Lazy Jordan Sings Rudolph

I finally got him to let me take him singing Rudolph and he was laying on the couch.

Hello

Just sitting here.  I need to go to bed but I took a nap after work so I am not sleepy.  Had a rough day and am glad it is done.  Looking forward to a brighter day tomorrow.

Sharon called me tonight and said that David's mother passed away so keep them in your prayers.  She has been in really bad shape for a long time.  (The boy's great grandma if you don't know who this is).

Bethany also called and said they told her she has emphysema.  She said they told her to check into it further because sometimes pneumonia can be mistaken for emphysema.  She needs prayer.  They told her to quit smoking. (Of course).

So many sick and needing such great miracles from the Lord!!

I pray blessings of peace and health on all!

Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas......

Merry Christmas To All And To All A Blessed Day!!

We had a fun day!!  Presents and company and lots of playing. 

Well I was going to add a few pictures but I cannot find them??  Maybe later.

God bless you all!

Four Day Weekend!!!

Yes!  I have a four day weekend!  I plan to enjoy it!

Needs Prayer

Wesley went to ER again today.  He was having chest pains and his blood pressure was high.  They ruled out a heart attack and said the pains was the chest cavity from coughing.  He went to ER earlier this week and they said he had congestive heart failure but did not admit him to the hospital.  He was admitted tonight.  We will know more tomorrow.  Would one of you post on facebook so all can be praying.  Thanks.

Christmas Is Coming

It is hard to believe Christmas is almost here.  I put my Christmas ball and a few lights outside for the boys today.  I put up my baby tree.  And that will be that.  Now if I can manage a few presents under the tree I will be ready. 

Keep praying for me.  I am really having a LOT of trouble at work.  I hate being at odds with what I am suppose to do.  One of my safe spots has been work because I really felt I knew what I was doing.  No longer the case.  I really need God to help me with this.  I feel bad even mentioning this with so many others with such bad things going on but I do need prayer.

I hope everyone is doing well.  I pray God's blessings on you all.

Here I Am Again

Don't know what to write on my lesson plan???  I know that I am going to get the hang of this but I really need it to happen, like now.  I worked for over an hour.  Gave up and will go back to it in a little while.  I may use my old lesson plan once more time?

I got my rechargeable battery pack for my camera with my Walmart gift card from Glenda and Perry.  Thanks again for the card. 

It is back to work tomorrow!  Hope all goes well.  I am ready to get back in a comfort zone.  At work I new what I was doing and I think I did it well.  Now???????????  Enough of that.

Jessie was at Sunday School this morning.  He even sang a song.  I was so excited to see him.  I pray God send his miracle healing on him.  He is God and He can do all things.
I took both of my boys to Sunday School this morning.  I feel it went well with only a couple of little mishaps.  I pray God set angels guard around my precious boys!!  Or should I say precocious?

I enjoyed seeing Myra and her family today.  She blessed us with boxes of much needed health and beauty products.  God bless her abundantly.

I pray everyone has a most peaceful and blessed night.

I Am Thankful

We had a very good Thanksgiving at Jennifer and Dave's house.  They are really good hosts.  We had some really delicious food and it was great to have all of us sisters there.
Later I went and picked up the boys from Sharon.  Bethany and I enjoyed some time with them. 
After I took the boys home I went to bed and watched at a Star Trek NG marathon.  That being that it was on and I watched ten or fifteen minutes of each one between naps. LOL.

I am so thankful for all of God's blessings!!

Happy Thanksgiving

Wishing everybody a very happy, blessed Thanksgiving.

Glenda.  I got my card and gift card yesterday.  Thank you so much!

God bless.

Again I Say God is Good

Hello all.  Just want to thank you for your prayers and continued prayer.  For the first time since Tuesday night I am not in extreme pain.  I pray I am now on the uphill trail.  Strep has got to be an invention of the devil. Maybe a torture devise. LOL.

I am sitting here wishing I could have seen my boys this week but I would not want to risk them getting strep.  The poor fellows or sick enough without taking them purposely around something.

I am looking forward to next week.  I am hoping to be in wonderful health.  I am looking forward to the holiday.  There are so many reasons to be thankful for and I don't want to ever forget how much God does for me on a daily basis.  No on a minutely basis.  He is my strength, my song, my salvation.  I don't know where I would be without Him.

I am also looking forward to family, friends and food.  We always have such a wonderful time with Jennifer and Dave and anyone else that comes to enjoy their hospitality.  Thank you two for having us.

I guess I need to go.  I am planning to go online to region 8 and see if I can get a little better handle on all this new stuff at work.  I still have not made much change in my classroom but they have sure sent me some wonderful stuff to work with and I want to really make Lollypop proud of what can be accomplished but I  need God's help because of the overwhelming sensations that change gives to me.  I want to really do THE BEST by the children in my care.

God bless you all.

THANK YOU, GOD!!!!!

One More Time

My Internet is working in my bedroom tonight.  I have no idea what is determining when it will or won't work.
Just wanted to say hello.  I am still in the land of the living. LOL.  I am enjoying everyone Else's blog just not saying much myself.
Had a good visit with the boys today.  Jaxon is not feeling well and his ear is running.  Sharon is going to take him to the Dr tomorrow.  He had his MRI on Thursday.  It went well but still no results until later this month.

I finished my 2 day circle training and am supposed to be working with my new training and lesson plan starting Monday.  I am totally overwhelmed.  They keep telling me not to worry that it will all come together but alas this seems to be impossible for me.  Keep me in your prayers.  I also have a few very difficult students this year and that is not helping.  This new curriculum adds conscience discipline to the mix.  I pray it works out.  Oh I guess I know everything will work out but I would love it to be smooth transitions.

God is good.  My dependence is in Him!  He will help me through.

God bless you all with His perfect peace.

Hello All

Had a good day with the boys.  Jaxon handled his first test pretty good. They put him to sleep to take the test and will do the same on the next one.  Keep praying for him.

I have training classes on Monday and Tuesday so I do not have to be at work until Wednesday.  I hope the classes are enjoyable and informative.  Please continue to pray for me to get all this stuff in my head and going. 
I have already receive 8 boxes of things for my class and will be receiving more.  Great stuff but I will be cleaning out and arranging my room to accommodate the new program and new things.

Hope everyone is well.  God bless.

No New Titles

Seems like everything I think of as a title I have already used.
Sorry you cannot view my little mini video.  It would view last night when I  posted it.

Keep Jaxon on your prayer list over the next month.  Beginning Friday they will start on some tests (EEG, MRI, etc)  and they will give Sharon the results in the middle of November.  They are basing the presumption of possible brain bleeding on the fact of him being such a low weight preemie.  I pray that God lead and directly guide everything they do so that nothing wrong comes about.  If he is indeed having seizure activity I know it needs corrected.  God is able.  God be with my boy.  Set angels guard around him.

Pray I do okay with all the changes at work.  I am so nervous about it.  I do not change well but God can help me.  I will know more about the changes after the 2 day CIRCLE classes on Nov. 7,8.  I am excited about my new curriculum.  I have used Frog Street now for several years and it will be nice to have ALL of the componants.  I just pray I can combine so much down to the proper level for 3 and 4 year old children.  And on I ramble.  Pray for me.

God bless!!!

Pretty and Pink!!

I am very proud of all my new decorating.  I made a mini video and a few pics to give you an idea of what is done.  Obviously I have not decorated the walls but I am so proud of my newly painted bedroom with fresh carpet!.  I do not even have my dresser cleaned off but I decided I was gonna brag about it anyway.  I pray many blessings on Brad, James and Justin for all their labor on my behalf.

Sorry about the poker game in the background.  I do not watch it I just simply was busy and did not turn it off after password.

Praise the Lord.  I was able to replace my broke washer.  Norma called around for me and I got a used one and Brad kindly picked it up from the store and installed it.    God is good.

A couple of shots showing the livingroom carpet.

Finally

I have been on the computer now about an hour trying to post comments on the blogs.  It is soooo slow going.  my computer or the internet or the blog something.  Woh!

I am ready for bed.  Back to Stargate.  Something!

Want to share my calendar devotion. 
"The next time you discover holes in the bottom of your boat and you feel like you're going to sink,  don't despair.  God will bail you out.  You just keep singing."  By Luci Swindoll.

God bless all!!

He Put A New Song In My Mouth

I really enjoyed the singing tonight.  IT WAS GOOD TO HAVE NORMA AND WESLEY IN SERVICE AGAIN!!!!!   I love good anointed singing!!  Jennifer got to sing  a lot of songs tonight and I really enjoyed hearing some of my favorites.  God is good.

I had a good day today.  Brad, Justin and James came over and put the carpet down in my living room.  They id the hall last week.  It looks so bright and pretty.  I love pink.  Tons of pink.  The church gave me their carpet when they got new and I really do love and appreciate it.  It is a mingled pinks and raspberry, light and dark colors.  I brightened up the room so much. 
I got the curtains cut out for my bedroom today so maybe I will be able to talk myself into sewing them up soon..

I am going to start in on a series of training classes for Lollypop.  I will be going to class one Saturday a month from October through March along with a special 2 day session on November 7, 8.  If I do these classes Lollypop will receive a small grant for my preschool classroom.  That is exciting.  I have to have 15 hours of training every year any way so it will be good for that as well.  I really do love teaching children but some children are just sOOOOO hard to work with.  Lollypop still needs your prayers as we are really low on children.  The economy is getting to us as well.  God is a miracle God!

Heading to bed.  I had a long, busy night and day and I will have the boys all day tomorrow since they could not come today because of the carpet.  Looking forward to seeing them but I will need my rest.  Pray they cooperate well at Sunday School.  I am going to really start working with Jaxon to get him to use better manners.  People have told me that Autistic children can be taught to mind and use good manners.  I am praying for him to potty train and learn to be quieter at church! Amen.

God bless!!

Too Late Or Is It Too Early?

I am having a wakeful moment at a bad time.  Should be asleep.  Went to sleep earlier and got woke and am having trouble going back to sleep.  Thought I would comment on the blogs and just say a quick hello. 

Sorry I have not written much lately but my ancient computer doesn't deal well with facebook and Bethany's multitasking.  After she has been on it freezes up and won't navigate.  I don't spend much time at the computer anyway so if it is slow or won't navigate I just end up shutting down and going to bed.

Was so thankful for the rain we got.  Even though I discovered 2 leaks in the back room I was still joyous about the rain. Brad came by and said he would fix the leaks tomorrow.  God bless him abundantly.  Pray for his finger.  He cut it, said he had to have 17 stitches in it.  Oh My!  I pray it heals quickly with no problems.

Well, I guess I better head back to the bed and give it another try.  Not fun to take care of children with too little sleep.  Pray for Bethany.   God bless you all.

Hi there.

Really enjoying reading all of the other posts.  Thank you for writing.  God is good.

A share from my calendar.

"Even the best relationship will suffer conflict, even the surest financial arrangements can go bankrupt, and even the safest circumstances can turn risky.  But Jesus remains eternally the same: a sure way. "
By Patsy Clairmont

This really touches me because every since I was a little girl I have loved the verses where God plainly states He is the same forever.

Revelation 1:8
I am Alpha and Omega, the beginning and the ending, saith the Lord, which is, and which was, and which is to come, the Almighty.

Touching Base

I am sorry to be so silent but I have been under the weather once again.  Work, home and to bed I go.  I hate to even say it again.  Seems every time I write I am sick.  I really do have something going on though.  I guess a cold or something.

Enjoying my room even though I am slow poking around about getting everything done.  It is so much bigger than my little shoe box of a room.  I can add to and spread out.  I think it will be lovely to have everything in the same room.  Bed, TV, computer, sitting room and sewing machine.  I am just not up to doing too much at once. 

Getting the boys tomorrow.  I love my boys so much.  Keep them in your prayers.  Poor babies.  Life is not playing on the perfect keel for them but God is good.

I am tired and going off to bed I just wanted to get in a hi to all.  Keep me in your prayers.

Pray For Wesley

Wesley's blood sugar had been in the high 400s all day.  He had got to where he could not sit up or control his body.  Home health advised Norma to have an ambulance pick him and go to ER this evening.

She called me back a few minutes ago and said they had got his blood sugar down to the 200s and his blood pressure is doing good.  He is dehydrated and malnourished so they are going to keep him tonight.  We will know more tomorrow.  Remember him and Norma in prayers!!

She did not call around.  She called me because I had called her earlier and she was suppose to take his sugar one more time and if it was not better go to ER so I ask her to let me know.  When she called she ask me to blog and let you guys know what was up and to ask for prayer.

God bless.

A Prayer

by Jacob Boehme

Rule over me this day, O God, leading me on the paths of righteousness.  Put Your Word in my mind and Your Truth in my heart, that this day I neither think not feel anything except what is good and honest.  Protect me from all lies and falsehood, helping me to discern deception wherever  I meet it.  Let my eyes always look straight ahead on the road You wish me to tread, that I might not be tempted by any distraction.  And make my eyes pure, that no false desires may be awakened in me.

I say AMEN!

This was in my morning devotional book. 

God bless!

Feeling Better

I was sick all day yesterday.  I had a really wakeful night so I have spent my day off mostly in bed asleep.  I didn't get up until around 10, did a few things and was back laying down by about 3.  Watched a little TV and slept a few more hours.  I hope it don't keep me up tonight because it is back to work tomorrow.

God is good.  I am praying for God to give health and peace to you all.

Had a good Day

The boys and I had fun today.  I did not take the boys outside since Jaxon has strep.  He seemed to be feeling better though.  We played with balloons.  Jaxon loves balloons but most of the time we can only play a short time before Jaxon starts putting them in his mouth so I have to put them up but today he did not put them in his mouth at all.  He busted a lot of them but didn't try to put one piece in his mouth.  Jordan got good at dashing over and picking up the pieces to put in the trash.

I didn't blog at nap time today because I took a nap with the boys.  We all slept good!!!!

I'm a little curious about the disturbance last night.  When Jordan came over we went to the fence to look at the howling dog (That is what Jordan calls her) She was not there and a portion of the fence was knocked down.  I hope she was not hurt or anything.  I guess I'll never know since I am not the neighborly sort.  (Too shy to get to know my neighbors).

I'll say goodbye with a Scripture.  God bless you all.
He that dwelleth in the secret place of the most High shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty.
I will say unto the Lord, He is my refuge and my fortress: my God, in Him will I trust.  Psalm 91

Awake

I fell asleep earlier watching TV.  I woke up a little while ago and have not been able to doze back off.  There seemed to be a disturbance outside but I could see nothing.  I think it was down by the street corner but I don't hear anything now.  Hope all is well.
Jaxon is sick again.  He has strep so please pray for him.  Poor baby he is sick so much.
They are suppose to be here tomorrow as usual.  I always enjoy their visit even though it does leave me tired out.  Love them boys.
Bethany is liking her new job.  Praise the Lord.  I am so thankful she found a good job and I pray blessings on Josh for letting her stay with him until she can get her own place.
I am loving the idea of my 3 day weekend.  Hope I can talk myself into doing a little work around here. 

I really don't have anything to say just like to check in.  I want you guys to write and I feel guilty if I don't write occasionally.  How can I expect you to do something I am not doing myself.  Guess I'll head back to bed or should I say couch. LOL.  I love you.
God bless you all. 

Nothing Happening

I really don't have anything to say but since I signed in to comment on the other blogs so I just wanted to say HI.  I'm alive and well.  Looking forward to a 3 day weekend.  

God bless you all.

God Is Still Good

Hello again.  Not much to say lately just same old same old in my life.   I do want to always proclaim the wondrous goodness of God. 

I received another Jury Summons a week or so back.  I was really taken aback.  I told Norma to please pray.  I called the judge and Praise God he excused me and I do not have to serve.

Brad cleaned some trees off my roof, found a whole in the roof and was so kind to fix it.  He changed my back door which I have not been able to use for about a year now.  Gina had given me a door but I had no one to put it on.  He mowed and raked the yard yesterday.  All in this terrible heat.  I praise God for him and I ask that God bless him back abundantly. 

I have had so many good things happen that I am trying not to dwell on the other things.   

Bethany got a job and Josh is letting her stay with him until she can get a place.  God bless him back in abundance as well.

Jaxon is adjusting good to his new class at school.  I am praying they will be able to potty train him.  He really needs to train.

Lollypop needs prayer.  We are extremely low on kids this fall.

Guess I am rambling.  Just had to say how good God is.
God bless.

Walking, Leaping and Praising God

But for you who revere my name, the sun of righteousness will rise with healing in its wings.  And you will go out and leap like calves released from the stall.  Malachi 4:2

Praise the Lord.  Let us be released and the leaping begin!!!!  Amen!

Hey, Hey

Hope all is well with you.

"Thank you, Lord....your Word fills me with hope in all circumstances, great and small, because no matter how the immediate situation turns out, I already know the final outcome.  I know You will search for me if I lose my way.  And on those dark days of my life when it feels like I've lost You, I'll never stop searching --- because I know You'll be there.  You have promised You will be."   By Barbara Johnson.

God is with us. Now. Forever. Amen.

Hello

Sorry I haven't written lately.  Been spending a lot of time in the ICU waiting room with Norma.  Praise God Wesley was released today.  Will go back to cancer treatments tomorrow.  Keep praying!!!
God is Good.  I pray all is well with everyone.

Think About It

I flipping through "The Feel Good Book" and this caught my eye.

"Take up for yourself when your thoughts want to beat you up'"

Is that profound or what?

Hello

I have not written in a long time so I just want to check in.  I hate to say it but I have just been totally overwhelmed.  Too much going on!

I don't really have anything I want to say so I will just go with my calendar.

"There is a big difference between thinking and obsessing.......
Thinking is a constructive process.  It's taking you somewhere, and you are making progress.  Thinking has a sense of direction that guides you closer to where you would like to end up.  Obsessing, on the other hand, is like running on a hamster wheel.  You are spending energy like you're really going somewhere, but in reality it's not possible.  Obsessing is circular.  It will take your energy and wear out, but you will never end up any closer to a solution."  Nicole Johnson

Lord, please help us to overcome obsessing and be guided in our thinking by You.  Please, help us to stay focused and directed in our thoughts!!!

Pray! Pray! Pray!  And we'll get through it!  God is keeping us! 

Bethany needs prayer.  Please pray that God keep the boys under His wing and only what is best for them will come to be.

Jaxon needs prayer.

Sharon took Jaxon to the Doctor today.  He has strep.  I kept Jordan while she took him so I had him all day.  We did manage to stay the whole service this morning.  Praise God.  And then I spent a lot of the day reading.  Jordan has decided he likes to read.  He goes and gets a book and comes up and says Hold you.  We read The Napping House a BUNCH today.  I guess he has decided that is his favorite.  We also read Fishy Tales a lot.  He tells me what to sing.  I guess I sang the W-H-I-T-E song about a hundred times this weekend.  Sharon didn't call from the Dr until around 3:30 and by then Jordan was asleep so I took him home when he woke up around 5.

I ran to the store for some water and came back to watch some shows on the food network.  Got some laundry going that should have been done earlier in the day.  Oh well I won't get finished with that tonight.  I am really tired and it is back to work tomorrow.

God is good.  Bless you all.

Buenos Noches

Not sure of spelling but just to continue in the same theme.

The boys and I had a good day.  We had a lot of fun in the pool.  Glenda, I put the red and orange suit on Jordan the last 2 weeks.  The strings on it tighten up in a different way than the fish suit.  Jaxon don't need it tightened.  It was so funny today.  The apples had been picked off the apple tree.  Jordan looked over and he said "Where's the apple tree".  He thought since the apples were not on it it was not the apple tree. LOL.  He finally noticed a few on the other side so I think he understood.

Don't really have nothing to say just wanted to check in.  Except for my visit with the boys I have spent my time surfing the web and playing Enigma.  Very lazy.  Oh my.  Watched some TV, too.  Now since it is so late I am off to bed.  Probably for a little TV or reading before dozing off.

I pray you all have a restful night and a very blessed, peaceful day tomorrow.  It is Jordan's turn for Sunday School.  I pray all goes well.  I don't have to leave as early with Jordan as I do with Jaxon.  I pray we will last the full time tomorrow.

For with God nothing shall be impossible.

Buenos Dias

Our theme this week is Dora and we are learning some Spanish words.  We are singing Ms Jo's So Many Ways To Say Good Morning and reading Gato Azul.  If this information is not enough to cause your eyes to glaze then consider that I spent time last night learning how to make Jacobs Ladder and the witches broom with a piece of string.  And if you must know I thoroughly enjoyed myself.  I think I'll get a Cat's Cradle Book. 

I have kinda got hooked on Enigma on my Hoyle word games.  I have not played it much in the past but I was looking for something a little different and came across this game and have played A LOT of games over the past few days.  I guess we know why I am not getting much else done but I did put in 88 hours at Lollypop over the last 2 weeks.  I was proud of that.

I don't know why that is bold but it won't let me change.  I guess because I pasted the Scripture first and it begins bold.

I was so glad to read all my sisters new posts.  It makes me feel like I have had a little visit.  Not much of a phone person so I enjoy this.  I don't mind talking on the phone I am just not much one to call.

This verse caught my eye tonight when I was flipping through an old prayer journal.  We need His strength so desperately right now.  It is there for us! 

Ephesians 6:10

Amplified Bible (AMP)

¹⁰In conclusion, be strong in the Lord [be empowered through your union with Him]; draw your strength from Him [that strength which His boundless might provides].

God is Good!  God be with you all.

HE CARES

Casting all your care upon Him for He careth for you.  1 Peter 5:7

Waiting...

As per ususal on Saturday morning I am waiting on the boys to get here.  Thought i would just check in with a nice cheery Good morning!  Praying everyone has a blessed day.  I pray the Lord meets with us tonight at our singing.  I really enjoy singing and praising God in song.

"Father, thank you that when we cry to you, you hear our prayers and send your peace and grace to calm our innner storms.  Have mercy on me today.  Amen."   By Sheila Walsh

Amen.  So let it be.

God Is In Control

God is good.  Sometimes things look black and dark but I know God is in control of ALL things and we must hide in Him and ride out the storms in our path.  He can and will keep us if we trust in Him.

Picture Post

Gonna post some pics of my boys.  Proud grandma for sure!

This is what happens when grandma empties the pool while we are outside with her.  Muddy kids.

                                                          Thats all folks.  For now.

The boys are asleep.

I was just sitting here while the boys take their nap.  We had a lot of fun outside in the pool.  There was a slight cloud cover that kept it from being too hot.  They had new swim suits and toys aunt Glenda sent.  I put the end of the slide in the pool and Jordan loved sliding down into the pool.  He also liked making bubbles with the bubble sword.  Jaxon was not distracted from the water by anything.  He played and splashed and really enjoyed himself.  I think he did play with the slinky and stop to eat a little apple.  All in all it was very fun.

I pray everyone is at peace and having a good day.  God be with you all.

New Craft Project

I started a new craft project.  I hope I make it to completion because it is going to be a LOT of work.   It is crochet.  I found a different one but I was unsure if I could do it.  It was called the Prairie Star Afghan and there are tutorials on YouTube for it but I decided to start this other one using Granny Squares as I already know how to make them. 

I came home from work tonight, ate dinner and laid down on the couch to wait on the Singing Bee to come on and I fell asleep and did not wake up until around 9.  I had thought to call and see if Norma or Jennifer wanted to go out for a bite but I decided I was too tired.

I hope everyone had a good day and I pray tomorrow will be relaxed and peaceful.  I get more boys and if everything goes OK we will begin by going out to the wading pool.  The kids really love to play in water.  Especially Jaxon.  I pray we have a good day. 

Guess I will bid you goodnight with a Be at Peace.  God is good.  Rest In Him.

Good Morning All

Good morning to all of you.  I pray God bless your day and help you to accomplish all you set out to do.
Today I get my boys after work.  Looking forward to the visit.  I pray my day goes well at work so that I won't be so tired while they are here.

God is good.  let us rejoice in the day he has brought to us.  I pray He helps all who have to be in the extreme heat.  I personally am looking forward to the cooler weather.  I am not a big fan of the heat.

"He quieted the wind down to a whisper, put a muzzle on all the big waves.  And you were so glad when the storm died down, and He led you safely back to harbor.  So thank God for His marvelous love, for His miracle mercy to the children He loves."  Psalm 107:19-11 The Message.

Looking forward to the end of the storm............praise God there can be a quiet in the midst of the storm.   Lord, keep us in the quiet place as we ride out the storms in our life.  Keep us safe and at peace in You.  Amen.

The Cloud Of Witnesses

Wherefore seeing we also are compassed about with so great a cloud of witnesses, ........let us run with patience the race that is set before us.
Looking unto Jesus the author and finisher of our faith;....Hebrews 12:1, 2a

"The Great Cloud Of Witnesses"

Life Application Bible (KJV) note:
This "great cloud of witnesses" is  composed of people described in chapter 11.  Their faithfulness is a constant encouragement to us.  We do not struggle alone and we are not the first to struggle with the problems we face  Others have run the race and won and their witness stirs us to run and win also.  What an inspiring inheritance we have.  In this we gain maturity --- suffering is the training ground --- it brings patience.
GOAL --- Keep our eyes on Jesus!!  (End note)

But just think!  We not only have the many witnesses listed in Hebrews and other places in the Scripture but we can look at our own witnesses.  The people in our own lifetime who have walked with God and kept the faith through many trial, temptations and tests. Think on them and what their strong stand and their open dependence on God has shown us throughout the years.  ---ex.  Mother (Mary Lois), Bro. James, , Bro Loys, Bro JW, Sis. Bobbie, Aunt Kathryn, Sis. Velma and many, many others that I know you can think of.  Even some who are living now.  Holding on, struggling, surviving, knowing that God will see them through.  Knowing that God is walking there beside them, holding and comforting. At times He allows the fiery refinement while at other times He shields us from the fire completely.  He's ALWAYS THERE!!  He knows what we need to be the Jewels in His Kingdom.  To make us fit to be His children.

When the struggling seems long and hard think on some these lives and the many others.  Review and let it help you.  Remember what they stood for and how they came through.  Pray for strength like they had to carry you through!  God is good and He will lift you up and see you through.  He's there for you.  God is in control!!!  ALWAYS!!  You're never alone!  Praise God! 

Help!!  Please, God!
Thank You, Heavenly Father, for your love, your mercy and your grace to see us through!  Amen.

Time's Up

Last day of vacation.  I have spent the day being extremely lazy.  Except for a little laundry I have done absolutely nothing.  Getting rested from resting I guess.

I praise God for my sisters.  They are so good to me and helped me to have a really good vacation.  I pray God bless all three of them with peace and health.

God is good.

The Lord bless you and keep you;  the Lord make His face shine upon you and be gracious to you; The lord turn His face unto you and give you peace.  Numbers 6:24-26

Having Fun

Having fun on my vacation.  Glenda and I have played tons of Scattergories on the computer.  Jennifer has come over to visit everyday.  We have had some yummy food together.  Norma and Wesley came to visit last night while the boys were here.  Aunt Johnnie came by to visit today.  Paula was suppose to come by but got too tired.  Maybe she can come another day.  Norma and the boys are suppose to be over tomorrow and we hope to see Gina sometimes tomorrow after I take the boys home.

A few more days before I go back to work but I am thoroughly enjoying it.

God bless.

Amen

10-30-08

....I the Lord , made you, and I will not forget you.  Isaiah 44:21 (NLT)

 

I believe God is speaking to someone specifically.

 

Look up and rejoice.  No matter the circumstance.  God is real, He sees, He knows, He hears.  He is in control and He will carry you.  Rejoice in Him.  Draw close to Him.  Be not cast down.  Look up!  Again I say rejoice. 

 

God is love.  Let His peace and rest abide with you all!

Love and prayers, Zita

 

I was looking through my Gleanings tonight and this popped out at me.  Even though it was originally written  10-30-08 I believe it applies today as well.

 I really connect with the Scripture.  It means a lot to me to know that He does not forget about me.  He loves me and if I will stick close to Him everything will be okay!

God is good.

Nap

Just a check in.  I enjoy knowing what everyone else is doing so I am trying to post more often even though it may be just a short Hello.  I have really been enjoying Jennifer's posts.  That place they visited looked so peaceful and pretty.  The flower pictures are so beautiful and I like to hear about the little things the cats are doing since I hardly ever see them anymore.  Max was playing in and out last night keeping Jennifer hopping.

Anyway I enjoy reading all of your posts!!!!  So just a short hello from me.

The boys are sleeping soundly after our outside time.  I have my favorites list playing on the computer softly for nap music.  I am sitting here at the computer.  I am going to clear out my inbox and then play word games until the boys wake up.  Same as usual but vacation makes it more fun!
I pray everyone is having a good day.  God bless.

Vacation Begins..........

Yahoo!  Off for 8 days.  Lucky me my vacation will end with the 4th so I get an extra day.  Glenda is going to visit with me!  I am looking forward to that.  We had a great time when last she came.  We played tons of Scattergories and Word Yacht.  It was fun! fun.  I never have anyone to play games with so it was a special treat.
I really don't have anything else to say.  Just wanted to express some happiness looking forward.
I will have the boys tomorrow.  Hope we can make it outside to the wading pool.  They have so much fun with it.
I had a good evening.  Dave had called last night to invite me to dinner.  Norma and Wesley were invited, too.  We had a wonderfully delicious meal and a good visit.  I had fun.  Thanks for the invite, Jennifer and Dave.
God is good.  I pray all have a wonderful night.  May God bless the upcoming day and keep us in his loving care.

Mind Protection

Mind Protection

Lord, I thank You for my mind
For the blessings You let me find
For the days I didn't think I could make it through

I thank You for keeping me free
For Your spirit You give me
For I know I couldn't make it without You

When the enemy is attacking
I need some major backing
You send me all the help I need

When his darts are hitting fast
You give me comfort that will last
Help from Your word on which I feed

I know I am free from harm
Protected by my Father's own strong arm
In Your shadow I am covered from it all

You have given Your strength to me
Keeping me standing in place that I see
That You are sending more when I call

It is you, Father, that I have to thank
When to Your mercy river I come to drink
For I know that all I need I will find

Thank You for the courage You give
Helping me in Your grace to live
Knowing You will keep protecting my mind

Sept. 28, 2006
Ruby Harris
Copy write 2006

"And he that searcheth the hearts knoweth what is the mind of the spirit, because he maketh intercession for the saints according to the will of God"  Romans 8:27

When our hearts and minds are troubled.  When depression tries to set in.  When the troubles crowd our minds until our hearts tremble in fear.  God is our strength, our sanity, our joy, our protection, OUR PEACE!  We must look to Him, draw close to Him.  Our personal relationship with Him is the key to gain victory over the enemy, our thoughts, ???? all that tries to drag us down, beat us up and keep our hearts, minds and bodies weary.  God is good.  God is merciful.  God is trustworthy.  God is in control.  God is!!  Turn to Him, and trust that it is okay even if it does not look okay now!

"And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them that are called according to His purpose."  Romans 8:28

Have faith, hold on, it IS okay.  Be happy in Him.

Once Again I Need Prayer

I really had a hard time at work today.  I only had total 12 kids today and yet I could not hardly do it.  I even had waves of nausea then I would sneeze and feel better.  But I could barely concentrate and everything made me nervous.  I don't know what this is but I pray it was a 24 hour thing and I will be better tomorrow.  I am having trouble breathing as well.

"Lord, help us to be faithful and responsible in the little squalls of life so we have what it takes when the thunderclouds strike.  Thank you for being God over all our storms.  Amen"  Patsy Clairmont
(Thought  I would share my calendar devotion for today.)

God is good.  I hope everyone had a good day and will continue with a peaceful night.  God bless.

My Dad

I don't think you could ever find a better man than my dad.  He had a strange sense of humor but he was a strong man always ready to work and lend a hand to anyone in need.  I don't think I have ever seen any one
more in love with his wife than daddy. 
He loved us, too.  He was proud of everyone of his kids.  He loved all of mother's brothers and sisters like his own as well.  I really miss him a lot.  MANY peoples needs were met because my dad worked hard and was willing to allow mother to give when she saw the need.

Daddy stepped in many a time and did for Bethany what her own dad and later step dad was not willing to do.  He loved me and he loved Bethany and him and mama gave above and beyond to help me take good care of her. 

Jaxon loved daddy and he was sad when dad was gone.  I know because he would look at dad's picture and shake his head and moan sometimes after daddy passed away.

He loved both my boys.  He was already feeble and barely able to hold Jordan but he loved to talk to the boys and play with them.
He was as proud of them as he was all his grands and great grands.

Daddy I miss you!  Wish I had been a much better caregiver.  If you was here today I would try harder.  Forgive me for my down failings and love me anyway!  I believe he did!

Happy Father's Day to all.

Summer Fun

Nothing spectacular to talk about so I'll post a few of my boys water play to go with the ones Norma posted.  Speaking from Grandma's point of view, they are just the cutest things!

Prayer

I need prayer.  Please pray for me when you pray.  God bless  you all. 

Hi

Just sitting here for a few minutes.  My boys are asleep.  We had a full morning.  Norma came over and brought Jaxon a wading pool for his birthday. She stayed over and we filled the pool and set out back and watched the boys play in the pool.  Jaxon loves water and Jordan had fun, too. 

We got the boys dried off and dressed and Norma left.  The boys and I ate lunch and laid down for nap.

I didn't even turn my computer on yesterday so it was nice to read the new posts from Norma and Jennifer. 

I pray everyone has a good day and a peaceful night!

God is good.

Good Morning To YOU

Here I am again.  Waiting for Jaxon.  My cable is not working on the TV, again.  Thought I would just pass a little time with you.

Didn't sleep well last night so I am praying God will see me through.  Not to easy to take care of eighteen kids or more with little sleep.  But I know God will see me through.  I get my boys for a few hours tonight after work so it will be a long day but I enjoy seeing the little fellows.

Bethany needs prayer.  She went to the emergency room last night and she has a sinus infection and a urinary tract infection.

I worked on minimum standards again last night.  I'm almost there.  I only have a couple more pages of questions but I skipped some tables and paragraph type questions I will have to go back to.  I want to get it all done and hopefully turned in to Ms Sandra before my vacation although I am not exactly sure when that will be.  I really haven't worked on it in a concise manner.  I just pull it out sporadically and do a few pages and put it up for a few days.  Uh Oh procrastination.  But it is so long and tedious.

I pray that everyone has a peaceful, joyful day of good health and good things.  God is good.

Living Hope

We need to hold on to the truth of God's word every day, for it will be an anchor in a storm and i life vest if we do end up in the water for a while.  When we face the worst that could happen in our voyage, we can enjoy the ride, because our hope is a living hope.    By Sheila Walsh

Reminds me  "I'll be clinging to a saving hand."   Wherever we walk our hope is in Him!!  Cling close to Him!
God is good.

I pray God bless  you alll with a happy, peace filled day!

TGIF

Thank God it's Friday.  Woohoo I made it.  One more week down.  This has been one wild week.  My class and grade school in the morning.  My class with Rainbows in the afternoon.  But I made it.  No, really the kids have not been that bad it is just the noise level is on up there when you reach upwards past 20 and I have been having one of those dragging weeks when you just don't want to put one foot in front of the other.  I do not know what causes those weeks.  Oh, well.  Praise God it will get better.

Everyone please keep praying for Wesley.  They will not know the results of his biopsy until Monday.  They are having to stay at the hospital through the weekend for sure.  They will no more after the biopsy results.  Praise God, Norma says that the room he is in is also equipped to keep her comfortable as well unlike some of their other stays.

Jaxon's birthday is Sunday.  It is hard to believe I will have a 5 year old grandchild.  Please keep my Jaxon on prayer lists.  He has made some advances and I praise God for every one but I believe for more and more. I want him better.  Pray that he will potty train.  He really needs to go potty.  It is hard to change a five year old.  And he rashes up really bad.  Jordan is beginning to train so I hoped that would help spur Jaxon on.

Guess I better go.  Don't really have much to say I have not written all week and I am sorry for that

I pray everyone is doing well and finding joy in the Lord.  Much love and prayers.

Just Sittin' Here

I have spent the day between loads of laundry just sitting here watching Star Trek and writing, writing and more writing on the minimum standards.  There is tons of writing involved.

I pray everyone is having a blessed and peaceful holiday.  It will be back to business for me tomorrow.

God is good.

I Made It

Another work week complete. Praise God.  Came straight home, ate supper and went to bed!!!  I was ready for some rest.  I would say quiet but alas I turned on the TV.  Believe me it was not as noisy as my 18  kids this afternoon.

I will be glad when the blogs are working correctly!  Mine seems to be doing fine tonight although I have not made any comments but it is responding better with no clicking.  I really enjoy reading everything written on the blogs I follow.

It is great!  A three day weekend.  The boys will be here tomorrow.  I will be glad to see the little fellows.

I don't really know what the reunion plans are this year but I did not even think about it and told Sharon I would keep the boys so I probably will not try to do the reunion this year.  If any of our folks come to town I hope I see them?  I hope everyone else has a wonderful time.

Don't really have anything to say.  I just woke up about 10:30pm so I decided to sit at the computer a little while.  I cleared out my email and just wanted to remind everyone that God Is Good!!   Love you all.  Good night.  Have a peaceful night with plenty of rest!

Morning All

Good morning.  I pray your day be blessed. 

Just wanted to let you know that I have my certificate for my online class and I went through my First Aid and CPR class without a hitch.  Now if I will just kick myself into gear and work on the minimum standards maybe I would complete that as well.

I'm waiting for Jaxon to get here so I don't have much time just wanted to check in and thank everyone for praying for me.

For our present troubles are quite small and won't last very long.  Yet they produce for us an immeasurably great glory that will last forever!   2 Corinthians 4:17 NLT

God is good.

One Down, One To Go

Praise God!  I have just completed the online course.  Said I would get certificate via email soon.  They were incorrect about the time though.  I started a little after 8 and finished after 11.  Not 2 hours.  I pray my certificate come through with out a hitch.

Now CPR and First Aid tomorrow!   I still have not finished the minimum standards self -help study.  It is horrendously long and I am not working on it very much.  I pray I get down to business with that so I can be done there as well.

Gotta hit the bed 5:30 am comes quick.

God bless you all!!

Classes, Classes, O MY!

Well, I found out today that I have to do CPR and first aid class tomorrow.  I will not be able to go to prayer meeting and I will be at Lollypop until probably 9 o'clock.  Oh my.  I am wiped out by the normal 5:30.

I also have to do the Personal Management Class on line.  I did find out that it is 2 hours instead of 4 and that it can be done in quarters instead of all at once if need be.  I have already messed up once trying to register so pray that I can get registered and get that over with soon.

I did so enjoy reading the new posts made today.  I know I don't post as much as I should but sometimes I have trouble with my legs at the computer.

My CPR class is really gonna mess up my TV schedule (OH MY) should it matter?  I do not have DVR.  I was already trying to figure how to watch Dancing With The Stars results and American Idol at the same time and I watch chopped at 9 as well.  Do I need a life, or what!  

God bless you all!  God is GOOD!!  He has blessed me abundantly this week!  Thank you, Heavenly Father!

Sisters and Games

I had a marvelous long weekend.  My sister Glenda came for a visit.  We had tons of sister fun.  Norma and Jennifer visited with us through the day and after everyone went home Glenda and I played games on the computer.  Lots of scattergories and word yacht.  I really had a lot of fun.  I hardly ever have anyone to play games with.  Thanks Glenda I really enjoyed your visit. 

Just want to share this quote from my calendar;   "The suggestions for surviving storms and maintaining hope is found in Psalm 77:11.  Quite simply, it is to remember all the times God has come through for us.  When we think back on God's faithfulness, then we can rest in hope."  by Marilyn Meberg

God is faithful!!!  God is good! 

I love you all and pray God's abundant blessing on each one who reads this!  Peace!

...Lo I am with you always...

Taken from "Boo Hiss" by Rene Gutteridge

When Noah came off the boat, hadn't his entire life changed?  Everything he knew to be true about his life was now gone, and he was literally starting over, an entire new earth at his disposal.  Yet God said to him, "As long as earth endures, seed time and harvest, cold and heat, summer and winter, day and night will never cease."  It can seem in life that nothing is sacred.  Friendships come and go.  People die, people are born.  There is health and then there is sickness.  Life is prosperous one minute, destitute the next.  You are favored and then you are scorned.  But one thing never changes, and that is God.  And His promises stand true.  As long as earth is spinning around , the seasons will come, reminding us that life changes.  Just as it is true in seasons, change has its purpose.  We may not understand it now, but if we stand with the One who does not change, we will make it through any season in our life.  And that is a promise as sure as the rainbow in the sky.   (end)

... Lo, I am with you always, even unto the end of the world.  Matthew 28:30

Pray! Pray! Pray!  And you'll get through it!

Mother

Her children arise up, and call her blessed......

Grands, too.

We miss you, Mama!

He's There

When I'm on the run, under the gun, out on a limb I call out to Him, He's there.
When I stumble and Fall, no faith at all
Down on my knees crying please, Lord, please
He's there.
When I look up, He's already looking down
When everyday life is an everyday burden to bear
He's there.
When times are tough and I've had enough
I say "its over.  I'm through.  I don't know what to do."
He's there.
I'm never alone.  I'm in the safety zone.  He's there.
Praise be to Jesus He's there.
(These are some lyrics pulled from a Woody Wright Song)

These words are backed up by Scripture...
Hebrews 13:5 (Amplified)
5).....He (God) Himself has said, I will not in any way fail you nor leave you without support [I Will] not, [I will] not, [I will] not in any degree leave  you helpless, nor forsake nor let you down [relax My hold on you] --- Assuredly not.
6) So take comfort and are encouraged and confidently and boldly say, The Lord is my Helper, I will not be seized with alarm --- I will not fear or dread or be terrified ...
Joshua 1:5
....I will be with you.  I will not leave you nor forsake you.

He's there!!! Praise be to Jesus.  He's there. 

Looking Forward

I know it is crazy to look forward to a trip to the lawyer but I am.  Well, I am looking forward to the trip.  Being off for the day.  Getting away from the house.  Just doing something different for a change.

Everyone has been so good to me lately.  I pray God bless everyone back abundantly.  I love my toaster oven Glenda gave me.  I appreciate Perry taking the time and the money to get the light cover so my car can be inspected.  Norma and Wesley have been so good to do the leg work with my car in the shop.  They have took me to and from work and even made a quick trip to Dallas to pick up the light cover.  God is good and my family are kind and loving.  Thank you so much.  I love you all.

I love that picture of Nick on Glenda's blog.  It is so hard to believe he is 21 and that is a really good shot of Glenda.

Gonna say goodnight.  I am going to look quickly for dinosaur activities for preschool.  Going to talk about dinos next week.

God bless all with peace for the night and health for the day!!

Cameras Are Up And Running

They got the cameras put in today and you can see all our classrooms on the monitor in the office.
I still don't like the idea but I feel like that I have accepted it and God will help me cope with being WATCHED! Oh My!

Don't really have anything to say just want to check in with a hello to all and I pray everyone has a good night and the best of days tomorrow.

Norma, I don't know how to change the font size on the footer prayer but it is now a different color an I think easier to read.

Love to you all.

Sunday

God is good.

The Bible says that the people could tell that Moses had been with God.  They could tell by his countenance.  We need to show forth the love of God not the drudgery of everyday living.

God, please help us to change our attitude towards the the task of daily living in this world of sin and strife.  Help us to put things into perspective.  Help us to do things unto You.  Help us to recognize that everything we do can have good meaning.  Help us to be helpful, serene and at peace.  Help us to draw attention to the difference it makes in our life to know You as Savior and Friend.  In Jesus Name I Pray!  Amen.

Do we choose to believe He is in control, and rest in that thought? Choose yes and rest in it.  This will bring peace.  God has ordained peace.  He said "Look for it"  Train your mind to think on good things and His blessings.  Train yourself to turn worries and doubts into prayers, releasing your fears to God.  End with praise and thanksgiving.  Make a joyful noise unto the Lord for He IS WORTHY of our praise.

Help me!!!

Excited

I am excited about Glenda's new blog.  I am expecting to read some really good posts.  I know I don't post regularly but I read the blogs I am following almost every night even if I don't have the time or energy to sign in and comment I read them.
Glenda's URL is http://glenda-justathought.blogspot.com/.  If you want to check blog out.

Had a good day with the boys.  Norma came over and brought me roses from her yard.  They are so pretty!  Red ones.  Got to talk to Glenda on the phone.  Good Day!!!!

Awake

Sitting here at the computer awake so late.  I did go to sleep earlier and then woke up about 12am.
I was looking at the pics Norma took on Easter Sunday and I wanted to post a few.

Great to see my kids at church.  Praying for miracles!!

Jaxon waved goodbye yesterday when I put the kids in the car.  Then all they got to do was sit in my car for about fifteen minutes and then go back inside since my car would not start.  That is the first time I have seen him wave.  We were all excited about that! 

God is good.

I pray all has a good night!

Please Pray!

Once again I am asking for prayer.  Tonight when I went to pick up the boys my car would not start.  I had just found out that my car cannot be inspected without the headlight covering (Which mysteriously dissappeared a few days ago) as it has the signal lights in it (Or something like that).  Gonna cost!!  Now this.  Pray that it is nothing major wrong and can be fixed quickly and inexpensively.  I will have the cost of the picking it up as it is and then the inspection and the headlight cover and replacement cost.
Woe is me!!!!!!!!  Cried enough.
God is good.  Norma and Wesley were so nice to take my car to try and get it inspected and then they came to Sharon's picked me up, brought me home and will arrange for the car tomorrow and take me to work.  Is that kindness or what.  Thanks so much Norma.  Don't know what I would do without you.  God bless you abundantly!!!!!!!!!

"I am dependant on His love!  His grace showering down from up above."  He has been so good to me and I know He will make a way where there seems to be no way. (Cliche, maybe, but true) Amen.

God bless you all!

Feeling Blue

I am "Down In The Dumps" .  Say a prayer for me.  Not good with change.  Makes for frettin'.  I am so nervous about the cameras going in at work.  I won't detail the nerves 'cause to be honest I really don't know why I am so blue.  I don't know if there is a need or if the devil is just taking advantage to wool me around?

That being said.   God is good and I will try not to dwell there.

I read this on my calendar and want to share it.

"No matter how I feel today, Lord, give me victory and joy in you.  Keep my eyes on you and the hope there is in trusting You.  Don't let me get sidetracked by wishing I were younger or regretting anything about my current circumstances.  This is the day you've given me.  Help me live fully this very minute.  Amen. "
By: Luci Swindoll

I pray you all have a good night and a wonderful day tomorrow with good health, joy and peace.  I love you.

Staff Meeting! Oh No!

Another one tonight.  It was not too bad though.  Ms. Sandra tried to be nice about everything and she has made out more explicit schedule so I pray all works out well.  She did however let us know they were still going to do the cameras.  I had hoped they had forgotten about them.  Pray for me.  It is kinda of weird to think about being watched all the time.  Not that I will do anything bad it is just the idea.
Ms. Sandra did say that we are going to pass on graduation this year and I am really glad in one way but in another way it makes me feel kinda sick to not do it.  It is a real draw for our Learning Center.  But I have an almost complete turnover in students this year.  It happen in day care unlike public school the parents can bring kids as late as they want or take them out, change schools. etc.  It makes it where the children do not get the full benefit of the school year classes.  Oh well I can't change that but it was very disappointing to find on my evaluations forms that the children I have now are very much behind what is normal for my class.  I wonder why the other class teachers and or mothers have not taught them more.  The school system expect them to know a lot more a lot younger than they use to.

Sorry guys!  I really love to teach children and it is kind of a soap box for me when parents don't try to teach their children.  I told my kids at school yesterday that everything has to be learned.  We are born knowing how to cry and to suck.  Cry to make our needs met and suck to nourish our bodies.  All else we have to learn.

I'll step off the box now.  
Idol fans.  Who is your favorite this year.  I m having a hard time settling on anyone.  I can't help but root for James Durbin with his aspbergers and turrets he really has to push through.  You know asbergers is high functioning Autism so I know a little about that because of Jaxon.  But to be honest his style is way too wild for me.  I guess my least favorites are Jacob, Stefano and Haley. 
For those of you who do not watch Dancing with the Stars.  Pia from Idol is going to sing while Mark Ballast dances on the Tuesday Night results show this coming week.  So if you like her and was upset about her being voted off you might want to watch.

I will be off work on Friday and I am going to get the boys on Sunday instead of Saturday so with 2 days together I pray I get some things done in my house. 
Glenda.  I can't remember if I even told you how much I like my clock.  I have not felt like being on the computer much so I have mostly just read the other posts but  I hung it up a nail that was already on the wall.  it is really pretty and bright and the numbers are really easy read (A BIG plus for me)  Anyway I hope maybe to decorate a little better with something beside it other than a basket of orange flowers.
How about that good looking little boy by the clock!

  Love the vacuum, too and it allowed me to take the one Norma gave me to work!!  Which is also wonderful because I have started back vacuuming my carpet there better, too.

I think I  am babbling and I know I am tired 5:30 am was a long time ago so I will bid you a good night!
God bless in abundance!  I love you all.

All Stuffed

Finished.  Finally.  Another years eggs stuffed.  Every year I spend hours stuffing Easter eggs for Lollypop and church.  This year I did not have as many to do.  Usually I buy tons of plastic eggs at the end of the year.  I did not find the BIG sale last year so all I had was a few chick shaped eggs from last year.  I bought 3 bags of 42 to go with the chicks.
Anyway I stuffed them today.  It takes longer than you would think.  I always tape them shut so they won't pop open out on the ground.

Norma took some pics of my roses or should I say Dad's roses.  They have been open several days so they are starting to wilt.

God bless you all.

Just Sitting Here

I am just sitting as usual.  I am watching Iron Chef America.  I have been working on Minimum Standards for work.  They have really upped the work to go through this training.  It is dull and boring and just long, long lots of work.  I would say that the work involved this time is tripled from the last time I did the training.  It used to be just a packet of papers where you filled in the blanks now you have to write big long lists of stuff.  It is 138 pages of boring.  And by the way I don't like or use that word normally either but man!!!!!!!!

Weekend went well.  I had fun with the kids.  It has been so nice to be able to go out back and let the kids run and play.  I was pleasantly surprised at how much understandable words Jaxon used this time.  Jordan is a mess and of course he is learning to talk and do all kinds of things including being bossy to his big brother.

I took Jordan to Sunday school this morning and i felt he did pretty good.  He loves to do penny march.

Keep me in your prayers.  I do not feel good.  I did not feel good all last week.  I do not know what the problem is.  Maybe just this time of year.  Hope to sleep better tonight than I did last night.

I pray everyone is doing good.  God bless you all1

I will rejoice and be glad in it!

Notice in Psalm 118 that the rejoicing comes before the gladness.  The rejoicing is in God making the day, not in our finding something to be glad about.  That might seem insignificant, but it says everything.  Sometimes we think we can't be happy...until something happens that evokes that feeling.  But the gift of the day itself is enough to make us happy.  The trick is in seeing it.  And the ability to see it lies in hope.
     By: Luci Swindoll

I like this.  It is on my calendar this month.  This is the day that the Lord has made.....

God is good.

I am tired and off to bed.  I had a good visit with my boys but now I'm soooooo tired.

God bless  you all with a peaceful night and I pray you awake with the Joy of the morning and continue happy and at peace throughout the day.  I love you all!!

Cry Unto The Lord!

CRY UNTO THE LORD!
O Lord, my God.
My soul cries out within me.

I love You, Lord.
I desire Your help, Your care, Your Love.
I am so restless within myself.

Please, Lord, plant my feet, my heart, my mind firmly within You and within Your will.
Keep me! I need You.

I look around at so much pain and I ask, "Why? Why? Why?"?
But I understand and comprehend that Your ways are far above my thoughts.
You are not limited to time or space.

I call out to You! I call out within myself,
"Oh, Lord, Is there some mark I am missng completely?
Am I just to be content where I am or am I to shake myself and break out?

Do I have a great error I need shown the right of?
Is it just a lack of self-control?
Is it a question of timing?'

Oh, Lord my God, I desire to be right with You!
In a right place, a right attitude of mind.
I need You, Lord! We need You, Lord!

Show us Your way.
Make known Your majesty, Your love.
My soul cries out to You!

Please, Lord, bring some miracle healings and deliverances into being. Heal where healing is needed. Deliver where deliverance is needed. Help! I cry help, Lord, we need You. We need Your might, Your mercy, Your love, Your joy, Your grace. Turn us not away. Bring us where You desire us to be. Bring us where You desire us to walk. In Jesus Name I pray. I thank You, Lord. Amen.

Love and Prayers, Zita

Found this in my gleanings.  I feel this is a prayer  I would like to pray now!!!

Meeting

Just wanted you to know the meeting was no big deal today.  2 of the staff did not show up so Sandra just talked a little while and postponed to another time.  Pray our staff grow us and act like they should and then maybe we won't go through this again. 
Thanks for praying!!!!!!!