, political and religious liberties...

Louisiana 1921, Preamble

We, the people of the State of Louisiana, grateful to Almighty God for the civil, political and religious liberties we enjoy.

Maine 1820, Preamble

We the People of Maine acknowledging with grateful hearts the goodness of the Sovereign Ruler of the Universe in affording us an opportunity .. And imploring His aid and direction.

Maryland 1776, Preamble

We, the people of the state of Maryland, grateful to Almighty God for our civil and religious liberty...

Massachusetts 1780, Preamble

We...the people of Massachusetts , acknowledging with grateful hearts, the goodness of the Great Legislator of the Universe in the course of His Providence , an opportunity and devoutly imploring His direction

Michigan 1908, Preamblele

We, the people of the State of Michigan , grateful to Almighty God for the blessings of freedom establish this Constitution.

Minnesota, 1857, Preamble

We, the people of the State of Minnesota, grateful to God for our civil and religious liberty, and desiring to perpetuate its blessings:

Mississippi 1890, Preamble

We, the people of Mississippi in convention assembled, grateful to Al mighty God, and invoking His blessing on our work.

Missouri 1845, Preamble

We, the people of Missouri, with profound reverence for the Supreme Ruler of the Universe, and grateful for His goodness . Establish this Constitution...

Montana 1889, Preamble

We, the people of Montana , grateful to Almighty God for the blessings of liberty establish this Constitution .

Nebraska 1875, Preamble

We, the people, grateful to Almighty God for our freedom, Establish this Constitution.

Nevada 1864, Preamble

We the people of the State of Nevada, grateful to Almighty God for our freedom, establish this Constitution...

New Hampshire 1792, Part I. Art. I. Sec. V

Every individual has a natural and unalienable right to worship God according to the dictates of his own conscience.

New Jersey 1844, Preamble

We, the people of the State of New Jersey, grateful to Almighty God for civil and religious liberty which He hath so long permitted us to enjoy, and looking to Him for a blessing on our endeavors.

New Mexico 1911, Preamble

We, the People of New Mexico, grateful to Almighty God for the blessings of liberty..

New York 1846, Preamble

We, the people of the State of New York, grateful to Almighty God for our freedom, in order to secure its blessings.

North Carolina 1868, Preamble

We the people of the State of North Carolina, grateful to Almighty God, the Sovereign Ruler of Nations, for our civil, political, and religious liberties, and acknowledging our dependence upon Him for the continuance of those...

North Dakota 1889, Preamble

We , the people of North Dakota , grateful to Almighty God for the blessings of civil and religious liberty, do ordain...

Ohio 1852, Preamble

We the people of the state of Ohio, grateful to Almighty God for our freedom, to secure its blessings and to promote our common...

Oklahoma 1907, Preamble

Invoking the guidance of Almighty God, in order to secure and perpetuate the blessings of liberty, establish this

Oregon 1857, Bill of Rights, Article I Section 2.

All men shall be secure in the Natural right, to worship Almighty God according to the dictates of their consciences

Pennsylvania 1776, Preamble

We, the people of Pennsylvania, grateful to Almighty God for the blessings of civil and religious liberty, and humbly invoking His guidance...

Rhode Island 1842, Preamble

We the People of the State of Rhode Island grateful to Almighty God for the civil and religious liberty which He hath so long permitted us to enjoy, and looking to Him for a blessing...

South Carolina, 1778, Preamble

We, the people of he State of South Carolina grateful to God for our liberties, do ordain and establish this Constitution.

South Dakota 1889, Preamble

We, the people of South Dakota, grateful to Almighty God for our civil and religious liberties .

Tennessee 1796, Art. XI.III.

That all men have a natural and indefeasible right to worship Almighty God according to the dictates of their conscience...

Texas 1845, Preamble

We the People of the Republic of Texas, acknowledging, with gratitude, the grace and beneficence of God.

Utah 1896, Preamble

Grateful to Almighty God for life and liberty, we establish this Constitution.

Vermont 1777, Preamble

Whereas all government ought to enable the individuals who compose it to enjoy their natural rights, and other blessings which the Author of Existence has bestowed on man

Virginia 1776, Bill of Rights, XVI

Religion, or the Duty which we owe our Creator can be directed only by Reason and that it is the mutual duty of all to practice Christian Forbearance, Love and Charity towards each other

Washington 1889, Preamble

We the People of the State of Washington, grateful to the Supreme Ruler of the Universe for our liberties, do ordain this Constitution

West Virginia 1872, Preamble

Since through Divine Providence we enjoy the blessings of civil, political and religious liberty, we, the people ofWest Virginia reaffirm our faith in and constant reliance upon God ...

Wisconsin 1848, Preamble

We, the people of Wisconsin, grateful to Almighty God for our freedom, domestic tranquility...

Wyoming 1890, Preamble

We, the people of the State of Wyoming, grateful to God for our civil, political, and religious liberties, establish this Constitution..



After reviewing acknowledgments of God from all 50 state constitutions, one is faced with the prospect that maybe the ACLU & the out-of-control federal courts are wrong!

(Please note that at no time is anyone told that they MUST worship God.)



'Those people who will not be governed by God will be ruled by tyrants.' - William Penn



GOD BLESS AMERICA