We are back in a routine.......
Work,
the gym,
Board Meetings,
Bible Study,
Small group (s),
Am I happy or sad about it?
A little of both.
Lots of change ahead...
I am praying for peace of mind and heart.
Friday, January 16, 2009
Monday, December 22, 2008
It's almost Christmas time!
When I was in college, we had this album in our apartment that my roommate got at YL camp. There was a song on it called, "It's almost Christmas time" I always think about that cheesy song this time of year and how much I have grown and changed in these 30 years.
Tyler is coming home in two days. I am glad, but a little nervous about all of us handing his readjustment. I'm glad I have been out of the ocuntry so I can remember how it feels to be so overwhelmed with Ameica, the opulence, the overindulgence, the
materialism...
I hope we can have a Christmas that is simple and about Christ and our family.
I hope yours is too...
Tyler is coming home in two days. I am glad, but a little nervous about all of us handing his readjustment. I'm glad I have been out of the ocuntry so I can remember how it feels to be so overwhelmed with Ameica, the opulence, the overindulgence, the
materialism...
I hope we can have a Christmas that is simple and about Christ and our family.
I hope yours is too...
Saturday, December 13, 2008
Traditions and Milestones.......
Last Sunday we put up the tree, not a big deal for some....
but for team LRVN, it is a huge part of the Christmas tradition.
I made a huge mistake, we actually went to get the tree without the kids!
We were trying to use our time wisely...
All was forgiven and we had a fun day. This year was especially great for me,
I got to hold Max while the kids put the ornaments on the tree, laughing, making fun of the silly ornaments and keeping the tradition of
"voting an ornament off the tree"!
I am truly blessed.........
Today, a milestone! Kacy graduated from the University of North Texas
after a long, long, long and difficult season of school. She wanted to quit so many times, but continued to plug away and today, she reaped the reward of her hard work and perseverance!
I was never so proud of her.
She is exceptional and has overcome so much. I believe her comment at dinner, though serious, marks how we all feel about the day. She said, "Not only did I think I would never finish school, I didn't think I would live long enough to do it"....that says it all.
God has been so faithful to us..........
Merry Christmas to you!
but for team LRVN, it is a huge part of the Christmas tradition.
I made a huge mistake, we actually went to get the tree without the kids!
We were trying to use our time wisely...
All was forgiven and we had a fun day. This year was especially great for me,
I got to hold Max while the kids put the ornaments on the tree, laughing, making fun of the silly ornaments and keeping the tradition of
"voting an ornament off the tree"!
I am truly blessed.........
Today, a milestone! Kacy graduated from the University of North Texas
after a long, long, long and difficult season of school. She wanted to quit so many times, but continued to plug away and today, she reaped the reward of her hard work and perseverance!
I was never so proud of her.
She is exceptional and has overcome so much. I believe her comment at dinner, though serious, marks how we all feel about the day. She said, "Not only did I think I would never finish school, I didn't think I would live long enough to do it"....that says it all.
God has been so faithful to us..........
Merry Christmas to you!
Sunday, November 23, 2008
An Amazing Day........
My friends with grandchildren kept telling me how amazing it is...........
I (in my usual way) decided to wait on the decision........but I have to say
THAT THEY WERE RIGHT!!
Seeing your child's child is one of the most amazing experiences.
I am in love in a whole different way......the awe and mystery of meeting a whole new human being. Someone who did not exist this time last year is in our family.
God is so amazing........he is so creative. I am looking forward to getting to know my new love.
I am sure more will follow...............
I (in my usual way) decided to wait on the decision........but I have to say
THAT THEY WERE RIGHT!!
Seeing your child's child is one of the most amazing experiences.
I am in love in a whole different way......the awe and mystery of meeting a whole new human being. Someone who did not exist this time last year is in our family.
God is so amazing........he is so creative. I am looking forward to getting to know my new love.
I am sure more will follow...............
Thursday, November 6, 2008
I will pray for Barak Obama
Well, America has chosen.
While I risk coming across as a bigot and a redneck, I must admit that I am disappointed in the choice. NOT because he is black ( or half-black) but because he is not opposed to taking the life of the unborn. Because he has the audacity to say "that decision is above my pay-grade" when asked if life begins at conception. C'mon, really? When did his amazing daughters come to "life"? At what moment did they become his children? 4 days? 12 weeks? 6 months?
More than 3000 babies are killed every day in America. What if that were soldiers in Iraq or Afghanistan? Do you think the media would stand for that? The press would be screaming for an end to the genocide! But we will all answer for this choice......
I believe that America has lost it's compass. I will continue to pray. I will also pray for Barak Obama. He will need it, he has no idea what he has gotten himself into........
While I risk coming across as a bigot and a redneck, I must admit that I am disappointed in the choice. NOT because he is black ( or half-black) but because he is not opposed to taking the life of the unborn. Because he has the audacity to say "that decision is above my pay-grade" when asked if life begins at conception. C'mon, really? When did his amazing daughters come to "life"? At what moment did they become his children? 4 days? 12 weeks? 6 months?
More than 3000 babies are killed every day in America. What if that were soldiers in Iraq or Afghanistan? Do you think the media would stand for that? The press would be screaming for an end to the genocide! But we will all answer for this choice......
I believe that America has lost it's compass. I will continue to pray. I will also pray for Barak Obama. He will need it, he has no idea what he has gotten himself into........
Sunday, November 2, 2008
Pumpkin Carving Day
I love fall.........
I love the cooler weather. I love the change in colors and decorations. I love that the holidays are soon here.
We have lots of fall traditions, sometimes I think that we are going to outgrow them, but I am always reminded that the kids need them. It is continuity for them in a changing world. I love that Mikey still wants to carve with us.
I am really anxious about the election. I know that God is in control of all things, even the nations. But I am afraid for our country and the direction it is heading. Scooter is confident that God is going to cause a miracle and show the media who is REALLY the influencer of minds and hearts in our country. I am praying he is right........
Pray for America!
I love the cooler weather. I love the change in colors and decorations. I love that the holidays are soon here.
We have lots of fall traditions, sometimes I think that we are going to outgrow them, but I am always reminded that the kids need them. It is continuity for them in a changing world. I love that Mikey still wants to carve with us.
I am really anxious about the election. I know that God is in control of all things, even the nations. But I am afraid for our country and the direction it is heading. Scooter is confident that God is going to cause a miracle and show the media who is REALLY the influencer of minds and hearts in our country. I am praying he is right........
Pray for America!
Friday, October 24, 2008
Milestones and Musings
Milestones:
Kyle is about to be a mom.
Joey is about to be a daddy.
Kacy is about to graduate from UNT.
JD is leading her well.
Tyler is contemplating a life in China.
Amy is accepted to OU.
Scooter and I have been married 10 years on November 22!
We are a blessed family.
God is good....
Amen!
Musings:
I have become the woman I have always been so critical of.
I have not made dinner for my family since school started. We are gone almost every weeknight. I miss cooking and having dinner as a family. I miss having friends over for dinner and great conversations. I am going to make some changes, I don't like this.........
Lord, help me make the changes I desire for my family...........
Kyle is about to be a mom.
Joey is about to be a daddy.
Kacy is about to graduate from UNT.
JD is leading her well.
Tyler is contemplating a life in China.
Amy is accepted to OU.
Scooter and I have been married 10 years on November 22!
We are a blessed family.
God is good....
Amen!
Musings:
I have become the woman I have always been so critical of.
I have not made dinner for my family since school started. We are gone almost every weeknight. I miss cooking and having dinner as a family. I miss having friends over for dinner and great conversations. I am going to make some changes, I don't like this.........
Lord, help me make the changes I desire for my family...........
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