For those of you that don't know, we have been trying for a while now to sell our house. It hasn't been going well.
I was just reading the book of Luke online at Bible Gateway for the Reset Journey we're doing at church (yes, it's Luke, not Isaiah as I previously mentioned) when I got a phone call for a showing on our house.
Hmmm...
Then she says she wants to show it on Sunday between 10:30 and 11:30...the time we're at church.
Double Hmm....
I'm just sayin'....
It reminds me of a saying I love:
"Coincidence is when God chooses to remain anonymous"
PS. Can I just say how much I'm loving the book of Luke. Wow. Chapter 6 really hit home. I need to have the whole book read by Sunday, so I really wish I had started earlier, but I'm also glad I thought to read it online since I've had some time today to do so.
Friday, February 27, 2009
Thursday, February 26, 2009
An Award
This morning while checking out all of the new posts on the blogs I follow, I was excited to see that I received an award from a blog friend!
The Honest Scrap Award prompts some thoughts: A) First list 10 honest things about yourself - and make it honest (hence, the award ‘Honest Scrap’), even if you have to dig deep! B) Pass the award on to 8 bloggers that you feel embody the role of the Honest Scrap. (This is an award only to display on your blog that everything you write on it is in truth, sincerity, and integrity.
So, 10 honest things about me.....
1. I have food issues. I am one of the pickiest eaters you will meet. My family teases me that you can probably count on two hands the number of things I will eat...and most are variations of chicken. Ironically though I also have issues with raw meat so cooking my own chicken weirds me out sometimes. AND...I only like boneless chicken...I can't stand eating it bone-in. I know. I know.
2. In addition to the issues mentioned above, I also have a MAJOR sweet tooth. I've never found anything to sweet. I am that person that when we eat cake will take your extra icing. I like the roses and the corner piece. I am crazy addicted to sugar.
3. I struggle with Generalized Anxiety Disorder and also a touch of OCD-mainly with my thinking process. I can worry like nobody's business and always could. Doesn't matter if it hasn't happened yet, might happen, etc. I can worry over it. I remember my mom telling me when I was in elementary school to count to 10 slowly when I was feeling overwhelmed.
4. I have been on a quest to improve my confidence and independence. I'm one of those people that has always worried about what other people think, and usually need several opinions from other people before making a decision. I tend to think that what I have or what I'm doing aren't good enough and constantly compare myself to other people. I also tend to not let people know (besides my husband and chiildren) when they have hurt me, even when it happens over and over again. The Lord has been helping me with these issues immensely. It's amazing how knowing who you are in Christ gives you confidence.
5. I live in the house I grew up in. My husband and I bought it as my parents were ready to leave after about 25 years and move to Florida. Sadly, we will be leaving it soon, but I know it's part of my journey and am slowly becoming excited about what's to come.
6. I have an addiction to soda. I rarely drink anything besides soda., although it's usually diet.
7. I don't eat fruits and vegetables. Never would, even as a baby.
8. I am very competitive by nature when it comes to certain things. I like to do things a little better a little faster, etc. It can be annoying, usually to me-cause no one else is keeping score. haha
9. Both of my kids are named after my parents. My son's middle name is my Dad's first name. And my daughter's first name is a variation on my Mom's first name.
10. My husband and I have gone through some rough times over the last year or so, but God is using those circumstances to call me closer to him and to grow me into the person I was meant to be. The last year has impacted who I am as a person more than any other time in my life, hands down.
Now the tough part. I don't know that I have 8 people I can pass this onto since I don't know many other people in blog land yet. So....if you are reading this, consider yourself tagged.
The Honest Scrap Award prompts some thoughts: A) First list 10 honest things about yourself - and make it honest (hence, the award ‘Honest Scrap’), even if you have to dig deep! B) Pass the award on to 8 bloggers that you feel embody the role of the Honest Scrap. (This is an award only to display on your blog that everything you write on it is in truth, sincerity, and integrity.
So, 10 honest things about me.....
1. I have food issues. I am one of the pickiest eaters you will meet. My family teases me that you can probably count on two hands the number of things I will eat...and most are variations of chicken. Ironically though I also have issues with raw meat so cooking my own chicken weirds me out sometimes. AND...I only like boneless chicken...I can't stand eating it bone-in. I know. I know.
2. In addition to the issues mentioned above, I also have a MAJOR sweet tooth. I've never found anything to sweet. I am that person that when we eat cake will take your extra icing. I like the roses and the corner piece. I am crazy addicted to sugar.
3. I struggle with Generalized Anxiety Disorder and also a touch of OCD-mainly with my thinking process. I can worry like nobody's business and always could. Doesn't matter if it hasn't happened yet, might happen, etc. I can worry over it. I remember my mom telling me when I was in elementary school to count to 10 slowly when I was feeling overwhelmed.
4. I have been on a quest to improve my confidence and independence. I'm one of those people that has always worried about what other people think, and usually need several opinions from other people before making a decision. I tend to think that what I have or what I'm doing aren't good enough and constantly compare myself to other people. I also tend to not let people know (besides my husband and chiildren) when they have hurt me, even when it happens over and over again. The Lord has been helping me with these issues immensely. It's amazing how knowing who you are in Christ gives you confidence.
5. I live in the house I grew up in. My husband and I bought it as my parents were ready to leave after about 25 years and move to Florida. Sadly, we will be leaving it soon, but I know it's part of my journey and am slowly becoming excited about what's to come.
6. I have an addiction to soda. I rarely drink anything besides soda., although it's usually diet.
7. I don't eat fruits and vegetables. Never would, even as a baby.
8. I am very competitive by nature when it comes to certain things. I like to do things a little better a little faster, etc. It can be annoying, usually to me-cause no one else is keeping score. haha
9. Both of my kids are named after my parents. My son's middle name is my Dad's first name. And my daughter's first name is a variation on my Mom's first name.
10. My husband and I have gone through some rough times over the last year or so, but God is using those circumstances to call me closer to him and to grow me into the person I was meant to be. The last year has impacted who I am as a person more than any other time in my life, hands down.
Now the tough part. I don't know that I have 8 people I can pass this onto since I don't know many other people in blog land yet. So....if you are reading this, consider yourself tagged.
Wednesday, February 25, 2009
Anyone else doing the Reset Journey?
Our church is starting week 1 of this 6 week journey this with, and so are a lot of other local churches.
Just wondering if anyone else was doing this or had already done it?
This weeks homework is to read the book of Isiah. I wish I had started already.
I'm looking forward to it though.
Just wondering if anyone else was doing this or had already done it?
This weeks homework is to read the book of Isiah. I wish I had started already.
I'm looking forward to it though.
Tuesday, February 24, 2009
What will they remember?
I've been thinking about that question a lot lately when it comes to my children. What are the moments they will remember once they are grown?
As most people that have kids in their lives can probably relate to, my children are very different.
Myles is crazy smart, loving, rambunctious, funny, sensitive, athletic, slow to warm up to people, cautious and so much more. He's a little more of a homebody. We are very similar, but yet very different also. I think that Y chromosome kicks in from day one. lol He knows how to push buttons. He likes a reaction. My challenge is to not give into it.
Gina is a social butterfly. She's full of hugs and kisses and loves to make us laugh. She's always done everything at her own speed. She's a bit of a princess that way. In fact she didn't sit up until she was 10 months old, although she'd use more strength pushing back against your hand supporting her than it'd take to sit up. She loves people and life. She loves to be on the go. She's a people pleaser.
Recently Myles and I were talking at the end of what I thought was a very good day, filled with fun. I was a little hurt that it turns out he seemed more impacted by the couple of times he pushed my buttons and I lost my patience than by all of the good times.
My first reaction was "I can't believe I do so much for you and all you can remember is the couple of bad times....that you caused for that matter".
But then I had to stop and think.
As an overly sensitive girl myself I can relate. Maybe we all can. I think it takes lots of positive encouragement to outweigh the negative choices we may make. Not just with our children, but with everyone in our lives. Think about your relationship with your spouse or significant other. You tend to remember, and maybe hold onto, those times that they hurt us much longer than those times they did something for us. Right?
Instead of being hurt by what Myles seems to remember most I'm choosing to use that as a lesson and grow from it. I'm constantly trying to learn not to just "react" but to think first. It can be hard. Really hard.
Sometimes after a "situation" I stop and think about what any "witnesses" must think about what they just heard and saw.
I feel like those little glimpses into my life don't represent me and the kind of person and mother I am. I'd lay down in traffic for those kids. Yet that's probably not what I just showed to those around me.
But then I have to stop and think about two things:
1--there is ALWAYS a witness to our behavior. Our Lord sees everything. He has entrusted me with these children and I've realized lately what a blessing they are and how quickly it could all be gone. I want to be the mother I was born to be. I want to make God proud of my choices and I need to go to him with that frustration and ask for the strength it takes to not just react. It's so easy to just REACT.
2-Isn't it amazing that no matter how many bad choices we may make or how frustrating we can be at times our Heavenly Father still loves us and encourages us? When I think about the love I have for my kids I get a tiny idea of the love he has for me. What do I remember? All the good things he has done for me, or the times things didn't work out the way I thought they should? Is He thinking "after all I"ve done for you, this is what you remember?" No.
As different as we all are, I know He loves us more than we could imagine. Lord I ask that you give me the strength and knowledge to parent my children the way you parent me. Give us a lifetime of love and happiness and lots of happy memories. Let the good times outweigh the bad.
As most people that have kids in their lives can probably relate to, my children are very different.
Myles is crazy smart, loving, rambunctious, funny, sensitive, athletic, slow to warm up to people, cautious and so much more. He's a little more of a homebody. We are very similar, but yet very different also. I think that Y chromosome kicks in from day one. lol He knows how to push buttons. He likes a reaction. My challenge is to not give into it.
Gina is a social butterfly. She's full of hugs and kisses and loves to make us laugh. She's always done everything at her own speed. She's a bit of a princess that way. In fact she didn't sit up until she was 10 months old, although she'd use more strength pushing back against your hand supporting her than it'd take to sit up. She loves people and life. She loves to be on the go. She's a people pleaser.
Recently Myles and I were talking at the end of what I thought was a very good day, filled with fun. I was a little hurt that it turns out he seemed more impacted by the couple of times he pushed my buttons and I lost my patience than by all of the good times.
My first reaction was "I can't believe I do so much for you and all you can remember is the couple of bad times....that you caused for that matter".
But then I had to stop and think.
As an overly sensitive girl myself I can relate. Maybe we all can. I think it takes lots of positive encouragement to outweigh the negative choices we may make. Not just with our children, but with everyone in our lives. Think about your relationship with your spouse or significant other. You tend to remember, and maybe hold onto, those times that they hurt us much longer than those times they did something for us. Right?
Instead of being hurt by what Myles seems to remember most I'm choosing to use that as a lesson and grow from it. I'm constantly trying to learn not to just "react" but to think first. It can be hard. Really hard.
Sometimes after a "situation" I stop and think about what any "witnesses" must think about what they just heard and saw.
I feel like those little glimpses into my life don't represent me and the kind of person and mother I am. I'd lay down in traffic for those kids. Yet that's probably not what I just showed to those around me.
But then I have to stop and think about two things:
1--there is ALWAYS a witness to our behavior. Our Lord sees everything. He has entrusted me with these children and I've realized lately what a blessing they are and how quickly it could all be gone. I want to be the mother I was born to be. I want to make God proud of my choices and I need to go to him with that frustration and ask for the strength it takes to not just react. It's so easy to just REACT.
2-Isn't it amazing that no matter how many bad choices we may make or how frustrating we can be at times our Heavenly Father still loves us and encourages us? When I think about the love I have for my kids I get a tiny idea of the love he has for me. What do I remember? All the good things he has done for me, or the times things didn't work out the way I thought they should? Is He thinking "after all I"ve done for you, this is what you remember?" No.
As different as we all are, I know He loves us more than we could imagine. Lord I ask that you give me the strength and knowledge to parent my children the way you parent me. Give us a lifetime of love and happiness and lots of happy memories. Let the good times outweigh the bad.
Monday, February 23, 2009
The early bird gets the.....mouse?
First, let me set your minds at ease and reassure you that we have not added on to the wildlife at our house. Thank goodness!
I get up early every morning not because I'm a morning person (at ALL), but because I have two young children who haven't caught on to that fact yet. Well today, I decided to get a shower and get out and about early.
I had to go to a local discount store to make a return and was looking for some cheap decorative items. The Nester has really inspired me lately and I wanted to find some good deals to decorate our apartment with once we move.
I found a shower curtain that I really liked and got a matching bath mat PLUS a pair of sunglasses for Myles for less than 10 bucks. Mmm..hmmm!
I thought I was so cool until I got to the car to admire the curtain and saw it was instead a pair of window treatments.
I almost went back in to return them, but the hassle of getting the kids unbuckled, going back out in the cold and waiting in line to make a return didn't seem worth the 2.99 I had paid. Plus, I figure I might be able to use them somewhere. Maybe.
After that we went to Target cause I had to get diapers. And I question myself everytime I do so if the good deal I get on their diapers is worth the extra trip and what is sure to be at least a couple extra things thrown in the cart. But anyway.
And then....we went back to Chuck E. Cheese to use the remainder of the tokens we had from a couple of weeks ago. And you know what?? We were the ONLY ONES THERE.
That place is actually a lot of fun when you can see your children and hear yourself think.
Myles got a ton of tickets thanks to mommy getting the bonus on a few games. Yes, I played too.
And for those over 300 tickets he got a squishy little lizard that is probably worth about a buck. But that's alright....he loves putting the tickets in that redemption machine they have.
We then went to Burger King, where they made the kid's sandwhiches incorrectly. Not only did they remake them, they told us just to keep the 'wrong' ones, which were actually just missing cheese and they didn't even notice. Myles was so happy we ate inside instead of just driving through.
And after that we went to a local thrift store trying to find some more good buys. Myles found a pair of "hiking boots" that he LOVES and since Monday's are an extra 25% off everything day I caved in. Although I still think they were over priced. But his joy from receiving them has made it more than worth it.
We headed home to let Gina take a nap, I just did some laundry, and in a couple of hours we have another showing.
I can't believe how much we've accomplished this weekend. I've tried to implement a better plan for myself to get certain chores done, and it has made a huge difference and freed up a lot of time for my long weekends, which I now can enjoy with the kids.
Too bad I have to go back to work tomorrow!!
I get up early every morning not because I'm a morning person (at ALL), but because I have two young children who haven't caught on to that fact yet. Well today, I decided to get a shower and get out and about early.
I had to go to a local discount store to make a return and was looking for some cheap decorative items. The Nester has really inspired me lately and I wanted to find some good deals to decorate our apartment with once we move.
I found a shower curtain that I really liked and got a matching bath mat PLUS a pair of sunglasses for Myles for less than 10 bucks. Mmm..hmmm!
I thought I was so cool until I got to the car to admire the curtain and saw it was instead a pair of window treatments.
I almost went back in to return them, but the hassle of getting the kids unbuckled, going back out in the cold and waiting in line to make a return didn't seem worth the 2.99 I had paid. Plus, I figure I might be able to use them somewhere. Maybe.
After that we went to Target cause I had to get diapers. And I question myself everytime I do so if the good deal I get on their diapers is worth the extra trip and what is sure to be at least a couple extra things thrown in the cart. But anyway.
And then....we went back to Chuck E. Cheese to use the remainder of the tokens we had from a couple of weeks ago. And you know what?? We were the ONLY ONES THERE.
That place is actually a lot of fun when you can see your children and hear yourself think.
Myles got a ton of tickets thanks to mommy getting the bonus on a few games. Yes, I played too.
And for those over 300 tickets he got a squishy little lizard that is probably worth about a buck. But that's alright....he loves putting the tickets in that redemption machine they have.
We then went to Burger King, where they made the kid's sandwhiches incorrectly. Not only did they remake them, they told us just to keep the 'wrong' ones, which were actually just missing cheese and they didn't even notice. Myles was so happy we ate inside instead of just driving through.
And after that we went to a local thrift store trying to find some more good buys. Myles found a pair of "hiking boots" that he LOVES and since Monday's are an extra 25% off everything day I caved in. Although I still think they were over priced. But his joy from receiving them has made it more than worth it.
We headed home to let Gina take a nap, I just did some laundry, and in a couple of hours we have another showing.
I can't believe how much we've accomplished this weekend. I've tried to implement a better plan for myself to get certain chores done, and it has made a huge difference and freed up a lot of time for my long weekends, which I now can enjoy with the kids.
Too bad I have to go back to work tomorrow!!
Sunday, February 22, 2009
A great Sunday
We've had a great day today. Church was really good. The one we go to is a plant church that has just been around for about 1.5 years. I was saying to Derrick today that it's been really crowded lately, and we've had to search for open seats.
I love our pastor and how down to earth and relatable he is, and I think a lot of other people have found him and feel the same way.
So it was very ironic today that he mentioned that they are going to grow from just having one worship celebration to two. I love our church and have never really connected like this before, and I'm so happy it's growing and hope a lot more people in the community are able to join us and begin their own journey
.
About a year ago we decided to start "church shopping" and visited several before finding this one, and I'm so glad we didn't give up. I've gotten involved in small groups for the first time and feel like I've found a group of people I could become close with. In fact just today the pastor's wife invited us to her son's birthday party in March.
We're also starting a new 6 week study that I'm looking forward to and I think it's great for where I am on my journey. It's all about exploring our perceptions of Jesus and learning more about him. I'm sure I'll be sharing more as I get into it this week.
After church we went to Applebees to use a gift card I received for Christmas. The food was great and so were the kids. And you all know how rare that is to have both things happen in the same restaurant outing.
We came home and Gina took a nap and we just all relaxed.
We had a showing on our house tonight, which worked out well because we needed to go to the grocery store anyway. Usually I feel like showings are just a huge inconvenience.
For those of you that don't know, selling our house has been a huge deal for us and an emotional journey of both ups and downs. We are living in the house I grew up in all my life, but for lots of reasons, we have decided to downsize for a while and will be moving to an apartment in the next several months.
So anyway, we're home from the grocery store now and I'm exhausted. It's been a productive weekend, but I'm just tired. Between all of lifes everyday stuff, house showings and preparing to move there is never a shortage of things to do....just a shortage of the motivation to get them all done.
And with that I'm going to go relax and spend some time with the family before putting the kids to sleep. I know everything that needs to be done will wait.
Hope you all have had a great weekend!
I love our pastor and how down to earth and relatable he is, and I think a lot of other people have found him and feel the same way.
So it was very ironic today that he mentioned that they are going to grow from just having one worship celebration to two. I love our church and have never really connected like this before, and I'm so happy it's growing and hope a lot more people in the community are able to join us and begin their own journey
.
About a year ago we decided to start "church shopping" and visited several before finding this one, and I'm so glad we didn't give up. I've gotten involved in small groups for the first time and feel like I've found a group of people I could become close with. In fact just today the pastor's wife invited us to her son's birthday party in March.
We're also starting a new 6 week study that I'm looking forward to and I think it's great for where I am on my journey. It's all about exploring our perceptions of Jesus and learning more about him. I'm sure I'll be sharing more as I get into it this week.
After church we went to Applebees to use a gift card I received for Christmas. The food was great and so were the kids. And you all know how rare that is to have both things happen in the same restaurant outing.
We came home and Gina took a nap and we just all relaxed.
We had a showing on our house tonight, which worked out well because we needed to go to the grocery store anyway. Usually I feel like showings are just a huge inconvenience.
For those of you that don't know, selling our house has been a huge deal for us and an emotional journey of both ups and downs. We are living in the house I grew up in all my life, but for lots of reasons, we have decided to downsize for a while and will be moving to an apartment in the next several months.
So anyway, we're home from the grocery store now and I'm exhausted. It's been a productive weekend, but I'm just tired. Between all of lifes everyday stuff, house showings and preparing to move there is never a shortage of things to do....just a shortage of the motivation to get them all done.
And with that I'm going to go relax and spend some time with the family before putting the kids to sleep. I know everything that needs to be done will wait.
Hope you all have had a great weekend!
Thursday, February 19, 2009
Looking for Feedback
I know there are lots of you out there that will have good advice for this subject, so I thought I'd toss it out to you all.
Myles, who just turned 5 in January, has mentioned several times lately that when he talks to God, God won't talk back.
I've tried explaining to him that he won't hear Him in the same voice that he hears other people in, and at Christmas time Kim gave him a great little talk about listening for God in his heart. While I think he gets it to a point, it's still hard to satisfy that instant gratification that kids are seeking.
I'm wondering what other thoughts or suggestions you all may have.
I want Myles to know God and to learn to ask for guidance and direction and to sing His praises. I want him to have a deep relationship with his heavenly father from a young age, so I don't want him to get frustrated.
There are times I think he gets it and will talk about how God put the stars in the sky and God is watering the grass for us when it rains, but there are times I hear him say "God" and then he'll turn to me and say "See, God never talks back to me".
I don't want to make this a big deal as I'm sure it's pretty typical for 5, but thought I'd love to hear your thoughts.
Myles, who just turned 5 in January, has mentioned several times lately that when he talks to God, God won't talk back.
I've tried explaining to him that he won't hear Him in the same voice that he hears other people in, and at Christmas time Kim gave him a great little talk about listening for God in his heart. While I think he gets it to a point, it's still hard to satisfy that instant gratification that kids are seeking.
I'm wondering what other thoughts or suggestions you all may have.
I want Myles to know God and to learn to ask for guidance and direction and to sing His praises. I want him to have a deep relationship with his heavenly father from a young age, so I don't want him to get frustrated.
There are times I think he gets it and will talk about how God put the stars in the sky and God is watering the grass for us when it rains, but there are times I hear him say "God" and then he'll turn to me and say "See, God never talks back to me".
I don't want to make this a big deal as I'm sure it's pretty typical for 5, but thought I'd love to hear your thoughts.
Christmas in February?
Myles, like most children, loves when he does something that gets a reaction out of you--especially if he can make you laugh. He's quite the jokester, just like his dad and gets great joy out of being funny.
So yesterday evening we were all together in the family room. I think Myles spotted and opportunity for undivided attention. He grabbed his baby sister and they stood together on our hearth holding hands and swaying while he sang "We Wish You A Merry Christmas". Over. And over. And over again.
Don't they learn lots of other songs in preschool?
When the novelty of that wore off, they started doing it on the floor in "ring around the rosy" fashion. But he added on a second verse to the song. And to think--in all my years I had never heard this version. Man, what I've been missing.
In the same beat as We Wish You a Merry Christmas he started singing "We're not leaving until we get chicken pudding (repeat 2 x) AND A HAPPY NEW YEAR.
All the while Gina was waiting for the right time to throw her hands up and say "HAPPY".
Aren't you glad you know the rest of the song now?
So yesterday evening we were all together in the family room. I think Myles spotted and opportunity for undivided attention. He grabbed his baby sister and they stood together on our hearth holding hands and swaying while he sang "We Wish You A Merry Christmas". Over. And over. And over again.
Don't they learn lots of other songs in preschool?
When the novelty of that wore off, they started doing it on the floor in "ring around the rosy" fashion. But he added on a second verse to the song. And to think--in all my years I had never heard this version. Man, what I've been missing.
In the same beat as We Wish You a Merry Christmas he started singing "We're not leaving until we get chicken pudding (repeat 2 x) AND A HAPPY NEW YEAR.
All the while Gina was waiting for the right time to throw her hands up and say "HAPPY".
Aren't you glad you know the rest of the song now?
Wednesday, February 18, 2009
Those girls in green...
The girl scouts that is. I'm blaming them. Or more specifically those cookies. Because in all fairness it's probably not fair to blame the girls themselves for my lack of willpower.
You would think we don't have access to a grocery store aisle full of cookies the way Girl Scout cookies create such a frenzy, but I too paid my 3 bucks for the quickly shrinking box of goodness.
It's hard when you work in a small office and everyone's child is doing fundraisers--I have a desire to support them all. Even if my wallet may not be big enough to pay 5 dollars for a small chocolate bar.
But my co-worker came around with that Girl Scout Cookie form and asked if I wanted any. On a side note, have they changed that form since the 80's? It looked the same as I remember using myself.
I told her I'd take 1 box of thin mints. Afterall, 1 box isn't so bad right? Plus, I had heard that the boxes would be smaller this year anyway. I distinctly remember selling girl scout cookies myself, and let me tell you, the boxes were about double in size.
So anyway...the cookies...and just one box.
I had full intentions of bringing my Thin Mints home to put them in the freezer. Have you had them frozen? Oh...so good!!
I cannot tell you how long (short??) it took me to eat the box of cookies without feeling like a child that just got caught with my hand in the cookie jar. Literally.
Plus, I'm afraid that those of you that don't know me well enough yet would be too horrified to ever return.
But let's just say I didn't have any frozen Thin Mints this year.
I did however find out the true meaning...and feeling...of a sugar crash. And it wasn't pretty, people. I felt so awful this morning...seriously faint. I can only contribute it to the cookies and my body saying "Oh. My. Goodness. WHAT have you done to me".
If there is an upside to this story it may be that it's possible I may never eat another girl scout cookie again.
For all of you that know me too well....stop laughing. It's not nice.
You would think we don't have access to a grocery store aisle full of cookies the way Girl Scout cookies create such a frenzy, but I too paid my 3 bucks for the quickly shrinking box of goodness.
It's hard when you work in a small office and everyone's child is doing fundraisers--I have a desire to support them all. Even if my wallet may not be big enough to pay 5 dollars for a small chocolate bar.
But my co-worker came around with that Girl Scout Cookie form and asked if I wanted any. On a side note, have they changed that form since the 80's? It looked the same as I remember using myself.
I told her I'd take 1 box of thin mints. Afterall, 1 box isn't so bad right? Plus, I had heard that the boxes would be smaller this year anyway. I distinctly remember selling girl scout cookies myself, and let me tell you, the boxes were about double in size.
So anyway...the cookies...and just one box.
I had full intentions of bringing my Thin Mints home to put them in the freezer. Have you had them frozen? Oh...so good!!
I cannot tell you how long (short??) it took me to eat the box of cookies without feeling like a child that just got caught with my hand in the cookie jar. Literally.
Plus, I'm afraid that those of you that don't know me well enough yet would be too horrified to ever return.
But let's just say I didn't have any frozen Thin Mints this year.
I did however find out the true meaning...and feeling...of a sugar crash. And it wasn't pretty, people. I felt so awful this morning...seriously faint. I can only contribute it to the cookies and my body saying "Oh. My. Goodness. WHAT have you done to me".
If there is an upside to this story it may be that it's possible I may never eat another girl scout cookie again.
For all of you that know me too well....stop laughing. It's not nice.
Monday, February 16, 2009
Our day
My baby taking care of her baby:
Myles with a Dorito mouth.
She's such a good little mommy. (Despite the fact she's stepping on her stomach.) lol
Isn't it funny how I think all mom's of little girls have a house full of naked baby dolls laying aorund.
Myles with a Dorito mouth.
Today we started out with a visit to Sonic. Hello junior sundaes!! We also went to Old Time Pottery looking for a photo album and some new dishes, but I couldn't find either. I was also hoping to score on some cheap slip covers, but found out they don't even sell slip covers. Bummer.
We headed home for what turned out to be a too-short nap time and were suprised when Derrick came home earlier than I was expecting him. And he made us dinner. I swear sometimes I think I'd starve if he wasn't here to cook for me.
Well, I take that back. There's always lots of frozen stuff I can heat up, right? And I could probably survive for a while off of break and bake chocolate chip cookies. (And I wonder why I can't lose weight).
Here's the quote I loved from today, courteousy of Myles:
Me in response to a "Mommy"?? Yes, baby?
Myles: "I'm not a baby. I'm a big kid. I'm not as big as an adult, I mean I'm still a little kid, but just not a baby kid. I'm a big kid".
Life lessons learned today:
-toothpaste does not come out of a little girl's hair easily
-little girls don't like to have their hair rinsed off under the sink faucet
-playing with a bouncy balls inside can break a Willow Tree Angel before you can say "don't play with that in here".
-Willow Tree Angels are hard to glue back together when they don't break into big pieces.
-comforting a boy that has just broken a Willow Tree Angel after a self imposed time out feels better than being angry.
-bouncy balls are very easy to dispose of, never to return again.
Which, btw, prompts me to my final question. Who thought it was a good idea to give a class full of preschoolers a bouncy ball as a part of a Valentine goody bag? And when did Valentine's Day turn into the next Halloween, anyway? When I was little we may have passed out little valentine's, but we certainly didn't come home with almost as much candy as if we had been trick-or-treating.
And the last life lesson:
Those M&M's bought 1/2 off the day after V-Day make for a hyper mommy and for long blog posts.
Sunday, February 15, 2009
Today's verse
Faith is being sure of what we hope for and certain of what we do not see. Hebrews 11:1
What a day.
Derrick has had to work this weekend, which has thrown a kink in our plans. And I think it's exactly what I needed actually. I've been in a rut lately....in TOO much of a routine and just feeling bored and like I haven't had a lot of FUN mixed into the days.
Lately I've been thinking at night-after the kids go to sleep- about how I feel like I've just not been the mom I want to be. I'm losing my patience and getting irritable too easy and probably sound more like a drill sargeant than like the loving mom I want to be.
Yet, somehow, each morning I wake up and it seems like in no time flat I'm back to giving orders and feeling frustrated. It feels like life has just been taking a toll lately and left me feeling tired and in a funk.
So today I've really tried to be aware of it. The kids and I went to the grocery store (not as easy without Derrick along as usual--although somehow much faster:)) and made it through without any big issues. Just that was a success.
But I decided to stop on the way home and have lunch. And actually go INside, not just through a drive-thru. We even took time to have dessert---Hot Fudge Cake. We had a great time and I was so glad we did that.
We stopped by home to unload the groceries, do a few quick chores, and headed out again. We went to Petsmart to get nail trims for both of the dogs. Two kids and two dogs....I was pushing my luck on that one, wasn't I??
But with lots of Myles helps (it's so nice to have him be able to do more for me) we made it through that as well. And both of the dogs did great....even the groomer commented on it. Not a huge shock for Max, but Sophie usually ends up needing to be muzzled and she didn't even make a peep.
On the way home Max was feeling restless and just wouldn't sit still. Just kept whining and was drooling...excessively.
Myles started to scratch his back and sing Twinkle Twinkle Little Star to him. It's what he sings his sister when he was upset. Again, I tried to be aware of the moment and not just focus on the stress of the situation.
And everything was going great. Until we pulled in the driveway. Myles unbuckled his seat belt and hopped out...and somehow, at the exact same time I opened my car door...and hit him right in the side of the head knocking him over.
Just pass the mom of the year award this way, please.
It left an instant bruise, one very upset little boy, and lots of chaos as we had to get him, Gina and the two dogs in the house.
So I think I should just stop pressing my luck. I'm going to put Gina down for a nap and hope to have a little relaxation time with my boy before Derrick gets home.
Ahh...what a day.
Lately I've been thinking at night-after the kids go to sleep- about how I feel like I've just not been the mom I want to be. I'm losing my patience and getting irritable too easy and probably sound more like a drill sargeant than like the loving mom I want to be.
Yet, somehow, each morning I wake up and it seems like in no time flat I'm back to giving orders and feeling frustrated. It feels like life has just been taking a toll lately and left me feeling tired and in a funk.
So today I've really tried to be aware of it. The kids and I went to the grocery store (not as easy without Derrick along as usual--although somehow much faster:)) and made it through without any big issues. Just that was a success.
But I decided to stop on the way home and have lunch. And actually go INside, not just through a drive-thru. We even took time to have dessert---Hot Fudge Cake. We had a great time and I was so glad we did that.
We stopped by home to unload the groceries, do a few quick chores, and headed out again. We went to Petsmart to get nail trims for both of the dogs. Two kids and two dogs....I was pushing my luck on that one, wasn't I??
But with lots of Myles helps (it's so nice to have him be able to do more for me) we made it through that as well. And both of the dogs did great....even the groomer commented on it. Not a huge shock for Max, but Sophie usually ends up needing to be muzzled and she didn't even make a peep.
On the way home Max was feeling restless and just wouldn't sit still. Just kept whining and was drooling...excessively.
Myles started to scratch his back and sing Twinkle Twinkle Little Star to him. It's what he sings his sister when he was upset. Again, I tried to be aware of the moment and not just focus on the stress of the situation.
And everything was going great. Until we pulled in the driveway. Myles unbuckled his seat belt and hopped out...and somehow, at the exact same time I opened my car door...and hit him right in the side of the head knocking him over.
Just pass the mom of the year award this way, please.
It left an instant bruise, one very upset little boy, and lots of chaos as we had to get him, Gina and the two dogs in the house.
So I think I should just stop pressing my luck. I'm going to put Gina down for a nap and hope to have a little relaxation time with my boy before Derrick gets home.
Ahh...what a day.
Saturday, February 14, 2009
Happy Valentine's Day!!
Hope everyone has a day filled with fun and love!!
Derrick has to work today, but I am planning on making cookies with the kids. Not the beautiful homemade ones, just the Valentine Break and Bake version. lol That's more my speed.
Then tonight we're skipping the restaurants that are sure to be crowded and probably overpriced, and just having a nice dinner at home.
I'm wishing you all a wonderful day!! (With lots of chocolate)!!
Derrick has to work today, but I am planning on making cookies with the kids. Not the beautiful homemade ones, just the Valentine Break and Bake version. lol That's more my speed.
Then tonight we're skipping the restaurants that are sure to be crowded and probably overpriced, and just having a nice dinner at home.
I'm wishing you all a wonderful day!! (With lots of chocolate)!!
Friday, February 13, 2009
Past Scripture Memory
For I know the plans I have for you said the Lord. Plans to prosper you and not to harm you. Plans to give you hope and a future. Jeremiah 29:11.
Update:
2 down, ? to go.
And I have an adrenaline rush and a stomach ache.
For anyone not sure what I'm referring to, check out my post from Tuesday. And pray with me for strength. :) I would like to consider myself an animal lover, but I'm not so sure the love has transferred to wild animals yet.
I get the heeby jeebies just thinking about it.
So, on to something more happy to erase that thought from my mind. Gina is learning to say more each day. But I think I have two favorites.
One is her "tanks mom" when ever I do something for her. Today we were walking up my sitters driveway and she dropped her cup (which she refers to as a bubby...no clue why). I picked it up and handed it to her and she so sweetly gives me the "tanks mom". Is there anything better? I just want to squeeze her.
My other favorite is hard to describe as it seems so simple, but just makes me giggle. I wish I could let you all hear it. She's learning to answer questions with a "yeah" or "no". She verbally says "yeah" but just shakes her head for no.
This morning I said "did you sleep well" and I got the cutest little "yeah" and then she gave me a kiss. Those are the moments I wish I was a stay at home mom so I could just be with her all day.
Happy Friday, everyone!
And I have an adrenaline rush and a stomach ache.
For anyone not sure what I'm referring to, check out my post from Tuesday. And pray with me for strength. :) I would like to consider myself an animal lover, but I'm not so sure the love has transferred to wild animals yet.
I get the heeby jeebies just thinking about it.
So, on to something more happy to erase that thought from my mind. Gina is learning to say more each day. But I think I have two favorites.
One is her "tanks mom" when ever I do something for her. Today we were walking up my sitters driveway and she dropped her cup (which she refers to as a bubby...no clue why). I picked it up and handed it to her and she so sweetly gives me the "tanks mom". Is there anything better? I just want to squeeze her.
My other favorite is hard to describe as it seems so simple, but just makes me giggle. I wish I could let you all hear it. She's learning to answer questions with a "yeah" or "no". She verbally says "yeah" but just shakes her head for no.
This morning I said "did you sleep well" and I got the cutest little "yeah" and then she gave me a kiss. Those are the moments I wish I was a stay at home mom so I could just be with her all day.
Happy Friday, everyone!
Thursday, February 12, 2009
Going public
After almost a year of having this blog and sharing it with only close friends and family, I have decided to make it public.
So for any newcomers, welcome! Feel free to browse around and comment on any older posts. Thanks for stopping by!!
So for any newcomers, welcome! Feel free to browse around and comment on any older posts. Thanks for stopping by!!
Wednesday, February 11, 2009
Our evening
Well, you all know I wasn't really thrilled to take the kids to Chuck E Cheese, but I had to keep my promise, and I'm glad I did. Both kids had so much fun.
When Gina saw all the animals singing and motioned for me to come over with that little hand and said Mere!! (come here!!) and started talking and dancing with Chuck E. Cheese himself, my heart melted. To her it was as good as a first row seat to a concert.
Myles loved playing all the games and was more willing to do some of the little "rides".
We were there just long enough for it to not be too much. When we left we went to McDonald's for dinner and then came home and did baths. 2 more of their favorite things.
Myles then wrote his name on all of his valentines for his school party tomorrow, we read books and they were both fast asleep.
Now I'm inside, listening to the wind howling and hoping we don't lose power again like we did in September as I listen to something on my computer--.
I recently came across a blog I can honestly say has changed me forever. I can't even explain the impact this story has had on me as I've followed her story, heard that she so suddenly went home to Jesus, and now that I'm listening to the celebration of her life. This isn't something I could normally do or put myself through, but somehow just feel compelled to do so.
There just aren't words to explain, but I think this is part of how Jesus has used her life to teach other people. It's so incredibly hard to understand how this could happen, to think that this could happen to any of us, and to even imagine what these parents must be feeling. I literally cry every time I think about it, and I hug the kids a little tighter.
I am a better mom because of this story, as hard as it's been to read about.
http://www.themcclenahans.blogspot.com/
Even if you choose not to click this link, please just keep this family in your prayers as they walk such a difficult journey.
When Gina saw all the animals singing and motioned for me to come over with that little hand and said Mere!! (come here!!) and started talking and dancing with Chuck E. Cheese himself, my heart melted. To her it was as good as a first row seat to a concert.
Myles loved playing all the games and was more willing to do some of the little "rides".
We were there just long enough for it to not be too much. When we left we went to McDonald's for dinner and then came home and did baths. 2 more of their favorite things.
Myles then wrote his name on all of his valentines for his school party tomorrow, we read books and they were both fast asleep.
Now I'm inside, listening to the wind howling and hoping we don't lose power again like we did in September as I listen to something on my computer--.
I recently came across a blog I can honestly say has changed me forever. I can't even explain the impact this story has had on me as I've followed her story, heard that she so suddenly went home to Jesus, and now that I'm listening to the celebration of her life. This isn't something I could normally do or put myself through, but somehow just feel compelled to do so.
There just aren't words to explain, but I think this is part of how Jesus has used her life to teach other people. It's so incredibly hard to understand how this could happen, to think that this could happen to any of us, and to even imagine what these parents must be feeling. I literally cry every time I think about it, and I hug the kids a little tighter.
I am a better mom because of this story, as hard as it's been to read about.
http://www.themcclenahans.blogspot.com/
Even if you choose not to click this link, please just keep this family in your prayers as they walk such a difficult journey.
Tuesday, February 10, 2009
Who needs reality TV....
Sometimes I think our lives could beat the ratings of any reality TV series. I often think "who else does this stuff happen to?"
It seems like there is lots going on, but I don't even know where to start. So, lots of random, unrelated happenings:
1. I've been feeling much more peaceful and "at ease" since my "moment of clarity". I think I'm getting it. Like the quote dad sent me today: "It's not about waiting for the rain storms to pass, it's about learning to dance in the rain".
2. Everything simple turns chaotic with children involved. Who knew that cutting out shapes, building a fort, taking a walk outside and other simple tasks could all end in tears when the Dynamic Duo is involved. Note that I never said those tears weren't mine.
3. Myles taught Gina to say "hey you!" and I must say it's pretty funny.
4. Myles is still wondering when G-ma is going to pick him up and wonders about how she lives in the sky, even though I continue to explain that she just travels through the sky because Florida is so far away.
5. He refused to call G-ma tonight even though he misses her because I, apparently, am no longer his friend after failing again to fulfill my promise of bringing him to Chuck E. Cheese.
6. I really dislike Chuck E. Cheese. But I will go as a reward for him consistently falling asleep in, and staying in, his own bed.
7. Derrick went out to his car last night to get something and heard something hissing and snarling. He jumped in his car to see a raccoon in the trash up on it's hind legs telling Derrick that he was now the owner of this house. Derrick tried to come in the front door only to find another raccoon doing the same thing to him on the walkway.
8. Derrick spent an hour last night in his car strategizing about how to get in without getting attacked by raccoons.
9. Derrick woke me up last night to tell me about his traumatizing event with a look I will never forget. I did not know someone's eyes could get that big.
10. Me no like raccoons. I can be in denial to a point. Hissing and snarling breaks the season of denial.
11. Upon re-telling the story to a co-worker another co-worker (Josh) hears the story and offers to come over and shoot and/or cage said raccoons.
12. Derrick made his first (and I'm going to venture to say last) trip to the Tractor Supply Store today for a cage
13. Josh found no raccoons in our attic. Not sure if this is good or bad.
14. I wasn't sure if you should laugh or cry when someone is looking in your attic for raccoons. I think I did a little of both.
15 We now have 3 cages set to trap raccoons. Outside. Not in the attic. Just for clarification.
16 I have a feeling we will catch a stray cat. Or maybe the neighbors small dog.
17 It's raining tonight, so I have a feeling the raccoons will stay inside (in OUR house) and the peanut butter in the traps will be washed away.
18I am READY TO MOVE. Ready to move into a new space. A space without raccoons or countless other issues. Ready to have a fresh start and a new season. Ready for a new phase of our journey.
AND.................
19. An unplanned addition to the list.
I just heard a really loud sound. I am not sure what a cage sounds like when it has caught something. But I think I need to go change my pants. And cry a little.
It seems like there is lots going on, but I don't even know where to start. So, lots of random, unrelated happenings:
1. I've been feeling much more peaceful and "at ease" since my "moment of clarity". I think I'm getting it. Like the quote dad sent me today: "It's not about waiting for the rain storms to pass, it's about learning to dance in the rain".
2. Everything simple turns chaotic with children involved. Who knew that cutting out shapes, building a fort, taking a walk outside and other simple tasks could all end in tears when the Dynamic Duo is involved. Note that I never said those tears weren't mine.
3. Myles taught Gina to say "hey you!" and I must say it's pretty funny.
4. Myles is still wondering when G-ma is going to pick him up and wonders about how she lives in the sky, even though I continue to explain that she just travels through the sky because Florida is so far away.
5. He refused to call G-ma tonight even though he misses her because I, apparently, am no longer his friend after failing again to fulfill my promise of bringing him to Chuck E. Cheese.
6. I really dislike Chuck E. Cheese. But I will go as a reward for him consistently falling asleep in, and staying in, his own bed.
7. Derrick went out to his car last night to get something and heard something hissing and snarling. He jumped in his car to see a raccoon in the trash up on it's hind legs telling Derrick that he was now the owner of this house. Derrick tried to come in the front door only to find another raccoon doing the same thing to him on the walkway.
8. Derrick spent an hour last night in his car strategizing about how to get in without getting attacked by raccoons.
9. Derrick woke me up last night to tell me about his traumatizing event with a look I will never forget. I did not know someone's eyes could get that big.
10. Me no like raccoons. I can be in denial to a point. Hissing and snarling breaks the season of denial.
11. Upon re-telling the story to a co-worker another co-worker (Josh) hears the story and offers to come over and shoot and/or cage said raccoons.
12. Derrick made his first (and I'm going to venture to say last) trip to the Tractor Supply Store today for a cage
13. Josh found no raccoons in our attic. Not sure if this is good or bad.
14. I wasn't sure if you should laugh or cry when someone is looking in your attic for raccoons. I think I did a little of both.
15 We now have 3 cages set to trap raccoons. Outside. Not in the attic. Just for clarification.
16 I have a feeling we will catch a stray cat. Or maybe the neighbors small dog.
17 It's raining tonight, so I have a feeling the raccoons will stay inside (in OUR house) and the peanut butter in the traps will be washed away.
18I am READY TO MOVE. Ready to move into a new space. A space without raccoons or countless other issues. Ready to have a fresh start and a new season. Ready for a new phase of our journey.
AND.................
19. An unplanned addition to the list.
I just heard a really loud sound. I am not sure what a cage sounds like when it has caught something. But I think I need to go change my pants. And cry a little.
Thursday, February 5, 2009
A moment of clarity
This morning as I was coming into work I was listening to K-Love and the song "How Great is our God" came on.
For some reason whenever I hear this song I envision myself being at church and hearing everyone there sing this song together. This song feels like a "victory song" to me, because for those that have been through trials and tribulations (and who hasn't), this song seems to be a time to reflect on what God has done in our lives to get us through those tough times. People get very "into" this song when it's played at church. Everyone sings just a little louder.
But that led me to thinking.....(or maybe open to HEARING)
When you've gone through those tough times and you get to "the other side" it's easy to praise God for what he's done. You've seen the outcome and you realize that God has gotten you through yet another tribulation.
But I had an important realization today when this song came on.
Nothing miraculous happens on the day that you feel like the turbulence in your life has ended. God has been working "behind the scenes" the entire time and just happened to choose this moment to finally REVEAL that plan to you.
He's finally let you in on what he's been up to!!!
He's allowed you to finally see the whole picture and not just the pieces you had when you were struggling. You realize why things happened the way they happened. He's brought you to "the other side" of the problem. Allowed you to look back and see the situation with clarity.
As he saw it all along.
And his timing is perfect. Maybe there was a reason he couldn't reveal the end of the story to you while you were going through it. Maybe it would have changed something we would have done...perhaps we would have gotten lazy or too comfortable to even pray had we known how it was going to end.
But here's the thing....the whole time you were going through the tough times God was right there by your side. This is when he was doing all the work behind the scenes. Moving all of the pieces of the puzzle around so they'd fit just right.
This is when the miracles are happening!!!
He just hasn't revealed them to you yet.
I get it now.
Trusting in the fact that he is right by your side DOING THOSE MIRACLES is the definition of faith.
Knowing that he's not left you or forsaken you and that he does have a plan. And he's working on it right now.
All you have to do is trust in him and rely on him and believe in the work he's doing....until the day comes that in his perfect timing he chooses to reveal that work to you.
I think this is something God needed me to get. Needed me to understand. I think that's why I (we) are going through some of what we're going through right now. I continue to SAY I believe in him, yet I'm still worried about the outcome. Wondering what will happen. Seeking advice from others looking for the "right" answer. Losing sleep at night wondering what else we should be doing.
I think that worry is a sure sign that no matter how much you SAY you trust in Him that clearly you aren't. Or why would you have the need to worry about the outcome?
I get it.
And just to send shivers up your spine (at least my spine) I have to share this. I've heard that song a million times. And I enjoy it and sing along with it.
But the point about his PLANS was just pressed upon my heart today. The fact that the praise shouldn't ONLY be given on the day those plans are revealed. But all the days the plans are actually HAPPENING.
THE TOUGH TIMES.
Do you know what my scripture memory was for this month? Chosen by "random" I might add.
For I know the PLANS I have for you said the Lord. PLANS to PROSPER you and not to harm you. PLANS to give you hope and a FUTURE". Jeremiah 29:11
I get it Lord. And I trust in your plans.
For some reason whenever I hear this song I envision myself being at church and hearing everyone there sing this song together. This song feels like a "victory song" to me, because for those that have been through trials and tribulations (and who hasn't), this song seems to be a time to reflect on what God has done in our lives to get us through those tough times. People get very "into" this song when it's played at church. Everyone sings just a little louder.
But that led me to thinking.....(or maybe open to HEARING)
When you've gone through those tough times and you get to "the other side" it's easy to praise God for what he's done. You've seen the outcome and you realize that God has gotten you through yet another tribulation.
But I had an important realization today when this song came on.
Nothing miraculous happens on the day that you feel like the turbulence in your life has ended. God has been working "behind the scenes" the entire time and just happened to choose this moment to finally REVEAL that plan to you.
He's finally let you in on what he's been up to!!!
He's allowed you to finally see the whole picture and not just the pieces you had when you were struggling. You realize why things happened the way they happened. He's brought you to "the other side" of the problem. Allowed you to look back and see the situation with clarity.
As he saw it all along.
And his timing is perfect. Maybe there was a reason he couldn't reveal the end of the story to you while you were going through it. Maybe it would have changed something we would have done...perhaps we would have gotten lazy or too comfortable to even pray had we known how it was going to end.
But here's the thing....the whole time you were going through the tough times God was right there by your side. This is when he was doing all the work behind the scenes. Moving all of the pieces of the puzzle around so they'd fit just right.
This is when the miracles are happening!!!
He just hasn't revealed them to you yet.
I get it now.
Trusting in the fact that he is right by your side DOING THOSE MIRACLES is the definition of faith.
Knowing that he's not left you or forsaken you and that he does have a plan. And he's working on it right now.
All you have to do is trust in him and rely on him and believe in the work he's doing....until the day comes that in his perfect timing he chooses to reveal that work to you.
I think this is something God needed me to get. Needed me to understand. I think that's why I (we) are going through some of what we're going through right now. I continue to SAY I believe in him, yet I'm still worried about the outcome. Wondering what will happen. Seeking advice from others looking for the "right" answer. Losing sleep at night wondering what else we should be doing.
I think that worry is a sure sign that no matter how much you SAY you trust in Him that clearly you aren't. Or why would you have the need to worry about the outcome?
I get it.
And just to send shivers up your spine (at least my spine) I have to share this. I've heard that song a million times. And I enjoy it and sing along with it.
But the point about his PLANS was just pressed upon my heart today. The fact that the praise shouldn't ONLY be given on the day those plans are revealed. But all the days the plans are actually HAPPENING.
THE TOUGH TIMES.
Do you know what my scripture memory was for this month? Chosen by "random" I might add.
For I know the PLANS I have for you said the Lord. PLANS to PROSPER you and not to harm you. PLANS to give you hope and a FUTURE". Jeremiah 29:11
I get it Lord. And I trust in your plans.
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