Devotional share: Always with us

Currently, I am doing Billy Graham's Hope for each day devotional. My eyes have been opened and I am put back in my place each day I do this devotional. It's short and sweet but very powerful. I thought I'd share what touched me yesterday. Text is in purple.

Certainly, God is with us in times of distress, and that is a comforting truth. But listen: Jesus wants to be part of every experience and every moment in our lives.

God wants to be apart of the good times and the bad. Most of the time, people turn to Him when something is wrong. Why not celebrate the GOOD too?

But God  is with us in the good times also, and we should thank HIM for them and commit them  to Him just as surely as we do the hard times.

To me, this means that we should have God on our speed dial in good times and in bad. HE is ever present and always with you.

Psalm 84:11 states "No good thing will He withhold from those who walk uprightly."

Include God in your whole life and turn to Him always. 

Accepted yet rough around the edges

I am human and I sin daily. I am also rough around the edges and saved. My life is not perfect and I am far from perfect. I have my qualities I love while others could go away and disappear forever.

Lately, I've been thinking of how decisions that I make will have an effect on someone, somewhere.
I will admit it that I have a wee bit of road rage :) when someone nearly hits my brother on the passenger side. I get angry that people are distracted from the road and could cause so much harm going 70mph.

However, this weekend, I learned that God is in control even more than I realized.

He takes me for who I am and that is a sinner who he accepts day in and out. He accept me for when I sin and say bad words in traffic. He accepts me even if I stray away.

That, in itself, is a huge blessing. I am rough around the edges and not perfect yet I am accepted and loved by God!

He shows me love day in and out even if I am a sinner.

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I'm back & thank you

HOLY MOLY batman! This past week almost took the best out of me. Between our school newspaper getting scammed to my truck and all its insurance drama to little sleep and much stress...I think I survived!

First of all...THANK YOU for your prayers and good vibes sent my way. I really appreciated it! I also needed them. So...THANK YOU!!!

I just, today, finished a 28 page unit for third graders. For a class, I have to teach for four days. My topic is on early colonization of America. We will discuss Native Americans, Explorers, and Pilgrims. I am literally relieved that this darn unit is done. Sitting in front of the computer screen for hours is not my cup of tea and looking at the same darn document for a week is not that fun. But it is mostly over and now comes the fun part...eek!

Short story-my newspaper got a call saying that a company, who had done a full page ad in our paper, was hacked into and the company's credit card was stolen. SO we are now working with the FBI and the company and our newspaper to get everything straightened out. This hit the fan on Wednesday evening.

My truck drama-The insurance companies are now involved and we are going back and forth with communication. That is a whole hassle and blessing in itself.

Stress & Little sleep-I promise you that I will get much more sleep this week. I got all worked up with this 28 page assignment and it took, literally, everything out of me. Since it is now done, I may be more pleasant this week.

A good thing

Life is FULL of surprises, struggles, issues, and MOUNTAINS. This week has been interesting, scary, hellacious, tiring, full, and bright. A few of my friends have been sick and others have suffered loss or destruction in their lives. I have been a walking bunch of emotions...honestly! The sun shines occasionally though and I know HE has a plan and that is a GOOD THING. It is a good thing that HE knows my plan and created it. It is a good thing that HE can provide comfort and support when no one else knows the depth of the mountains in life. It is a good thing...period!

I see nothing wrong with that

** I may spell words wrong, use spell check religiously, and talk my thoughts out...but I see nothing wrong with that!

** I may have to fabric soften all my clothes to make them "soft," read up side down, and have my letters move around the page...but I see nothing wrong with that.

** I may only eat certain foods due to texture/taste, smell my fingers to calm down, or be unable to walk on the balance beam...but I see nothing wrong with that.

** I may loose track of time, have to study 3x as hard as the other college student, or sleep much less...but I see nothing wrong with that.

** I may become frustrated and vent, rant, or gripe, but I see nothing wrong with that.

** I may have Dyslexia, Dysgraphia, Sensory Processing Disorder, Food Allergies, and other issues...but I see nothing wrong with that.

** I may have issues, but I see nothing wrong with that. Everyone has issues!

You may be wondering my point to this whole post and it is simple! I see nothing wrong the way HE made me. Sure I may struggle a little to learn or to understand concepts, but I see nothing wrong with that!

Psalm 139:13-16 states "For you created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother's womb. I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well. My frame was not hidden from you when I was made in the secret place. When I was woven together in the depths of the earth, your eyes saw my unformed body. All the days ordained for me were written in your book before one of them came to be."

I see nothing wrong with the way HE created me! HIS works are WONDERFUL and MIGHTY!

Because it's special

This morning, I attended my church service and sat with the Children's minister's wife. We served communion together, went to the parking lot dedication together, and then went to the church pot-luck lunch together and sat together. As we were chatting away, she asked me if I had ever found a church that I liked in collegetown. I replied "no" and started to give the reasons why. My reasons included the people, the church environment, and a few other factors. I said that my hometown church will always be my one and only church and that there is not any other one that could top it. She agreed and said that this church "is special."

I know that there are several great churches out there with amazing ministries as well. But, I have grown up in this church, made some amazing friends, and have found strength in times of need. My church, in my hometown area, will always be SPECIAL and I LOVE that factor.

Wordful Wednesday

At the foot of the cross...literally! I took this shot last night and the song "At the foot of the Cross" hit me right as I was thinking about this picture. The song is one of my favorites.
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I'll leave you with these words:
Enjoy today
Live life to the fullest
Dream BIG
Follow YOUR Heart
Enjoy your day
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An update & You know what...

Update on grandma: Nothing really new yet. My mom and sister are with her this weekend as my dad/brother leave for a week to attend Boy Scout camp in NM. Dad is a tad, OKAY REALLY, worn out and I am hoping he will get sleep tonight as well as that 12 hour bus ride tomorrow night. My grandfather is the concern right now too as grandma takes care of him. Right now...they are in the best of hands and I hope/pray that they continue to be.
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Okay...now onto some thoughts that I have...please bare w/me as it has been an emotional roller coaster these past couple of days.

** My cousins had a knock-down-drag-out w/words at the hospital the other day and my dad basically said...My mother is sick and I don't need this right now. They had nerve.

** My not nice cousin, you know from grad weekend, told my 2nd cousin that gma is doing great and trying. Well she had 1/2 of it right. Gma is trying but not doing great. LIFE IS NOT all ROSEY! UHHHH...come on...tell the truth!

** I cried on the highway today. It was actually good as it let me get out some of my emotions w/o causing a scene. The lack of sleep, emotional roller coaster kind of gave me a rough time, but by the end of the day; I was much better!

** I am waiting for the day for the phone not to ring at 11pm. Seriously...when that happens...life will be grand! It's okay if it's family, but no one else ;)

Thank you all for your love, prayers, and support. It truly means the world to my family!

Stellan

Many of you are aware that MckMama, Stellan's mama, and her family had a news story reported about them and it aired last night. I totally encourage ALL of you to watch it. HERE is the link. I was a basket case as I watched this sweet story unfold before my very eyes and I wanted to share with you why this sweet family has made a HUGE impact on me!

** In utero, Stellan was supposed to die...but he did not!

** After being born, Stellan was told there was nothing (that the docs could find) wrong with him.

** At four months old, Stellan started having some trouble and the world (via MckMama's blog) prayed! Stellan and MckMama were away from their family for six weeks and the world helped this sweet family out with Care-packages, prayers, blog posts, and whatever else they needed.

** A world of different people from different countries/states/nations came together and PRAYED and PRAYED for this sweetheart and his family. This totally blows me away of how a world of so many could come together and UNITE for this sweetheart. I have been amazed at the support that the MckFamily has received and continues to receive. Stellan's SVT may not be cured, but there are still so many people praying for him. Amazing how HE (God) can bring us all together, make us disregard the little, and PRAY together for Stellan!

If you would have told me that a blog, MckMama's blog, would bring us all together for this little man and on my knees in prayer a year ago, I may have been skeptical, but NOW...I totally understand and believe ANYTHING is possible!

So A-M-A-Z-I-N-G!!!

This is who I am

I got an email the other day and was quite taken back in a good way. It was from a friend emails me often just to encourage and tell me how great I am. No, I am not bragging; this is just the way sweet Terry is! She told me that I was amazing, special, and a true gift from God. It was just what I needed to hear since this email came last week during my hell hellacious week.

Some people need to hear that they are special. Some people need to be reminded, like me. Some people just need that reassurance that they are loved and some need to be told that they are loved for the first time. This is real people. Some people just need to be reminded that they are God's creation, they have a plan in store for them, and they will succeed at anything they do.

I did a bunch of thinking over the weekend and have come to some conclusions about who I am in God's eyes and I thought I would share. I am a child of the Heavenly Father. HE made me in my mother's womb and I am eternally grateful. I have been put on this earth for a reason. God has a plan in place for me. I may not know HIS specific plan right now, but will eventually. I may stray from HIS path, put he leads me back and puts me in my place. HE gives me strength through my struggles, triumphs, and life lessons. HE is my STRENGTH, my life, and my Heavenly Father! I am so grateful HE gave me life and made me WHO I AM!

I'm back and have LOTS to say

Just as a warning...this will be a long post. There is so much I want/need to say and I have decided just to put it all in one post.

As many of you know, this past week was the most hellacious week of the semester. To top it off, on Friday morning my lesson plans and every single activity was lost on my computer. I went to bed at 3:30am and woke up at 6:30 and they were gone. Yes, I searched every file and temporary file, but to no avail, they were GONE. So the tears really flowed. As a last attempt, I madly tried to retype every single one. But I could not do it all in time. You see I have four classes in a ROW on M-W-F and did not have enough time. The professor was actually really nice and gave the entire class a break. They will be due next week and I was so excited and glad that he was so nice. I know I cried for some of the morning because I was so scared something would happen, but worst of my thoughts did not happen.

This past week I also had another first. I went on 3hours of sleep in two days. Let me tell ya, I slept for 14 hours last night and needed every single second of sleep. This was an extreme that had to be done, but I will try never to do this again. I have pulled all nighters in my life, but this was just too much. Oh and to all you mamas out there, I will get some more sleep tonight and get plenty of rest this week.

Finals are this coming week. I have SIX, yes six, of them. I am devoting tomorrow afternoon from 3 on in the library as I prepare for them. The library has become my second home lately as I have been spending 20+ hours in this place. The staff actually know me by name and welcome me "home" as I walk through the doors. Some have seen me each and everyday this week!

Learning about what life has in store for me has been trying this week. I had many moments were I wondered "why me" but, for some reason, I felt at peace each and every time. There were extreme moments when I was anxious, worried, or stressed, but I know I felt God's grace and hands on me through out the week. I also felt your prayers. There were times when I said "I can't do this" or "I am stressed to my max" and felt relief immediately. I can't explain it, but I wanted to say THANK YOU for all the prayers. I really appreciate your help this past week. Knowing that I can do things and accomplish goals are amazing things.

Next weekend, I am moving. So two days after my finals and two days before Maymester starts, I am moving. The reasons include rat infestation and bad neighbors. I will not go into why they are bad, but it is just a bad situation overall. I have friends moving me on Saturday and I am very excited. I have the boxes, tape, and bags and will pack this week.
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Now onto my opinion about two things. Please know that these are MY opinions:

Swine flu: I understand the affect of this, but the media and all its hype is WAY TOO MUCH! The media is supposed to inform and not make people hysterical. The US is a little on the hysterical side right now. Yes this virus is airborne, but there is help for those who fall victim to this virus.

World's Meanest Parents and Nanny 911: This Saturday night I watched Nanny 911 and World's Meanest Parents. I have to say that I am shocked with the kids' behavior on Nanny 911. Most kids, while they are little, have a schedule and those who are lacking one, usually act out or crave attention. When kids have a schedule they know what will happen, for the most part, next. Yes kids still misbehave on occasion, but not near as much. It is amazing how some kids are acting before a nanny from Nanny 911 comes in! Worlds Meanest Parents is about 2 teens, each different, weekly who go to a new home of strict parents and their own family. There the teens learn respect and discipline from loving, yet strict parents. The parents are strict, yet fair. The teens that visit are usually smokers/drinkers/out of control. These parents guide the teens and let them know how to behave. Trust is talked about and the teenagers learn what it means when they lose privileges. Overall...I believe that Worlds Meanest Parents is a GREAT idea.
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My family raised me to be honest and understanding of people. Trust was also a huge issue in our household and each child lost trust by lying or doing something wrong. I did, as a kid, struggle with telling the truth. I have learned that the truth sometimes hurts, but is the best thing. Having that support system of family help me through my truthful struggles is very comforting and great, in my opinion. Yes, everyone struggles here and there, but being disciplined to be able to recognize that is huge. Everyday there is a struggle, but with support; anything is possible and doable.

I have learned that I am also so BLESSED by family and friends (bloggers included). It felt so good to be able to read your comments throughout the week. You have no idea how special they made me feel. Sometimes, there are times when I want to quit but you gave me strength and I am very grateful! Thanks again!

I will be back tomorrow for a special post to my sister as well as on Monday for Not Me Monday as MckMama has said she will be posting NMM. I am now excited for Monday :) Hope this post was not too, too long! Hope you and your family are having a great weekend!

I wonder why...

I wonder why people are cruel to others...
I wonder why parents don't parent their children...
I wonder why kids do not understand certain concepts...
I wonder why HE gave his life for me...
I wonder why HE is the ultimate power and authority...
I wonder why so much bad happens in the world...
I wonder why HE blesses some and not others...
I wonder why I am given strength to live each day beside HIM...
I wonder why people do not love their neighbors...
I wonder why children are abandoned and/or abused...
I wonder why some children have harder lives than others...
I wonder why babies have to suffer...
I wonder why some children will never know HIM...
I wonder why Jesus Christ suffered pain for my sins...
I wonder why/how HE knew I would sin...

There are so many wonders in the world and I do not have the answers. I wish I could explain all of my wonders; yet I can not. An unforeseen event occurred tonight and I will not go into it. This event caused me to write this post. I can not answer every problem with a solution since I am not the ULTIMATE God. HE does know all the answers and over the next few days I plan to dive deeper into HIS word to find meaning to some of my wonders.

Wordful Wednesday: Giving HIM the glory

After an eventful evening and long sleepless night, I could not stop thinking about my "prayer list" and all of those who need and crave daily prayers. Some songs came to mind and I thought I would share a few...

>> "To God be the glory for the things he hath done"
>> "Rise and Shine and give God the glory glory"
>> "Holy, Holy, Holy"
>> "Come and go with me to my Father's house"

These are just a few songs that have been on repeat all night long in my head. No particular reason, just because. I also seem to have accumulated quite a list of prayer requests over the weeks and they sure keep me noticing all the sickness and turmoil in lives each day. The only thing that I can do well is pray for each family and I fully intend and will do so.

Some people may not understand that life is just so precious and pure. I believe that we, as people, are given life by the HEAVENLY FATHER and it is the best gift that anyone can receive and accept. I have accepted the fact that HE gave me life; now I will do my best to live according to HIS plan for me!

Psalm 138:6-8 states "Though the LORD is on high, he looks upon the lowly, but the proud he knows from afar. Though I walk in the midst of trouble, you preserve my life; you stretch out your hand against the anger of my foes, with your right hand you save me. The LORD will fulfill his purpose for me; your love, O LORD, endures forever— do not abandon the works of your hands."

Jeremiah 29:11 states "For I know the plans I have for you," declares the LORD, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future."

Have a wonderful Wednesday

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Surrounded and amazed

Words can not express my deepest Sympathy for the MckFamily during their troubling times. Sweet Stellan continues to fight for his life and I sit back amazed. There are a few reasons I am amazed and I thought I would share them. Stellan has brought "us" all together through the power of prayer. He has us down on our knees praying and holds us on the edge of our seats as we wait for his mama, MckMama, to post new updates via blog and twitter. Sweet Stellan, you are in my thoughts and prayers each moment of the day! Fight sweet boy FIGHT!

HE has a "path" for Stellan and only HE knows. I know HE will provide through triumph and struggles...but the waiting game is tough. I find myself thinking of Stellan ALL the time. He has become a constant prayer and thought. Stellan continues to fight for his life and all we can do as a whole is pray. This sweet boy has brought us together and I believe "we" are supporting this sweet boy the best way we can...by using our faith to PRAY.

Psalm 139:13-16 states For you created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother's womb. I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well. My frame was not hidden from you when I was made in the secret place. When I was woven together in the depths of the earth, your eyes saw my unformed body. All the days ordained for me were written in your book before one of them came to be.

Psalm 59:16-17 states But I will sing of your strength, in the morning I will sing of your love; for you are my fortress, my refuge in times of trouble. O my Strength, I sing praise to you; you, O God, are my fortress, my loving God.

Philippians 4:13 states I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.

Sweet Stellan...you have already shown that you are a FIGHTER! You show your strength as you struggle for life. You amaze me sweet boy! Fight Sweet Stellan FIGHT!

A few new things

A bunch has happened over the past few days and I wanted to fill you in a bit. First, I have added a prayer button on the top of my posts to the prayer vigil website for Stellan. I am amazed at how our blogging community has pulled together. A friend today asked me why I cared so much today about sweet Stellan since I was constantly checking my tweets and dashboard. I told her that Stellan's mama has brought us together through her blog and all I can do right now is PRAY. I am upholding my end of the bargain.
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Secondly, I received my Pay It Foward prize from Amanda and IKEA prize from Tobi. A post will come sometime later this week!
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Thirdly, this week has brought a break through with the teacher I was having difficulties trials struggles with. I actually enjoyed my art class on Tuesday night too. We had a conversation and understand on Monday afternoon as well. After an hour of discussion, I am hoping that the last 6 weeks are bearable and great...I WILL BE OPTIMISTIC! THANK YOU for all of your sweet and encouraging comments through this hurdle as well.
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A few songs lyrics that I have mixed for how life's events are going:
GOD is in control
HE will raise your up on Eagle's wings
HOLD you in the palm of HIS hand
Shining in the light of HIS glory
This is the day
HE lives in me
I am a child of GOD

Struggling with MY FAITH

For about a month, I have been struggling. I am finally ready to let you know why. About two months ago, I had to quit my Sunday job at a church. I believe that I lost a piece of my heart then. Yes I had to because of my 19 course hours, but it has been tough. Each Sunday, I would talk and get my feelings/concerns out in the open and get advice. I have struggled to find a good church to attend from then on, I have struggled because I miss my home church, and I have just been struggling with my faith. I am working on it and trying to get back on the "bandwagon," but it has just been a hurdle. There are so many questions that can not be answered and I am trying to understand and grasp that HE has a reason/plan for everyone. I do believe that God's plan for me is to teach/work with SPED, but getting through the hurdles of life is the tough part.

All I am asking from you is that you keep me in your thoughts and prayers as I face my FAITH hurdles face on. I have never ever been told life is easy and I do not expect that. I expect and hope to follow HIS plan for me. I do know that IT WILL GET BETTER, but right now I am in the middle of it and struggling. I want it to get better, but I do believe that this issue may take TIME. I may not like it, but that is my life and situation right now. My ultimate goal is to Follow HIM through thick and thin and that is what I am going for. I remind myself of the quote "Never, never, never give up" and I keep telling myself that over and over again. Thank you for the thoughts and prayers in advance. They truly make my day special!
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On a lighter note, remember to wear green today!!!

Happy St. Patrick's Day!!!!

TGIF

THANK GOODNESS IT'S FRIDAY!!!!

I have come to realize that my schedule is just going to be tough this semester and I am OKAY with that. I am learning to trust my boundaries and let a few things go...just a little bit. I am learning that kickin' the feet up is a good thing. I am learning to trust HIM!!! He has a plan that I will stumble upon and LOVE.

TGIF

Life happens: the Update

WARNING: I have bunches to say and this will be a VERY long post. Grab something to sip on and pull up a chair.

Why is it that this semester (3 weeks down 13 to go) has been REALLY tough already? Seriously! My life has been turned upside down in a blink of an eye and I am actually adjusting well. Had an iceday on Tuesday and that kind of threw the whole organized and scheduled person off a tad. But at the end of the day, I enjoyed being able to chill!

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I have had a few thoughts this week about the teacher program that I am in and the students who are wanting to be teachers: (warning: venting will occur a little :))

** Stop being lazy...SERIOUSLY...if you want to be a teacher, then you have to stop complaining about the work and just do it! Do not make the work more because you don't like it. (Had a few students make the teacher change her mind more than once and I did 51 notecards for one chapter that I DO NOT need now)...ugh!

** Attitudes need to improve greatly. I have heard for the umpteenth time that Dr. H is awful or Dr. S needs to give it a rest. Give me a break people. The people who are preparing us for out teacher exams have taken them and are qualified. Yes some may be annoying or difficult to work with, but SO WHAT? Life is so much more than complaints.

** RESPECT: When someone is talking, do not talk while they are talking. Also, while a teacher (TRAINED PROFESSIONAL) is teaching, LISTEN...I am so tired of future teachers giving little to no appreciation for education. Seriously!!! Remember the do onto others rule in early childhood, well it still applies.

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I have learned to reevaluate my priorities. Being someone who needs to stay busy; I tend to overlook my PACKED schedule and pile on so much. Well this week, I learned to say no and stick to my guns about it. Classes are going well this semester (so far)! I really like my professors and enjoyed an ice day on Tuesday as well. I am interested in how this semester will turn out since I am doing some of my major work (Early Childhood-6th and Special Ed). Some subjects will be more interesting than others-granted. But I am up for the challenge. This weekend's homework schedule will surely be my challenge and the procrastinating oppurtunity will be thrown out of the window this weekend :) Next week already looks busy and it's only the weekend before :/

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There is this guy in one of my classes and he flaps his lips at the wrong times. Well, I am learning to deal with him and his very UNIQUE personality. He mumbles, goes off topic, and is a normal, 20-something year old guy. Even though I get a little ticked when he goes off topic to stall, I am learning to deal with him and not let him get to me like he did last semester! This is my goal: Do not let Mr. W get to me as much this semester. I am learning that it does no good what so ever to get mad at him. It only stresses me out more, and I have no extra room for extra stress.

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** My heart has been deeply saddened with Tuesday's diagnoses and prognosis. Click on TUESDAY to pray for her family. Tuesday lost her battle today.

** One of my blogging friends Jen has quad boys whose 2nd birthday is on Monday. Well, one of the boys, Clark, is in the PICU with breathing difficulties. Jen has been a HUGE supporter of mine and now needs prayers for Clark. Suz, a fellow quad mama, has updated on her blog since the Murray Crew is in the PICU. Check out SUZ's blog for more information!!!!! Click on MURRAY CREW to find out more soon.

** Nonni is still recovering from being in the hospital and your prayers are very appreciated :)

** One sweet little girl, Abby, is fighting hard against leukemia and her struggle at age 3 is incredible. Click on ABBY to learn more!

My heart aches as children are having to fight off disease after disease. Hoping that EVERYONE gets well soon and stays well.

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One of my favorite quotes is by Winston Churchill and it states, "Never, never, never give up." Life is filled with CHALLENGES and STRUGGLES, but giving up will NOT solve anything. Thanks for all the sweet comments this week and supporting me! EVERY single one made my day so special!!!!

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Hope you had a wonderful Friday and have a great weekend! Not Me Monday will be in full swing at the beginning of the week and do I have a few things I MUST share then. So stay tuned for that on Monday!!!!

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Have a wonderful weekend

Nationally Changing

Today, America will swear in the 44th President of the United States. Aside from my/your beliefs, this day will go down in history. One because Obama is the 44th President and two because he is black...as the first black President. I wish his presidency well and I will continue to pray for our nation as the change occurs.

If you have reservations about this presidency, pray. If you don't like a decision that will be made in the future, pray! All, I can do as a Christian, is pray and that is what I intend to do!

Happy Inauguration Day

Thankful Thursday...and 300th post

Good morning everyone! Hope your day is going well...mine is better than yesterday's too. Even though my previous post was sad, I will try to make this one happier...here I go!
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I realized this morning that Coleman's soul is now with Jesus and that just warms my heart more than you can imagine. During my 20 years, I have lost many in my life. Some were friends, some were family, and some I just knew by association. Many are now looking down on us now and smiling because they see with Jesus/God that we are well and happy...most of the time! I have lost 2 aunts to cancer and hopefully they agree with the plan I am on. Cheryl and Penny meant so much to me and I am in awe of their strength that they fought with. I am in awe of all that Coleman fought with!
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Today marks my 300th post and I am amazed in the fact that I have already written 300...time sure does fly by...does it not? Beth Moore once stated "Where in the Bible does it say life will be easy? If it does, show me...I would love to know." I have to say that life is not easy sometimes, but other times, it just shines. I am amazed what this bloggy world has done for me. I have created and gained friendships, I have grown to love sharing my stories, I have grown to love many children, and my relationship with God through many of you has strengthened. YOU have encouraged, put me in my place, and just showered me with support and I am very grateful!
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Now onto Thankful Thursday:
** I am thankful for Coleman Larson being with Jesus now! His fight on earth may have ended...but he no longer suffers!
** I am thankful for the time I have spent at home lately...I needed it and am so grateful for my family and friends!
** I am thankful for the troops overseas who risk their lives to fight for America!
** I am thankful for my home Church (FUMC Grapevine) and how special it makes me feel.
** I am thankful for those people who guide me and make lives easier!
** I am thankful for those who protect and serve America.
** I am thankful for the people at HSU who make me feel like family and make me feel special on a daily basis!
** I am thankful for life and all that God has blessed me with!!!!
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So today is a long post and many things have been written. Thank you for reading and always being there with your comments...they really do make my day.

Hope you have a great Thursday!!!