Short update 5-26-10

Today is

-my youngest son's 26th birthday. Happy birthday dear Ben!

-still dizzy for me. I am appalled at how easily I get discouraged, when God has already done so much healing in me. In March I fell and mangled much of me. But I am getting better. 'Need to focus on the 99 things that are good, and throw the 1 discouraging thing back in satan's face. (This blog's spell checker just let me know I should capitalize "satan." No.)

-the 2nd day that a bird has dared to venture onto our feeder, after Dave relocated it so we could view it much better from our bedroom window. Be brave, birdies!

-the day I'm memorizing II Timothy 3:16,17. Yeah, I know it's already a familiar passage; but I want to truly learn it. "All Scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness, that the man of God may be complete, thoroughly equipped for every good work." (New King Jimmy) Today Dave and I listened to some Chronicles from the audio Bible online. Sometimes I wonder why God left some things in His Word, and didn't put other things in. But I actually appreciated the hearing today. History can be good, in increments.

-almost over. So are the beautiful red roses from Dave, given to me over a week ago. They have graced our dining table and made me smile every day. God did a great thing when He designed red roses. There's something about the bright red against the greenery.

-worth living.

Ode to Queenie 10-21-2009

So my lovely niece is Homecoming Queen of Simpson University. She is truly a queen, inside and out. I wrote her a poem:

ODE TO QUEENIE, 10-21-09

Anna~bu, fair reigning queen of lovely Simpson-town

(But she has sparkled long before she donned the glitt’ring crown).

When Anna walks into a room, she says not “Look at me!” –

But “There you are!” for, truly, loving others is the key.

She has her Maker’s eyes and heart, and kneels before His throne.

She loves her subjects, every one, and no one feels alone.

When Anna steps foot in their midst, a feast begins, anew;

She has a knack of lifting hearts and sharing what is true.

The spice of love and light she trills, to paupers and to kings,

And weary souls detect the tune of hope, each time she sings.

She knows the ancient code of care; and on the course, stays sure,

Disbursing as the High King leads. His message will endure.

A crown and title swiftly pass – a breeze across the face,

But Anna’s quest remains the same: to share God’s loving grace.

Disney and Sore Hearts

2-24-09 Warning:  Random thoughts follow.

Dave and I returned today from a delightful trek to the Happiest Place on Earth.  The drive was great, the hotel was great, Disneyland was great, and the drive home was great.  And...it's great to be back home.

Even though there is a big squeeze in my heart, I need to keep my face to the light.  It's amazing how strong emotions are.  Nothing is wrong; life is rarely perfect.  Sadness just hurts.  This paragraph has nothing to do with the next paragraph, by the way.

Hans said a clever/thought-provoking/hilarious thing the other day, about mothers.  Often, we are "smothers."  How can we not be?  Our hearts walk around, outside of our own bodies.  Yet....smothering is not too life-sustaining.  Good thing to remember.

Our Iris turned 28 yesterday.  What a blessing she is, a sincere lady.

Downtown Disney makes wonderful caramel corn.  They also sell kettle corn, but pass that cart by, and walk the extra distance to go to the caramel corn stand.  You'll need floss, but it's so worth it.

Tomorrow, Lent begins.  May it make a difference.  Lent is walking toward a horrible reminder in Christian history, and then a few days later, the best day ever for Christians.  I get frustrated with "Easter" - look up the word.  I feel cleaner when I call it "Resurrection Day."  But lots of pagan stuff is wrapped in the Christian world.  The days of the week are not Christian names.  Oh well.  Not terribly important.

Not yet unpacked - partially.  

God is here.

a favorite poem of mine

How precious in 

the eyes of God

the dying of His own

and reckoning

of all as lost

is myrrh before the throne.

The Thanksgiving Fudge is Gone

I had a delightful Thanksgiving.  Ate with nice people.  The turkey was moist, and cooked enough (yay for those bags you put the turkey in).  Glad I bought a "real" pan for the turkey instead of the usual flimsy foil thing that bends in the middle, and gushes hot turkey grease all over the counter and fingertips.  Sometimes, it pays to pay a little more.

Lori bought this incredible fudge - it was creamy and yummy.  I sliced miniscule pieces, but ate a thousand or so of them - worth every flavory bite.  Mmmmm.  Kinda reminded me of when Dave and I bought some fudge from Disneyland, many moons ago.

Today Dave reminded all of us of the importance of having solid doctrine (God's Word), and keeping God in our personal lives.  Excellent, and challenging.

I made a phone call that I have been putting off for about 3 weeks.  It turned out to be absolutely delightful.  3 weeks of unnecessary fretting/procrastinating.  After the call, I felt feathery in my spirit.  Ahhhh.

Wonderful, incredible Art Show by Hillary after church.  She's a talented and lovely lady who loves Jesus.  

Fun meal with delightful lifelong friends.

Another incredible person helped us tremendously today, involving physical labor.  He came quickly and willingly, and loaned his expertise.  I am grateful.

Praying for S, R, K, J, D, and many others.  How does God keep track of everyone?  Yet  -  He does.

Thankful for the kindness of someone who gave toward a need in the body, and didn't even know of the circumstances.  

Sorry to miss hubby and son performing music together tonight in La Jolla; but my plate of "things to do" is overflowing.  So proud of both of them.

Three deaths in the lives of three friends this week.  May God's comfort be felt.

Being careful that sorrows do not overshadow the incredible freedom and hope and joy I have in Christ.  I have so much to be thankful for.   ;-)

My we live to ever love and serve the King.

Hard, Good, Fun, and Almost Over

Today was a hard day.  Many things to ponder. I want to be less self-seeking, but it's really hard to follow through on this.   Here's the quote I need to apply:  "There's always room for improvement, you know - it's the biggest room in the house."

 

Today was a good day.  Great fellowship with some of those beautiful and talented Canyon ladies. How I love them and appreciate them.  They are sharp, sincere, and fun.

Today was a fun day, weather-wise.  I LOVE the cooler stuff; and it's been exhilarating to see fog in the mornings (as long as it doesn't cause too much driving trouble).

Today is almost over, and I still have much to do.  Lord, may I choose priorities wisely.

Today it's time to see a photo.  Kinda silly, but fun.  Ben and Kayla are singing a duet.