I am exhausted, but I had to post a little something for Thanksgiving. I have to say that with all the grief our family has endured this year, Thanksgiving was surprisingly pleasant. I took some time yesterday to really focus on a few things that I am grateful for and this is my list.
*My God & His Son
*My husband and his TRANSFORMATION
*My mother and her strength
*My job in this difficult economy
*Family & Friends
*Pitman Church of Christ and ALL of my family there
And one of the things I am most thankful for.... my son! The absolute best thing came out of his mouth the other day when I was putting him to bed. It stopped me dead in my tracks and my heart was just bursting with joy! Any guesses what he said????? He said- "Mommy- I pray!" Is that not one of the most amazing phrases that could come out of a nearly 2 year old's mouth???? It truly melted my heart! I just love watching my family change so much now that God is in control. Transformation is amazing!
I have been running since about 4am, so goodnight everyone!
Friday, November 28, 2008
Monday, November 10, 2008
A lot to catch up on...
It seems like forever since I did a post. I broke my laptop computer, so now I have to use the one upstairs which is horribly slow and quite annoying for the most part. Plus, it is next to the baby's room and I really want to make sure I don't wake him. Which brings me to my first question- how long is he really a baby? My husband laughs at me for still referring to him as a baby now that he is approaching 2. The bad thing is that I call him "baby". This is bad because if you show him his picture or put him in front of a mirror and ask him who he sees, he says- yup, you guessed it- "baby". I think I may need to work on teaching him his name. LOL!
This last week has been a whirlwind for me. I got the dreaded confirmation that I am going to experience major changes at work in the near future, but now that I know for certain, I kind of feel peaceful about it. I can plan my next steps with prayer and time instead of in the moment. In the moment decisions usually don't work for me, so this is great. (I have time because the changed won't be until after the new year.) Then, on Thursday, I started my week of work- PRAISE GOD! I haven't had a week off since I went back to work when Jase was 8 weeks old, so this is definitely a praise moment for me.
It was all fun and games, as 3 of the days were for bereavement leave to bury Tim's grandmother. That went well, but it was odd. The preacher didn't know Gram or Pop (we buried his grandfather's ashes too) and didn't take the time to ask questions about them. He said a quick prayer, said they were in heaven together, read a quick scripture (so quick I didn't even catch the reference), and then another quick prayer. That was it! No memories, no thoughts, no comfort.... just 5 minutes and done. It was so strange! I have been to funerals before where the person wasn't a member at a particular church and the preacher didn't know them, but they at least asked questions prior to the service. Sorry, the whole not being judgemental part of Christianity is coming very hard to me.
Something not so hard....my language. Well, I guess I should say controlling my tongue. Sometimes I need to sit back and say "I get it, Lord!" Tim and I were talking the other day about how insulting it was to here so much profanity when we were in PA with his family. We actually had left a small family gathering at one point because the language was way out of control and we couldn't take it anymore. My comment to Tim as we walked out of the door was "WOW! We sounded like that just months ago, thank God He is changing us!" That was all we could talk about on Friday. Come Sunday, during LIFE Group, we were reminded again of what our words can do. Obviously, this goes beyond profanity, but all unkind words.
Proverbs 12:18 Reckless words pierce like a sword, but the tongue of the wise brings healing.
So, I have to say that I am proud of me & Tim. We are works in progress, but the transformation is becoming obvious. I would have never imagined the day we would walk out of a situation because of language. Go God!!!! You are OBVIOUSLY All Powerful!
Ok, more updates! Sunday was my birthday and it was quite an awesome day! How better to spend a birthday than with my new church family in the morning and at night and with my mom, husband, and son in the afternoon? It was just perfect. The joke of the day was my husband didn't make me a cake, but he made up for it. He went to The Pub in Pennsauken and bought me my favorite cake...not a piece, the whole White Chocolate Chip Cake! Although we are now officially poor, it was so yummy! If you see me rolling into church next weekend, now you know why. ;-) Anyhow, we ate at Cracker Barrel because that is my favorite restaurant on Sunday's- anyone who likes friend chicken needs to go there on a Sunday! So as you can tell, the day was awesome, but I didn't even get to the best part... Guess who got to help serve communion on my birthday????? (ok, some of you were there so you already know) My husband, Tim!!!! How cool is that? My husband- served communion- WOW!!!!! Again, I just would have never thought it, but it happened....and on my birthday. It's just too cool! (Annette, please thank Dave on that one!) That was, without a doubt, the absolute highlight of my day.
I just love remarking at the changes I see in Tim. A few weeks ago, he did the closing prayer at LIFE group, now helping with communion, and he says a good night prayer with Jason every night. Sometimes lately, I can not believe that this is the same man I married 4 years ago. I wish we would have found The Truth sooner, but I am so thankful that we have it now!
Ok, lots of thoughts but I am getting tired. Oh, last one before my Blessing- I gave myself a birthday present too. I bought myself a Bible in One Year. I want to read the Bible in its entirety, so I decided that would be my present to myself. I am just so excited!
The Blessing: It's an obvious one given what was going on today. Katherine Cooper- what an inspiring woman! She is godly in so many ways! Loving, caring, kind, empathetic, generous, and so very knowledgeable. She is a gifted teacher... I know as she was able to get through to me! Katherine has the ability to touch so many hearts because she is devoted- she gave all of herself to her Father and lets him work through her. She is a true example of a christian woman, mother, and wife. The experiences she has had match no one else I know, but her faith is unshaken. She trusts Him in ALL times setting the example that we can all do it and SHOULD all do it. I just find it amazing that out of such trials, you, Katherine, manage to stay strong in your faith and continue to minister to others. You are truly a BLESSING to me, my family, and so many others. I thank God for you and Dan daily. I thank Him that through our trial, he brought us to Pitman and to you. We needed you and your family as we lost a piece of ours. Thank you for being our crutch and for taking so much time with us. We can never express our gratitude in words, but I'll be able to say "Thanks" for all eternity now! For those reading this, please remember Katherine in your prayers as she is recovering from surgery. Thank you!
Oh, if anyone reads this who is going to the Tuesday Ladies class, please let me know! I don't know what time it starts, but since I am off, I am thinking about going. Thanks again!
This last week has been a whirlwind for me. I got the dreaded confirmation that I am going to experience major changes at work in the near future, but now that I know for certain, I kind of feel peaceful about it. I can plan my next steps with prayer and time instead of in the moment. In the moment decisions usually don't work for me, so this is great. (I have time because the changed won't be until after the new year.) Then, on Thursday, I started my week of work- PRAISE GOD! I haven't had a week off since I went back to work when Jase was 8 weeks old, so this is definitely a praise moment for me.
It was all fun and games, as 3 of the days were for bereavement leave to bury Tim's grandmother. That went well, but it was odd. The preacher didn't know Gram or Pop (we buried his grandfather's ashes too) and didn't take the time to ask questions about them. He said a quick prayer, said they were in heaven together, read a quick scripture (so quick I didn't even catch the reference), and then another quick prayer. That was it! No memories, no thoughts, no comfort.... just 5 minutes and done. It was so strange! I have been to funerals before where the person wasn't a member at a particular church and the preacher didn't know them, but they at least asked questions prior to the service. Sorry, the whole not being judgemental part of Christianity is coming very hard to me.
Something not so hard....my language. Well, I guess I should say controlling my tongue. Sometimes I need to sit back and say "I get it, Lord!" Tim and I were talking the other day about how insulting it was to here so much profanity when we were in PA with his family. We actually had left a small family gathering at one point because the language was way out of control and we couldn't take it anymore. My comment to Tim as we walked out of the door was "WOW! We sounded like that just months ago, thank God He is changing us!" That was all we could talk about on Friday. Come Sunday, during LIFE Group, we were reminded again of what our words can do. Obviously, this goes beyond profanity, but all unkind words.
Proverbs 12:18 Reckless words pierce like a sword, but the tongue of the wise brings healing.
So, I have to say that I am proud of me & Tim. We are works in progress, but the transformation is becoming obvious. I would have never imagined the day we would walk out of a situation because of language. Go God!!!! You are OBVIOUSLY All Powerful!
Ok, more updates! Sunday was my birthday and it was quite an awesome day! How better to spend a birthday than with my new church family in the morning and at night and with my mom, husband, and son in the afternoon? It was just perfect. The joke of the day was my husband didn't make me a cake, but he made up for it. He went to The Pub in Pennsauken and bought me my favorite cake...not a piece, the whole White Chocolate Chip Cake! Although we are now officially poor, it was so yummy! If you see me rolling into church next weekend, now you know why. ;-) Anyhow, we ate at Cracker Barrel because that is my favorite restaurant on Sunday's- anyone who likes friend chicken needs to go there on a Sunday! So as you can tell, the day was awesome, but I didn't even get to the best part... Guess who got to help serve communion on my birthday????? (ok, some of you were there so you already know) My husband, Tim!!!! How cool is that? My husband- served communion- WOW!!!!! Again, I just would have never thought it, but it happened....and on my birthday. It's just too cool! (Annette, please thank Dave on that one!) That was, without a doubt, the absolute highlight of my day.
I just love remarking at the changes I see in Tim. A few weeks ago, he did the closing prayer at LIFE group, now helping with communion, and he says a good night prayer with Jason every night. Sometimes lately, I can not believe that this is the same man I married 4 years ago. I wish we would have found The Truth sooner, but I am so thankful that we have it now!
Ok, lots of thoughts but I am getting tired. Oh, last one before my Blessing- I gave myself a birthday present too. I bought myself a Bible in One Year. I want to read the Bible in its entirety, so I decided that would be my present to myself. I am just so excited!
The Blessing: It's an obvious one given what was going on today. Katherine Cooper- what an inspiring woman! She is godly in so many ways! Loving, caring, kind, empathetic, generous, and so very knowledgeable. She is a gifted teacher... I know as she was able to get through to me! Katherine has the ability to touch so many hearts because she is devoted- she gave all of herself to her Father and lets him work through her. She is a true example of a christian woman, mother, and wife. The experiences she has had match no one else I know, but her faith is unshaken. She trusts Him in ALL times setting the example that we can all do it and SHOULD all do it. I just find it amazing that out of such trials, you, Katherine, manage to stay strong in your faith and continue to minister to others. You are truly a BLESSING to me, my family, and so many others. I thank God for you and Dan daily. I thank Him that through our trial, he brought us to Pitman and to you. We needed you and your family as we lost a piece of ours. Thank you for being our crutch and for taking so much time with us. We can never express our gratitude in words, but I'll be able to say "Thanks" for all eternity now! For those reading this, please remember Katherine in your prayers as she is recovering from surgery. Thank you!
Oh, if anyone reads this who is going to the Tuesday Ladies class, please let me know! I don't know what time it starts, but since I am off, I am thinking about going. Thanks again!
Saturday, November 1, 2008
The say God works in mysterious ways, but I....
DISAGREE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Ok, sometimes He does, but today- He worked in such obvious ways that you couldn't help but notice it! How awesome is it when God is so visible in our lives? I have had such a bad 2 weeks...see previous ranting post... that I really, REALLY needed today.
Tim & I were able to join Brenda, Carla, & Sherwin for a great dinner and wonderful conversation. The kids were a joy and my son was home with my dad for the evening which made me a lot less stressed. We were able to witness the beautiful Lexi achieve a milestone which I will let Brenda brag about, and the night was just perfect. Thank you for inviting us Brenda. Next get together I will be happy to host!
So after our gathering, Tim & I decided to go see a movie, not just any movie though. We went to go see the movie "Fireproof". All I can say is wow! This movie was so for Tim & I!!!!!!! Tim needed it, I needed it, our marriage needed it and so did our family. If you haven't seen it, you need it too!!!! The message is so profound and I hope it changes my marriage. I am still absorbing it at this point since we just got home, but I had to come on post my WOW day. I know some of you have been praying for me this week and I just want to say I feel those prayers and thank you!
Patti- thank you for recommending this movie to us! When are you free that we may be able to talk about it? :-)
Tim & I were able to join Brenda, Carla, & Sherwin for a great dinner and wonderful conversation. The kids were a joy and my son was home with my dad for the evening which made me a lot less stressed. We were able to witness the beautiful Lexi achieve a milestone which I will let Brenda brag about, and the night was just perfect. Thank you for inviting us Brenda. Next get together I will be happy to host!
So after our gathering, Tim & I decided to go see a movie, not just any movie though. We went to go see the movie "Fireproof". All I can say is wow! This movie was so for Tim & I!!!!!!! Tim needed it, I needed it, our marriage needed it and so did our family. If you haven't seen it, you need it too!!!! The message is so profound and I hope it changes my marriage. I am still absorbing it at this point since we just got home, but I had to come on post my WOW day. I know some of you have been praying for me this week and I just want to say I feel those prayers and thank you!
Patti- thank you for recommending this movie to us! When are you free that we may be able to talk about it? :-)
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