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Morning Devotional...






In my Father's house are many mansions:  if it were not so, I would have told you.  I go to prepare a place for you.  And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again, and receive you unto myself; that where I am, there ye may be also."  
John 14:2-3

Today is surgery and I am putting in time till I have to leave.  The weather is beautiful there are flakes of snow coming down sparkling in the sun like diamonds.  So pretty.

I am moving on to look at other links have a great day everyone.

Dear JudyB:
Will be in prayer at every remembrance of you....

Today is my yearly check up with my urologist and a cystoscopy to see if I have any cancer in my bladder. 

I called my heat pump man this morning.  Left a message telling them that my furnace was set at 67...the heat pump at 70.  When I got up this morning, the temp was 67 and the registers for the furnace were hot.  So the heat pump isn't heating.  When you stand in front of the air that comes out, it chills you.  Back to square one.

I would love to meet Todd Burpo and Colton!  I took my book to church yesterday and gave it to the minister's wife.  I made a bookmark that says to read the book and then return it to a CCC church member to read.  Pass it along! 

Everyone is getting tired of the cold weather in Indiana.  This is the coldest it has been for years.  I also called the bottle gas people to let them know that I am using more gas this year than last year and to not let me run out!  $$$. 

Off I go!!!  JudyB...you will be fine.  Just take it easy and don't rush doing things after surgery!

Prayers for you, Judy, for the quickest recovery on record.  Also for supernatural wisdom for the doctors, nurses and anyone else attending you during this time.

Carol, I just ordered a book on the Daniel Fast.  It is by Susan Gregory, titled The Daniel Fast.  I also ordered a Daniel Fast cookbook, both from Amazon.  Susan Gregory was on with Paula White this morning.  I have decided to continue on the complete fast for another week, as I am feeling fine, and having some breakthroughs in my spiritual life.  God is SO GOOD!!

Darrel is having some stomach problems, so is thinking about going on the Daniel fast too, as it has many health benefits, and detoxes the body.  I'm sure he needs that, as he eats so many things that are not good for him.  If we start it together, it will be easier for both of us.

I had a surprise blessing yesterday!  There is a Hillbilly Band from Moscow (yes, Kansas  ) that has come to the care home before to sing.  Anyway, they called and asked me to sing with them yesterday when they came again.  I was so happy to do that, and it was fun.  They sing the old-time Christian songs.  I wore my regular clothes, as I don't have a hillbilly getup. 

I want to go find the lady who has tickets for Shiela Walsh, as I want to buy one for a friend.

Hi everyone.  It is an overcast day here and currently 39 degrees with rain in the forecast.  We still have some patches of icy snow in our yard and there are streets that still have some ice, although ours are clear. 

We enjoyed the weekend away as Pat went with me.  However, I think this is the last time I will attend this meeting as it just exhausted me.  Fortunately, my heart didn't act up but it sapped my energy.  I hate having to resign my responsibilities but have to recognize facts. 

I have my Monday men's luncheon today and am looking forward to it as we missed last week.  After coffee this morning I made a trip to Walmart for several items we needed.  However, used the electric cart to get around the big store and that really helped as wasn't tired when I got through with the shopping.  I came home and tried to open a little package containing some earbuds for my iPod and it was almost impossible to get into the packaging.  Does anyone else feel the frustration of opening things in this tough plastic?

Janet, glad to see you fast is going well.  It also sounds like your church is thriving again and hope your new pastoral candidate is the one God wants for your church.  It was a nice compliment to be invited to sing with the Hillbilly band although I don't really see you as a hillbilly, whatever that is. 

Etta Sue, know your heat pump situation must be very frustrating for you and hope this time they get it fixed.  Glad you resolved your telephone bill although the outcome wasn't what you wanted.  That is one reason we use prepaid cell phones and don't give out the number to many people as it avoids ever going over your paid minutes.  If I ever go to strictly cellphones for home use also I will probably do a plan without limit or at least a pretty large number of minutes.  My wife likes to talk to her sister a lot on the phone and they are seldom short conversations.

Judy, know by the time you read this your surgery should be over.  Hope you are in reasonable comfort and on the road to recovery.

Pat, thanks for the devotional.  I have seen that poem before but it is still thought provoking.

Hi Bonnie.  Good to see you posting.

Maryilyn, glad you were able to attend your women's conference and to renew your acquaintance with the minister who conducted it.

Thanks to the invitation message to join you in here.... I am here.  Don't think I've been here before but do recognize names & faces, some I haven't seen for a long time.  I've been "out of the loop" but do believe this message was a blessing for me at this time. Have a difficult week ahead.

I'm waiting for the phone call that my youngest brother is on his way to Heaven.  He was given days to weeks about a year ago and has been with Hospice, stronger than anyone could believe, until recently.  I've been to see him 3 or 4 times since his diagnosis so am not going down, my other brother & sister are near and say he knew them Sat., smiled but doesn't talk. 

They have snow on the ground in MO as we do here in KS, so the drive will be risky (to say the least).... but I will go if at all possible, to say a final good by, we had a good visit not long ago.  My husband has congestive heart failure so won't go with me but he is able to take care of himself for over night. 

Our daughter is flying into town this next week end, my birthday yesterday & hers in the 25th so we celebrate together.  She has a 6 month old grand baby (and oldest son) living here, as well as her youngest daughter going to college here... so any excuse to get to town is a treat for her.  She is on a plane several times a week and this time is just a detour through on her way to someplace else.

Hugs to y'all and prayers for those in need.... but we all need prayers, don't we?  God Bless Us All......  I will be back to see if there is a way to catch up on what has been going on in your lives since I saw you last.

Tisie, how wonderful to see you coming back to Christian Photographers!  Don't forget to check out the photo topics.  I have a suspicion you just might have something to post in one or two of them!   

Shirley/Tisie It is so good to see you posting here, it has been a long time since you were last here although I have seen you participating in some of the Photo Challenges. I will pray for your brother and your family.

Well what do you know I see our the window here that the sun has come out and it looks beautiful after all the rain over the weekend. I will definitely get out there and take the dogs for their walks. happy doesn't  walk as far as he used to and Bebe needs to walk ore she is overweight just like me.

I sure am enjoying  cooking on my new cooktop,So much better than the old one that  had a mind of it's own on what the temperature should be for whatever I was trying to cook. LOL

Larry I had a wonderful time at the conference. I need to do that more often.their next meeting is in Crescent City which is about 130 miles from here, I won't be  going to that one, however they are trying to get  a place close to here for  May.

Keith only worked a half day today. He decided to take the rest of the off, business is kind of slow  right now.

Hello everyone!!

I just heard from JudyB. She is doing fine..... a little frozen, in a medical way, however came through the surgery O.K.

Please keep praying for God to give her a quick healing and to manage the pain.

Thank you, all

Thank you RuthV for the update on Judy. Glad she came through just fine.

I join in the praise re the update on our dear friend Judy. Thanks for posting this.

Bonnie

Thanks for the update on Judy, Ruth.   

Willa is still not doing well, I spoke to her gr, dghtr today, she said Willa is  not up to talking on the phone, she is in a great deal of pain and is resting  for the most part, she did eat some oatmeal this morning and a little vegetable soup for lunch and was expected to eat some  more soup tonight. Prayers are most welcome.

We woke to a very cold morning many veh's did not start - dead batteries.

Pat: Thanks for the devotion and above all else I would love for Jesus to coming knocking on my door and stay for a very long time.   I would start reading my Bible more but I would have Jesus with me to share and teach. This will all come to pass when I meet him in Glory.

A second cousin living in New Liskeard suddenly decided it was his time to go home to be with the Lord.

Today I went to the chiropractor and following that I picked up my aunt and grocery shopping we did go.
We tried out an old restaurant now relocated to something that is bigger and better - higher class, we will not be going there again, the food was served fancier but the prices were also increased by a large amount as well.

I'm sitting here in the living room with my laptop on my knee trying to get caught up on several topics.  Judy is in the reclining lounge chair and is sleeping peacefully.  I'll stay here for awhile until I'm sure she's ok and then I'll go to bed.  I'm in no hurry.

I've opened up two new topics that I'm sure you'll all enjoy!

One was a surprise for Judy about her little dog, Cimmy.  I hope that you'll all go and see it and leave comments HERE

The other topic that I opened is in the People Board and it will be a topic that we can add to over time.  I've added my first photo to it and I'll know that you'll be interested in seeing it.

The topic is called, Meeting Friends~Old and New

I hope that you'll all have a look in this new topic and click on the "Notify" button so you'll know if folks have posted new photos in there.

Ruth I'm so sorry to read of the passing of your relative up in New Liskeard.  

Marilyn, I'll be praying for Willa.  Thanks for the update.


It was very cold today, Ruth.  And I was so surprised to see across the road from me, about 4 roofers up on top of a two storey house putting on a new roof!!!  They had all the old shingles off and were busy putting the new on in this cold!  It was freezing up there!

TISIE!!!!  Happy Birthday yesterday!!! and great to see you here!

Hi everyone.  Only a few minutes to write this morning.  We stayed above freezing last night and it is 37 degrees this morning but suppose to be a bit rainy all day. 

I have a meeting to attend this morning  A lady that works on the Golden Games  will stop by this afternoon with the first document related to the games, and she will bring me the supplies I need to do the work for them, i.e., card stock and ink for my printers.  They very kindly bought me a laser printer a couple of years ago as we do a lot of printing at game time.

Glad to read that Judy is doing well and know that Pat is keeping a close eye and providing good company for her.

Ruth, we had a similar dining experience on Sunday when we stopped at a seafood/steak house and the meal was pretty pricey for our budget but it was good.  Sorry to hear of the loss of your cousin.

Tisie, glad to see you joining us here.  We are always happy to have additional friends join in the conversation, whether new folks or folks some of us have known through other associations.  Sorry to read about your brother's situation.

Pat what a sweet story about Cimmy.

I am cancer-free in my bladder for 9 years now!  Yay!  Somewhere I read or someone told me that Botox relaxes the muscles but Dr. Beam says that Botox paralyzes the nerves.  This wasn't what I went for yesterday but I go to the same office Friday for Botox in my bladder. 

I am so happy that Judy is home and recuperating with Cimmy.  What a great picture story, Pat!

I doubt if I ever go to all cell phone for my telephoning.  My internet is through my phone company so unless I change that, I will have landline as well as cell. 

The heat pump gurus are coming back Thursday.  I turned it off and won't try it again and if there isn't heat coming out of the system, it isn't fixed!!

Hi Tisie/Shirley!  I see you on Sr & F but so glad to see you on CP!

Janet, what has Darrel been eating that isn't good for him?  I have been watching 'Strange Addictions' on TV.  Eating soap, laundry detergent, toilet paper.  Just wondering!   

I am having the same weather as Larry today.  High 30's and drizzly rain.  BUT the temps are to fall and possible freezing mix.  And today is Euchre at 3pm. 

Pray for my Tony and Charlene.  He sent me an email saying he was laid off yesterday for 2 months!!  He worked 60-70 hours a week before Christmas and I told him then that he would get laid off in January...to not spend that money.  I raised him to save but I didn't raise Charlene...

I am getting a new cell phone it is a Motorola Citrus From Verizon the one I have now is only 2 yrs old, but  the Citrus has more of what I want. it will cost me $15. more a month for the data pkg, which doesn't include texting. I will probably put  the one I am using now on eBay after I clean it out and removed my photo card.

This is what it  looks like

Hello, Tisie/Shirley!!  Sure is good to see you here!  Hope things work out for the best for your brother.  I will always remember your kindness in coming to the hospital while I was there in Wichita with Beth!

Etta Sue, why would they want to paralyze the nerves in your bladder?  A doctor told me that Botox only lasts for about two months, you have to keep having the injections.

Larry, hello!  We have temps up near 60 today!  We went to Garden City for Darrel to have an MRI on his shoulder, and it was so pretty when we got home I couldn't resist going for a little walk!  Hope it warms up there soon.  How strange, for Kansas to be warmer than Georgia!

I am home.  tast hour of the trip with rougher roads.  now to go sit and let the arm/shoulder relax.  John bought me a treat of a Northern buttertart.

night all

Judy, great to see that your home.  But... should you be using that arm??

Glad that you are home Judy, I've been praying for you

Typing one fingered... Thankyou  for praying.

Marilyn, looks like a great little phone.  Looks more compact than my Droid and more like a phone than a little ipad.  When you get more used to it, I could give you suggestions what to get from 'Market'.  Love mine...except when I forgot I had limited minutes.    

Janet, I have Botox injections in my bladder for a spastic bladder.  If you have seen commercials or read any ads for bladder problems, that was about me.  And yes, you do have to keep being injected but not every 2 months.  I got my injections June 18 and yesterday was the beginning of the seventh month.  I go Friday for more injections.  Let me tell you, Botox has given me a new life.  I don't even think of where the little rooms are...I know I can wait!  Remember I called it BIMBO?  Botox In My Bladder Operation!  They put a numbing solution in my bladder and wait a few minutes and then the doctor somehow injects the Botox...I got 15 injections totaling 400 units!  And when you are old, like me, Medicare pays for it.    

We are under a weather advisory once again.  Yesterday, we did not get what was predicted.     Rain and ice.  But today we are to get 2-3" of snow by tomorrow at 5pm.  Just hope the heat pump guys can get here and this time fix it!! 

Kitty and I are suppose to go swimming tomorrow afternoon but that all depends on heat pump guys and the weather.  Not enthused about swimming this week...

We have clouds with snow flakes falling to the ground.
When finished here I will be doing some much needed cleaning.
Yes it will be chicken soup for dinner this evening I have put the carcuss on to boil then I will be adding all of the veggies.

Etta Sue:  you can always go swimming next week. 
             I hope you get your heat put problems fixed real soon.

Judy:    It is good that you are now home.

Thank you all for the warm welcome/welcome back.... so nice to see familiar faces & names!  This place "oozes" with good thoughts and kindness, you are good people! 

The phone call came that my brother died about 1:30am today.  Yesterday news came that an older cousin died and another cousin is fighting a tumor in her lung that can't be surgically removed.  She had chemo & radiation, remains active and hopeful.  We have snow starting now through tomorrow but even more for MO (going through Kansas City).  All that should be cleaned off before the funeral, but more predicted for Sunday into Monday here.  My mind jumps from one thing to another, but I did want to share with you that tomorrow is my brother his wife's 60th wedding anniversary.... so they will be together in Heaven to celebrate.  No word when the funeral will be but they are facing deeper snow than we are so expect they will plan around the weather.