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Wednesday, August 19, 2009
whew a quiet moment
Each time it rains, I am thankful again for a new roof. There is nothing as peaceful as a house filled with children -- sleeping! Ever had anyone ask where you think you will be in 10 years? I am so thankful for teaching CDs! How can it be August 19? I miss my husband, a lot! I really like the movie Journey to the Center of the Earth, may watch it again today! I am thankful for faithful prayer friends who constantly encourage me to keep on walking. I love my family! and pray for them daily. I am excited to get away for a long weekend. Am thankful to God for His great love and grace that surrounds my life, every moment of every day. |
Wednesday, August 12, 2009
Friday, August 7, 2009
Wednesday, August 5, 2009
Sunday, August 2, 2009
Saturday, August 1, 2009
Thursday, July 30, 2009
almost Friday
I have been so busy it's hard to get in here when I have so many little ones to keep track of. I put some new pictures on my Xanga go here to look at them
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Wednesday, July 29, 2009
Wednesday - day filled with NEW mercies
Lots of kids today so no time to sit here and write, look for God at work in your life today! He is busy working to bring about His will how can you help Him bring about His plan? Ask HIM! Will try to upload pictures maybe a nap time, we'll see  but they will be on my Xanga |
Saturday, July 18, 2009
Jesus All For Jesus
Robin Mark and Band were AMAZING what a wonderful night of praise, worship and hearing from God!
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Wednesday, July 15, 2009
Mighty To Save
I can never hear Mighty to Save without seeing Hannah singing at the top of her voice when Doug was in the hospital bed. We sure had some awesome times of worship there! Nothing as great as Doug and Jim are having now but they were pretty great!
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Sunday, July 12, 2009
New Roof!
I can't figure out how to get pictures on here so they are on my Xanga please go there and check them out!
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Thursday, July 9, 2009
A birthday I will not forget
I woke up yesterday alone, and thought it's my birthday. For many years Doug would have told me over and over Happy Birthday, Dear. It was hard not hearing his voice again.
I knew I had some errands I wanted to run in the morning so got Hannah and got those done.
I came home and got ready for Jim's funeral. Our friend Marilyn had asked me Monday what I thought about our group singing some of Jim's favorite chorus. Of course I said yes, but I told her don't count on my voice, there are so many times I can sing and other times I just stand or sit and weep, mostly because of the goodness of God but sometimes because it brings a memory of Doug and I miss him so much there are times all I can do is cry. I kept praying yesterday for God to hold the tears and just let me sing.
During the service the Pastor read letters from two of Jim's sons well, that brought on the tears/ So many things that were shared, the scriptures that were read and just the reality of Jim being gone . . . Then the pastor was introducing our group and why we were singing and as we filed out I ended up right in the middle front- imagine that! As Marilyn started to play the words came and I was singing From the Rising of the sun, to the going down of the same . . . and smiling at Joanne, Jim and Joanne's sons, my girls and Michael, and loved ones in the crowd I knew. The next thing I knew Joanne closed her eyes and raised her hand in praise and I transitioned into worshiping Jesus, the One who assured me that Doug and Jim are together and He IS coming back for the rest of us someday unless He calls us home individually, (I am still holding out for the rapture!) The rest of the choruses just flowed in worship until we started to sing, Let there be glory and honor and praises, and I could hear Jim's voice and knew that he would have been singing with us had he been there. Then the tears started and I wasn' t sure they were going to stop but I felt His peace and was able to finish that song and the last one. The presence of Jesus was so real I almost thought if I opened my eyes I could have seen him. What a blessing to be able to worship at such a time! Oh Praise His Name!!!!
So much love and concern for me with all everyone was going through was overwhelming and the tears flowed again. Jim and Doug loved each other so much and to be loved by these two incredible men has been more than an honor. My heart aches for Joanne because I know what is ahead for her but even more so because she is in the beginning of Alzheimer's. The committal service was nice and sad as usual but when they had the Military honors and the 21 gun salute that always is a little unnerving, and Taps is so final. But Praise God there is joy in heaven with Doug and Jim reunited. The pastor said that Jim was there with his three best friends, Doug was fortunate enough to be one of those three, and I am having a hard time not being jealous of those guys!
The dinner was at Shueyville Church where "it all began" and being there in their beautiful new addition was yet another blessing. Seeing old faces and being greeted by friends from many years ago was wonderful. Once we were done with the meal and the ice cream - Jim LOVED ice cream so in his honor ice cream was served with chocolate powder :) - our group decided to go look at the old sanctuary. Another flood of emotions and tears washed over me again walking into our old church where we spent so much time. But so many good memories too along with the pain of loss, I am really glad we went in there to look around.
Sheila took me to Target and bought me a new watch and some new jersey knit sheets :) what a gal. She drove yesterday and helped me through some really rough times. Tricia and My Folks were there as part of the group and several times when it was especially difficult I feltTricia's hand on my back or my shoulder. What a blessing to have a sister who is a dear friend. It was a wonderful tribute to Jim's life. I am so glad that God put him in my life for the time He did.
Sheila, Ash, Holly, Jillian Isaac, JoAnna, Michael, Hannah. Robbyn and Alexandre came over in the evening. Robbyn brought ice cream and cones and Dale and Marlys stopped over for a visit and to bring me a birthday cupcake and a card. That was a nice time. It was nice to see Jillian and her little sling, poor girl. I had prayed so much for her the night she was at the hospital! I was glad to see her with my own eyes and know she was ok.
It was a good day, a VERY emotional day but full of God's blessings. It's so wonderful to know that when I can't do it, HE can!
I have been singing this song all day:
I want to spread my wings and fly to YOU
I want to open my arms and run to YOU
I want to open my eyes and see YOUR face
I will search for YOU! I will search for YOU!
I knew I had some errands I wanted to run in the morning so got Hannah and got those done.
I came home and got ready for Jim's funeral. Our friend Marilyn had asked me Monday what I thought about our group singing some of Jim's favorite chorus. Of course I said yes, but I told her don't count on my voice, there are so many times I can sing and other times I just stand or sit and weep, mostly because of the goodness of God but sometimes because it brings a memory of Doug and I miss him so much there are times all I can do is cry. I kept praying yesterday for God to hold the tears and just let me sing.
During the service the Pastor read letters from two of Jim's sons well, that brought on the tears/ So many things that were shared, the scriptures that were read and just the reality of Jim being gone . . . Then the pastor was introducing our group and why we were singing and as we filed out I ended up right in the middle front- imagine that! As Marilyn started to play the words came and I was singing From the Rising of the sun, to the going down of the same . . . and smiling at Joanne, Jim and Joanne's sons, my girls and Michael, and loved ones in the crowd I knew. The next thing I knew Joanne closed her eyes and raised her hand in praise and I transitioned into worshiping Jesus, the One who assured me that Doug and Jim are together and He IS coming back for the rest of us someday unless He calls us home individually, (I am still holding out for the rapture!) The rest of the choruses just flowed in worship until we started to sing, Let there be glory and honor and praises, and I could hear Jim's voice and knew that he would have been singing with us had he been there. Then the tears started and I wasn' t sure they were going to stop but I felt His peace and was able to finish that song and the last one. The presence of Jesus was so real I almost thought if I opened my eyes I could have seen him. What a blessing to be able to worship at such a time! Oh Praise His Name!!!!
So much love and concern for me with all everyone was going through was overwhelming and the tears flowed again. Jim and Doug loved each other so much and to be loved by these two incredible men has been more than an honor. My heart aches for Joanne because I know what is ahead for her but even more so because she is in the beginning of Alzheimer's. The committal service was nice and sad as usual but when they had the Military honors and the 21 gun salute that always is a little unnerving, and Taps is so final. But Praise God there is joy in heaven with Doug and Jim reunited. The pastor said that Jim was there with his three best friends, Doug was fortunate enough to be one of those three, and I am having a hard time not being jealous of those guys!
The dinner was at Shueyville Church where "it all began" and being there in their beautiful new addition was yet another blessing. Seeing old faces and being greeted by friends from many years ago was wonderful. Once we were done with the meal and the ice cream - Jim LOVED ice cream so in his honor ice cream was served with chocolate powder :) - our group decided to go look at the old sanctuary. Another flood of emotions and tears washed over me again walking into our old church where we spent so much time. But so many good memories too along with the pain of loss, I am really glad we went in there to look around.
Sheila took me to Target and bought me a new watch and some new jersey knit sheets :) what a gal. She drove yesterday and helped me through some really rough times. Tricia and My Folks were there as part of the group and several times when it was especially difficult I feltTricia's hand on my back or my shoulder. What a blessing to have a sister who is a dear friend. It was a wonderful tribute to Jim's life. I am so glad that God put him in my life for the time He did.
Sheila, Ash, Holly, Jillian Isaac, JoAnna, Michael, Hannah. Robbyn and Alexandre came over in the evening. Robbyn brought ice cream and cones and Dale and Marlys stopped over for a visit and to bring me a birthday cupcake and a card. That was a nice time. It was nice to see Jillian and her little sling, poor girl. I had prayed so much for her the night she was at the hospital! I was glad to see her with my own eyes and know she was ok.
It was a good day, a VERY emotional day but full of God's blessings. It's so wonderful to know that when I can't do it, HE can!
I have been singing this song all day:
I want to spread my wings and fly to YOU
I want to open my arms and run to YOU
I want to open my eyes and see YOUR face
I will search for YOU! I will search for YOU!
Monday, July 6, 2009
Sunday July 5
Yesterday was the day decided upon for our old 'Thursday Night Group" to get together for our annual 4th of July celebration. This group originated back in 1974 and we used to meet at Shueyville Church on Thursday nights hence the name.
After getting to Doug and Marilyn's house, Marilyn told us (My folks and Tricia) that Jim had just died. As you can imagine, it was really hard for me as the rest, but everyone kept saying they were glad we were together to be able to comfort one another. I was not sure I even wanted to be anywhere, my heart breaks for my dearest friend because I know what is ahead for her. And I am trying not to be jealous of Jim and Doug rejoicing in heaven together. Oh how I long for heaven!!!!
Please pray for Joanne who is struggling with dementia. and their boys and families as they go through this process, it's not a fun one, BUT GOD is so faithful and He will carry them.
And I would appreciate prayers too, as this brings so many thoughts, feelings, emotions . . .
After getting to Doug and Marilyn's house, Marilyn told us (My folks and Tricia) that Jim had just died. As you can imagine, it was really hard for me as the rest, but everyone kept saying they were glad we were together to be able to comfort one another. I was not sure I even wanted to be anywhere, my heart breaks for my dearest friend because I know what is ahead for her. And I am trying not to be jealous of Jim and Doug rejoicing in heaven together. Oh how I long for heaven!!!!
Please pray for Joanne who is struggling with dementia. and their boys and families as they go through this process, it's not a fun one, BUT GOD is so faithful and He will carry them.
And I would appreciate prayers too, as this brings so many thoughts, feelings, emotions . . .
Saturday, July 4, 2009
Friday, June 19, 2009
being real
i am all alone tonight, which is kinda nice since i have had so many children this week. i do enjoy the kids, i am just tired and thankful that i only have to worry about myself tonight :)
it's been a tough week, there has been so many tears :( i am missing doug so much. i have had a couple of dreams about him which have been nice, but then i wake up and the reality hits me that i will never get to see him or have him hold me, or talk to him again in this life. makes me long for heaven to be with him again. i can't imagine what it is like for people who do not have the assurance of Heaven being a real place that is my destination someday.
i try not to let too many things bother me, but that's kind of useless since the strangest things or comments will bring the tears. sheila had a good idea the other day, she said cry really hard for 30 seconds then it will be over. ha! if only it were that simple we all would be doing that!
you would think it would be getting easier and in some ways it is, but then in some ways it's way harder, and unless you have been through this you can't make anyone understand. i have commented that i am not liking my new life, as a widow i mean. strangest part is coming home from some where, alone. there are times i will decline invitations because of coming home alone.
i am super tired and in a strange mood tonight, must be from the 'life' i am living. the thought hit me the other day that my focus has been too much on myself and not on Jesus, the One who died for me and the One who loves me the most. He sees each tear and knows each heartache, if i take the time to talk with Him it's easier, because i don't have to explain, He just lets me cry, and He loves me anyway. He is walking with me each step of the way and i know that a lot of times there is only one set of footprints because indeed He is carrying me.
i am thankful that doug is with Jesus, seeing sights i can only imagine, hearing music like we here on earth have never heard, that he is not in pain anymore and he is anxiously waiting for loved ones to join him. there are so many times, i will hear something and think i can't wait to tell doug . . . i wonder if he sees our joys and our happy times? i know the bible says we are 'surrounded by a great cloud of witnesses' who are urging us on as we run this race of faith. doug's faith is sight now, no more need for faith when he sees Jesus face to face. oh how i long for that. till that day i will deep pressing on, keep running this race that is marked out before me, and trusting and relying on Jesus each moment of every day.
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it's been a tough week, there has been so many tears :( i am missing doug so much. i have had a couple of dreams about him which have been nice, but then i wake up and the reality hits me that i will never get to see him or have him hold me, or talk to him again in this life. makes me long for heaven to be with him again. i can't imagine what it is like for people who do not have the assurance of Heaven being a real place that is my destination someday.
i try not to let too many things bother me, but that's kind of useless since the strangest things or comments will bring the tears. sheila had a good idea the other day, she said cry really hard for 30 seconds then it will be over. ha! if only it were that simple we all would be doing that!
you would think it would be getting easier and in some ways it is, but then in some ways it's way harder, and unless you have been through this you can't make anyone understand. i have commented that i am not liking my new life, as a widow i mean. strangest part is coming home from some where, alone. there are times i will decline invitations because of coming home alone.
i am super tired and in a strange mood tonight, must be from the 'life' i am living. the thought hit me the other day that my focus has been too much on myself and not on Jesus, the One who died for me and the One who loves me the most. He sees each tear and knows each heartache, if i take the time to talk with Him it's easier, because i don't have to explain, He just lets me cry, and He loves me anyway. He is walking with me each step of the way and i know that a lot of times there is only one set of footprints because indeed He is carrying me.
i am thankful that doug is with Jesus, seeing sights i can only imagine, hearing music like we here on earth have never heard, that he is not in pain anymore and he is anxiously waiting for loved ones to join him. there are so many times, i will hear something and think i can't wait to tell doug . . . i wonder if he sees our joys and our happy times? i know the bible says we are 'surrounded by a great cloud of witnesses' who are urging us on as we run this race of faith. doug's faith is sight now, no more need for faith when he sees Jesus face to face. oh how i long for that. till that day i will deep pressing on, keep running this race that is marked out before me, and trusting and relying on Jesus each moment of every day.
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Wednesday, May 20, 2009
beautiful wednesday
I have not been posting here but back on my Xanga site. I couldn't get the pictures to show up on here and I could on Xanga so I have been posting there (not too often but when I do)
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I have been having pretty hard days, missing Doug terribly. with all of the 'lasts' events at school and such he should be here with me and it's hard that he is not.
Andy was awarded a $100.00 scholarship from Playtime Poppy at the Drama awards banquet, Doug would have been so proud, it's things like that . . . so proud yet bittersweet because Doug is not here to share it with.
So, lots of tears and lots of missing going on here, other than that life is good ;)
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I have been having pretty hard days, missing Doug terribly. with all of the 'lasts' events at school and such he should be here with me and it's hard that he is not.
Andy was awarded a $100.00 scholarship from Playtime Poppy at the Drama awards banquet, Doug would have been so proud, it's things like that . . . so proud yet bittersweet because Doug is not here to share it with.
So, lots of tears and lots of missing going on here, other than that life is good ;)
Tuesday, May 5, 2009
to ponder
So many changes coming too quickly! loved ones dying way before their time (in my mind) kids graduating, moving away, wedding coming up, so many changes YET God does not change! HIS Word stands FOREVER! Are you finding your peace and rest in that FACT??? I am trying my best too, it's hard but I know it's what HE wants for me and for all of us.
Matthew 24:32-33 "Now learn this lesson from the fig tree: As soon as its twigs get tender and its leaves come out, you know that summer is near. Even so, when you see all these things, you know that it is near, right at the door. --- Jesus is not talking about summer coming, HE is talking about His coming.
We have read these verses many times, but do we really take them to heart, to believe what Jesus is telling us? Look around at our world. . . we have never seen things like this before. Jesus said He is coming again, HE IS! We need to be ready because none of us knows when He will come for us individually or as His Bride with the Trump of God sounds we will be caught up to meet Him in the air!
Matthew 24:32-33 "Now learn this lesson from the fig tree: As soon as its twigs get tender and its leaves come out, you know that summer is near. Even so, when you see all these things, you know that it is near, right at the door. --- Jesus is not talking about summer coming, HE is talking about His coming.
We have read these verses many times, but do we really take them to heart, to believe what Jesus is telling us? Look around at our world. . . we have never seen things like this before. Jesus said He is coming again, HE IS! We need to be ready because none of us knows when He will come for us individually or as His Bride with the Trump of God sounds we will be caught up to meet Him in the air!
Wednesday, April 29, 2009
wednesday
Not too thrilled with this blog, so I am posting on my xanga again
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Sunday, April 26, 2009
frustrated
Trying to post pictures on here is making me nuts! So they are on my Xanga site if you are interested.
Monday, April 20, 2009
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Friday, April 17, 2009
today I . . .
spent time with the Lord - ahhhhhh refreshing
had a day at home - whew! it's been a busy week
played animal crossing - :)
worked out in the yard cleaning and trimming!
took a shower- then ran Andy's phone and shirt to school, picked up the graduation things, then ran to the bank - guess it wasn't a whole day at home.
played animal crossing - :)
watched the news for a bit - it's been a while
texted with Sheila - strange conversation. . . it is a conversation via text, right?
ate a microwave dinner - meh
chatted with Andy - :)
played more animal crossing - :)
made some microwave popcorn and watched Sabrina (Harrison Ford) - quiet evening
paused the movie to clean my teeth and use my new toothbrush from Robbyn! - yahoo!
texted with Robbyn - :)
finished watching the movie - good one (the original is still my favorite!)
sitting in here - too tired
a little saying I had on the wall in our bedroom of our apartment when Doug and I were first married - " go to sleep in peace, God is awake."
had a day at home - whew! it's been a busy week
played animal crossing - :)
worked out in the yard cleaning and trimming!
took a shower- then ran Andy's phone and shirt to school, picked up the graduation things, then ran to the bank - guess it wasn't a whole day at home.
played animal crossing - :)
watched the news for a bit - it's been a while
texted with Sheila - strange conversation. . . it is a conversation via text, right?
ate a microwave dinner - meh
chatted with Andy - :)
played more animal crossing - :)
made some microwave popcorn and watched Sabrina (Harrison Ford) - quiet evening
paused the movie to clean my teeth and use my new toothbrush from Robbyn! - yahoo!
texted with Robbyn - :)
finished watching the movie - good one (the original is still my favorite!)
sitting in here - too tired
a little saying I had on the wall in our bedroom of our apartment when Doug and I were first married - " go to sleep in peace, God is awake."
Monday, April 13, 2009
Outside my window... is outside!
I am thinking... that I need to go to bed, Brian will be here soon to get Xandre, he won't be staying overnight tonight :(
From the learning rooms... I am learning to hide more of God's Word in my heart and spend time talking to Him, still working on the listening part.
I am thankful for... the cross, the grave but especially the Resurrection, and His Holy Spirit who is my teacher, helper, counselor, comforter and everything else I need.
From the kitchen... I can watch the birds at the feeder, see the squirrels, bunnies and chipmunks, and see my daffodils getting ready to bloom!
I am wearing...my pajamas!
I am reading...My Bible more and am excited to see the new things God has for me each day.
I am hoping... Jesus comes SOON!
I am creating... a habit of prayer each day
I am praying... because God tells us to.
Around the house... is my yard which is slowly, very slowly getting cleaned up.
One of my favorite things... is children laughing.
A few plans for the rest of the week... pray, read my Bible, prayer time at church, Wed Kids' Club, Bible Study, and hopefully dinner with Liz and Ben!
I am thinking... that I need to go to bed, Brian will be here soon to get Xandre, he won't be staying overnight tonight :(
From the learning rooms... I am learning to hide more of God's Word in my heart and spend time talking to Him, still working on the listening part.
I am thankful for... the cross, the grave but especially the Resurrection, and His Holy Spirit who is my teacher, helper, counselor, comforter and everything else I need.
From the kitchen... I can watch the birds at the feeder, see the squirrels, bunnies and chipmunks, and see my daffodils getting ready to bloom!
I am wearing...my pajamas!
I am reading...My Bible more and am excited to see the new things God has for me each day.
I am hoping... Jesus comes SOON!
I am creating... a habit of prayer each day
I am praying... because God tells us to.
Around the house... is my yard which is slowly, very slowly getting cleaned up.
One of my favorite things... is children laughing.
A few plans for the rest of the week... pray, read my Bible, prayer time at church, Wed Kids' Club, Bible Study, and hopefully dinner with Liz and Ben!
Friday, April 10, 2009
Good Friday ever wonder why they call it that when the most horrific beating and death occured on this day? If Jesus had not suffered and died we could not have our sins forgiven and be made right in God's sight.
Sheila, Matt, Ash, Holly and I watched the Passion of the Christ last night and I don't know how anyone can watch it and not be changed.
As we go through this most blessed of holidays for Christians, ask God for a new revelation of Jesus and his sacrifice for you.
Sheila, Matt, Ash, Holly and I watched the Passion of the Christ last night and I don't know how anyone can watch it and not be changed.
As we go through this most blessed of holidays for Christians, ask God for a new revelation of Jesus and his sacrifice for you.
Monday, April 6, 2009
woke up at 4:30 decided it was way too early to be awake.
got up at 6 so I could be awake when my little pal came early today.
woke Xandre up to potty, then got him dressed and gave him some juice as I was getting ready to give Z a bottle.
called Andy for school :(
Brian came and got Xandre to go home. Got Z fed and checked on Andy -still sleeping, he had a rough night :(
got Z down for a nap, and folded a load of laundry, got another put in the dryer and one started in the washer :) came in here to check email and blogs
talked to my Mom on the phone LOCALLY I am so glad they are home!!!!!
better get on with my day or I may sit in here all morning!
LOOK for the Lord's working in your life today!
got up at 6 so I could be awake when my little pal came early today.
woke Xandre up to potty, then got him dressed and gave him some juice as I was getting ready to give Z a bottle.
called Andy for school :(
Brian came and got Xandre to go home. Got Z fed and checked on Andy -still sleeping, he had a rough night :(
got Z down for a nap, and folded a load of laundry, got another put in the dryer and one started in the washer :) came in here to check email and blogs
talked to my Mom on the phone LOCALLY I am so glad they are home!!!!!
better get on with my day or I may sit in here all morning!
LOOK for the Lord's working in your life today!
Tuesday, March 31, 2009
blah blah blog ;)
Sometimes that's how I feel blah blah blah, just running off at the mouth about nothing in particular. Tonight when I was at Holly's birthday celebration :) the subject of blogs came up and we were talking about blogging about the most random of things. Sheila said when you haven't blogged in a while it's like where do I start? Then I said or if you are really not doing anything it's blah blah blog :) we thought that was a good title. . .
I have had a very blessed day and a very rough day. Blessed in the fact the Lord woke me up early to spend time "casting my cares upon Him" and knowing I was heard! Hard in the fact that the tears just would not stop today. My eyes are so sore from crying and my nose is sore from wiping and blowing :(
Prayer tonight was great. Marlys said it was a 3 kleenex prayer night. For me I think it was 5/6 and that was just one hour! But it was a very blessed prayer time and again, I KNOW we were heard.
I am so thankful for my beautiful daughters who faithfully help me, cry with me, laugh with me and just love me. And Liz even if we have not physically seen each other or even talked on the phone in a couple of days I know you are there :) My wonderful daughters Robbyn, Sheila, JoAnna & Elizabeth - I love you!
I have been missing Doug so much today. It started in the night when I dreamed he was kissing me in all the different ways he used to kiss me. I woke up crying. It was such a good dream and yet knowing I will never be kissed by him again was, well you can imagine, kinda.
There were some laughs today too so it wasn't all tears but the majority of the day was spent sobbing. I am feeling very overwhelmed but I know God is using all of this for His greater purpose. I remember praying on the way to church Sunday (along with a song - that is dangerous - don't say I didn't warn you!) Lord break my heart with what breaks Yours. Is this part of that, probably, but this is just a tiny bit of what breaks His heart. My rebellion is one way, my wanting my own way is another, my looking at the things in my life and saying it's not fair is another way, my wanting to just give up and cave is another instead of trusting Jesus to see me though is another, I could go on and on and you could probably make your own list. I know I break His heart in many ways and for those ways, Lord, I am sorry. Help me to live repentant.
"This is how much God loved the world: He gave his Son, his one and only Son. And this is why: so that no one need be destroyed; by believing in him, anyone can have a whole and lasting life. God didn't go to all the trouble of sending his Son merely to point an accusing finger, telling the world how bad it was. He came to help, to put the world right again. Anyone who trusts in him is acquitted; anyone who refuses to trust him has long since been under the death sentence without knowing it. And why? Because of that person's failure to believe in the one-of-a-kind Son of God when introduced to him. Jesus said this to Nicodemus in John 3:16-18 the Message
Anyway, that's my blah blah blog for tonight. I pray for you, reader, that you may know and understand the love that Jesus has for YOU. I am learning more and more about His great love for me day by day.
I have had a very blessed day and a very rough day. Blessed in the fact the Lord woke me up early to spend time "casting my cares upon Him" and knowing I was heard! Hard in the fact that the tears just would not stop today. My eyes are so sore from crying and my nose is sore from wiping and blowing :(
Prayer tonight was great. Marlys said it was a 3 kleenex prayer night. For me I think it was 5/6 and that was just one hour! But it was a very blessed prayer time and again, I KNOW we were heard.
I am so thankful for my beautiful daughters who faithfully help me, cry with me, laugh with me and just love me. And Liz even if we have not physically seen each other or even talked on the phone in a couple of days I know you are there :) My wonderful daughters Robbyn, Sheila, JoAnna & Elizabeth - I love you!
I have been missing Doug so much today. It started in the night when I dreamed he was kissing me in all the different ways he used to kiss me. I woke up crying. It was such a good dream and yet knowing I will never be kissed by him again was, well you can imagine, kinda.
There were some laughs today too so it wasn't all tears but the majority of the day was spent sobbing. I am feeling very overwhelmed but I know God is using all of this for His greater purpose. I remember praying on the way to church Sunday (along with a song - that is dangerous - don't say I didn't warn you!) Lord break my heart with what breaks Yours. Is this part of that, probably, but this is just a tiny bit of what breaks His heart. My rebellion is one way, my wanting my own way is another, my looking at the things in my life and saying it's not fair is another way, my wanting to just give up and cave is another instead of trusting Jesus to see me though is another, I could go on and on and you could probably make your own list. I know I break His heart in many ways and for those ways, Lord, I am sorry. Help me to live repentant.
"This is how much God loved the world: He gave his Son, his one and only Son. And this is why: so that no one need be destroyed; by believing in him, anyone can have a whole and lasting life. God didn't go to all the trouble of sending his Son merely to point an accusing finger, telling the world how bad it was. He came to help, to put the world right again. Anyone who trusts in him is acquitted; anyone who refuses to trust him has long since been under the death sentence without knowing it. And why? Because of that person's failure to believe in the one-of-a-kind Son of God when introduced to him. Jesus said this to Nicodemus in John 3:16-18 the Message
Anyway, that's my blah blah blog for tonight. I pray for you, reader, that you may know and understand the love that Jesus has for YOU. I am learning more and more about His great love for me day by day.
Sunday, March 29, 2009
It's amazing how quickly the snow is melting! Sure was pretty but I like to see the plants and the grass turning green, too.
I haven't felt good today, spent most of the afternoon lying on my bed dozing trying to fend off the headache I have had for a couple of days.
Finally got up and ran the vacuum, did a couple loads of laundry and did the dishes. And had some orange sesame chicken (microwave dinner) it was really tasty.
Then I sat and watched some of the wedding shows on We till Alexandre came :)
Waiting to talk to my Mom, their answering machine keeps picking up so they are gone somewhere they are two hours behind us, so I left a message saying I would call again.
Back to school tomorrow for Andy and I get my new little charge tomorrow too. It will be fun getting to know him and caring for a two month old. I know it's part of God's provision for me so I am embracing the time at home with little people, knowing the Lord will use me to impact lives for His purposes.
Have a great evening!
I haven't felt good today, spent most of the afternoon lying on my bed dozing trying to fend off the headache I have had for a couple of days.
Finally got up and ran the vacuum, did a couple loads of laundry and did the dishes. And had some orange sesame chicken (microwave dinner) it was really tasty.
Then I sat and watched some of the wedding shows on We till Alexandre came :)
Waiting to talk to my Mom, their answering machine keeps picking up so they are gone somewhere they are two hours behind us, so I left a message saying I would call again.
Back to school tomorrow for Andy and I get my new little charge tomorrow too. It will be fun getting to know him and caring for a two month old. I know it's part of God's provision for me so I am embracing the time at home with little people, knowing the Lord will use me to impact lives for His purposes.
Have a great evening!
Thursday, March 26, 2009
Thursday What to say????
I found out this afternoon that Andy was cast as the Prince in Sleeping Beauty (Playtime Poppy)
Since JoAnna had a busy morning Hannah spent the night last night along with Alexandre. It was fine, even though it took them both a little longer to settle down. Hannah slept till after 9:30 Alexandre got up at 8:30.
I am just about finished with all the paperwork for the tax guy. Whew I will be glad when this is behind me!
There are so many plants poking their heads out of the ground :) like old friends I have not seen for a while they are a very welcome sight. Makes me wonder what types of plants Doug is enjoying in Glory.
I am enjoying the Potluck Club I just need to sit down and read it instead of waiting till I go to bed, by then I am too tired and so are my eyes to really enjoy the reading time.
It's been fun talking to Andy and hearing about his trip. I am so thankful the Lord worked it all out for him to go. Doug and I were so excited to know this trip was going to be taken over spring break this year and we both really wanted him to go. The Lord knew that and worked out every detail so he could and he had a great time.
I have been having lots of memories of Doug this week, different kinds like certain movements or a flash of him doing something like pouring coffee. It's strange the 'visions' keep coming and it's so endearing and yet brings back the loss too. Robbyn was at the Dr this week and sent me a text she had read there: "Don't cry because it's over, smile because it happened." Dr Seuss. I have always loved Dr Seuss and it's funny how that little quote did help. Of course I KNOW it was Jesus really comforting me and urging me to take the next step that gets me through these tough times. And I am so thankful to Jesus for that!
Tuesday morning was CityWide prayer at Valley View. I have not been in so long, it was wonderful being back. It was the first time I had seen the people there since Doug's death, it was nice to see them and to be prayed for by them.
I met a new friend, Terri at Brugger's later on that morning and had a nice time getting to know her better over coffee and a bagel.
Tuesday evening I went to dinner with Rosa and Jennifer. I have known Jennifer for a LONG time in fact she helped me with my stamping addiction many years ago by selling DOTS (dozens of terrific stamps) and from that we formed a friendship. And many of you know Rosa, well she and Jennifer have a mutual friend who introduced them and they both know me! Just how small is this world getting anyway!?! Anyways they took me to dinner at Olive Garden and we had a great time sharing and catching up. A few tears were shed but just a few. It was a nice time with them.
Well that pretty much sums up my week.
Thanks to all of you who have prayed for me. I so appreciate you and your love and concern. I am fine and I will be fine, but I know there are times when I am going to cry and be sad. Part of me is gone I can't change that. But I know that Jesus knows exactly what I am going through and He is there every moment. He's wonderful!
Since JoAnna had a busy morning Hannah spent the night last night along with Alexandre. It was fine, even though it took them both a little longer to settle down. Hannah slept till after 9:30 Alexandre got up at 8:30.
I am just about finished with all the paperwork for the tax guy. Whew I will be glad when this is behind me!
There are so many plants poking their heads out of the ground :) like old friends I have not seen for a while they are a very welcome sight. Makes me wonder what types of plants Doug is enjoying in Glory.
I am enjoying the Potluck Club I just need to sit down and read it instead of waiting till I go to bed, by then I am too tired and so are my eyes to really enjoy the reading time.
It's been fun talking to Andy and hearing about his trip. I am so thankful the Lord worked it all out for him to go. Doug and I were so excited to know this trip was going to be taken over spring break this year and we both really wanted him to go. The Lord knew that and worked out every detail so he could and he had a great time.
I have been having lots of memories of Doug this week, different kinds like certain movements or a flash of him doing something like pouring coffee. It's strange the 'visions' keep coming and it's so endearing and yet brings back the loss too. Robbyn was at the Dr this week and sent me a text she had read there: "Don't cry because it's over, smile because it happened." Dr Seuss. I have always loved Dr Seuss and it's funny how that little quote did help. Of course I KNOW it was Jesus really comforting me and urging me to take the next step that gets me through these tough times. And I am so thankful to Jesus for that!
Tuesday morning was CityWide prayer at Valley View. I have not been in so long, it was wonderful being back. It was the first time I had seen the people there since Doug's death, it was nice to see them and to be prayed for by them.
I met a new friend, Terri at Brugger's later on that morning and had a nice time getting to know her better over coffee and a bagel.
Tuesday evening I went to dinner with Rosa and Jennifer. I have known Jennifer for a LONG time in fact she helped me with my stamping addiction many years ago by selling DOTS (dozens of terrific stamps) and from that we formed a friendship. And many of you know Rosa, well she and Jennifer have a mutual friend who introduced them and they both know me! Just how small is this world getting anyway!?! Anyways they took me to dinner at Olive Garden and we had a great time sharing and catching up. A few tears were shed but just a few. It was a nice time with them.
Well that pretty much sums up my week.
Thanks to all of you who have prayed for me. I so appreciate you and your love and concern. I am fine and I will be fine, but I know there are times when I am going to cry and be sad. Part of me is gone I can't change that. But I know that Jesus knows exactly what I am going through and He is there every moment. He's wonderful!
Monday, March 23, 2009
tough day
Today I have been trying to get taxes ready, going through receipts and looking at dates and Doug's handwriting, it's been a tough day. I get to the point where I think I am doing really well, then it hits. At least it doesn't feel like I am drowning and it doesn't last as long but it's so hard. And with Andy being gone, it's just a hard day.
I read your blogs and I feel like if I write this down for you all to see then you will feel sorry for me and I don't want that. Just letting you have a look into my life today. Not too pretty of a picture, but that's what it looks like, at least for today.
Bible Study tonight was really good. Coming home I was listening to a CD that Andy Gray loaned to me and just sang along (at the top of my lungs) and cried it all out to my Loving Heavenly Father who knows how I am feeling and who catches my tears in a bottle, I don't know why, it's what the Bible says "Psalm 56:8 You number and record my wanderings; put my tears into Your bottle--are they not in Your book?"
I am not trying to make you feel bad for me, just letting you know this is me today. In a few minutes it may be all turned around. I never know. I am however, so glad to know the Living God who changes not! In Him I put my trust and hope!
I read your blogs and I feel like if I write this down for you all to see then you will feel sorry for me and I don't want that. Just letting you have a look into my life today. Not too pretty of a picture, but that's what it looks like, at least for today.
Bible Study tonight was really good. Coming home I was listening to a CD that Andy Gray loaned to me and just sang along (at the top of my lungs) and cried it all out to my Loving Heavenly Father who knows how I am feeling and who catches my tears in a bottle, I don't know why, it's what the Bible says "Psalm 56:8 You number and record my wanderings; put my tears into Your bottle--are they not in Your book?"
I am not trying to make you feel bad for me, just letting you know this is me today. In a few minutes it may be all turned around. I never know. I am however, so glad to know the Living God who changes not! In Him I put my trust and hope!
Sunday, March 22, 2009
sitting and thinking, thinking and sitting
trying to think of something to write
according to facebook Andy is having a great time in Orlando. Lucky duck!
it's gloomy and chilly but not a bad day at all.
animal crossing for the wii is way more fun with two players, at least when it comes to selling :)
spring break! welcome spring!
my folks will be back in a couple of weeks and I AM EXCITED!!!!
my computer is acting weird again
the start of a brand new week and I am feeling excited for what God has in store for me!
according to facebook Andy is having a great time in Orlando. Lucky duck!
it's gloomy and chilly but not a bad day at all.
animal crossing for the wii is way more fun with two players, at least when it comes to selling :)
spring break! welcome spring!
my folks will be back in a couple of weeks and I AM EXCITED!!!!
my computer is acting weird again
the start of a brand new week and I am feeling excited for what God has in store for me!
every blessing You pour out
I'll turn back to praise
when the darkness closes in, Lord
still I will say
blessed be the Name of the Lord
blessed be Your Name, Jesus
blessed be the Name of the Lord
blessed be Your Glorious Name
You give and take away
You give and take away
my heart will choose to say
Lord, blessed be Your name
I'll turn back to praise
when the darkness closes in, Lord
still I will say
blessed be the Name of the Lord
blessed be Your Name, Jesus
blessed be the Name of the Lord
blessed be Your Glorious Name
You give and take away
You give and take away
my heart will choose to say
Lord, blessed be Your name
Thursday, March 19, 2009
Monday, March 16, 2009
Monday
A new week, that should bring excitement, and yet I am not sure. Strange comment huh? Lots to do this week maybe that's why I am not excited.
The weather sure has been wonderful! Can't complain about that. One of these days I want to get out and start on yard work.
Andy goes to Orlando this week!
I have been struggling with a bad attitude AND I know that is not pleasing to God AT ALL!
Change my heart O God
Make it ever true
Change my heart O God
May I be like You
I have been attending a Bible Study on the Millennium and it is really great, lots of information and lots to process but it's exciting to look into God's Word and see what is ahead.
I need to get going to get a list made of what needs to be done this week, today, right now!
Jesus is the yes to every promise of God. -- William Barclay
The weather sure has been wonderful! Can't complain about that. One of these days I want to get out and start on yard work.
Andy goes to Orlando this week!
I have been struggling with a bad attitude AND I know that is not pleasing to God AT ALL!
Change my heart O God
Make it ever true
Change my heart O God
May I be like You
I have been attending a Bible Study on the Millennium and it is really great, lots of information and lots to process but it's exciting to look into God's Word and see what is ahead.
I need to get going to get a list made of what needs to be done this week, today, right now!
Jesus is the yes to every promise of God. -- William Barclay
Thursday, March 12, 2009
What day is this????
I have had such a busy week! It's been good however. I feel like I have a purpose - anyone relate?
Today my house is a wreck! And filled with shouts, requests for juice and snacks, bath water and bath sounds coming from my bathroom, counting along with the clock chimes, requests for this movie or 'watch it again!', LOUD crying and finger pointing, time outs and tons of smiles and giggles.
The house will get cleaned, the sounds will diminish but the love in my heart for these small eternal souls will grow and live in my heart forever.
Today Sheila and Matt are at the Vet's hospital with Gail, Matt's mom whilst Jim her husband and Matt's step Dad is in surgery to remove his gall bladder. Jillian and Isaac stayed over night since they had to leave Cedar Rapids at 4:30 am. Alexandre stayed over as well and it was so cute to see the three little couch/beds filling the living room (they are still out so the kids can play on them - why not!?!) When Brian came to pick up X this morning he said Robb was alseep in the car, so you know she had to have been tired. I told Brian he could just leave X and get him later on so they could go home and sleep, besides the boys are so excited to get some time togehter. They do tend to hit and throw but that's boys.
Jillian is happily playing in the bathtub ALONE. She said she wantd to take a bath by hersefl so she is. It must be fun to play in the tub with different toys! She calls if she needs anything :) When Liz was small she would take 2 hour baths! I don't think she takes that long these days.
Buddy just doesn't know what to make of all the activitiy here today. He's happy for the snacks that the kids feed him on purpose or by accident or by grabbing them out of the unsuspecting hand ha! He just mostly sits/lays and watches.
I have a pkg of ritz type crackers in here by me and every so often Isaac comes in for one for him and one for Alexandre, so Gramma has to have a kiss for each cracker trip, oh the perks of this job!
Just got a text from Sheila that Jim is out of surgery and on his way to recovery. They did the surgery the easy way, not sure what that means, but I am certain it will be better for Jim (and Gail!)
Discovery club was fun last night. Oh the precious children God has given to us. Working with the kids making the poster for the bake sale was fun. To be able to be silly with kids is such a neat thing. Oh Jesus, let them see your love for them through us!
Well, it's 10:20 am and we are all (except for Jillian) still in our pj's! I prolly should do something to remedy that but why? ha I stopped by to visit with Julia for a little bit yesterday and she was in her pj's we should have pj day! who's in?
Today my house is a wreck! And filled with shouts, requests for juice and snacks, bath water and bath sounds coming from my bathroom, counting along with the clock chimes, requests for this movie or 'watch it again!', LOUD crying and finger pointing, time outs and tons of smiles and giggles.
The house will get cleaned, the sounds will diminish but the love in my heart for these small eternal souls will grow and live in my heart forever.
Today Sheila and Matt are at the Vet's hospital with Gail, Matt's mom whilst Jim her husband and Matt's step Dad is in surgery to remove his gall bladder. Jillian and Isaac stayed over night since they had to leave Cedar Rapids at 4:30 am. Alexandre stayed over as well and it was so cute to see the three little couch/beds filling the living room (they are still out so the kids can play on them - why not!?!) When Brian came to pick up X this morning he said Robb was alseep in the car, so you know she had to have been tired. I told Brian he could just leave X and get him later on so they could go home and sleep, besides the boys are so excited to get some time togehter. They do tend to hit and throw but that's boys.
Jillian is happily playing in the bathtub ALONE. She said she wantd to take a bath by hersefl so she is. It must be fun to play in the tub with different toys! She calls if she needs anything :) When Liz was small she would take 2 hour baths! I don't think she takes that long these days.
Buddy just doesn't know what to make of all the activitiy here today. He's happy for the snacks that the kids feed him on purpose or by accident or by grabbing them out of the unsuspecting hand ha! He just mostly sits/lays and watches.
I have a pkg of ritz type crackers in here by me and every so often Isaac comes in for one for him and one for Alexandre, so Gramma has to have a kiss for each cracker trip, oh the perks of this job!
Just got a text from Sheila that Jim is out of surgery and on his way to recovery. They did the surgery the easy way, not sure what that means, but I am certain it will be better for Jim (and Gail!)
Discovery club was fun last night. Oh the precious children God has given to us. Working with the kids making the poster for the bake sale was fun. To be able to be silly with kids is such a neat thing. Oh Jesus, let them see your love for them through us!
Well, it's 10:20 am and we are all (except for Jillian) still in our pj's! I prolly should do something to remedy that but why? ha I stopped by to visit with Julia for a little bit yesterday and she was in her pj's we should have pj day! who's in?
Monday, March 9, 2009
it may be cloudy but the SON is shining!
I woke up early and thought, Ok, Lord, you want me up early I will be up. So I got out of bed and spent extra time with Him this morning. What a great way to start my day!
Took Andy to school since Alexandre was not here this morning and was blessed by DK whilst dropping Andy off at school :)
Came back home, checked email and stuff waiting for a decent hour to call my friend Joanne to see if it was alright to come for a visit. When I spoke to her she was pretty blue, so I headed over to see her.
Stopped for gas on the way. Now aren't you glad I told you that?!?
Joanne was just getting out of the shower when I got there, so we went back to her room and chatted whilst she got dressed and did her hair. I looked through her photo albums from a trip to Oregon she took last summer and one of when she went to Washington DC with both her sisters in '05 that was fun. Soon she was ready so we got checked out and drove over by Roosevelt to see where she grew up. Oh the wonderful memories she has to share about her growing up years :) We ended up at Tommy's for lunch, shared a meal, some tears, some laughs and just enjoyed being together.
After lunch we were heading back to MethWick to go visit Jim, they live in different areas of MethWick Community (ugh being married 56 years it's been a difficult -understatement- for the two of them). Joanne was digging in her purse for her lipstick and could not find it so we decided to go to HyVee to see if we could get some for her, and YES you can buy lipstick at HyVee :) ha
We spent a couple of hours visiting with Jim. He is doing really well. December 17 - his birthday, he got sick in the night and ended up throwing up. He didn't want to vomit on the bed or the floor so he held it in his mouth which ended up with him getting the vomit into his lungs and causing all kinds of problems for him. When he was at the emergency room he told the Dr he was having a stroke. He had had one about four years ago and knew that he was experiencing one again. The Dr did NOT take Jim's word and told Jim he was dehydrated (that is why they call it Practicing Medicine) subesequently Jim had four strokes in all that night. He's come a long way and is doing really well. He has not had any food since his birthday, he is unable to swallow and has had a tracheotomy. He is currently undergoing acupuncture to get his swallowing back and if he can pass a sleep apnea test he will be able to get his trach out!
I dropped Joanne back off at her residence at MethWick and came on home. Only to find Andy and his friends had been here for lunch and didn't clean up the table :(. Soon the door opened and in walked Andy, Ben, Jack, Drew and Dylan. Andy said they had to leave in a hurry after eating and cleaned off the table :) hooray!
The boys are upstairs playing video games, on the Wii or PS2 and the computer. So I am in here posting about my day.
I forgot to mention Doug and I met Jim and Joanne in 1974 and became fast friends. Today Jim shared a couple of stories about Doug that I never had heard. What a blessing even though tears were shed they were good tears ( I still don't like crying, makes my eyes hurt and my head ache) but it was a good time shared.
If you are still reading, bless your heart!
Hope you are on the lookout for miracles! I had one early this morning and a couple this aftenoon, but there is still tonight!
Took Andy to school since Alexandre was not here this morning and was blessed by DK whilst dropping Andy off at school :)
Came back home, checked email and stuff waiting for a decent hour to call my friend Joanne to see if it was alright to come for a visit. When I spoke to her she was pretty blue, so I headed over to see her.
Stopped for gas on the way. Now aren't you glad I told you that?!?
Joanne was just getting out of the shower when I got there, so we went back to her room and chatted whilst she got dressed and did her hair. I looked through her photo albums from a trip to Oregon she took last summer and one of when she went to Washington DC with both her sisters in '05 that was fun. Soon she was ready so we got checked out and drove over by Roosevelt to see where she grew up. Oh the wonderful memories she has to share about her growing up years :) We ended up at Tommy's for lunch, shared a meal, some tears, some laughs and just enjoyed being together.
After lunch we were heading back to MethWick to go visit Jim, they live in different areas of MethWick Community (ugh being married 56 years it's been a difficult -understatement- for the two of them). Joanne was digging in her purse for her lipstick and could not find it so we decided to go to HyVee to see if we could get some for her, and YES you can buy lipstick at HyVee :) ha
We spent a couple of hours visiting with Jim. He is doing really well. December 17 - his birthday, he got sick in the night and ended up throwing up. He didn't want to vomit on the bed or the floor so he held it in his mouth which ended up with him getting the vomit into his lungs and causing all kinds of problems for him. When he was at the emergency room he told the Dr he was having a stroke. He had had one about four years ago and knew that he was experiencing one again. The Dr did NOT take Jim's word and told Jim he was dehydrated (that is why they call it Practicing Medicine) subesequently Jim had four strokes in all that night. He's come a long way and is doing really well. He has not had any food since his birthday, he is unable to swallow and has had a tracheotomy. He is currently undergoing acupuncture to get his swallowing back and if he can pass a sleep apnea test he will be able to get his trach out!
I dropped Joanne back off at her residence at MethWick and came on home. Only to find Andy and his friends had been here for lunch and didn't clean up the table :(. Soon the door opened and in walked Andy, Ben, Jack, Drew and Dylan. Andy said they had to leave in a hurry after eating and cleaned off the table :) hooray!
The boys are upstairs playing video games, on the Wii or PS2 and the computer. So I am in here posting about my day.
I forgot to mention Doug and I met Jim and Joanne in 1974 and became fast friends. Today Jim shared a couple of stories about Doug that I never had heard. What a blessing even though tears were shed they were good tears ( I still don't like crying, makes my eyes hurt and my head ache) but it was a good time shared.
If you are still reading, bless your heart!
Hope you are on the lookout for miracles! I had one early this morning and a couple this aftenoon, but there is still tonight!
Saturday, March 7, 2009
Saturday
It's been a good day, I have not done hardly anything but 'that's ok' sometimes you need a day just like this.
Heard from Robbyn about 8:30 they were on their way to bring X. She and Brian are in Chicago for the weekend to see a NHL game. I am so glad they were able to get away! Much needed time together.
JoAnna text ed earlier and wanted to know if we wanted to meet for lunch so Andy, Alexandre and I picked her up and went to Wendy's. It was nice to get out of the house and not have to hassle with what to have for lunch.
Took her back to work then came back home and put Alexandre down for a nap, played some Animal Crossing now I am in here.
I think Alexander and I may watch a movie tonight then get a bath so he can be ready for church in the morning. I may take my shower and just do my hair in the morning too.
The jewelry party last night was fun! Always fun to get together with my GREAT girls, and my wonderful sister! And the other friends that came along for the party :) it was fun! Now to decide about my 'free' stuff. I had booked this show off of JoAnna's way last fall then . . . well I finally got around to actually having the party, I am glad I did - good time!
Did anyone notice the tiny bit of green in the grass from the rain :) My folks come back in one month! I am so excited!
We had a great prayer night with the Prayer Warrior Women the other night! It was so needed for me. So much on my heart and mind. Plus the great praise of the new eternal soul that Dave, Jolene and MissyB welcomed into their family! What a miracle! Are you looking for miracles everyday? I must admit I have not been but I KNOW they are there IF we look!
Heard from Robbyn about 8:30 they were on their way to bring X. She and Brian are in Chicago for the weekend to see a NHL game. I am so glad they were able to get away! Much needed time together.
JoAnna text ed earlier and wanted to know if we wanted to meet for lunch so Andy, Alexandre and I picked her up and went to Wendy's. It was nice to get out of the house and not have to hassle with what to have for lunch.
Took her back to work then came back home and put Alexandre down for a nap, played some Animal Crossing now I am in here.
I think Alexander and I may watch a movie tonight then get a bath so he can be ready for church in the morning. I may take my shower and just do my hair in the morning too.
The jewelry party last night was fun! Always fun to get together with my GREAT girls, and my wonderful sister! And the other friends that came along for the party :) it was fun! Now to decide about my 'free' stuff. I had booked this show off of JoAnna's way last fall then . . . well I finally got around to actually having the party, I am glad I did - good time!
Did anyone notice the tiny bit of green in the grass from the rain :) My folks come back in one month! I am so excited!
We had a great prayer night with the Prayer Warrior Women the other night! It was so needed for me. So much on my heart and mind. Plus the great praise of the new eternal soul that Dave, Jolene and MissyB welcomed into their family! What a miracle! Are you looking for miracles everyday? I must admit I have not been but I KNOW they are there IF we look!
Tuesday, March 3, 2009
Tuesday morning
I have made the switch, we'll see how this one goes.
I have had hectic few days, doesn't feel like I even had a weekend although I know I did :)
I am going to try to upload that video from Saturday to here.
Till next time . . .
Psalm 40:1-3 I waited patiently for the Lord, He turned to me and heard my cry. He lifted me out of the slimy pit, out of the mud and mire; He set my feet on a rock and gave me a firm place to stand. He put a new song in my mouth a hymn of praise to our God. Many will see and fear and put their trust in the Lord.
I have had hectic few days, doesn't feel like I even had a weekend although I know I did :)
I am going to try to upload that video from Saturday to here.
Till next time . . .
Psalm 40:1-3 I waited patiently for the Lord, He turned to me and heard my cry. He lifted me out of the slimy pit, out of the mud and mire; He set my feet on a rock and gave me a firm place to stand. He put a new song in my mouth a hymn of praise to our God. Many will see and fear and put their trust in the Lord.
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