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! We had cable installed yesterday for the computer.  However, our laptop continues to give us fits.  Way behind in everything here & we are getting ready to head out of town before the storm hits today - heavy snow predictions.  Grandsitting for four days. 

I sent a note to Gord and Noreen in the Prayer section.  Do hope that he has turned a corner for the better.

De-cluttering.  I do this all of the time on a regular basis and it seems easier but still I have to do the deep de-cluttering.  The serious stuff! 

Welcome dponlyme. 

Thanks for the welcome and if dponlyme is a bit of a pain to pronounce my name is Darren Perkins thus the dp. It's only me. dponlyme. I just came from posting with the atheist and am having a serious problem with supposed Christians who are trying to persuade them of God's existence or at least I thought they were, then I see where they are not sure themselves that 1. God exist 2. There is an afterlife and 3. If God does exist that he is the Christian God.  I am completely disheartened that those who would identify as Christians would not have any assurance of these things. They are not making it easy for me to make a case for Christianity.  I'll keep plugging away.  It is certainly helping to keep my mind focused on God if nothing else.

Thank you Etta Sue for commenting on my photos.  The reason for the 'forsaken' title on the dog shot is because his owner has him chained to a tree with a very short chain. He cannot even get down off of the top of his doghouse.  He seemed very sad and tried to move about but to no avail.  The chain is just way too short.

A big CP welcome to you, Darren!  And may your efforts to witness to atheists and to "doubting Christians" bear much fruit.  I notice that a lot of people who claim the title Christian have no idea what they really believe.  They just want the name, I think.

It is misty-moisty here today.  We are praying that we get a really good, soaking rain and not a hard freeze.  The fruit trees are ready to burst into full bloom.

The little girl from here who was killed on the 4-wheeler was only 13.  I learned today that she had a head-on collision with a dune buggy.  So awful.......   And I'm not sure any of the family know the Lord, but I surely pray they do.

Larry, glad you are feeling stronger today.  I'm feeling a bit achy from the damp air, but it's worth it if we can get some moisture.

Etta Sue, enjoy your Red Hat luncheon!

We are planning a trip to South Texas soon to visit Darrel's brother.  Sure is a l-o-n-g old drive down there. (About 1000 miles.  )

Have a great afternoon!~

Well I've had a bit of trouble with my gallery. I deleted it by accident.  I went ahead and uploaded the two I did yesterday and two more shots if anyone wants to check them out. One is of our newest edition and my first grandson.  Hope I didn't break the rules by doing 4 pics today. Thanks for the welcome Janet.  I think what happens is that people grow up with parents who give lip service to Christianity and it is passed along to the children.  They identify as Christians when they don't really know what that means.

I have done some last minute laundry and washed my new jeans I still have to clean the kitchen tomorrow and shampoo my hair. I am getting all ready to go.

I will be safe. I promise to drive carefully, keep my eyes on the road and not gawk around sight seeing, that can come later. I will not speed or pass big logging trucks unless there is a passing lane. I will not use my cell phone unless I pull off the road. These are all instructions I have received from Keith,  he is being a worry wart. he says he has never been a worrier until now. I think he's rather smitten.    with me. I think it's cute. He also told me to make sure I go to church tonight since I won't be here this weekend.

There is a new rumor at my church that seems to be going around. I am supposed to be leaving the church for good and never coming back. Ha how do these things get started anyway? My Pastor knows it isn't true but I have had  people from other churches call me and invite me to their church (people that I know). i think I need to make and announcement at church and tell them I am NOT leaving.

Hello everyone, I'm about to go check out Darren's pics.
I bet there going to be good.

  Those are great!

I'm headed there too, Scotty.  A few hours later than you, but I'm getting here late.  Nita

Thank you scotty and Nita!!

I finished this poem today for the Radio Station. I just pop in and out here and read all your posts but I am really busy in the garden at the moment and most of my time is spent there.

Lovely pictures Darren and nice to meet you and also you ScottyBoy!

That Jeannine says she is springing a surprise on me and I have no idea what it is...she is making me nervous!

Love and God bless to all of you. Back to the weeding now.

Marilyn ~ I know you will have a safe trip.  Sometimes when people tell me to drive safe or be careful, I think to myself...do they think I would do anything to harm others or myself intentionally?  I know they don't but that is sometimes my thoughts. 

Red Hats was great.  We went to Bub's Cafe in Carmel.  A house converted into a restaurant.  Every wall was painted a different color.  Every chair a different color.  No two chairs at a table matched in design.  But quite noisy...nothing to absorb noise.  I have never ever ordered a grilled cheese sandwich in a restaurant before but I did yesterday.  Great sandwich with three cheese, a different type bread, red peppers and pesto in it, fried in olive oil and herbs!  Really good.  And Loaded Potato Salad..never had that before.  Nice lunch. 

Today is 60 Chix.  We are going to The Bank in Pendleton.  It used to be a bank in my high school days but now a restaurant...The Bank.  The menus look like checkbooks! 

Yucky today.  Looks like rain any minute.  The phone rang early or I would still be in bed!!

Hi Colin!!  You posted while I was composing.  I see you have been composing also!  Great poem, Colin.  Great! 

Hi everyone.  It is another beautiful day here today after a really great day yesterday.  I am just back a few minutes from morning coffee a the cafe and then walking in the gym with my two friends.  I was able to get in 16 laps today, which is over 3/4 of a mile.

I had to stop a the bank to get some cash and came home and called a friend from church who needs help with her computer.  I plan on going to her house around 4 pm to see if I can help her.  I have done this several times before.  She is in her early 80s but a very sharp lady.  Unfortunately, she doesn't have much computer savvy.  I will reinstall Open Office and put InfanView on her computer.  That will be it for the day.

Marilyn, I hope you have a wonderful and enjoyable trip. 

Etta Sue, that sounds like it was a very good grilled cheese sandwhich and that you had a good time.  You sound like Pat and I in having a lot of eating out occasions.  In some weeks we don't eat more than 2 or 3 meals at home in the evening or if we have had a big lunch, like we did yesterday, we just have a snack for dinner.   

Janet, don't envy you your trip of 1000 miles.  That is a lot of riding in the car but staying in touch with close family is important.  We learned yesterday that Pat's aunt and uncle in Kansas City are not doing well so we may have to make a trip to Missouri.  Her aunt is very stubborn and refuses to take the medicines she is prescribed and ends up the in hospital.  This has happened several times.  It was not in our plan to make a trip to Missouri this year but will do whatever is necessary.

Colin, thanks for the new poem.  Isn't pulling all those weeds hard on your back?  I have this friend here who has put out several large gardens each year and then sold his produce under a big tree at the place he used to live.  At the end of each season he says he isn't going to do it anymore but just heard that he has his large garden planted again this year.  He loves his gardening.

Darren, glad to learn your name. 

Carol, hope you like your cable Internet.  It will be fast but just hope it is reliable.  I had cable but had to give it up as their service was awful.  Hope that won't be your experience.  Has Don tried using the System Restore function on the laptop to go back to where it was working well?  I have had that rescue me several times. 

Colin, I love that poem!  I might "borrow" it to read somewhere (just need an occasion!)  Don't overdo with all that garden work.  I know you do have such a beautiful garden.

Etta Sue, that sounds like a fun place to eat, and with good food, too.  Nice idea for a grilled cheese sandwich---they are usually so bland.

Larry, I am not looking forward to that long ride, and we are taking the big pickup, as Don has lots of stuff he wants us to take.  He isn't taking care of it, and they have been being robbed lately.  Someone even stole a big, heavy-duty 5th wheel gooseneck trailer.  And went into his storage building and opened EVERY BOX in there!  And here we have been getting rid of stuff............

It's my day to go eat with my youth friends.  They want to invite a friend each, and to play a game, so I don't have to take craft stuff to do.  We have such a short time together anyway.

This afternoon I'm going with Darrel to Liberal.  He has a trouble call, and we might buy me a new chair.  Mine is shot.  I had a newer one, but it was way too big for me, and I gave it to my son-in-law.

Hello to all of you!  Have a good trip, Marilyn!  Hi, Scotty!  Hello Darren!  And greetings to the rest of you who will come in later.

 I'm going over to grandparents house today. So, if it stays sunny, I'll get some pics of the Puget Sound, and the beach.

Have a nice day everyone!

It's my birthday today and thought you might like to see what I got. I have pictures at the link below.  I think you'll like what I got from my youngest daughter. Just click the link below if your interested. Scroll down to see it all.

http://birthdaypresents.awardspace.com/birthday.html

HAPPY BIRTHDAY DARREN!    Cool diary!

Thanks to all who commented on the poem.

Weeding is sore on my back Larry but like your friend, I love gardening!

Good afternoon all,

It has been some month this past month, Michael has been in the hospital twice, he is now home and fine. My mom fell twice and went to emergency, she is sore but good. My dad was in emergency for dehydration. I had been under the weather as well for a little bit. Things are getting back to "normal" whatever that is.

My husband is finally back from his trip. And says it is now my turn. OK, now for the surprise Colin hinted at thinking I had for him. On April 23rd I will be traveling to Northern Ireland, to visit him and his family and some of the other people I have met through him over there. It is a much needed break from all the tension which has threatened to overwhelm me. If it were not for our loving Father and the moral support Colin and his family have given...well, lets not go there. I can not wait to go and just immerse myself in the wonderous beauty of God's handiwork He put into that lovely Emerald Isle.

I have been reading as I am able to get online, it has been hectic. Know that I pray for all the needs mentioned, and not directly mentioned. Now I will go back to my little corner and continue to read and pray.

Colin, absolutely beautiful poem my friend!

Welcome to all the new members, and I pray for safe trip for all traveling.

Still Trusting In Him,
Jeannine

Darren - that diary with all its entries is absolutely a terrific gift!  It's really wonderful that they were moved to do all that!  That took a little inspiration.

I was going to fake surprise at your annoucement about coming over to meet me and my family Jeannine but you and I know we have talked about nothing else for weeks! I have the byre rid out and a drop of hay in it so that is your bed sorted out! You will get an Ulster fry in the mornin, a feed of champ in the afternoon and a drap o tae in the evening. 
Just have to get the auld donkey shod and the cart rigged up and we will be all set for our excursions.

I will be glad to welcome Jeannine to my home and I thank her for the kind words she has written about me and my family. She is a wonderful person and we have been only too willing to give her support in her times of need. We are still hoping and praying that nothing else will prevent her from coming over as she has had so many setbacks recently. God willing in two weeks time she will be having the break she really needs and she will be enjoying the wonderful countryside of N. Ireland.

Goodnight all from the Auld Sod

I'm back from Toronto!  I so dislike that city but the fellowship with Judy and Norm McKenna as I drove them to their medical appointment was lovely.


I'm so thrilled for you, Jeannine!  I love Northern Ireland so much.  I wish I were going as well.  How long will you be over there.


Lovely poem, Colin.  I so enjoy your poems.  And I'd give anything to be able to have a real Ulster fry!

You'll have to make sure you put your birthday in your profile! 

I am all ready go go except for the last minute things like hair brush etc. little things. I will only work for 2 hours depends on what projects we have for tomorrow. Bill has been over to  see where everything is for the dogs and Mimi will also check on them, too.

There has been more problems at my church and I do believe that I will be moving on to the Baptist church in Arcata. Eleanor called me this morning to tell me that the Pastor there  has asked her to call me and invite me to some thing that is going on this weekend, but I will be out of town.

Marilyn, it's sad when problems occur in our churches.

Have a great trip!

Make sure you go to the "Urgent Prayer for Gord Brown" and see who posted!

We are back home from Liberal, and we did purchase a new recliner for me, and also a new bed.  We have both been having trouble sleeping, and Darrel has had a lot of back pain, so we will be getting a tempur-pedic bed next week.  It has a 20 year guarantee, so should be a good one.

Jeannine, what a wonderful trip!  Have a great time, and Colin, you behave yourself!  YOU sleep in the barn on the hay, and let Jeannine sleep in the house.    How I would love to visit Ireland.......well, someday. 

Pat, good you're home, too.  Hello to Judy and Norm.  When is the wedding?  I've been trying to remember.

I'm tired and have to go to work early in the morning, so will sign off now.

Janet, the wedding is sneeking up on us!

It's May 24 at 1 pm at Royal City Baptist Church!

Thank you Pat I'm sure I will have a wonderful time. Your wedding is on Keith's birthday.