<![CDATA[Stephanie Nicole's 88.9 Shine FM Blog]]> http://cjsi.ca/ Wednesday February 8, 2012 Wednesday February 8, 2012 11:57:21 MDT http://cjsi.ca/templates/images/RssLogo.gif Stephanie Nicole's 88.9 Shine FM Blog http://cjsi.ca/ Shine FM en-us http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss <![CDATA[Midday Video Blog - Farmer's Markets]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-middayvlogfeb08/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-middayvlogfeb08/ A little controversy on Twitter got me thinking today...   ]]> Stephanie Nicole 08 Feb 2012 13:45 MDT <![CDATA[Pray for Baby Lukas]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-babylukas/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-babylukas/ Just received this prayer request from our sister station, 90.5 Shine FM in Red Deer!  Baby Lukas was born in August 2011 with Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome and has been through so much already.  On February 14th, join in prayer for Baby Lukas.  Read more HERE. ]]> Stephanie Nicole 08 Feb 2012 12:55 MDT <![CDATA[After Two Decades of Drilling, Scientists Reach Antarctica Lake]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-antarcticalake/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-antarcticalake/ After more than two decades of drilling in Antarctica, Russian scientists have reached a gigantic freshwater lake hidden under miles of ice for a long, long time – they say 20 million years.  Finally touching the surface of Lake Vostok, the largest of nearly 400 subglacial l...]]> Stephanie Nicole 08 Feb 2012 12:00 MDT <![CDATA[Where are we getting all our salt? (including heart-friendly RECIPE)]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-salt/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-salt/ New research shows that 44% of salt consumed can be attributed to 10 types of food (read all about it HERE): -breads and rolls, cold cuts and cured meat, pizza, poultry, soups, sandwiches, cheese, pasta dishes, meat dishes, snacks like pretzels and chips So that's basically everything, ...]]> Stephanie Nicole 08 Feb 2012 11:00 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Letting Go of Worry for Good]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfood12feb08/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfood12feb08/ On a scale of 1 to 10, how much time do you spend worrying?  It's easy to get caught up in being anxious about things we can't control.  But how often do you think of it as sin?  I saw this article the other day that said we ought to start looking at worry not as a curse, but as sin...]]> Stephanie Nicole 08 Feb 2012 10:25 MDT <![CDATA[Midday Video Blog - Amazing!]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-middayvlogfeb07/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-middayvlogfeb07/ A highlight from today's show: ]]> Stephanie Nicole 07 Feb 2012 13:50 MDT <![CDATA[To "Cry It Out" or not to "Cry It Out"?]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-cioarticles/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-cioarticles/   WOW, this is a hot topic!  I think it's because whatever way you choose to handle helping your little one learn how to sleep well, you want some support or some indication that you're doing okay!  I found two articles that evoked alot of emotion in me.  They take a look ...]]> Stephanie Nicole 07 Feb 2012 12:20 MDT <![CDATA[Baked Sweet Potatoes]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-bakedswpotatoes/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-bakedswpotatoes/ Mmmm... try sweet potatoes instead of regular potatoes tonight!  Here's a recipe for Baked Sweet Potatoes. Sweet potatoes "A single, 100-calorie sweet potato supplies the recommended daily intake of vitamin A in the form of beta-carotene, a powerful antioxidant. ...]]> Stephanie Nicole 07 Feb 2012 11:05 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - The Source of Your Strength]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfood12feb07/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfood12feb07/ Sometimes we have a heavy load to carry.  It feels like it will never end - one thing after another to deal with, and it's never what you expect!  One of the top Bible verses of 2011 (according to Biblegateway.com) is this one from Philippians 4:13 -  I can do all things ...]]> Stephanie Nicole 07 Feb 2012 10:30 MDT <![CDATA[Pinterest and Gentlemint]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-pinterest/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-pinterest/ Imagine you have a giant corkboard in your room.  And that's where you keep all the photos of things you like, all the recipe cards you want to try or absolutely love, all the magazine cut-outs of things you like or want or need, pictures of dogs or cats or old people or babies or whatever yo...]]> Stephanie Nicole 06 Feb 2012 13:00 MDT <![CDATA[Advice to Young Husbands from 1897]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-husbands1897/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-husbands1897/ I don't know what I thought the advice would be, but it sure wasn't this: "A young husband, should continue to court his wife. He should, in dress and attire around the home, remember he has but one woman to captivate by his manly charms, and, being a man, it will likely req...]]> Stephanie Nicole 06 Feb 2012 12:15 MDT <![CDATA[Greek Yogurt - Superfood?]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-gkyogurt/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-gkyogurt/ It's all the rage right now.  Greek yogurt was hard to find a few years ago, and now regular grocery stores are carrying it.  Some people are worried about the environmental impact or the fact that people might be eating it to look cool (really? who buys yogurt based on how cool they'll ...]]> Stephanie Nicole 06 Feb 2012 10:55 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Unforgiveness]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfood12feb06/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfood12feb06/ "Unforgiveness is a prison, but you hold the keys.  Unlock your heart by asking God to help you forgive and to give you love in place of unforgiveness." - from Rebecca St. James' book "Pure".  What an awesome encouragement.  Forgiving someone is hard, but Go...]]> Stephanie Nicole 06 Feb 2012 10:15 MDT <![CDATA[Apparently - Back to Work!]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-apparently12feb03/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-apparently12feb03/ Connect with me on Facebook and Twitter! ]]> Stephanie Nicole 03 Feb 2012 14:10 MDT <![CDATA[Make the Most of Movie Night]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-movienight/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-movienight/   We love movies at our house! And when I found this resource from Plugged In Online, I was impressed!  They offer downloadable questions and conversation-generating opportunities for the movie that you're watching.  Our little one isn't old enough for this yet, but I think we...]]> Stephanie Nicole 03 Feb 2012 12:35 MDT <![CDATA[SAVE at the Grocery Store]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-saveongroceries/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-saveongroceries/ Our family is trying something different this month.  On the weekend, we make a list of five dinners we want to eat in the coming week, but we don't assign a day. Instead, we put the list on the side of the fridge.  And then we go grocery shopping and only buy what we need for tho...]]> Stephanie Nicole 03 Feb 2012 11:25 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Trusting the Lord]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfood12feb03/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfood12feb03/ Life gets so crazy sometimes that we feel overwhelmed and start to wonder how things are all going to work out.  We are reminded in Proverbs 3 that God is making our paths straight, when we choose to trust in Him! Trust in the LORD with all your heart    and lean not on ...]]> Stephanie Nicole 03 Feb 2012 10:30 MDT <![CDATA[Guys and Church: what is the deal?]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-guysandchurch/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-guysandchurch/ Change is in the air... this article talks about guys and their lack of interest in church.  It has some really good ideas about changing the way we do kids, youth and family ministry - hopefully it can spark a conversation at your place of worship! "How to Get the Men Back"&nb...]]> Stephanie Nicole 02 Feb 2012 12:55 MDT <![CDATA[What does "low fat" and "reduced sodium" REALLY mean?]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-nutrientinfo/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-nutrientinfo/ I was in the soup aisle the other day reading labels - and I wondered what the difference was between regular and "reduced sodium" (other than lack of taste!).  Health Canada has a good resource that explains exactly what the nutrient claims on your food mean: HERE ]]> Stephanie Nicole 02 Feb 2012 12:25 MDT <![CDATA[Happy Birthday GI Joe!]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-gijoeclassictoys/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-gijoeclassictoys/ Believe it or not, GI Joe is 48 today!  Introduced on February 2, 1964.  I never had a GI Joe.  But my one of my favourites was Strawberry Shortcake!   Glo-worm, My Little Pony, Rainbow Brite... what was your favourite childhood toy that you wish you would ...]]> Stephanie Nicole 02 Feb 2012 11:20 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Remembering Brokenness]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfood12feb02/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfood12feb02/ Here's a quote from Beth Moore:  "The richest testimonies come from people [God] has made whole and who still remember what it was like to be broken."  Amen!  It reminded me of a passage in James: 8 Come near to God and he will come near to you. Wash your hand...]]> Stephanie Nicole 02 Feb 2012 10:30 MDT <![CDATA[Britt Nicole - All This Time (Video)]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-britnicvideo/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-britnicvideo/ This song reached my heart today!    ]]> Stephanie Nicole 01 Feb 2012 12:25 MDT <![CDATA[February is Family Month at City Rec Facilities]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-cityrecfeb/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-cityrecfeb/ The city's recreation department is celebrating 100 years in 2012 - and February is Family Month!  Skating, swimming, even free indoor golfing - check out the list of events happening at city rec facilities here. ]]> Stephanie Nicole 01 Feb 2012 11:30 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - The Word of God is Alive!]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanie-soulfood12feb01/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanie-soulfood12feb01/ Have you ever been reading the Bible, when something jumps out at you and hits you in the heart?  Hebrews 4:12-13 says: 12 For the word of God is alive and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it penetrates even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow; it judges the ...]]> Stephanie Nicole 01 Feb 2012 10:35 MDT <![CDATA[Neighbourlink Need: Single Beds!]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-neighbourneed/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-neighbourneed/ Just saw this on Twitter - if you can help, call LeeAnne!     "We're in big need of single beds...Got 1 or 2?! Phone LeeAnne at 403.538.7314 to donate and keep children and youth off the floor at night!"   Learn more about Neighbourlink HERE. ...]]> Stephanie Nicole 01 Feb 2012 10:20 MDT <![CDATA[Interview with Tim Neufeld of Starfield]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-starfieldjan2012/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-starfieldjan2012/ Starfield's latest album, "The Kingdom" is out today!  Available on iTunes and in stores.  I had a chance to chat with Tim Neufeld this afternoon.  We talked about his family, what it's been like to become a "post-dependent" band, and the meaning behind th...]]> Stephanie Nicole 31 Jan 2012 12:40 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - The Greatness of our God]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfood12jan31/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfood12jan31/ This morning, we played a song by Natalie Grant called "Greatness of Our God".  I just found out that a friend of mine lost her 10 year old son to cancer - and my heart is broken for her.  But the simple phrase "no sky contains and no doubt constrains the greatness of ou...]]> Stephanie Nicole 31 Jan 2012 10:25 MDT <![CDATA[Interview with Mac Powell of Third Day]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-macpowellinterview/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-macpowellinterview/ Third Day was in concert at Centre Street Church tonight - I had a chance to chat with lead singer Mac Powell before the show about what his family was likely doing at that very moment.  See if your family's bedtime routine is like the Powell family's!   ]]> Stephanie Nicole 30 Jan 2012 20:35 MDT <![CDATA[Aaron Shust's New Baby Boy!]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-aaronshustblog/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-aaronshustblog/ The Shust family welcomed a new baby, Michael, earlier this month!  Michael has Down Syndrome, and right now they're waiting on heart surgery.  They won't know when until Michael's heart fails, so please pray for the Shust family for peace and wisdom, as they wait.  Read more about ...]]> Stephanie Nicole 30 Jan 2012 12:40 MDT <![CDATA[Game Changers]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-gamechangers/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-gamechangers/ We're talking "game-changers" today!  For me, it was becoming a mom.  Everything looks different now.  It could be a big move, the beginning or ending of a relationship, becoming or losing a parent, coming to know the Lord... what has been a "game-changer" for yo...]]> Stephanie Nicole 30 Jan 2012 12:10 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - The Lord is Gracious and Compassionate]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanie-soulfood12jan30/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanie-soulfood12jan30/  8 The LORD is gracious and compassionate,    slow to anger and rich in love. Psalm 145 (NIV) *** This morning I was thinking about the character of our God, and Psalm 145 popped into my head.  I wasn't sure what I would find there, but when I opened it ...]]> Stephanie Nicole 30 Jan 2012 10:45 MDT <![CDATA[Do Not Be Anxious...]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-donotbeanxious/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-donotbeanxious/ I've been thinking alot these days about how since having a baby, my anxieties and worries have doubled, if not tripled!  I've always been somewhat of an anxious person, but now with a little one to care for and teach and help grow into a responsible adult, hopefully with a heart for Jesus, I...]]> Stephanie Nicole 14 Jan 2012 10:41 MDT <![CDATA[Apparently - Merry Christmas!]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-apparentlymerrychristmas/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-apparentlymerrychristmas/ Baby's first Christmas! Connect with me on Facebook and Twitter!   ]]> Stephanie Nicole 21 Dec 2011 10:05 MDT <![CDATA[Apparently - Cute and Not-so-cute]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-apparentlycutenotso/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-apparentlycutenotso/ Can I get an amen? Connect with me on Facebook and Twitter! ]]> Stephanie Nicole 25 Oct 2011 14:28 MDT <![CDATA[Apparently - Crawling!]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-apparentlycrawling/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-apparentlycrawling/ She grew up overnight! Connect with me on Facebook and Twitter! ]]> Stephanie Nicole 30 Sep 2011 13:25 MDT <![CDATA[Apparently - Summer Fun!]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-apparentlysummerfun/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-apparentlysummerfun/ Know any good books for really little ones? > Connect with me on Facebook and Twitter!]]> Stephanie Nicole 30 Jul 2011 10:13 MDT <![CDATA[Apparently - Time Flies]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-apparentlytimeflies/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-apparentlytimeflies/ New - feeling the gravity of time.   > Connect with me on Facebook and Twitter!]]> Stephanie Nicole 13 Jun 2011 15:55 MDT <![CDATA[Apparently - First Mother's Day]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-apparentlymothersday/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-apparentlymothersday/ Discovering new things. Connect with me on Facebook and Twitter!]]> Stephanie Nicole 03 May 2011 11:30 MDT <![CDATA[Apparently - Easter]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-apparentlyeaster/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-apparentlyeaster/ Easter is different this year. Connect with me on Facebook and Twitter!]]> Stephanie Nicole 24 Apr 2011 03:30 MDT <![CDATA[Apparently - A Diaper Cake]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-apparentlydiapercake/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-apparentlydiapercake/ Lovely! Connect with me on Facebook and Twitter!]]> Stephanie Nicole 11 Apr 2011 03:19 MDT <![CDATA[New on Apparently - Sharing Milestones]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-apparentlymilestones/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-apparentlymilestones/ Connecting with family. Connect with me on Facebook and Twitter!]]> Stephanie Nicole 30 Mar 2011 13:06 MDT <![CDATA[Apparently - Time Change and Burp Cloths]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-apparentlytime/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-apparentlytime/ Kids don't know about the time change.  And - where are all the fashionable burp cloths? Connect with me on Facebook and Twitter!]]> Stephanie Nicole 18 Mar 2011 15:21 MDT <![CDATA[Apparently - Tsunami]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-apparentlytsun/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-apparentlytsun/ Praying today. Connect with me on Facebook and Twitter!]]> Stephanie Nicole 11 Mar 2011 10:37 MDT <![CDATA[Apparently - A Fist]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-apparentlyfist/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-apparentlyfist/ New developments.   Connect with me on Facebook and Twitter!]]> Stephanie Nicole 03 Mar 2011 14:09 MDT <![CDATA[Apparently - There's an App for That]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-apparentlyapp/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-apparentlyapp/ Believe it or not, there's an app for babies. Connect with me on Facebook and Twitter!   ]]> Stephanie Nicole 23 Feb 2011 17:20 MDT <![CDATA[New on Apparently - Diapers]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-apparentlydiapers/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-apparentlydiapers/ Oh the joys of diaper changing!   Connect with me on Facebook and Twitter!]]> Stephanie Nicole 16 Feb 2011 12:45 MDT <![CDATA[Apparently - First Thoughts]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-appfeb3/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-appfeb3/ New this week on Apparently: My initial thoughts on parenting.     ]]> Stephanie Nicole 03 Feb 2011 14:00 MDT <![CDATA[New on Apparently - She's here!]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-apparentlyjan26/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-apparentlyjan26/ A new baby has made her appearance - early!   ]]> Stephanie Nicole 26 Jan 2011 14:10 MDT <![CDATA[New on Apparently - Getting Ready]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-apparentlyjan5/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-apparentlyjan5/ My "new mom" blog.  New video up:   ]]> Stephanie Nicole 05 Jan 2011 17:16 MDT <![CDATA["Viral" Tops List of Banished Words]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-banishedwords/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-banishedwords/ Ever had enough of a word?  So have these people at a Michigan state university.  Here's part of this year's list of words that have been overused and have outgrown their usefulness (see full list here): -viral -epic -fail -the use of "google" and "face...]]> Stephanie Nicole 01 Jan 2011 22:25 MDT <![CDATA[Christmas Tree Recycling]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-xmastreerecycle/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-xmastreerecycle/ Taking the tree down? The city is offering curbside tree pick up again this year - on January 8th.  Can't wait?  Drop off your tree at one of the temporary depots.  Click HERE for details. Pick up: Waste & Recycling Services will pick up Christmas trees from Calg...]]> Stephanie Nicole 28 Dec 2010 12:49 MDT <![CDATA[What's the BEST thing that's happened to you this year?]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-bestthings/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-bestthings/ Today on the Drive Show, we were talking about the BEST things that happened to us in 2010 - things we're praising God for! -Naomi's son Josh was 1 year seizure free and 3 years off of chemo!  -We had a listener who welcomed her 6th grandbaby into the family this year - a little ...]]> Stephanie Nicole 23 Dec 2010 16:04 MDT <![CDATA[Ideas for Celebrating the REAL Message of Christmas with Little Ones]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-xmaswithlittleones/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-xmaswithlittleones/ Over the next few days, your family may already have plans to read the Christmas story together or go to church.  What a great way to keep Christ at the center of the celebrations!  How about re-enacting the Christmas story at home? When I was a kid, we used to put on a "Chris...]]> Stephanie Nicole 23 Dec 2010 15:45 MDT <![CDATA[Navigating Family Dynamics at Christmas]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-famdynamics/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-famdynamics/ Getting together with your family over the holidays can be WONDERFUL... and stressful all at the same time!  Not all family relationships are harmonious, and sometimes spending time with certain people can make us feel and act like we did when we were growing up in the same house with them.&n...]]> Stephanie Nicole 22 Dec 2010 15:10 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Love is Sacrifice]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-slfddec22/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-slfddec22/ 9 This is how God showed his love among us: He sent his one and only Son into the world that we might live through him. 10 This is love: not that we loved God, but that he loved us and sent his Son as an atoning sacrifice for our sins. 11 Dear friends, since God so loved us, we also ought to ...]]> Stephanie Nicole 22 Dec 2010 14:36 MDT <![CDATA[Last Night's Lunar Eclipse - Images and Video]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-luneclipsephotos/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-luneclipsephotos/ In case you missed it last night - here's a time lapse video: And here are some local photos of the lunar eclipse. ]]> Stephanie Nicole 21 Dec 2010 15:53 MDT <![CDATA[Today on "Apparently"]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-appdec21/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-appdec21/ New video up on "Apparently" - today, thoughts on growing up.   ]]> Stephanie Nicole 21 Dec 2010 15:01 MDT <![CDATA[Christmas Travel Forecast]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-xmasforecast/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-xmasforecast/ It's the first day of winter... and the shortest day of the year!  Hope you've been enjoying these 8 hours of daylight.  The days only get longer from here!  If you were hoping for freshly fallen snow on Christmas morning, you'll have to keep dreaming.  But if you're trav...]]> Stephanie Nicole 21 Dec 2010 14:43 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - God's Love for Us]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-slfddec21/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-slfddec21/ 6 You see, at just the right time, when we were still powerless, Christ died for the ungodly. 7 Very rarely will anyone die for a righteous person, though for a good person someone might possibly dare to die. 8 But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Ch...]]> Stephanie Nicole 21 Dec 2010 14:37 MDT <![CDATA[Foiling Christmas Thieves]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-foilxmasthieves/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-foilxmasthieves/ If only all thieves were like the two guys from Home Alone - captured by an eight year old with micromachines, a blowtorch and a tarantula. There have been some reports of B&E's already - not that anyone wants to deal with that, especially at Christmas.  So how do you make your home...]]> Stephanie Nicole 20 Dec 2010 16:56 MDT <![CDATA[Tron: Legacy]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-tronlegacy/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-tronlegacy/ Had a chance to see Disney's "Tron: Legacy" over the weekend and I have to say it was WAAAAY more entertaining than the original "Tron" movie!  It's rated PG so it's better for older kids.  I think they'd have alot of fun with this movie.  It's a visually stunnin...]]> Stephanie Nicole 20 Dec 2010 15:17 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - A Gift of Love]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-slfddec20/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-slfddec20/ 16 For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life. 17 For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but to save the world through him. 18 Whoever believes in him is not condemned, but whoeve...]]> Stephanie Nicole 20 Dec 2010 14:15 MDT <![CDATA[Flying This Holiday Season? Ditch the Handcream]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-handcreamflying/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-handcreamflying/ You know that handcream in your purse?  It could be the reason for the giant security line-up at the airport.  Airport officials are reminding holiday passengers to check large quantities of liquids, gels and aerosols.  Read more HERE. According to the article, most items c...]]> Stephanie Nicole 17 Dec 2010 15:46 MDT <![CDATA[Amazing Gingerbread Houses]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-amazinggingerbread/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-amazinggingerbread/ They're so amazing that I wouldn't eat them.  Nothing like a little inspiration to get the creative juices flowing! ]]> Stephanie Nicole 17 Dec 2010 15:05 MDT <![CDATA[Taking It Down a Notch This Christmas]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-downchristmas/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-downchristmas/ Lynn Hybels, wife of Pastor Bill Hybels of Willow Creek Church, has learned something about Christmas as she has gotten older.  Here's a few excerpts from an article entitled "My Lazy Christmas" (it's worth it to read the whole thing if you have time): "At age 29, 39, or e...]]> Stephanie Nicole 17 Dec 2010 14:36 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Pure Joy]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-slfddec17/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-slfddec17/ 2 Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, 3 because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. 4 Let perseverance finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything. James 1:2-4 (NIV) --- Thi...]]> Stephanie Nicole 17 Dec 2010 14:34 MDT <![CDATA[New Video on "Apparently"]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-apparentlydec16/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-apparentlydec16/ New video up on "Apparently" - A Donkey Ride: ]]> Stephanie Nicole 16 Dec 2010 17:08 MDT <![CDATA[Storm Turns Lighthouse into Ice House]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-icehouse/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-icehouse/ Check out this video of a storm that covered a lighthouse in ice:   Visit msnbc.com for breaking news, world news, and news about the economy   ]]> Stephanie Nicole 16 Dec 2010 16:07 MDT <![CDATA[The Cure for Bullying: Babies?]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-rootsempahty/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-rootsempahty/ Whether we like it or not, bullying is still a problem in schools.  But there's a new program that some Canadian schools are testing  that will hopefully help kids learn about empathy.  It's called Roots of Empathy, and it involves bringing a baby into the classroom with a facilitat...]]> Stephanie Nicole 16 Dec 2010 15:34 MDT <![CDATA["Whatever" Voted the Most Annoying Word]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-mostannoyingword/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-mostannoyingword/ To tell you the truth, if you’re actually considering making new year’s resolutions, you might want to, you know, rethink your pet phrases, you know what I mean?  But, like, whatever, it’s up to you. Let me say that again.  There are a few words or phrases tha...]]> Stephanie Nicole 16 Dec 2010 15:09 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - How to Be Filled with Joy]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-slfddec16/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-slfddec16/ 13 May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit. Romans 15:13 (NIV) --- Being filled with joy doesn't just happen - we have to choose to trust in God, who is specifically described as &quo...]]> Stephanie Nicole 16 Dec 2010 14:39 MDT <![CDATA[A Chat with Michael W. Smith]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-mwsinterview/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-mwsinterview/ This afternoon on the Drive Show, I chatted with Michael W. Smith about his favourite Christmas music, family traditions, the real message of the season, and his upcoming concerts with the Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra on December 15th and 16th.  Tickets available at cpo-live.com.   ...]]> Stephanie Nicole 15 Dec 2010 15:05 MDT <![CDATA[An Easy Gift the Kids Can Make]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-easygift/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-easygift/ Remember being a kid and wanting to make gifts for your friends and family at Christmas?  This is a pretty good idea - easy, and depending on where you shop, the ingredients can be fairly inexpensive: Chocolate Chunk Hot Cocoa Mix(from RealSimple.com) Makes: 1 gift (4 cups in all) ...]]> Stephanie Nicole 15 Dec 2010 14:59 MDT <![CDATA[Cold FX Giveaways and Natural Ways to Prevent Winter Illnesses]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-natremcoldfx/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-natremcoldfx/ We're giving away Cold FX prize packs this week on Shine FM so stay tuned for cues to call throughout the day!  Of all the gifts exchanged this year at your house, I sure hope that a cold or flu is NOT among them (wash your hands, don't touch your face, and all that good stuff).  A...]]> Stephanie Nicole 15 Dec 2010 14:40 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Joy, A Fruit of the Spirit]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-slfddec15/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-slfddec15/ 22 But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, 23 gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law. 24 Those who belong to Christ Jesus have crucified the flesh with its passions and desires. 25 Since we live by the Spirit, l...]]> Stephanie Nicole 15 Dec 2010 14:34 MDT <![CDATA[Amazing Creator! Top 14 Astronomy Pictures of 2010]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-top14astronpics/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-top14astronpics/ These pictures are astounding!  God is an amazing Creator! Top 14 Astronomy Pictures of 2010 Here's a sneak peek: ]]> Stephanie Nicole 14 Dec 2010 16:40 MDT <![CDATA[Inexpensive Gift Idea for the Person Who Likes Hard Boiled Eggs]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-eggtimer/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-eggtimer/ Could be for your mom or dad, or perhaps your co-worker who brings egg salad every single day.  I saw this egg timer at a kitchen gadget store for $9.99, and at my local grocery store for $6.95 (it was just hanging next to the eggs).    It's called the Egg-Perfect Egg Tim...]]> Stephanie Nicole 14 Dec 2010 16:02 MDT <![CDATA[The Fudge from the Back of the Kraft Marshmallow Creme Jar]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-fudge/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-fudge/ Yesterday we were driving home from work when Johnny Mac said, "hey, we should make fudge".  So, we looked for the authentic recipe from the back of the Kraft Marshmallow Creme jar (which is now a plastic container, not a jar at all - and it doesn't have the recipe anymore!).  ...]]> Stephanie Nicole 14 Dec 2010 14:41 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Rejoice!]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-slfddec14/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-slfddec14/ 4 Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice! 5 Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near. 6 Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. 7 And the peace of God, which transcends...]]> Stephanie Nicole 14 Dec 2010 14:38 MDT <![CDATA[300+ Motorists Trapped Overnight in Their Cars Near Sarnia, ON]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-trappedincars/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-trappedincars/ One of the reasons we really should update our car emergency kit - and top up the gas tank before heading out on the road!  What a brutal snowstorm!  Brandon Junkin was one of hundreds of motorists that spent the night in their vehicles waiting for emergency services to help them.  ...]]> Stephanie Nicole 14 Dec 2010 14:23 MDT <![CDATA[Christmas at the Mustard Seed]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-seedchristmasopps/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-seedchristmasopps/ The Mustard Seed Shine-a-thon is over for another year - but this is one of the busiest times at the Seed!  There are all kinds of opportunities to give in the next two weeks.  Click HERE to learn more about: Toy Shoppe - accepting donations of new toys for kids aged 0-15 until Dec...]]> Stephanie Nicole 13 Dec 2010 15:29 MDT <![CDATA[The Latest on "Apparently" - Need a Nap!]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-appdec13/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-appdec13/ Join me on my journey into motherhood on "Apparently".  The latest - Need a Nap!   ]]> Stephanie Nicole 13 Dec 2010 15:26 MDT <![CDATA[Should the City Start Organic Recycling?]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-orgrecycling/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-orgrecycling/ In the hustle and bustle of this busy season, conversations about organic recycling seem kind of out of place, BUT there's still work to be done.  The city is debating whether or not they should start a curbside organic recycling program.  People who have backyard composters know that yo...]]> Stephanie Nicole 13 Dec 2010 14:22 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Great Joy!]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-slfddec13/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-slfddec13/ 9 An angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were terrified. 10 But the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid. I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all the people. 11 Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to yo...]]> Stephanie Nicole 13 Dec 2010 14:19 MDT <![CDATA[New Christmas Single from Greg Sczebel]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-gsnewsong/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-gsnewsong/ Got a call this week from Canadian recording artist Greg Sczebel about his latest Christmas song.  It's called "A Little More Time with You", and it's about spending time with the ones we love during the holidays, instead of getting caught up in buying more things.   ...]]> Stephanie Nicole 10 Dec 2010 15:44 MDT <![CDATA[Steven Curtis Chapman is coming to Calgary!]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-scctour/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-scctour/ Just got word today that Steven Curtis Chapman is on tour in Spring 2011 - and he'll be making a stop in Calgary!  April 3, 2011.  Tickets go on sale this Thursday - stay tuned to 88.9 Shine FM for details!   ]]> Stephanie Nicole 10 Dec 2010 14:55 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Peacemakers]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-slfddec10/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-slfddec10/ 13 Who is wise and understanding among you? Let them show it by their good life, by deeds done in the humility that comes from wisdom. 14 But if you harbor bitter envy and selfish ambition in your hearts, do not boast about it or deny the truth. 15 Such “wisdom” does not come down ...]]> Stephanie Nicole 10 Dec 2010 14:53 MDT <![CDATA[Becoming the Mom Your Child Needs]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-tumtime/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-tumtime/ Sometimes life takes an unexpected turn.  I just discovered this short article by a mom whose newborn daughter has Down syndrome.  It's called "Tummy Time", and it talks briefly about toning our muscles to become the moms our kids need.  Here's a quote:   ...]]> Stephanie Nicole 10 Dec 2010 14:31 MDT <![CDATA[Chocolate Shortbread Cookies]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-chocshortbread/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-chocshortbread/ Two of my favourite things put together!  Apparently, these are amazing cookies.  Emily's Famous Chocolate Shortbread Cookies Ingredients 2 cups confectioners' sugar 1/2 cup Dutch process cocoa powder 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon salt ...]]> Stephanie Nicole 08 Dec 2010 16:07 MDT <![CDATA[Calgary's Child Minute - The Santa Visit]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-calchildmindec8/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-calchildmindec8/ Today: Preparing to visit Santa.   var version = deconcept.SWFObjectUtil.getPlayerVersion();if(document.getElementById && (version['major'] >= 7 )) {var so = new SWFObject("/flash/AS3MP3Player.swf", "MP3player","350", "230", "8", '#516EB8');so.addVariable("songs","202130844d...]]> Stephanie Nicole 08 Dec 2010 15:47 MDT <![CDATA[Real Life Sleeping Beauty]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-reallifesb/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-reallifesb/ Think YOUR teenager sleeps alot?  How about this real life sleeping beauty?  From bbc.com: Britain’s 16 year old Louisa Ball might take 10 days to fully wake from her slumber, due to a very rare neurological disorder. So what's it like living with Kleine-Levin Syndr...]]> Stephanie Nicole 08 Dec 2010 15:05 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Prince of Peace]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-slfddec8/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-slfddec8/ 6 For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. 7 Of the greatness of his government and peace there will be no end. He will reign on Dav...]]> Stephanie Nicole 08 Dec 2010 14:23 MDT <![CDATA[The Narnia Policeman]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-narniapoliceman/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-narniapoliceman/ The latest in the Chronicles of Narnia series, "Voyage of the Dawn Treader" opens in theaters this Friday.  Who makes sure the filmmakers stay true to the original books?  The Narnia Policeman, C.S. Lewis' stepson Douglas Gresham.  Read an interview with Douglas HERE. ...]]> Stephanie Nicole 07 Dec 2010 15:27 MDT <![CDATA[Jessica Seinfeld's 20 Minute Turkey Tostadas]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-turkeytostadas/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-turkeytostadas/ Today's episode of Oprah was pretty good.  Jerry Seinfeld's wife, Jessica (of Cooking Advice by Jessica Seinfeld), helped "America's Worst Cooks" with easy dinner ideas, grocery lists, and pantry basics.  Jerry was there to support his lovely lady - by tasting all the recipes a...]]> Stephanie Nicole 07 Dec 2010 15:11 MDT <![CDATA[Why Having Friends at Church is Important]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-friendsatchurch/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-friendsatchurch/ This weekend at church, strike up a conversation with someone you've never talked to before - it'll do you both some good.   According to a new study, there are benefits to making friends at church: Attending religious services regularly and having close friends in the congr...]]> Stephanie Nicole 07 Dec 2010 14:42 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Real Peace]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-slfddec7/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-slfddec7/ 23 Jesus replied, “Anyone who loves me will obey my teaching. My Father will love them, and we will come to them and make our home with them. 24 Anyone who does not love me will not obey my teaching. These words you hear are not my own; they belong to the Father who sent me. 25 &ld...]]> Stephanie Nicole 07 Dec 2010 14:39 MDT <![CDATA["Apparently" with Stephanie Nicole - new video!]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-appdec6/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-appdec6/ Motherhood is an amazing journey!  Keep up with me on "Apparently" - the latest video is up!   ]]> Stephanie Nicole 06 Dec 2010 17:28 MDT <![CDATA[Disney's "Tangled" - How Family Friendly?]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-tangled/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-tangled/ The latest animated feature from Disney was a popular box office choice this past weekend.  It's rated PG.  How family friendly is it?  One listener mentioned a few scary parts for a 6 year old.  You can read read more on the Plugged In Movie Review.   ...]]> Stephanie Nicole 06 Dec 2010 15:15 MDT <![CDATA[Spend Smarter this Season]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-spendsmarter/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-spendsmarter/ If you haven't finished your shopping this year, there's still time to spend smarter!! Vancouverite Katie Dunsworth, one of the authors of The Smart Cookies Guide to Making More Dough and Getting Out of Debt, has a list of 5 gifting personalities.  Which one are you?   ...]]> Stephanie Nicole 06 Dec 2010 14:42 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Peace on Earth]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-slfddec6/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-slfddec6/ 8 And there were shepherds living out in the fields nearby, keeping watch over their flocks at night. 9 An angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were terrified. 10 But the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid. I bring you good news th...]]> Stephanie Nicole 06 Dec 2010 14:39 MDT <![CDATA[Malawi Children's Centre Welcomes Volunteers]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-malawichildren/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-malawichildren/ Wouldn't this be an amazing experience?  I chatted with Will and Pam Phillips this morning - they're the co-founders of Tiyamike Mulungu Center in Bangula, Malawi, Africa.  They've lived in Malawi for the past 7 years, and have a home for orphaned babies and children.  They're in Ca...]]> Stephanie Nicole 03 Dec 2010 07:24 MDT <![CDATA[Tobogganing Spots]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-tobogganspots/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-tobogganspots/ Tobogganing, anyone?  It's going to be a pretty nice day to head out - and the weekend looks good too.  Here are some spots to check out: Confederation Park 2800 10 St NW (north side of Park immediately west of Rosemont Community Centre) St. Andrew's Heights 2504 13 Ave...]]> Stephanie Nicole 03 Dec 2010 06:59 MDT <![CDATA[See "It's a Wonderful Life" on the Big Screen]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-wonderfullife/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-wonderfullife/ Thanks to Grace for passing this on! If this is one of your favourite holiday movies, you're in luck - you can see it on the big screen!  Cineplex is showing the 1947 classic film "It's a Wonderful Life" at Scotiabank Theatre Chinook or Cineplex Odeon Crowfoot Crossing on Wednesday,...]]> Stephanie Nicole 03 Dec 2010 06:49 MDT <![CDATA[A Few Ideas for Free Family Fun This Weekend]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-frfamfundec3/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-frfamfundec3/ Check out: -The Lions Festival of Lights along 14th St NW open every night 'til midnight.  Calgary's largest free drive-by Christmas light display! -The Airdrie Festival of Lights is on at Nose Creek Park in Airdrie, nightly from 6-9!  Their opening ceremony is tomorrow at...]]> Stephanie Nicole 03 Dec 2010 06:35 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - A Living Hope]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-slfddec3/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-slfddec3/ 3 Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! In his great mercy he has given us new birth into a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, 4 and into an inheritance that can never perish, spoil or fade. This inheritance is kept in heaven for you, 5 who ...]]> Stephanie Nicole 03 Dec 2010 06:12 MDT <![CDATA[Where is Dominick the Donkey?]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-domdonkey/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-domdonkey/ It's a Shine FM Christmas tradition.  So, where is the little guy?  If you haven't heard Lou Monte's "Dominick the Donkey" yet this year, you're not alone.  Dominick is missing in action!  BUT -- word on the street is that he may turn up sometime in the next week. ...]]> Stephanie Nicole 02 Dec 2010 08:20 MDT <![CDATA[Three Questions to Ask Your Spouse Each Week]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-questionsforspouse/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-questionsforspouse/ Yes, we all want stronger, healthier marriages.  And we've heard lots of different advice throughout the years that either did or didn't work for our particular marriage relationships.  But I came across this article from Kyria.com that had a simple set of weekly questions that seemed do...]]> Stephanie Nicole 02 Dec 2010 06:24 MDT <![CDATA[Preschool Girls Say Thinner is Better]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-preschoolthin/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-preschoolthin/ How's your attitude and expression of body image?  If you've ever spent time around young children, you know that they absorb everything!  But this one is really interesting.  In one of the first studies to look at how young children view body image, the results point to a preferenc...]]> Stephanie Nicole 02 Dec 2010 05:58 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Jesus, Our Hope]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-slfddec2/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-slfddec2/ 7 Accept one another, then, just as Christ accepted you, in order to bring praise to God. 8 For I tell you that Christ has become a servant of the Jews on behalf of God’s truth, so that the promises made to the patriarchs might be confirmed 9 and, moreover, that the Gentiles might glor...]]> Stephanie Nicole 02 Dec 2010 05:36 MDT <![CDATA[Calgary's Child Minute - Christmas Shopping with Kids in Tow]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-calchildmindec1/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-calchildmindec1/ Ellen Percival from Calgary's Child Magazine shares some tips on how to shop with the kids this holiday season:     var version = deconcept.SWFObjectUtil.getPlayerVersion();if(document.getElementById && (version['major'] >= 7 )) {var so = new SWFObject("/flash/AS3MP...]]> Stephanie Nicole 01 Dec 2010 16:13 MDT <![CDATA[Festive Scented Playdough]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-scentedplaydough/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-scentedplaydough/ FUN!  And totally delicious-smelling.  Here's the basic recipe for homemade playdough (the non-edible kind, although at least you know what's in it in case the scents are too tempting!).  That basic recipe also shows you how to add colour to your playdough using natural ingredients....]]> Stephanie Nicole 01 Dec 2010 15:48 MDT <![CDATA[Home for Christmas Winners!]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-christmaswinner/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-christmaswinner/ Congratulations to Higgins and Cheryl and their son Ben.  Ben wanted to bring his brother Adam home to Calgary from North Carolina for Christmas this year.  Here's his story: I want to bring my brother Adam home for Christmas. I am just 11, recently my family made a move from ...]]> Stephanie Nicole 01 Dec 2010 15:06 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Where is Our Hope?]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-slfddec1/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-slfddec1/ 1 As the deer pants for streams of water, so my soul pants for you, my God. 2 My soul thirsts for God, for the living God. When can I go and meet with God? 3 My tears have been my food day and night, while people say to me all day long, “Where is your God?” 4 These th...]]> Stephanie Nicole 01 Dec 2010 14:36 MDT <![CDATA[Home for Christmas Announcement TOMORROW MORNING at 7:40!]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-homechristmasannouncement/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-homechristmasannouncement/ Thank you to everyone who shared your stories with us!  We'll be announcing the winner of the Home for Christmas contest tomorrow (Wednesday) morning at 7:40.  Celebrate with us as we help someone bring a loved one home for the holiday season!   Home for Christmas is brou...]]> Stephanie Nicole 30 Nov 2010 17:28 MDT <![CDATA[Afternoon Video Blog - Nov.30]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-aftvlognov30/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-aftvlognov30/ A big announcement at 7:40 tomorrow morning.   ]]> Stephanie Nicole 30 Nov 2010 17:08 MDT <![CDATA[Make Straw and Pom Pom Garland]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-strawpompomgarland/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-strawpompomgarland/ One year, I spent hours stringing popcorn for the Christmas tree.  It was alot of work, but it looked pretty cool and it was cheaper than buying new garland.  How about something a little different this year? Straw and Pom-Pom Garland   This cool garland idea ...]]> Stephanie Nicole 30 Nov 2010 15:26 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Encouragement and Good Hope]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-slfdnov30/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-slfdnov30/ 16 May our Lord Jesus Christ himself and God our Father, who loved us and by his grace gave us eternal encouragement and good hope, 17 encourage your hearts and strengthen you in every good deed and word. 2 Thessalonias 2:16-17 (NIV) --- Sometimes we feel down in the dumps for no part...]]> Stephanie Nicole 30 Nov 2010 14:17 MDT <![CDATA[Your Ideas for a Simple Christmas]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-simplexmas/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-simplexmas/ How is your family intentionally keeping Christmas simple this year? -one family is drawing names and has agreed to MAKE their family member a present!  It can be anything - homemade.  Baking, sewing, woodworking, music, art, you name it, it counts (if it's homemade!).  By the ...]]> Stephanie Nicole 30 Nov 2010 14:15 MDT <![CDATA[Afternoon Video Blog - Nov. 29]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-aftvlognov29/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-aftvlognov29/ Putting up the tree, and keeping Christmas simple.   ]]> Stephanie Nicole 29 Nov 2010 16:50 MDT <![CDATA[Christmas Love - A Holiday Paraphrase of 1 Corinthians 13]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-christmaslove/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-christmaslove/ CHRISTMAS LOVE - a paraphrase of 1 Corinthians 13 -Author Unknown If I decorate my house perfectly with plaid bows, strands of twinkling lights and shiny balls, but do not show love to my family, I'm just another decorator. If I slave away in the kitchen, baking dozens ...]]> Stephanie Nicole 29 Nov 2010 15:48 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Our Hope]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-slfdnov29/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-slfdnov29/ 11 For the grace of God has appeared that offers salvation to all people. 12 It teaches us to say “No” to ungodliness and worldly passions, and to live self-controlled, upright and godly lives in this present age, 13 while we wait for the blessed hope—the appearing of the g...]]> Stephanie Nicole 29 Nov 2010 14:27 MDT <![CDATA[Afternoon Video Blog - Nov.17]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-aftvlognov17/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-aftvlognov17/ A royal parallel.   ]]> Stephanie Nicole 17 Nov 2010 17:27 MDT <![CDATA[A Great Day for Whipped Shortbread]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-whippedshortbread/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-whippedshortbread/ With temperatures cooling down over the next few days and snow that looks like it's here to stay (for the week, anyway), you may be getting a jump on your holiday baking.  Here's a Whipped Shortbread recipe to try.  According to the reviews, the key here is to beat the butter and sugar t...]]> Stephanie Nicole 17 Nov 2010 16:00 MDT <![CDATA[Calgary's Child Minute - Toboganning]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-ccmtoboggan/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-ccmtoboggan/ The hills are alive with the sound of children... enjoying toboganning!  Ellen Percival from Calgary's Child Magazine has some tips for us to enjoy a fun, SAFE day out on the local hill.   var version = deconcept.SWFObjectUtil.getPlayerVersion();if(document.getElementById ...]]> Stephanie Nicole 17 Nov 2010 15:49 MDT <![CDATA[Cholera Now Reported in the Dominican Republic and Florida]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-choleraspread/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-choleraspread/ As Samaritan's Purse responds to the crisis in Haiti, we're now seeing one case of cholera confirmed in the Dominican Republic and one case confirmed in Florida. Read Calgary Nurse Helen Adams' latest blog update from the frontlines in Haiti HERE. Pray for the frontline workers in Haiti...]]> Stephanie Nicole 17 Nov 2010 15:02 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Royal Weddings and Reconciliation]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-slfdnov17/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-slfdnov17/ 17 Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here! 18 All this is from God, who reconciled us to himself through Christ and gave us the ministry of reconciliation: 19 that God was reconciling the world to himself in Christ, not counting people&r...]]> Stephanie Nicole 17 Nov 2010 14:27 MDT <![CDATA[Afternoon Video Blog - Nov.16]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-aftvlognov16/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-aftvlognov16/ If you can't get out to the store this week, fill a shoebox online.   ]]> Stephanie Nicole 16 Nov 2010 17:30 MDT <![CDATA[UPDATE with Corn Bread recipe **Snow's A-Comin', Slow Cooker's A-Cookin']]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-slowcookerrecipes/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-slowcookerrecipes/ We're about to get a nice taste of winter... so why not try a few new slow cooker recipes this week?  Chicken breasts are on sale at a few grocery stores so I dug up two of allrecipes.com's top 20 slow cooker recipes - Slow Cooker Chicken Stroganoff and Zesty Slow Cooker Chicken Barbecue.&nbs...]]> Stephanie Nicole 16 Nov 2010 15:58 MDT <![CDATA[Chris Tomlin Talks About His New Album "And If Our God is for Us..."]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-ctnewalbum/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-ctnewalbum/ It's finally here!  Chris Tomlin's latest album releases TODAY.  He talks about the title of the new project:   About the album from Chris Tomlin on Vimeo. ]]> Stephanie Nicole 16 Nov 2010 15:28 MDT <![CDATA[It's OCC Shoebox Collection Week!]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-occshoebox2010/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-occshoebox2010/ In case you haven't had a chance to get out and fill a shoebox for a child in a developing country, you can pop by the Operation Christmas Child website and fill a box online for a child in Haiti!  Click HERE for details.  If you HAVE filled up your shoebox, you can drop it off at ...]]> Stephanie Nicole 16 Nov 2010 15:03 MDT <![CDATA[The Latest AMA Road Reports and Weather Forecast]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-roadandwx/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-roadandwx/ Take your time on the roads!  Most highways outside of Calgary are in poor or fair driving condition, and inside the city, it's not much better.  If you're driving through the city, click HERE for updated photos of streets in the city.  If you're driving outside of the c...]]> Stephanie Nicole 16 Nov 2010 14:22 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - More Than Just Words]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-slfdnov16/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-slfdnov16/ 31 “When the Son of Man comes in his glory, and all the angels with him, he will sit on his glorious throne. 32 All the nations will be gathered before him, and he will separate the people one from another as a shepherd separates the sheep from the goats. 33 He will put the sheep on his r...]]> Stephanie Nicole 16 Nov 2010 14:18 MDT <![CDATA[Afternoon Vlog - Nov. 15]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-aftvlognov15/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-aftvlognov15/ Mmmm... chicken in the slow cooker.   ]]> Stephanie Nicole 15 Nov 2010 18:05 MDT <![CDATA[Surprise: It's a Diaper Cake!]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-diapercake/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-diapercake/ One of the Shine FM front office team members, Janelle, has this amazing knack for making candy bouquets and cool diaper cakes.  And as a special gift to our growing family, she surprised us with a very cool diaper cake today!  Thanks so much Janelle - this is AWESOME and totally unexpec...]]> Stephanie Nicole 15 Nov 2010 15:39 MDT <![CDATA[New Christmas Albums for 2010]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-xmasalbums2010/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-xmasalbums2010/ 'Tis the season - new Christmas music anyone?  Shine FM will be pumping out the seasonal tunes this year... BUUUUT, until we get the holiday party started, you can check out the latest Christmas offerings from some of our artists at Blessings or online: If you like Bob Dylan or Larry Nor...]]> Stephanie Nicole 15 Nov 2010 15:09 MDT <![CDATA[The Christmas Hope on DVD]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-christmashopedvd/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-christmashopedvd/ If you're a fan of "The Christmas Shoes" movie and the sequel, "The Christmas Blessing", you may want to pick up a copy of the 3rd installment, "The Christmas Hope" (TV, 2009) - now available on DVD.   Watch the trailer HERE. ]]> Stephanie Nicole 15 Nov 2010 14:44 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Why is Jesus So Important?]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-slfdnov15/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-slfdnov15/ 15 Christ is the visible image of the invisible God. He existed before anything was created and is supreme over all creation, 16 for through him God created everything in the heavenly realms and on earth. He made the things we can see and the things we can’t see&mdas...]]> Stephanie Nicole 15 Nov 2010 14:38 MDT <![CDATA[Afternoon Video Blog - Nov. 12]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-aftvlognov12/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-aftvlognov12/ When's the last time you went out without make-up on?   ]]> Stephanie Nicole 12 Nov 2010 17:02 MDT <![CDATA[Real Review of "Megamind"]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-megamindreview/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-megamindreview/ Went to Cross Iron Mills last night to see the Dreamworks movie "Megamind" in 3D.  It was alot better than I was expecting!  It's rated PG.  The 3D experience was impressive, but you'll have to endure some soundtrack music that you may not love, with snippets of songs f...]]> Stephanie Nicole 12 Nov 2010 15:16 MDT <![CDATA[Teen Girls Go to School Make-Up FREE Once a Week]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-makeupfree/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-makeupfree/ On Facebook, Joy posted this link to an amazing story of teen girls who are going against the flow... by not wearing makeup to school once a week! They're not against make-up, they just don't want it to rule their lives. Cool! I wonder if anyone in Calgary is doing this, or if we could get s...]]> Stephanie Nicole 12 Nov 2010 15:02 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Comfort in Grief]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-slfdnov12/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-slfdnov12/ 1 I cried out to God for help; I cried out to God to hear me. 2 When I was in distress, I sought the Lord; at night I stretched out untiring hands, and I would not be comforted. 3 I remembered you, God, and I groaned; I meditated, and my spirit grew faint. 4 You kept my eyes from closing; ...]]> Stephanie Nicole 12 Nov 2010 14:41 MDT <![CDATA[Haiti Cholera Outbreak - Prayer Requests and Opportunities to Help]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-haiticholera/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-haiticholera/ The cholera outbreak in Haiti is on the verge of becoming catastrophic, according to Samaritan's Purse.  Annette Jennings had the opportunity to talk to some Haiti relief workers today on the Midday show - here are some prayer requests for the situation, from samaritanspurse.ca: This has...]]> Stephanie Nicole 12 Nov 2010 14:11 MDT <![CDATA[Afternoon Video Blog - Nov.11]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-aftvlognov11/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-aftvlognov11/ Take time to remember - and be thankful that we can run in the grass.   ]]> Stephanie Nicole 11 Nov 2010 17:13 MDT <![CDATA[Cool Wildlife Pics from Banff National Park]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-wildlifepicsbanff/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-wildlifepicsbanff/ If you didn't quite get that perfect shot of wildlife on your last trip out to the mountains, don't worry.  Wildlife cameras in Banff National Park captured some pretty cool shots this summer.  Click HERE to see the wildlife image galleries!  By the way, as of right now, Sunday is s...]]> Stephanie Nicole 11 Nov 2010 16:03 MDT <![CDATA[When You Feel Like You Don't Fit in at Church]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-dontfitinchurch/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-dontfitinchurch/ Ever been there?  You go every weekend and leave feeling down.  This article was written with young adults in mind, but I think there's some good perspective and help for anyone who has felt this way. Here are the tips in a nutshell: Remember God's purpose for ALL believers w...]]> Stephanie Nicole 11 Nov 2010 15:04 MDT <![CDATA[Free Public Swimming This Afternoon]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-freeswim/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-freeswim/ Take the kids swimming for FREE today from 3:00-4:30pm at one of the following city aquatic centres:  Acadia, Bob Bahan, Foothills, Glenmore, Shouldice or Thornhill. More details here. ]]> Stephanie Nicole 11 Nov 2010 14:53 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Thrive!]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-slfdnov11/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-slfdnov11/ 1 Blessed is the one who does not walk in step with the wicked or stand in the way that sinners take or sit in the company of mockers, 2 but whose delight is in the law of the LORD, and who meditates on his law day and night. 3 That person is like a tree planted by streams of water, ...]]> Stephanie Nicole 11 Nov 2010 14:42 MDT <![CDATA[Afternoon Video Blog - Nov.10]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-aftvlognov10/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-aftvlognov10/ Relationships are worth fighting for!   ]]> Stephanie Nicole 10 Nov 2010 17:35 MDT <![CDATA[Modelling Generosity Throughout the Year]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-generosity/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-generosity/ It's not just over the holidays - it's the little things we do throughout the year that help our kids understand what it means to live generously.  Where can you give this week? -The Veteran's Food Bank (#1 - 4539 6th St. NE) and the Mustard Seed  (102 11th Ave. SE or 7025 44 ...]]> Stephanie Nicole 10 Nov 2010 16:19 MDT <![CDATA[Cooking on the Radio! Roasted Sweet Potato and Pear Soup with Sage Cream and Peach Crumble Cake]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-cookonradio/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-cookonradio/ Home economist Sylvia Kong popped into the studio today to share some deeeeelissssshhhh recipes that are perfect for the long, cold nights.  Roasted Sweet Potato and Pear Soup and Peach Crumble Cake - click HERE to download the recipes or visit calclingpeach.com!   ]]> Stephanie Nicole 10 Nov 2010 15:05 MDT <![CDATA[Remembrance Day Ceremonies]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-remember/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-remember/ I had the chance to attend a Remembrance Assembly at a northwest elementary school recently.  It was amazing to hear first-hand stories of a peacekeeping mission in Eastern Europe, and realize just how much we have to be thankful for in Canada.  Lest we forget.  Here's where you can...]]> Stephanie Nicole 10 Nov 2010 14:42 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Love Right]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-slfdnov10/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-slfdnov10/ 4 Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. 5 It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. 6 Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. 7 It always protects, always trusts...]]> Stephanie Nicole 10 Nov 2010 14:31 MDT <![CDATA[Afternoon Video Blog - Nov. 9]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-aftvlognov9/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-aftvlognov9/ Boost your mood naturally.   ]]> Stephanie Nicole 09 Nov 2010 17:08 MDT <![CDATA[Ever Hit "Send" When You Shouldn't Have?]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-emailbattles/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-emailbattles/ So let's say you get an e-mail that has, oh, I don't know, something in it that could be considered rude or an attack on you.  How do you handle it?  Pause before hitting send on your hasty reply - this article has some good perspective on e-mail battles from kyria.com: Consi...]]> Stephanie Nicole 09 Nov 2010 15:34 MDT <![CDATA[SAD in November? Some Natural Remedies to Boost Your Mood]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-naturalremediessad/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-naturalremediessad/ A friend and I were chatting last night about how November can be the saddest month of the year because of the short days and looooong nights.  It's something to get used to, that's for sure!  The onset of the winter can trigger a type of blues or depression known as Seasonal Affective D...]]> Stephanie Nicole 09 Nov 2010 15:11 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Let's Be Honest]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-slfdnov9/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-slfdnov9/ 5 This is the message we have heard from him and declare to you: God is light; in him there is no darkness at all. 6 If we claim to have fellowship with him and yet walk in the darkness, we lie and do not live out the truth. 7 But if we walk in the light, as he is in the light, we have fellows...]]> Stephanie Nicole 09 Nov 2010 14:37 MDT <![CDATA[Afternoon Video Blog - Nov. 8]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-aftvlognov8/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-aftvlognov8/ National Shoebox Collection Week is November 15th to 21st.     ]]> Stephanie Nicole 08 Nov 2010 17:21 MDT <![CDATA[UPDATE - Edmonton Family's Expensive Diaper Emergency]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-diaperemergency/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-diaperemergency/ I'm glad to see that Alaska Airlines has offered to reimburse this couple - read the updated story HERE. From the Calgary Herald: Last month, an Alberta couple missed their plane home from Las Vegas because Alaska Airlines gave away their tickets when the couple was forced to c...]]> Stephanie Nicole 08 Nov 2010 15:45 MDT <![CDATA[Makes Me Cry Every Time!]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-occpromo/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-occpromo/ Yesterday at church they showed the Operation Christmas Child promo video for 2010.  Tissue anyone?  Next week is National Shoebox Collection week - there's still time to make a shoebox!   ]]> Stephanie Nicole 08 Nov 2010 15:19 MDT <![CDATA[Balancing Work and Family]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-balanceworkfamily/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-balanceworkfamily/ Has anyone figured it out?  It can be difficult to get everything you need to get done at work, and also have the energy to spend quality time with family.  The family is foundational, and it’s MORE important than work!  BUT - work puts food on the table, right?&nb...]]> Stephanie Nicole 08 Nov 2010 14:44 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - More Than Conquerors]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-slfdnov8/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-slfdnov8/ 31 What, then, shall we say in response to these things? If God is for us, who can be against us? 32 He who did not spare his own Son, but gave him up for us all—how will he not also, along with him, graciously give us all things? 33 Who will bring any charge against those whom God has c...]]> Stephanie Nicole 08 Nov 2010 14:38 MDT <![CDATA[Afternoon Video Blog - Nov.5]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-aftvlognov5/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-aftvlognov5/ Cool concept or creepy stuff?   ]]> Stephanie Nicole 05 Nov 2010 16:30 MDT <![CDATA[Video Girl Barbie - Cool? Or No Way!]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-videobarbie/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-videobarbie/ The latest version of Barbie is "Video Girl Barbie" - she has a video camera, embedded in her necklace.  There's a small LCD screen on her back to show what's being recorded.  The camera is capable of recording 30 minute videos that can be uploaded to a Barbie website that has ...]]> Stephanie Nicole 05 Nov 2010 14:43 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Serving and Community]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-slfdnov5/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-slfdnov5/ 3 For by the grace given me I say to every one of you: Do not think of yourself more highly than you ought, but rather think of yourself with sober judgment, in accordance with the faith God has distributed to each of you. 4 For just as each of us has one body with many members, and these mem...]]> Stephanie Nicole 05 Nov 2010 14:33 MDT <![CDATA[City News Release: Chemical Spill in the Southeast Has 3 Schools in Lockdown]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-schoolslockdown/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-schoolslockdown/ A chemical spill on Radisson Drive SE is causing some concern today.  Officials believe it's a chlorine-related gas - residents have been evacuated from the area.  Read more HERE. From the City of Calgary website: Emergency personnel from the Calgary Fire Department, the Calga...]]> Stephanie Nicole 05 Nov 2010 12:41 MDT <![CDATA[Afternoon Video Blog - Nov.4]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-aftvlognov4/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-aftvlognov4/ Help for your forgetfulness.   ]]> Stephanie Nicole 04 Nov 2010 17:07 MDT <![CDATA[How to Fit More Info in Your Already Full Brain]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-fitmoreinfoinbrain/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-fitmoreinfoinbrain/ Mom Brain, anyone?  Passwords, PIN numbers, which birthdays belong to which people... our brains are already packed, but this trick may help important things stick (from RealSimple.com):   Problem: You tend to forget appointments, addresses, PINs, and passwords. Take hea...]]> Stephanie Nicole 04 Nov 2010 15:34 MDT <![CDATA[What's something you've never tried - but would LOVE to?]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-thingstotry/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-thingstotry/ Yesterday on Oprah, she and her best friend Gayle showed footage from their first-ever camping trip. They had NEVER been camping before!  It seems like a Canadian rite of passage, like attending a hockey game or drinking a Tim Horton's coffee!  It got me thinking - what's something you'v...]]> Stephanie Nicole 04 Nov 2010 14:27 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - A Song in Our Hearts]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-slfdnov4/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-slfdnov4/ 1 Praise awaits you, our God, in Zion; to you our vows will be fulfilled. 2 You who answer prayer, to you all people will come. 3 When we were overwhelmed by sins, you forgave our transgressions. 4 Blessed are those you choose and bring near to live in your courts! We are filled ...]]> Stephanie Nicole 04 Nov 2010 14:26 MDT <![CDATA[Afternoon Video Blog - Nov. 3]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-aftvlognov3/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-aftvlognov3/ Using a mobile phone in church.   ]]> Stephanie Nicole 03 Nov 2010 17:43 MDT <![CDATA[Clocks Go Back One Hour This Weekend - But Should They?]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-clocksback/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-clocksback/ It's that time of year again... Saturday night before bed, turn your clocks back one hour. Scientists have recently said that we should turning our clocks back because it limits outdoor activities in the afternoon, meaning we don't spend as much time outside and we lose out on the Vitamin D t...]]> Stephanie Nicole 03 Nov 2010 15:28 MDT <![CDATA[7 Homemade Dry Shampoo Recipes]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-homemadedryshampoo/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-homemadedryshampoo/ Who has time to wash their hair every day?  There's a pretty good chance you have the ingredients to at least ONE of these dry shampoos right in your kitchen.  Most of them are simple - sprinkle in, brush out and voila!  Your hair will last one more day without a wash! I'm a fa...]]> Stephanie Nicole 03 Nov 2010 14:29 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - A Little is Alot]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-slfdnov3/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-slfdnov3/ 1 As Jesus looked up, he saw the rich putting their gifts into the temple treasury. 2 He also saw a poor widow put in two very small copper coins. 3 “Truly I tell you,” he said, “this poor widow has put in more than all the others. 4 All these people gave their gifts out of th...]]> Stephanie Nicole 03 Nov 2010 14:06 MDT <![CDATA[Afternoon Video Blog - Nov.2]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-aftvlognov2/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-aftvlognov2/ Trying to encourage someone who is experiencing heartbreak?  What NOT to say!   ]]> Stephanie Nicole 02 Nov 2010 17:21 MDT <![CDATA[How to Pray for Children Who Have Viewed Things They Shouldn't Have]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-prayforkids/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-prayforkids/ In my Twitter travels today, I came across a blog post that I wanted to pass on.  It is of a sensitive nature, but helpful if you find yourself in this situation. Thanks again, Julie for your honesty, and for posting this. ]]> Stephanie Nicole 02 Nov 2010 15:52 MDT <![CDATA[Halloween Candy Becomes Christmas Craft]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-candycrafts/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-candycrafts/ Candy, candy, candy.  What to do with all of it?  How about a cute Christmas craft?  Check out this idea from Kaboose.com: Candy Train Ornament Get on the Christmas track with this candy train ornament. Get your kids to try different candies to create airplanes, race cars, ...]]> Stephanie Nicole 02 Nov 2010 15:10 MDT <![CDATA[What NOT to Say to a Single or Newly Single Person!]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-nottosay/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-nottosay/ Whether you or someone you know is going through a break up or you've been single for a long time, you've probably encountered someone who was just trying to help - and their comments did more harm than good.  If you're the one offering help and encouragement, sometimes the best thing you can...]]> Stephanie Nicole 02 Nov 2010 14:51 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Spread the Love Around]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-slfdnov2/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-slfdnov2/ 12 Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience. 13 Bear with each other and forgive one another if any of you has a grievance against someone. Forgive as the Lord forgave you. 14 And over all th...]]> Stephanie Nicole 02 Nov 2010 14:40 MDT <![CDATA[UPDATE**Your Suggestions for Books on Parenting]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-parentingbooks/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-parentingbooks/ We're having our first baby this winter, and I bought a copy of "Babywise" on the recommendation of few friends who have found it helpful.  I've received a few more suggestions on great books for the first year of parenting - although Karen was quick to point out that you just gotta...]]> Stephanie Nicole 29 Oct 2010 18:52 MDT <![CDATA[Afternoon Vlog - Oct 29]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-aftvlogoct29/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-aftvlogoct29/ The Cross Canada Talent Search Concert is this Saturday night! ]]> Stephanie Nicole 29 Oct 2010 18:21 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Find Your Courage]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-slfdoct29/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-slfdoct29/ 6 "Be strong and courageous, because you will lead these people to inherit the land I swore to their forefathers to give them. 7 Be strong and very courageous. Be careful to obey all the law my servant Moses gave you; do not turn from it to the right or to the left, that you may be successful...]]> Stephanie Nicole 29 Oct 2010 14:05 MDT <![CDATA[Leaf and Pumpkin Composting ]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-leafandpumpkin/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-leafandpumpkin/ Until November 14th, you can bring your bags of leaves and pumpkins to one of 32 different locations for the city's Leaf and Pumpkin Composting Program.  That is, if you don't have your own backyard compost going.  This year, they're asking that you use paper yard waste bags. Here ...]]> Stephanie Nicole 28 Oct 2010 15:00 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - The Opposite Response]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-oct28/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-oct28/ 43"You have heard that it was said, 'Love your neighbor and hate your enemy.' 44But I tell you: Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you, 45that you may be sons of your Father in heaven. He causes his sun to rise on the evil and the good, and sends rain on the righteous an...]]> Stephanie Nicole 28 Oct 2010 14:05 MDT <![CDATA[Afternoon Video Blog - Oct. 27]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-aftvlogoct27/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-aftvlogoct27/ Advice for new parents?   ]]> Stephanie Nicole 27 Oct 2010 16:53 MDT <![CDATA[Missionary Steve Saint Builds Flying Car - and FAA Approves It!]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-stevesaintflyingcar/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-stevesaintflyingcar/ It's one of the most famous stories in 20th Century Missions - Operation Auca.  You may remember it better as the true story that was told in the 2006 movie, "End of the Spear".  In September 1955, five American missionaries, including Nate Saint and Jim Elliot, began fly...]]> Stephanie Nicole 27 Oct 2010 14:37 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Don't Love the World's Ways]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-slfdoct27/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-slfdoct27/ 15Do not love the world or anything in the world. If anyone loves the world, the love of the Father is not in him. 16For everything in the world—the cravings of sinful man, the lust of his eyes and the boasting of what he has and does—comes not from the Father but from the world. ...]]> Stephanie Nicole 27 Oct 2010 14:25 MDT <![CDATA[Afternoon Video Blog - Oct. 26]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-aftvlogoct26/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-aftvlogoct26/ How does your family deal with Halloween?   ]]> Stephanie Nicole 26 Oct 2010 16:55 MDT <![CDATA[Simple Ways to Perk Up Your Marriage]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-perkupmarriage/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-perkupmarriage/ Some good ideas - these will only take seconds to a few minutes, but over time, you might find your relationship changing drastically, in a good way! From Kyria.com: —Return the DVD rental. —Come up with an inoffensive exclamation to use when driving in heavy ...]]> Stephanie Nicole 26 Oct 2010 16:14 MDT <![CDATA[Halloween - How Does Your Family Handle It?]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-halloweenfamilies/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-halloweenfamilies/ Fascinating discussion on the Drive Show today - how does your family handle Halloween?  Some listeners called in and said that their family doesn't engage in Halloween at all because they believe Christians shouldn't be a part of something so evil and scary.  Others said that their fami...]]> Stephanie Nicole 26 Oct 2010 16:11 MDT <![CDATA[Great Family Gift Idea - Glo Bible Software]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-globiblereview/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-globiblereview/ Earlier this year, when the "glo bible" software was released, it caught my eye because it looked like a cool, interactive way to explore the Bible.    This fall, we decided to try it out for our small group.  It's been awesome!  It's about $100 at Blessing...]]> Stephanie Nicole 26 Oct 2010 14:56 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - The Right Attitude]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-slfdoct26/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-slfdoct26/ 15Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful. 16Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly as you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom, and as you sing psalms, hymns and spiritual songs with gratitude in your he...]]> Stephanie Nicole 26 Oct 2010 14:43 MDT <![CDATA[Afternoon Video Blog - Oct. 25]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-aftvlogoct25/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-aftvlogoct25/ Time to make a few changes to youth ministry?   ]]> Stephanie Nicole 25 Oct 2010 17:10 MDT <![CDATA[Why Young Adults are Leaving the Faith]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-yaleavefaith/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-yaleavefaith/ Chances are, you've come across someone between the ages of 18 and 35 that grew up in church and now has no interest in the Christian faith at all.  Why is this happening?  Christianity Today interviewed author Drew Dyck about his new book "Generation Ex:Christian" about why he...]]> Stephanie Nicole 25 Oct 2010 15:15 MDT <![CDATA[Bless Others This Christmas through Neighbourlink]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-neighbourlinkopps/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-neighbourlinkopps/ Christmas is exactly 2 months away! There are tons of opportunities right in our own families and churches to bless others and share Christ's love.  But if you want to try something different with your church/family/small group/office, etc., check out these great options from Neighbourlink: ...]]> Stephanie Nicole 25 Oct 2010 14:41 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - How Thirsty is Your Soul?]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-slfdoct25/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-slfdoct25/ 1 O God, you are my God, earnestly I seek you; my soul thirsts for you, my body longs for you, in a dry and weary land where there is no water. 2 I have seen you in the sanctuary and beheld your power and your glory. 3 Because your love is bett...]]> Stephanie Nicole 25 Oct 2010 14:31 MDT <![CDATA[Afternoon Video Blog - Oct. 22]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-aftvlogoct22/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-aftvlogoct22/ Dealing with bitterness.   ]]> Stephanie Nicole 22 Oct 2010 16:40 MDT <![CDATA[DVD Review: How to Train Your Dragon]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-reviewtraindragon/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-reviewtraindragon/ I watched the Dreamworks movie "How to Train Your Dragon" the other night, and it impressed me more than I thought it would.  It doesn't have any really cute or cuddly fluffy animals - so if you have kids that won't watch anything BUT, this might be one to miss.  The dragons ca...]]> Stephanie Nicole 22 Oct 2010 16:08 MDT <![CDATA[Hal Johnson and "Mo"vember]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-movember/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-movember/ There's a good reason to get your hubby or significant other to grow a moustache this November - I chatted with Hal Johnson from Body Break about using facial hair to raise money for prostate cancer research, why guys need to just go get checked, and incentives for living an active, healthy lifest...]]> Stephanie Nicole 22 Oct 2010 15:20 MDT <![CDATA[Operation Christmas Child - Fill a Shoebox Online This Year]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-occshoebox/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-occshoebox/ I can NEVER watch the videos of shoebox deliveries without crying!  Every year, thousands of shoeboxes are filled with gifts, school supplies and hygeine items for kids in developing countries - these shoeboxes are delivered with love and received with joy and tears!  You can still fill ...]]> Stephanie Nicole 22 Oct 2010 14:42 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Digging Out the Bitter Root]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-slfdoct22/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-slfdoct22/ 14Make every effort to live in peace with all men and to be holy; without holiness no one will see the Lord. 15See to it that no one misses the grace of God and that no bitter root grows up to cause trouble and defile many. 16See that no one is sexually immoral, or is godless like Esau, who ...]]> Stephanie Nicole 22 Oct 2010 14:19 MDT <![CDATA[Afternoon Video Blog - Oct.21]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-aftvlogoct21/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-aftvlogoct21/ Options for Halloween that AREN'T scary:   ]]> Stephanie Nicole 21 Oct 2010 16:27 MDT <![CDATA[Hand Out Free Swim Coupons at Halloween]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-freeswimhalloween/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-freeswimhalloween/ Looking for something to give away this Halloween that's NOT candy?  The city has booklets of coupons for a free swim at various city pools.  Click HERE for information on the booklet.   Cost: $5.00 for a booklet of 10 coupons. Halloween coupons will be on sale now&...]]> Stephanie Nicole 21 Oct 2010 15:07 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Add to Your Faith]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-slfdoct21/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-slfdoct21/ 3His divine power has given us everything we need for life and godliness through our knowledge of him who called us by his own glory and goodness. 4Through these he has given us his very great and precious promises, so that through them you may participate in the divine nature and escape th...]]> Stephanie Nicole 21 Oct 2010 14:32 MDT <![CDATA[Mayor-Elect Nenshi Talks Faith at Mayor's Prayer Breakfast]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-nenshitalksfaith/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-nenshitalksfaith/ Mayor-Elect Naheed Nenshi's Muslim faith has been highlighted in the news, not only in Canada, but around the world - as he is the first Muslim mayor of a major city in Canada.  Here's an excerpt from an interesting article from the Calgary Herald in which Nenshi talks faith: "I...]]> Stephanie Nicole 21 Oct 2010 14:24 MDT <![CDATA[Afternoon Video Blog - Oct. 20]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-aftvlogoct20/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-aftvlogoct20/ The baby will be okay!   ]]> Stephanie Nicole 20 Oct 2010 16:39 MDT <![CDATA[How Do You NOT Know You're Pregnant? It's not as rare as you may think.]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-stealthpregnancy/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-stealthpregnancy/ The story of a mom who didn't know she was pregnant, gave birth and abandoned her baby in a dumpster in the northwest yesterday afternoon is getting alot of attention.  It begs the question, how can a person NOT know they're pregnant?  It's not as rare as you might think.  ...]]> Stephanie Nicole 20 Oct 2010 15:35 MDT <![CDATA[U.S. Graco Stroller Recall and Health Canada Advisory and]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-gracorecall/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-gracorecall/ After reports that four children died, Graco has recalled 2 million strollers.  Health Canada isn't issued a recall, but an advisory not to leave children unattended in strollers. Here's the latest: OTTAWA - Health Canada issued an advisory Wednesday reminding caregivers not to l...]]> Stephanie Nicole 20 Oct 2010 15:00 MDT <![CDATA[Newborn Found in the Northwest in Stable Condition]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-newbornstable/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-newbornstable/ A news story is stirring up a lot of emotion in Calgary today – a newborn baby was found yesterday afternoon in a trash bin behind a townhouse in the northwest.  The investigation suggests that the mom didn’t know she was pregnant, and the man who helped rescue ...]]> Stephanie Nicole 20 Oct 2010 14:41 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Why Jesus Came]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-slfdoct20/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-slfdoct20/ 16 “For God loved the world so much that he gave his one and only Son, so that everyone who believes in him will not perish but have eternal life. 17 God sent his Son into the world not to judge the world, but to save the world through him. 18 “There is no judgment against any...]]> Stephanie Nicole 20 Oct 2010 14:21 MDT <![CDATA[Afternoon Video Blog - Oct. 19]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-aftvlogoct19/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-aftvlogoct19/ Coming up tomorrow on the Afternoon Drive - a chance to win tickets to the Covenant Awards!   ]]> Stephanie Nicole 19 Oct 2010 17:45 MDT <![CDATA[Great Resource for Small Group Leaders]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-smallgroupstages/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-smallgroupstages/ For small group leaders – ‘tis the season, and you’re probably in the process of getting your group going again for the fall and winter months.  Check out this link that discusses the four stages of group development.   Carolyn Taketa talks about the ...]]> Stephanie Nicole 19 Oct 2010 15:40 MDT <![CDATA[Halloween Alternatives - Pumpkin Bash and MORE!]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-halloweenalternatives/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-halloweenalternatives/ Join Shine FM on October 30th for our first-ever Pumpkin Bash!  Details HERE.   Do you have a family-friendly Halloween alternative going on this year?  Tell us about it - invite the community!  Submit the details HERE. ]]> Stephanie Nicole 19 Oct 2010 15:32 MDT <![CDATA[The Results are In]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-resultselection/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-resultselection/ In case you've been away (or busy), Naheed Nenshi had the most votes in yesterday's mayoral election.  So he's the official "mayor-elect", to be sworn in on Monday.  And most of the same aldermen will be returning to city hall, with the exception of a few new faces.  Here ...]]> Stephanie Nicole 19 Oct 2010 14:59 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Return to the Lord]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodoct19/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodoct19/ 14"To the angel of the church in Laodicea write: These are the words of the Amen, the faithful and true witness, the ruler of God's creation. 15I know your deeds, that you are neither cold nor hot. I wish you were either one or the other! 16So, because you are lukewarm—neith...]]> Stephanie Nicole 19 Oct 2010 14:34 MDT <![CDATA[Afternoon Video Blog - Oct.18]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-aftvlogoct18/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-aftvlogoct18/ A friendly reminder: ]]> Stephanie Nicole 18 Oct 2010 17:01 MDT <![CDATA[7 Super Spices]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-7superspices/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-7superspices/ You probably have these in your cupboard - but did you know that they have major antioxidant power?  Check them out, courtesy of spicesforhealth.com:   Cinnamon - Cinnamon has one of the highest antioxidant levels of any spice – and even more than man...]]> Stephanie Nicole 18 Oct 2010 15:31 MDT <![CDATA[Bed Bugs Anyone? Calgary's got 'em... now how to get rid of them!]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-bedbugs/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-bedbugs/ There are more reported cases of bed bugs in Calgary these days - that could be because of heightened awareness thanks to an outbreak this year in New York City.  It also could be because they're spreading. Either way, EWWW!  According to the Calgary Herald, you can...]]> Stephanie Nicole 18 Oct 2010 14:58 MDT <![CDATA[Bring Your ID to Your Polling Station and VOTE!]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-getoutandvote/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-getoutandvote/ As of noon, just about 40,000 people have cast their ballot in the municipal election.  That doesn't count the nearly 23,000 that participated in advance voting.  But there's still alot of people that haven't gotten out to the polls today.  If that's you, there's still time!  Y...]]> Stephanie Nicole 18 Oct 2010 14:43 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Hope in the Lord]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodoct18/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodoct18/ 28 Do you not know? Have you not heard? The LORD is the everlasting God, the Creator of the ends of the earth. He will not grow tired or weary, and his understanding no one can fathom. 29 He gives strength to the weary and increases the power of th...]]> Stephanie Nicole 18 Oct 2010 14:37 MDT <![CDATA[Afternoon Video Blog - Oct. 15 - At the David Crowder Band concert]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-aftvlogoct15/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-aftvlogoct15/ From the David Crowder Concert:   ]]> Stephanie Nicole 15 Oct 2010 21:06 MDT <![CDATA[Heartwarming Touchdown Video Goes Viral - thanks David W. for this!]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-touchdownstory/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-touchdownstory/ Here's a tearjerker that was sent to me by David W. Thanks again, David!  Scroll down to the bottom to watch the video. --- From the Calgary Sun: SEATTLE – Fifty years after they fell for a popular president named Ike - Dwight Eisenhower - millions of recession we...]]> Stephanie Nicole 15 Oct 2010 16:47 MDT <![CDATA[Evenflo Car Seats Recalled]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-evenflorecall/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-evenflorecall/ If you have an Evenflo car seat, double check the model number.  They’re recalling thousands of car seats in the United States and Canada after the product failed independent crash tests simulating a high-impact collision.  If your Evenflo carseat has a model number that s...]]> Stephanie Nicole 15 Oct 2010 16:08 MDT <![CDATA[Benefit Concert for Cambodia - featuring Kelita]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-kelitaconcert/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-kelitaconcert/ Music Aritist, advocate and comedian Kelita is in town for a benefit concert tomorrow evening at 7:30 at Central United Church.  Get early bird tickets now 'til 5pm by calling 403-269-3701.  Tickets are still available at the door tomorrow evening as well!  It's a great opportunity ...]]> Stephanie Nicole 15 Oct 2010 15:15 MDT <![CDATA[Cathy S's Cheese Scones - yummy!]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-scones/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-scones/ I tried this recipe last night, and served them with some homemade turkey soup.  Unlike other scones which can be dry and biscuit-y, they turned out moist and absolutely delicious!  Try them this weekend - they'd be great for brunch! --- Cathy S’s Cheese Scones...]]> Stephanie Nicole 15 Oct 2010 14:36 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Brokenness and Restoration]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodoct15/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodoct15/ 1 Have mercy on me, O God, according to your unfailing love; according to your great compassion blot out my transgressions. 2 Wash away all my iniquity and cleanse me from my sin. 3 For I know my transgressions, and my sin is always before me. 4 Ag...]]> Stephanie Nicole 15 Oct 2010 14:32 MDT <![CDATA[The State of Human Trafficking in Canada]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-humantfccanada/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-humantfccanada/ This year, many Calgary churches have held awareness and fundraiser events to put an end to human trafficking.  Another event is coming up on October 22nd at Alberta Bible College - details HERE. A recent article in the Calgary Herald addresses where we are at in Canada with human traff...]]> Stephanie Nicole 14 Oct 2010 07:37 MDT <![CDATA[Best Moments of Chile Miner Rescue]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-bestmomentsminerrescue/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-bestmomentsminerrescue/ Here's CNN.com's report on the best moments from the Chile Miner Rescue:   ]]> Stephanie Nicole 14 Oct 2010 06:16 MDT <![CDATA[Getting Dressed - Today's Forecast]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-getdressedforecast/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-getdressedforecast/ A cool start this morning, but we're in for a beautiful sunny day!  Enjoy it - tomorrow a change.  Cooling off, windy and a chance of showers. Environment Canada's Forecast for Today - click HERE for updates. Issued : 5:00 AM MDT Thursday 14 October 2010 TodaySunny. High...]]> Stephanie Nicole 14 Oct 2010 05:38 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Revealing His Glory]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodoct14/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodoct14/ 1On the third day a wedding took place at Cana in Galilee. Jesus' mother was there, 2and Jesus and his disciples had also been invited to the wedding. 3When the wine was gone, Jesus' mother said to him, "They have no more wine." 4"Dear woman, why do you involve me?" Je...]]> Stephanie Nicole 14 Oct 2010 05:37 MDT <![CDATA[Afternoon Video Blog - Oct. 13]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-aftvlogoct13/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-aftvlogoct13/ The big election is coming up - where to find the info you need about each mayoral candidate.   ]]> Stephanie Nicole 13 Oct 2010 17:11 MDT <![CDATA[Calgary's Next Top Mayor - Read About Each Candidate Here]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-calgarysnextmayor/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-calgarysnextmayor/ That's what they should have called it, if you ask me.  Maybe even made it into a reality show - maybe more people would be paying attention.  According to a recent poll, over 36% of Calgarians are still undecided as to who they'll vote for on Monday when we head to the polls.  ...]]> Stephanie Nicole 13 Oct 2010 14:55 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Joyful in Hope]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodoct13/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodoct13/ 9Love must be sincere. Hate what is evil; cling to what is good. 10Be devoted to one another in brotherly love. Honor one another above yourselves. 11Never be lacking in zeal, but keep your spiritual fervor, serving the Lord. 12Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer. 13...]]> Stephanie Nicole 13 Oct 2010 14:51 MDT <![CDATA[Fighting Fair in Marriage]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-fightingfair/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-fightingfair/ My mom sent me an e-mail forward about marriage yesterday - made me tear up reading the story about a man who finds out a little too late that he valued his marriage more than he ever realized.  Got me thinking about how to preserve our marriages - and fighting fair is one of those important ...]]> Stephanie Nicole 13 Oct 2010 14:11 MDT <![CDATA[Afternoon Video Blog - Oct. 12]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-aftvlogoct12/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-aftvlogoct12/ Why you might want to re-think letting your kids play with an old cell phone.   ]]> Stephanie Nicole 12 Oct 2010 16:53 MDT <![CDATA[Volunteers Make the World Go 'Round!]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-volunteersgo/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-volunteersgo/ Just under 83% of Albertans volunteered last year - that's UP from the year before!  Thanks for lending your time!  Here are a few opportunities this fall you might want to take advantage of: Samaritan's Purse/Operation Christmas Child Shoebox Processing  Mustard Seed ...]]> Stephanie Nicole 12 Oct 2010 14:57 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Wisdom From God]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodoct12/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodoct12/ 13 If you are wise and understand God’s ways, prove it by living an honorable life, doing good works with the humility that comes from wisdom. 14 But if you are bitterly jealous and there is selfish ambition in your heart, don’t cover up the truth with boasting and lying. 15 For je...]]> Stephanie Nicole 12 Oct 2010 14:45 MDT <![CDATA[Energy Zappers - How to Eat For Energy All Day]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-eatingforenergy/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-eatingforenergy/ What are the top three energy zappers in your day?  And how can you eat to beat them? Prevention.com looked at how to eat for all day energy when you're fighting stress, dieting and sleep deprivation.     To beat energy loss from stress, eat more carb-rich foods,...]]> Stephanie Nicole 12 Oct 2010 14:29 MDT <![CDATA[Afternoon Video Blog - Oct.8]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-aftvlogoct8/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-aftvlogoct8/ Make Thanksgiving more than just a meal this weekend.   ]]> Stephanie Nicole 08 Oct 2010 17:07 MDT <![CDATA[Joni Erickson Tada Diagnosed with Breast Cancer - Her Response]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-jonicancer/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-jonicancer/ Her story is absolutely astounding.  Author, speaker and disabilities advocate Joni Erickson Tada became a quadrapalegic after a diving accident at the age of 17.  She has dealt with chronic pain for the past 10 years.  And now, at age 60, she is facing breast cancer.  She talk...]]> Stephanie Nicole 08 Oct 2010 14:59 MDT <![CDATA[Make it Meaningful - Thanksgiving for Kids]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-meaningfulthanksgiving/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-meaningfulthanksgiving/ How can you make this Thanksgiving a meaningful experience for your whole family?  When I was a kid, before we ate dinner, we all went around the table and shared something we were thankful for.    There are lots of ways to incorporate the message of having a thankful hea...]]> Stephanie Nicole 08 Oct 2010 14:25 MDT <![CDATA[It's Crazy Crowder Friday on the Afternoon Drive!]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-crazycrowderfriday/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-crazycrowderfriday/ Are you ready to win? The David Crowder*Band has produced some really creative worship music over the past decade or so.  Not only are they interested in exploring different musical expressions of worshipping God - they're also fun-loving, crazy guys.  So - in honor of their love fo...]]> Stephanie Nicole 08 Oct 2010 14:19 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Give Thanks Anyway]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodoct8/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodoct8/ 1 Give thanks to the LORD, call on his name; make known among the nations what he has done. 2 Sing to him, sing praise to him; tell of all his wonderful acts. 3 Glory in his holy name; let the hearts of those who seek the LORD rejoice. 4 Look to the LORD and his s...]]> Stephanie Nicole 08 Oct 2010 14:17 MDT <![CDATA[UPDATED: WINNER of the Disney in Concert at the CPO!]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-disneytix/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-disneytix/ In the busy-ness of the day to day, we forget all about imagination and fairy tales – and that’s why it’s so great to see favourite Disney classics again!  This week, Beauty and the Beast was released from the vault, remastered for Blu-ray and DVD.  I...]]> Stephanie Nicole 07 Oct 2010 17:48 MDT <![CDATA[Afternoon Video Blog - Oct. 7]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-aftvlogoct7/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-aftvlogoct7/ Reliving fond memories - and how you can win David Crowder Band tickets tomorrow afternoon! ]]> Stephanie Nicole 07 Oct 2010 17:28 MDT <![CDATA[Moms and Dads - You're Changing the World]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-scmfreeparentingoct7/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-scmfreeparentingoct7/ Another good reminder from Scream-Free Parenting: "Perhaps the greatest social service that can be rendered by anybody to the country and to mankind is to bring up a family." -George Bernard Shaw, Irish playwright (1856-1950)   Granted, parenting can...]]> Stephanie Nicole 07 Oct 2010 15:08 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Expressing Our Thanks]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodoct7/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodoct7/ 1 Shout for joy to the LORD, all the earth. 2 Worship the LORD with gladness; come before him with joyful songs. 3 Know that the LORD is God. It is he who made us, and we are his; we are his people, the sheep of his pasture. 4 Enter his gates with thanksgiving ...]]> Stephanie Nicole 07 Oct 2010 14:23 MDT <![CDATA[Afternoon Video Blog - Oct. 6]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-aftvlogoct6/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-aftvlogoct6/ Some encouragement!   ]]> Stephanie Nicole 06 Oct 2010 17:12 MDT <![CDATA[Thanksgiving Turkey - Fresh vs. Frozen]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-freshfrozenturkey/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-freshfrozenturkey/ What's the deal with cooking a turkey?  Do you go fresh?  Or take the one you got a great deal on last Thanksgiving out of the freezer?  Maybe this will help you decide: (By Amy Bielby, The Food Network Canada)   While neither fresh nor frozen is tech...]]> Stephanie Nicole 06 Oct 2010 16:32 MDT <![CDATA[Jars of Clay: Shelter - Album Review]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-jarsalbumreview/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-jarsalbumreview/ The latest release from Jars of Clay is turning heads - with an impressive four out of five stars from Christianity Today's Music section.  It's their eleventh studio release, and the album explores the concept of community.  In fact, they invited 15 members of their music community to p...]]> Stephanie Nicole 06 Oct 2010 15:44 MDT <![CDATA[City Announces Changes to Snow Removal Plan]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-snowremovalchanges/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-snowremovalchanges/ Last winter our street was a MESS for weeks after that crazy December snowstorm!  And I know we weren't the only ones.  Today, the city announced some changes to the snow removal policy (from the Calgary Herald): In addition to the city's $23-million snow and ice removal budget...]]> Stephanie Nicole 06 Oct 2010 14:59 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - No Other Name]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodoct6/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodoct6/ 8Then Peter, filled with the Holy Spirit, said to them: "Rulers and elders of the people! 9If we are being called to account today for an act of kindness shown to a cripple and are asked how he was healed, 10then know this, you and all the people of Israel: It is by the name of Jesus Chr...]]> Stephanie Nicole 06 Oct 2010 14:35 MDT <![CDATA[Afternoon Video Blog - Oct. 5]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-aftvlogoct5/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-aftvlogoct5/ Thoughts on a new song about marriage on Shine FM.   Watch the music video. ]]> Stephanie Nicole 05 Oct 2010 16:56 MDT <![CDATA[More Vaccines for Babies and Toddlers?]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-newvaccines/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-newvaccines/ As a parent, what do you think of this?  Post a comment!   ---   From the Calgary Herald:   Pediatricians want to add another shot to the panoply of vaccines Canadian children receive, urging that every baby in the country be vaccinated...]]> Stephanie Nicole 05 Oct 2010 16:11 MDT <![CDATA[Healthy Eating at Thanksgiving]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-tgvnghealthyeating/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-tgvnghealthyeating/ It's early in the "eating season", but sometimes it feels like starting this weekend, we're eating straight through until Christmas!  It's a good idea to go in with a bit of a strategy - try these this year (from readersdigest.ca): 1. Toss the Turkey Skin As soon...]]> Stephanie Nicole 05 Oct 2010 15:33 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Living a Life of Love]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodoct5/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodoct5/ 32Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you. 1Be imitators of God, therefore, as dearly loved children 2and live a life of love, just as Christ loved us and gave himself up for us as a fragrant offering and sacrifice to God. Ephesia...]]> Stephanie Nicole 05 Oct 2010 14:30 MDT <![CDATA[Afternoon Video Blog - Oct. 4]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-aftvlogoct4/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-aftvlogoct4/ Every family has a different favourite for Thanksgiving dinner - besides the turkey and cranberry sauce!     ]]> Stephanie Nicole 04 Oct 2010 16:46 MDT <![CDATA[Canadian Families in 2010 - How are you staying connected?]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-family2010/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-family2010/ Some big changes have occurred in the past few years regarding the structure of the Canadian family.  A recent study shows that for the first time ever in Canada, married couples with children are in the minority, as there are more married couples without kids in our country. We'...]]> Stephanie Nicole 04 Oct 2010 15:33 MDT <![CDATA[Snap Out of It: We're Distracted Drivers!]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-drivingdistractions/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-drivingdistractions/ Our busy lives are translating into more incidences of distracted driving... and we KNOW it's bad but we're doing it anyway.  At least 75% of us are.   88% of us won't text behind the wheel, but 60% of us see nothing wrong with operating the sound system.  And one quarter...]]> Stephanie Nicole 04 Oct 2010 15:13 MDT <![CDATA[Thanksgiving Family Favourites - What's Yours?]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-tgivingfamfaves/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-tgivingfamfaves/ Besides the typical turkey and cranberry sauce, our family favourite is probably Sweet Potato Casserole - which is alot more like a dessert than a casserole.  AMAZING!  What's your family's favourite Thanksgiving dish?   One listener called in to say Sweet Potato Pr...]]> Stephanie Nicole 04 Oct 2010 14:48 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - We Need Each Other]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodoct4/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodoct4/ 9 Two are better than one, because they have a good return for their work: 10 If one falls down, his friend can help him up. But pity the man who falls and has no one to help him up! 11 Also, if two lie down together, they will keep warm. But how can o...]]> Stephanie Nicole 04 Oct 2010 14:18 MDT <![CDATA[Afternoon Video Blog - October 1]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-aftvlogoct1/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-aftvlogoct1/ What's on this weekend - and a lawn mower recall.   ]]> Stephanie Nicole 01 Oct 2010 16:51 MDT <![CDATA[Black and Decker Lawn Mower Recall]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-bdlawnmowerrecall/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-bdlawnmowerrecall/ Lawn mowers that can start themselves without warning?  No thanks - the latest recall from Black and Decker:   Black & Decker lawnmowers, sold between 1999 and 2006, are being recalled for safety reasons.    The Cordless Electric Lawnmowers, wi...]]> Stephanie Nicole 01 Oct 2010 15:27 MDT <![CDATA[Scream Free Parenting Tip of the Day]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-screamfreeoct1/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-screamfreeoct1/ Raise your hand if you raise your voice at your kids. Okay, now that everyone's hand is up... This is a great resource to help you parent all ages - from the baby stage to teens!  It's called Scream Free Parenting - here's today's tip: October 1, 2010   ...]]> Stephanie Nicole 01 Oct 2010 14:52 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Kindness]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodoct1/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodoct1/ 16 A kindhearted woman gains respect, but ruthless men gain only wealth. 17 A kind man benefits himself, but a cruel man brings trouble on himself. Proverbs 11:16-17 (NIV) --- Most of us have been in a situation where someone is unkind to us. It's upsetting, an...]]> Stephanie Nicole 01 Oct 2010 14:36 MDT <![CDATA[Afternoon Video Blog - Sept. 30]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-aftvlogsept30/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-aftvlogsept30/ What does it mean to age well? ]]> Stephanie Nicole 30 Sep 2010 16:58 MDT <![CDATA[Breast Cancer Success Stories]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-bcsuccess/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-bcsuccess/ It's an incredibly difficult road to walk, but so many women have beaten breast cancer in their lifetimes, often more than once. According to a new study, breast cancer survival rates are improving with the years and progress of technology and medical techniques and treatments. Share you...]]> Stephanie Nicole 30 Sep 2010 14:58 MDT <![CDATA[Happy Birthday Flintstones and Rubbles!]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-hbflints/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-hbflints/ Believe it or not, the Flintstones turns 50 today!  Half a century of "yabba dabba doo!" and "oh Fred -  giggle giggle!"  Hanna-Barbera Productions created the Flintstones on September 30, 1960.  It led to 11 TV specials, five TV movies, and 11 spin-off show...]]> Stephanie Nicole 30 Sep 2010 14:20 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Grace Truly is Amazing]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodsept30/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodsept30/ date_replace('9.30.2010'); 1 Once you were dead because of your disobedience and your many sins. 2 You used to live in sin, just like the rest of the world, obeying the devil—the commander of the powers in the unseen world. He is the spirit at work in the hearts of tho...]]> Stephanie Nicole 30 Sep 2010 14:17 MDT <![CDATA[Afternoon VideoBlog - Sept.29]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-aftvlogsept29/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-aftvlogsept29/ I read something today that really impacted me.   ]]> Stephanie Nicole 29 Sep 2010 17:14 MDT <![CDATA[The Bible: FULL of God's grace]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-gracegodinthebible/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-gracegodinthebible/ Check out this blog post by Senior Editor at Crossway Books, Dane Ortlund: The Grace of God in the Bible. Dane actually lists where we can see God's grace in the Bible, book by book.  It's amazing to see it all at once! ]]> Stephanie Nicole 29 Sep 2010 15:15 MDT <![CDATA[Saving $ on Your Utility Bill]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-savemoneyutilitybill/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-savemoneyutilitybill/ Small Ways to Save Money on Your Utility Bill this Fall - from realsimple.com:   Laundry Line-dry clothes whenever possible. An average household does seven loads of laundry a week; a dryer load costs about 34 cents in energy. So, according to these figures from the A...]]> Stephanie Nicole 29 Sep 2010 14:57 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - God Comes to Earth]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodsept29/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodsept29/ 1In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. 2He was with God in the beginning. 3Through him all things were made; without him nothing was made that has been made. 4In him was life, and that life was the light of men. 5The light shines in the darkness,...]]> Stephanie Nicole 29 Sep 2010 14:54 MDT <![CDATA[It's baaaack! Sunny for the rest of the week!]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-wxsept29/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-wxsept29/ Click HERE for the current forecast.  Issued : 11:00 AM MDT Wednesday 29 September 2010 TodaySunny. High 17. UV index 3 or moderate. TonightClear. Low plus 5. ThursdaySunny. Wind becoming northeast 20 km/h early in the evening. High 18. FridaySunny. Low 7. High 19. Sa...]]> Stephanie Nicole 29 Sep 2010 14:46 MDT <![CDATA[Lord of the Rings on Blu-Ray]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-lotr/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-lotr/ We just recently finished watching the Lord of the Rings Trilogy on Blu-ray.  Not all in one night, mind you - that would be one crazy marathon!  It had been a while since I had seen the series - and I forgot just how good the story actually is!    Your k...]]> Stephanie Nicole 28 Sep 2010 17:36 MDT <![CDATA[Afternoon Vlog - Sept. 28]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-aftvlogsept28/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-aftvlogsept28/ What I learned about money, from my mom. ]]> Stephanie Nicole 28 Sep 2010 17:01 MDT <![CDATA[Ladies, Who Do You Turn to For Financial Advice?]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-financesmoms/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-financesmoms/ When it comes to advice about money, who do you go to?  A new survey out today suggests that we ladies aren’t going to our moms for advice about money.  When asked, “what was the best financial advice you received from your mother?”, the top answer was &ldq...]]> Stephanie Nicole 28 Sep 2010 14:47 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - The Beatitudes]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodsept28/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodsept28/ 1Now when he saw the crowds, he went up on a mountainside and sat down. His disciples came to him, 2and he began to teach them saying: 3"Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. 4Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted. 5Blessed a...]]> Stephanie Nicole 28 Sep 2010 14:37 MDT <![CDATA[What Happened to the Sun? Updated Weather Forecast]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-wheresthesun/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-wheresthesun/ Forecast Issued: 11:00 AM MDT Tuesday 28 September 2010 Today:Increasing cloudiness. A few showers beginning this afternoon. Wind becoming west 30 km/h gusting to 50 early this afternoon. High 16. UV index 3 or moderate. Tonight:A few showers ending this evening then clearing. Wind west ...]]> Stephanie Nicole 28 Sep 2010 14:30 MDT <![CDATA[Afternoon Vlog - Sept. 27]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-aftvlogsept27/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-aftvlogsept27/ The Great Homework Debate.   ]]> Stephanie Nicole 27 Sep 2010 17:04 MDT <![CDATA[Get Your Pumpkin Early!]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-earlypumpkins/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-earlypumpkins/ Are we in for another pumpkin shortage?  Apparently last year, depending on where you were, it was tough to find a can of pumpkin.  Of course, ‘tis the season – pumpkin spice lattes, pies, cookies, squares, cakes… yum!  But…the weather has been so wet and s...]]> Stephanie Nicole 27 Sep 2010 15:40 MDT <![CDATA[Calgary Catholic School District Drafts New Homework Policy]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-catholicschoolhomework/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-catholicschoolhomework/ The Calgary Catholic School District has finished a draft policy which sets time limits for homework in all grades.  The rules need to be formally approved, but here's what's on the table:     -No homework before grade 4     -Hig...]]> Stephanie Nicole 27 Sep 2010 14:41 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Find Rest]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodsept27/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodsept27/ 1 My soul finds rest in God alone; my salvation comes from him. 2 He alone is my rock and my salvation; he is my fortress, I will never be shaken. 3 How long will you assault a man? Would all of you throw him down— this leaning wall, this tottering fence? 4 They fully inten...]]> Stephanie Nicole 27 Sep 2010 14:34 MDT <![CDATA[Afternoon Vlog - Sept.24]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-aftvlogsept24/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-aftvlogsept24/ What's going on this weekend - for your family and for your intellect.   ]]> Stephanie Nicole 24 Sep 2010 16:56 MDT <![CDATA[Seriously Delicious - Original Nestle Toll House Chocolate Chip Cookies]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-cookierecipe/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-cookierecipe/ These are sooo tasty!  I did everything this told me to, except instead of the cup of chopped nuts, I added an extra cup of chocolate chips.  Best substitution ever!  I made the dough ahead of time and popped it in the fridge so I could bake a batch whenever we wanted fres...]]> Stephanie Nicole 24 Sep 2010 15:53 MDT <![CDATA[Canadian Scholar Defends Historicity of the Christian Bible This Weekend in Calgary]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-fbbevent/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-fbbevent/ I had a chance to attend this conference last year, when it featured Greg Koukl of Stand to Reason - who debated a University of Calgary professor on the existence of objective morality.  This year, they've invited Dr. Craig Evans to discuss the reliability of the Bible.  If you're looki...]]> Stephanie Nicole 24 Sep 2010 15:29 MDT <![CDATA[What's Up This Weekend?]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-wkndactivitiessept24/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-wkndactivitiessept24/ It's going to be lovely and sunny, and if you're like me, you know you should be mowing the lawn and weeding the yard just ONE more time before the snow is here to stay. BUT... since the lawn mower is broken, you might have to find something else to do.  Here's what's going on in Calgar...]]> Stephanie Nicole 24 Sep 2010 14:56 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Dead to Sin, Alive in Jesus]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodsep24/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodsep24/ 1What shall we say, then? Shall we go on sinning so that grace may increase? 2By no means! We died to sin; how can we live in it any longer? 3Or don't you know that all of us who were baptized into Christ Jesus were baptized into his death? 4We were therefore buried with him through baptism into d...]]> Stephanie Nicole 24 Sep 2010 14:31 MDT <![CDATA[Afternoon Vlog - Sept. 13]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-aftvlogsept13/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-aftvlogsept13/ Dealing with Post-Baby Weight:   ]]> Stephanie Nicole 13 Sep 2010 17:06 MDT <![CDATA[Dealing with Post-Baby Weight: one mom's story]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-pbweight/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-pbweight/ Check out one mom's story of dealing with post-baby weight: The Battle of the Baby Bulge After months of fighting my weight, how I finally surrendered and won   By Anastacia Grenda When I was pregnant with my first child, I happily indulged in all my cravings. It started ...]]> Stephanie Nicole 13 Sep 2010 15:48 MDT <![CDATA[Hot Cocoa's Good for the Brain! PLUS a tasty recipe to try.]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-hotcocoarecipe/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-hotcocoarecipe/ A cup of piping hot cocoa can keep you mentally sharp even while performing tiring complex tasks, says a recent study. When scientists at Britain's Northumbria University gave subjects a series of math tests, the people who drank cocoa did significantly better on them than folks who drank a placeb...]]> Stephanie Nicole 13 Sep 2010 14:46 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Shout to the Lord!]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodsept13/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodsept13/ 1 Shout for joy to the LORD, all the earth. 2 Worship the LORD with gladness; come before him with joyful songs. 3 Know that the LORD is God. It is he who made us, and we are his; we are his people, the sheep of his pasture. 4 Enter his gates with thanksgiving and his courts with praise...]]> Stephanie Nicole 13 Sep 2010 14:34 MDT <![CDATA[Afternoon Vlog - Sept. 10]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-aftvlogsept10/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-aftvlogsept10/ Dan Bremnes popped by for a visit today.   ]]> Stephanie Nicole 10 Sep 2010 17:10 MDT <![CDATA[Foods to Boost Your Brain Power]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-foodsboostbrainpower/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-foodsboostbrainpower/ I don't know about you, but I need all the help I can get!  Plus, I'm enjoying some of these foods on a daily basis anyway - so it's nice to know there are some brain-boosting benefits to eating apples and drinking a bit of coffee. --- Read the full article at CNN.COM. Bla...]]> Stephanie Nicole 10 Sep 2010 16:13 MDT <![CDATA[Dan Bremnes LIVE in the Studio!]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-danbremnesinstudio/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-danbremnesinstudio/ This afternoon, I had the privilege of having one of our artists in the studio - Dan Bremnes from Salmon Arm, BC!  Dan's a worship leader and singer-songwriter who's heading out on tour this fall.  Here's our discussion and a LIVE performance of a song called "This Life". ...]]> Stephanie Nicole 10 Sep 2010 15:18 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Marriage]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodsept10/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodsept10/ 21Submit to one another out of reverence for Christ. 22Wives, submit to your husbands as to the Lord. 23For the husband is the head of the wife as Christ is the head of the church, his body, of which he is the Savior. 24Now as the church submits to Christ, so also wives should submit to the...]]> Stephanie Nicole 10 Sep 2010 14:27 MDT <![CDATA[Afternoon Vlog - Sept. 9]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-aftvlogsept9/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-aftvlogsept9/ Burning the Koran is not biblical.   ]]> Stephanie Nicole 09 Sep 2010 18:09 MDT <![CDATA[UPDATE: Burning the Koran - Not Biblical (Event is cancelled)]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-notbiblical/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-notbiblical/ Florida pastor Terry Jones says he has heard from God - and God has told him to burn the Koran on the anniversary of 9/11. If you take the Bible into consideration as God's instructions to us as His followers, I have a sneaking suspicion that Jones did not actually hear from God. Here'...]]> Stephanie Nicole 09 Sep 2010 15:40 MDT <![CDATA[Back to School - Back to Sick?]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-bts/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-bts/ Seems like as soon as you get a group of kids in one room, the colds and flus start spreading like crazy!  Home remedies, here we come... -there's the obvious - hand washing!  Tough to get kids to do it sometimes, but the happy birthday song is a great way to help them understand ho...]]> Stephanie Nicole 09 Sep 2010 14:40 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Our Strength]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodsept9/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodsept9/ 1 To you I call, O LORD my Rock; do not turn a deaf ear to me. For if you remain silent, I will be like those who have gone down to the pit. 2 Hear my cry for mercy as I call to you for help, as I lift up my hands toward your Most Holy Place. 3 Do not drag me away with the wick...]]> Stephanie Nicole 09 Sep 2010 14:26 MDT <![CDATA[Afternoon Vlog - Sept. 8 ]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-aftvlogsept8/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-aftvlogsept8/ An interesting read. ]]> Stephanie Nicole 08 Sep 2010 17:54 MDT <![CDATA[North Carolina Restaurant Bans Screaming Children (until they calm down)]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-restaurantbansscreamers/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-restaurantbansscreamers/ Hmm... interesting.  --- From the Canadian Press:  The owner of a coastal North Carolina restaurant is fed up with screaming children who bother other diners. So Brenda Armes has posted signs at Olde Salty restaurant in Carolina Beach that read "screaming chil...]]> Stephanie Nicole 08 Sep 2010 16:49 MDT <![CDATA[Hipster Faith]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-hipfaitharticle/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-hipfaitharticle/ There's an interesting movement of young evangelicals toward churches that are attempting to merge "cool culture" with a living faith in Christ.  And for some leaders whose churches don't fit into that category, it's unnerving.  But other leaders are seeing it as...]]> Stephanie Nicole 08 Sep 2010 16:17 MDT <![CDATA[Things Getting Tight? 8 Ways to Save Money]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-8waystosave/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-8waystosave/ From Reader's Digest Canada:  1. Plug Into Bargain Electricity Are your electricity bills excessive? Maybe you’re using too much power at peak hours. For instance, try running your dishwasher at night, rather than during the day. By taking advantage of off-peak rates, mo...]]> Stephanie Nicole 08 Sep 2010 14:35 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Next Time You Share]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodsept8/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodsept8/ 13 A gossip betrays a confidence, but a trustworthy man keeps a secret. Proverbs 11:13 (NIV) --- Somehow, when people start listing off sins, this one tends to get overlooked. Gossip. Maybe it's because it's often veiled in "sharing a prayer request" for someone else's situat...]]> Stephanie Nicole 08 Sep 2010 14:34 MDT <![CDATA[Afternoon Vlog - Sept 7]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-aftvlogsept7/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-aftvlogsept7/ Positive thoughts on the end of summer.   ]]> Stephanie Nicole 07 Sep 2010 17:11 MDT <![CDATA[Calgary Gets Black Carts]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-blackcarts/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-blackcarts/ From the Calgary Herald:    City officials will announce today which neighbourhoods get the black carts first, with delivery scheduled to all 300,000 city houses by spring.   A city survey found that in two years of testing the service in Deer Run and five other c...]]> Stephanie Nicole 07 Sep 2010 15:22 MDT <![CDATA[Shop for The Seed (if you can)]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-seedfoodshortage/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-seedfoodshortage/ Just saw that the Mustard Seed is facing a severe shortage of non-perishable food items this week - if you can help them out, here's what they need: canned soups beans pasta rice pancake mix syrup coffee juice peanut butter cereal ***Drop off ...]]> Stephanie Nicole 07 Sep 2010 15:13 MDT <![CDATA[Get Your Photos in for the Great Alberta Road Race]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-greatalbroadrace/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-greatalbroadrace/ If you participated in the Great Alberta Road Race this summer, time to get your photos in!  The entry deadline is September 16th.  After that, we'll be choosing 88 entries, and then doing the reverse draw from 88 to 1.  88 prizes will be given away... and the last entry drawn will ...]]> Stephanie Nicole 07 Sep 2010 14:32 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Giving Credit Where It's Due]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodsept7/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodsept7/ 11Now on his way to Jerusalem, Jesus traveled along the border between Samaria and Galilee. 12As he was going into a village, ten men who had leprosy met him. They stood at a distance 13and called out in a loud voice, "Jesus, Master, have pity on us!" 14When he saw them, he said, "G...]]> Stephanie Nicole 07 Sep 2010 14:18 MDT <![CDATA[Live on Location This Afternoon!]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-liveonlocationsept3/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-liveonlocationsept3/ I'm heading across the street to the Grand Opening of the Sweetwater Showhome!  It's right across from Shine FM studios on the west side of MacLeod Trail (4300 block) - you'll see the lovely log cabin and RVs parked along MacLeod. If you're in the area this afternoon, pop by!  Shine...]]> Stephanie Nicole 03 Sep 2010 14:26 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Age is No Barrier]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodsept3/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodsept3/ 12Don't let anyone look down on you because you are young, but set an example for the believers in speech, in life, in love, in faith and in purity. 13Until I come, devote yourself to the public reading of Scripture, to preaching and to teaching. 14Do not neglect your gift, which was given you throu...]]> Stephanie Nicole 03 Sep 2010 14:20 MDT <![CDATA[Afternoon Vlog - Sept. 2]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-aftvlogsept2/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-aftvlogsept2/ Healthy school lunches - and getting your kids to eat them.   ]]> Stephanie Nicole 02 Sep 2010 17:07 MDT <![CDATA[Now, how do you get them to actually EAT their lunch?]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-getthemtoeatlunch/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-getthemtoeatlunch/ So you make this awesome lunch for your kids... and they bring most, if not all, of it home at the end of the day.  Here's some help on how to get your kids to actually EAT the lunch you packed for them! From the Calgary Herald: Q: How do I convince my eight-year-old son that he sho...]]> Stephanie Nicole 02 Sep 2010 15:12 MDT <![CDATA[Healthy Lunches - that kids actually like!]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-healthylunches/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-healthylunches/ How's that lunch-making coming along?  Struggling for ideas already?  You're not alone.  Check out these yummy ideas from the Calgary Herald: "Instead of bread, shake it up a bit; try rice cakes with almond butter; Melba toast with cheese; bagel with flavoured cream chees...]]> Stephanie Nicole 02 Sep 2010 15:05 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Everything is Different]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodsept2/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodsept2/ 19Therefore, brothers, since we have confidence to enter the Most Holy Place by the blood of Jesus, 20by a new and living way opened for us through the curtain, that is, his body, 21and since we have a great priest over the house of God, 22let us draw near to God with a sincere heart in full assuran...]]> Stephanie Nicole 02 Sep 2010 14:24 MDT <![CDATA[Afternoon Vlog - Sept. 1]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-vlogsept1/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-vlogsept1/ Today we chatted about whether or not distracted driving actually harms your relationships. ]]> Stephanie Nicole 01 Sep 2010 17:02 MDT <![CDATA[Save Money! 8 Surprising Foods You Can Freeze]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-foodsyoucanfreeze/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-foodsyoucanfreeze/ 8 Surprising Foods You Can Freeze  (source: allyou.com) Save money utilizing your freezer, and learn how to keep foods at their best.   Get the most out of your supermarket dollars by freezing extras strategically―you’ll be amazed by how much you can sav...]]> Stephanie Nicole 01 Sep 2010 15:07 MDT <![CDATA[Distracted Driving - Dangerous for Your Relationship?]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-distracteddriving/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-distracteddriving/ So driving and using your cell phone has risks, right?  You’re distracted and can’t put your full attention on the road.  But what about the person you’re talking to?  Some experts are suggesting that distracted driving could have an affect on your relationship wit...]]> Stephanie Nicole 01 Sep 2010 14:58 MDT <![CDATA[Bill 44 Goes into Effect Today]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-bill44today/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-bill44today/ Bill 44 goes into effect today. That means as of today, you as a parent have more authority to pull your kids out of lessons on religion, human sexuality, and sexual orientation.   Some parents are happy about it – some teachers feel it will stifle conversation in the ...]]> Stephanie Nicole 01 Sep 2010 14:52 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Praying for Others]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodsept1/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodsept1/ 15For this reason, ever since I heard about your faith in the Lord Jesus and your love for all the saints, 16I have not stopped giving thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers. 17I keep asking that the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the glorious Father, may give you the Spirit of wisdom and re...]]> Stephanie Nicole 01 Sep 2010 14:45 MDT <![CDATA[Back to School - and Gym Class]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-btsandgym/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-btsandgym/ The provincial government is being urged to expand phys ed time in schools – right now grades 1-9 have to participate in 30 minutes of physical activity per day.  What about kindergarten and high school students?  In some provinces, Phys Ed is mandatory for those students too. ...]]> Stephanie Nicole 31 Aug 2010 16:29 MDT <![CDATA[Playing with Your Kids - a lost art?]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-playinglostart/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-playinglostart/ Are you good at playing with your kids?  New research shows one in five parents has forgotten how to play with their children.  Why?  No time, and no inspiration.  And one in three parents said, it’s boring.  And yet, the kids in the survey said they’d like to ...]]> Stephanie Nicole 31 Aug 2010 15:16 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Who Do You Turn To?]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodaug31/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodaug31/ 1 To you, O LORD, I lift up my soul; 2 in you I trust, O my God. Do not let me be put to shame, nor let my enemies triumph over me. 3 No one whose hope is in you will ever be put to shame, but they will be put to shame who are treacherous without excuse. 4 Show me your ways, O ...]]> Stephanie Nicole 31 Aug 2010 14:45 MDT <![CDATA[Are Today's Teens "Almost Christian"?]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-teenschristianity/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-teenschristianity/ CNN had this story last week - do you think Canadian Christian teens are in the same boat?  Read on: If you're the parent of a Christian teenager, Kenda Creasy Dean has this warning:  Your child is following a "mutant" form of Christianity, and you may be responsible.&n...]]> Stephanie Nicole 30 Aug 2010 15:08 MDT <![CDATA[Back to School Anxiety]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-btsanxiety/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-btsanxiety/ It's that time of year - Thursday's the big day and lots of families are preparing to get back into routine and make sure the kids have what they need for the classroom.  With the return of a school year, anxiety levels can increase for both parents AND kids. Maybe you're experiencing mo...]]> Stephanie Nicole 30 Aug 2010 14:45 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Choosing to Rejoice]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodaug30/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodaug30/ 1Therefore, since we have been justified through faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ, 2through whom we have gained access by faith into this grace in which we now stand. And we rejoice in the hope of the glory of God. 3Not only so, but we also rejoice in our sufferings, bec...]]> Stephanie Nicole 30 Aug 2010 14:32 MDT <![CDATA[MaryBeth Chapman's New Book is Out!]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-mbchapmanbook/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-mbchapmanbook/ If you’re looking for a good read this fall, the new MaryBeth Chapman book is out – it’s called “Choosing to See:  A journey of struggle and hope”.  Looks really good.  She tells her story of being the wife of Steven Curtis Chapman, one of the most succ...]]> Stephanie Nicole 27 Aug 2010 07:18 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Come and Rest!]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodaug27/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodaug27/ 25At that time Jesus said, "I praise you, Father, Lord of heaven and earth, because you have hidden these things from the wise and learned, and revealed them to little children. 26Yes, Father, for this was your good pleasure.  27"All things have been committed to me by my Fath...]]> Stephanie Nicole 27 Aug 2010 07:13 MDT <![CDATA[Storybook Theatre Announces "Annie" Dog Sandy at Shinefest]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-anniedogwinner/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-anniedogwinner/ Carrie from Storybook Theatre and Andrea from Petland were in the studio this morning to talk about the exciting search for "Annie"'s dog Sandy - the winner will be announced on Saturday afternoon at Shinefest!  Katie and Emily from the cast of "Annie" were here too... it'...]]> Stephanie Nicole 26 Aug 2010 08:24 MDT <![CDATA[A New Phone Scam - this one's sneaky]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-newphonescam/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-newphonescam/ It's a bit complicated, but worth knowing about because it's easy to fall for: A person calls stating they’re from the Do Not Call List and ask if you want to participate in a program to trace illegal calls. They give you a 5 digit number tell you to write it down so you can repeat it t...]]> Stephanie Nicole 26 Aug 2010 06:50 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Encouragement From Above]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodaug26/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodaug26/ 13But we ought always to thank God for you, brothers loved by the Lord, because from the beginning God chose you to be saved through the sanctifying work of the Spirit and through belief in the truth. 14He called you to this through our gospel, that you might share in the glory of our Lord Jesus C...]]> Stephanie Nicole 26 Aug 2010 05:54 MDT <![CDATA[National Facebook Fast - would you do this with your family?]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-fbfast/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-fbfast/ It's like going back to the year 2000, before the tekkie age was really booming.  But it's a good idea - even once a month, or once a week:      Woodlands Church in Texas is asking its 17,000-plus members to turn off their laptops, iPods and cell phones, an...]]> Stephanie Nicole 25 Aug 2010 07:13 MDT <![CDATA[Trying to Lose a Few Pounds? Drink water!]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-loseweightdrinkwater/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-loseweightdrinkwater/ Seems like we've heard this a thousand times, but it might actually work. Preliminary conclusions from a new study shows that drinking just two 8 ounce glasses of water before meals helps middle-aged and older people lose weight.  It’s partially because we are way more likely to su...]]> Stephanie Nicole 25 Aug 2010 06:41 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Forgive]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodaug25/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodaug25/ 5"And when you pray, do not be like the hypocrites, for they love to pray standing in the synagogues and on the street corners to be seen by men. I tell you the truth, they have received their reward in full. 6But when you pray, go into your room, close the door and pray to your Father, who i...]]> Stephanie Nicole 25 Aug 2010 06:07 MDT <![CDATA[Traffic Jam in China Lasts 9 DAYS!]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-tfclasts9days/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-tfclasts9days/ So you thought Calgary traffic was bad?  How about being stuck in a jam for 9 days!  Can you imagine?!  AAHHHH!  I suppose that our next snowstorm won't seem as bad...   ---   MAINTENANCE work, wrecks and broken down cars caused a nine-day traffic...]]> Stephanie Nicole 24 Aug 2010 08:10 MDT <![CDATA[The Chicken Soup Experiment]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-chickensoupexperiment/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-chickensoupexperiment/ Yesterday I slow-cooked a chicken and had all this stock left over so I thought,"hey, why don't I make soup?  Can't let all this go to waste!" And so the experiment began.  I added all kinds of spices - but I still couldn't get it to taste like my mom's.  Thanks to tw...]]> Stephanie Nicole 24 Aug 2010 07:32 MDT <![CDATA[Win tickets to Shinefest on the Morning Show!]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-shinefesttix/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-shinefesttix/ Tune in today and tomorrow from 6-9 for your chance to win passes to Shinefest! It's THE family festival of the summer!  Featuring entertainment from the Doodlebops, Fred Penner, pureNRG and MORE. COP Activities are included, as well as a big play area and festival tent featuring al...]]> Stephanie Nicole 24 Aug 2010 06:40 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - It's Not About Me]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodaug24/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodaug24/ 1If you have any encouragement from being united with Christ, if any comfort from his love, if any fellowship with the Spirit, if any tenderness and compassion, 2then make my joy complete by being like-minded, having the same love, being one in spirit and purpose. 3Do nothing out of selfish ...]]> Stephanie Nicole 24 Aug 2010 06:24 MDT <![CDATA[Health and Safety Watch]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-healthandsafetywatch/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-healthandsafetywatch/ Seems like every week there's something new to watch out for.  Recalls, health warnings, etc - it can be hard to keep track of it all.  But there's a new website that does it for you.  It's called healthandsafetywatch.com - and it's a Canadian site that tracks all critical public heal...]]> Stephanie Nicole 23 Aug 2010 07:39 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - He is With You]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodaug23/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodaug23/ 1 But now, this is what the LORD says—        he who created you, O Jacob,        he who formed you, O Israel:        "Fear not, for I have redeemed you;        ...]]> Stephanie Nicole 23 Aug 2010 06:52 MDT <![CDATA[Rock the River -- what now?]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-rtrnowwhat/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-rtrnowwhat/ Now the real work begins - the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association's Rock the River event was a big success for teens and twentysomethings on Saturday.  About 10,100 people were there to hear Franklin Graham speak and enjoy a full slate of concerts at Canada Olympic Park. So what now?&...]]> Stephanie Nicole 23 Aug 2010 06:38 MDT <![CDATA[UPDATED: Hot Topic - Nursing without a Cover in Public]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-hottopicaug20/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-hottopicaug20/ Yesterday I was walking through the grocery store when I saw a woman holding a ten month old baby - to her chest.  At first I wasn't sure that I had seen what I thought I saw.  But I had seen it.  She was nursing her baby without a covering while walking through the grocery store, b...]]> Stephanie Nicole 23 Aug 2010 06:05 MDT <![CDATA[New Vlog from Stephanie Nicole - Hootenanny]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-vlogaug20/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-vlogaug20/ Lots going on in Calgary this weekend - check out Hootenanny with your family!   ]]> Stephanie Nicole 20 Aug 2010 16:57 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Different Gifts]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodaug20/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodaug20/ 1Therefore, I urge you, brothers, in view of God's mercy, to offer your bodies as living sacrifices, holy and pleasing to God—this is your spiritual act of worship. 2Do not conform any longer to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be ...]]> Stephanie Nicole 20 Aug 2010 14:26 MDT <![CDATA[What to Do When Encountering a Cougar]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-cougars/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-cougars/ There was a cougar sighting yesterday in Discovery Ridge (SW Calgary) - these are not like bears.  Do you know what to do if you see a cougar?  Here are some tips to prevent cougars from coming around, as well as what to do if you encounter one: Don't attract animals t...]]> Stephanie Nicole 19 Aug 2010 17:05 MDT <![CDATA[New Vlog from Stephanie Nicole - Let's Share Ideas]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-vlogaug19/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-vlogaug19/ Check out today's vlog from Stephanie Nicole.     ]]> Stephanie Nicole 19 Aug 2010 16:54 MDT <![CDATA[Living Compassionately - Who? Where?]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-livingcompassionately/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-livingcompassionately/ Yesterday's interview with Max Lucado got me thinking about some of the practical ways we can get involved in compassionate action.  I've crossed paths with SO many people who are choosing to live with less so others can have a fighting chance at life.  And it's so encouraging!  ...]]> Stephanie Nicole 19 Aug 2010 15:03 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Count the Cost]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodaug19/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodaug19/ 25Large crowds were traveling with Jesus, and turning to them he said: 26"If anyone comes to me and does not hate his father and mother, his wife and children, his brothers and sisters—yes, even his own life—he cannot be my disciple. 27And anyone who does not carry his cross an...]]> Stephanie Nicole 19 Aug 2010 14:56 MDT <![CDATA[Air Quality Warning for Calgary and area]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-calgaryairqualitywarning/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-calgaryairqualitywarning/ The smoke in the air has gotten to the point that Alberta Health Services has issued an air quality warning for Calgary and most of southern Alberta. Alberta Health Services says particulate matter in the smoky air can be absorbed into the lungs which can aggravate existing health conditi...]]> Stephanie Nicole 19 Aug 2010 14:45 MDT <![CDATA[Interview with Max Lucado on Shine FM - listen here]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-interviewwithmaxlucado/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-interviewwithmaxlucado/ I chatted with best selling Christian author Max Lucado this afternoon about his brand new book, "Outlive Your Life" - available this September.  It's a call to action - choosing to live compassionately and respond to the needs at home and across the globe.  100% of the author ...]]> Stephanie Nicole 18 Aug 2010 17:43 MDT <![CDATA[My How Things Have Changed! A look at the mindset of the university class of 2014.]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-classof2014mindset/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-classof2014mindset/ This might make you feel a bit older and wiser... how things have changed!   Each August since 1998, Beloit College has released the Beloit College Mindset List. It provides a look at the cultural touchstones that shape the lives of students entering college this fall. T...]]> Stephanie Nicole 18 Aug 2010 17:31 MDT <![CDATA[PC Cookie Recall]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-pccookierecall/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-pccookierecall/ Check your cupboard for these cookies. From the Calgary Sun: Shoppers at Loblaw company grocery stores are being warned not to eat a batch of President's Choice cookies that may contain metal fragments.   The company announced the warning Tuesday around store-b...]]> Stephanie Nicole 18 Aug 2010 14:31 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Benefits of Wisdom]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodaug18/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodaug18/  1 My son, do not forget my teaching,        but keep my commands in your heart,  2 for they will prolong your life many years        and bring you prosperity.  3 Let love and faithfulness never leave you; &nb...]]> Stephanie Nicole 18 Aug 2010 14:19 MDT <![CDATA[Everything Vintage is New Again]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-vintagenewagain/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-vintagenewagain/ Remember Superman lunchboxes, melamine Sesame Street plates, and all those awesome vintage toys and memorabilia?  You may have noticed that they’re back in a big way.  I know if I ever found an original Rainbow Brite or Strawberry Shortcake doll, I would be all over that.&n...]]> Stephanie Nicole 17 Aug 2010 15:49 MDT <![CDATA[Mark Your Calendar - The City of Calgary Green Sale is coming up]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-citygreensale/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-citygreensale/ How's the utility bill these days?  Most people find it goes down in summer - but even so, it's a monthly reminder that going green isn't such a bad idea.  The City of Calgary is planning a "Green Sale" later this year.  Mark your calendar for November 6th, when the city i...]]> Stephanie Nicole 17 Aug 2010 15:08 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Reaching Out]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodaug17/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodaug17/ 8Finally, all of you, live in harmony with one another; be sympathetic, love as brothers, be compassionate and humble. 9Do not repay evil with evil or insult with insult, but with blessing, because to this you were called so that you may inherit a blessing. 10For,    "Whoe...]]> Stephanie Nicole 17 Aug 2010 14:25 MDT <![CDATA[New School Zone Hours Start at 7:30!]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-newschoolzonehours/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-newschoolzonehours/ In case you missed it, just a reminder from the City of Calgary: New School Zone Hours start at 7:30 a.m. School zone hours have been adjusted to begin 30 minutes earlier than the previous 8 a.m. start time; they will now begin at 7:30 a.m. and end at 5 p.m. on school days. The ext...]]> Stephanie Nicole 16 Aug 2010 16:09 MDT <![CDATA[Neighbourly? Or Tattletale-ish?]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-bylawcalls/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-bylawcalls/ I read that the complaints to the city about neighbours being loud, having household trash in the back alley and holding bonfires too long has increased this year with the "Good Neighbour Bylaw".  Is this a good thing?   From the Calgary Herald:   More...]]> Stephanie Nicole 16 Aug 2010 15:50 MDT <![CDATA[Watch Jacqui's Story]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-jacquistory/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-jacquistory/ We watched this video in church on Sunday and I bawled!  God's tranforming power is AMAZING.  Watch Jacqui's story:   ]]> Stephanie Nicole 16 Aug 2010 14:41 MDT <![CDATA[Canadian Women Can't Afford to Save More: poll]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-womencantsavemore/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-womencantsavemore/ Is this true for you too?   From the Calgary Sun:   Canadian women say they would feel better if they saved more but can’t afford to do so, according to a poll conducted on behalf of Scotiabank.   About 69% of women said they don’t ...]]> Stephanie Nicole 16 Aug 2010 14:29 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Not Shaken]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodaug16/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodaug16/ 1Therefore, since through God's mercy we have this ministry, we do not lose heart. 2Rather, we have renounced secret and shameful ways; we do not use deception, nor do we distort the word of God. On the contrary, by setting forth the truth plainly we commend ourselves to every man's conscience i...]]> Stephanie Nicole 16 Aug 2010 14:12 MDT <![CDATA[Keypad Skimming Scam Discovered at Cross Iron Mills]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-crossironmillsscam/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-crossironmillsscam/ If you have recently shopped at Cross Iron Mills, change your PIN number and check your statements to make sure you can account for all items listed.  The RCMP has uncovered a skimming operation at the big Balzac mall.   From the Calgary Herald:   Bank security s...]]> Stephanie Nicole 13 Aug 2010 15:15 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Don't Be Foolish]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodaug13/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodaug13/ 1 The fool says in his heart,        "There is no God."        They are corrupt, and their ways are vile;        there is no one who does good.  2 God looks down from heaven  &nb...]]> Stephanie Nicole 13 Aug 2010 14:29 MDT <![CDATA[Win a Rock the River prize pack this afternoon!]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-rocktheriverprizepack/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-rocktheriverprizepack/ Rock the River hits COP on Saturday, August 21st!  Featuring Skillet, Flyleaf, Hawk Nelson, Lecrae, Starfield and Downhere - a big evangelism event for teens and young adults. Pray for those involved, and those attending - that they'll hear the Gospel and find hope in Christ. This a...]]> Stephanie Nicole 13 Aug 2010 14:23 MDT <![CDATA[Info on the New Superbug In Alberta]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-superbuginfo/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-superbuginfo/ The H1N1 pandemic was declared over this week by the World Health Organization - and now we hear about this!  A new antibiotic resistant superbug was found in an Alberta man who spent time in a hospital in India.  It's called NDM-1.  This is not the same kind of thing as ...]]> Stephanie Nicole 12 Aug 2010 15:07 MDT <![CDATA[The Truth About Common Diet Advice]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-bustdietmyth/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-bustdietmyth/ Have a few pounds to lose?  Check out these common lines about watching what you eat:       Myth: Don't Eat After 8 p.m. The theory: You burn up the food you eat earlier in the day, while late-night calories sit in your system and turn in...]]> Stephanie Nicole 12 Aug 2010 14:37 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Are You Content?]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodaug12/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodaug12/  10I rejoice greatly in the Lord that at last you have renewed your concern for me. Indeed, you have been concerned, but you had no opportunity to show it. 11I am not saying this because I am in need, for I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances. 12I know what it is to be in ne...]]> Stephanie Nicole 12 Aug 2010 14:25 MDT <![CDATA[Prayer Need: Saudi al-Qaida Leaders Urge Killing of Christians]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-prayerneed/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-prayerneed/ When I see stories like this, I feel mixed emotions.  The first is anger - the second is compassion.  This is an extremist group that not only wants to kill Christians, but overthrow the current government in Saudi Arabia.    Pray for Christians living in countries w...]]> Stephanie Nicole 11 Aug 2010 16:17 MDT <![CDATA[Cookies from Costco Recalled for Metal]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-cookierecall/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-cookierecall/ Here's a sad one!  Costco is recalling their Kirkland Signature Brand cookies because they may contain pieces of metal!  If you bought the cookies in question, you will be getting a phone call from Costco warning you not to consume them. Read more HERE.   ]]> Stephanie Nicole 11 Aug 2010 15:36 MDT <![CDATA[Maple Leaf Sausages Recalled in Western Canada]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-mapleleafrecallaug11/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-mapleleafrecallaug11/ This time it's for undeclared milk ingredients in them - which of course could cause serious allergic reactions. The sausages were sold in BC, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, and in Thunder Bay and Kenora, Ontario. Country Morning Garlic Sausage Ring (sold in 1-kg quantities) and Olympi...]]> Stephanie Nicole 11 Aug 2010 15:28 MDT <![CDATA[New Canada Post Mailboxes]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-canadapostbox/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-canadapostbox/ In an attempt to deter graffiti artists, Canada Post has new mailboxes going up in some communities. Looks like they just did the graffiti themselves. By the way, mailboxes that collect fewer than 25 pieces of mail per day will eventually be phased out - so it'll probably take you twic...]]> Stephanie Nicole 11 Aug 2010 14:47 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Shine Like Stars]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodaug11/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodaug11/ 12Therefore, my dear friends, as you have always obeyed—not only in my presence, but now much more in my absence—continue to work out your salvation with fear and trembling, 13for it is God who works in you to will and to act according to his good purpose.  14Do everything witho...]]> Stephanie Nicole 11 Aug 2010 14:28 MDT <![CDATA[Staples for Education ]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-staplesfored/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-staplesfored/ The school supply drive is on now!  The City of Calgary is teaming up with Staples stores and other community organizations to make sure kids in need receive school supplies this year. You can donate at any Staples store until September 18th. If you are a family in need, y...]]> Stephanie Nicole 11 Aug 2010 14:23 MDT <![CDATA[Edmonton Hail Storm Gallery]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-edmontonhailstorm/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-edmontonhailstorm/ We had a bit of a rough storm yesterday afternoon, but the clouds ganged up on Edmonton in the evening and just gave it to them!  Check out this photo gallery from the Calgary Herald.]]> Stephanie Nicole 10 Aug 2010 16:23 MDT <![CDATA[Stephen Hawking Suggests Abandoning Earth to Avoid Extinction: Aren't you glad God is in control?]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-abandonearth/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-abandonearth/ I saw this headline today and thought to myself, "I'm so glad God is in charge!  He's got it covered, I'm sure". Mankind must abandon Earth or face extinction: Hawking LONDON - Mankind's only chance of long-term survival lies in colonizing space, as humans drain Eart...]]> Stephanie Nicole 10 Aug 2010 16:18 MDT <![CDATA[Dinner Idea Tonight: Budget-Wise Chicken Pie]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-budgetwisechickenpie/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-budgetwisechickenpie/ Pretty good day for comfort food, don't you think?  Budget-Wise Chicken Pie Ingredients 1 recipe pastry for a 9 inch double crust pie 1 large carrot, shredded 1 large potato, shredded 1 teaspoon dried minced onion 2 tablespoons margarine 2 cups cubed, cooked chicken 1/2...]]> Stephanie Nicole 10 Aug 2010 14:46 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - God is Our Strength]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodaug10/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodaug10/ 1Surely God is good to Israel,        to those who are pure in heart.  2 But as for me, my feet had almost slipped;        I had nearly lost my foothold.  3 For I envied the arrogant      &...]]> Stephanie Nicole 10 Aug 2010 14:05 MDT <![CDATA[Why You Might Want to Rethink the "Five Second Rule"]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-fivesecondrule/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-fivesecondrule/ The "five second rule" – do you follow it at your house?  You know, food drops on the floor and if you pick it up before 5 seconds are up, you can still eat it.     According to scientific research, the "five second rule" doesn't work!  ...]]> Stephanie Nicole 09 Aug 2010 15:52 MDT <![CDATA[More Dandelions? Here's a recipe for a natural dandelion killer]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-naturaldandelionkiller/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-naturaldandelionkiller/ This year's dandelion population was outrageous - and it's going to get worse.  The city says they won't be trying to control the spread starting at the end of this summer.  The weed control act that was passed in June doesn't label dandelions as invasive - so it looks like they're here ...]]> Stephanie Nicole 09 Aug 2010 15:01 MDT <![CDATA[Alberta Health Services Warns Against MS Treatment]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-mstreatment/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-mstreatment/ Multiple Sclerosis is a difficult thing to live with, but if you're considering a particular treatment that's being offered overseas, Alberta Health Services is encouraging you to rethink that plan. From the Calgary Herald: Patients with multiple sclerosis considering heading overseas ...]]> Stephanie Nicole 09 Aug 2010 14:56 MDT <![CDATA[Severe Thunderstorm Watch for Calgary and Area]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-tstormaug9/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-tstormaug9/ This one is for areas stretching from areas along the foothills including Nordegg, north to Whitecourt, out to Spruce Grove, Rocky Mountain House and Rimbey down through Red Deer and Innisfail, through Airdrie, Cochrane, Olds, Sundre, to Drumheller, Three Hills, Strathmore, Brooks, Vulcan, Okotoks...]]> Stephanie Nicole 09 Aug 2010 14:45 MDT <![CDATA[Calgary Under a Severe Thunderstorm Warning]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-severetstormcalgary/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-severetstormcalgary/ The city is now under a Severe Thunderstorm Warning and lightning is delaying flights at the Calgary International Airport. Click HERE for updates. ]]> Stephanie Nicole 30 Jul 2010 16:29 MDT <![CDATA[Cooking on the Radio - with Peaches]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-cookingwithpeachesjul30/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-cookingwithpeachesjul30/ Home Economist Sylvia Kong was in the studio with me today to share some delicious recipes featuring California Cling Peaches! Today we sampled Peach Lime Cheesecake and Cinnamon Sweet California Cling Peach Shortcake. See the recipes below: Peach Lime Cheesecake 1 can slic...]]> Stephanie Nicole 30 Jul 2010 16:07 MDT <![CDATA[UPDATED**Tornado near Sundre]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-tornadoinsundre/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-tornadoinsundre/ Environment Canada issued a Tornado Warning at about 3:20pm for a destructive tornado on the ground 20 km west north west of Sundre, moving southeast at 25 km/h. Here is a photo from the James River area:   ]]> Stephanie Nicole 30 Jul 2010 15:31 MDT <![CDATA[Heritage Park - Great Alberta Road Race]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-heritagedayheritagepark/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-heritagedayheritagepark/ Monday is Heritage Day!  Pop by Heritage Park and enjoy some fun activities with the family.  They're one of the locations for the Great Alberta Road Race - your chance to win awesome prizes with a photo scavenger hunt all over Calgary! Heritage Day at Heritage Park Celebrate Can...]]> Stephanie Nicole 30 Jul 2010 15:13 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - The Greatest is Love]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodjul30/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodjul30/  1If I speak in the tongues of men and of angels, but have not love, I am only a resounding gong or a clanging cymbal. 2If I have the gift of prophecy and can fathom all mysteries and all knowledge, and if I have a faith that can move mountains, but have not love, I am nothing. 3If I give all I...]]> Stephanie Nicole 30 Jul 2010 14:32 MDT <![CDATA[Strathmore Heritage Days!]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-strathmoreheritagedays/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-strathmoreheritagedays/ Yeeeehaaawww!  I'm down at Strathmore Heritage Days this afternoon, taking in the sights and sounds of the rodeo. They've got everything from a farmer's market, to Canada's only Running with the Bulls event, to a talent show, a barbecue and MORE! Shine will be on location this after...]]> Stephanie Nicole 29 Jul 2010 15:00 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - What Kind of Soil Are You?]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodjul29/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodjul29/ 1After this, Jesus traveled about from one town and village to another, proclaiming the good news of the kingdom of God. The Twelve were with him, 2and also some women who had been cured of evil spirits and diseases: Mary (called Magdalene) from whom seven demons had come out; 3Joanna the w...]]> Stephanie Nicole 29 Jul 2010 14:00 MDT <![CDATA[Tantrum Stoppers that Work - Maybe.]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-tantrumstoppers/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-tantrumstoppers/ I saw this and thought - I wonder if it's true.  And if you have kids in the tantrum stage, you can tell me if it is or not: 5 Tantrum Stoppers that Work "My toddler won't let me buckle him into his car seat." Worth a battle? Absolutely. Buckling isn't just the law,...]]> Stephanie Nicole 28 Jul 2010 16:30 MDT <![CDATA[My Real Review of "Body Worlds and the Brain"]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-realreviewbodyworlds/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-realreviewbodyworlds/ I kinda got talked into going to the exhibit "Body Worlds and the Brain" at the Telus World of Science this past weekend.  I was curious, but I wasn't sure if I could actually stomach the exhibit, seeing as it features people who have donated their bodies for medical research. ...]]> Stephanie Nicole 28 Jul 2010 15:46 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Don't Be Anxious!]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodjul28/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodjul28/ 5Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near. 6Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. 7And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus....]]> Stephanie Nicole 28 Jul 2010 14:31 MDT <![CDATA[Severe Thunderstorm Watch in Effect]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-severetstormjuly28/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-severetstormjuly28/ We could be in for an interesting afternoon and evening - a severe thunderstorm watch is in effect for the following areas.  The storms could bring marble to quarter sized hail, gusty winds and heavy downpours. Affected areas include: Areas north toward Edmonton including Rocky Mo...]]> Stephanie Nicole 28 Jul 2010 14:18 MDT <![CDATA[Wild Weather in South Calgary!]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-wildwxcalgary/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-wildwxcalgary/ Yet another wild night for thunderstorms in South Calgary - this was shot in Chapparal SE on Monday evening (July 26), just minutes before The Weather Network announced a tornado had touched down just southeast of Calgary. Click HERE to watch. ]]> Stephanie Nicole 26 Jul 2010 22:39 MDT <![CDATA[Comic-Con in San Diego, CA]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-comiccon/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-comiccon/ Comic fan in the family?  Superhero movie buff?  They're probably following what's going on down at ComicCon in San Diego this weekend.  It's a huge convention for gamers, fans of movies, television and comics in the genres of science fiction, fantasy and (yuck) horror. ...]]> Stephanie Nicole 23 Jul 2010 16:49 MDT <![CDATA[Beware, Grandparents!]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-bewaregrandparents/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-bewaregrandparents/ A scam targeting senior citizens is causing a stir in Calgary.  People pretending to be grandchildren are calling up elderly folk and asking for large amounts of money, using detailed stories to convince the unwitting victims. Sad.  But it's happening in Calgary.  Call you...]]> Stephanie Nicole 23 Jul 2010 15:17 MDT <![CDATA[CTV's Barb Higgins Resigns - Will She Run for Mayor?]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-barbhigginsmayor/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-barbhigginsmayor/ Boy, that rumour mill is churning now!  CTV evening news anchor Barb Higgins resigned after 21 years yesterday, and there is major speculation that she will run for mayor this fall. If she DID run, would she win?  She has the most recognizable name and tons of contacts in Calgary.&n...]]> Stephanie Nicole 23 Jul 2010 14:42 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Sing to the Lord]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodjul23/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodjul23/  1 I will exalt you, O LORD,        for you lifted me out of the depths        and did not let my enemies gloat over me.  2 O LORD my God, I called to you for help        and you healed me. ...]]> Stephanie Nicole 23 Jul 2010 14:13 MDT <![CDATA[Pastor Rick Warren's Eyes Burned]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-rickwarreneyesburned/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-rickwarreneyesburned/ Pastor Rick Warren of Saddleback Church in California was pruning a firestick plant in his yard when he wiped his eyes - and got some toxic sap in them!  Here's the latest: "My eyes were severely burned by a toxic poison," Warren wrote in a Twitter message Thursday morning. &...]]> Stephanie Nicole 22 Jul 2010 15:52 MDT <![CDATA[Kitchen Spoons Not a Good Idea for Measuring Medicine]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-kitchenspoons/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-kitchenspoons/ I don't know about your family, but when I was a kid, we always used kitchen spoons to measure out medicine. I guess it's not a good idea (from webmd.com): Kitchen Spoons Dole Out Dangerous Overdoses Teaspoons, Tablespoons Used to Dispense Medicine Can Cause Dosing Errors ...]]> Stephanie Nicole 22 Jul 2010 15:17 MDT <![CDATA[Weather and Migraines]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-weatherandmigraines/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-weatherandmigraines/ You've probably heard of "chinook headaches" or weather-related migraines.  Here's an article from the New York Times on the link between weather and migraines: Many of the migraine sufferers who recently wrote in to the Consults blog noted that summertime heat or shifts in wea...]]> Stephanie Nicole 22 Jul 2010 14:13 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Finding Rest]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodjul22/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodjul22/ 1 My soul finds rest in God alone;        my salvation comes from him.  2 He alone is my rock and my salvation;        he is my fortress, I will never be shaken.  3 How long will you assault a man?   &nbs...]]> Stephanie Nicole 22 Jul 2010 14:03 MDT <![CDATA[Stephanie Nicole's Daily Vlog]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-dailyvlog/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-dailyvlog/ Oh technology!  I'm doing something new over on my personality page - it's called a "vlog" or "video blog". When I went into radio years ago I never imagined I'd have to be on camera (eek!).  But the times are a-changin', so here I go.  The Daily Vlog...]]> Stephanie Nicole 21 Jul 2010 17:43 MDT <![CDATA[The Clean 15 - Fruits and Veggies with the LEAST Toxins]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-clean15/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-clean15/ You've probably heard of "The Dirty Dozen" - the 12 fruits and veggies that have the most pesticides.  These are the ones that you may want to consider buying organic. They are: Celery Peaches Strawberries Apples Domestic blueberries Nectarines ...]]> Stephanie Nicole 21 Jul 2010 16:14 MDT <![CDATA[Pete Wilson and Plan B]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-petewilson/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-petewilson/ What happens when life takes a turn that you weren't expecting?  Where is God when things are falling apart? This afternoon, I chatted with Pete Wilson, pastor of Crosspointe Church in Nashville, Tennessee and author of "Plan B".  In the book Pete asks the question, "...]]> Stephanie Nicole 21 Jul 2010 15:00 MDT <![CDATA[New Caedmon's Call Album Advanced Preview]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-caedmonsfreemusic/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-caedmonsfreemusic/ Caedmon's Call has been around since the mid-90s, with strong, challenging, honest lyrics and a folk flavour. They have a new album coming out later this summer, with presale starting on August 2nd.  It's called "Raising Up the Dead".  You can get an advanced preview and ...]]> Stephanie Nicole 21 Jul 2010 14:46 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - God Who is Present]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodjul21/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodjul21/ 1 Now Joseph had been taken down to Egypt. Potiphar, an Egyptian who was one of Pharaoh's officials, the captain of the guard, bought him from the Ishmaelites who had taken him there.  2 The LORD was with Joseph and he prospered, and he lived in the house of his Egyptian master. 3 When his ...]]> Stephanie Nicole 21 Jul 2010 14:29 MDT <![CDATA[Monkey Smuggler: what were you thinking?]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-monkey/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-monkey/ A man was caught smuggling 18 little monkeys into Mexico - he hid them in a girdle around his waist, tied up in socks.  Two monkeys later died. Two questions: 1. what was this guy thinking? 2. how could you sit on a plane with 18 monkeys around your waist and NOT get no...]]> Stephanie Nicole 20 Jul 2010 15:49 MDT <![CDATA[What Makes a Real Man?]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-realman/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-realman/ Well, according to Canadian men who visit the website Askmen.com, being a good husband and father that takes care of his family makes a real man (49%), as does being a great leader and motivator (23%). Take that, Old Spice. The study was conducted by Askmen.com. The rest of the resu...]]> Stephanie Nicole 20 Jul 2010 14:55 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Calm the Angry Eyebrows]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodjul20/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodjul20/ 25Therefore each of you must put off falsehood and speak truthfully to his neighbor, for we are all members of one body. 26"In your anger do not sin": Do not let the sun go down while you are still angry, 27and do not give the devil a foothold. Ephesians 4:25-27 (NIV) ]]> Stephanie Nicole 20 Jul 2010 14:30 MDT <![CDATA[Old Spice Guy Does Voicemail Messages]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-osgvm/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-osgvm/ Old Spice is cool again - with their new commercials featuring the Old Spice Guy.  He's now taking the internet by storm, answering tweets from fans about random things.  In this video, he responds to someone who asks him to provide audio so people can build their own voicemail messages ...]]> Stephanie Nicole 19 Jul 2010 16:19 MDT <![CDATA[Netflix in Canada!]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-netflixincanada/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-netflixincanada/ If you like the idea of watching movies and TV shows without leaving the house to get them, you might like Netflix.  Basically, you set up an account and for a monthly fee, you can have them send you movies and TV shows to watch.  It hasn't been available in Canada, but that will change ...]]> Stephanie Nicole 19 Jul 2010 15:41 MDT <![CDATA[The Midway Incident]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-midwayincident/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-midwayincident/ Ah yes - the infamous Stampede Midway Incident.  The Scorpion broke down while running and sent cars crashing to the ground, injuring 10 people.  The company says the rides are inspected every day and should be safe.  I'm glad no one lost their lives!  Is this kind of thing eno...]]> Stephanie Nicole 19 Jul 2010 15:14 MDT <![CDATA[Watermelon Prevents Sunburn? Not Exactly...]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-watermelonsunburn/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-watermelonsunburn/ Sometimes you hear things that make you go "hmmm".  This is one of them.  There's a rumour going around that watermelon can prevent sunburn - you just have to eat enough of it. It's not exactly true... but it can help your skin.  From World's Healthiest Foods (w...]]> Stephanie Nicole 19 Jul 2010 14:32 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - It's Not Always Easy]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodjul19/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodjul19/  14Jesus returned to Galilee in the power of the Spirit, and news about him spread through the whole countryside. 15He taught in their synagogues, and everyone praised him.  16He went to Nazareth, where he had been brought up, and on the Sabbath day he went into the synagogue, as was h...]]> Stephanie Nicole 19 Jul 2010 14:04 MDT <![CDATA[Severe Thunderstorm Watch this evening]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-severetstormjul16/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-severetstormjul16/ Calgary's not quite out of the woods yet... the severe thunderstorm watch continues here, and south of the city.  The tornado warnings have mosty been downgraded to severe thunderstorm warnings in the eastern portion of the province (Brooks, Bassano, County of Newell near Patricia, Dinosaur P...]]> Stephanie Nicole 16 Jul 2010 16:58 MDT <![CDATA[Playpen Recalled]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-playpenrecall/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-playpenrecall/ This playpen has not caused any problems in Canada, but a youngster passed away in the U.S.: (From the Calgary Sun) Health Canada is recalling a children's playpen due to concerns it poses a strangulation hazard. Tots in Mind Inc.'s Cozy Indoor Outdoor Portable Playard Tents...]]> Stephanie Nicole 16 Jul 2010 15:45 MDT <![CDATA[Parenting a Teen or Pre-Teen? Check this out.]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-parentingateen/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-parentingateen/ This article caught my eye - it's called "The Top Ten Mistakes Christian Parents of Teens Make" by Jeff Strong. It's an interesting and challenging list - take a look and see what you think: 10. Not spending time with your teen. A lot of parents make the mistake of not ...]]> Stephanie Nicole 16 Jul 2010 14:54 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Humble Yourself Before God]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodjul16/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodjul16/ 7Submit yourselves, then, to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you. 8Come near to God and he will come near to you. Wash your hands, you sinners, and purify your hearts, you double-minded. 9Grieve, mourn and wail. Change your laughter to mourning and your joy to gloom. 10Humble yourselves...]]> Stephanie Nicole 16 Jul 2010 14:27 MDT <![CDATA[Have you played the Great Alberta Road Race Game?]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-roadracegame/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-roadracegame/ Take a break and play the Great Alberta Road Race Game! Play it HERE. Then participate in the real contest for a chance to win some awesome prizes!     ]]> Stephanie Nicole 15 Jul 2010 17:12 MDT <![CDATA[Giant Hogweed - Science Fiction? Nope]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-gianthogweed/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-gianthogweed/ This sounds like something out of a science fiction movie - but it's real.  Giant Hogweed has made its way into Canada, and it's spreading across the country.  It can grow up to 20 feet tall, and has a toxin that can burn your skin (if you touch it and then spend time in the sunlight) an...]]> Stephanie Nicole 15 Jul 2010 16:14 MDT <![CDATA[UPDATED - Salad Recall]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-updatedsaladrecall/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-updatedsaladrecall/ Gross!  E.coli?  No thanks.  More romaine lettuce-based salads have been added to the list of potentially contaminated salads.  This time, it's Safeway in-store made and Signature Cafe Salads. Thanks ctv.ca! The following romaine-based salads with best before dates o...]]> Stephanie Nicole 15 Jul 2010 15:26 MDT <![CDATA[Road Trip Fun for Kids]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-roadtripfunforkids/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-roadtripfunforkids/ Road trips can go one of two ways: "Wow this is so fun playing all these fun games while we drive!" OR "If you guys don't stop fighting we're turning around and going home!" Actually, they can be a bit of both!  Here are some ideas from Instructable...]]> Stephanie Nicole 15 Jul 2010 14:31 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Knowing Him Better]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodjul15/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodjul15/ 15For this reason, ever since I heard about your faith in the Lord Jesus and your love for all the saints, 16I have not stopped giving thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers. 17I keep asking that the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the glorious Father, may give you the Spirit[ of wisdom and r...]]> Stephanie Nicole 15 Jul 2010 14:02 MDT <![CDATA[UPDATE- Tix to Sesame Street Live Today!]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-sesamestlive/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-sesamestlive/ Sesame Street Live hits the Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium this weekend. This afternoon we gave away three pairs of tickets.  Congrats to Gina, Leanne and Marie! Ticket info here. Show info here. ]]> Stephanie Nicole 14 Jul 2010 15:55 MDT <![CDATA[Couple Married for 72 Years Shares Secrets]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-married72yrs/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-married72yrs/ Cutest thing EVER!  Harry and Barbara Cooper have been married for 72 years - he's 98 and she's 93 - and they're sharing their marriage secrets online - on their blog, The OGs (Original Grandparents) about the success of their marriage. They're on Twitter and Facebook too! Source:...]]> Stephanie Nicole 14 Jul 2010 15:19 MDT <![CDATA[Salad Recall due to E. coli]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-saladrecalljuly/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-saladrecalljuly/ Check your fridge for "Fresh Express" romaine lettuce based salads.  They've been recalled due to potential E. coli contamination:  Nearly 20 varieties of Romaine lettuce-based salad products from Fresh Express were recalled Wednesday over fears of E. coli cont...]]> Stephanie Nicole 14 Jul 2010 14:47 MDT <![CDATA[Fluor Rope Square - Olympic Plaza]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-ropesquare/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-ropesquare/ Shine FM was down at Fluor Rope Square this morning in Olympic Plaza for some hat-stompin', flapjack-flippin' fun!  It's part of the Downtown Attractions of Stampede - and it's all free!  Including a traditional chuckwagon breakfast, music and more.  The events are on each morning f...]]> Stephanie Nicole 14 Jul 2010 14:31 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Consider Creation]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodjul14/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodjul14/ 1 O LORD, our Lord,        how majestic is your name in all the earth!        You have set your glory        above the heavens.  2 From the lips of children and infants     ...]]> Stephanie Nicole 14 Jul 2010 14:15 MDT <![CDATA[A Small Act]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-onesmallact/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-onesmallact/ Think of one kindness you've done for someone in the past little while.  You may never see the effects of that in this lifetime.  But imagine if you did.  There's an independent film called "A Small Act" that tells the story of a Holocaust survivor who chose to sponsor a K...]]> Stephanie Nicole 13 Jul 2010 15:44 MDT <![CDATA[Dealing with Hail Insurance Claims?]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-hailclaims/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-hailclaims/ Good ol' hail alley... in fact, for 15 years insurance companies have been paying for a program that sends planes up into hail clouds to seed them so the hail will be shorter and less intense.  If you're dealing with a hail claim this week, you might want to check out the link below - it has ...]]> Stephanie Nicole 13 Jul 2010 15:13 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Be Faithful in Prayer]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodjul13/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodjul13/ 9Love must be sincere. Hate what is evil; cling to what is good. 10Be devoted to one another in brotherly love. Honor one another above yourselves. 11Never be lacking in zeal, but keep your spiritual fervor, serving the Lord. 12Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer. 13...]]> Stephanie Nicole 13 Jul 2010 14:22 MDT <![CDATA[Newsboys "Born Again" Releases Tuesday !]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-newsboysbornagain/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-newsboysbornagain/ It may be one of the most anticipated album releases of the year - the Newsboys "Born Again" hits stores tomorrow (finally)!  It's their first album with new lead singer Michael Tait (formerly of dcTalk). Check out this recent interview with Jeff Frankenstein of the Newsboys. ...]]> Stephanie Nicole 12 Jul 2010 16:07 MDT <![CDATA[Tornado Safety - A good reminder]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-tornadosafetyreminder/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-tornadosafetyreminder/ Warning signs of a potential tornado Warning signs include: Severe thunderstorms, with frequent thunder and lightning An extremely dark sky, sometimes highlighted by green or yellow clouds A rumbling sound or a whistling sound. A funnel cloud at the rear base of a thundercloud, oft...]]> Stephanie Nicole 12 Jul 2010 15:19 MDT <![CDATA[Hail at Our House - Yesterday ]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanie-hailatourhouse/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanie-hailatourhouse/ We were just hanging out with friends watching a movie when out of the blue, it started to hail! Check out the pics... You can see how big the ice chunks were next to a quarter. Too bad it didn't actually hail quarters!  Could have been enough money to cover any damage. &nb...]]> Stephanie Nicole 12 Jul 2010 14:33 MDT <![CDATA[UPDATED - Severe Thunderstorm Watch for Calgary has ended]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-updatedwarnings/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-updatedwarnings/ City of Calgary Severe thunderstorm watch for City of Calgary has ended. Click HERE for the latest updates. ]]> Stephanie Nicole 12 Jul 2010 14:28 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Keeping the Right Perspective]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodjul12/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodjul12/ Stephanie Nicole 12 Jul 2010 14:17 MDT <![CDATA[Stampede Parade Route]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-stampedeparaderoute/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-stampedeparaderoute/ Stephanie Nicole 08 Jul 2010 15:41 MDT <![CDATA[Churchgoers Carrying Guns?]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-gunsinchurch/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-gunsinchurch/ Stephanie Nicole 08 Jul 2010 15:34 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Be Honest with Yourself]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodjul8/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodjul8/ Stephanie Nicole 08 Jul 2010 15:32 MDT <![CDATA[Woman Tries to Open Door of Plane in Flight!]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-womanonplane/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-womanonplane/ Stephanie Nicole 08 Jul 2010 15:30 MDT <![CDATA[More Off-Leash Areas in Calgary]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-offleashareas/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-offleashareas/ Stephanie Nicole 08 Jul 2010 15:27 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - A Bit of Perspective]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodjul7/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodjul7/ Stephanie Nicole 08 Jul 2010 15:25 MDT <![CDATA[Expectant Mothers and H1N1 - the Follow-Up Study]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-expectantmomsh1n1study/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-expectantmomsh1n1study/ Stephanie Nicole 06 Jul 2010 15:15 MDT <![CDATA[Airbrushing Disclaimers in Australia]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-airbrushing/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-airbrushing/ Stephanie Nicole 06 Jul 2010 14:09 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Are You Available?]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodjul6/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodjul6/ Stephanie Nicole 06 Jul 2010 14:07 MDT <![CDATA[A New ATM: Finger Veins Instead of PINs]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-newatmbiometric/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-newatmbiometric/ Ever wondered if punching in your PIN at the ATM is actually all that safe?  There's a new kind of ATM, currently being used in Poland, that uses biometric technology to amp up security while you're withdrawing money. It’s a fingertip scanner that uses infrared light to pass thro...]]> Stephanie Nicole 05 Jul 2010 15:10 MDT <![CDATA[Norovirus at the Children's Hospital]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-norovirusatchildrens/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-norovirusatchildrens/ Stephanie Nicole 05 Jul 2010 14:37 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - The Word Became Flesh]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodjul5/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodjul5/ Stephanie Nicole 05 Jul 2010 14:13 MDT <![CDATA[How to Have a Great Garage Sale]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-greatgaragesale/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-greatgaragesale/ Stephanie Nicole 02 Jul 2010 14:40 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - What Are You Fixing Your Mind On?]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodjul2/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodjul2/ Stephanie Nicole 02 Jul 2010 14:10 MDT <![CDATA[Shine FM Out and About!]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-shineoutandabout/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-shineoutandabout/ Stephanie Nicole 02 Jul 2010 14:03 MDT <![CDATA[Happy 143rd, Canada!]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-happybdaycanada/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-happybdaycanada/ Get outside! There are tons of events happening in and around Calgary on Canada Day.  And Parks Canada has waived entry fees to National Parks and National Historic Sites for this year's celebration! Here's a list from the Herald: Celebrations at Fort Calgary -- the birthplace of t...]]> Stephanie Nicole 30 Jun 2010 14:48 MDT <![CDATA[Slow Commute?]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-slowcommute/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-slowcommute/ Stephanie Nicole 30 Jun 2010 14:43 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - More than Conquerors]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodjun30/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodjun30/ Stephanie Nicole 30 Jun 2010 14:27 MDT <![CDATA[Too Much Sugar in Baby and Toddler Foods]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-toomuchsugarbabyfoods/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-toomuchsugarbabyfoods/ Stephanie Nicole 29 Jun 2010 14:44 MDT <![CDATA[Year-Round School?]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-yearroundschool/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-yearroundschool/ As of today, everyone’s done school!  Take a break, enjoy some recharging time as a family!    Once the first week or two has passed, you might want to keep some learning going throughout the summer.   Carolyn Shields, a Professor of Education at The...]]> Stephanie Nicole 29 Jun 2010 14:38 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - His Voice Thunders]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodjun29/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodjun29/ Stephanie Nicole 29 Jun 2010 14:10 MDT <![CDATA[National Parks Waive Entry Fee for Canada Day]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-freeentryparkscanada/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-freeentryparkscanada/ Stephanie Nicole 28 Jun 2010 15:17 MDT <![CDATA[A Hamburger Birthday Cake! Hilarious!]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-hambirthdaycake/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-hambirthdaycake/ Kids have awesome imaginations, and always want a birthday cake to go along with that.  So if you need some help making that baseball glove or owl or robot or koala birthday cake - check out THIS birthday cake gallery. This hamburger birthday cake really got me laughing!  Here...]]> Stephanie Nicole 28 Jun 2010 14:27 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Unity is Important]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodjun28/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodjun28/ Stephanie Nicole 28 Jun 2010 14:22 MDT <![CDATA[It's the Weekend!]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-weekend/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-weekend/ Stephanie Nicole 25 Jun 2010 14:37 MDT <![CDATA[Steven Curtis Chapman Tours with His Whole Family]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-scctourswithfamily/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-scctourswithfamily/ This Fall, the Chapmans will be heading out on tour together as a family for "A Night with the Chapmans".  His wife Mary Beth will be along to share some of her own stories about finding hope in the midst of their family tragedy - losing daughter Maria Sue at home two years ago.&nbs...]]> Stephanie Nicole 25 Jun 2010 14:22 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Out of the Heart]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodjun25/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodjun25/ Stephanie Nicole 25 Jun 2010 14:14 MDT <![CDATA[More Delicious Peach Recipes]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-morepeachrecipes/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-morepeachrecipes/ Stephanie Nicole 24 Jun 2010 16:05 MDT <![CDATA[Crib Recall]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-cribrecall/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-cribrecall/ Stephanie Nicole 24 Jun 2010 14:41 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Be thankful!]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodjun24/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodjun24/ Stephanie Nicole 24 Jun 2010 14:34 MDT <![CDATA[Decent Movies for Elementary School Kids]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-decentmovies/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-decentmovies/ Stephanie Nicole 23 Jun 2010 17:10 MDT <![CDATA[Oldest Paintings of Apostles?]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-oldestpaintapostles/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-oldestpaintapostles/ If you're a history or archaeology buff, check this story out!  They may have found the oldest paintings of the apostles.  Check out the image below:  ROME - Archaeologists and art restorers using new laser technology have discovered what they believe are the oldest ...]]> Stephanie Nicole 23 Jun 2010 15:33 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Word of God Speak]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodjun23/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodjun23/ Stephanie Nicole 23 Jun 2010 14:31 MDT <![CDATA[Win Airdrie Pro-Rodeo Passes THIS Afternoon!]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-airdrieprorodeo/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-airdrieprorodeo/ Stephanie Nicole 23 Jun 2010 14:27 MDT <![CDATA[Pretty Good Stuff for Your Purse]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-goodstuffforpurse/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-goodstuffforpurse/ Stephanie Nicole 22 Jun 2010 15:46 MDT <![CDATA[The Chronicles of Narnia: The Voyage of the Dawn Treader]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-chronnarniatrailer/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-chronnarniatrailer/ Stephanie Nicole 22 Jun 2010 14:48 MDT <![CDATA[Please pray for this family]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-prayforthisfamily/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-prayforthisfamily/ Stephanie Nicole 22 Jun 2010 14:32 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Walking Through a Dark Time]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodjun22/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodjun22/ Stephanie Nicole 22 Jun 2010 14:22 MDT <![CDATA[Online Safety for Kids This Summer]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-summeronlinesafety/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-summeronlinesafety/ Stephanie Nicole 22 Jun 2010 14:09 MDT <![CDATA[Variations on Vanilla Ice Cream]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-variationsonvanilla/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-variationsonvanilla/ It's the plainest of the flavours - but it's soooo tasty!  And there's so much you can do with it!  Now that the first day of summer is finally here, a little vanilla ice cream may put you in that summer mood! Check out these tasty-looking recipes: Ice Cream with Cinnamo...]]> Stephanie Nicole 21 Jun 2010 14:18 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Find Comfort, Offer Comfort]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodjun21/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodjun21/ Stephanie Nicole 21 Jun 2010 14:10 MDT <![CDATA[Family Prevents Train Derailment]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-familypreventstrainderail/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-familypreventstrainderail/ Stephanie Nicole 21 Jun 2010 13:57 MDT <![CDATA[March for Jesus on Sunday]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-marchforjesus/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-marchforjesus/ Stephanie Nicole 18 Jun 2010 14:46 MDT <![CDATA[Shine FM on location THIS weekend!]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-shineonlocation/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-shineonlocation/ Stephanie Nicole 18 Jun 2010 14:31 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Speak Up]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodjun18/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodjun18/ Stephanie Nicole 18 Jun 2010 14:12 MDT <![CDATA[Insect Repellent and Kids]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-insectrepellentandkids/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-insectrepellentandkids/ It's going to get itchy out there - Calgary's mosquito population is ready to strike.  There are some things you can do to reduce your family's risk of being bitten (read full article HERE): dress your kids in thin, loose-fitting, long-sleeve clothing that doesn't include bright co...]]> Stephanie Nicole 16 Jun 2010 15:06 MDT <![CDATA[Anxiety? There's an app for that.]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-appforthat/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-appforthat/ Believe it or not, you will soon be able to find help for anxiety on your iPhone.  New mental health apps are being developed that will help you relax and improve well-being - like a therapist in your pocket. Read more HERE.  Whether you suffer from a serious mental illne...]]> Stephanie Nicole 16 Jun 2010 15:00 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Be Prepared]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodjun16/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodjun16/ Stephanie Nicole 16 Jun 2010 14:29 MDT <![CDATA[The Work-Life Balance - How do you do it?]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-worklifebalance/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-worklifebalance/ Stephanie Nicole 15 Jun 2010 14:05 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Dealing with Temptation]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodjun15/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodjun15/ Stephanie Nicole 15 Jun 2010 13:55 MDT <![CDATA[Way to Go, Soccer Families!]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soccerfamilies/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soccerfamilies/ Last night I had a chance to head out to watch nieces and a nephew play soccer with other kids under 5.  And I have to say - parents and kids who have had to do this every week since March, I applaud you for braving this chilly spring! You all deserve medals for standing out in the ...]]> Stephanie Nicole 15 Jun 2010 13:46 MDT <![CDATA[Do you take all your vacation days?]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-vacationdays/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-vacationdays/ According to a new study, nearly half of Canadians feel like they're "vacation deprived" - but it might be because they're not taking all their vacation days!  An average of 2.17 days go unused. 44% of Albertans don't take all their vacation days - are you one of those?  ...]]> Stephanie Nicole 14 Jun 2010 16:08 MDT <![CDATA[Cooler than the Wii? Maybe.]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-motionsensorgame/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-motionsensorgame/ Stephanie Nicole 14 Jun 2010 14:45 MDT <![CDATA[Father's Day at Shakers Fun Centre!]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-fathersdayshakers/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-fathersdayshakers/ Join 88.9 Shine FM THIS weekend for Father's Day at Shakers Fun Centre!  Go-karts, laser tag, indoor playground, games, climbing tower, mini-golf - and MORE! Tune in this week for a chance to win a family pack of 4 day passes, to join us this Saturday, June 19th OR this Sunday, June 20th...]]> Stephanie Nicole 14 Jun 2010 14:28 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Love 'Em Anyway]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodjun14/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodjun14/ Stephanie Nicole 14 Jun 2010 14:14 MDT <![CDATA[Plugged In Movie Review - Karate Kid]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-pluginmovkaratekid/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-pluginmovkaratekid/ Stephanie Nicole 11 Jun 2010 15:06 MDT <![CDATA[Short Term Missions Trends]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-shorttermmissionstrends/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-shorttermmissionstrends/ Stephanie Nicole 11 Jun 2010 14:46 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Sing for JOY!]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodjun11/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodjun11/ Stephanie Nicole 11 Jun 2010 14:27 MDT <![CDATA[Two New Recalls: Washing Machines and Window Blinds]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-recallswashersblinds/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-recallswashersblinds/ Check your home for two new recalls today: General Electric Washing Machines - 33,000 in Canada.  If you own an affected model, unplug it now and call for a free repair – it poses a serious fire hazard.  A wire that can break while the machine is running before it makes c...]]> Stephanie Nicole 10 Jun 2010 15:33 MDT <![CDATA[California Cling Peach Recipes]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-peachrecipes/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-peachrecipes/ Home Economist Sylvia Kong in the studio with me today - getting more fruit into your diet with high quality canned peaches!  We're cooking up some fresh and delicious peach recipes from Calclingpeach.com: California Peach and Apricot Smoothie - great for breakfast!  So easy to mak...]]> Stephanie Nicole 10 Jun 2010 15:05 MDT <![CDATA[Telus Customers: Watch out for a new phone scam]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-telusphonescam/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-telusphonescam/ If you're a Telus customer, and you get a phone call from a number that starts with "905-395-....", it's a scam.  Hang up the phone and call the Telus fraud line at 1-877-567-2062 to let them know.  Here's the scoop:  A new phone scam may be putting Telus cus...]]> Stephanie Nicole 10 Jun 2010 14:30 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Fix Your Eyes]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodjun10/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodjun10/ Stephanie Nicole 10 Jun 2010 14:27 MDT <![CDATA[Short? Check your diet and exercise.]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-shortheartproblems/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-shortheartproblems/ Stephanie Nicole 09 Jun 2010 15:18 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Not Ashamed]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodjun9/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodjun9/ Stephanie Nicole 09 Jun 2010 14:29 MDT <![CDATA[Why You Should Secure Your Home Wireless Network]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-securehomewifi/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-securehomewifi/ Just read this story from NBC.com about Google's "Street View" cars collecting information broadcast over unsecured home and business wireless computer networks in the state of Conneticut (they kept the info!).  If Google's "Street View" can access the info,&nb...]]> Stephanie Nicole 09 Jun 2010 14:19 MDT <![CDATA[The Music Makes a Difference - Tracee's Story]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-traceesstory/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-traceesstory/ Stephanie Nicole 08 Jun 2010 15:33 MDT <![CDATA[Sponsored Children and Facebook]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-sponsoredchildrenfacebook/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-sponsoredchildrenfacebook/ Stephanie Nicole 08 Jun 2010 15:01 MDT <![CDATA[Ice Cream's Birthday - sort of.]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-icecreambirthday/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-icecreambirthday/ Happy Birthday, Ice Cream!  On this day in 1786 in New York City, commercial ice cream was first manufactured. In honor of Ice Cream's Birthday, we're celebrating by sharing our favourite places, kinds and flavours! So far, here's the "scoop": Amanda Achtman says...]]> Stephanie Nicole 08 Jun 2010 14:50 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Feeling Weary?]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodjun8/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodjun8/ Stephanie Nicole 08 Jun 2010 14:04 MDT <![CDATA[Internet More Popular than TV]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-internetmorepopularthantv/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-internetmorepopularthantv/ Stephanie Nicole 07 Jun 2010 15:16 MDT <![CDATA[At Least You Won't Have to Water Your Lawn]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-mondayweather/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-mondayweather/ Stephanie Nicole 07 Jun 2010 14:45 MDT <![CDATA[iPhone 4 Unveiled Today]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-iphone4g/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-iphone4g/ Here are the main differences:  -it's thinner -has a stainless steel band around the edge that acts as part of the antenna -front facing camera -camera on the back now has an LED flash -screen has four times the pixels meaning the text is sharp - kinda like HD. ...]]> Stephanie Nicole 07 Jun 2010 14:18 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Fruit of the Spirit]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodjun7/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodjun7/ Stephanie Nicole 07 Jun 2010 14:03 MDT <![CDATA[Duke Your Dog]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-marmaduke/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-marmaduke/ "Marmaduke" opens in theaters today - the new dog and family comedy based on the old comic strip featuring a Great Dane that talks!  Through the magic of technology, you can "Duke Your Dog" too - upload a photo, add a caption and make it look like your dog is talking! ...]]> Stephanie Nicole 04 Jun 2010 16:24 MDT <![CDATA[Does your morning coffee actually give you a boost?]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-morningcoffeejolt/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-morningcoffeejolt/ Do you drink coffee in the mornings for a bit of a jolt?  Apparently, that jolt may not actually exist - it could be all in our heads!    Doesn't bother me one bit - I still need something to perk me up in the morning! "Convinced that your morning coff...]]> Stephanie Nicole 04 Jun 2010 14:19 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - What Does God Require]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodjun4/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodjun4/ Stephanie Nicole 04 Jun 2010 14:10 MDT <![CDATA[McDonald's Voluntarily Recalls Shrek Glasses]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-shrekglassesrecall/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-shrekglassesrecall/ McDonald's Canada voluntarily recalled their Shrek-themed drinking glasses after McDonald's U.S. issued a product recall today.  The glasses are safe but just to be sure, they advise consumers to stop using them after cadmium was found in the paint on the outside of the glasses...]]> Stephanie Nicole 04 Jun 2010 14:01 MDT <![CDATA[Being Friends with Your Spouse - Some Help]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-friendswspouse/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-friendswspouse/ Stephanie Nicole 03 Jun 2010 15:08 MDT <![CDATA[Being Friends with Your Spouse]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-befriendswithyourspouse/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-befriendswithyourspouse/ Stephanie Nicole 03 Jun 2010 14:57 MDT <![CDATA[Being Friends with Your Spouse]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-befriendswithyourspouse/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-befriendswithyourspouse/ Stephanie Nicole 03 Jun 2010 14:57 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - A New Song]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodjun3/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodjun3/ Stephanie Nicole 03 Jun 2010 14:26 MDT <![CDATA[Urban Chickens Are Out]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-urbanchickensout/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-urbanchickensout/ If you live in Calgary – and you have chickens in your backyard, prepare for a visit from the bylaw officer.      Read more HERE.      Here's the story in a nutshell (or should that be "eggshell"?):   A c...]]> Stephanie Nicole 03 Jun 2010 14:17 MDT <![CDATA[Proposed Copyright Law Announced Today]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-copyrightact/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-copyrightact/ Have you ever copied a CD that you bought onto your computer so you could listen to it on your MP3 player?  Apparently, under current copyright laws, that's illegal.  It's also illegal to record a television show.  Um, what?  Don't they sell PVRs exactly for that purpose? ...]]> Stephanie Nicole 02 Jun 2010 15:28 MDT <![CDATA[BBC's LIFE now on DVD and Blu-ray]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-bbclife/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-bbclife/ Just watched the first episode of BBC's latest nature offering, "Life".  It was amazing to see how different animals and plants have overcome life's challenges with unique methods!   The series is now available on DVD and Blu-ray.  It's kind of like Planet Earth ...]]> Stephanie Nicole 02 Jun 2010 14:53 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - The Great Commission]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodjun2/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodjun2/ Stephanie Nicole 02 Jun 2010 14:14 MDT <![CDATA[A Milkshake that equals 68 Slices of Bacon!]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-milkshake/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-milkshake/ Did you see this?  There are only six Cold Stone Creamery/Tim Hortons locations here in Canada - and two in Alberta (Airdrie and South Calgary) - if you're tempted to try their large PB&C milkshake, you might want to re-think it!  Check this out: A milkshake containing 2,01...]]> Stephanie Nicole 02 Jun 2010 14:05 MDT <![CDATA[Join Us at Camp Day!]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-campday/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-campday/ Join us at Tim Horton's Camp Day tomorrow from 10am 'til 11:30am!  Coffee proceeds go to sending kids to Tim Horton's Camps.  We'll be at the Tim Horton's on Macleod Trail and Glenmore - 6825 MacLeod Trail behind Esso.  See you there! ]]> Stephanie Nicole 01 Jun 2010 15:14 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Be Compassionate]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodjun1/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodjun1/ Stephanie Nicole 01 Jun 2010 14:25 MDT <![CDATA[No-Sweat Ways to Burn a Few Calories]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-nosweatburncalories/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-nosweatburncalories/ Stephanie Nicole 01 Jun 2010 14:15 MDT <![CDATA[The Sunscreen Debate]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-sunscreendebate/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-sunscreendebate/ Are sunscreens safe to put on your kids?  That's the big question right now.  Here's something that might help you make your decision (read the full article HERE): The Environmental Working Group — a U.S. non-profit environmental research and advocacy organization — i...]]> Stephanie Nicole 31 May 2010 15:03 MDT <![CDATA[Song Stuck in Your Head?]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-songstuckinhead/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-songstuckinhead/ Stephanie Nicole 31 May 2010 14:44 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Your Debt is Forgiven]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodmay31/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodmay31/ Stephanie Nicole 31 May 2010 14:08 MDT <![CDATA[World Bank Cancels Haiti's Debt]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-worldbankcancelshaitidebt/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-worldbankcancelshaitidebt/ After the earthquake in January, the World Bank suspended Haiti's debt re-payment and said they'd work to cancel it altogether.  Today, they announced that they have been able to cancel the 36 million dollars Haiti owed to the International Development Association, the bank's fund for the poo...]]> Stephanie Nicole 28 May 2010 14:26 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - A God Who Doesn't Forsake You]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodmay28/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodmay28/ Stephanie Nicole 28 May 2010 14:19 MDT <![CDATA[Stampede Making More Room for Families This Year]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-stampedeyoungfamilies/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-stampedeyoungfamilies/ According to Calgary Stampede, they're making more room for families at child-friendly events this year!  Up to 40 percent more room!  Admission prices are the same this year:  $14 for adults and $7 for children and seniors.  There are some new attractions: *A new i...]]> Stephanie Nicole 27 May 2010 16:14 MDT <![CDATA[First Canadian Lego Store in Chinook Centre]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-legostore/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-legostore/ Lego fans, unite!  This summer, Lego is opening their first retail space in Canada - right here in Calgary: The store will be on the upper level just off the food court of the existing Chinook Centre in a 2,100-square-foot retail space. The mall is also undergoing a multimillion-dollar...]]> Stephanie Nicole 27 May 2010 15:51 MDT <![CDATA[Winners of Biggest Loser and American Idol]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-winnersblandai/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-winnersblandai/ Stephanie Nicole 27 May 2010 15:01 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Praying for Fellow Believers]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodmay27/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodmay27/ Stephanie Nicole 27 May 2010 14:25 MDT <![CDATA[Cover Your Plants - Snow's a-comin'!]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-coverplants/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-coverplants/ If you planted annuals on Monday and Tuesday, or you already have some veggies peeking out of the garden, cover them up.  This rain is already turning to snow on the southwest edge of the city!  2 to 4 cm is expected. I've heard that perennials should be just fine withou...]]> Stephanie Nicole 27 May 2010 14:00 MDT <![CDATA[Calgary International Children's Festival]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-calgaryintchildrensfest/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-calgaryintchildrensfest/ Stephanie Nicole 26 May 2010 15:40 MDT <![CDATA[A Chat with Brad from High Valley]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-interviewhighvalley/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-interviewhighvalley/ High Valley is playing at a fundraising concert for God's Littlest Angels, an orphanage in Haiti, THIS Friday evening at Bow Valley Baptist Church in Cochrane.  I chatted with Brad about what the band has been up to recently, what their summer plans are, and their connection with Bow Valley B...]]> Stephanie Nicole 26 May 2010 15:07 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Before We Even Knew It]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodmay26/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodmay26/ Stephanie Nicole 26 May 2010 14:29 MDT <![CDATA[Salad Recall]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-saladrecall/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-saladrecall/ Check your fridge for Fresh Express romaine lettuce based salads - the Canadian Food Inspection Agency has issued a recall because these salads may have been contaminated with salmonella.  No illnesses have been reported.  20 varieties are affected - with use by dates between May 13 - Ma...]]> Stephanie Nicole 26 May 2010 14:22 MDT <![CDATA[Keith Green Movie!!]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-keithgreenmovie/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-keithgreenmovie/ Keith Green fans - check this out! "Melody Green is working with producer Mike Leahy to make a movie version of her book "No Compromise: The Life Story of Keith Green." Leahy has been involved with a number of Hollywood projects over the past 20 years, including "Th...]]> Stephanie Nicole 25 May 2010 15:48 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Forget Fear]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodmay25/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodmay25/ Stephanie Nicole 25 May 2010 14:32 MDT <![CDATA[Concert Tickets Still Half Price!]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-concerttix/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-concerttix/ Stephanie Nicole 25 May 2010 14:26 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Pentecost]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodmay23/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodmay23/ Stephanie Nicole 23 May 2010 14:00 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Before Pentecost Part 2]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodmay22/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodmay22/ Stephanie Nicole 22 May 2010 14:00 MDT <![CDATA[Happy 30th, Pac Man!]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-pacmangoogle/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-pacmangoogle/ Google's logo is a playable Pac Man game today in honor of the 30th anniversary of the arcade game that ate up all your quarters back in the days of your childhood! Play it HERE (today only). ]]> Stephanie Nicole 21 May 2010 15:16 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Before Pentecost]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodmay21/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodmay21/ Stephanie Nicole 21 May 2010 13:53 MDT <![CDATA[HALF-PRICE Big Daddy Weave Tickets!]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-halfpricebdwtix/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-halfpricebdwtix/ Stephanie Nicole 21 May 2010 13:46 MDT <![CDATA[C-Train Disruption over May Long Weekend]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-ctraindisruption/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-ctraindisruption/ Stephanie Nicole 20 May 2010 14:56 MDT <![CDATA[School Zones Might Be Starting Earlier]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-schoolzonesearlier/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-schoolzonesearlier/ Looks like school zones may be starting at 7:30am instead of 8am later this year.    A Calgary city council committee is recommending school zone speed limits of 30 km/h come into effect at 7:30 a.m. instead of the current start time of 8 a.m. because kids start school ea...]]> Stephanie Nicole 20 May 2010 14:47 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Live Wise]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodmay20/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodmay20/ Stephanie Nicole 20 May 2010 14:35 MDT <![CDATA[Cell Phone Towers: Eyesores?]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-cellphonetower/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-cellphonetower/ You may have read the story about how members of a community in Southwest Calgary are not thrilled over the idea of disguising a cell phone tower as a church steeple - not because of what the steeple represents, but because the tower is too tall and it looks weird.  (Read the story HERE) ...]]> Stephanie Nicole 19 May 2010 15:05 MDT <![CDATA[Processed Meat a Real Health Risk]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-processedmeatshealthrisk/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-processedmeatshealthrisk/ According to the news story below, it's not unprocessed red meats that pose the greatest health risk - it's actually processed meats like bacon, sausage, hot dogs and other lunch meats that raise the risk of heart disease and diabetes.  I could cut out processed meats, no problem, but bacon...]]> Stephanie Nicole 19 May 2010 14:13 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Stay Connected]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodmay19/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodmay19/ Stephanie Nicole 19 May 2010 14:04 MDT <![CDATA[How NOT to greet your child - from iMom.com]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-imomcom/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-imomcom/ From a great new website for moms of all ages - from moms to be to moms of moms.  They'll send you daily e-mails with practical tips and good information for whatever stage you're in. It's called iMom.com. Ever done one of these kind of greetings? Greetings: The Top 10 Ways ...]]> Stephanie Nicole 18 May 2010 16:11 MDT <![CDATA[Tournament of Talents Trivia Answer]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-totanswer/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-totanswer/ Stephanie Nicole 18 May 2010 15:27 MDT <![CDATA[Kids Doing Chores - It's good for them]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-kidsdoingchores/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-kidsdoingchores/ Stephanie Nicole 18 May 2010 14:33 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Even in a Time of Need]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodmay18/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodmay18/ Stephanie Nicole 18 May 2010 14:26 MDT <![CDATA[Cell Phones and Cancer]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-cellphonesandcancer/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-cellphonesandcancer/ We've heard that if you use your cell phone alot you have a higher risk of brain cancer.  The latest research is inconclusive: "The largest ever study on cellphone use and brain cancers has found “suggestions” of an increased risk among the highest users, but the questi...]]> Stephanie Nicole 17 May 2010 16:25 MDT <![CDATA[How Africa Will Change the World]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-howafricachangeworld/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-howafricachangeworld/ Amazing article - if you've been to Africa, or know someone who has, you've GOT to read this! HOW AFRICA WILL CHANGE THE WORLD published in the Globe and Mail last week. ]]> Stephanie Nicole 17 May 2010 15:41 MDT <![CDATA[Ways You as a Mom are Making the World a Better Place]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-momsmakingworldbetter/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-momsmakingworldbetter/ Stephanie Nicole 17 May 2010 15:35 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - We Do Not Lose Heart]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodmay17/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodmay17/ Stephanie Nicole 17 May 2010 14:03 MDT <![CDATA[Daily Minimum for Physical Activity Lower Than You Think]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-physicalactivitylevel/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-physicalactivitylevel/ Finding it difficult to get the kids to play hard for 90 minutes a day?  How about your level of physical activity?  There's hope:  "New Canadian research recommends lowering the minimal daily dose of physical activity for Canadian adults and children....]]> Stephanie Nicole 14 May 2010 15:02 MDT <![CDATA[Jumping the Facebook Ship?]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-jumpfbship/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-jumpfbship/ A growing number of people are jumping the Facebook ship due to privacy concerns.  In fact: "Google Canada reports that the top online search related to "Facebook account" is "delete Facebook," while the fastest-rising related query is "deactivate Facebook ...]]> Stephanie Nicole 14 May 2010 14:46 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Give it Over]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodmay14/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodmay14/ Stephanie Nicole 14 May 2010 14:15 MDT <![CDATA[Jars of Clay - Flood(ed)]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-jarsclay/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-jarsclay/ A message from Jars of Clay: Dear Friends, On May 1st and 2nd of 2010, our hometown of Nashville and its surrounding areas suffered a devastating flood. The impact of this extremely rare event was felt by us and countless others in our community, resulting in loss of life and over $1.5...]]> Stephanie Nicole 13 May 2010 15:27 MDT <![CDATA[How to handle it when your kids say "I hate soccer"]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-kidsandsoccer/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-kidsandsoccer/ Stephanie Nicole 13 May 2010 15:22 MDT <![CDATA[Should You Open Birthday Gifts in Public?]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-openbirthdaygifts/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-openbirthdaygifts/ Celebrations are a lot of fun!  Birthdays, wedding showers, baby showers – there’s always a chunk of time spent opening presents, right?  Depends on who you talk to.  I was reading a magazine last night, and came across the modern etiquette column.  A reader asked i...]]> Stephanie Nicole 13 May 2010 14:44 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Things that Make You Go "Wow!"]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodmay13/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodmay13/ Stephanie Nicole 13 May 2010 14:25 MDT <![CDATA[Moose Loose in Downtown Calgary]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-mooselooseincalgary/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-mooselooseincalgary/ Stephanie Nicole 13 May 2010 14:04 MDT <![CDATA[Mercy Me's "Lovewell" Spreads Like Wildfire!]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-mercymelovewell/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-mercymelovewell/ In its first week on the market, Mercy Me's latest album "The Generous Mr. Lovewell" is inspiring a wave of kind deeds and intentional living. This is a message from the band, on Mercy Me's website: Hey everybody! We sold over 87,000 albums the first week, and debuted...]]> Stephanie Nicole 12 May 2010 15:37 MDT <![CDATA[Toddler Buggy Recall]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-toddlerbuggyrecall/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-toddlerbuggyrecall/ If you have one of these toy buggies, it's been recalled.  Stop using it until you can get your hands on a free repair kit from the manufacturer. Here's the full story: About 2 1/2 million ride-on toy buggies for children are being recalled in Canada and the United States because ...]]> Stephanie Nicole 12 May 2010 15:12 MDT <![CDATA[Want to Communicate with Your Teen or Young Adult? Learn How to Text!]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-textyourteen/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-textyourteen/ Stephanie Nicole 12 May 2010 14:39 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Growing Spiritually]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodmay12/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodmay12/ Stephanie Nicole 12 May 2010 13:55 MDT <![CDATA[Working Alot Can Contribute to Heart Problems]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-workingalotheartproblems/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-workingalotheartproblems/ There are a lot of hard working people out there – chances are you, or someone you know, works on average 10 to 11 hours a day.  Turns out – they’re more likely to suffer serious heart problems!  Researchers have found that compared with a person who works about 7...]]> Stephanie Nicole 11 May 2010 15:21 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - The Joy of the Lord is Your Strength]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodmay11/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodmay11/ Stephanie Nicole 11 May 2010 14:25 MDT <![CDATA[What Makes You Happy?]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-whatmakesyouhappy/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-whatmakesyouhappy/ When’s the last time you were really happy?  And what was it that made you feel that way?  Turns out, seeing our families and loved ones face to face – and NOT online social interaction.  The Happiness Barometer, conducted in 16 countries across the globe, was based on t...]]> Stephanie Nicole 11 May 2010 14:21 MDT <![CDATA[Father Holds on to Infant Son in Car Crash]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-fathersoncrash/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-fathersoncrash/ Stephanie Nicole 11 May 2010 14:05 MDT <![CDATA[School Lunch Ideas from World's Healthiest Foods]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-healthyschoollunchideas/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-healthyschoollunchideas/ Melon/Blueberry/Coconut Salad: This sweet, colorful salad is quick to prepare and easy to take along in a lunchbox. Cut honeydew melon and/or cantaloupe into small chunks. Or use a melon baller - a task your kids will love to help you with. Add frozen or fresh blueberries and some shredded cocon...]]> Stephanie Nicole 10 May 2010 15:19 MDT <![CDATA[Public Transit Safety]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-publictransitsafety/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-publictransitsafety/ Stephanie Nicole 10 May 2010 15:15 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - The Lord is Our Salvation]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodmay10/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodmay10/ Stephanie Nicole 10 May 2010 14:25 MDT <![CDATA[Mother of 9 Shares Parenting Advice]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-momof9sharesadvice/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-momof9sharesadvice/ Stephanie Nicole 10 May 2010 14:06 MDT <![CDATA[Travelling This Summer? Heads Up - Lock Your Luggage]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-summertravellockluggage/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-summertravellockluggage/ Going on a summer missions trip?  Keep your luggage safe.  A Calgary woman is behind bars in Barbados after airport security found 3 kilograms of cocaine sewn into the lining of her luggage.  She had gone to Barbados about a month ago with a male father figure friend, who made...]]> Stephanie Nicole 07 May 2010 15:29 MDT <![CDATA[Sailing in Calgary?! Apparently.]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-sailingincalgary/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-sailingincalgary/ Maybe you miss the coast.  Maybe you just want to try something new.  Calgary has Canada's largest land-locked sailing school - where else?  On the Glenmore Reservoir.  Ahoy, mateys! Check it out HERE. Glenmore Sailing School ...]]> Stephanie Nicole 07 May 2010 14:42 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Amazing Forgiveness]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodmay7/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodmay7/ Stephanie Nicole 07 May 2010 14:33 MDT <![CDATA[Confirmed Case of Measles in Calgary]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-confirmedcaseofmeasles/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-confirmedcaseofmeasles/ If you or your family have not had measles or been vaccinated against measles, and you were at the Huntington Superstore in NW Calgary on Monday, May 3rd between 12:45pm and 3pm, or at CrossIron Mills in Balzac on Monday, May 3rd between 1:45pm and 7pm - you may have been exposed to measles...]]> Stephanie Nicole 07 May 2010 14:09 MDT <![CDATA[Franklin Graham Disinvited to Pentagon Prayer Meeting - Prays on Sidewalk]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-franklingrahampraysatpentagon/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-franklingrahampraysatpentagon/ Evangelist Franklin Graham was invited to pray at the multi-denominational "National Day of Prayer" at the Pentagon, but then disinvited because his comments insulted Muslims.  He showed up anyway to pray on the sidewalk out in front.  Graham does not believe all religions...]]> Stephanie Nicole 06 May 2010 17:33 MDT <![CDATA[Baby Diner Ends Flying Plates and Bowls]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-babydiner/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-babydiner/ Stephanie Nicole 06 May 2010 15:47 MDT <![CDATA[Fat Finger Trade Causes Havoc]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-fatfingertrade/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-fatfingertrade/ Stephanie Nicole 06 May 2010 15:43 MDT <![CDATA[Women from Bountiful, BC share stories in Calgary]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-womenfrombountiful/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-womenfrombountiful/ Stephanie Nicole 06 May 2010 14:41 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - When You Pray]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodmay6/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodmay6/ 5"And when you pray, do not be like the hypocrites, for they love to pray standing in the synagogues and on the street corners to be seen by men. I tell you the truth, they have received their reward in full. 6But when you pray, go into your room, close the door and pray to your Father, who is ...]]> Stephanie Nicole 06 May 2010 14:32 MDT <![CDATA[Don't Fall for this Scam on Facebook]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-newfacebookscam/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-newfacebookscam/ Stephanie Nicole 05 May 2010 17:29 MDT <![CDATA[Food that lasts 20 years?!]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-bridensolutions/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-bridensolutions/ Kristen from Briden Solutions was in the studio today to talk about Emergency Preparedness Week and how to start your 72 hour survival kit.  She brought some amazing Thrive Freeze Dried fruit for me to try - and it was really good!  It's flavourful and doesn't taste fake and weird.&...]]> Stephanie Nicole 05 May 2010 16:48 MDT <![CDATA[A Regional Transit Plan for the Calgary Area]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-regionaltransit/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-regionaltransit/ Commuters from Airdrie are getting the first taste of public transit between Calgary and Airdrie starting in Fall, and plans are in the works for Cochrane, Okotoks, High River, Chestermere and Strathmore. Read the full story here. Here's how the plan would roll out over the next few ye...]]> Stephanie Nicole 05 May 2010 15:47 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Who Do You Depend On?]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodmay5/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodmay5/ Stephanie Nicole 05 May 2010 14:31 MDT <![CDATA[Mercy Me's New Album Out Today]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-mercymenewalbum/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-mercymenewalbum/ It's called "The Generous Mr. Lovewell" - and it's the latest offering from Mercy Me.  Check out the review HERE. And here's a video of lead singer Bart Millard explaining the title of their latest project: ]]> Stephanie Nicole 04 May 2010 16:11 MDT <![CDATA[When Mother's Day Is a Difficult Day]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-mothersdaydifficult/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-mothersdaydifficult/ Mother’s Day is coming up on Sunday, but it’s a bittersweet time for some.  How do you handle Mother’s Day when it’s not a happy time for you, or someone you know?     Acknowledgement is what grieving mother's want most for Mother's Day, sugge...]]> Stephanie Nicole 04 May 2010 14:51 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Amazing Power of God]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodmay4/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodmay4/ Stephanie Nicole 04 May 2010 14:25 MDT <![CDATA[Beth Moore Reflects on the April 24th Simulcast]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-bethmoorereflects/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-bethmoorereflects/ Stephanie Nicole 03 May 2010 16:48 MDT <![CDATA[Wind Warning Updated to Winter Storm Warning ]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-windwarningupdated/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-windwarningupdated/ Stephanie Nicole 03 May 2010 15:39 MDT <![CDATA[Nashville Flood - Pray for the Victims]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-nashvilleflood/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-nashvilleflood/ Stephanie Nicole 03 May 2010 15:13 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Chew on This]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodmay3/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodmay3/ Stephanie Nicole 03 May 2010 14:13 MDT <![CDATA[**UPDATE** SHINE's MOST BEAUTIFUL PEOPLE!]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-shinesmostbeautifulpeople/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-shinesmostbeautifulpeople/ Stephanie Nicole 30 Apr 2010 17:28 MDT <![CDATA[Angry? Grieving? Feeling Guilty? Living with Chronic Pain?]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-manageemotions/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-manageemotions/ Sometimes life is just rough.  There's no two ways about it.  And finding time to build the skill set to handle our emotions properly can be a bit of a struggle.  We need to learn the tools when we're not in the crisis so when the crisis comes we can put them to work and better mana...]]> Stephanie Nicole 30 Apr 2010 14:33 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Live Well]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodapr30/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodapr30/ Stephanie Nicole 30 Apr 2010 14:17 MDT <![CDATA[Seeing a Sick Person Can Boost Your Immune System]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-seesickperson/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-seesickperson/ Not exactly sure how, but apparently just seeing sick people (from afar, if you're smart) can boost your immune system. Check this out: "Just seeing a sick person is enough to make your immune system work harder, a new study suggests. Previous research has found people hav...]]> Stephanie Nicole 29 Apr 2010 16:09 MDT <![CDATA[UPDATE - WIND WARNING]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-updatewindwarning/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-updatewindwarning/ Stephanie Nicole 29 Apr 2010 15:44 MDT <![CDATA[Cancelling School as a Cost Saver!]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-schoolcostsaver/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-schoolcostsaver/ The schoolyear will end a couple of days earlier for Okotoks and High River Catholic school students - as a cost saving measure. Now, instead of it ending on a Tuesday, it ends on a Friday. Read the full article here. Good idea?  Post a comment. ]]> Stephanie Nicole 29 Apr 2010 15:07 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Can't Take it With You]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodapr29/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodapr29/ Stephanie Nicole 29 Apr 2010 14:32 MDT <![CDATA[The Jonas Bros MOM Shares Her Experience Being a Jonas Mom]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-denisejonas/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-denisejonas/ Ever wondered how a mom of famous teens handles being the mom of famous teens?  The Jonas brothers’ mom, Denise Jonas, has some tips!    She was interviewed for Guideposts magazine.  Read the full article HERE. Here are some of her tips: ...]]> Stephanie Nicole 28 Apr 2010 15:29 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Faith in a Mighty God]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodapr28/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodapr28/ Stephanie Nicole 28 Apr 2010 14:32 MDT <![CDATA[Free Colouring Pages - Just in time for the icky weather!]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-sesamecoloursheets/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-sesamecoloursheets/ Need something for the kids to do this afternoon?  GREAT rainy day activity – colouring. Here are some FREE Sesame Street colouring pages from Parenting.com. Ernie Elmo Abby ]]> Stephanie Nicole 28 Apr 2010 14:15 MDT <![CDATA[2010 Active Healthy Kids Canada Report Card]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-healthykidsreportcard/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-healthykidsreportcard/ Stephanie Nicole 27 Apr 2010 16:43 MDT <![CDATA[Go Green with Your Coffee]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-gogreenwcoffee/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-gogreenwcoffee/ Did you know that even your afternoon coffee break can be environmentally friendly?  Use a French Press instead of your regular coffee maker. Read more here. Why a French Press is Green: *A French Press is less expensive than a coffee maker *You don't plug it in...]]> Stephanie Nicole 27 Apr 2010 14:45 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Who's Worried? Don't Be.]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodapr27/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodapr27/ Stephanie Nicole 27 Apr 2010 14:28 MDT <![CDATA[Characteristics of a Healthy Church]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-characteristicsofhealthychurch/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-characteristicsofhealthychurch/ Stephanie Nicole 26 Apr 2010 16:35 MDT <![CDATA[Handling Rude E-mails]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-handlingrudeemails/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-handlingrudeemails/ Stephanie Nicole 26 Apr 2010 15:17 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Let's LIVE Like it!]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodapr26/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodapr26/ Stephanie Nicole 26 Apr 2010 14:31 MDT <![CDATA[Today is Talk Like Shakespeare Day]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-talklikeshakespeareday/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-talklikeshakespeareday/ Today is William Shakespeare's 446 birthday!  In honor of the day, Chicago has declared it "Talk Like Shakespeare Day."  The website Talk like Shakespeare.org has some suggestions that can help you spend the day sounding like the bard.   From the site: &nbs...]]> Stephanie Nicole 23 Apr 2010 16:19 MDT <![CDATA[Hubble's Latest Pics - AMAZING!]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-latestpicshubble/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-latestpicshubble/ Check out the latest pics from the Hubble Telescope - it's 20 years old already! WOW! Full slideshow here. Hubble's Wide Field Camera 3 took this picture of a "pillar of creation" in the Carina Nebula, about 7,500 light-years away in the constellation Carina. Clouds of...]]> Stephanie Nicole 23 Apr 2010 16:12 MDT <![CDATA[Hubble's Latest Pics - AMAZING!]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-hubblepics/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-hubblepics/ Stephanie Nicole 23 Apr 2010 15:04 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Keep Praying for the Persecuted Church]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodapr23/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodapr23/ 3We always thank God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, when we pray for you, 4because we have heard of your faith in Christ Jesus and of the love you have for all the saints— 5the faith and love that spring from the hope that is stored up for you in heaven and that you have already heard...]]> Stephanie Nicole 23 Apr 2010 14:15 MDT <![CDATA[Things our Grandmas Used to Do Long Before Earth Day]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-grandmasearthday/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-grandmasearthday/ Stephanie Nicole 22 Apr 2010 15:32 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Worth More than Sparrows!]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodapr22/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodapr22/ Stephanie Nicole 22 Apr 2010 13:47 MDT <![CDATA[Stomach Bug Looming? Tips for Prevention]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-preventstomachbug/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-preventstomachbug/ Stephanie Nicole 21 Apr 2010 15:11 MDT <![CDATA[Seasonal Allergies? Try Eating This!]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-allergieseatthis/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-allergieseatthis/ Stephanie Nicole 21 Apr 2010 14:50 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Stay Strong]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodapr21/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodapr21/ Stephanie Nicole 21 Apr 2010 14:16 MDT <![CDATA[Ladies - Get Walking for Longterm Fitness]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-walkforlongtermfitness/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-walkforlongtermfitness/ Stephanie Nicole 20 Apr 2010 17:33 MDT <![CDATA[Interview with Building 429]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-bldg429interview/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-bldg429interview/ Stephanie Nicole 20 Apr 2010 15:23 MDT <![CDATA[Need a New Swimsuit? Read this first!]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-neednewswimsuit/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-neednewswimsuit/ Stephanie Nicole 20 Apr 2010 14:45 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Alive in Christ]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodapr20/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodapr20/ Stephanie Nicole 20 Apr 2010 14:15 MDT <![CDATA[Disneynature's "Oceans"]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-disneynatureoceans/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-disneynatureoceans/ Stephanie Nicole 19 Apr 2010 17:22 MDT <![CDATA[Texting as a Youth Min Tool]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-textingasyouthmintool/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-textingasyouthmintool/ Stephanie Nicole 19 Apr 2010 15:21 MDT <![CDATA[Voluntary Euthanasia Being Voted on Next Week in Parliament]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-voluntaryeuthanasiavote/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-voluntaryeuthanasiavote/ Stephanie Nicole 19 Apr 2010 15:06 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Be Careful What You Take into Your Soul]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodapr19/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodapr19/ Stephanie Nicole 19 Apr 2010 14:12 MDT <![CDATA[Another Reason to Get Moving!]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-anotherreasontogetmoving/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-anotherreasontogetmoving/ Stephanie Nicole 16 Apr 2010 16:20 MDT <![CDATA[African Children's Choir Tonight!]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-africanchildrenschoir/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-africanchildrenschoir/ Stephanie Nicole 16 Apr 2010 14:53 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Staying True to the Gospel]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodapr16/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodapr16/ Stephanie Nicole 16 Apr 2010 13:54 MDT <![CDATA[Free Coffee at Starbucks today only]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-freecoffee/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-freecoffee/ Stephanie Nicole 15 Apr 2010 07:30 MDT <![CDATA[School Receptionist Prayer Case Settled in the UK]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-schoolsecretaryprayercase/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-schoolsecretaryprayercase/ Stephanie Nicole 15 Apr 2010 07:17 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Jesus was More than Just a Man]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodapr15/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodapr15/ Stephanie Nicole 15 Apr 2010 06:12 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Finding Comfort in the Lord]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodapr14/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodapr14/ Stephanie Nicole 14 Apr 2010 06:06 MDT <![CDATA[Sesame Street "When Families Grieve" TV Special]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-sesamestreettvspecial/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-sesamestreettvspecial/ Stephanie Nicole 14 Apr 2010 05:56 MDT <![CDATA[Sore Throat Remedies]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-sorethroatremedies/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-sorethroatremedies/ Stephanie Nicole 13 Apr 2010 07:05 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Bear With Each Other]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodapr13/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodapr13/ Stephanie Nicole 13 Apr 2010 06:11 MDT <![CDATA[BMI or MWL?]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-bmiormwl/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-bmiormwl/ Stephanie Nicole 12 Apr 2010 17:16 MDT <![CDATA[Happy Birthday Calgary Fire and Police Services and Parks Department!]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-happybirthdayfirepoliceparks/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-happybirthdayfirepoliceparks/ Stephanie Nicole 12 Apr 2010 16:32 MDT <![CDATA[Help for Seasonal Allergies]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-seasonalallergies/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-seasonalallergies/ Stephanie Nicole 12 Apr 2010 15:45 MDT <![CDATA[Residential Street Cleaning Starts April 19th]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-streetcleaning/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-streetcleaning/ Stephanie Nicole 12 Apr 2010 14:54 MDT <![CDATA[The Eyes Tell it All]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-eyestellitall/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-eyestellitall/ Stephanie Nicole 12 Apr 2010 14:45 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Praise Anyway!]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodapr12/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodapr12/ Stephanie Nicole 12 Apr 2010 14:25 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Find Strength]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodapr9/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodapr9/ Stephanie Nicole 09 Apr 2010 14:20 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - The Beatitudes]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodapr8/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodapr8/ Stephanie Nicole 08 Apr 2010 14:15 MDT <![CDATA[Kideos - videos for kids!]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-kideos/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-kideos/ Stephanie Nicole 07 Apr 2010 16:40 MDT <![CDATA[The Prince Charming Effect is Real?]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-princecharmingeffect/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-princecharmingeffect/ Stephanie Nicole 07 Apr 2010 16:09 MDT <![CDATA[Stop the Traffic - Compassion in Action 2]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-stopthetraffic/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-stopthetraffic/ Stephanie Nicole 07 Apr 2010 14:48 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Live Differently Than Before]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodapr7/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodapr7/ Stephanie Nicole 07 Apr 2010 14:31 MDT <![CDATA[Interesting Thoughts on Free Speech]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-freespeech/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-freespeech/ Stephanie Nicole 06 Apr 2010 17:09 MDT <![CDATA[Language of Apology]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-languageofapology/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-languageofapology/ Stephanie Nicole 06 Apr 2010 15:42 MDT <![CDATA[Before you leave church for good, consider this]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-beforeyouleavechurch/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-beforeyouleavechurch/ Stephanie Nicole 06 Apr 2010 14:38 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Forgiveness for Terrible Decisions]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodapr6/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodapr6/ Stephanie Nicole 06 Apr 2010 14:30 MDT <![CDATA[Double-Duty Items for the Yard and Garden]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-doubledutygardenitems/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-doubledutygardenitems/ Stephanie Nicole 05 Apr 2010 17:18 MDT <![CDATA[Telephone Pictionary]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-telephonepictionary/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-telephonepictionary/ Stephanie Nicole 05 Apr 2010 15:05 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Be Strong]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodapr5/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodapr5/ Stephanie Nicole 05 Apr 2010 14:24 MDT <![CDATA[Use Up that Extra Easter Chocolate]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-extraeasterchocolaterecipes/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-extraeasterchocolaterecipes/ Stephanie Nicole 05 Apr 2010 14:19 MDT <![CDATA[Easter Baskets with Meaning]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-easterbaskets/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-easterbaskets/ Stephanie Nicole 03 Apr 2010 10:15 MDT <![CDATA[The Shine FM Top Ten Easter Episode!]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-topteneaster/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-topteneaster/ Stephanie Nicole 02 Apr 2010 17:15 MDT <![CDATA[What's Open and Closed THIS Weekend]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-eastercityhours/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-eastercityhours/ Stephanie Nicole 01 Apr 2010 16:12 MDT <![CDATA[Traffic Notes for Easter Weekend]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-trafficnotesforEasterwknd/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-trafficnotesforEasterwknd/ Stephanie Nicole 01 Apr 2010 15:09 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - The Easter Story]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodapr1/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodapr1/ Stephanie Nicole 01 Apr 2010 14:32 MDT <![CDATA[City of Calgary Student Summer Job Fair]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-studentsummerjobfair/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-studentsummerjobfair/ Stephanie Nicole 31 Mar 2010 16:48 MDT <![CDATA[Signs Your Child is Being Bullied]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-signsofbullying/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-signsofbullying/ Stephanie Nicole 31 Mar 2010 16:15 MDT <![CDATA[Easiest Home Hair Drying Technique EVER!]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-hairdryingathome/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-hairdryingathome/ Stephanie Nicole 31 Mar 2010 14:46 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Jesus Offers Rest]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodmar31/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodmar31/ Stephanie Nicole 31 Mar 2010 14:24 MDT <![CDATA[Share the True Meaning of Easter with Your Family]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-familyactivitiesforeaster/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-familyactivitiesforeaster/ Stephanie Nicole 30 Mar 2010 17:09 MDT <![CDATA[Bacon and Cheesecake like highly addictive drugs?]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-baconandcheesecake/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-baconandcheesecake/ Stephanie Nicole 30 Mar 2010 16:09 MDT <![CDATA[A $10,000 Reward if You Help Catch the Food Tamper-er]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-catchthefoodtamperer/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-catchthefoodtamperer/ Stephanie Nicole 30 Mar 2010 15:06 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Jesus Prays Before His Arrest]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodmar30/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodmar30/ Stephanie Nicole 30 Mar 2010 14:11 MDT <![CDATA[More Stressed Out Than You Think!]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-morestressed/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-morestressed/ Stephanie Nicole 29 Mar 2010 15:45 MDT <![CDATA[Selfish? Gain Some Perspective]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-selfishgainperspective/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-selfishgainperspective/ Stephanie Nicole 29 Mar 2010 15:25 MDT <![CDATA[Footage: Iceland Volcano Erupts after Nearly 200 Years]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-icelandvolcano/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-icelandvolcano/ Stephanie Nicole 29 Mar 2010 13:59 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Easter: Lasting Happiness]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodmar29/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodmar29/ Stephanie Nicole 29 Mar 2010 13:54 MDT <![CDATA[Know Why You Believe What You Believe]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-knowwhyyoubelieve/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-knowwhyyoubelieve/ Stephanie Nicole 26 Mar 2010 15:26 MDT <![CDATA[Calgary Woman Snaps AMAZING Volcano Pic!]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-calgaryvolcanophoto/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-calgaryvolcanophoto/ Stephanie Nicole 26 Mar 2010 14:43 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Don't Be Anxious]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodmar26/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodmar26/ Stephanie Nicole 26 Mar 2010 14:03 MDT <![CDATA[Fighting for Christian Colleges]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-fightforchristiancolleges/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-fightforchristiancolleges/ Stephanie Nicole 25 Mar 2010 16:40 MDT <![CDATA[Recognizing Food Tampering]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-foodtampering/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-foodtampering/ Stephanie Nicole 25 Mar 2010 14:38 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Building Relationships]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodmar25/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodmar25/ Stephanie Nicole 25 Mar 2010 14:21 MDT <![CDATA[Baby Gate Recall and Toy Warning]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-babygaterecall/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-babygaterecall/ Stephanie Nicole 25 Mar 2010 13:59 MDT <![CDATA[Baby Slings Recalled Today]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-babyslingsrecalledtoday/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-babyslingsrecalledtoday/ Stephanie Nicole 24 Mar 2010 08:10 MDT <![CDATA[April Fool's Pranks? Think again.]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-aprilfoolsoffice/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-aprilfoolsoffice/ Stephanie Nicole 24 Mar 2010 07:52 MDT <![CDATA[It's Official - and Only Logical]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-officialandlogical/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-officialandlogical/ Stephanie Nicole 24 Mar 2010 06:48 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Wisdom for Your Life]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodmar24/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodmar24/ Stephanie Nicole 24 Mar 2010 06:28 MDT <![CDATA[Free Pastry at Starbucks]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-freepastrystarbucks/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-freepastrystarbucks/ Stephanie Nicole 23 Mar 2010 06:36 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Abandoned]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodmar23/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodmar23/ Stephanie Nicole 23 Mar 2010 06:21 MDT <![CDATA[Kids! Name the RCMP Puppies!]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-namercmppuppies/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-namercmppuppies/ Stephanie Nicole 22 Mar 2010 07:36 MDT <![CDATA[TV or Internet?]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-tvorinternet/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-tvorinternet/ Stephanie Nicole 22 Mar 2010 07:05 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Look Up!]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodmar22/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodmar22/ Stephanie Nicole 22 Mar 2010 06:08 MDT <![CDATA[Don't Toss the Peel!]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-donttossthepeel/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-donttossthepeel/ Stephanie Nicole 19 Mar 2010 16:45 MDT <![CDATA[Interview with Jeff from Newsboys]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-interviewnewsboys/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-interviewnewsboys/ Stephanie Nicole 19 Mar 2010 15:31 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Only One Thing is Needed]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodmar19/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodmar19/ Stephanie Nicole 19 Mar 2010 14:16 MDT <![CDATA[Reception Center for Millrise Fire Evacuees]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-receptioncentermillrisefire/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-receptioncentermillrisefire/ Stephanie Nicole 18 Mar 2010 17:16 MDT <![CDATA[Things Spongebob Won't Teach Your Kids]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-thingsspongebobwontteach/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-thingsspongebobwontteach/ Stephanie Nicole 18 Mar 2010 17:15 MDT <![CDATA[Things Spongebob Won't Teach Your Kids]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-spongebobkids/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-spongebobkids/ Stephanie Nicole 18 Mar 2010 15:45 MDT <![CDATA[New Facebook Virus]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-newfacebookvirus/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-newfacebookvirus/ Stephanie Nicole 18 Mar 2010 14:46 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Strong Faith]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodmar18/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodmar18/ Stephanie Nicole 18 Mar 2010 14:32 MDT <![CDATA[**UPDATE -- Three Alarm Fire in SW]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-threealarmfire/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-threealarmfire/ Stephanie Nicole 18 Mar 2010 14:23 MDT <![CDATA[Not just a regular trip to the zoo]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-triptozoo/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-triptozoo/ Stephanie Nicole 17 Mar 2010 17:16 MDT <![CDATA[The Awww! That's So Cute Moment of the Day]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-awwsocutemoment/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-awwsocutemoment/ Stephanie Nicole 17 Mar 2010 16:09 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Discouraged? Read this.]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodmar17/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodmar17/ Stephanie Nicole 17 Mar 2010 14:09 MDT <![CDATA[Handprint Rainbow Craft for Kids]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-handprintrainbow/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-handprintrainbow/ Stephanie Nicole 17 Mar 2010 13:52 MDT <![CDATA[Dealing with Bullying]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-dealingwbullying/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-dealingwbullying/ Stephanie Nicole 16 Mar 2010 16:29 MDT <![CDATA[Healthy Stress Busting Snacks]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-healthystressbustingsnacks/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-healthystressbustingsnacks/ Stephanie Nicole 16 Mar 2010 15:48 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Jesus Knew]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodmar16/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodmar16/ Stephanie Nicole 16 Mar 2010 14:25 MDT <![CDATA[St. Paddy's Day Recipes]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-stpaddysrecipes/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-stpaddysrecipes/ Stephanie Nicole 16 Mar 2010 14:14 MDT <![CDATA[Going on Summer Missions? Read This!]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-summermissionsmustread/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-summermissionsmustread/ Stephanie Nicole 15 Mar 2010 16:21 MDT <![CDATA[Red Deer Benefit Auction]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-reddeerbenefitauction/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-reddeerbenefitauction/ Stephanie Nicole 15 Mar 2010 16:10 MDT <![CDATA[Ikea Pulls Crib Pillow from Shelves]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-ikeapullspillow/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-ikeapullspillow/ Stephanie Nicole 15 Mar 2010 15:29 MDT <![CDATA[Beauty Essentials AND How to Cut Your Bangs at Home]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-beautyessentbangs/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-beautyessentbangs/ Stephanie Nicole 15 Mar 2010 14:34 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Which One Are You?]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodmar15/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodmar15/ Stephanie Nicole 15 Mar 2010 14:21 MDT <![CDATA[Homemade Chai Tea]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-easychaitea/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-easychaitea/ Stephanie Nicole 13 Mar 2010 11:10 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Coming Before The Lord]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodmar13/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodmar13/ Stephanie Nicole 13 Mar 2010 10:15 MDT <![CDATA[Send Your Car Off a Cliff]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-sendyourcaroffacliff/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-sendyourcaroffacliff/ Stephanie Nicole 12 Mar 2010 07:15 MDT <![CDATA[Time Change This Weekend]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-timechangeweekend/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-timechangeweekend/ Stephanie Nicole 12 Mar 2010 06:43 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Everything We Need]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodmar12/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodmar12/ Stephanie Nicole 12 Mar 2010 05:02 MDT <![CDATA[Newsboys Tickets On Sale TOMORROW]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-newsboystixonsale/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-newsboystixonsale/ Stephanie Nicole 11 Mar 2010 09:06 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Don't Lose Heart]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodmar11/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodmar11/ Stephanie Nicole 11 Mar 2010 09:01 MDT <![CDATA[World Vision Attacked in Pakistan]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-worldvisionattacked/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-worldvisionattacked/ Stephanie Nicole 10 Mar 2010 08:22 MDT <![CDATA[Skunks Be Gone!]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-skunksbegone/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-skunksbegone/ Stephanie Nicole 10 Mar 2010 07:46 MDT <![CDATA[Grocery Price Comparison]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-groceryprices/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-groceryprices/ Stephanie Nicole 10 Mar 2010 06:33 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - The Good Samaritan]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodmar10/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodmar10/ Stephanie Nicole 10 Mar 2010 06:04 MDT <![CDATA[CS Lewis Audio Drama]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-cslewisaudiodrama/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-cslewisaudiodrama/ Stephanie Nicole 09 Mar 2010 17:21 MDT <![CDATA[Bottled Water Free Day - March 11th]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-bottledwaterfreeday/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-bottledwaterfreeday/ Stephanie Nicole 09 Mar 2010 16:26 MDT <![CDATA[New Interactive City Recreation Guide]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-recreationguide/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-recreationguide/ Stephanie Nicole 09 Mar 2010 16:18 MDT <![CDATA[New Tiger at the Zoo!]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-newtiger/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-newtiger/ Stephanie Nicole 09 Mar 2010 14:39 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Trust in the Lord and Do Good]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodmar9/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodmar9/ Stephanie Nicole 09 Mar 2010 14:27 MDT <![CDATA[Hygiene Kits for Haiti]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-hygienekithaiti/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-hygienekithaiti/ Stephanie Nicole 08 Mar 2010 16:18 MDT <![CDATA[Texting and Twitter - in Church]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-textingtwitterinchurch/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-textingtwitterinchurch/ Stephanie Nicole 08 Mar 2010 15:11 MDT <![CDATA[Long Term Effects of Loud Music and Fast Food]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-loudmusicfastfood/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-loudmusicfastfood/ Stephanie Nicole 08 Mar 2010 15:02 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Taking Up the Cross]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodmar8/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodmar8/ Stephanie Nicole 08 Mar 2010 14:23 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - God's Amazing Love!]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodmar6/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodmar6/ Stephanie Nicole 06 Mar 2010 10:15 MDT <![CDATA[Christians Respond to "Avatar"]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-christiansavatar/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-christiansavatar/ Stephanie Nicole 05 Mar 2010 17:16 MDT <![CDATA[The Story Behind the Song - "More Like Falling in Love"]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-storybehindsongjgray/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-storybehindsongjgray/ Stephanie Nicole 05 Mar 2010 15:17 MDT <![CDATA[Always Lost? Might Be Your Genes.]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-alwayslost/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-alwayslost/ Stephanie Nicole 05 Mar 2010 15:05 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - The Word Became Flesh]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodmar5/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodmar5/ Stephanie Nicole 05 Mar 2010 14:13 MDT <![CDATA[Mad Hatter Tea Party]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-madhatterteaparty/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-madhatterteaparty/ Stephanie Nicole 04 Mar 2010 17:17 MDT <![CDATA[Calgary Police Help You Stay Safe Online]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-cpsonlinesafety/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-cpsonlinesafety/ Stephanie Nicole 04 Mar 2010 16:46 MDT <![CDATA[Message from CBE to Parents and Students of A.E. Cross School]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-cbemessageaecross/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-cbemessageaecross/ Stephanie Nicole 04 Mar 2010 16:12 MDT <![CDATA[Trying to Lose Weight? Don't Lose Heart!]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-loseweightpersistance/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-loseweightpersistance/ Stephanie Nicole 04 Mar 2010 15:28 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Beautiful Heart]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodmar4/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodmar4/ Stephanie Nicole 04 Mar 2010 14:23 MDT <![CDATA[Newsboys Coming to Calgary]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-newsboysincalgary/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-newsboysincalgary/ Stephanie Nicole 04 Mar 2010 14:18 MDT <![CDATA[New on DVD this week]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-newondvdthisweek/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-newondvdthisweek/ Stephanie Nicole 03 Mar 2010 17:15 MDT <![CDATA[Slow Internet?]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-slowinternet/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-slowinternet/ Stephanie Nicole 03 Mar 2010 15:28 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - The Strength of My Heart]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodmar3/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodmar3/ Stephanie Nicole 03 Mar 2010 14:13 MDT <![CDATA[Chip and Dip Recall]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-chipdiprecall/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-chipdiprecall/ Stephanie Nicole 03 Mar 2010 14:01 MDT <![CDATA[Chile Quake May Have Shortened Days: NASA]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-quakeshorteneddays/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-quakeshorteneddays/ Stephanie Nicole 02 Mar 2010 15:55 MDT <![CDATA[Book Shouldice Artificial Turf Fields]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-shouldiceartificialturffields/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-shouldiceartificialturffields/ Stephanie Nicole 02 Mar 2010 14:59 MDT <![CDATA[H1N1 and Expectant Mothers]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-h1n1expectantmoms/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-h1n1expectantmoms/ Stephanie Nicole 02 Mar 2010 14:40 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Doing Good]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodmar2/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodmar2/ Stephanie Nicole 02 Mar 2010 14:24 MDT <![CDATA[Feeling Kids Birthday Party Pressure?]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-birthdaypartypressure/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-birthdaypartypressure/ Stephanie Nicole 26 Feb 2010 14:40 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Dealing with Depression]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodfeb26/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodfeb26/ Stephanie Nicole 26 Feb 2010 14:00 MDT <![CDATA[Calgary's Child Magazine Parent's Choice Awards]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-parentschoice/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-parentschoice/ Stephanie Nicole 25 Feb 2010 16:23 MDT <![CDATA[Christian Artists Help Haiti on Saturday]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-concertforhaitisaturday/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-concertforhaitisaturday/ Stephanie Nicole 25 Feb 2010 16:07 MDT <![CDATA[Family Movie Night - Saving Sarah Cain]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-familymovienight/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-familymovienight/ Stephanie Nicole 25 Feb 2010 15:30 MDT <![CDATA[Foods that fight cancer]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-foodsthatfightcancer/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-foodsthatfightcancer/ Stephanie Nicole 25 Feb 2010 14:28 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - Stand Firm]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodfeb25/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodfeb25/ Stephanie Nicole 25 Feb 2010 14:06 MDT <![CDATA[50 Recipes Kids Actually Like!]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-50familyrecipes/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-50familyrecipes/ Stephanie Nicole 24 Feb 2010 17:05 MDT <![CDATA[Recruiting Volunteers for Church Work]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-churchvolunteerrecruiting/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-churchvolunteerrecruiting/ Stephanie Nicole 24 Feb 2010 16:14 MDT <![CDATA[To Save A Life]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-tosavealife/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-tosavealife/ Stephanie Nicole 24 Feb 2010 14:53 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - The Importance of Friendship]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodfeb24/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodfeb24/ Stephanie Nicole 24 Feb 2010 14:30 MDT <![CDATA[Date Your Mate - without leaving the house]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-marriagebuilders/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-marriagebuilders/ Stephanie Nicole 23 Feb 2010 17:30 MDT <![CDATA[10 Most Dangerous Foods]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-10mostdangerousfoods/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-10mostdangerousfoods/ Stephanie Nicole 23 Feb 2010 17:16 MDT <![CDATA[Nature's Most Amazing Events]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-naturesmostamazingevents/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-naturesmostamazingevents/ Stephanie Nicole 23 Feb 2010 16:43 MDT <![CDATA[Into Twilight? Consider This.]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-twilight/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-twilight/ Stephanie Nicole 23 Feb 2010 16:31 MDT <![CDATA[Shocking Calgary News - Snakes and the Mayor]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-calgarynews/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-calgarynews/ Stephanie Nicole 23 Feb 2010 14:53 MDT <![CDATA[Soulfood - God's Memory]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodfeb23/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-soulfoodfeb23/ Stephanie Nicole 23 Feb 2010 14:29 MDT <![CDATA[Talk About Your Christian Worldview with Clarity and Confidence]]> http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-talkaboutworldview/ http://cjsi.ca/blog/stephanien-talkaboutworldview/