Are You A Lurker?

How many of you have those blogs that you read on a daily basis yet you NEVER comment. That is what is known in blogland as a lurker. I am the queen of lurking-I don't always want to comment b/c I don't want people to think I am stalking them. The truth is-I am stalking others. I guess I just figure that what people don't know can't hurt them.

But it always freaks me out when I realize that my family is out there lurking. Within the last few weeks-in the "REAL WORLD" friends even family members have started conversations with me on a topic I had written here in blogland. "You mean you read my blog?" Wow! To which I rapidly start going over my blog in my head-did I say something about them?

So my NEW policy for myself is to comment on the blogs that I LURK -simply because I believe it encourages others when you let them know you are actually reading there work. But if you don't want to comment, no skin off my back. Lurkers are welcome here at my pad. But please feel free to email me or stop me on the street and say, "I like your blog." That always sends me warm fuzzies!

PS Does anyone know how to fix my blog so it actually does spaces and indents. I hate the "all crammed" together look that happens when I post-the preview does not do this-it is all nice and spaced out!

Merry Christmas to Little Ole Me!

I just won this Sizzix "Funky Brush" set on EBAY! I was the only bidder and I bought for more than half off the price they sell at Micheal's even with the 50% off coupon. It is almost like it was meant to be or something.

Anyways this is cause for celebration in my house so I just had to share the good news. Scrappy Chicks- I look forward to sharing this with all of you next time we get away to crop!

"In Other Words"

"One response was given by the innkeeper when Mary and Joseph wanted to find a room where the Child could be born. The innkeeper was not hostile; he was not opposed to them, but his inn was crowded; his hands were full; his mind was preoccupied. This is the answer that millions are giving today. Like a Bethlehem innkeeper, they cannot find room for Christ. All the accommodations in their hearts are already taken up by other crowding interests. Their response is not atheism. It is not defiance. It is preoccupation and the feeling of being able to get on reasonably well without Christianity."~ Billy Graham ~

What does Christmas mean to you? Does it mean constant celebration? The Hustle and Bustle of Christmas shopping? Or does it mean quiet reflection for all that God has done for you in the past year?

Between setting up our Christmas tree, writing our Christmas letter, shopping for loved ones and watching my favorite holiday movies-I have forgotten something. I hate to admit that today was the first time in over a week that I set down to have a quiet time. I became too busy with preparing for Christmas that I pushed my quiet time to the back burner.

I don't want to become like the innkeeper and fill up my day with so many things that I forget to save room for Jesus. Instead I want Jesus to hold a place of honor in my house. I want for His birth to be our reason for celebration and focus on this more than the gifts under my tree, the look of the house or putting the letter in everyone's mailbox faster than a speeding bullet.

I am going to take time to read the scriptures. To meditate on all that God has done for us this year and to study up on Advent. By the way, my church growing up did not emphasize advent or if they did, I wasn't paying attention. (That is quite possible) So if anyone has any suggestions on a book that explains Advent in detail I would greatly appreciate your help. A children's book is really what I am looking for so that I can keep it simple in my head and read it to my children one day.

God bless!

Susan

For more "In Other Words" or to write your own and link it up with others see Laurel Wreath

Elijah's Gift For Aunt Sue Sue

" I need to get by here so

I can get Aunt Sue Sue a gift from that big, bright tree!"

"Why do they always put these chairs back here?

Don't they know it makes it harder for me to get by!"
"Let's see-which one would she like?!"
"Oh yes the basketball one! I know she would like that one!"
"Here Aunt Sue Sue-I got you a gift!"

A Mother-Daughter Affair To Remember

This past Saturday I splurged and took my mother to the Radio City Rockettes Musical Spectacular. It was fabulous! I love to see the Toy Solider Routine and the high kicks but I must admit the finale was the icing on the cake. They closed out the show telling the "Nativity Story." I had to dab away the tears. It is not often anymore that people put so much emphasis on Christmas being a celebration of Christ's birth outside of church doors. To see it out in public really made it all the more significant.

I was blessed to have this day one on one with my mother. Don't get me wrong-I enjoy family time but family time comes often. Mother-Daughter outings are not as often as they used to be. So to be able to spend the day with my mom was priceless. Maybe next year we will be celebrating not only Christ's birth but the birth of our baby numero uno! Only time will tell, right?!

Faithful...

Today's Proverbs 31 Ministry devotional is a good one. You should check it out! Also if you are looking for an uplifting, inexpensive magazine may I suggest that you subscribe to Proverbs 31. It has really blessed my life!

As I was walking today, with a high of 25 degrees-I was thanking God for being there for me through good times and bad. I was praising Him for all that He has done and all that He is going to do in my life. I realize how blessed I am after reading a friend's blog who is a missionary in Africa and they have been without water for a few days now. Yet they are still praising God.

We complain because we don't have the latest gadget or that our house doesn't look like it came out of the pages of the magazine but here are Randy and Kelly praising God for allowing the water to come back on long enough for them to wash dishes, bodies, clothes and flush the toilets. It just reminds me that all the "stuff" we hold so dear really doesn't amount to a hill of beans.

So no matter what may be taking place in your life today-please remember one thing: be thankful!
Thank God for the things we take for granted: shelter from the cold, our health, each new breath and the freedom to pray openly to God.

God bless your journey!
Susan

I Just Couldn't BE more proud!

Two of my favorite blog friends have been nominated for the Christan Women Online Blog Awards. I feel like a proud mama- I am bursting at the seams with pure joy!

If you have yet to read these whatcha waiting for! Go here and here and sit a spell. You will be inspired, I guarantee ya!

On another note...

Do you realize what we have here is a virtual quilting bee! We gather together around the BLOGS and chit chat. Just like they did and still do before technology ruled the world. I have been inspired by so many blogs out there in blogland. Reconnected with old friends. Grew deeper relationships with new friends and even family members. I guess what I am trying to say is thanks. Thank you for reading and posting comments but most of all thank you for writing. As they would say in Texas, "Y'all have inspired little ole me!"


Now go here and vote for my friends!!

"They're All Going to Laugh at Us!"

So I borrowed this picture from our local weather station today. They asked people to send in their pictures of the WINTER BLAST! Guys, come on! Don't you know people up North are laughing at us! This is nothing compared to what I have seen on other peoples blogs who are dealing with a REAL-LIVE-BLIZZARD!

We Texans close schools and businesses for a little bit of slippery road. The local news stations take over the daily line up. The WHOLE day they showed us the same thing over and over. It was like the news was on a rotating feed that sounded something like this:

"We take you now to the bridges and over passes, which are very hazardous....it looks like conditions are getting worse...if you have to drive outside please be careful b/c streets are very icy...Stay home and watch us stand in the cold...I am sure there are people out there who are thankful for garages today-because otherwise they would be outside scrapping away...snow flurry's are falling-looks like we are in for a blizzard." (Yes people actual words out of the reporters mouth!)

But ask me if I left the house today!

Did you leave the house? asks YOU.

No, I work at home so I stayed in doors by the fire.

What else did you do today? asks YOU.

Watched "It's a Wonderful Life" twice. Labeled the company Christmas Cards. Did a few end of the year reports. Made fun of the news casters take on the WINTER BLAST. Made Chili for hubby and my neighbor (my mom)-made hot cocoa and sat by the fire.

That's what I did. Yep. Yep.

So what are you doing the rest of the night? asks YOU.

Well, I am staying up late to watch my college website just in case I don't have class tomorrow.

I bet you a ice cream sandwich that we won't because that is how Texans do things around here!

Wimps-that's what we are and I am a Native Wimp!

Thursday Thirteen: Prayers We Prayed

Many of you know that I am celebrating Canon's year anniversary this week of his new liver. I've been yelling- PRAISE YOU JESUS!!! all day long. During the past year, God brought the Perkins back into my life. (Chandra and I were roommates one summer at college-Drew was in my golf class-he was always trying to help improve my game-I still need work)

Anywhoo, I believe we were brought together because God knew that they would need someone outside of the circle to pray for them. Many days and nights were spent on my knees. I weeped like a baby when I read Chandra's journal the night they found out it was time. I still cry but mostly they are tears of joy or for the fact that they live sooooo far away from me and I don't see them near enough! You can read the full story at :http://mgmorrow.com/canon/indexcanon.shtml

13 Prayers We Prayed for the Perkins:

1. We prayed for the peace that passes all our understanding.

2. We prayed for provision. That the Lord would provide funding for the surgery and Canon's medications for the rest of his life. God richly blessed them.

3. We prayed for Creed, Canon's little brother, who was born during this roller coaster we call life.

4. We prayed for the travel. They had to fly to the appointments in Houston not to mention the 3 dry runs they had to endure.

5. We prayed for protection over Drew and Chandra's marriage. That no matter what might be happening on the outside-that they would remain true to each other and continue to lean on one another during this trying time.

6. We prayed for the many people who sacrificed their time to raise money in honor of Canon.

7. We prayed for Canon that he would be at peace with all the poking and prodding he had to endure. We prayed that God would provide a liver and then that God would heal him.

8. We prayed for the family that would lose their loved one in order to provide Canon with a new liver.

9. We prayed for the non-believers who had lost hope in God. We prayed that through the story of Canon that they would believe and have hope once again in the one true God.

10. We prayed for the doctors and nurses who used their gifts to provide Canon with excellent care and with the Perkins the right amount of knowledge.

11. We prayed for the Perkins and Morrows who were watching not only their grandchild but their children deal with such hardship. They were a source of strength to them during this time. Held them up in prayer, fundraising, babysitting and by just doing what parents do best loving them in good times and in bad.

12. We prayed that their Christmas last year in Houston would be a blessing. It sure was-Canon soon started walking after his surgery.

13. We continue to pray all these things but most of all we praise God for His faithfulness.

Thank you Lord for your healing hand. Thank you Lord for blessing this the Perkins. And Lord thank you for allowing me the opportunity to pray for my sweet friends. You have taught me so many lessons about how rewarding it can be to pray for others.

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While Hubby Is Working...I BLOG!

Christmas officially begins once the Charlie Brown Christmas Special has aired. I told Jeff that this year I wanted to buy the Great Pumpkin, Thanksgiving and the Christmas DVD to pass on to our kids. He says, "No you want to buy them for YOU!" Okay-you got me!

One thing I realized during tonights airing is the fact that the girl that fully annoys Charlie is a girl named Susan. Now that is just not right. Why did they Chuck Shultz name her SUSAN!

Tomorrow is the Year Anniversary of Canon's new Liver...

Tomorrow I will not post a blog because I will be busy praising God for His provision and protection over my best buddy Canon. I am so thankful for his parents who have allowed me to be apart of this journey through prayer and a visit this summer. In honor of Canon, I am posting my Thursday Thirteen on him come Thursday.

Until then, I am off to dance in the streets, shout for joy and sing praises to my King!

"Praise God from whom all blessings flow! Praise Him all Creatures here below! Praise Him above the Heavenly Host. Praise Father, Son and Holy Ghost."

The Doxology- a favorite hymn of mine!

I've Been Tagged

Laurel Wreath tagged me tonight-I should be heading to bed but I had the pleasure of sneaking in a 3 hour nap today- a perk that comes with working out of my home. And since I was working yesterday instead of taking my Sunday nap-I took full advantage of it today. But of course tonight, I have a case of insomnia

A-Z of Me

A - Available/Single? N/A, Married!

B - Best Friend? Jeff and my Alison (BFS-best friend sometimes)

C- Cake or Pie? Chocolate Cake

D - Drink Of Choice? Sonic Cherry Cokes

E - Essential Item You Use Everyday? Hello, my laptop (LW's answer and I have to agree!)

F - Favorite Color? Blue (LW, sage was my wedding colors :) )

G - Gummy Bears Or Worms? Gummy Bears

H - Hometown? (born in ) Bedford, TX

I - Indulgence? Andes Mint Chocolate Chip or a Ben and Jerry's

J - January Or February? February (My Birthday Month)

K - Kids & Their Names? no kids yet...we are in much prayer and hopefully one day soon :)

L - Life Is Incomplete Without? Sonic and Quiet time

(I am known for having QT @ Sonic!)

M - Marriage Date? March 8

N- Number Of Siblings? 1

O - Oranges Or Apples? Oranges to snack-apples for apple pies!

P - Phobias/Fears? having a miscarriage, losing Jeff, dying before I had a chance to really live

Q - Favorite Quote? "What you are becoming while you are waiting is more important than getting there."

Very important for my life

R - Reason to Smile - Classic Movies, my nieces and nephew growing and learning new things

S - Season? Fall

T - Tag Four People? Jodi, Heather, Paige and Lyniel (Real Life Friends/Family)

U - Unknown Fact About Me? I love ELVIS! Yes, I said it-I LOVE ELVIS

V - Vegetable you don’t like? Lima Beans

W - Worst Habit? procrastination

X - X-rays You’ve Had? body

Y - Your Favorite Food? Mexican and a great hearty bowl of spaghetti with the works

Z - Zodiac Sign? Pisces

Thank you Jordan!

Jordan today has been one year since your little life was cut short. Today your parents and family have been heavy on my heart because I know they are missing you greatly today.

But I wanted to tell you thanks because your liver saved my friend Canon's life. You were an answered prayer for me. Although I knew someone would have to lose their life for Canon's sake-I still prayed that God would bring the right person along to save my friends Drew and Chandra from anymore heartache. You see, they already lost one child, Amberly. I knew they were terrified of loosing a second. I often dream of you and Amberly. I dream that you are in heaven playing and running-no fear of bad things to come.

Thank you for praying for Canon without realizing it would be your life that saved this child. Thank you for trusting the Lord with all your heart and excepting Jesus in your heart at an early age. Thank you Jordan for your sacrifice.

I will continue to pray for your family because I know they are still hurting and maybe more so today because a full year has passed.

Friends in blog land, please remember Jordan's family in your prayers as they live through the one year anniversary of their son's death.

Hug your babies today!

Healing Is A Choice

Jesus said,

"Daughter, you took a risk trusting me, and now you're healed and whole.

Live well, live blessed."

-Luke 8:48

(The Message)

It was a risk I chose to take that first time I walked into the counselor's office 6 years ago. It was a choice I made after many months in prayer asking my Heavenly Father to heal my wounds.

It was time to let the baggage go.

I recently read the story of the woman who had bled for 12 years until she reached out in faith to touch the Lord's robe as he and his disciples walked the crowded street. The Lord said, "Daughter, your faith has healed you-go in peace!" (NIV)

Today I was struck with this thought-It was my trust in the Lord that healed me.

I was terrified the first time I walked into the therapist office. I did not know what would come about this journey I was on. The only thing I knew is that I was miserable and unless I received help I would remain just that: miserable.

This started a long arduous journey that left me grasping and clawing my way back to the top. I will not sugar coat this process for those of you who are not comfortable with the healing process. Moving beyond our past is not easy. You see it is easy to live unhappy but it is much harder to learn to be happy in spite of the misery we have made. I slowly dissected every mistake, failure, heartache and misguidance in my life. Then I lay open, bare before the Lord. I did not rush to put it all back together again but I waited for the Lord. The Lord healed me-he made me whole.

"Why are you telling me all of this? " asked YOU.

I tell you this because today I was touched by the Lord's healing hand once again.

6 years ago, I started the healing process because Jeff and I were about to get married. I realized that in order for me to move forward, I had to leave the past in the past. God reminded me that because I chose to trust Him completely He made me whole.

We (Jeff and I) are relearning what it means to trust the Lord completely with our lives. So I tell you all of this as a reminder to me (and maybe you) that God will heal us-yet again-we just have to reach out and believe this to be true.

A Book Suggestion

This book is a must read! I was deeply touched by this book because the central theme is about healing relationships. I just thought that I would share it with you all because it is worth reading plus it is a quick read-I read in one day. Not too deep but does make you reevaluate relationships in your life. Especially the grandmother-mother-daughter relationship. So if you are a grandmother-mother or daughter go pick this up. You will not be dissappointed!

If I Had Only Known By Reba

If I had only known
It was the last walk in the rain
Id keep you out for hours in the storm
I would hold your hand
Like a life line to my heart
Underneath the thunder wed be warm
If I had only known
It was our last walk in the rain

If I had only known
Id never hear your voice again
Id memorize each thing you ever said
And on those lonely nights
I could think of them once more
Keep your words alive inside my head
If I had only known
Id never hear your voice again

You were the treasure in my hand
You were the one who always stood beside me
So unaware I foolishly believed
That you would always be there
But then there came a day
And I turned my head and you slipped away

If I had only known
It was my last night by your side
Id pray a miracle would stop the dawn
And when youd smile at me
I would look into your eyes
And make sure you know my love
For you goes on and on
If I had only known
If I had only known
The love I wouldve shown
If I had only known

I heard this on the radio today when I woke up-felt like it was a dream. I started thinking about all the family I had lost in the last five years. I miss them all greatly during the holidays.

I miss Nanny Betty laughing and shooing all of the cousins out of the kitchen while the "grown ups" cooked. Then calling us all back in to help clean up. I miss all of the cousins laughing until our sides hurt while we work as a team racking up the leaves. It amazes me that not one person in our family felt like they didn't belong. Each person had a place-blood or not.

I miss my Uncle Miller walking through the door at my grandparents house Christmas day. His laugh was contagious-he brought a light to our holiday festivites. He always had a funny joke or a great story that kept us laughing long after Christmas. I miss the light that was in my grandparents eyes as they enjoyed each and everyone of us-crammed in their two bedroom apartment. It didn't matter that we didn't all have a place to sit or that they had the nicest of places. All that mattered was that we were together as a family.

I miss my Nana. From the time that I could drive, I would drive to her house to help with the Holiday Baking. We would laugh as she shared her infamous pie making techniques or the best recipes for fudge. I miss her Christmas decorations. They were always so breathtaking. She had a pink tree that was absolutley beautiful. One day I will have a tree in my house that is filled with pink ornaments and silver ribbon. In honor of Nana and in honor of her fight with breast cancer.

I miss Grandad. I miss how he would pull each of us girl cousins to sit on the arm of his recliner and would pull out his secret stash of York Peppermint patties. The day of his funeral, my cousin Kathryn and I found his stash and cried. I love the way that he would stay up with us for hours that night putting together our new toys. I miss his sweet tender voice as we sang Sunday mornings in church. He liked nothing more than to have his granddaughters around him singing the harmonies of the old fashioned hymns.

I miss being with each and everyone of these people. I miss the familiarity of having your family around you. I miss our big family gatherings that were filled with love and laughter.

If I had only known that the last holiday would of been my last, I think I would of cherished them a little more. I would of stayed longer on the side of Grandad's recliner. I wouldn't have been so rushed to go home after the Christmas baking was done. I would have hugged Nanny Betty longer as she said goodbye. I would of spent more time talking with my family and less time in the kitchen.

I cherish each and every moment with my family. I pray you can do the same. Sometimes I think we forget what the holidays are about: that is why I pray that through the posts on this blog that each and everyone of us will reevaluate the people in your life. Ask yourself "If I knew this was my last holiday with them, would I treat them differently?"

Thanksgiving 2006 w/ the Cherry's

The Cherry Sisters and Maude

The Girls laughing while we wait for the food to warm.
The little cousins painting Christmas ornaments-we have many talented artists in this family.


The grub...this family knows how to cook! Yummy! Yum! Yum! My two favorite brother in laws-digesting after grub fest 2006.
The Hickman boys talking Cowboy football! Go Cowboys!!
The Bride and Groom-they are so giddy with wedding plans.

Preston-chilling in the bathroom-I mean the "Horse Stall!"


Hayley "The Horse" I think she was saying, "Am I going to get fed?"
Sweet Grayson-sitting on the tub taking it all in!

The Cornucopia Cake made by MIL and SIL-isn't it pretty!

The Holiday Festivities Begin...

Baby Brooke and Parents Come for a Visit

Brooke with her Mom, Amy

Brooke with her Granny Sue

While I was away for the weekend scrap booking with my SCRAPPY CHICKS Robert and Amy came into town with little Brooke. I was very sad to miss this opportunity but would not have passed up the opportunity to get away with my SCRAPPY CHICKS to talk, eat, watch chick flicks, scrapbook and get massages. Coming home yesterday, I was able to breathe a little deeper because I wasn't as stressed as when I left. I am so thankful for Jeff taking his camera to get pictures for me but I must say, I am counting down until Christmas is here so I can see Brooke in person.

Cousin Val and Issac are here from Washington State...

My cousin Valerie and her husband Issac came in for Thanksgiving. They live in Washington so coming in to town is always a special occasion since it is not often they are able to get away. The whole family met tonight for good Mexican food. And did you know that in the spring they will get their doctorate in art. Valerie will soon be called Dr. Valerie! Fabulous! We couldn't be more proud of them both.

To Valerie and Issac-I am so proud of your college achievements. I know one day your art will be so well known that they will write books to display your work. And when that day comes, Jeff and I will be the first to purchase a copy to sit on our coffee table for all our guests to see.

Here is a picture of Valerie with our grandparents. If you are looking at my grandmother and thinking "Is she okay?" Yes, she's good-just not very good at taking pictures. Plus the flash is very bright.

They finally got an oxygen tank for her to wear that isn't as heavy as the other ones that she couldn't even lug around. I am thankful for this because I always worry about her when she is not wearing her oxygen, especially when she is out running errands. Now she can go as she pleases with enough oxygen to get her there and back. This is a good thing for a Granny who likes to be on the go.

In Other News...

Jeff and I would like for you to keep a few people in your prayers.

1. Jeff's dad-still in need of a job Please pray that the Lord will provide a job that will be a joy for him to go to each day. Pray that all of our faith will be increased.

2. A good friend of Jeff and I's lost his job today. Pray that he and his wife will not react to the situation but will prayerfully consider the options that God has for them. May the peace transcend all our understanding...

3. Pray for my friend Laura-who is a missionary in Cochabamba and is very homesick for her family. Laura, I tried to leave you a comment but blogger was not my friend. This is my way of telling you that I am praying for you, Gary and little Nathan.

4. Pray for Jordan's family. Jordan is the little boy who died this time last year. Because of this, Canon is alive and well today. Pray for his parents and siblings as they go through the first anniversary and the first holiday season. Pray for Chandra and Drew as well who will praise God on one hand for His provision and on the other hand mourn with Jordan's family for their loss.

5. Pray for the holidays. Please remember to not be stressed this holiday season and to enjoy the family that is around you. Don't ever take your family for granted, cherish the moments you have with them. You never know when God will call them home. Trust me, all the things that we hold grudges about or get upset about DO NOT MATTER IN THE END. So quit your whining and love the one your with. (Sorry, I will step off my soap box now. I always get this way at the holidays but I will leave that for another post on another day!)

I loved a ninja because I am NOT a homosexual!

My sister in law, Missy and I have had a good laugh with this game so I thought I would post it to my blog for all to play.

Leave your sentence in my comments so we can all laugh with each other. My sentence is my title. Feel free to play this game on your blog too just let me know if you post so I can come by to see what your sentence is!

Pick the month you were born:

January------I kicked

February-----I loved

March---------I smoked

April-----------I dry humped

May-----------I choked on

June----------I murdered

July-----------I did the Macarena with

August-------I had lunch with

September---I danced with

October------I sang to

November----I yelled at

December----I ran over

Pick the day (number) you were born on:

1-------a birdbath

2-------a monster

3-------a phone

4-------a fork

5-------a Mexican

6-------a gangster

7-------my cell phone

8-------my dog

9-------my best friends' boyfriend

10-------my neighbor

11-------my science teacher

12-------a banana

13-------a fireman

14-------a stuffed animal

15-------a goat

16-------a pickle

17-------your mom

18-------a spoon

19-------myself

20-------a baseball bat

21-------a ninja

22-------Chuck Norris

23-------a noodle

24-------a squirrel

25-------a football player

26-------my sister

27-------my brother

28-------an ipod

29-------a permanent marker

30-------a llama

31-------A homeless guy

Pick the color of shirt you are wearing:

White--------because I'm cool like that

Black---------because that's how I roll.

Pink----------because I'm NOT a homosexual.

Red----------because the voices told me to.

Blue----------because I'm sexy and I do what I want

Green---------because I hate myself.

Purple--------because I'm cool.

Gray----------because I was drunk

Yellow--------because someone offered me 1,000,000 dollars

Orange-------because I hate my family.

Brown--------because I was high.

Other---------because I'm a ninja.

None----------because I cant control myself

Vacationing from Blogland

The other night at dinner I was telling Jeff my long list of things to do. He looked at me and said, "Maybe you need to take a break from blogging until you get this done." Hmmm, why didn't I think of that!

So for the next few days, I am taking a break to get caught up on my work, school and house. And to have a few days with my scrapbook chicks doing what we do best talking and laughing with a few pages thrown in between.

If I don't see you before, have a Happy Thanksgiving! And remember to be thankful!!!

P.S To my sweet cousins (you know who you are) I am praying for you all. I know this is a hard time for each one of you. I will pray that God will lift your burden and bless your journey.

HAPPY THOUGHTS!

Things are a little crazy so here is my happy thoughts!

Got to run...

Hubby just walked in the door and said,

"Are you fixin dinner?"

(Thinking: NO! FIX IT YOURSELF!)

But I said out loud, "Yes, I will start for you!"

Hey Bible study Chicks: Titus 2 is kicking in!