Saturday night and for the most part caught up with things. Still have painting to do but ..maybe tomorrow.
My focus has been entirely to much on myself--need to reach out to others and help to meet their needs.
So much cancer--all around. Need to make appointment to get my annual checkup and I believe I am due for a colonoscopy.
Snowing outside.
The Alpha class has been interesting--mainly because of the new people I have met. the lessons themselves so far are nothing new. Others have commented on this too. My group is made up of all women; they all have made a committment to Jesus so althoug we are all in different areas of our walk with God we all agree that there is a God.
Right now my dog is guarding my ironing board..she is a very strange dog. If I try to put it away she will attack it. Have to wait till she is outside before I move it.
I rented the next group of "24" or so I thought. When I went to watch it I had already seen these episodes. Also Rented Open Water. Not a very easy going movie--kept waiting for them to get rescued and then it just ends. Wouldn't recommend it.
Saturday, February 26, 2005
Monday, February 21, 2005
Relatives
Just got back from a weekend of visiting relatives
Had a wedding to go to Sunday and found out Saturday that my uncle had passed away so we went to a wake Sunday also. Both were down on Long Island. My mom's brother Frank who was suffering from advanced alzheimer's disease died and was being waked in New Hyde Park. I got to see some of my cousins that I hadn't seen in a very long time. They were the ones that we used to get together with once a year at Christmas time. It was good to catch up with them.
My nephew Michael was married Sunday evening. He is two years younger than my son which makes him 23. It was a beautiful wedding, everything was done to the letter--really nice place. fancy food-the whole nine yards. Also got to see people that I hadn't seen in at least 20-25 years. It was a good time. The only negative and this is becoming a very big negative for me--was the cigarette smoke. I hate it. Can't stand being around it and at the wedding most of the people I knew smoked. This includes my sister-in-law and her husband who graciously let us stay at their house. But I can't take the smoke. Will not do that again. I am going to really start petitioning God to help John quit. It is a big dividing point between us. He has been smoking more since we got the house and I am liking it less and less. Don't want to be around him cause I can't take the smell. In the past I've asked to be able accept the smoke but I don't want to do that anymore.
On another front John is going to Las Vegas on March 9 to the 14th. He has a friend who has a room and tickets to the Nascar races and I am glad that he has the opportunity to do something special. I booked the flights tonight on line.
Saw my mom today on our way back home from Long Island. Went to lunch together. She took another fall today. this seems to be happening more often. she cut her hand and arm .
Am trying to get our taxes done and Jen's too. Hopefully this weekend I can get them completed and mailed out. Jen should also be getting the car registered in her name and her license in Ohio. Things are moving forward.
Don't know if I mentioned that my son came in last weekend. It was a good visit. He even took my Christmas (yes Christmas) tree down. Living room looks much better now.
Time for bed (in my own comfortable bed).
Night
Had a wedding to go to Sunday and found out Saturday that my uncle had passed away so we went to a wake Sunday also. Both were down on Long Island. My mom's brother Frank who was suffering from advanced alzheimer's disease died and was being waked in New Hyde Park. I got to see some of my cousins that I hadn't seen in a very long time. They were the ones that we used to get together with once a year at Christmas time. It was good to catch up with them.
My nephew Michael was married Sunday evening. He is two years younger than my son which makes him 23. It was a beautiful wedding, everything was done to the letter--really nice place. fancy food-the whole nine yards. Also got to see people that I hadn't seen in at least 20-25 years. It was a good time. The only negative and this is becoming a very big negative for me--was the cigarette smoke. I hate it. Can't stand being around it and at the wedding most of the people I knew smoked. This includes my sister-in-law and her husband who graciously let us stay at their house. But I can't take the smoke. Will not do that again. I am going to really start petitioning God to help John quit. It is a big dividing point between us. He has been smoking more since we got the house and I am liking it less and less. Don't want to be around him cause I can't take the smell. In the past I've asked to be able accept the smoke but I don't want to do that anymore.
On another front John is going to Las Vegas on March 9 to the 14th. He has a friend who has a room and tickets to the Nascar races and I am glad that he has the opportunity to do something special. I booked the flights tonight on line.
Saw my mom today on our way back home from Long Island. Went to lunch together. She took another fall today. this seems to be happening more often. she cut her hand and arm .
Am trying to get our taxes done and Jen's too. Hopefully this weekend I can get them completed and mailed out. Jen should also be getting the car registered in her name and her license in Ohio. Things are moving forward.
Don't know if I mentioned that my son came in last weekend. It was a good visit. He even took my Christmas (yes Christmas) tree down. Living room looks much better now.
Time for bed (in my own comfortable bed).
Night
Sunday, February 13, 2005
Another card
Another special card I need to share:
Thank you, Lord, for my beautiful mother--for the love she always gives me and her friendship that is never-failing, for her kind eyes that see the best in me and her gentle wisdom that carries me through, for her prayers that lift me up and the dreams she holds in her heart for me, for the happy memories we've made together and all the hugs and smiles we've yet to share--I am forever grateful.
I also look forward to the hugs and fulfillment of dreams that are to come.
God Bless
Thank you, Lord, for my beautiful mother--for the love she always gives me and her friendship that is never-failing, for her kind eyes that see the best in me and her gentle wisdom that carries me through, for her prayers that lift me up and the dreams she holds in her heart for me, for the happy memories we've made together and all the hugs and smiles we've yet to share--I am forever grateful.
I also look forward to the hugs and fulfillment of dreams that are to come.
God Bless
card
wanted to share card I received form my husband:
"...This is my beloved, and this is my friend... Song of Solomon 5:16
When I tell you "I love you" it means so much more than three little words. It means that your happiness is so important to me... that I desire many blessings in life for you.
When I tell you "I love you" it means that I always want to be there for you...that no matter what happens in our lives, we will come through it together.
When I tell you "I love you" it means that I would rather be with you than anyone else in the world. It means that you're not only my partner in life, but also my very best friend.
Happy Birthday
Over the years as I have gone through different trials God has used the words in different cards I have received to lift me up and help me to focus on His plan for my life even when circumstances looked far different than what the words were saying. faith--the belief in something that can not be proven. Trust in what you believe that God has for you.
Thank you Father for loving me and watching over me
"...This is my beloved, and this is my friend... Song of Solomon 5:16
When I tell you "I love you" it means so much more than three little words. It means that your happiness is so important to me... that I desire many blessings in life for you.
When I tell you "I love you" it means that I always want to be there for you...that no matter what happens in our lives, we will come through it together.
When I tell you "I love you" it means that I would rather be with you than anyone else in the world. It means that you're not only my partner in life, but also my very best friend.
Happy Birthday
Over the years as I have gone through different trials God has used the words in different cards I have received to lift me up and help me to focus on His plan for my life even when circumstances looked far different than what the words were saying. faith--the belief in something that can not be proven. Trust in what you believe that God has for you.
Thank you Father for loving me and watching over me
birthday
Had a great birthday--actually an extended weekend birthday. My dishwasher and counter top were installed on Friday by my very talented husband. My son came up to visit Friday night. we went to the movies Saturday to see MillionDollar baby. I don't recommend it unless you like boxing (which I don't) and you are in a downer frame of mind. it does not have an uplifting ending. Although I like Clint Eastwood I find his movies to be very slow going.
went to church Sunday am and it was a good time of worship for me. After service came home and we all went to the casino where I proceeded to lose my money on the nickel slot machine. Good thing I don't do this very often--once every five or six years. Maybe less now as I found this casino to be filled with smoke and I really don't like smoke. Put my clothes in the wash when I got home to get rid of the smell.
after the casino we went out to eat at Fresno's. Picked thisplace because I realy wanted chicken soup and potato skins. guess what?? No chicken soup and they don't serve potato skins any more. oh well dessert was delicious.
Came home to watch Shall We Dance (the gift my son gave me). Enjoyed it very much. Would like to learn how to dance. A new goal.
Time for bed
went to church Sunday am and it was a good time of worship for me. After service came home and we all went to the casino where I proceeded to lose my money on the nickel slot machine. Good thing I don't do this very often--once every five or six years. Maybe less now as I found this casino to be filled with smoke and I really don't like smoke. Put my clothes in the wash when I got home to get rid of the smell.
after the casino we went out to eat at Fresno's. Picked thisplace because I realy wanted chicken soup and potato skins. guess what?? No chicken soup and they don't serve potato skins any more. oh well dessert was delicious.
Came home to watch Shall We Dance (the gift my son gave me). Enjoyed it very much. Would like to learn how to dance. A new goal.
Time for bed
Thursday, February 10, 2005
Oz says
Spiritual lust makes me demand an answer from God, instead of seeking God who gives the answer...Whenever the insistence is on the point that God answers prayer, we are off the track. The meaning of prayer is that we get hold of God, not of the answer.
Interesting
Ask God to see his face. Ask to feel his loving arms around you. Stop shaking your fist and demanding answers. The answers will come when you stand in his presence, not when you demand his attention.
Interesting
Ask God to see his face. Ask to feel his loving arms around you. Stop shaking your fist and demanding answers. The answers will come when you stand in his presence, not when you demand his attention.
Tuesday, February 08, 2005
cars & taxes
I will be glad when our taxes are done and we have completed the registration transfer on the Nissan. Too confusing for me. checking back and forth between the requirments for both states. At least I have ordered the new title. I hope Jen realizes that she has to take a written driving test for Ohio to be sure she knows their rules and regulations.
I am glad that Dan is coming to visit this weekend. Wish the house renovations were further along but nothing I can do at this point in time.
Going to get to bed earlier tonight. Went bowling with small group --on a work night--not something I usually do but it was fun.
Till next time
I am glad that Dan is coming to visit this weekend. Wish the house renovations were further along but nothing I can do at this point in time.
Going to get to bed earlier tonight. Went bowling with small group --on a work night--not something I usually do but it was fun.
Till next time
Friday, February 04, 2005
Pushing Forward
Was feeling pretty lousy most of the day. About 3pm whatever I have seemed to break a bit. I still have congestion and aches & pains but the post nasal drip has let up.
Went to worship night at church for a bit but left early as I was not feeling up to it. Came home and proceeded to do my federal return on line--what a pain--but it is done. Just have to do state.
Was supposed to met with a "mentor" from church tomorrow for brunch but I cancelled as I don't feel up to it. Maybe I am avoiding the meeting--guess I kinda am but I really didn't want to meet tomorrow. the last three weekends have been spent either picking up or bringing back my mom with the one in between not a normal weekend as my mom was here and we had a snowstorm. Am looking forward to a weekend off--want to do some painting and maybe go bowling or to a movie.
Thought for the day: when a man is at his wits' end it is not a cowardly thing to pray, it is the only way he can get in touch with Reality. (O. Chambers)
Hear my prayer, O Lord, and give ear unto my cry. Psalm 39:12
Went to worship night at church for a bit but left early as I was not feeling up to it. Came home and proceeded to do my federal return on line--what a pain--but it is done. Just have to do state.
Was supposed to met with a "mentor" from church tomorrow for brunch but I cancelled as I don't feel up to it. Maybe I am avoiding the meeting--guess I kinda am but I really didn't want to meet tomorrow. the last three weekends have been spent either picking up or bringing back my mom with the one in between not a normal weekend as my mom was here and we had a snowstorm. Am looking forward to a weekend off--want to do some painting and maybe go bowling or to a movie.
Thought for the day: when a man is at his wits' end it is not a cowardly thing to pray, it is the only way he can get in touch with Reality. (O. Chambers)
Hear my prayer, O Lord, and give ear unto my cry. Psalm 39:12
Thursday, February 03, 2005
Lemons or lemonade?
I have a miserable cold--my nose keeps running and I keep coughing. I look forward to tomorrow when I will hopefully be to the next stage of this cold and on my way to getting better. Friday evening my church is having a praise time. Next Tuesday evening my small group is going bowling together and Wednesday night which is our normal night to meet there is going to be an Ash Wednesday service at church
Like art, like music, like so many other disciplines, prayer can only be appreciated when you actually spend time in it. Spending time with the Master will elevate your thinking. The more you pray, the more will be revealed. You will appreciate not only the greatness of prayer, but the greatness of God. (Joni Eareckson Tada)
Like art, like music, like so many other disciplines, prayer can only be appreciated when you actually spend time in it. Spending time with the Master will elevate your thinking. The more you pray, the more will be revealed. You will appreciate not only the greatness of prayer, but the greatness of God. (Joni Eareckson Tada)
Wednesday, February 02, 2005
trust
We can learn to trust God. When we do, we discover that God can be trusted. It all begins with surrender. --HVL
Trust Him when dark doubts assail you,
Trust Him when your strength is small;
Trust Him when to simply trust Him
Seems the hardest thing of all. --Bennett
Belief in God's Word plus surrender to god's will equals trust in God's goodness. Easy to say--often hard to do. But I again come back to the choice we all have--we decide what to focus on--what to read--what to watch.
Whenever we touch His almighty arm, some of his omnipotence streams in upon us, into our souls and into our bodies. And not only that, but, through us, it streams out to others. (O. Hallesby)
May all who read this be blessed today. Amen
Tuesday, February 01, 2005
Prayer
Praying unlocks the doors of heaven and releases the power of God, God's answers are always right and good and best. Whether prayer changes our situation or not, one thing is certain: Prayer will change us! (Billy Graham)
Determining to pray on a regular basis. Not only prayer that is asking God for things but prayer that is talking with God--getting intimate with Him--resting in His presence.
Our minds are powerful--we choose what we will think about--sometimes with more difficulty than others but ultimately the choice is ours. I choose to nourish my mind with an overflowing of God's word .
Blessings to all
Determining to pray on a regular basis. Not only prayer that is asking God for things but prayer that is talking with God--getting intimate with Him--resting in His presence.
Our minds are powerful--we choose what we will think about--sometimes with more difficulty than others but ultimately the choice is ours. I choose to nourish my mind with an overflowing of God's word .
Blessings to all
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