"Weekdays"

The Mon-Fri routine is pretty stable here in our home. There is some room for flexibility but mostly revolves around our kids and their stuff and dinner , household chores and responsibilities.
No matter what though I am always impressed by the surprises that often pop up. Sometimes it is a recognition of something new and exciting. I suppose the greatest of all is who it is spent with! Time and time in the past I may have spent some weekdays alone. God was always there but other humans maybe not as much so.
Nowadays I find myself surrounded by wonderful and comforting family, lover and friends! Life has a full and complete feel to it and that is very rewarding!
Verses: Psalm 68: 6 1Tim 5: 3-8

"Weekends"

I sure do look forward to the weekends and time off of our weekly schedule. Getting up at 4:30 am and working 10+ hour shifts are pretty much the norm all week long for the adults in our house.

Laying in bed on Saturday morning and hearing the birds and seeing the sun come up is a pleasant change in the morning ritual. I like that often our schedule on weekends is pretty loose. We have made and do occasionally have plans that require a start time but not always.

Exploring this great planet is a passion and drive for me. There is so much uncharted land and areas to see. Sometimes going back to a familiar place is just as rewarding as the first time. I look forward to many more weekends to come. One of our highlights is attending church and the church family that is there also. Praise God for all our weekends!

Verses: Dt 5; 12 Isaiah 6: 3 Psalm 51: 10-12 Mt 24: 30

"Half Way"

Being that I plan on living to 100, I am about half way there! Doesn't seem like it's been all that long. I hope in the first half that I have learned most of the hard lessons. Maybe the next half is even more of a lesson in life?

My goal is based on health and a desire to experience a full and interesting life. There are so many things I have accomplished, yet so many I have yet to do.

God willing, I will be here for many more years to come. If God should take me home sooner than so be it! All I know is that through it all I have been loved, loved others, cried , laughed and known God! That for me is enough to sustain me from here on out.

"Spring has Sprung"

After a long dreary winter we are all ready for spring. It never ceases to amaze me how we all need and desire warmer temps and greener landscapes. Gods' design of seasons and the transfer of one to another seems very appropriate to human nature.

Winter has its' own beauty and majesty but, spring allows the world to come alive and be refreshed. I think people look forward to hot summer days and warm gentle breezes on their faces.

A renewing of the earth also renews our spirits and attitudes. Some favorite activities only really seem to work in the warmer spring/summer months. I am sure that God has his creation and all its' needs figured out! The seasons just keep it all in balance and inspire us all.

Verses: Psalm 19: 1-2 Job 37 : 14-18 Eccl 3: 11

"Broken or Not"

I am always amazed at how difficult it can be to determine what is broken? Symptoms that are abnormal indicate something is wrong. The trick is to determine if it is broken or not? Maybe it has just changed internally and now acts in a different way?

Maybe there is an actual physical or mental malfunction? Also there is another thing to consider, does it even need or want to be fixed? If it is still performs OK and is functional, maybe it should be left alone? These questions are not always easy to answer.

In our lives things change and life twists and turns. Sometimes the healing and repair comes from time and experience. Other times we may need help but it would seem that our first step would be to ask and accept it. Pray: God: be with us and help us through all our brokenness.

Verses: Isaiah 61: 1 Psalm 147: 3-6 1Peter 2: 23-25

"Mamma Said"

Ever have a day of seemingly unending "OOPS" ? Momma said there would be days like these! Jesus says you will have trials and tribulations also.

Not that an entire day could be filled with problems. More like parts of it seem to be a little more chaotic than others. I suppose at these times we all need to stop and take a breath. Life is screaming past and throwing us a few curve balls.

Mamma was also right in that we should look for the rainbow in the sky. She also took us on these ridiculous hikes over many a hill looking for wild strawberries! We did have fun though( and I think we ate all the strawberries before we got home).

If we are going to have days that test us we will also have days that inspire, lift and fill us with joy and peace. Thank you God for all of our days!

Verses: James 1: 2-4 Matt 6: 34 John 16: 33 Song: " My Mamma Said" by The Shirelles

"The Group Decides"

How many times have we been in a situation that all can't agree on our next move? We may not all be in the same place of our lives. We may feel differently about the next move.

When we are faced with a decision that affects others what do we do? I suppose it becomes a question of maturity and grace. Our choices are to choose for our own desire or consider the rest of those involved. A compromise could be an option also.

A mature and caring leader has to consider the least of all they are with. I don't mean least as in value but least as in ability or preparedness. Then a decision is made and all are protected and safely lead to the groups destination.

God has been like this in our lives we just are not always aware of how often he has adjusted to allow us grace and a safe way home.!! Verses James 5: 7-12 John 3: 16-21