Foto Friday

The 2-sided Jim Shore pumpkin
my dad got me for my
birthday in Canton.. Sept n Nov side

October side

RED shirt Friday
Remembering Everyone Deployed

Reasons

            Do you ever question what you are doing when you just seem to be on the go all the time?  I think some have nervous energy and feel the need to be busy all the time.  Some, on the other hand, are always busy helping others however they can.  Is there purpose in our scheduling madness?
            Psalm 46;10  ''He says, “Be still, and know that I am God; I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth.”''
           Sometimes we get so busy trying to solve the problems of our own little worlds that we forget to turn to the true Solver of all our trials.  God surely must laugh when we run around like chickens with their heads cut off.
         Ask yourself often, 'What is my reason or purpose in doing this?'  Are you bearing spiritual fruit, feeding self pride, or pleasing the crowd?  All of our works should be done in the spirit to please and glorify God.
        'May the love in our hearts be manifested in the fruits of our labors.'

43rd Birthday

        Yesterday was my 43rd birthday, but I was too tired to blog about it.  It was a wonderful day of food, fun, and friends.  I organized a girls birthday luncheon at Whole Hog barbeque.  It couldn't have went any better, no air assistance or cough, just good fellowship with each other.  The presents I received were right on target for my likes.
        Later in the day, I was treated to Tutti Frutti by the owner... yum.  I visited with more friends later on that evening.  What a full day of smiles, laughter and memories.
       43 years is a long time, actually the oldest I've ever been.  My God who knew me and formed me in the womb is the One who sustains me through this journey and I have no cause or fear for my future... He is my Rock.

Rich, the owner of Whole Hog,
celebrating with us

Susan Franco made me a
'and that's that' tshirt

Jelly from Twylia

Gloria put together and framed
the puzzle pieces I had sent her
this spring

My new clothes collection

Best fro-yo in town

Frisco/Canton Texas Trip

   


      Well that was the longest that I've ever gone without the internet, but it was well worth it.  We left Tuesday for Frisco, TX for my pre-birthday road trip.
      Wednesday began with shopping at IKEA and Sam Moon Trade Center.  We all met up at 2 o'clock for our IFly indoor skydiving reservation.  As much as it was my idea and desire to indoor skydive, it was for my safety not to have my prayer answered.  Charlene, Kristy, Karla and my dad did get to IFly and it was fun to watch.  Flapping cheeks, concentration to the max, and balance gone awry.  Yes, its hard not to be a little envious of their flying adventure but I'll reserve my flight time till heaven.  After IFly, the sisters met up with family and we went to the Frisco Marketplace.  I got my favorite Orange Julius drink too that I had been craving.
         Thursday, we headed for Canton.. the flea market town of all towns.  We got to do a little practice shopping before the big day of shopping on Friday.
         Friday, we woke up to rain..... WHAT?  It was a blessing tho and cooled things off till the afternoon.  We shopped hard and long with many bargains conquered.  That night we went to Juanita's for my birthday dinner, my first time to eat out in a restaurant since Oct 2013.  It went well with a little air help.
        Saturday after a little morning shopping, Kristy headed to Austin and we headed back to LR.  Great people sharing a great time making great memories.

Happy

         To live in the present and make it memorable is a key to happiness.  Each day is a gift from God and although we often take it for granted.. it is not promised to us.
         Will what you did today have a lasting impact?  It is often the little things that matter most.  A kind word, an unexpected compliment, a shared smile.....it doesn't take much to make a person's day.  We all need joy boosters in our lives.
         Accepting where you are in life is part of maturity.  You are where you are in life based on your choices, goals and self motivation, if you don't like it.. change it.  Some things we cannot change so then we just look for the bright side of those situations.
         Last night, I used my air during part of the church service.  As my pride struggled, I considered the blessing of my air being portable.  I was where I wanted to be and accepting what I needed helped me visit with others after the service and made the most out of my day.

Foto Friday

Ice buckets for the challenge

Our before challenge shot

Rew girls visit

Katherine playing the shark

Jessica and Becca

Happy in the shade

Cutest puddle jumper

ALS Ice Bucket Challenge

              Karla and I did the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge today and our video proof is above.  ALS, aka Lou Gehrig's disease, is a neuromuscular disease that usually strikes in the prime of life.  Raising awareness and funds for research helps in finding the cures for many similar diseases.  My friend, Paul Dunn, lost his life to ALS and there are many others out there suffering in their fight with it.  Consider a donation or volunteering your time in support of the ALS Foundation.

Pray for Them

            Do you ever lie awake with someone on your mind?  Maybe their situation is one you want to fix, to comfort, or to change but you just don't know how or where to start.  Prayer is the best and most effective place to start.
           For whatever reason the burden of someone has been placed on your heart by the Holy Spirit, it is your duty to pray on their behalf.  Others may not be as sensitive to the situation as you are.
          Prayer is like our mailbox.  We all want something in our inbox, but how much have we sent?  Pray for those on your heart, who've hurt your heart, and who bless your heart.