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Hi Everyone!

Thanks Janet for getting us started on this new week!

Quote from: Janet on March 10, 2007, 04:42:08 PM

  How precious, for the believer, just to accept by faith the statements of God, and rest upon them.  This is for me!

Faith sees the invisible, believes the incredible, and receives the impossible!

Thanks, so much, Janet .... I totally agree!  Living by faith is so much "easier" and far less stressful!  At least for me.   :thumbsup:

I was driving back from Barrie, Ontario after sunset last evening and as we drove over one hill, imagine my surprise at seeing over 40 windmills all busy turning slowing on the far distant horizon.

We stopped the car and made this photo of the scene. I never knew we had such a place!

Hello everyone.

A rather interesting weekend I had.  I arrived home from work on Friday evening to find that my dog had managed to bend the bars of her crate and had her head stuck out through them.  Now that it is over, I am laughing but at the time was quite perturbed.  It could have been far more disastrous than it was.  I am hoping that I may be able to get at least a partial refund of the first ineffective crate.  A stop at the vet's office on Saturday morning resulted in another style of crate being purchased.  This one is supposed to be "chew/bend" proof as it is heavy duty plastic.  Separation anxiety is not fun to deal with.  We also took Noelle in and had her groomed.

Saturday night I went with my mother to an event called "Girls Night Out".  It is sponsered in part by Faithlife Financial and World Vision.  There is some music and a speaker. About half way through the evening is a small break for cookies and coffee and each attendee receives a goodie bag.  There was a sample CD and a package of Lindor chocolates as well as promotional literature.  We had a very enjoyable evening.

Now must get back to work.

Thanks, Pat, for moving the devotional out for me today.  Darrel was admitted to the hospital first thing this morning with possible heart attack; so I haven't been here much.  They will do tests today and in the morning will do a nuclear stress test; then either release him or send us to Amarillo again.  PLEASE pray for Darrel and for me.  Thanks.

Oh Janet, I will be praying for both of you.  Terry still isn't right with his heart, or whatever is causing his trouble,  we went to the emergency room last week.  His blood pressure was at stroke level. 

Take care,
Samantha <3

Thanks so much, Pat, for getting us back online again.  And please thank Ian also.  Also - those wind generators are very interesting, as we have quite a numer of those in California also.

Also - Janet - I pray our God will undertake for your husband.  I hope it's actually not an attack after all.  I had one about like that in 2001.  Since that time I've been doing approx. 25 minutes on the treadmill daily, taking lecithin, and taking garlic perles.  Seems to have helped a lot, because I just saw my cardiologist, and he thinks I'm in better condition now than before the "attack" (if that's what it was).

We are sitting on 86 acres and I would love to have windmills.  I so remember driving through California and seing hundreds of windmills standing still.  This is during the time that California was buying power from BC.  Often wondered they needed to do that when there were so many windmills.

Tonight is small group.  We are studying the "End Times" and I have never in my life heard so many off the wall beliefs.  At one point last week I was unable to follow the train of thought. 

Well I am baking cookies for tonight, I have to run, and put more into the oven.

I am praying for each need here.  Also there is a baby of a dear friend that has been rushed to Childrens Hospital in Ottawa with RSV.  Daniel is 8 weeks and has had breathing problems since he came home from hospital at birth.  Please keep Sherrie in prayer as well as Daniel.

May God Bless each of you
JudyB

Janet:  Prayers for you and Darrel. 

Pat:  Beautiful sunset.  We have acres of windmills sorta hidden north of our city (Fort Collins) and many people pay extra on their energy bill so their energy comes from those windmills.  There are a lot of solar energy places hidden behind the hills as well. 

Judy B:  People have bought a windmill for their place & it is very expensive but they end up selling back electricity to the power company.  Sorry to have any baby sick - they can do so much with the RSV now.

Samantha:  Prayers out for your Terry as well. 

It is suddenly 20 degrees over normal temperature here and I feel so hot after being chilly for months.  Still snow in some spots.  I had coffee with friends at the gym then met two friends for coffee at the Paneras & had an apple cinnamon bagel with hazelnut cream cheese for breakfast.  Went to J.C. Penney's and spent $2.  They had shawls on sale which were $44 originally.  I only wanted one for the chilly time when watching t.v. or reading a book so that $2 was fine with me.  I bought 5 lbs. of raw almonds and baked them with cinnamon - they had a bit of sugar but a healthy snack if a person doesn't eat a pound at a time.  Everything at the grocery store has gone up in price - I mean really gone up just lately.  Our gasoline keeps inching up. 

We are pretty exhausted after last week as it seemed like so much going on - out for five meals of being invited out with children and friends.  More this week.  I am trying to find time to have people back here for dinners & fit that in before we go in May.  Now that the weather is warm it is time to clean the garage so have been taking a break here. 

Al:  Thanks for keeping us updated on the CP situation.

Carol

Hi everyone.  Glad to see we are back online. 

I am certainly shocked to hear of the possible heart attack that Darrel may have suffered and glad that he is where he can be monitored.  Janet, you sure don't need that.  Thanks for sharing that fine devotional with us this week.  Jane, I agree with you that I don't have any problem with believing that God created the universe and ordered all within it.

Likewise Samantha certainly sorry that Terry is having so many problems. 

JudyB, what stress for young parents when a wee baby is ill.  Not sure what RSV is but am assuming it has to be with some type of breathing problem.

We have been quite concerned since yesterday afternoon about the home of our friends who are still in Florida.  There was a bad fire in the retirement community where they live here in Georgia and 4 homes were destroyed or badly damaged.  I was able to get hold of them and it appears all is well with their home.  They had not heard of the fire, which was a good sign, but it is a small community and certainly they must know the folks involved.

I spent about 4 hours using LogMeIn to access my sister-in-laws computer to update her antivirus software and get Windows Updates since last October when I installed the computer for her.  It was a challenge with the dialup connection that she has but we got it done.  She knows next to nothing about using the computer and while she was online her phone couldn't be used so had to instant message her. 

This evening we are going to one of our monthly birthday parties with our group that we dine with from the church.  This is 2 for 1 babyback rib night at the place we are going.  Wonder what I will have?  :)

Sue, it sounds like you and your mother had a wonderful "girls night out".  Glad you enjoyed it.

Carol, we are also having above normal temperatures with each day getting into the mid  70s.  The spring flowering trees are beginning to bloom along with other spring flowers.  Pat and I have the same situation with going out to eat too often but she appreciates not having to cook.  As you can see from above we are doing it again tonight.

Oh, Janet, I pray that all is well with you and Darryl.  I was there myself many times and understand your anguish.

QuoteFaith sees the invisible, believes the incredible, and receives the impossible!

AMEN![/b]

Howdy all  y-all I am here finally. Yesterday was sure a bummer,not being able to get in to read or post.

I am praying for everyone  who has requested prayer. Janet prayer for Darrell, Samantha paryer for Terry. Prayer for Pat etc.

Judy Your parcel should be there soon it has left Toronto. Coming by regular mail.

Just got back from a nice walk with the dogs. I can now walk Bebe without a leash, but not Happy; if there are cars around. No cars no leash

I am not working on saturday anymore So I am finally getting some time to myself. This Saturday I am going to thoroughly clean the  living room and shampoo the rug. It sure needs it. That is if it is not raining and I can open the doors.

TTYL

janet -- just running through and wnated to let you know i was praying for you and Darrel

I am glad we are back.  I certainly missed all you guys! 

Janet ~ So sorry to hear about Darrel.  I am praying for him. 

Praying for everyone else. 

I finally got all my pictures I took in Florida ran through PSP.  Also, I have decided what photos to take to Kokomo Art Association and have them printed.  Now to get matte boards.  I got five frames from a lady at church yesterday.  That was nice. 

Tonight was Photo Guild.  I am truly amazed at the great photographers in the guild.  A lot of WOW photos. 

Tomorrow morning I am going to my doctor.  For at least 3 months, I sometimes sound like I have layrngitis, daily.  But I don't hurt.  Sometimes I can clear my throat and my voice clears up.  Most of the time nothing helps.  I sneeze at least once a day...always three times.  And Ivalou says to tell the doctor about my cough.  I am praying that the doctor can tell me what is wrong tomorrow but I have a feeling those prayers will be unanswered.  I feel I will be sent to a Nose, Ear and Throat doctor.

Hi, everyone.   I'm just running in to say a sleepy hello.

I noted all the prayer needs and will pray tonight.

Etta Sue, I smiled at your comment about the photographer's guild thing you attended and the disappointment with the photographer doing all in black and white and of old things.  This is just the kind of things I like to photograph.  Those old things won't be forever, and are so wonderful to have a visual rememberance.  Black and white adds to the character, I think.   Isn't it neat that we are all so different?  If we weren't all the photographers in the world would be taking the same pictures and we'd be bored. haha

We had our weekend company and they left this morning.  I won't even tell you how tired this old woman is.  I slept for 3 hours this afternoon. :)

I'm turning in soon.  Blessings, Nita

Morning all,

I too am grateful we are back up here, I really missed y'all the last 2 days. I also have noted all the prayer needs and am praying.

Hubby came home yesterday, still have a long way to go, still tired and listless, have to get him moving somehow. I feel either like a single parent with 4 children (only one of which is truly mine) or master of a 3 ring circus. Either way... :crazy:

I hope everyone has a God filled and blessed day! Thank you for all the prayers!

Still Trusting,
<><Jeannine

Hi everyone...it will be a week today when my Father died. Where does the time go...the days have been like a blur. God is the God of all comfort. I have known His presense so much this week. Also all the prayers and kind words have helped me so much. Thank you for all your love and kindness. I have noted here who needs prayers and will be praying. God bless each and everyone.

Glad we're back!  Thanks to all who commented on my picts in the gallery!

In His Grip,
Kevin

Colin thank you fof sharing another beautiful poem. I have copied it and put in a folder of your poems.

Another great day yesterday.  I am getting closer to the Lord each day.  Bill across the street is interested in our Men's Ministry that I have been telling him about.  The Men's leader is going to call him to invite him to  the next Men's breakfast.

Most of the time as I walk my dogs I am praying also for the people who live along my route I may not know them but God knows their every need. Just as I pray for each of you as I am reading your posts. We are to pray continually.

Not much is new here I am just praising the Lord for His loving kindness and mercy.

TTYL

Hi everyone.  It is another beautiful spring day here in Georgia and is suppose to go up to near 80 today.  The Bradford pear trees are all beginning to bloom and there are some beautiful sites. 

We had a nice time last evening with our birthday group from church.  We had about 16 attend and had a great meal.  At the first of the year the old couple from our church who we often took home after Sunday service moved to another town, but nearby.  We contacted them yesterday and they were able to attend so I went over and picked them up.  They are in their 90s and the man is beginning to suffer with dementia and has trouble getting his thoughts out.  However, he seemed to have a great time as did the lady.  When we took them home we went in and saw their new retirement cottage in the retirement village.  It is small but nice. 

On the way home last evening we checked on the home of our friends in Florida.  Their home was quite a distance from the fire that burned down 4 homes on their street.  They have determined the fire was started by arson and likely was tied to a robbery of a welding shop nearby.

Marilyn, nice to see you are going to not have to work 7 days a week.  You need some time off.

Jeannine, glad to hear that your husband is home.

Colin, glad to see you back posting and I hope you will soon be feeling better.  I lost my father about 6 years ago and it seems the time has gone by quickly and the sorrow of the passing has been replaced with happy thoughts of him during his life.

I have several projects I need to work on today so guess I had better move on.

Marilyn, thanks for your prayers.  I think we often have no idea how many people may be keeping us in their prayers. 

We had a good night last night at small group.  The girls were down in the recroom doing aerobic exercises.  They all came up beaming with the way the exercises energized them.

Marilyn the package arrived.

Janet I pray that He will make your burden llight.  I am praying.

I am not going to comment on the rest of the posts, just know I am praying for each need.

Mother had the elevator working for a few days, only to have it break again on Saturday.  The folks in the apartment building are fgetting frustrated with not having it working.  It is rough when things like this happen.

Have a good day today and enjoy the weather.  We have lost about 3 feet of snow here in the North.  The wind is blowing, and drying.

Bye for now
JudyB

Nita ~ Don't get me wrong.  I like the looks of b/w but I don't take them myself.  I was raised with b/w and I prefer color.  Same, I don't like my photo taken sooooo I don't like to take people in my photos.  I like scenery.  And yes, it would be a boring world if we all liked the same things!  Would sure save making decisions, wouldn't it?

Colin ~ I am glad you are feeling God's presence.  That mean you are on the mend!  God Bless You.

Kevin ~ Your photos in the Gallery deserve comments...even if it is WOW!

Marilyn ~ We are to be fishers of men and you are with getting Bill interested in the Men's ministry.  God Bless You.

Larry ~ It is suppose to get in the near 80's here today, too.  But not much of anything else looks like spring.  There are still piles of snow where the snow plows put snow 15'-20' high.  I imagine all signs of snow will be gone today.  And tomorrow it is to get to the low 70's.  God is good.

JudyB ~ I can't imagine being on the fifth floor...unable to do stairs...and the elevator is not working.  That must be really frustrating for your Mother and others above the first floor!

Well, I went to the doctor this morning.  She thinks I have....a 20 syllable word that means Acid Reflux that goes to the Larnyx.  She gave me an RX but also said I could use Prilosec which ever was cheaper for me.  Prilosec was on sale so I got it.  In the spring and fall, my eyes tend to water and itch so she gave me some drops to put in my eyes.  Hope that helps some, too.  My yearly appointment is April 17 so I will know if the Prilosec helps my raspy voice by then. 

I also ate breakfast out, got some framing hardware at Dollar General, went to the drug store, got $25 of gas in the car and went to Hobby Lobby for Mat boards...which were 50% off!  I got one for Kitty, too.  Now I have two windows open a tad and am enjoying the fresh air and warmth from the outside!!  God is good!

Good to hear from those posting today.  Darrel was being taken (finally!) for his nuclear test a little after one when Abby and I stopped by to check on him.  We fully expect him to be released later today.  At least, that's what we are counting on happening. :-\

Abby is wanting to play some kind of piano game, and I will do that, as soon as the 700 Club is over.  ;)

See you later, I hope with good news about Darrel!

Yes Etta Sue it is frustrating for her.  They have a guest room available on the 2nd floor but she has refused it.  She would rather be in her own.  I understand that.  Her resolve to make the best of things is good.  Oh yes the 2nd floor is actually ground level and the first is rec rooms and laundry as well as a few apartments.

I have a friend coming over tomorrow.  The original idea was for her kids and the girls to go out sledding.  Well, if all goes as is today there will be no snow to sled on!  Also it looks like rain for tomorrow.  Well if that happens we will let the kids watch movies that we have and the day with friends will be a welcome time.

Janet I will continue to pray

I may be back later, I have some chores (ironing) to get done.

Till later
Judy

I have posted an update on Pinkie  HERE (http://www.christianphotographers.com/community/index.php?topic=6018.new#new)

Marilyn:  I am shocked and saddened by the news from Pinkie.  Her note sounds strong in faith though and what a testimony she tells. 

Larry:  We do love the busy social part of eating out though -   :D  Today, Don bought a large ergonomic keyboard at the thrift shop and I am trying to use it.  So strange to have it rounded and divided keys for left or right hands. It was a dollar so we can see if we like it at all. 

A golf ball hit the roof & rolled down and two teens came up the hill and just kept walking without looking over here.  I called to them & asked the one teen to come over & told him that it was only good manners to check on a house or people if you have a golf ball go so astray.  The golf club doesn't have any rules or mention anything about proper conduct.  Anyway, this teen was polite and apologized.  Our daughter's new vehicle was hit and run in a parking lot & she has to pay the $500 deductible - and we had a broken window here from a golf ball last year & no one taped it up or anything - cold air came in for possibly a month since neighbors didn't notice it.  All just very sad when people don't own up to their mistakes. 

Marilyn:  Be careful shampooing the rug - I mean careful of your back.

Carol

 :D  Well here I am finally back on this awesome sight.  I am sorry that I have not been on as we have had many differen't thing's happening in our lives.  We have had to go into Toronto for different reasons.  My doctor has told me that I am not going back to work any mor.  The reasons are to do with my medical history and he told me before that he did not want me working so this is hard as I would prefer to go to work.  This is working for the good as my wife now needs me to be home for her due to her medical needs.  So could you all please continue to pray for us both and of course we are praying for you all.

I have looked over the posting for the last few weeks and ther has been so much that I have missed and also so many good things that the Lord is looking after.

Clolin.  I am so sorry to here of the death of your dad and I know how hard it is for you and I am so encouraged to see the beautiful poem that you wrote for him. It is a very hard time and I know that the Lord will get you and your family through this.  I do hope to see you in a few months if it works out.  God bless.

Jeannean.  I am glad to see that your husband is doing better and and that he is now able to get some fluids.  It is also so good to here that Michael is o.k.  The Lord will give you the strength to get through these hard days we will continue to pray for you.

Karmat  Also God will look after your hubby and tell him lots of people are praying for him. 

Janet.  Keep that smile coming I love it. I also enjoy all your encouragement.  God bless.

   Hi Pat.  I am so glad to here that you sound so much better and hope that you are not doing to much to make you get tired so continue to look after yourself..  .

Ett Sue.  I just love your pussy cats I wish I could get my sister-in-law to come on the site as she would love all your cats and all the posting.  Please pray for her as she is dying of cystic fibrosis of the
lungs.

To all others whom I have looked at your postings and thanks for the great stories and also for the prayer requests we will remember them.   May God richly bless you all and give you a good week.  Gord. :D :o

Sun rising now and it is such a humble feeling to watch this world and think of it spinning.  We saw Venus so bright last night that at first it looked like an airplane headed for us. 

Gord Brown: When Don retired, he tells everyone that it only took him about twenty minutes to adjust.  His blood pressure went down immediately /   You will find yourself so busy that you will wonder how on earth you ever had time to go to Paid Work.  Greetings to your wife.

Colin:  Moffett is a familiar name in this state history.  I know that there is a tunnel in the mountains with your name.  Just thought I would mention it to you.  Take care.

Etta Sue:  Isn't it good that you found out what your health problem is right now?  The Prilosec should be of good help.  Wow - what a scarey cat you have!

All:  Have an awesome day.

Carol

Good morning everyone... hope everyone has had a great week sorry i haven't been around more been pulling 16-17 hour days at work or school. anyways i hope al is well i must be off to get ready for class.... i finally broke down and dropped a class to reduce my stress level hopefully that will work anyways ttyl
Sarah

Can't stay long...been puttering around too long this morning.  I have to dress for Red Hats and leave here in about 30 minutes. Whoooooosh!!

Be back later!

Today would be my Mom's 94th birthday.  I know she is watching over me.  

I had a difficult night last night.  Was still looking at the clock at 2:30.  Grrrrr I hate that happening.

Good to see you Gord,  Stay in touch eh~!

We are almost finished with the snow. There are muddy spots all over.  Our road is soft, we really sink down when we drive over it.   The joys of country living.

Well I need to get.  I want to prepare for next weeks science/health for the girls.  Also I am looking for a grade 8 science text, Not sure which box I stored it in.  I am off

Praying for all of you
JudyB

 :coffee: Hi to all and hope that you all are having a great day.  My nephew's and niece arrived today for a few days as it's the March break, also there mum is with them and she is also the aunt of one of the boys.   So the next few days we should have a busy time.  God is so good and as I have said before he never lets us down.

Janet.  Jour devotional was terrific and faith helps us in times of troubles.  Than you.

Pat.  Your picture of the windmills is beautiful and it just so happens that I know the man who helped build these

Judy B.  Sounds like you have a very busy place and you know what it's like as they get older.  I was looking at an old photo album yesterday and the pictures were from 69 Sheppard ave. w. I was standing awith your dad  and my oldest brother and his family were there so that brings memories back. They are treasures..

Samanath. Praying for you both the L

Hi all.

Our son and his wife were in town for a doctor's appointment and stopped by for a couple of hours.  I didn't know they were coming so it was a pleasant surprise.  He adjusted our big TV as the colors were not lined up correctly and also put on a small antenna so we can get the local channels in high definition from the air as they are now broadcasting in high definition. 

I spent the morning at coffee then to the church for Bible study with the minister's class and then across the street from the church for a time of fellowship with some of the folks at the donut shop.  It was noon before I got home and was really tired so after a sandwhich took a nap.  So now you know how my day has gone and tonight is choir practice. 

Gord, I understand your feelings of not wanting to have to quit working but I can assure you that you can easily find worthwhile things to keep your mind active and you will soon wonder how you ever found time to work.  At least that has been my experience.

Marilyn, thanks for sharing the information about Pinkie.  It certainly sounds like things are not going to get better for her in this life.  So glad that she is a person of strong faith.

JudyB, I can relate to the muddy roads as grew up in the country and remember when our road to the highway was a dirt road.  Eventually it was graveled that helped but we still had some mud holes in a few low spots in the spring.

Sarah, hope the lessened stress will be helpful to you. 

Carol, hope you like the keyboard.  My good friend uses that type keyboard almost exclusively and said when he started to use it he immediately felt relief of pain in his wrists.  The keyboard I am currently used is curved but not divided.

Janet, I will be watching the postings here for news from Darrel.  I hope he will be able to come home as he is anticipating. 

Etta Sue, I have taken Tagament for quite a few years to deal with reflux and haven't had any more problems.

 

I meant to only drop donated fabric off at the church & because barely anyone showed, I found myself tying quilts with the two eldest women.  Am bushed & happy that my back didn't give me a problem today.  Don is going to BBQ some ground venison he bought and the crockpot is filled with a tiny bit of ham along with beans & veggies - the broth is tasty. 

Judy B:  My hats off to you for home schooling.  I never thought of it in my time.  It sounds like spring has come to your area finally so that will be something to look forward to now.

Larry:  How nice that your son was in for a visit and he is always such a good helper too.  We have our youngest coming for the day on Saturday and need his help with the washing machine.  Just to come and visit - our hearts are happy.

Carol

Forgot to mention, a friend at church is putting on a meeting at church tomorrow.  She will recite some of the writings of Martin Luther's wife (Katy, I believe).  It is supposed to be historical and knowing her, it will be hysterical as well.  Can't wait to be there.  This is the first of a new club for seniors but we don't want to be called seniors. 

Carol

Hi, friends,

I've finally been able to get back here to post. I've kept up from work, but when I get home, it seems there's just not enough time.

And, like some of the others of you, the new time change must have been hard for my body to accept. So, I went to bed immediately after arriving home from work yesterday, slept like a baby, and when the morning came, I felt just fine. Thanks be to God.

I'm anxiously awaiting the news from all our patients.  I've prayed for each of you by name more than once today.

I'm really saddened to learn more about Pinky's illness. Her testimony is a ringing affirmation of her faith, and how much I appreciate her attitude. I've really missed her.

Y'all have a good rest of the day.

Ruth Ann

We left the furnace off all day, just a quick blast of heat tonight.  The house is quite warm, and even with the snow just about gone, we can expect more cold.  The wind is doing its job of drying.

A quick update on the baby.  Daniel is 8 weeks and in Hospital and will be till he can breathe on his own for 24 hours.  He has pneumonia, and is on oxygen and 2 puffers.  Poor mommy is sleeping on a cot, and has no way of getting food.  Ouch, I wish I could DO something.  I know praying is doing something, but there are times I just wish I could get my hands dirty if you know what I mean.  This sister has been a dear friend for many years, I feel so helpless.

We are having a friend over tomorrow.  The girls are excited, they have so much fun with these kids. 

I am praying for each need here, and hope all sleep well.  Well I am off to bed, hopefully to sleep. 
God Bless JudyB

More news from Pinkie  HERE (http://www.christianphotographers.com/community/index.php?topic=6018.new#new)  

Please see "Prayer and Praise" for my prayer request.

Good Morning everyone. I am enjoying having some time for myself to do the things I want to do like spending more time in prayer.  I am sure the people in my neighbor hood think I am walking along with my dogs talking to myself.  :lol:

We are having some awesome meetings at church this month. Last night  the Men's ministry took over the bible study.  What a great message and altar call.

Everything is going well with Ruth at this time. Hallelujah.

I went to the plastic surgeon yesterday to  have the bump on my lip checked and he is just going to watch it since it has been there for so many years and actually is smaller than at first. He also check out the red spot on the bridge of my nose and said it may be precancerous but I go back in six month to get it checked out too.  i was in the chair all of about 15 minutes. He said that with former smokers anything on the lip  should be of concern. Also the fact that I lived in the high desert for 10 years  leaves concern for any type of skin problems.

TTYL

I, too, am having a hard time adjusting to the time change.  I can't seem to get to bed early and then I don't want to get out of bed in the morning.  It was 10 when I finally got up this morning.

Ivalou called.  Her son, Jeff, 54, is a construction contractor and does finishing on new homes.  Jeff was on a ladder and his helper lost control of a board and knocked Jeff off the ladder.  After going to the emergency room, Jeff has a crushed heel, broken in 30-35 pieces.  He is in a temporary cast and when the swelling goes down then they plan to do surgery to put all the pieces back together and insert a steel plate.  Now the worry is...when may he get to go back to work?  And his oldest daughter is getting married in 6 weeks and he is wondering how he will get his tux on over a cast!  All will be well.  God is in control. 

Anyway, we went down to see Jeff.  He looks great but he said when he gets his foot below his heart, it throbs like a toothache.

I had never seen their cat, Sebastian.  He is a Mancoon cat or Maine Coon cat.  Big cat and only a year old.  And his tail is this wide
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Big, ol', fluffy tail!  Beautiful cat! 

Then we had Nacho Supremes at El Camino Real.  Love their nacho supremes. 

I was very much surprised to wake up this morning to water, water everywhere.  Ivalou said she could hear the wind howling all night and the rain hitting the house.  My house must be more sound than hers because I didn't hear a thing until early this morning, I heard the sump pump turning on about every 5 minutes.  And it turned cold again.  Short Spring!

I am trying to stay warm...really cold today after being almost 89° yesterday.  What a difference a day makes!!

Have a headache....just finished my income tax return >:(  Seems like every year they try to make it even more of a puzzlement!  Could be they think that the relief of getting to the end will leave us too exhausted to be mad.....?

Sunday we had the most rain in one day since 60 yrs. ago.  I thought we were going to break another record.....what a day!  Rain either falling or about to, so still waiting for the promise in William Wordsworth's poem:

It is the first mild day in March:
Each minute sweeter than before,
The redbreast sings from the tall larch
That stands beside our door.

                      ::)

Was sorry to read about Pinkie.  I also remember her....my maiden name was the same as her last name.  So glad that she is a Christian and all is well with her soul.  That is what is so amazing about our faith.  It can be well with our soul, even tho' not well with our circumstance. 

St. Patrick Day is almost here again.  Time to start thinking about the Hummingbird feeder.  Read a little blurb about St. Patrick:

WHO WAS PATRICK?

Was there really a Saint Patrick? Definitely. Did he really drive the
snakes out of Ireland? Probably not. At age 16 (around A.D. 400),
Patrick was kidnapped from his home on the west coast of England and
carried off to Ireland. After six years, he escaped; upon returning
home, he received his call (in a dream) to preach the Gospel. He
spent the next 15 or so years in a monastery, preparing for his
missionary work. Although some Christians lived in Ireland at the
time, it was Patrick who spread Christianity throughout the land and
brought an organized church into existence. We wear a shamrock on St.
Patrick's Day because Patrick used its three leaves to explain the
Trinity. But, as far as we know, he never drank green beer!

Guess Colin will know more about it than me!  Where is Colin???
Has anyone heard from Alma?  Questions, questions. 

Janet, I hope that all is better with your husband.  Know that you are being prayed for.  Also hope that things are better with Pat. 

Etta Sue, my cat Misty is a Maine Coon.  They are (or she is) the most interesting animals.  So loving one can hardly believe it is actually a cat!

Pleasant Day/Evening and God Bless.

Liz

Hello!  Shortly after my last post, Darrel called and told me to pack a bag.  I had all of 15 or so minutes to pack, gas the car, air up a tire and be at the hospital so I could follow the ambulance that took Darrel to the hospital in Amarillo.  Whew!  Yep, they found two more blockages, so off to the heart cath lab again for two more stent placements.  He was released this morning around 10, and we drove home.  We have been here maybe an hour now.

It's always such a scary time when a loved one has heart (or any other serious) problems.  That's when praying friends are a treasure beyond telling, and I love and appreciate all of you who have been praying for us.

Darrel became violently ill about 15 minutes ago, vomiting and diarrhea.  I hope that doesn't last.  :P :(

Abby went to Amarillo with me, and I was so thankful for her company.  She was a really big help to me.  This girl is certainly her mother's daughter.  Thank god for loving family.

I must unpack and start some laundry.  Thanks again for the prayers.  <3

Ohh, Janet!  Big hugs!

I'm so sorry but I'm praying for you both.



I had such a nice chat last week with Nancy (Pinkie) and it was so uplifting to read her lovely testimony!



It's nice to read all of your posts in here.  I'm off to the gallery.

hey everyone,,, just running through and thought i'd say hi so HI! ttyl
Sarah

Hi everyone. 

I have had a very busy day but got a lot accomplished.  I spent all morning doing our income tax and filed both the Federal and State electronically.  I used TaxAct and it made the job very simple.  It cost me $15.99 to file both returns electronically and it was well worth it.  I have used this same company for several years and they get better every years. 

I then worked up the remaining rebates on the DirecTV and the DSL service so have that off my list.  Finally, I took a quilt that our church quilters had made for the Family Promise family that is graduating from the shelter of the program into their own place.  We are the host church this week and provide housing at night and a dinner and breakfast.  It is a very fine program supported by a number of churches in our county.  I stopped at the grocery store and then the post office before coming home.  Needless to say I am beat and plan to stay in the rest of the evening.  I will be watching the NCAA Basketball Tourney tonight.

Janet, hopefully the two stents will fix Darrel up for a long time so he can resume his normal life.  Know you are glad to have him home.

Liz, it sounds like you need to keep your umbrella handy.

Etta Sue, so sorry to hear of the accident involving your nephew.  I am sure that must be very painful.  That sounds like very complicated surgery to put that many pieces back together again.  Your weather sounds like typical midwest weather.  At least this time of year you know the cold won't last long.

JudyB, is there not an eating facility where Daniel's mother is staying?  Little Daniel sounds like a very sick little boy.

Ruth Ann, I think I have adjusted to daylight savings time although don't like getting up in the dark.

Carol, it was nice of you to stay and help the elderly ladies.

 ;)  Good evening to all.  Well we had a busy day with my two nephew's and one niece here.  It is a lot of fun and makes the day go so fast. In the afternoon 4 of us went to the Y.M.C.A. and we went to the pool and had a lot of fun and of course you feel much better when oyu come out and refreshed.

Janet.  Will contiue to pray and the Lord will give you that extra strength that you need.

Etta Sue.  Will contiue also for your needs and extra strength. 

Larry.  Thanks for your encouragement the other day and as I read you are a busy man  don't overdo it as that can take a toll on you  look after yourself.

I spoke to Pat last night please lets contiue to hold her up in prayer as she still is weak we love her and we need her she is an awsome lady praise God for her dedication.

God bless to all. <3

Hi, everyone.  I'm just bopping in to say hello.

So THAT'S why I've been so tired.  I thought it could be related to daylight savings time, but didn't see how it could actually effect my body just because some people decided to change the time of day.  But I have been really tired a lot.  Today it feels like I can barely move without having to go sit in my chair again. :\   I've talked to lots of people lately (well, a few)who are going through the same thing.

I've been reading the posts and am praying along with others for those in need of prayer.  I usually just press my hand to the monitor and pray right then.

Larry, I do taxes online too.  I did my sisters and grandaughter's.  I'll do my grandson's as soon as he gets his w2s to me.  It makes it so easy to do it that way, and since they are low income, there was no charge using the program we did.  The IRS site has a list.  I just found what they needed and then filed.

I'm waiting for a call from my other sis.  She asked me to read a manuscript a friend of hers wrote and give feedback.  He wrote about the loss of his wife to cancer.  I was really touched by his willingness to be so honest and vulnerable.

Take care.  Nita

 ;)  Hi again.  Nita it seems that this tiredness is a catching thing and I have had it to.

About taxes.  My wife found out that you can actually do them over the phone in Canada and you keep your finished papers at home in a file just in case they ask for them at a later date.  I cannot believe that I got my refund back at my house in just over two weeks so for those of you in Canada you can find out about this from your tax department.

Thought I would let you know about this. Good night again. <3

Hi everyone.  I see there have been only a few postings since I was here last evening.  Just got back from the Friday men's coffee at the local senior center.  Since I have the key and unlock the building each Friday and get the coffee started I announced that we would be opening the center a little after 7:30 rather than 7 am each week.  We are all retired and there is no logical reason to get there so early.  My normal routine is to leave the house at 7:30 except for Friday.  I offered to turn over the key to anyone who wanted to come at 7 and make the coffee.  Surprise of surprises, no one took me up on that offer.

I filed my Federal taxes yesterday as I indicated above and this morning had notice that I should have the refund on March 30th, which is basically two weeks after filing.  I still haven't heard from the State but last year had the refund very quickly. 

It rained quite a bit last night and is overcast and misty here this morning.  Fortunately it isn't cold.  I don't have anyplace I have to go today so will do some work for the Golden Olympics group.  They brought me about 50 more entry forms to process and prepare certificates for and I want to get that done today. 

This evening I will pick our daughter up and she will spend the weekend with us. 

Hope those who haven't been feeling good will be feeling a little or a lot better today. 

Janet ~ I am happy that Darrel is home.  Hope he doesn't remain being sick and have to return to the hospital.  God is with you and him.

I sent my taxes in over a month ago and haven't gotten my return as yet.  Maybe today!  I heard at one time that they only mailed the returns out one day a week.  So if it is Wednesday, I should get mine today! 

My taxes are simple...need to look into doing mind online next year.  Larry ~ do you purchase TaxAct software or is it a program online?

Tonight is the Gaither concert at Conseco Field House in Indy.  We are to meet at Ivalou's church at 4:30pm.  Someone asked if we were going to stop and eat and they said it would have to be fast food.  Then someone said they couldn't eat fast food so now we have to eat before 4:30pm.  Why couldn't that person bring their own food?  And Ivalou went to a Gaither concert there once and left early at 11:30pm!!  I can see us stopping at Steak 'n' Shake after we get back to the church!

Good Morning everyone, woops afternoon!

It is a bright sunny day and almost all of the snow is gone, Our fields are patchy with mud and snow.  I really don't mind the mud, it means spring is coming.  We have had a lot of wind which has dried at the time but with so much runoff things stay muddy.

Janey I am praying.  It is wonderful how a child can lift spirits!

Larry, I enjoy your talks about your mens coffee time!

We are having problems with Revenue Canada.  The computers are down and I haven't heard if they are up and running again.  We are waiting with our income tax till all is fixed.

Pat Get well.

Good to see you gord, give Noreen a hug from me ok?

Got to run, John should be home soon.

JudyB

Just a quick report from Kansas.  Darrel still feels really punk, can't seem to keep much down, really washed out and tired.  He's even afraid to take his diabetes meds, for fear he will throw them right back up.  I know he needs to get some food into him, but he doesn't want to eat.  What am I to do??

Abby is in town, playing with a little friend.  That's good, she's been with the "old folks" now for several days, and needs some good exercise and fresh air!  :)

Pat, I hope you are feeling stronger each day.  This has lasted 'way too long already.  Love you, girl!

I may try to catch a short nap while Abby is away, I am feeling really worn out.  Probably the stress, don'tcha think?  ;)

Quote from: Janet on March 16, 2007, 03:04:50 PM

I may try to catch a short nap while Abby is away, I am feeling really worn out.  Probably the stress, don'tcha think?  ;)

Yup, I sure DO think so, Janet!  :o  You just gotta take care of yourself along the way too, y'know.  I am really praying for the situation at your house ... and with Beth, as well.  Makes me want to ask "How much more can one take?" :-\

Pat ... I echo what Janet (and many others) have said:  Take care of yourself and get plenty of rest ... Stop by when you can and I'll try to be patient when you can't.   <3

Janet Clear fluids till he starts keeping them down, then try him on the BRAT diet till he can eat better. 

B bananas
R rice
A apple sauce and juice
T toast.

Mom has diabetes and got sick not long ago and she went on the brat for a couple of days and was well in no time.  Also stress will raise the blood sugar.  At this point the heart is the most important thing to deal with.  Bless you I wish I were there to help you.  I am praying
Judy

Hi folks...

I always buy some flowers to have in the house for St. Patrick's Day as Jack always did so I went to Zehr's to buy a little pot of shamrock!  Two Zehr's were sold out and the 3rd one down at the south end of town had some but kind of scrawny but I'll liven it up.  I also bought a couple of carnations. 

It's been a chilly day here today but not a snowy day and lots of our snow has now gone.  still a big patch on the front lawn.

It's lovely to see all your nice posts each time I pop in.  So sorry that Darrel isn't well, Janet.

Love y'all

We are having another beautiful day here on the Oregon coast.  I actually started my mowing. (pats herself on the back)  I have to mow a patch and rake, mow and rake. Oh, yes...and rest a bit before I start again.  If I don't rake it right up the dogs will bring all the wet clippings right into the house.  They'll have St. Patrick's Day feet too. :)

Pat, you sound chipper, so hope you sound like you are.   You feeling better?

Janet, yes, do try the BRAT diet and see if Darrel can keep something down.  Poor guy.  And yes, stress can make one so tired.  But you know that.

Gord, I hope you're feeling energetic soon.  Being tired is so tiring.  Don't you think?

My sister came home for the weekend.  She told me to read Romans 12 again.  She's been reading it and, you know how it is, the Word comes alive again and you read what you've not grasped before.  She'll share later what God has been doing in her I'm sure.  Right now she's getting unpacked and relaxing upstairs.

I think God has been talking to me about my little tithe.  I know it's not very much.  I also know that it's always been taught that you should give your tithe to the "local" church.  There is this missionary in Cambodia that my daughter and husband know.  He got saved, got a call, and took off without funding of any kind.  He's been there now for a couple of years, working with the kids living in the dumps.  He was home and spent time with them and she's just been sharing with me.  I was so moved as Kim told me his story.  He builds relationships with these kids and leads them to the Lord along with trying to feed them and give them clothes.   To be honest, I would rather give to him.  We don't have any kind of missons program though the pastor said we would. 

I know I'm just thinking out loud.   When you have so little to give, you want it to be just like Jesus would give.  I'll keep praying about it.  I know a 10th of my income, as well as 100 percent of my income and all of me belongs to God. :) 

Back to the mower.  Nita

Thank you, Jane, Judy and Nita for your kind words of advice and encouragement.  Before I read about the BRAT diet, I had made Darrel some hamburger gravy, and he ate that and it stayed down.  He is feeling better now, except for the pain in his left arm, radiating down from that rotator cuff, we think.  His doctor told me that during the surgery, Darrel's chest didn't hurt at all, but his shoulder did.  :-\ :(

Tomorrow is our monthly Scrapbooking day, and I have no idea what I want to work on; hard to even think about it.  I may not do much more than visit.  Abby has some stuff ready to take to work on hers, though.  ;)

Right now, all I want to do is go to bed.  But it's only 7:45!  I HATE this "springing forward" stuff!  GRRR.  (Have to take my frustration out on something!)  ;) :)

I feel sort of..........I don't know..........disoriented or something.  Having lost about three days, I'm really out of sync.  But I am so glad to have my sweet husband on the mend.  God is good.

Whew - Janet.  You have been through the wringer more than a few times .  Care for yourself also as you will be caring more and more for your family.  Good to read that Darrel is feeling better.  Such good diet advice from the gang in here.

Judy B:  Smiling at your looking for a book for school as I spent almost an hour looking for a Book on Tape from the library and it was where it was supposed to be but I had not read the title = I kept looking at the Author's name instead.  What strange ideas I get sometimes but there is always an angel looking out for me.   :clap:

Ruth Ann:  This time change is just crazy as it just throws everyone off twice a year and costs so much money to change all the clocks.  My mother used to have a hard time adapting.  Have a restful weekend.

Etta Sue: What a difficult time for your nephew.  Being in construction, he will no doubt lose his income during this time as well as the surgery and pain associated with the injury.  All we can hope and pray is that his delicate surgery is perfect.  I can sleep through wind and storms too.  We do have high winds often and I usually don't even waken.

Al:  Thinking of you and hope all is going well. 

Larry:  What a great idea to assist a family into a home but make sure that they have to do something for themselves - not to just expect an on-going handout.  Bet they loved the quilt.  Hi to Pat - she probably had a hand in the quilt too or if not that particular one, a good many.  You certainly are busy. 

Carol

Nita:  I know exactly what you mean about giving. Give where your heart tells you and who needs it most.  I hope that I don't offend anyone by saying this as I certainly believe in supporting the church we attend by both money and volunteering.  We also know a missionary family who takes in disabled children.

Oh, the meeting yesterday at church.  We formed a new group called JOY.  Just Other Youth.  Would love to have a bus but the church is in debt now so that will not happen - lots of ideas on picnics, hikes, gatherings and so forth. 

Carol

Hi everyone. I want to post early today as we have a full day and may not have another chance.  It has turned chilly here and yesterday evening it felt like the wind was coming over ice cubes.

I went downtown and picked our daughter up to spend the weekend.  She will be attending some meetings with us today and church with us tomorrow.

Etta Sue, the TaxAct program will prepare your Federal return and let you print it out to mail.  However, I think if you want to do the State return and have both filed electronically there is a very reasonable cost of about $16.  I considered that money well spent as couldn't get someone to help me for less and it assures there are no math mistakes.  Hope you enjoyed the Gaithers.  They are coming here in April but won't attend as the concert is just too long.

Janet, glad Darrel is feeling somewhat better.  It sounds like you will soon be due a day with a friend away from some of the responsibilities you are juggling at the moment.  As was said above don't forget to care for yourself.

Pat, you mention of the shamrock plant reminded me of a funny little story.  Pat bought a shamrock plant years ago and we had it for quite a few years.  One day we came home and all there was left of it were stems as the cat had eaten every shamrock leaf.  It was a funny site with just those stems sticking up.  We set it up thinking it was probably ruined but it came back into full leaf and then the cat ate the leaves again and Pat gave up and discarded the plant. 

By the way Happy St. Patrick's Day to all.

Carol, the families in Family Promise do have to work but are helped with honing job skills and getting back on their feet.  It is a fine program. 

Time to leave for the morning.

Happy St Patricks Day Everyone

WE are going out today to N Bay and I will see if there are any shamrock plants left up here!  Give it to mom to cheer her up.

It is a lovely day up here. I will be doing a clean up outside this afternoon.  During the winter one of the girls put a bag of garbage out to thake to the dump and not knowing this I put the dogs out.  Woooooops the girls got as much as the could cleaned up but it still has left a mess.

Janet take care.  You need a day that you can sleep till you are rested, I know that is hard, but see what you can do.

Pat I love those satellite photo's.  Big Brother is watching!  I sent you an email about Bolivia roads. Think about your defensive driving courses as you look at them.

I have to go ,  Till later.
JudyB

Whew!  The Gaither's was 4.5 hours long!  Ivalou and I rode in the church van to Conseco and when we got back in our car, we decided to go to Steak 'n' Shake.  It's has been a long, long time since I ate a hamsteakburger at 1am.  The Signature Sound group was with them and one of them is from Lapel...just a mile and a half away.  But I can't seem to find out his name.  I looked on their website but the only name I know is Ernie Haase, the guy that needs ridilan (sp)!!  But it was a great concert! 

Aaron, my g-nephew called and wanted to go out for lunch.  I declined since I just had breakfast. 

I need to frame my photos for the contest today then I will have all that done for taking to the Art Center March 27th. 

Bright and sunny in central Indiana....but cold.  Just now 31°.  And spring is March 21 so I know warmth will be here soon and I will wish it were cooler!  Never satisfied! 

Hi everyone. My neighbor Mimi and I went for lunch out at The Banana Hut Hawaiian Barbecue At the Redwood Acres Fairgrounds. There was a logging conference going on and I got all kinds of photos of old time equipment, I will edit the photos and post some later.

I mowed the yard when I got back home. Not much else is new here, It is overcast and no sun today.  :'(

Janet it is good to hear that Darrell was able to hold something down. i hope you and Abby are having a great time scrap booking today.  <3

As for myself I am enjoying my day off and as soon as the house is warmed  up I am going to get in a hot shower and relax some more.  :thumbsup:

Etta Sue it has been along time since I have even been up until 1 am  :crazy:

TTYL

No many posts today....everyone must be enjoying the warmer weather!

What a fine day here and especially so when our youngest son and DIL came for a visit.  We walked around Old Town and listened to the music on the walking street then went to a mexican restaurant.  Walked more & had to pet all the dogs in town.  This is a town where people take their dogs with them to so many events.  All are well behaved and friendly.  Lots of children too.  What a fun family day for us.  We will have all the gang here for Easter and I can hardly wait.

Carol

We had a slow start to a sunny day, but it finally broke through. :)

My sis and I went to town, and I'd planned to finish mowing when I got back.  We came home to find my son had finished the lawn and raked up all the grass too.  And later, my son in law came up, took my car, and changed the oil for me.

I am very blessed.

Sue and I rented One Night With The King.  We just finished watching it.  All the way through I thought how God has planned, and caused to be, His own will all through history.   And all through history He has caused those who are His to pray His will.  It's both a mystery and a glorious revelation.

He is more than Wonderful.

Night all,  Nita

Hi Everyone...

Just thought you might like to see and hear this lovely singer.  Jerome Hines is a famous opera singer.  I do believe he has gone on to glory now.

Just click on the arrow at the middle.






Here are the words if you'd like to sing along with him:

Well all are up to get ready for the Lord's Day.  Two of us are waiting for the shower and Elizabeth is a slow poke in the mornings.

We are going to have luncch with friends after church.  Sharon broke her wrist so I suggested we take lunch and have a visit.  Her husband will do something for dessert.   My girls call these folks Grandma and Grandad.  They are spoilled accordingly.

Well Got to run, I will be back tonight.  Janet I am continuing to pray.  Take care sis.

Love to all
JudyB

Just time for a quick note before getting dressed for church.  Darrel is not going; still not feeling well, but is better and doesn't have quite as much problem.  So he's making progress.

Abby's visit will end today, and we are both a bit sad about that.  She's been wonderful.  But when you are in third grade, school is your main job!  ;)

Thanks for the continuing prayers........love you all!

It is really nice out in Indiana.  Still a little cool.  If you were out very long, you would need a jacket but the sun is nice and toasty! 

Today was Bring a Friend to church day.  Both services were packed.  And both services had songs that were sung a capella.  I love that.  All those voices blended into one singing praises for our Lord. 

After that I got a nice lunch at Taco Bell and then stopped at the Dollar General for a few items.  Drinks....Vegetable Juice and Diet Coke. 

When I got home I put in a couple of addresses in my GPS....one to take my photos to Kokomo and the other for a Women's Retreat in Brown County.  I am all set now. 

Now to get caught up online and then study for some photography lessons that starts Thursday evening. 

I am praying that everyone has a great day and those who are ill will be better by the minute. 

Just thought I'd check in again.

Hope you are all fine.

Hi, friends,

I'm thankful for the good day today. Our pastor's bringing sermons on the 7 sayings of Jesus as he was on the cross. This one today was about "My God, My God, why have you forsaken Me?" Lots to think about from his message.

Well, it's with sadness that I share that Theresa died on Friday night. She had been progressing very slowly but steadily, but took a sudden turn for the worse and expired. My heart goes out to the husband and the children.

Y'll have a good rest of the day.

Ruth Ann

Hi everyone.  Nothing new here.  Our daughter spent the weekend and after church her mother took her to pick up some groceries and then I took her back to her apartment. 

We had a guest minister this morning, a man who was in our church for 16 years and decided several years ago he had a call from God to be a minister.  He completed seminary and our church helped support him throughout his preparation to be a minister.  Our deacons and elders and ministers were at an annual training retreat this weekend so were away.  We had a small choir but did a piece that could be done with a smaller number of voices as it had just two parts.  We also had a violin accompaniment along with the piano and it was very nice.

It has been in the 50s here today but I see we are to have warmer weather this week starting tomorrow.  Otherwise it was really a beautiful day and I am so enjoying the flowering trees at this time of year.  However, some of the Bradford Pears are starting to leaf out and shed the blossoms.

Etta Sue, I don't think I would have enjoyed a concert that lasted over 4 hours.  Glad you enjoyed it.

Ruth Ann, so sorry to hear about Theresa.  Prayers for the husband and children.  I do hope Theresa knew the Lord.

Larry, our temp was well over 80 today!  Abby and her friend Gabby wanted to put on their swim suits and go play in the sprinklers!  I didn't let them, though.

When I took Abby to meet her mom at our halfway meeting spot, Mark was with her, so it was a real treat to get some good ol' Mark hugs!  His Spring Break (and Curtis') is this week.

I must think about what needs to be done now, after our "excitement" of the past week.  Somehow, none of that matters when a loved one is having a health crisis!  Good for us to remember what's really important in life.

Hello, Pat.  I enjoyed the singing on You Tube.  How are you doing now?

I didn't go to church tonight, had to take Abby, then when I got home decided to practice piano for a while.  And I need to spend time with Darrel, too.  I know that God knows my heart.  Pastor's family weren't in church this morning; they have been having stomach flu again.

I'm just rambling, so will go see what else I can do. Bye!

Time to lock the door!

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