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Today Christ was in the grave.  Can you imagine the feelings his followers had?  We know as humans how we feel after a loved one dies, but Jesus was their Lord, their hero they had worshiped him. Was it all in vain?

I know Peter felt guilt as possibly did many others.  I am sure the question in their minds was Why?  Why did he die, why was I so stupid to follow him, Why did God allow this. 

NIV  In fact, the law requires that nearly everything be cleansed with blood, and without the shedding of blood there is no forgiveness.

Did they forget that? 

As we proceed with our day let us remember the shed blood of our Lord!

Good Friday service was very touching.  Our minister did a very good job portraying a Roman soldier at the Cross.  He described his part in Jesus' death...the cat tail, scourging by the cat-o-nine tails, the beatings, the crown of thorns.  Almost like the soldier delighted in doing this.  Then another soldier missed the nail head when nailing Christ's wrist to the cross so the soldier took over.  Bragged about getting the nail in with one blow!  Then the other wrist and then the two ankles together.  Jesus kept giving him this look.  Finally as they hoisted the cross up and it then fell into the hole with a thud and jolt, Christ gave him the look again.  Something happened to the soldier.  He found a cloth and soaked it in spoiled vinegar and raised it to Christ, knowing that the vinegar would relieve some of the pain.  But Christ refused it.  He just gave the soldier the look.  Steve did such a good job I forgot that he was Steve.  Tears just flowed.  So realistic! 

Afterwards five of us went to Steak and Shake and then two other couples came in.  Good fellowship. 

Marge earlier was in an accident.  Marge had made a purchase in Noblesville earlier and was returning it when she was hit in the rear at a stop light.  A big truck so her trunk looks like it is an accordian...all crinkled up.  Her car is drivable but it just makes you mad.  Thank God the other guy has insurance but it is the principle of the thing!  I don't know if she got her purchase returned or not. 

Ivalou and I have been invited to her son's home for Easter tomorrow.  This is Jacob's aunt and uncle.  Jacob was worn out from his trip yesterday.  Shepherd's was getting a CT scan of his head and giving him morphin to settle him down.  He was really active when he got there.  Sheree said the apartment was a lot nicer than what they have been in for 30 days with a nice kitchen area.  Baxter left yesterday morning at 5am and drove to Atlanta, so the two of them were searching for a grocery so that she can cook again.  It was a Good Friday for Jacob.  Now let's get on with the healing! 

Another bright and sunny day in Indiana.  It looks so nice out but I imagine it is a little chilly.  Seems that all the flowering shrubs are blooming about 2 weeks early this year.  My lilacs are so abundant...covered at the top of the bush.

I forgot.  Larry, I do have the laptop on a flat surface but I have noticed when this happens the computer icon is flashing a lot, meaning it is working in the back ground.  Then all of a sudden, everything goes black!  I guess what I need to do is shut the lid when I hear it working and running.  Almost like an updating working and then poof...all is gone!  But I do think this causes it to get hotter than normal and is a safety factor!

Etta Sue, friends of mine were able to solve their problem by purchasing a cooling pad to set under the laptop. I don't remember if they got it at WalMart or at Radio Shack.

I've learned that the vent for my laptop is on the lefthand side near the hinge. Well, with the arthritis & carpal tunnel pains & aches, how GREAT that warm air feels on my wrist and fingertips.

Larry, I'm still praying for Stacey. When I had my knee replacement, I had the luxury of being able to donate 2 pints of blood to myself prior to the surgery. And, wouldn't you know...it really did need to be used! So, it was a relief to know mine was available for me.

Also prayers for Jacob and family.  I'd love to be able to visit if I get to Atlanta anytime soon.

Today was a pancake breakfast for the Lions Club, followed by a refreshing time of prayer at our church. During Lent, we have a cross on the platform that is made of unfinished wood. Prayer requests are written down and then nailed to that cross. Imagine the blessings of being able to pray for each request nailed to that cross. It always moves me to be able to do so.

Now, I'll finish my chores and rest up for the busy day tomorrow.

As we prepare physically, mentally, and spiritually for the commemoration of the day our Lord rose from the dead, let us thank Him for his selfless death to atone for our own sins.

Ruth Ann

We went to a neighbor's house for a breakfast and everyone stayed almost three hours.  Don and a friend helped a widow by moving some furniture for her.  Don was at the doctor's office yesterday and they did take care of his nosebleed problem or at least it is much less than before he went for the appointment.  We shall see. 

We are meeting with youngest son this afternoon and they have a new rescue dog.    Tomorrow is church service at daughter's area & visit with them. 

Janet:  Your book arrived and I finished it last night!  It is amazing.  I passed it on to a neighbor and will then hand it to at least two more friends. 

Have a blessed Easter all. 

Thanks for letting me know the book arrived, Carol.  I was going to ask you about it.  Glad you enjoyed reading it.

I have been working all day.  Spent the morning cooking; made several things to take to Diane's tomorrow, and also did a meal and took that to my friends who are dealing with dialysis.  They had made a trip to Wichita for appointments, and were both worn out.  She said she's going to start calling me "Blessing."  And I said I receive that! 

Beth so wants to go tonight to the church service, but called a while ago to say she may not be able to go.  Her body isn't cooperating today, it seems.  She is to call back about 5 to let me know if she's been able to eliminate yet.  She sure doesn't want that to happen at a church service!  Poor Beth, she is so longing for the Lord to heal her.  I try to stay strong and encouraging for her, but it hurts so to see her waiting year after year.

I worked this afternoon on lining out that big framing order, listing the stuff I need to order for it, etc.  It's a big job--eight pieces of finely done cross stitching, some quite large.  I hope the frames she chose hav en't been discontinued.

I'm tired; think I will take a little nap! 

The first day of the week (our Sunday) was the day of resurrection.  The early discioles met on the first day of the week, probably in commemoration of His resurrection  If, therefore, we are going to celebrate His resurrection, should we not do so EVEY Sunday?  I believe so.

The Bible does not tell us to celebrate "Easter" (the word comes from the pagan god Esdras, but the Resurrection is indeed more than precious.

HE HAS RISEN

Happy Easter Everyone!  Let's start Easter Sunday with a new slate.

Here!