Amy Urbach - Urbach WineShop

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Haley’s Corker

This is great way to stopper your wine...that’s of course if you don’t finish the bottle in one sitting. 

Haley’s Corker

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Deadbeat Parent

A deadbeat parent is someone who chooses to not accept responsibility for their child or their relationship with them. They don’t show up physically, financially or emotionally for their child.

A parent is not a deadbeat if they miss a ballgame because they had to work, miss a child support payment because they are struggling financially, miss a weekend with their child because they have something come up they just can’t change. Life happens, life is challenging and life must be flexible at times.

A parent is not a deadbeat if they continue to show up, pursue and support their children even when it’s not easy, even when it looks like the odds are against them, even when they don’t know how they are going to do it.

I am convinced there are many parents that get wrongfully labeled as a deadbeat parent. Often times, one parent will push the other parent out the child’s life and then accuse them of being unloving, uninvolved and deadbeat when in fact the alienated parent does/did everything in their power to have a good relationship with their child/children.

Don’t give up, don’t quit, do the best you can even if it never seems good enough for others. Mistakes are made, emotions run high, life happens but at the end of the day, God sees your heart for your child and so will your child someday.

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Give Them Your Blessing This Father's Day

Ladies, you may hate the father of your children and he may have hurt you badly...I get that. Let me challenge you to let go of any hate, anger, resentment and unforgiveness you may have for him and help your children honor him for Father's Day. Give them your blessing to spend time with him, enjoy him and love him. Aside from being in true danger if they were to spend time with him, they have a right to have a relationship with him. He won't do everything like you do, or the "right way" all the time but if he wants to be involved, let him. This isn't about HIM or YOU, this is about YOUR KIDS.

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***IF YOUR WIFE IS A STEPMOM***

***IF YOUR WIFE IS A STEPMOM*** Guys, be sure you show some love and appreciation to your wife this weekend. Recognize her for the time and energy she puts into your family. The dinners she cooks, the laundry she does, the cleaning up after the kids, the vacations and activities she plans, the booboos she bandages, all the worrying she does just like she would if they were her own children. All the things mothers do but that she gets little credit for doing. Don't expect your kids to own honoring their stepmom, often times they can't for fear of hurting their mom. Release them of that burden and find a way to honor and appreciate your wife for her often thankless role as a stepmom.

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“Before success comes in any man's life, he's sure to meet with much temporary defeat and, perhaps some failures. When defeat overtakes a man, the easiest and the most logical thing to do is to quit. That's exactly what the majority of men do.” ― Napoleon Hill

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Christmas cookies are one of my favorite things about the season. I have been making them for years with my mom, with my kids and now my stepkids. This year I tried a new cookie recipe and a new icing recipe, I really liked both of them. The cookie dough did not require any chilling before cutting and baking (though I did put the cookie sheet in the fridge right before I put the cookies in the oven to reduce spreading). The icing was super easy to work with and very glossy when it dries. I did all the prep work the night before which does require a good amount of time and a lot of powdered sugar. I'm pleased with the final result though they aren't professional they look pretty darn good. Recipes attached. Cookies: http://www.inkatrinaskitchen.com/2011/12/best-sugar-cookie-recipe-and-kitchenaid_28.html Icing: http://www.theslowroasteditalian.com/2013/12/best-tasting-sugar-cookie-icing-recipe.html

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When Opportunity is Knocking

If you are from Edmond and/or have sold Arbonne then you probably know Cecilia Stoll. This is a great article about her, her faith and her business.  This is how I feel about Nerium. If you have ever thought about this type of business, supplementing your income, replacing your income or your 8 to 5 job, then you may want to take a look at Nerium just as Cecilia did Arbonne in 1991. Regardless, this a great read about a local business woman. 

https://www.dropbox.com/s/wunujuij58gu419/stoll_cnvp-4.pdf

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Family Court Should be the Last Place for Parenting Decisions

Family court should be the last place for parenting decisions. The adversarial structure of family court creates a “parenting contest” that no one truly “wins.” And the judges do not have the ability to see what actually occurred in a family’s home. Therefore, if parents are unable to agree on making parenting decisions, it is much better to get assistance from professionals (mediators, lawyers, counselors) and training in conflict-reducing skills, than to bring these matters to court. ~ Don’t Alienate the Kids Bill Eddy, LCSW, JD

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Don't Worry 'Bout A Thing

Love these lyrics: 

"Don't Worry 'Bout A Thing"

Ever been misunderstood, misused, or misled

Ever knocked on the sky  and had it fall on your head well, don't worry 'bout it, don't worry Ever lost your luggage, your marbles,  your house Or found yourself in bed with Uncle Sam or Mickey Mouse Ever been accused of murder on Music Row Or caught in morning traffic when you  really gotta go - Oh no!  [Chorus] Life is funny, life's a mess Sometimes a curse, sometimes a blessing Don't worry 'bout a thing, don't worry 'bout it Life gets sticky, life can bruise Sometimes you win sometimes your losing No matter what it brings Don't worry 'bout a thing Ever sat yourself down when the  seat is all wet Or see your "ex" sucking face with  a little brunette Don't worry 'bout it, no don't worry Ever lost your religion, ever lost your best friend Or found your last record in the bargain bin Or been stuck in a divorce like crazy glue Or scraped someone else's gum off the  bottom of your shoe - Boo hoo! [Repeat Chorus] (Blah, Blah, Blah, Blah, Blah - Blah, Blah, Blah, Blah, Blah, - Blah, Blah, Blah, Blah,  Blah) Don't worry, don't worry [Bridge:] We all got a little junk in the trunk And when you're feelin' good as sunk Remember, everything will be just fine If I laugh at yours then you'll laugh at mine [Repeat Chorus 2x] (Blah, Blah, Blah, Blah, Blah - Blah, Blah, Blah, Blah, Blah, - Blah, Blah, Blah, Blah,  Blah) Don't worry, don't worry Life gets sticky, life can bruise Sometimes you win sometimes your losing No matter what it brings Don't worry 'bout a thing

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amyurbach turned 3 today!

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When Another Makes You Suffer

“When another person makes you suffer, it is because he suffers deeply within himself, and his suffering is spilling over. He does not need punishment; he needs help. That's the message he is sending.” ― Thich Nhat Hanh

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There is Hope

Moms, if you've had anything to do with your kids not having a physical or emotional relationship with their father (your ex), I pray that TODAY you have a change of heart and you do your best to make things right. Don't say it's up to the kids...it's up to YOU to give your kids YOUR blessing and encourage a relationship with their father. To the dads that deal with this, I pray that you know your kids love you no matter if they can express it or not and someday they will grow up and process all that has happened. There is hope.

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This Father's Day Weekend

Divorced parents: Moms don't automatically trump dads. Dads are equally as important in kids' lives as moms. In fact, studies show dads are VERY important in the lives of kids. Moms, don't push your kids' dad out of their lives because you are bitter, angry and resentful.

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Urbach/Chilvers family est. June 2, 2006

Urbach/Chilvers family est. June 2, 2006. This won't be one of those mushy gushy everything in our world is perfect kind of anniversary posts. :-) Marriage is never easy, throw the complications of a blended family in the mix and you have enough material to write a book (which we hope to do one day). A lot has changed in 7 years yet so much has remained the same. My kids have grown into great young adults and are off to find their place in the world. His kids have gone from wee little things when we first married to great kids with unique and wonderful personalities. We still struggle with some blended family relationships and some have grown stronger. Being honest, it's hard at times. There are things I can't control and it frustrates me but there are many moments of joy as well. My husband works hard, has a great sense of humor, is a great dad that has fought hard to maintain a relationship with his kids and is the person I enjoy hanging out with the most. I look forward to growing old with him. I look forward to another year and a different season for our family. If anything, it's my hope that our kids, family and friends see us working hard through the hard times and celebrating the good times. 7 years down, many more to go!

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We must look to ourselves first if we ever want to see change. This is great advice for those that are divorced, always blaming the ex for your problems and co-parenting. “We are taught you must blame your father, your sisters, your brothers, the school, the teachers - but never blame yourself. It's never your fault. But it's always your fault, because if you wanted to change you're the one who has got to change.” ― Katharine Hepburn

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Parental Alienation Awareness Day

"Unfortunately, because of parental alienation and other factors, we are creating a fatherless society,” said Boere, “Most alienated parents are fathers, due to the courts still awarding custody to moms in a ratio of about nine to one.” ~ Theo Boere