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Morning Devotional...




Scripture: Job 36:15
"But by means of their suffering, he rescues those who suffer. For he gets their attention through adversity." NLT

Have you ever noticed how some Christians can just not be stopped? They have accomplished much despite adversity. They refuse to be controlled by their circumstances. They look fear in the eye and come out rejoicing. Nothing --- their circumstances, lack of funds or pain holds them back from doing God's will.

Read on and see what God can do with A Little Adversity!

Banish a murderer for life --- you have a Moses
Riddled with fear and running away --- you have a Jonah
Penniless and living in the wilderness --- you have a John the Baptist
Filled with doubt, fear and cowardice --- you have a Peter
A thorn in his flesh and lock him in prison --- you have a Paul
Raised in poverty by candle light --- you have an Abraham Lincoln
Born black subject to racial discrimination --- you have a Martin Luther King Jr.
Put him in prison for a crime --- you have a Chuck Colson
Cripple her --- you have a Joni

Prayer: Father thank you that A Little Adversity today gives way to glory forever in your kingdom. In the name of the Lord Jesus Christ.

Well, the "here" didn't work, but the link does, so guess that's okay.

I have to leave now to take Abby halfway home to meet her Daddy.  Back later.

 :)  Hi to all .   I finally got back to post.   Well  much has been going on in our lives. My wife has had a couple of doctor app. and then we both saw our regular doctor on Friday for the regular check up.  We have been busy with our grandchildren.

Some bad news two of our kids were let go from there jobs last week and this is so hard as my son had a very well paying job.  It is so hard for our young people these days when this happens. :)

The mission that I volunteer at is doing very well last year they started a program called Redeemed Goods and this done in a store type setting to help get people back into the work force.  They mostly have been involved in drugs or are alcoholic's or from a bad family life.  This is for ladies.

Then just recently they have started one for men and I hope to be able to help in this program.  So things are exciting as this moves along.  The Lord is so good and it is so wonderful to see these people changing there lives and going back to there  families and to stop drinking and many other things.

Janet:  Those are early hours I know how hard it was to get up and be at work on time.  We pray that the Lord will continue to give you strength.  That first coffee is always good. :coffee:

Judy B:  Hi Sis.  Boy you have been having your fun with your vehicle I do hope that John was able to get it working so that there will be know more problems.  I don't know if you remember your dads friend from North Bay called Bill Storey who drove for Gray Coach well I had a very long conversation with him today and he is doing fairly well.  He did remember Pat and You.  He may give you a call. <3

Etta Sue:  Hope that you are looking after your self and you always sound very busy.  God Bless you.

Colin:   WHERE ARE YOU.  DON'T BE SHY WE MISS YOU.

Well must go for now keep praying for each others prayer requests as there are so many. <3

Right, Gord, that first  :coffee: really hits the spot; unfortunately, when I am working, I don't get a break to have that  :coffee: until 9 o'clock!

It was an unbelievable 69 degrees here today, but windy.

Hi everyone.  I got back home about 3:30 today from my weekend out of town.  We had a good meeting but didn't finish until a little after one pm today.  I was tired when I got home and took a couple of hours nap.  I have been trying to catch up on the computer.

I was concerned my room would be cold in the motel but it was very comfortable and a very nice room.  Today we had some rain and by the time we got on the road this afternoon and got home the sky was clear and it was much warmer.  Right now it is 47 degrees. 

Well, those of you who have been in the past members of SeniorNet, did you all get your email today about their huge donation that they received for the Learning Centres?

Interesting.  No discussions back yet.

Yup ... got the email.  From what I've been reading, I don't think they plan to bring the discussions back, Pat.   :-\

Gord:  Sorry that your two sons have lost jobs.  My best to them.  We went through a grim time in our life - it can be overcome.  Tell them to keep faith. 

Thankful that we could take an hour walk again tonight.  Both of us taking Ibuprophen for various pains.  It gets old. 

I was reading my home town's newspaper (Seattle) and it is so totally biased that they should be ashamed but they think they are fair.  Unreal. 

I will look at my email.  The place is ready for cousin & wife tomorrow.  Want to bet that he will ask how much we are paying for rent?  Don said he would bet me that my cousin would ask - I would never ask anyone.  I don't care. 

 :)  Carol:   It was one of my sons that lost there job and also my daughter.  The big concern is that it takes at least two weeks for there unemployment pays to come through.  We just hope that they all can make there mortgage payments.

Well it is very late must hit the sack.  God bless to all.  Gord. <3

Gord, I'm so sorry.

Hi everyone.  I had a good nights sleep and am ready to leave for coffee.  It looks like it will be nice here today.  I have a luncheon today but the rest of the day is free. 

Gord, sorry to hear of the job loses for your children.  So far our son has been able to hold on to his fairly new job.  It is associated with the car industry but not for American cars.  They have had layoffs but he works in the Human Resources department and handles the payroll. 

I got the message from SN last night and looked further at their homepage.  I agree with Jane in feeling that there is no inclination to bring back the discussions as a part of the organization. Our Learning Center leaders are meeting with a lawyer today to discuss the pro and cons of leaving SN.

Carol, some people are just very inquisitive and want to know things.  :)  Hope you enjoy your visit with relatives. 

I got the email from SrNet.  Truly, I didn't know they had anything but discussions.  Hope their move to DC was not in vain.  But I don't think many would return to SrNet even if they started up discussions again. 

I am in a hurry and ready to head out the door to my urologists.  I have done my homework and want to discuss a few things with her...hopefully after she says my bladder looks clean! 

Everyone take care in this changing weather.  At least we don't have to go to the mailbox today! 

Forgot to say, Janet ~ thanks for the devotion.  Very thought provoking!! 

And Hi to All!

You're welcome, Etta Sue.

Gord, sorry about the kids' jobs.  I'm about ready to give my job to someone; problem is, it wouldn't make them a living wage.

Carol, glad you're having nice weather where you are.  I guess you could use Ann Landers' method of answering nosy questions.  She always said to look them in the eye and ask, "Now, why would you ask me a question like that?"  Might work, but with some people, I don't know.

I need to go spend time with Beth today, sorting out the stuff in all of her drawers--paper stuff.  Probably 90% of it is trash, but it isn't something the girls who work there would know what to do with.  Also, she is selling a big locking cabinet out of her house to someone, and I have to go clean that out, as well.  Yesterday, she threatened to go on a hunger strike, stop eating altogether.  I told them that she will eat when she gets hungry, I know Beth!  She was upset because they had food she can't manage, and she wanted one of the girls she likes a lot to help her.  And she refuses to sit with the others who have to be fed.  The nurse told her she can have only three of her girls in the dining room, that they can't spare one just exclusively to help Beth.  So she said, "Well, I just won't eat, then!"  :-\  We are trying to force her to do what little she can still do, for herself.  And some of the girls baby her too much. So it's always something.

What will Senior Net consist of, if they do away with the discussions?  And what will the huge donation be used for, anyway?  Sounds strange to me.

I slept poorly again, and got up late.  So it's time to get with it!

Glad to see you're home safely, Larry.

 Janet, a Good devotional today . Surely gives you lots to ponder
Gord-it seems the story all over that people are being let go from their job.
I am glad the Lord said he watches  over us and knows our needs/
-seems like a good program that you have going there. may God bless you for giving of your time to help others who need to know the love of God in action.
Hello Pat, Marylin, Carol , Etta Sue, Larry, Al and to all here <3

Cold here on the island.  Here in my world, we still have snow and ice all over the ground.  Went to Victoria and no snow.....sort of like being in another province.  At least it isn't raining today :)

My daughter & SIL went away for a couple of days rest.  He plans to ski a little...hope it doesn't mean anything gets hurt!  Wendy will stay in the condo they rented for three days.  At least it will give her some badly needed quiet time.  We have been having a lot of slides and stuff here and the slopes are dangerous at the moment.  She may spend most of the time worrying :-\.

Amanda is looking for work without much success.  I am getting too old for all this worrying....Sorry about your kids job loss, Gord.  Seems as if the world has gone completely mad.  I wish it were at least possible to get to a church.  Feel so lost without that to give encouragement.  The TV churches are a poor sub. and seem to be getting worse by the moment.  Guess that I am just getting sad from all the cold and lack of sunshine.  Must keep thinking SPRING!

Agree that Sr. Net seems to have taken a different and not too great direction.  Did enjoy the discussions and found some of them quite helpfull.  Especially enjoyed the pet sites and also the computer site was often interesting.  People were quite civil there.....

Time to go and get busy.  I hope that you can get Beth to feel better about things, Janet.  Must be so hard for both of you.  I will continue to remember her in prayer.  Also, glad that your dog is okay, Marilyn.  I have to get Misty in for her yearly shots...not looking forward to trying to encourage her into the carrier.... ::)

Thanks for the devotional, Janet.  It helps to remember that God is in control and good things do happen.  We have to do our part...right!

In answer to your question about crispy critters, Al.  I do not have an answer.  Feel a bit more like a 'lame duck' at this point in time...

Pleasant Day/Evening and God Bless.

Liz

Gord:  It surely hurts and worries a parent when we hear of job losses.  Such a dark time for so many people.  There is the mortgage & the heat & food - just overwhelming.

Liz:  Spring will be coming soon - hang in there.


Melody:  Hi back to you!  Take care.

Janet:  My prayers continue.

I have a pair of pants and a top outside drying after soaking & washing - I opened a can of anchovies for Don's side of the pizza & the oil popped out all over me.  Yuk.  Just hoping that my clothes are OK because I like these old duds.  Have a flank steak marinating for tonights meal with cousin & wife arriving.  Love those sales & this is easy to BBQ on the grill. 

Hi, friends, Well, I'm peeking in while resting again. Little by little I'm seeing progress at the apartment. Will most likely begin sleeping there on Thursday. My son from Atlanta, daughter who lives nearby and son who lives with me are going to get most of my stuff moved that day.

Y'all have a wonderful few days. Will get my internet and tv hookup done on Saturday morning, so maybe life will simmer down then.  :)

Ruth Ann

This has been another of "one of those days".  My hours have been cut.  That means Kassie's piano lessons will be cut.  There is always a domino effect isn't there.

The weather is considerable milder.  Van started juft fine today  That was a good thing.

I must go I have a lot to get done tonight.  On the other hand....I may just vegetate as I am off tomorrow.

Good night all

Carol--anchovies??  YUK!!  I hope your clothes recover!

Liz, I wish I could send you some sunshine and warm weather.  It was 73 here today.  We are concerned that the sap will rise in the fruit trees, then the cold will come and kill them.  So it isn't all good to have such unseasonably warm weather.  Hope Wendy and hubby have a nice trip and get some R & R.  Best wishes to Amanda in her job hunt.

I am bushed tonight.  I spent several hours in Beth's room, sorting out all kinds of paper stuff, mail, etc.  Most was trash, but you don't dare just pitch it all.  I did find a check from the electric company which should have been cashed weeks ago.  (Capital Credits refund.)

I am working again tomorrow.   :P  Not looking forward to it, as I am stiff and sore.  I did walk about a mile today on the treadmill.  But I sure need to get back into stretching and weight lifting; just cannot seem to get with it again.

Judy, sorry your hours were cut.  You are welcome to work for me tomorrow. ;)  Too bad about the piano lessons, but I sure understand.  Hope Kassie does!

Ruth Ann, good to see you!  We will all heave a big sigh of relief when you get all moved and settled.  God bless you.

I have to go out and unlock Beth's house, because Jennifer and her husband are coming to get that cabinet they are buying from Beth.  And I have some stuff in the car that I brought home from her room that I need to unload, too.

Have a good night, sweet dreams, and a pleasant Tuesday.

Hi everyone.  I am watching the Today Show and all the activities in Washington, D.C.  Regardless of our political views, this is a history making day.  I sure wouldn't care to be in Washington as it is really cold.  I just heard them say that the city is locked down at two miles from the Capitol.  I hope all goes well.

Janet, sorry that Beth is struggling so and I know that makes things so difficult for you.  However, just remember we can't live someone else's life--we can just be there to support them and do what we can to aid that support. 

Regarding SeniorNet.  I have been involved with the Learning Centers since shortly after the time the website started.  The organization was created specifically to train seniors in using computers and the vehicle was the Learnining Centers.  This involved helping communities set up these centers, providing initial financial support and software and instructional materials.  Over the years many of these centers have matured and no longer really get much from SeniorNet although they continue to pay a portion of the fees they collect for their classes to the Headquarters.  Initially SN had a place on AOL and then later decided to open a world-wide web presence.  However, this has never been their main focus.  I hope this provides a little background of the situation.  It is a shame that the discussions seem to have gone away but seniors are resilant and are finding ways to accomplish the discussion needs thanks to folks like Pat Scott and also others who have stepped forward and provided a web presence.

Time to leave for coffee and then have a busy morning.

Hey Marilyn!  Where you at?


Morning everyone.

:)
Samantha

Samantha I am here reading, not much to say. will send you an email.

I just turned on the TV and missed the swearing in of the new president by a few minutes.  Just now watching PAST President Bush leaving Washington as a civilian in the United States of America helicopter.  Sad time for some...happy time for others!

I got a great report from my Urologist yesterday and may even have a solution to my problems that may be made by surgery.  I am mulling it over a few days but things look positive. 

Today is Euchre day.  Ivalou will be driving since it isn't bad out.  It will be a fun day. 

Tomorrow Kitty and I are planning on going downtown Indy to the Indiana State Museum and have lunch at the L.S. Ayres Tea Room.  Then we want to go to the White River Gardens and go see the Butterfly Museum.  We plan to take our cameras.  Thursday is Kitty's birthday so this is for her birthday! 

I may not be here tomorrow...also have a Projection Team meeting at church tomorrow evening.

We have had the introduction of a President.   Compare that to this introduction by a black man as well..

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yEMrz0QhhA0

Janet: Thanks for the devotional. 

Here it is Tuesday, Mel & I went to the last company breakfast as we are now fully retired.  Mel had been a spare driver helping them out lots with no real rewards only verbal, yes I got the verbal as well but I was presented with a huge framed picture of the children's first day of school waiting for their school bus to arrive, a very big surprise for myself and another long time driver. (Jackie).  The picture will be hung in our living room as that seems to be the only place.

Larry: I never did sign up with Sr Net and now I am wondering if it is a dying site, do I not bother?

Janet: Beth's acceptance of her health problems must be very difficult and for you as well.

Pat:   If it makes you feel some better I have been told that Nobleton has much more snow than Guelph.  Already I wish it would go away. The snow I mean.

It is getting late and dinner is ready.

Hi, Kids.  I worked today, then went by to pick up Beth's Valentine cards to address for her.  We were too late for Christmas cards with hers and John's photo, so we are sending Valentines instead.  So I need to get them ready, lest they be late!

I am helping my sister write a book.  I contributed a lot of the story; also will be doing the editing of it.  That will save a lot of money.

Boy, I'm tired today.  I slept very fitfully, then went into a sound, deep sleep just before the alarm sounded.  I really had trouble getting myself roused and up and going.  But I had a good day at work.  I made some awesome pecan pies!  The residents made a point to come and tell me how much they enjoyed them.  That makes it worth it.

Better get to the addressing!

Janet good for you with the book.  It may be tough going, but the end product will be worth it all.  Hope you got those addresses all done.  That is quite a job.

It has been quiet in here for the last few days.  Wake up everyone it is morning!!!

God Bless
judy

Hello Everyone...

It's been very cold here in Falls Church, VA   I almost feel it more than (when the temperature says it's colder) up in Guelph.  It's a warmer day today though.  Geordie is enjoying himself down here.

We're off to Winchester today to work on things.


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I had this devotional come into my email box today.  Thought I'd share it with you all.


January 21st
READ: Mark 11:1-25 (http://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Mark%2011:%201-25&version=50)

    Therefore I tell you, whatever you ask for in prayer, believe that you have received it, and it will be yours. And when you stand praying, if you hold anything against anyone, forgive him so that your Father in heaven may forgive you your sins (Mark 11:24-25).

What Jesus is saying is, "The great hindrance to having faith in God is pride, the pride that refuses to forgive. That is like a mountain that fills up your whole life. All you can see is that big mountain looming before you, and it is blocking the life of God in your life. You have the power to have that removed if, when you stand and pray, you will forgive those who have offended you." Because the only thing that stops us from forgiving one another is pride. We feel justified in wanting others to forgive us but also in feeling that we have to exact a price for the hurt they have caused us. So, in many ways—subtle, or direct and open—we insist that we will not forgive, that our offenders have to pay for what they have done to us. Somehow, we are going to make them crawl, make them beg or plead for forgiveness. "And that," Jesus says, "is a great mountain that needs to be removed, for it is blocking the flow of the life of God to your faith." So when you stand and pray, life will flow from God when you are able to recognize that you, too, need forgiveness. God has forgiven you. God has offered it freely to you; give it just as freely to the one who has offended you.

After many years of ministry, I can recite evidence by the yard that this is true. The one thing above all else that seems to block the flow of the life of God to an individual, to a church, or to a nation, is this unwillingness to forgive, this holding of grudges, this desire to put somebody down in order to feel good yourself, this unwillingness to set these things aside and let God heal all the hurts of life.

That is why Jesus puts His finger on this one thing. Is this not amazing? The nation Israel lost its life because it would not forgive the Gentiles, the Romans, who had offended and grieved it. Instead, it gathered its robes of self-righteousness about it and looked with pride up to God and said, "I thank God I am not like these other people." God says that is what ends the life of a nation. That is what ends the life of a church. And that is what ends the spiritual life of an individual, as it cuts him or her off.

    Father, how many times I have refused the forgiving word, the restoring act, only to be tormented by fears and anxieties and worries. Thank You for the forgiveness that is mine in Jesus Christ. Teach me to extend it to those around me.

AMEN Pat.  It is sometimes so hard to forgive those who have hurt you, but that little work "as" in the Lords prayer is so important.  Praying for forgiveness and asking God to give the feelings, like the cars of a train come after the engine.  The feelings come after the act of obedience.

Have a good day everyone.

Forgiveness is one of the most necessary things in the Christian life, but, in my humble opinion, one of the most missunderstood.  It isn't saying the other person is right.  It isn't changing our opinion of what's been done.  It isn't any kind of magical act that pushes the wrong suffered out of the mind.  Rather, it's a deliberate commitment to cease dealing with the wrong suffered.  It's saying, "I refuse to bring this up again. I refuse to mull it over in my mind.  I dismiss it from any and all conscious deliberation.  Simply put, I'm not going to deal with it any longer, and I'm going to leave it with God alone.  I will not seek retribution, retaliation, or anything else.  Unless you bring it up again or unless you commit again the act that started the whole thing in the first place, I will not henceforth even bring it up. 

Simply put, you can't change your feelings, but you can change your response.

Quote from: JudyB on January 20, 2009, 02:39:27 PM
We have had the introduction of a President.   Compare that to this introduction by a black man as well..

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yEMrz0QhhA0

I've seen this before, but is sure was refreshing to see it again.

Thanks Judy

Ed That video had me in tears.  Amazing clip.

Al Many times a person can be so in the thick of things that the "problem" is their life.  In times like this we need to be constantly forgiving and then praising God for what he "HAS" done.  Good praise music at times like this really helps keep the mind focused.

Thanks, Janet, for the devotional for this week...

And, thanks to you, Pat, for today's devotional message.  Al, I agree with every word you wrote!  I believe God does, as well. :)

I'm leaving for my appointment with the doctor in a few minutes ... Then, when I'm through there, I have to return my car to the mechanic for installation of the cam sensor that didn't arrive yesterday.  I should be all ship-shape by this afternoon.

Marilyn:  My password wasn't working on Facebook - I sent a message to you.  Now to remember to check it out!

Cool this morning but will be into high 70's here today.  A bit of rain tomorrow.  Cousin left & he did not ask how much we were paying in rent.  A big step for him!  He testifies a lot & they are having problems with a few mutual relatives who are tired of it - I know there is a fine line there. I am sure that I don't testify enough & hope that my lifestyle shows something even if it isn't always spoken. 

Washing clothes - Janet, I spilled sewing machine oil on blouse & pants so am soaking & working on that problem.  Two big spills in one week -  :-[

Try some oxy clean or some spray and wash on those spills.  I find the spray and wash works well.

AL--that is one of the best explanations of what forgiveness is I have ever read!!  Right on!!

I got up early, was at the hospital at eight, the Home brought Beth--then they tell us she is FIFTH in line for surgery and it likely won't be until about NOON.  :-\ :(  So after making sure she was comfortably settled on her gurney, I came home because in my haste, I had forgotten to take my pills before I left.  Now I must get back up there and probably do more waiting..........

I will be back later to report results.  Thanks for praying.

Janet What an ordeal.  Yes am praying.

In all my reading here I missed something, Beth is having surgery today?

My friend Willa (83) who goes to Curves with me every day, Jane you  met her fell this morning at Curves and broke her hip. We were getting ready to leave, she was standing on one of the recovery stations talking to another lady, she turned and stepped off with one foot and down she went. The last I heard about ½ hour ago is they were waiting for the Orthopedic surgeon to arrive.
She sure can use your prayers, I already called our Pastor and told him. I  praise God for friends like  Willa.

Carol I got your message.

I got the same devotional as Pat in my email this morning. Thanks you Jesus for your forgiveness.

Not a good age to take a tumble  like that.  Yes I am praying.

I am working with Elizabeth in memorizing Scripture.  She has just about got Psalm 1 memorized.  This is a good review for me too.  Kassie has chosen not to memorize the Psalm but she sure is getting the points out of it.  Next we are going to Romans 12.  We will be done Psalm 1 this week.  Anyone want to join us for Romans 12?  we will be starting it on Monday.  Let me know.  She writs out a verse on an index card and takes it with her to school everyday and reviews it as she is able.  In the morning we go over the verses that she knows and then add the next verse.  She is learning well.  Interestingly since we have started she has become a happier person.  I find that interesting!

Hi everyone from a very cold Georgia.  It was 17 degrees this morning and when I came back from coffee this morning I saw the post office had delivered a box that contained ink cartridges I had ordered.  It had been at the mailbox since late yesterday afternoon.  I have called the company to ask if the cartridges would have been damaged from the obvious freezing.

Janet, I must have missed something in an earlier posting as can't recall why Beth was having surgery.  I am praying that all has gone well for her today.

Marilyn, so sorry to hear of Willa's fall and know she has some tough days ahead.

Carol, I hope you are enjoying the warm weather.

I appreciated the thoughts expressed on forgiveness.  Al, your words were very profound.

This morning was Bible study with the pastor.  We had a good group out even with the cold weather.  Several of the group went on to the donut place for some fellowship time today and then Pat and I stopped at our recently reopened Cafe and had a sandwich for lunch.  It was very good and they have really changed the looks of the place and cleaned it up very nicely.  I have choir practice tonight.

Good to see all of the other postings.

Good day to all.
See the prayer needs here and praying.
It has been a beautiful cool day here today
Good to read about forgiveness. I believe forgiveness releases an individual from being held captive by  any thing negative . <3

Thank You, Father, for teaching us that You know all things.  I don't know much about Beth's situation, but I know You know all.  Oh grant, i pray, Your special mercy so that the physicians will have Your wisdom and insight, and so that everything will go very, very well.  Oh let this be done through our Lord, Jesus Christ.

Amen to Al's Prayer

I am finally home, so tired I can barely hold up my head.  Instead of 8:30 OR noon, Beth finally was taken in for her surgery at 2:00, and came out of recovery at 3:30.  The surgeon removed about 18 neurofibromas.  That was the reason for the surgery--some of the neuros had changed, engorged with blood and started bleeding and hurting, and refused to heal.  Beth looks pretty bad; lots of sutures, several places on her face, her shoulder, one breast and he removed a big cluster of them from her back, which the sling on the lift they use in moving her was irritating.  Now is the hard part--keeping from injuring the sites until they can heal.  No bandages, so they are seeping and running.  He even removed two from her eyelid that were starting to interfere with her sight!

Anyway, thanks for the prayers, and I will be back.  I need some rest; am working again at 6 AM.  :P  I knew I should have quit!

I was wondering how many times now I have sat waiting while Beth was undergoing some kind of exam, surgery or procedure.  Lots!  But I am so thankful the Lord has allowed me to be here for her every time she needs me.  God is so good!!

Oh, Janet - peace and prayers for you and Beth.

Marilyn:  Sorry for your friend's fall.  It can certainly happen in an instant - a prayer for her tonight. 

JudyB:  I did get that stain out with my stick of Shout & soaking for hours.  How sweet that your little ones are memorizing - One of our sons refused to memorize for confirmation and barely made it through but he did know it all at the last minute.  He really got that pastor upset. 

I made a pot of veggie soup & added ground beef at the last minute then brought some to a neighbor here and we had it for our dinner tonight.  Enjoying the weather - Larry - I notice that there are a couple of days that the temp is the same here as the Denver area so they are way above normal at home.  Rain is expected here tomorrow which should settle the dust at least. 

For some reason, I missed getting "notified" since this morning.   :-\ 

I made it to the doctor and, as I expected, he ordered several tests.  I hadn't eaten anything because I figured that would happen.   ;)  He's checking my thyroid again (it's been a year since the last labs on that) and for diabetes (  ??? ) and to find out if I'm "losing iron" ... and a couple other things.  The results should be back by Friday, he said, so I will call then and see what they can tell me.

I took my car back to the mechanic and got the cam sensor installed ... only came to $147.49 so that's done ... then, this evening after retrieving my car, I came home and sat down to watch TV. I took my glasses off and had them on my lap ... and promptly fell asleep!   Well, a few minutes later, the phone rang so I jumped up to answer it ... wrong number ... and poured a cup of coffee than looked for my glasses .......... yup, they were on the floor in front of my recliner and one lens was out and the frame was all out of shape!   Good thing I live close to Wal-Mart and the Vision Center was still open.  Whew....

Janet, I'm glad Beth (finally) came through the surgery, but I know how much this takes out of you -- and her -- As Al prayed, I agree ... Sorry you have to work again in the morning.  Yup, you shoulda quit when you had the first inkling that it was the thing to do ..... I pray God will give you strength.

I have a couple issues I am dealing with at the moment, but I know God is able to handle it all with amazing ease!   ;)  I am just leaving it all on the back burner to simmer and awaiting His solutions.  One day at a time and that day in His loving care. 

Gotta go ... my fire is about to go out.  See y'all later -- or in the morning.   :)

QuoteThank You, Father, for teaching us that You know all things.  I don't know much about Beth's situation, but I know You know all.  Oh grant, i pray, Your special mercy so that the physicians will have Your wisdom and insight, and so that everything will go very, very well.  Oh let this be done through our Lord, Jesus Christ.

Amen and praying in agreement with Al for Beth <3

Al: Thanks for kind words about forgiveness - I will be making a copy to carry in my purse and Bible as I so very much needed that several yrs ago when someone shocked me to the core - infact it was so bad that I needed professional help . 

Janet: Prayers for you and Beth

In a very few minutes I am leaving to do some errands and stop for lunch at Wendy's Rest.

Ruth

Janet ~ So sorry that Beth had to have another surgery but I am praying that she will be much more comfortable and possibly more mobile because of the surgery.  And Janet...QUIT WORKING.  You have too much on your plate for a job.  Especially a job that you hurt afterwards! Take a job teaching painting or something you really like!

JudyB ~ I heard somewhere someplace that to memorize scripture to not have the written words out in front of you after awhile but to have the first letters of each word.  Example: 

John 3:16 NIV
"F G s l t w t h g h o a o S,
t w b i h s n p b h e l.

Liz ~ I  love 'Dewey'!  On chapter 9.  Reading a chapter every night before going to sleep.

Sorry I wasn't here yesterday but I knew it would be a full day.  Kitty and I left at 9:30.  I set my GPS for the Indiana State Museum.  Well, it took me to the old museum but I knew it was west so I found it with no problem.  Kitty had eaten at the L.S. Ayres Tea Room as a little girl when it was at L.S. Ayres (closed now) but this one is at the museum.  I had a wonderful Ham Loaf, mashed potatoes and mixed veggies that I usually don't eat (squash, zucchini, red bell pepper strips, onions) but I do believe these were in butter and they were delicious.  And of course, poppy seed rolls.  And Kitty remember as a little girl she always got the Snow Princess dessert.  So we ordered one each of those.  We felt like little girls when our dessert came.  The skirt was a pound cake baked in a round bowl.  Then hollowed out and filled with ice cream.  Then turned upside down and covered with sugary meringue with sprinkles and fruit slices trimming the bottom of the skirt.  Then they place a ceramic doll on top (waist up doll)...the Snow Princess.  Delicious.

Then we went to the Indianapolis Zoo to go to the White River Gardens and see the Tropical Adventure.  We were disappointed in the lack of blooms but the event just started Jan 17th.  But we had the green house all to ourselves and took lots of pictures. 

All and all I think Kitty had a memorable birthday celebration.

Then last night I went to church for the Projection Team meeting.  Ruth Ann, the minister's wife, and I were the only ones to show up.  She called the secretary and she came.  So the three of us learned a lot about the making of the cue lists so we each can make them now if needed. 

Also I have been asked to take impromptu photos of the church, congregation and class rooms while in session for our Church Directory that will be made in February!  That's an honor. 

Now today I am relaxing.  I have already taken my trash and stopped at Ivalou's and she cut my hair...getting shaggy!  Now it is time for lunch and then I am putting on a pot of chili to eat for the next few days. 

Please, everyone have a God-filled day!

Hi everyone.  Just back from helping a choir member with some computer problems she was having.  It is warmer here today so not so unpleasant to be outside.  It is 47 degrees here and suppose to go to 51 degrees.

Janet, glad that surgery is behind Beth and expect she is pretty uncomfortable today with all those places where the skin would have been cut.  Hope she heals quickly.  Sorry to read that you had to work today.

Etta Sue, what a busy day you had last night.  It sounds like you are becoming very busy at your new church.  They obviously know talent when they see it.

Jane, glad you got your car back with no larger bill than you had.  Hope you get good results from your blood tests.

Time for a little rest after a busy morning.  Four of us did the mile+ walk at the church gym this morning.

Thanks Al for the great words on forgiveness.  They are ones that I will try to remember the next time I find myself carrying a grudge.  "Unless you bring it up again or unless you commit the act again that started the whole thing in the first place, I will not henceforth even bring it up." 

Ed and Janet - please be aware that I've slightly edited my statement about forgiveness.  Hope it reads better now.  Thanks for your words about it.

I'm home after a 12 hour day, and my tail feathers are dragging.  After work, I went to see how Beth was doing, then had to go to another meeting of the moving committee at the home; then Mom wanted me to read the newspapers to her---thankfully, not the whole things but just all the obituaries.  ::)  I told her that her name was missing, so she could sleep well tonight.

Beth is feeling pretty bad; didn't even have them get her out of bed today.  She looks like she ran through a barbed-wire fence, and her eyes are pretty swollen.  She had a headache, too.  And was asking for her ice packs to be refilled.  So we got those things taken care of, then I had to go to that meeting.

No, unfortunately, this will not give Beth any mobility back.  But the nature of neufibromas is that if they change, they are at risk of turning cancerous.  So because of the ones that were bleeding and not healing, they decided to go ahead and just remove them.  I hated for her to have to go through it, but she didn't seem concerned about it.  I'm not sure she was too happy about it today, though.  I just hope they heal quickly and don't leave too bad scars.

Jane, sorry about your problems, but you sure know WHO holds all the answers!  If we didn't know He is in control, what on earth would we do?

Etta Sue, you are right, I do need to quit.  I talked it over with Darrel and he agrees that whatever I want to do is fine.  He is so good about that; pretty much lets me do whatever I want; but isn't afraid to express an opinion, either.  Our two young Mennonite girls are both quitting next month to go do missionary work for a time, so they don't want me leaving, too.  But......I probably wont go back, after we get home from this next trip.

They are predicting some cold and snow for us, starting about Tuesday.  That's probably good, at least for the trees and such.  We have really been spoiled with the nice weather this winter.  I call it (so far) the winter that wasn't!

Carol, a big pot of soup sure sounds good!

I know I haven't addressed everyone; please forgive me.  I will do better when I am not so exhausted.

Here is some fun for you!  :)


Poke and prod the spider with  your  mouse ,  also 'grab' one of its legs with your mouse and  drag it around  the  screen  -- tell me it's not alive!
Also anywhere on the map use arrow and  then hit the space  bar and it leaves little bugs, watch the  spider go after them; this is pretty clever - and creepy too!
   
  click here:
http://www.onemotion.com/flash/spider/ 

And some food for thought.  I know this has been around before, but it really is worth reading again.  I don't know why it didn't copy in red and blue, but you can tell who is speaking.






THE LORD'S PRAYER ANSWERED
Rather cleverly done.
This is in two parts,
the prayer ( in blue type ) and
GOD ( in red type)
in response.
It is very good.
*****************************************************
Our Father Who Art In Heaven.
Yes?
Don't interrupt me. I'm praying.
But -- you called ME!
Called you?
No, I didn't call you.
I'm praying.
Our Father who art in Heaven.
There -- you did it again!
Did what?
Called Me.
You said,
'Our Father who art in Heaven'
Well, here I am.
What's on your mind?
But I didn't mean anything by it.
I was, you know, just saying my prayers for the day.
I always say the Lord's Prayer.
It makes me feel good,
kind of like fulfilling a duty.
Well, all right.
Go on.
Okay, Hallowed be thy name . .
Hold it right there.
What do you mean by that?
By what?
By 'Hallowed be thy name' ?
It means. .  it means. . good grief,
I don't know what it means.
How in the world should I know?
It's just a part of the prayer.
By the way, what does it mean?
It means honored, holy, wonderful.
Hey, that makes sense.
I never thought about what 'hallowed' meant before.
Thanks.
Thy Kingdom come,
Thy will be done,
on earth as it is in Heaven.
Do you really mean that?
Sure, why not?
What are you doing about it?
Doing? Why, nothing, I guess.
I just think it would be kind of neat if you got control,
of everything down here like you have up there.
We're kinda in a mess down here, you know.
Yes, I know;
but, have I got control of You?
Well, I go to church.
That isn't what I asked you.
What about your bad temper?
You've really got a problem there, you know.
And then there's the way you spend your money --
all on yourself.
And what about the kind of books you read?
Now hold on just a minute!
Stop picking on me!
I'm just as good as some of the rest of those people at church!
Excuse ME.
I thought you were praying
for my will to be done.
If that is to happen,
it will have to start with the ones
who are praying for it.
Like you -- for example.
Oh, all right. I guess I do have some hang-ups.
Now that you mention it,
I could probably name some others.
So could I.
I haven't thought about it very much until now,
but I really would like to cut out some of those things.
I would like to, you know, be really free.
Good.
Now we're getting somewhere.

We'll work together -- You and ME.
I'm proud of You.
Look, Lord, if you don't mind,
I need to finish up here.
This is taking a lot longer than it usually does.
Give us this day, our daily bread.
You need to cut out the bread.
You're overweight as it is.
Hey, wait a minute! What is this?
Here I was doing my religious duty,
and all of a sudden you break in
and remind me of all my hang-ups.
Praying is a dangerous thing.
You just might get what you ask for.
Remember,
you called ME -- and here I am.
It's too late to stop now.
Keep praying. ( . . pause . )
Well, go on.
I'm scared to.
Scared? Of what?
I know what you'll say.
Try Me.
Forgive us our sins, as we forgive those who sin against us.
What about Ann?
See? I knew it!
I knew you would bring her up!
Why, Lord, she's told lies about me, spread stories.
She never paid back the money she owes me.
I've sworn to get even with her!
But -- your prayer --
What about your prayer?
I didn't -- mean it.
Well, at least you're honest.
But, it's quite a load carrying around all that bitterness
and resentment, isn't it?
Yes, but I'll feel better as soon as I get even with her.
Boy, have I got some plans for her.
She'll wish she'd never been born.
No, you won't feel any better.
You'll feel worse.
Revenge isn't sweet.
You know how unhappy you are --
Well, I can change that.
You can? How?
Forgive Ann.
Then, I'll forgive you;
And the hate and the sin,
will be Ann's problem -- not yours.
You will have settled the problem
as far as you are concerned.
Oh, you know, you're right.
You always are.
And more than I want revenge,
I want to be right with You . . (sigh).
All right, all right . .
I forgive her.
There now!
Wonderful!
How do you feel?
Hmmmm. Well, not bad.
Not bad at all!
In fact , I feel pretty great!
You know, I don't think I'll go to bed uptight tonight.
I haven't been getting much rest, you know.
Yeah, I know.
But, you're not through with your prayer, are you? Go on.
Oh, all right.
And lead us not into temptation,
but deliver us from evil.
Good! Good! I'll do that.
Just don't put yourself in a place
where you can be tempted.
What do you mean by that?
You know what I mean.
Yeah. I know.
Okay.
Go ahead. Finish your prayer.
For Thine is the kingdom,
and the power,
and the glory forever.
Amen.
Do you know what would bring me glory --
What would really make me happy?
No, but I'd like to know.
I want to please you now.
I've really made a mess of things.
I want to truly follow you.
I can see now how great that would be.
So , tell me . . .
How do I make you happy?
You just did.
______________________________

Now Please pass this on!!!   

Janet, my "problems" are certainly not problems ... just stuff.  I talked with my daughter Joy a couple days ago and again today and we are mulling over some things ... I told her we'll just leave it on the back burner to simmer and see how God turns it into a savory stew.... she agreed: we put the ingredients in the pot (keep adding) and let it simmer.  That, she says, is living by faith.   ;)

Doctor's office called this afternoon and all my test results are back and the only thing he had to say was for me to take OTC iron twice a day because, as I already knew, my iron is low.   ;)

Y'all take care, now, and I'll be back d'rectly ....  :D

Gord  John heard Noreen on WDCX last night1  Interesting!

Car started with little problem today.  I was expecting the worse.  Kass seems to have the secret touch and can start it when no one else can.

John has headed to N. Carolina and won't be home till Monday.  At least he is getting miles.  Truck drivers are paid for the most part by the mile not by the hour.

The girls are in to exams.  Kass has struggled with music from the beginning, but yesterday she passed athe playing part of the exam.  Now to get her through the studying and understanding the theory part.  Kass has English to get through.  It is a struggle for her.  I hated exams/school because every time I would go into an exan I would blank out and not remember any of what I learned, thus failled most of the exams.   Lets keep all our kids who are into exams in prayer that our Lord will bring to remembrance all they have learned.

Have a great day folks

Good morning!  I have been to my chiropractor (he even sent flowers to Beth, bless his heart!)  Now I need to do something with my hair and go to Beth's care plan meeting.  What I really want to do is rest. But it's okay, I am happy I am able to do stuff.  (Just wish somethimes there wasn't so MUCH stuff to do!)

Later........

JAnet you need to rest, Perhaps take an hour for yourself and put your feet up.

Janet: It is wonderful that your chiropractor took the time to brighten Beth's day.
Al & Pat: Again this morning I have re-read forgiveness so simple but so hard to apply.


I rec'd a call from a friend asking that I send an e-mail as they are having some sending and receiving issues with their mail, it seems that they are receiving but not sending.
   In a few minutes I will be finishing with some of my household stuff - washing floors with a mop an easy job.  Then I will be leaving to find suitable buttons for a coat, I would like to install a zipper but I do feel that the look of the coat would be destroyed and yes it is for my aunt not myself which makes a big difference about the way I would do the job no really I would do the same thing for myself.  I believe do it right or don't do it at all.

At the present time it is warmer but the deep freeze is to arrive by evening or tomorrow.

Have a great day    Ruth

Janet ~ You should have left out the word 'probably' when you said you would probably quit after this next trip.  I know we are suppose to think of others but sometimes when it comes to our health and well-being, we need to think of ourselves. 

Larry ~ Still enjoying Pandora.  I just added some artists.  It was kind of repeating the same songs.  And yes, I am enjoying being involved in my new little old church.

I called and made an appointment with the doctor that performs the InterStim Therapy.  It isn't until March 6th but that gives me time to think it over real good and go to Florida if Ivalou and I decided to do that.  Or at least somewhere for a few days! 

We are having a heat wave in Indiana today.  44°!!  WOW!!  It has been quite awhile since the temp has been in the 40's!  It is kind of overcast but once in a while that beautiful sun peeks out! 

It is dead here at the store.  I have had 2 customers all day. 

We have had freezing drizzle today, and we are expecting snow by this evening.  As Ruth said the temperature is to drop down to last weeks temperatures overnight.

In a presentation in Geography Kass told the class that there is good from the severe cold temperatures. 
In British Columbia there is the Pine Beetle destroying pine trees.  The only way to erradicate these beetles is with extreme cold.  I hope that the cold actually works!  The teacher was surprised that she knew that.

Well I am off yet again
JudyB

I just want to let you know that I am still  here reading all you posts without signing in.

I went to visit Willa yesterday Oh my she is in such excruciating pain when they move her or try to get her up to just stand beside the bed for a moment. The surgery  took only 45 minutes but they could not get the pain subdued so she was in the surgery until 11pm; they are giving her morphine every hour.  She will be there for a couple more days then on to rehab. They put in two rods in the shape of a 7 and some screws and pins. The break is below the hip.

I had my cholesterol blood tests done yesterday and have an appointment to see the Dr. on Monday for another  dose of liquid nitrogen on my nose and leg. So will get my test results at the same time.

I am doing a litle experiment in baking this morning, making an Apple Blackberry Crisp. I have been craving something sweet,  and this is better than cookies, candy or cake, at least this has fruit.

Signing off now.

I am so sorry for Willa.  This must be so hard on her.  Let her know I am praying.

I understand the craving for sweet.  I have some blackberry jam that I enjoy at times like that.

Marilyn, I'm so sorry about Willa.  One of our residents fell and broke her femur several weeks ago, and she was one of the most spry people there!  So sad...but she is back now, using a wheelchair and doing pretty well.  Now her husband is not doing well.

Beth's care plan was very frustrating.  She has been sleeping in her recliner for months until the past two nights.  They brought in a foam mattress which is much more comfortable for her, and yesterday she wasn't up at all.  Today, she was complaining that her knees won't bend without pain.  Can two nights and one day of them being straight have that much effect already?  :-\ :'(  Sometimes I wish I could just have a week of not trying to come up with solutions for her pain and problems.

And now I think I WILL take an hour and go put my feet up!  Thanks for the suggestion.  :)

Hi everyone.  We have had a truly beautiful day here with the temp getting up to 63 degrees.  Tomorrow is suppose to be only 56 but that is still desirable but we may get a little rain.

I had a very busy day and wore myself out.  After coffee we went walking at the gym.  Then I stopped at the library and then went with my friend Rod to look at computer monitors.  He is replacing his two 19 inch monitors with either 24 or 26 inch monitors.  We went to Sam's Club, Fry's, MicroCenter and finally Costco.  He didn't buy the monitors today but I was able to buy some medications that come over the counter and save a significant amount of money on them at Sam's and Costco.  We ate the the a Panda Express and that was my first time to eat there.  It was quite good.  Rod and I shared one order and it was more than enough.  I came home and took a nap as was beat.

Oh Janet.  There is so much pain for her and you.  I am praying.

Cold again today but the car started, so off tp praise team practise, and a visit with a good friend.

Back later.

So much pain and worry.  Marilyn and Janet, just know I am praying for your friends and loved ones and for each of you! 

Not much going on today.  No plans to leave the house other than the mailbox.  When it is this cold, I wish the mail was delivered at the house instead of a mailbox along side the road!   ::)

This afternoon I plan to work on my pictures that I took Wednesday while I was with Kitty.  Kitty also informed me that the Kokomo Photo Contest is a month early this year!  Not ready for that! 

I am off to work on my photos.

Hi everyone. 

I see it is very quiet here today.  The sun has come out this afternoon after some light rain this morning.  We went to a meeting this morning and then out to lunch with 5 other friends at our recently opened Grayson Cafe.  We had a good lunch and probably will bypass dinner this evening or have something very light.

I spoke with our daughter while ago and she was upset that someone is chaining a bicycle and blocking the handicapped entrance to her apartment building.  She has complained several times to the management but the person continues to do this.  I told her I think the next time she found this I would contact the police and file a complaint.  Undoubtedly this violates the ADA laws.  There are several people in the apartments that are in wheelchairs and this is the only entrance that has a card system to automatically open a double doors. 

Hello Everyone...

I have just finished reading all of your posts.  I was away from the internet while in Winchester but we came home last evening and today I'm doing laundry and trying to get caught up on my email.  I still have over 100 to go.  I get a devotional everyday from the same man that I already posted earlier this week and I'm going to post this one that came in while I was away from the computer.

It meant a lot to me.

From the writings of Ray Stedman...



    "For this reason a man will leave his father and mother and be united to his wife, and the two will become one flesh." So they are no longer two, but one (Mark 10:7-8).

There are a great many implications in this statement. First, you recognize that it does away with all such notions as "homosexual marriages." There are no such things. These pathetic misrepresentations are but a poignant commentary upon the twisted, distorted ideas that prevail in society today. It takes a man and a woman to be married. Marriage is one man and one woman, and it always has been, from the beginning.

But what our Lord makes clear is that this relationship is the highest relationship possible in life. It takes priority over all others. Closer even than the tie of blood is that of marriage, in the mind and heart of God. It is a closer relationship than with any children who follow. People are to become husbands and wives before they become fathers and mothers. This indicates a priority of relationship. A man is closer to his wife, and a wife to her husband, than they will ever be to their children. Though we may not feel that way, nevertheless, it is the truth.

What, then, is the purpose in marriage? It is to become one. This is what marriages are for. Two people who are disparate, distinct, and different individuals, with different personalities, different gifts, blending their lives together so that through the process of the years they become one flesh--that is what marriage is. It is not something that happens instantaneously when you get married. The wedding service does not make you one. The first act of sex after marriage does not make you one. It begins the process, but it does not finish it. It takes the whole marriage to accomplish this. Marriage is the process of two people becoming one.

Therefore man and woman are not to live together as roommates. Marriage is not going your separate ways and having your separate careers and merely sharing a house and a bed together. Nor are they to split up over every problem or difficulty that arises between them; they are to work them out. They are not to separate; they are to choose to be together, to spend the rest of their lives together, in order that they might merge their lives together. Therefore they stop being rivals and start to become partners. A successful marriage, therefore, is not one without problems; it is one where the problems are being worked out, where the husband and wife do not split but stick together, face up to their problems, discover the hardness of heart that is there, and learn how God can soften it. In other words, it is a process, not a single production. It is a pilgrimage, not a six weeks' performance. It is intended to be a public portrayal, not a private predicament. It is a lifelong contract, not a renegotiable franchise, as many presume today.

    Thank You for these plain and clear words that help me understand what is involved when we choose a wife or husband and what Your purpose is in it. Help me to walk in these ways.

Only a few more minutes to vote!

Have you voted for the many wonderful scripture photos?

Please do.

Quote from: Pat on January 24, 2009, 06:06:57 PM



Only a few more minutes to vote!

Have you voted for the many wonderful scripture photos?

Please do.

Yup, I did, Pat ...  :thumbsup:

Me, too, but it was a hard job.

I scrapbooked today, but haven't felt well, and the longer the day went, the worse I felt, so gave up and came home.  I have drunk some green tea, taken some pain pills, and am going to bed.  I haven't felt this bad in a long, long time.  I think I have just gone beyond my endurance, and need to rest, as Judy and others have said.  :-\

Sorry this is short.

Janet, I'm sure you need to rest, bless your heart.  When we become too tired, emotionally and/or physically our bodies sometimes object by getting sick.  I'm praying for you tonight.

And for Willa too, Marilyn.

Tis Sunday morning - I need to get cracking in the next hour. 

Interesting thoughts on marriage - especially about the separate careers.  Our family does have a lot of separate career marriages - well, everyone is highly educated in different areas so that in itself creates a situation for a married couple.  They all work it out - just my thoughts.

Janet:  Just when will your extra work be over? 

Here comes the sun -

Hi everyone.  I am ready for church but it is still an hour before we will leave.  Other than church and perhaps getting lunch with friends there is nothing else on the agenda for today.  It is chilly here this morning but suppose to get up to the 50s, which will be nice.  It was very pleasant here yesterday afternoon when the sun came out and the temperature went up.

Pat, thanks for sharing the writing on marriage.  I certainly agree with what the man wrote.

Janet, you have been driving yourself for a long time and it is time for you to take time for yourself and recover.

I missed an entire page -

Marilyn:  So sorry about the pain for Willa

Janet:  Praying for Beth.

Praying for the release of pain for all.

Good Sunday Morning folks.

Another cold day here in the north, don't know yet if the car will start.

Janet you will e of no use to anyone if you get sick because you overextended yourself.  A friend once said once said that if we burn out for the Lord we are still out, no matter the reason.

This is the day the Lord has made, let us rejoice and be glad in it!

We had a slight snowfall last night.  Just enough to cover up the snow already around and make things even more slippery :(

Janet, you really do need to rest!  Judy is right...

Had an e-mail from my friend and they got another dachshund to play with Maddie.  Both dogs are retired moms and were used for that purpose by a good kennel in the states.  Maddie is 8 and the new dog is 5.  Sent a picture of Charles and it is cute to see this tall, lanky Texan, with a little dog tucked under each arm.  The dogs are happy together, so that will be nice as Maddie seemed lonely.

B. wants to go for an overnight in Victoria in a few weeks.  Without hubby or the dogs.  I could use a break from here...especially the cats.  Have to keep bringing Misty inside every little while, so she doesn't freeze her tush!  Never mind that I freeze in the process ;)

That is a nice article about marriage.  Only problem, in the real world, it only works if both partners want to make things work.  That is not something new and has never changed.   :)

I am going to go and finish painting a picture of roses.  Trying to think Spring!

Pleasant Day/Evening and God Bless.

Liz

Thanks, friends.  I love you all!

Good words on marriage, Pat.  I was too beat to read it last night, so just did.  He is right on.  Almost any difference can be worked out in a marriage, if both partners are willing to listen, negotiate with kindness, and give a little on what they expect from the other.

We went to church, now Darrel has come to tell me if I want a rib, they are done.  They do smell good.

I slept early, then woke up and was awake until 5:30 AM.  So I'm still tired.  I do believe I feel a nap coming on.  :sleepy:

Yesterday we went to Forest's basketball game in the morning then to the hospital to visit Willa. She is doing much better  and in a lot less pain. There has been someone staying the night with her every night she has been there, one night it was the Women's Ministry president and the other night family members. She had a problem with her heart Friday night so now they have her on oxygen.

Well we have decided to get a cat, not a barn cat but a kitten from a home.  We will have the chance to train it, and the girls and Cimi will love it.  The barn cat has been returned,  He was too wils, even though he did get rid of a large population of mice.  THat is the main downfall living in the country.  The other downfall is the distance to travel to town.

We are back from church, good message.  He was speaking on the church of Ephesus and how it relates to us as people today.   We finished with the hymn,   The Heart Of Worship, and told the story of Matt Redman's church.  They were doing everything right, right music, right band, right message and it all became routine and lost its "first Love.  As a result they cutout the band and music and came into the sanctuary to silence.  This song came out of that experience.  Lance brought up how God sees through us like we see through glass.  We are transparent to Him.  How many times do we try to hide our innermost feelings and motives.  We have lost our "first love".  He told of a new Christian reading through the new testament in 3 days and came back for more.  Received the old testament and read through that in 3 weeks.  He was enthralled with his "first love".  How many of us have lost our "first Love"?  Time to get back to Him.
   
The Heart Of Worship (When The Music Fades)
Verse 1
When the music fades
All is stripped away
And I simply come
Longing just to bring
Something that's of worth
That will bless your heart

Bridge
I'll bring You more than a song
For a song in itself
Is not what You have required
You search much deeper within
Through the way things appear
You're looking into my heart

Chorus
I'm coming back to the heart of worhip
And it's all about You
It's all about You, Jesus
I'm sorry, Lord, for the thing I've made it
When it's all about You
It's all about You, Jesus

Verse 2
King of endless worth
No one could express
How much you deserve
Though I'm weak and poor
All I have is yours
Every single breath
I'll bring you more than a song
I'll bring you more than a song
More than a song
I'll bring you more than a song
I'll bring you more than a song
You're looking into my heart
Looking into my heart
You're looking into my heart
Into my heart
I'll bring you more than a song
I'll bring you more than a song
I'll bring you more than a song
I'll bring you more than a song
Public Domain
Words and Music by Matt Redman

Have a great day everyone



                 

Good afternoon. 

I was up early to go to church since I was doing the projector system again today.  There was an awesome sunrise when I started to leave.  So  I got my camera and went out and took a few pictures.  I got to church a little after 8 and worked with the praise team and their songs.  I figured out how to put the sermon notes over a little movie.  Looked good to see movement all during the sermon instead of static words on the overhead. 

After church we were walking toward the Sunday School classroom and could see out a window.  Beautiful snow!  Great big snowflakes floating down!  The sanctuary is all stained glass windows.  Once we could see outside, everything was covered with white.  All of this happened during church...in a little over an hour! 

And I will brag on myself...I didn't goof today at the projector!  Hurray for me.  That prayer I said before church helped a lot! 

Later six of us ladies went to Applebee's for lunch.  They sat us by the windows and we all liked to froze to death.  When I am cold, it is cold!!  As soon as I got home I changed into my lounging pj's and soft house slippers.  I am finally thawed out! 

Does anyone know if you can download YouTubes?  I saw an awesome YouTube today that would be great for church.

It is still snowing.  Tiny flakes, then big flakes and then back to tiny flakes.  You can still see blades of grass but barely!  I am in for the day...well, actually nothing on my plate to go out for until next Saturday!!!  Not planned, at least!

Time to move to another clean topic.

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