This is Our Time DVD Review & Giveaway

What is God asking me to BE?

Wow! This has been my discovery year. My word of the year has been FAMILY. Never did I imagine just four months into the year the challenges, adventures, and doors God would put before me. One of the things that I will share is that taking a stand for what you believe in, even if it means walking away from something that you love, you will probably find that, that love wasn't right for you after all. There truly is a season for everything. Vague, I know, but to truly BE who God wants me to be one of the decisions I have had to recently make is that I will no longer be writing as Mrs. Hart at The RHOK.  What God is asking me to be right now, is a reflection upon HIM in all I do, say, portray and write. I am accountable to Him for all of my actions and any actions linked to my name and my family's from this moment forward. Strong yes, but just like the disclosures on my blog, I stand behind and only recommend what I believe is good and family oriented. I am not saying I am perfect or holier than thou, far from it. I am saved by grace, just like everyone else.  As you all know, I love bringing home family movies into my home. A time to put away the electronics and a time to sit and enjoy each others company. We had the opportunity to review this movie at the perfect time. I'm not going to give too much away, but just know, This is Our Time couldn't have came at a better time. I hope that it also comes at a good time for one of my readers.  Who wants a copy of their own? Enter on the Rafflecopter form below. 

About This Is Our Time:

The movie tells the interwoven stories of Luke (T.J. Dalrymple) and Alé (Erin Bethea), who marry right after school and move to India to serve as missionaries for Embrace A Village, a ministry that cares for those afflicted with leprosy and their families; aspiring financier Catherine (Kate Cobb), who joins a prestigious financial institution determined to make an impact on corporate America; Ryder (Matthew Florida), who lands an impressive job in social media and can’t wait to use the powerful medium for a greater good; and Ethan (Shawn-Caulin Young,) seemingly the odd man out, who struggles to find his God-given-purpose and feels sidelined by God.

 "What they all come to learn is that it never really was their time,” Arnold said. “It always was, always is, God’s time.”

Website: http://www.christiancinema.com/catalog/product_info.php?products_id=4565

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ThisIsOurTimeMovie

Trailer: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZmjQe2onm6s

This Is Our Time is presented by Pure Flix
Releases on DVD and Blu-Ray on Tuesday on April 16, 2013. It will be available nationwide at Family Christian Stores and most Christian online and brick-and-mortar retail stores nationwide.

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TMI Mom: Oversharing My Life- A Book Review

Have you ever "met" someone yet not really "met" them and feel like you know them? In this great world we call the blogosphere I have a friend that I know just like that. I met my friend Heather last summer when she submitted a guest post for The RHOK where I write as ♥Mrs. Hart♥. I didn't know then that I was in the presence of such a fantastic writer. A writer who really knows how to put a pen and paper to all life's experiences and isn't afraid to share. Someone that I can learn from. I have since learned that we know mutual people and places. Small world. But, that is what I love about the great state we live in. Oklahoma.

Heather released her book TMI MOM: Oversharing My Life on April 1st. Funny, huh? April Fools Day.  Totally fits her personality.

Oversharing My Life is a collection of humorous essays about parenting, marriage and life in general. It’s the first in a series of four books which, Heather Davis overshares and gives her readers way too much information about her life. Information that her mother is probably even shaking her head over.

Would you ever share openly about things you have done on the toilet? Admit that you are obsessed with the stocking of toilet paper? Share that your husband brought you home a copy of Playboy? Tell everyone that you pee in the shower to save time? Oh, these are only a few of the overshared examples in the book. If you want the full story and even juicier stories than these you will have to get your own copy at Amazon or maybe just follow Heather at the sites below and catch her at a book signing.

Makes a blogger/writer almost wonder if she shares enough or too much. Hmmm....

Here is the review that I wrote on Amazon and Goodreads:

"WARNING!!! If you read in your marital bed and plan to stay in that marital bed, do NOT read this book in that bed. I laughed/giggled so hard page after page that it interrupted my sleeping husband. He told me that his pillow was not for wiping tears of laughter and if I wanted to giggle to go to another room. The laughter wasn't just at the author, but with the author. Stories and adventures that all of mothers and wives can relate too. Excellent read!!!"

About the Author:

Heather Davis has a finely-tuned snarky side which she uses on a daily basis to save her sanity. She is married to a very patient husband, and together they have two very entertaining daughters. Oversharing My Life, a collection of humorous essays, is her debut book. She and her family live in Bartlesville, OK, where she chronicles her life at Minivan-Momma.com.

Please be sure to follow Heather's adventures on Facebook and Twitter and of course her blog Minivan-Momma.com!

What have you shared too much of lately?

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*Cody's Run
Cody’s Run is a non-profit, fund raising event to assist with cancer treatment expenses for 1996 Lone Grove Schools alum, Cody Dean Ponder.

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Did you know there are deadly pins on Pinterest?  Well, there are. Just like there are Pinterest failed recipes, there are pins that can KILL you. Last Thursday night, Jason wasn't following a pin, but during further research I found exactly what he did mix on Pinterest.  Head over to The RHOK today to read more on this story!

Source: pinfuriating.com via ShaRhonda on Pinterest

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Today I tell you as Mrs. Hart why I know it's time for a New Year and time for a change of my habits.

I give you ten reasons.

 Please, do not think less of me. 

An ugly habit that I have picked up with having a family sick for three weeks in addition to two weeks of Christmas Vacation.

Source: google.com via D'dee on Pinterest

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Kaybrie at her Thanksgiving Feast at school!

...is at The RHOK!
Today The RHOK kids are "cooking" up Thanksgiving Dinner. See how they "think" its done. I've also included some recipes from 1984, from my 1st Grade teacher. Thanks Mrs. Chaney!
My kids have a few ideas, but thankfully I will be sending them out of the kitchen this  particular Thanksgiving for any of you who might be concerned.  

Kaybrie age 5-  Little Cornbread Muffins...one box of cornbread, one box of milk, crack an egg- don't put the shell in. Put them in Mommy's big mixer bowl. Grab a big spoon. Mix it up. Grab a small spoon and put in Grandma's little muffin pans. Then let Mommy put it in the oven until its finished. I'm not allowed to touch it when its hot.

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It's Halloween Eve and today's post is a little DIY for those who have forgotten to make, buy, just can't find the right costume, or maybe that child has changed their mind a few times. It is also a link up post to show off all of those fabulous costumes. 
Here's a sneak peek of the Crow children!

Greg Hefley the Wimpy Kid and Miss Prissy Ghost!
Pinterest inspired of course.

Hope you will join me today at The RHOK, the link up will be open until next Monday!

Today's Post, Lipstick and All...

...is at The RHOK.   Today's post by ♥Mrs. Hart♥ was inspired by a local news segment aired 15 years ago and revisited this past Monday.
What does the shape of my lipstick say about me?  Finally, my friends and family can quit making fun of me.

Now I'm curious.  What does yours say about you?  Leave me a comment at The RHOK today, or even here at The 4-Crow's!

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Source: takecarexo.xanga.com via ShaRhonda @ The 4-Crow's on Pinterest

October is evidently full of national awareness events. (the few below are just the ones I found, if there are more let me know in the comments) National Book Month- got that one covered, we kicked off my daughters Pizza Hut Book It! Program, I will have a post on this soon and will encourage you to read w/ us.
National Work and Family Month- love this one, I think it needs more attention.
National Breast Cancer Awareness Month- one of my all time favorites. So many friends and family members have been affected by Breast Cancer.
National CyberSecurity Awareness Month- Excellent. staysafeonline.org
Filipino American History Month- not celebrating, but its nice.
National Physical Therapy Month- I know a few of these. Awesome.

LGBT History Month- I had to look this one up. Lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender history.

American Pharmacists Month- Hug a pharmacists. I know a very cute one.
Polish American Heritage Month- Love polish sausages, wonder if I have any Polish in me.
National Domestic Violence Awareness Month- another one, very near and dear to my heart.
National Spina Bifida Awareness Month- my heart and prayers definitely go out to this one.

and

National Bullying Prevention Month- yes, this is the one I am asking you to weigh in on today at The RHOK. 

Won't you join me today as Mrs. Hart and tell me your thoughts?

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On Friday the kids were out of school, and I put Braden to work with a glue gun....

I guess you will have to head on over to The RHOK to see the results of our Friday Fall Fun Day!!!

Who Am I? Blogoversary Celebration Day 4 with a "SUPER" Giveaway

Exactly who is the author of the The 4-Crow's?

ShaRhonda Williams Crow

I am just a small southern Oklahoma girl, still trying to find my way into the “BIG” city life! I am a God-Fearing stay at home mom. I have two beautiful kids, Braden 11 and Kaybrie 5. I have been married to my prince charming now for seven years. I of course write this blog and am co-founder of the blog The Real Housewives of Oklahoma aka The RHOK where I write as ♥Mrs. Hart♥. I am a PTA volunteer, football mom, ballet mom, coach- in and off the bleachers I might add, run a professional kid taxi service to and from practices and events and am a self-retired banker- oh and am a social media addict! In December of last year a local company here in Tulsa- Happy First decided to let the public name its next "Chick" T-Shirt. A portion of the proceeds would go to the winners choice of charity. I threw a name, vision and charity out there and it was picked as a top contender. The voting was conducted through Facebook and once all was said and done, my entry was selected as the next "Chick" shirt. 

One of my favorite quotes is “When real people fall down in life, they get right back up and keep walking.” Carrie Bradshaw. This quote is one that has helped remind me many times of who I am and to get up and get going again. I think it accurately describes the “Super Chick” shirt as well- because a “Chick” who can honestly follow that advice after experiencing some of life’s roller coasters and curve balls, truly is “Super”! Creativity is just part of my being. Whether I am working on a gift for someone, a school project with my kids, posters for the football team, or in my writings, I have to give it my all. When I was a bank manager my employees always told me that I should be a teacher because of the ideas I would throw out there and make them do to achieve their sales goals. I guess my degree in Business Management/Communications applies to all ages and activities at times.
I am very humbled that “Super Chick” was chosen amongst such great entries in the “New Chick” contest. I am absolutely thrilled that a portion of the profits will be going to the local charity Turn Tulsa Pink, $46,000 was raised by this organization in 2011 and I am so excited that we will be a part of exceeding that goal in 2012.

Me, Judi aka Talula w/ Turn Tulsa Pink & Debbie Vinyard

I am also loving the fact that the owner of Happy First, Debbie Vinyard and I have become such great friends. Deb's company story and personal story are absolutely amazing. Debbie is celebrating this Blogoversary with me by offering to one of my readers:
 ONE Super Chick Shirt and ONE Super Chick Baseball Cap (new product line) So, I am curious. I just told you who I am, who are you?  Identify with one of Debbie's "Chick" items!
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Happy 4th Blogoversary to Us! Join us for 4 Days of Fun Reading & Giveaways!

September 5, 2008 is when The 4-Crow's Blog was born. 

I would say I have came a long way since this one sentence post.

Yes, 464 post later on this blog and countless others at The RHOK as Mrs. Hart, blogging has certainly continued my writing passion that I began as a kindergartner.

Of course a writer is never a writer without someone to write to, so I have to thank my readers for the continued support and encouragement that I get through comments on the blog, emails,  in person, tweets, phone calls and Facebook comments.

DRUM ROLL....

In honor of all my readers I have lined up for you FOUR days of Celebration Giveaways beginning today- the eve of the actual 4th Blogoversary.

Today's Giveaway is a pair of KaytiJ's FlipFlops! 

One of my readers will choose the size and color of flop with personalization & bead color of choice. 

A $12 value.

These FlipFlops are hand sewn personally by me and will soon be in my own personal Etsy's store. I have been crafting these flops now for three years. What began as a fundraiser for my son's football team has become a favorite of little girls and women all over the state of Oklahoma. I personalize with names, teams, colors, etc..

You can see more of my work on my Facebook album or my Pinterest album.

Now go enter on the easy Rafflecopter entry form!

Make sure you celebrate with me over the next three days....

*Open to U.S. residents only!

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...is at The RHOK! I'm in High School Reunion Freakout mode! I mean really, you would think I have had 20 years to prepare for this thing so why should I be freaking out about it? It's less than 48 hours away and all I have ready are cute toes. Thanks Mother in Law!

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...is at The RHOK!
When was the last time you practiced a random act of kindness? My friend Jamie's hilarious video of toilet paper and a bachelorette video got me to thinking that maybe I should practice what I write!

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...is at The RHOK!Today I/Mrs. Hart am/is 'fessin up. I might be teaching my kid's some nasty backseat driver habits. I might have some road rage issues. Although, I personally think some people on the road really should go back to drivers ed. Go read today's post at The RHOK and find out why my daughter insists I tell everyone why a male driver blew a kiss at me on Friday- so glad she didn't see the sign language he tried to teach her!

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...is at The RHOK!It's almost Father's Day. I am sharing today about a couple of Daddy's Girls I happen to know-very well.

My Daddy and me- circa 1975

Daddy Crow and his Daughter Crow

Happy Father's Day to all the Daddy's out there!

Today's Post...

...is at The RHOK! Today its all about the graduates of 1992, 2012, 2019 and 2025!!
“You have brains in your head.
You have feet in your shoes
You can steer yourself
any direction you choose.” 
― Dr. Seuss, Oh, the Places You'll Go! 

ILCAP Pre-K Class of 2012
Future Broken Arrow Graduate
2025!!!


Congratulations Miss Kaybrie!

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Today I am writing as Mrs. Hart at The RHOK! If you have a baby, know a baby or are just interested in a baby, you should just go read what I wrote today!

It might just save an innocent child's life.

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...is at The RHOK!!Teacher's Appreciation week this year is May 7-11!Have you started planning? I have a few ideas for you if you haven't!WARNING: Spoiler Alert, please do not share with my children's teachers!!!

Go visit The RHOK today to find out how to make this week's worth of teacher treasure!Leave us a comment while your there!

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is at The RHOK!I had an itch to etch and decided to do it on our niece's wedding gift!Here is one of the dishes I made.What do you think?

Now, get on over to The RHOK to find out HOW I did this!