A Lifetime of Love

I am trying so hard to "decorate" my blog for Christmas but to no avail. I have no idea how to change the background colors or anything. I found a neat header I want to use but it just doesn't go with the white background I currently have. Anyone who is willing to help me, I would greatly appreciate it!

I try to read my Bible every day (I set aside time during the kids’ nap time) and I try to read the chapter in Proverbs that corresponds with the day of the month. For example, today I read Proverbs 19. I have been doing this for several months, so this is not new material for me. Yet, for some reason today, the words in verse 3 seemed to jump off the page at me. I don’t know why they seem so clear to me. Here’s what is says: “A man’s own folly ruins his life, yet his heart rages against the Lord.” That is so true! I know in the past, before I learned I needed to have the mind of God, that I felt that way at times. Think about all the stupid decisions, mistakes, etc. we have made, I have made, and how God receives the blame. Also think about all the blessings He bestows on us yet we take the credit. I know not every bad thing that happens to a person is because of a foolish decision, but in most cases, this is true. Think about drug users. They make a foolish decision to do so, and the...

Call me crazy or weird or strange, but just because all kids do it doesn't mean I have to like it. . . or accept it! Just before bed this evening, as I was laying with Th talking about the upcoming week, he casually mentioned to me that every morning, upon entering his class, he tells his teacher he will not pick his nose. He said he didn't like telling her that because he wanted to pick his nose. I tried my best to not even hint at a smile because he was very serious as he told me this. In a controlled voice I simply explained that nose picking is not socially acceptable nor appropriate, and more importantly, germs live in noses; he could get sick from picking his nose and then doing what most kids do (I'll refrain from continuing, but if you don't know to what I am referring, spend a few minutes kidwatching and you'll quickly figure it out!) He agreed and said he'd try his best not to pick his nose tomorrow at school. I hope he's able to control himself a...

As if I don’t have enough on my plate, I am praying about adding another HUGE undertaking. Last week while driving to school, I heard a radio interview with a man, named Carroll Moore, who is attempting to take as many WWII Veterans in my county as possible to see their Memorial in Washington, DC. I immediately knew it was something I wanted to help with, and I pray the Lord allows it. As a Veteran, this is near and dear to my heart. I called him today to discuss his needs and hung up both excited and overwhelmed. His list of needs is many, but that is where I think you as my blogging friends can help. First I’ll give you the facts, then I’ll list the needs and ways you can support this worthy cause. There needs to be a sense of urgency in moving forward because: Approximately 16 million Americans answered the call to arms in WWII. 400,000 made the ultimate sacrifice An estimated 3 million are alive today, BUT they are dying at an estimated 1,200 to 1,500 PER DAY! The youngest of thes...

Having a contraction. . . (natural labor/delivery- no drugs!) 10 days old. . . 3 months old. . . 6 months old. . . 9 months old. . . Happy Birthday to You! Happy Birthday to You! Happy Birthday Dear T.G.! Happy Birthday to You! Today T.G. is 1! I can't believe it; I remember when I found out I was pregnant how scared and worried I was about having children so close in age (Ta and T.G. are 19 months apart). It took a very long time for reality to set in, and thankfully the Lord has blessed me with a very sweet, laid-back, easy-going baby. She has brought so much joy into my life, our lives, and I have difficulty remembering before she was born. I look forward to sharing in this next year of her life as it will be characterized with many more "firsts": walking, talking, and so much more! I love you baby girl!

By the way, I added some new links under "My Favorites." When you get a chance, check them out as I feel they will be helpful to many.

I cannot believe October has passed! T.G.'s first birthday is fast-approaching, and I am a little saddened. My baby is growing too fast! I posted some pictures from this past month, including Halloween. I love looking at the pictures, especially seeing the smiles on the faces of the residents in the nursing home; it is nothing short of sheer joy at seeing the children in their costumes. Th was a robot, Ta was Piglet, and T.G. was a pumpkin. I made her costume for $2.40 and I am really proud of myself. It's not the best in the world, but considering I didn't have a pattern and had to make one on my own, it turned out pretty good. It was a little big, but I knew it would be: I used Th as my mannequin because the only opportunity I had to sew was while she was napping. The picture is difficult to see, but I even sewed some green leaves out of felt for her hair. Oh, I wanted to update about school from a few weeks ago. I found out I need 2 classes in order to get my Elementa...