Good morning - Monday 2 October 7:08AM
News flash - early morning rising - still dark! Woke up at 5:15AM
that deserves another explanation mark!! How about 2 !!
Since I have started "facilitating" a new women's study at church on Monday evenings, my first thoughts of the day is of that group of women. This has become an all consuming project which never leaves my mind. My prayer is that we all will learn more about God, take this new found knowledge into our hearts, digest and let it grow deep inside our very being. May our love for one another increase so that the immediate world we live in will see our love. When people look at me, do they see God; Jesus shining thru? Have I been pruned completely? Are we ever pruned completely? Can I be honest with my Christian brothers and sisters? These are questions I ask myself, however I don't have the answers. Perhaps the answers aren't there because I don't like the answers!
Here's to another day - to grow and become more like Jesus.
Blessings my dear sisters and brothers in Christ
Monday, October 2, 2017
Sunday, October 1, 2017
DAILY BLOGGING - written in 2012, just found and polished in October 2017!
Blogging, like journaling, is sporadic to say the least. I truly believed that I would blog daily - huh! Such idealism! Is my blogging sporadic because I live a boring life and have nothing to report, or is it because I'm SO busy that I have no time to sit down and type? Hmmm - senior living at it's best, a little bit of both, as I choose.
This week:
Monday: attended viewing and funeral service for a dear lady, Clara Brown. We first met several years ago on a senior outing for which I was the van driver. We clicked at first sight! Loved that dear little lady, and I know she is smiling and telling one of her many stories to Jesus.
Yesterday: up at 6:00 AM - out the door at 6:40 Am! Pretty good for two ole f***s, all showered and dressed in 40 minutes! Off to Starbucks and then on to load up Shelby Durbin, a young graduate we adopted as our grand-daughter. Off to Miami University in Oxford, Ohio; what a beautiful campus.
Wednesday: pamper self day - nail appointment at 11:00 AM. A little ironing and perhaps start a new book.
Thursday: Golfing with my hubby! I get the pleasure of driving the cart while watching my husband walk the course.
Friday: Picking up two ladies from Fairwood Village to go visiting Juanita. Juanita is in Dayspring rehab after a fall.
So - this week has been a busy week - no time to home making. I don't call it house keeping.... next week I have the awesome pleasure of watching my little one - Sophia - a couple of hours. SO excited for her, for she is off to kindergarten! While I am SO excited for my oldest 'little one' for she is off to college at Eastern Illinois University! Woot!!! Hip..hip..
That's it! I had better get going for the day waits for no-one!
Blogging, like journaling, is sporadic to say the least. I truly believed that I would blog daily - huh! Such idealism! Is my blogging sporadic because I live a boring life and have nothing to report, or is it because I'm SO busy that I have no time to sit down and type? Hmmm - senior living at it's best, a little bit of both, as I choose.
This week:
Monday: attended viewing and funeral service for a dear lady, Clara Brown. We first met several years ago on a senior outing for which I was the van driver. We clicked at first sight! Loved that dear little lady, and I know she is smiling and telling one of her many stories to Jesus.
Yesterday: up at 6:00 AM - out the door at 6:40 Am! Pretty good for two ole f***s, all showered and dressed in 40 minutes! Off to Starbucks and then on to load up Shelby Durbin, a young graduate we adopted as our grand-daughter. Off to Miami University in Oxford, Ohio; what a beautiful campus.
Wednesday: pamper self day - nail appointment at 11:00 AM. A little ironing and perhaps start a new book.
Thursday: Golfing with my hubby! I get the pleasure of driving the cart while watching my husband walk the course.
Friday: Picking up two ladies from Fairwood Village to go visiting Juanita. Juanita is in Dayspring rehab after a fall.
So - this week has been a busy week - no time to home making. I don't call it house keeping.... next week I have the awesome pleasure of watching my little one - Sophia - a couple of hours. SO excited for her, for she is off to kindergarten! While I am SO excited for my oldest 'little one' for she is off to college at Eastern Illinois University! Woot!!! Hip..hip..
That's it! I had better get going for the day waits for no-one!
PROVERBS 23:13-14
13Do not withhold discipline from a child;
if you punish them with the rod, they will not die.
14Punish them with the rod
and save them from death.
My husband has been blowing his devotions in the word for many years. First thing in the morning, after making coffee, he sits down at the computer, opens the Bible app and starts his study. Now, me, sits down, drink my coffee and stare into space! My mind is totally empty; without thought; blank slate.
Today, I thought I would try to shake the cobwebs out of my brain earlier than later.
Proverbs 23:13-14
This one seems rather straight forward, doesn't is? If we don't discipline our children when needed, they will surely die. I mean! Isn't that what is says?!? There must be a deeper meaning to this. Isn't there always a spiritual implication to all God breathed scripture? This could apply to anyone with a child who needs discipline. I have heard many quote the verse as: "spare the rod, spoil the child".
Now, this can be interpreted in a totally different light! We are being told to spare the rod, withhold discipline by taking the rod to the child's bottom, and we should spoil him. Do not discipline by taking any physical action. I am not of this belief, since I used to carry "the" wooden spoon in my purse. Oh! what horror of a parent I was according to these people who hold to the idea of never take up the rod.
God disciplines us, for our good. Shouldn't we as parents discipline for our children's good.
That's all I am going to say about that.....
Have a blessed Sabbath !
13Do not withhold discipline from a child;
if you punish them with the rod, they will not die.
14Punish them with the rod
and save them from death.
My husband has been blowing his devotions in the word for many years. First thing in the morning, after making coffee, he sits down at the computer, opens the Bible app and starts his study. Now, me, sits down, drink my coffee and stare into space! My mind is totally empty; without thought; blank slate.
Today, I thought I would try to shake the cobwebs out of my brain earlier than later.
Proverbs 23:13-14
This one seems rather straight forward, doesn't is? If we don't discipline our children when needed, they will surely die. I mean! Isn't that what is says?!? There must be a deeper meaning to this. Isn't there always a spiritual implication to all God breathed scripture? This could apply to anyone with a child who needs discipline. I have heard many quote the verse as: "spare the rod, spoil the child".
Now, this can be interpreted in a totally different light! We are being told to spare the rod, withhold discipline by taking the rod to the child's bottom, and we should spoil him. Do not discipline by taking any physical action. I am not of this belief, since I used to carry "the" wooden spoon in my purse. Oh! what horror of a parent I was according to these people who hold to the idea of never take up the rod.
God disciplines us, for our good. Shouldn't we as parents discipline for our children's good.
That's all I am going to say about that.....
Have a blessed Sabbath !
Monday, August 27, 2012
Monday - aug. 27
Monday, monday....hmmm. A slow mover for me today, I guess, just like most all my days lately. Motivation is what I need....being a senior and retired definitely has it's draw backs. Many good things, but having been used to a rigid schedule for so many years, I find myself falling apart, giving in to laziness. I'm going to start a new lifestyle - getting up earlier, showering BEFORE dressing, and then be productive.
Today was my youngest granddaughter's first day of school! She was in my thoughts and prayers last night as I went to bed and my first this morning as I woke up. I know she was ready and excited about going, I pray that she is as excited about going back tomorrow. Such a little angel. Her big sister is now in seventh grade - a true junior higher! At 12 years of age she made her profession of faith at church yesterday. I pray for her too, that she follows in the foot steps of Jesus her Savior and Lord.
On to the older girls! Victoria is off to college, having completed her first full week and on to her second. It sounds as if she is acclimating well. Loves her classes and gets along well with her roommate. Even finds time to spend time with Floyd - her buddy who got to come to college with her! Floyd being her Thoroughbred horse. Luckily, her English prof's wife boards her horse at the same stable as Floyd. Makes it nice to see your profs enjoying the same sport as you. Well that leaves Margaret! Our middle child of 16! God has blessed her with a talent in art. Planning on attending Columbia College in Chicago when it's time for her to be sent off into the world on her own. Oh my! I'm praying that she will be able to study with the People to People program this summer. She would greatly benefit !
And - me - going to get involved in some women's study and a faith based project....God direct me. Thanks for listening to this ole lady.
Wednesday, August 15, 2012
DAILY BLOGGING:
I promised that I would blog daily - such idealism! Do I not blog daily because I live such a boring life, that I have nothing to report; or is it that I am SO busy that I have no time? Hmmm - perhaps being retired and a living a senior lifestyle that I have the privilege to choose.
This week:
Monday: Attended the viewing and funeral service of a dear little lady, Clara Brown. I met Clara several years ago while on a senior outing for which I was the van driver. We clicked at first sight!...I know she is now smiling and telling one of her many stories to Jesus.
Tuesday: Up at 6:00AM, out the door at 6:40AM! Pretty good for two ole f***s, showered and dressed and backing out the drive in forty minutes! One to Starbucks for a bit of energy - then off to Shelby Durbin's home. Packed and ready to roll Shelby off to Miami University in Oxford, Ohio. Shelby and her siblings have been adopted as our grandchildren. Shelby! You will do well in this new chapter in your life - AND - mom will survive!
Wednesday: A little self indulgence - nail appointment at 11:00AM and then back home to do a bit of ironing.
Thursday: Off golfing with my hubby. I'll be driving the cart and watching my hubby walk the course. Hope to get a little reading in too.
Friday: Off to visit a dear lady from Fairwood Village, a senior community. Juanita fell and is now in Day-spring rehab. Taffy, Henrietta and I will be bringing her some joy and smiles.
Next week a bit slower passed for me. A couple of hours of watching Sophia, my littlest one. I'm SO excited for her - she's starting kindergarten this year. AND, I'm SO excited for my oldest 'little one' for she is starting college this year at Easter Illinois University in Charleston, Illinois! Hip..hip..
Victoria will be just fine, for you see, she was able to bring Floyd with her. Floyd, being her Thoroughbred, has been her best friend.
All is well.
I promised that I would blog daily - such idealism! Do I not blog daily because I live such a boring life, that I have nothing to report; or is it that I am SO busy that I have no time? Hmmm - perhaps being retired and a living a senior lifestyle that I have the privilege to choose.
This week:
Monday: Attended the viewing and funeral service of a dear little lady, Clara Brown. I met Clara several years ago while on a senior outing for which I was the van driver. We clicked at first sight!...I know she is now smiling and telling one of her many stories to Jesus.
Tuesday: Up at 6:00AM, out the door at 6:40AM! Pretty good for two ole f***s, showered and dressed and backing out the drive in forty minutes! One to Starbucks for a bit of energy - then off to Shelby Durbin's home. Packed and ready to roll Shelby off to Miami University in Oxford, Ohio. Shelby and her siblings have been adopted as our grandchildren. Shelby! You will do well in this new chapter in your life - AND - mom will survive!
Wednesday: A little self indulgence - nail appointment at 11:00AM and then back home to do a bit of ironing.
Thursday: Off golfing with my hubby. I'll be driving the cart and watching my hubby walk the course. Hope to get a little reading in too.
Friday: Off to visit a dear lady from Fairwood Village, a senior community. Juanita fell and is now in Day-spring rehab. Taffy, Henrietta and I will be bringing her some joy and smiles.
Next week a bit slower passed for me. A couple of hours of watching Sophia, my littlest one. I'm SO excited for her - she's starting kindergarten this year. AND, I'm SO excited for my oldest 'little one' for she is starting college this year at Easter Illinois University in Charleston, Illinois! Hip..hip..
Victoria will be just fine, for you see, she was able to bring Floyd with her. Floyd, being her Thoroughbred, has been her best friend.
All is well.
Thursday, July 26, 2012
Just so ya know ......
ok - so my last post was in April and today is the 26th of July. When you live a retired life there isn't much to post about.
Let's see, I think I had two trips up to Chicago visiting my mother since April. It's quite amazing how well she is doing for a woman who will be celebrating her 103rd birthday in November! After her fall in March, and re-hab for more than 8 weeks, she is home with my sister. Mom was pretty weak and shaky on her feet, loosing her balance often. We now have a lady coming 6 days a week from 8AM - 5PM to care for mom. This gives my sister freedom to work three days a week and some much needed free time. I saw quite an improvement in mom this last visit. She is remarkable, getting up from her chair with no help, walking to the bathroom in the middle of the night (supervision a must!) on her own.
This summer has been much to hot, even for me! As much as I hate being cold during the winter, and love escaping to Florida, I hate this intense heat of summer time. I'm with my daughter - moving to the Northwest (Washington state, Oregon) would be ideal! Sure wish God would think so too. My husband of 42 years never makes any decisions or moves unless God telsl him - and I don't see any major moves coming soon. BUT, who knows! God does work in mysterious ways, never early, never late, but always just in the right time. Perhaps another move is in our future. I can only hope it will be to the ideal climate and that is Washington!
Love to all who read this - ciao!
Let's see, I think I had two trips up to Chicago visiting my mother since April. It's quite amazing how well she is doing for a woman who will be celebrating her 103rd birthday in November! After her fall in March, and re-hab for more than 8 weeks, she is home with my sister. Mom was pretty weak and shaky on her feet, loosing her balance often. We now have a lady coming 6 days a week from 8AM - 5PM to care for mom. This gives my sister freedom to work three days a week and some much needed free time. I saw quite an improvement in mom this last visit. She is remarkable, getting up from her chair with no help, walking to the bathroom in the middle of the night (supervision a must!) on her own.
This summer has been much to hot, even for me! As much as I hate being cold during the winter, and love escaping to Florida, I hate this intense heat of summer time. I'm with my daughter - moving to the Northwest (Washington state, Oregon) would be ideal! Sure wish God would think so too. My husband of 42 years never makes any decisions or moves unless God telsl him - and I don't see any major moves coming soon. BUT, who knows! God does work in mysterious ways, never early, never late, but always just in the right time. Perhaps another move is in our future. I can only hope it will be to the ideal climate and that is Washington!
Love to all who read this - ciao!
Friday, April 27, 2012
FUNKY
I'm in a funk. Is that the same as being funky? I guess this situation with my mother has me in a 'funk'. Decisions are difficult to make. I, nor my siblings, do not want my mother to live her remaining years in a nursing home. The alternative, bring her home and have home health care. The question is will she need 24/7 care or just a few hours a day. The cost is a big hindering factor. Living 6 hours away is another issue. I feel the need to be there but just can't get myself to drive those miles as often as I think is necessary. Oh what to do!? Praying for guidance is the answer for now.
On a brighter note - the sun is shining today. Window washing seems an activity while I can see, because of the sun, that they need my attention! So - I occupy while waiting for guidance.
Subscribe to:
Comments (Atom)