Another great evening spent with friends scrapbooking, quilting, embroidering, cross-stitching, beading, snacking, talking, listening to music and just being together.
I try to organize a "craft night" at church on a regular basis. Usually every couple of months. Everyone gathers their craft supplies and heads out to church for several hours of crafting. But it's not just working on your craft of choice, it's worship also.
God has really shown me how blessed I am this past week! I have some really amazing friends who are always there with an open ear and a hug, I have an amazing hubby and kids, I LOVE our church (they are like family to us) and we live in a beautiful place! Can't get a whole lot better than waking up to a beautiful sunrise on one side of the house and the majestic mountains on the other!
WORSHIP!
This is a word that gets thrown out there a lot.
The Webster’s defines it: 1) A prayer, church service, or other rite that shows reverence for a deity; 2) Intense love or admiration of any kind. As a verb transitive, the word can mean 1) to show religious reverence for; or 2) to have intense love or admiration for.
So when you really think about it, this is a HUGE topic. People worship idols such as money, popularity, material things, food, etc. We're all guilty.
God makes it clear in the Ten Commandments that we should not worship anything or anyone but Him.
“You must not make for yourself an idol of any kind or an image of anything in the heavens or on the earth or in the sea. You must not bow down to them or worship them, for I, the Lord your God, am a jealous God who will not tolerate your affection for any other gods. Ex. 20:4-5 NLT
The topic of worship has been something I have really been studying lately and thinking on. We all know that we're guilty of worshipping something or someone other than God. That's between us and God and I pray that He will open our eyes to see those things, and show us how to enjoy the things we have, but not to worship them.
I want to concentrate on worshipping God! How do I do this? I can worship God in all that I do. I started this blog talking about our "craft night" and about how blessed I am with all that God has given me. For me, this is worshipping God. Remember that the definition is an intense love or admiration for. I have intense love for God for blessing me with all that I have; family, friends, His creation, etc. I also have an intense love and admiration for God, first of all, for allowing us to have nights like that at church. Close friends, good conversation, great food, etc. I am constantly amazed at the feeling I get when I am among others who love God. What a wonderful feeling! I also have an intense admiration for God for making me creative, and to see how He has made others creative also. Not just in the scrapbooking that I do, but the deep concentration and patience that it takes to hand-embroider or cross-stitch, or the way another puts fabric together to make a beautiful quilt, or the way one slowly adds one bead after another to create a piece of jewelry. When you put God in all things, the "things" become way more wonderful and amazing!
My mind is full as I think of the topic of Worship. But for now, I'll leave you to think about things you do or see, or people you have in your life that make you feeling that intense love and admiration for God. Add a comment, I'd love to hear the things that make you feel that intense love and admiration for God.
Until next time, I pray that you will put God in everything you do and see, and make them all the more amazing and beautiful!
Seek the Kingdom of God above all else, and live righteously, and he will give you everything you need. “So don’t worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will bring its own worries. Today’s trouble is enough for today. Matt. 6:33-34
Saturday, October 17, 2009
Friday, October 16, 2009
Convicted!
If you were on trial for being a Christian, would there be enough evidence to convict you?
WOW! If that doesn't make you think!
What is the definition of a Christian?
Is it just to be a good person while on earth and hope you get into heaven? I don't see that in the bible. Is it to choose which verses to follow in the bible and not obey the ones you don't like? I don't see that either. It's also not about having to live by some boring rules and not enjoy life! God wants you to be happy and live in joy! The bible is God's Word to you! When you use the bible as your Life Handbook, life is not boring or unenjoyable! It's amazing!
A Christian is someone who has decided to entrust his or her life to Jesus Christ. A Christian trusts Christ for forgiveness of sin, a right standing before God, and guidance in life.
John 3:3-7 Jesus answered and said to him, "Truly, truly, I say to you, unless one is born again he cannot see the kingdom of God." Nicodemus said to Him, "How can a man be born when he is old? He cannot enter a second time into his mother's womb and be born, can he?" Jesus answered, "Truly, truly, I say to you, unless one is born of water and the Spirit he cannot enter into the kingdom of God. "That which is born of the flesh is flesh, and that which is born of the Spirit is spirit. "Do not be amazed that I said to you, 'You must be born again.'
To be born again--born of the Spirit--a person must place his or her trust in Jesus Christ. The Spirit of Jesus Christ actually comes to dwell within the new Christian, giving newness of life--His life.
In sum, Christ makes a Christian a Christian. Going to church does not make a person a Christian. A special ceremony can't do it. And nobody can be a Christian by trying to be a good person. Only Jesus Christ can make a person a Christian:
John 1:12,13 But as many as received Him, to them He gave the right to become children of God, even to those who believe in His name, who were born, not of blood nor of the will of the flesh nor of the will of man, but of God.
I am sad to know that so many people in this world call themselves Christians, and truly believe that they will some day live in heaven, but do not follow Jesus. They live for themselves, doing as they please, saying, "I'm praying for you." Are you really praying? Did you bow your head and talk to God, or is it just something that sounds good to say? Do you celebrate Christmas as Jesus' birth, or are you celebrating Santa and lots of gifts? Do you celebrate Easter as the time Jesus spread his arms wide saying, I LOVE YOU THIS MUCH, and died to forgive you of your sins? If you answered no to any of those, then maybe you need to think about what it really means to be a Christian.
Tell God that you want Him to be in charge of your life from this point forward. Prayer= a simple conversation between you and your Creator, GOD!
For those of us that have already asked God for forgiveness and placed our faith in Jesus, what do our lives look like? We should be striving to look like Jesus. For people to say, "Hmmm, their lives seem different. They have peace! They have hope! I want what they have!"
When I say, "I am a Christian" I don't speak of this with pride. I'm confessing that I stumble and need Christ to be my guide.
That saying is my life quote! I want to look like Jesus....and strive for it every day. But I can't do it without Him being in charge!
Thank you God that you are Good, Sovereign, Holy, Wise, the Ultimate Judge and you are LOVE!
WOW! If that doesn't make you think!
What is the definition of a Christian?
Is it just to be a good person while on earth and hope you get into heaven? I don't see that in the bible. Is it to choose which verses to follow in the bible and not obey the ones you don't like? I don't see that either. It's also not about having to live by some boring rules and not enjoy life! God wants you to be happy and live in joy! The bible is God's Word to you! When you use the bible as your Life Handbook, life is not boring or unenjoyable! It's amazing!
A Christian is someone who has decided to entrust his or her life to Jesus Christ. A Christian trusts Christ for forgiveness of sin, a right standing before God, and guidance in life.
John 3:3-7 Jesus answered and said to him, "Truly, truly, I say to you, unless one is born again he cannot see the kingdom of God." Nicodemus said to Him, "How can a man be born when he is old? He cannot enter a second time into his mother's womb and be born, can he?" Jesus answered, "Truly, truly, I say to you, unless one is born of water and the Spirit he cannot enter into the kingdom of God. "That which is born of the flesh is flesh, and that which is born of the Spirit is spirit. "Do not be amazed that I said to you, 'You must be born again.'
To be born again--born of the Spirit--a person must place his or her trust in Jesus Christ. The Spirit of Jesus Christ actually comes to dwell within the new Christian, giving newness of life--His life.
In sum, Christ makes a Christian a Christian. Going to church does not make a person a Christian. A special ceremony can't do it. And nobody can be a Christian by trying to be a good person. Only Jesus Christ can make a person a Christian:
John 1:12,13 But as many as received Him, to them He gave the right to become children of God, even to those who believe in His name, who were born, not of blood nor of the will of the flesh nor of the will of man, but of God.
I am sad to know that so many people in this world call themselves Christians, and truly believe that they will some day live in heaven, but do not follow Jesus. They live for themselves, doing as they please, saying, "I'm praying for you." Are you really praying? Did you bow your head and talk to God, or is it just something that sounds good to say? Do you celebrate Christmas as Jesus' birth, or are you celebrating Santa and lots of gifts? Do you celebrate Easter as the time Jesus spread his arms wide saying, I LOVE YOU THIS MUCH, and died to forgive you of your sins? If you answered no to any of those, then maybe you need to think about what it really means to be a Christian.
Tell God that you want Him to be in charge of your life from this point forward. Prayer= a simple conversation between you and your Creator, GOD!
For those of us that have already asked God for forgiveness and placed our faith in Jesus, what do our lives look like? We should be striving to look like Jesus. For people to say, "Hmmm, their lives seem different. They have peace! They have hope! I want what they have!"
When I say, "I am a Christian" I don't speak of this with pride. I'm confessing that I stumble and need Christ to be my guide.
That saying is my life quote! I want to look like Jesus....and strive for it every day. But I can't do it without Him being in charge!
Thank you God that you are Good, Sovereign, Holy, Wise, the Ultimate Judge and you are LOVE!
Friday, October 2, 2009
Who do you talk to when you pray?
I don't mean that you talk to someone other than God. I just mean, who is God to you? Is he just a giant "being" in the sky who you only talk to when things get really tough and you have no where else to turn? Or during family get-togethers where it's just the thing to do before dinner? Or is He your sovereign LORD?
Sovereign: above or superior to all others; the GREATEST; independent of all others.
When you bow your head to pray-when you're in a jam and you need to ask God for something-are you aware of who you're talking to? The one to whom you pray has power over the entire universe, over every single atom, and yet he is infinitely loving and he cares about you. That's who you're talking to. That's why we worship him. ~Chip Ingram from God As He Longs For You To See Him
I've asked myself the question many times in the past years. I did only know God as the one to whom I went when things got bad. Or when we had family meals and it was just the thing to do. WAKE UP! This is the God of the universe, who made ALL things, including you and me. He knows ALL things. He is in control of ALL things. He made you and me, He gave up His son for us, and we just give Him a few minutes of our time every once in a while?! WOW! I don't know about you, but that really makes me feel sad and awful!
In the bible study I'm doing right now by Chip Ingram, called God as He longs for you to see Him, Chip quotes A. W. Tozer:
"With the goodness of God to desire our highest welfare, the wisdom of God to plan it, and the power of God to achieve it, what do we lack?
STOP! Go back and read that about 10 times slowly, and really let that sink in. God is not just some "being" in the sky whom you talk to or think about every once in a while. He is YOUR FRIEND, your Heavenly FATHER who wants the best for you. You are His child.
Yet to all who received him, to those who believed in his name, he gave the right to become children of God—(John 1:12)
The key is, He's not just a part-time God who you should call on occasionally, or when you feel like it. He is Omnipresent, ALWAYS there. He never leaves you, even if you walk away from Him for a while or if you just call on Him occasionally. But give Him the time He deserves, after all, you are in this world because HE created you! Talk to Him every day, all day. He doesn't care if you talk out loud, in your mind, with big words, with your eyes closed, etc. He just wants to hear from you. Praying is simply a conversation between you and God.
In youth group on Wednesday night, our youth pastor, Brian, explained it really well. He read a poem from John Piper's book Desiring God. I am going to summarize what it says:
A husband brings home roses for his wife for their anniversary. She says, "but why so much?" and he replies, "You know it is my duty that I go each year and buy what husbands ought to buy. I think I was well-taught that there are proper ways to do these things, and I just wanted you to know that I am duty-bound and that my character is sound." A question that I hope will show, the answer, folks, is clearly NO. How then shall she be honored more if not by duty at the door? To answer this let us return now to the scene and watch and learn. Noel swings wide the door. I say, while holding out the rose display, "A happy anniversary, Noel! " And she responds, "For me? O these are beautiful, but why so much?" To which I then reply, "It makes me glad to bring you things. In fact, Noel, I think it brings me more delight to spend this night with you than anyone I might. Why don't you go dress for a date and tell the boys it may be late. I cannot think of any way I'd rather celebrate this day than satisfying my desire with one that I so much admire."
This is how we should respond to God. Not out of obligation or "duty", but because He loves us and we love Him! How can you not love God with all that He has done, is doing, and will do for you?
John 3:16
Sovereign: above or superior to all others; the GREATEST; independent of all others.
When you bow your head to pray-when you're in a jam and you need to ask God for something-are you aware of who you're talking to? The one to whom you pray has power over the entire universe, over every single atom, and yet he is infinitely loving and he cares about you. That's who you're talking to. That's why we worship him. ~Chip Ingram from God As He Longs For You To See Him
I've asked myself the question many times in the past years. I did only know God as the one to whom I went when things got bad. Or when we had family meals and it was just the thing to do. WAKE UP! This is the God of the universe, who made ALL things, including you and me. He knows ALL things. He is in control of ALL things. He made you and me, He gave up His son for us, and we just give Him a few minutes of our time every once in a while?! WOW! I don't know about you, but that really makes me feel sad and awful!
In the bible study I'm doing right now by Chip Ingram, called God as He longs for you to see Him, Chip quotes A. W. Tozer:
"With the goodness of God to desire our highest welfare, the wisdom of God to plan it, and the power of God to achieve it, what do we lack?
STOP! Go back and read that about 10 times slowly, and really let that sink in. God is not just some "being" in the sky whom you talk to or think about every once in a while. He is YOUR FRIEND, your Heavenly FATHER who wants the best for you. You are His child.
Yet to all who received him, to those who believed in his name, he gave the right to become children of God—(John 1:12)
The key is, He's not just a part-time God who you should call on occasionally, or when you feel like it. He is Omnipresent, ALWAYS there. He never leaves you, even if you walk away from Him for a while or if you just call on Him occasionally. But give Him the time He deserves, after all, you are in this world because HE created you! Talk to Him every day, all day. He doesn't care if you talk out loud, in your mind, with big words, with your eyes closed, etc. He just wants to hear from you. Praying is simply a conversation between you and God.
In youth group on Wednesday night, our youth pastor, Brian, explained it really well. He read a poem from John Piper's book Desiring God. I am going to summarize what it says:
A husband brings home roses for his wife for their anniversary. She says, "but why so much?" and he replies, "You know it is my duty that I go each year and buy what husbands ought to buy. I think I was well-taught that there are proper ways to do these things, and I just wanted you to know that I am duty-bound and that my character is sound." A question that I hope will show, the answer, folks, is clearly NO. How then shall she be honored more if not by duty at the door? To answer this let us return now to the scene and watch and learn. Noel swings wide the door. I say, while holding out the rose display, "A happy anniversary, Noel! " And she responds, "For me? O these are beautiful, but why so much?" To which I then reply, "It makes me glad to bring you things. In fact, Noel, I think it brings me more delight to spend this night with you than anyone I might. Why don't you go dress for a date and tell the boys it may be late. I cannot think of any way I'd rather celebrate this day than satisfying my desire with one that I so much admire."
This is how we should respond to God. Not out of obligation or "duty", but because He loves us and we love Him! How can you not love God with all that He has done, is doing, and will do for you?
John 3:16
Monday, September 7, 2009
Labor Day Weekend
Does the Labor in Labor Day mean that you are supposed to be free from Labor, or are you supposed to be laboring? This is my question since our entire weekend was so busy it's now a blur.
Saturday was a really great day! We started the day off with a really long hike in Castlewood Canyon with our new puppy, Bella. She had a lot of fun, especially playing in the stream along the hiking trail. After our hike, we went and grabbed some food and took it to a great park hidden off the highway. (not sure if anyone knows it's there because there is never anyone there when we go there, which is why we go there). We decided to go home then. Everyone did their thing for a while and then Jason and I decided we didn't want to sit around the house so we drove up to Morrison and did some window shopping on their main street. Then we went to Colorado Mills Mall and walked the whole mall and did a little bit of shopping. After that, we drove down to Roxborough State Park and drove around on some country roads before ending up on Santa Fe headed for home. Whew! What a day!
Sunday (yesterday), we had church service in a park. It was really nice, followed by a picnic for those that wanted to stay. We came home after eating our picnic. I then got a call from my good friend, Stephanie who was headed to church to make copies, so I rode along and we just chatted and had a nice time. Last night we had a family movie night and watched Tale of Desperaux.
This morning I woke up around 8am and worked on the women's retreat until 1pm. Jason spent the morning getting two truckloads of sand and hauling them to what will be, some day, our new patio. So I went out and helped him level off the sand and lay pavers. It was hot, and very hard work. I was supposed to meet up with another good friend at 4, but realized at 4 that I was still sweaty and sandy and needed a shower. So, jumped in the shower and headed out the door to pick Patti up. Out to church, AGAIN, to make more copies and chat. When we finished we came back to our house. Her hubby and boys met us at the house, and we grilled burgers and hung out. After eating, Patti and I did some more work on the folders for the retreat until they needed to leave. *a little side not....Our friends, Brian and Patti and their boys are the bestest! I love them all soooo much! They are like family to us and I don't know what we'd do without their friendship and love!
After they left I decided to sit on the floor in our family room and fill some little boxes for the retreat. I had them all nicely lined up on the floor, filled and ready to put in a box...when in comes Bella, our new puppy and plowed right through the nicely lined treasure boxes! So, I had to refill each one. But, I got them done and am now sitting at the computer wondering how in the world did we do all that we did in only three days!
So, again, what is the meaning of Labor Day? I really don't care what it is supposed to mean. God blessed us so much this weekend. I had an amazing, long weekend spent with my family and great friends, grilling, hiking, shopping, playing, working, worshipping my Father in Heaven, driving, eating, cleaning, etc. And to end a perfect weekend....I'm headed off to have Calgon take me away! Good night, all! Hope everyone had a super Labor Day weekend, doing whatever makes you happy!
Saturday was a really great day! We started the day off with a really long hike in Castlewood Canyon with our new puppy, Bella. She had a lot of fun, especially playing in the stream along the hiking trail. After our hike, we went and grabbed some food and took it to a great park hidden off the highway. (not sure if anyone knows it's there because there is never anyone there when we go there, which is why we go there). We decided to go home then. Everyone did their thing for a while and then Jason and I decided we didn't want to sit around the house so we drove up to Morrison and did some window shopping on their main street. Then we went to Colorado Mills Mall and walked the whole mall and did a little bit of shopping. After that, we drove down to Roxborough State Park and drove around on some country roads before ending up on Santa Fe headed for home. Whew! What a day!
Sunday (yesterday), we had church service in a park. It was really nice, followed by a picnic for those that wanted to stay. We came home after eating our picnic. I then got a call from my good friend, Stephanie who was headed to church to make copies, so I rode along and we just chatted and had a nice time. Last night we had a family movie night and watched Tale of Desperaux.
This morning I woke up around 8am and worked on the women's retreat until 1pm. Jason spent the morning getting two truckloads of sand and hauling them to what will be, some day, our new patio. So I went out and helped him level off the sand and lay pavers. It was hot, and very hard work. I was supposed to meet up with another good friend at 4, but realized at 4 that I was still sweaty and sandy and needed a shower. So, jumped in the shower and headed out the door to pick Patti up. Out to church, AGAIN, to make more copies and chat. When we finished we came back to our house. Her hubby and boys met us at the house, and we grilled burgers and hung out. After eating, Patti and I did some more work on the folders for the retreat until they needed to leave. *a little side not....Our friends, Brian and Patti and their boys are the bestest! I love them all soooo much! They are like family to us and I don't know what we'd do without their friendship and love!
After they left I decided to sit on the floor in our family room and fill some little boxes for the retreat. I had them all nicely lined up on the floor, filled and ready to put in a box...when in comes Bella, our new puppy and plowed right through the nicely lined treasure boxes! So, I had to refill each one. But, I got them done and am now sitting at the computer wondering how in the world did we do all that we did in only three days!
So, again, what is the meaning of Labor Day? I really don't care what it is supposed to mean. God blessed us so much this weekend. I had an amazing, long weekend spent with my family and great friends, grilling, hiking, shopping, playing, working, worshipping my Father in Heaven, driving, eating, cleaning, etc. And to end a perfect weekend....I'm headed off to have Calgon take me away! Good night, all! Hope everyone had a super Labor Day weekend, doing whatever makes you happy!
Tuesday, September 1, 2009
What is money really worth?
In my bible reading this morning, I was taken to Luke 12. I've read this many times before and love it, but this morning it really hit me. Every where you look, people are struggling financially. BUT, if you read Luke 12, and you trust in God alone, He will take care of you! He takes care of the birds, why wouldn't He take care of His people?
I am not much of a worrier. EXCEPT when it comes to snow. I have no idea why, but I hate to drive in snow, or slick roads. I grew up and learned how to drive in Nebraska, which usually has, first, a nice layer of ice and then snow on the roads. We usually take a trip to the mountains for a youth Winter Retreat in Feb. of every year. Sometimes, I'm asked to drive. A few years ago, I was really praying through the idea of driving in the mountains on snowy roads and I came across this:
"Look at the ravens. They don't need to plant or harvest or put food in barns because God feeds them. And you are far more valuable to him than any birds! Can all your worries add a single moment to your life? Of course not!: Luke 12:24 & 25.
As we left for the winter retreat, I watched the snow clouds over the mountains and was really close to crying the closer we got. As we started up the mountain, it started to snow...HARD! The higher we got, the more snow was packed on the roads. By the time we got to the top, the roads were snowpacked and you could barely see the car in front of you. I really don't remember much of the trip, or what the teenagers were talking about in the back seat, because I prayed the entire way up the mountain. He got me to the top and we had an amazing weekend of worshiping and having a fun time together.
So, why worry! Just put your trust in God, ask Him to get you through whatever is worrying you, and "keep driving" and going forward, into His arms!
We were on our way to church the other day and as we were stopped at a stop sign, I read a bumper sticker on a teenager's car. I can't recall what it said, but it made me feel very blessed that I have Jesus as my saviour! I told my kids that I was glad to know that I'll be in heaven in less than 100 years because this world just keeps getting worse and I'll be living safe in the arms of Jesus. I also told them to be glad they have Jesus in their lives to help them in this world. I can't imagine going through some of the things this world throws at you without having the help from Jesus to get through them!!!
We all take for granted that God is in control of EVERY detail of our lives. Stop and thank Him for his many blessings in your life!
I am not much of a worrier. EXCEPT when it comes to snow. I have no idea why, but I hate to drive in snow, or slick roads. I grew up and learned how to drive in Nebraska, which usually has, first, a nice layer of ice and then snow on the roads. We usually take a trip to the mountains for a youth Winter Retreat in Feb. of every year. Sometimes, I'm asked to drive. A few years ago, I was really praying through the idea of driving in the mountains on snowy roads and I came across this:
"Look at the ravens. They don't need to plant or harvest or put food in barns because God feeds them. And you are far more valuable to him than any birds! Can all your worries add a single moment to your life? Of course not!: Luke 12:24 & 25.
As we left for the winter retreat, I watched the snow clouds over the mountains and was really close to crying the closer we got. As we started up the mountain, it started to snow...HARD! The higher we got, the more snow was packed on the roads. By the time we got to the top, the roads were snowpacked and you could barely see the car in front of you. I really don't remember much of the trip, or what the teenagers were talking about in the back seat, because I prayed the entire way up the mountain. He got me to the top and we had an amazing weekend of worshiping and having a fun time together.
So, why worry! Just put your trust in God, ask Him to get you through whatever is worrying you, and "keep driving" and going forward, into His arms!
We were on our way to church the other day and as we were stopped at a stop sign, I read a bumper sticker on a teenager's car. I can't recall what it said, but it made me feel very blessed that I have Jesus as my saviour! I told my kids that I was glad to know that I'll be in heaven in less than 100 years because this world just keeps getting worse and I'll be living safe in the arms of Jesus. I also told them to be glad they have Jesus in their lives to help them in this world. I can't imagine going through some of the things this world throws at you without having the help from Jesus to get through them!!!
We all take for granted that God is in control of EVERY detail of our lives. Stop and thank Him for his many blessings in your life!
Tuesday, August 25, 2009
Peaceful evenings?
I remember the evenings when the kids would go to bed early on school nights and I would fall asleep in front of the tv or reading a book. I think back at how peaceful our evenings were when the kids were younger and after they went to bed. I have been teasing Jason that I wanted him to go out-of-town for business so the kids and I could have cereal for dinner and I could have the house to myself in the evenings. WHAT?!
Jason left this afternoon for a few days. This entire day has been one thing after another....why would I think this evening would be any different. The second he left I started making dinner, then I had to leave to go get Cody from soccer practice. Came home, ate, cleaned up dinner and thought, I'm going to sit down for a few minutes. Yeah right! Not with an 8 year old in the house along with a new puppy! Sam kept begging me to do something or to watch a movie, the dog was running around yelping and chewing on anything and everything and the kids running after her yelling very loudly, "STOP" or "NO!". It is now 8:30. Peyton has Bella outside to go potty, Sam is upstairs reading and Cody is in his room doing homework. How long will the quiet last? Probably until Peyton comes back in with Bella, Sam is done with homework, or Cody decided he needs to come upstairs to chew on ice. I think I will go run a hot bath, put in some earplugs and let Calgon take me away!
Jason left this afternoon for a few days. This entire day has been one thing after another....why would I think this evening would be any different. The second he left I started making dinner, then I had to leave to go get Cody from soccer practice. Came home, ate, cleaned up dinner and thought, I'm going to sit down for a few minutes. Yeah right! Not with an 8 year old in the house along with a new puppy! Sam kept begging me to do something or to watch a movie, the dog was running around yelping and chewing on anything and everything and the kids running after her yelling very loudly, "STOP" or "NO!". It is now 8:30. Peyton has Bella outside to go potty, Sam is upstairs reading and Cody is in his room doing homework. How long will the quiet last? Probably until Peyton comes back in with Bella, Sam is done with homework, or Cody decided he needs to come upstairs to chew on ice. I think I will go run a hot bath, put in some earplugs and let Calgon take me away!
Wednesday, August 12, 2009
Me time!
It's fall! Well, not yet, but kids are going back to school and that is how the saying goes, "the kids start school in the fall". We have had company for a week and they just left this morning. It's been a crazy few weeks with so much to get done, keeping up with housekeeping, errands, end-of-summer "stuff", concerts, company, etc.
I'm sitting here now, listening to my music, getting home-school stuff in order, invoices ready for work, but no one around to interrupt my thoughts and concentration. I only have one thing on the schedule today...Lunch with a great friend! Oh yeah, and early youth group tonight for the scavenger hunt. At least dinner is provided...one less thing I have to think about.
Don't get me wrong, I enjoyed having company, and I also enjoyed having the kids home for the summer, but it was time to get back into a routine. EVERY time I tried to have quiet time this summer, someone came downstairs to ask me a question, wanted breakfast, etc. I was feeling edgy and grumpy toward the end of summer and I finally realized last week that "things" were getting between me and my relationship with God. So, time to write down what I want in the next few months and really concentrate on them.
1. GOD first
2. Fitness (I really want to focus on feeling better).
The rest of the list I'll have to think on and write down for myself to review.
So, now to go work on these things!
I'm sitting here now, listening to my music, getting home-school stuff in order, invoices ready for work, but no one around to interrupt my thoughts and concentration. I only have one thing on the schedule today...Lunch with a great friend! Oh yeah, and early youth group tonight for the scavenger hunt. At least dinner is provided...one less thing I have to think about.
Don't get me wrong, I enjoyed having company, and I also enjoyed having the kids home for the summer, but it was time to get back into a routine. EVERY time I tried to have quiet time this summer, someone came downstairs to ask me a question, wanted breakfast, etc. I was feeling edgy and grumpy toward the end of summer and I finally realized last week that "things" were getting between me and my relationship with God. So, time to write down what I want in the next few months and really concentrate on them.
1. GOD first
2. Fitness (I really want to focus on feeling better).
The rest of the list I'll have to think on and write down for myself to review.
So, now to go work on these things!
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