So, my sister was in San Antonio this past weekend for volleyball meetings and such. She was on a shuttle, struck up a conversation, and the person she is talking to ends up being an old friend of mine from my days working FCA camps. How crazy is that?!?! I am so excited since it's someone I have not spoken with in a long time and somehow lost contact with over the years (I hate how that happens). I had to call two other "FCA buds" and tell them my story, and they were as in awe as I was. My family has always teased me that I know too many people, which I don't think is possible, and I guess this helps support their case. Regardless, I am happy my sis struck up a conversation, and without knowing it, found an old friend for me (what a great big sister she is!). I'm anxious to hear what's happened to him over the years and see where God is taking him now. Oh the adventures in this thing called life!
My bud Lisa informed me her mother has cancer, which they found out a month after Lisa's younger brother was killed in a car wreck (you guessed it, I'm gonna need you to pray for them). Lisa encouraged me throughout our conversation though, speaking of God's goodness and protection throughout this time. God is definitely in the midst of her family, and I pray his peace and love surrounds them. From what Lisa said, her mom will start chemo this week (or next, I can't remember right now), and they hope the tumors will shrink after 4-6 weeks. They're also praying that she's in remission within 6 months, so be specific in your praying!
This past Sunday, I got to hug my hero, Peggy. I love her so much! It really does amaze me how beautiful she is and how she glows even as she's going through chemo. What is her secret?!?! I don't have those qualities about me now! I should just spend more time with her, ask if she'd disciple me (when she's feeling good) and teach me the secrets she knows. More than anything, it's just good to wrap my arms around my friend and feel God's goodness through her.
And with that, my eyes have begun to fill with tears because my heart aches for these trials my friends are facing, and because I cannot physically help them or remove their pain from them. However, God is the great healer, the great comforter, and the one who knows the number of hairs on our heads. So, maybe I'll just leave that to Him, and be thankful that He's opened my eyes to witness His power to calm His people while the storms rage on.
In three and a half days we'll be with my family, and I cannot wait. Until next time my friends...
Dec 19, 2005
Dec 15, 2005
Will it ever end?!?!?!
Four and a half more days, just four and a half more days. That is how much longer I must endure school until the Christmas break. Why we have three FULL days rather than half days next week is way beyond me, but that's what we must suffer through. The district seems to think the kids need a 45 minute study period and a small break before each and every test they take. It is RIDICULOUS! What kid is going to study in that time? Not one of them I tell you, not a blessed one of them. But back to my point, at some time on Thursday, the kids will walk out of the building, and so will I. In one week and one day, Andy and I will be on a plane to Texas...and that is good news! I am not sure who is more anxious, me or my niece Cailey. Regardless, it's good to be loved.
The Christmas cards are finally ready to be mailed (hey, my Christmas shopping has been done for weeks, back off). If you don't get one, sorry, it's probably because I don't have current addresses for some people, and I just don't have enough money to mail cards to everyone God has blessed my life with. I suppose that's a good thing, having more friends I love than I do cards to mail. But anyway, do not be angry with me, just know you are all thought of.
This weekend I plan to paint our living room. Notice, I plan on it, but let's not hold our breath. It needs to get done, it should get done, but I just cannot say for sure if it will get done. If my "recruits" come to help, then I am quite positive the living room will be painted. If they don't, who knows. It usually helps if I have others around to motivate me into action...pitiful I know. If that does happen, we may even go really crazy and actually hang pictures on the wall (watch out, I'm out of control now!!! ha ha).
Remember to pray for Peggy, my sweet sweet friend who is fighting cancer. I love seeing her face at church, being able to hug her (and let me tell you, she gives some good hugs!), and seeing her and Stu together. I want to be like them when I grow up, should I ever grow up. But anyway, I now have a greater desire to prepare for bedtime than I do type. I pray you all are doing well and the approaching holidays are a source of joy rather than stress.
The Christmas cards are finally ready to be mailed (hey, my Christmas shopping has been done for weeks, back off). If you don't get one, sorry, it's probably because I don't have current addresses for some people, and I just don't have enough money to mail cards to everyone God has blessed my life with. I suppose that's a good thing, having more friends I love than I do cards to mail. But anyway, do not be angry with me, just know you are all thought of.
This weekend I plan to paint our living room. Notice, I plan on it, but let's not hold our breath. It needs to get done, it should get done, but I just cannot say for sure if it will get done. If my "recruits" come to help, then I am quite positive the living room will be painted. If they don't, who knows. It usually helps if I have others around to motivate me into action...pitiful I know. If that does happen, we may even go really crazy and actually hang pictures on the wall (watch out, I'm out of control now!!! ha ha).
Remember to pray for Peggy, my sweet sweet friend who is fighting cancer. I love seeing her face at church, being able to hug her (and let me tell you, she gives some good hugs!), and seeing her and Stu together. I want to be like them when I grow up, should I ever grow up. But anyway, I now have a greater desire to prepare for bedtime than I do type. I pray you all are doing well and the approaching holidays are a source of joy rather than stress.
Dec 5, 2005
Oh Christmas tree, oh Christmas tree...and a woman named Peggy
Go ahead, hate me. I am done Christmas shopping! Hold on while I do a few steps of my happy dance....Andy and I even mailed off gifts for his family Saturday. How about that? Oh wait, I should not bask in my own glory too long, I still have Christmas cards to do. No big deal, I can do that by the end of the week (or by the beginning of next). The problem is, now I have no reason to go out to all the fun little stores. It's too much of a temptation, I will want to buy more! I will restrain myself, and make myself finish painting the house or something like that (I'd much rather be buying gifts for people). Thanks to my friend Amanda, I finished up my shopping on Sunday. Plus, it was great to spend some time with her!
I was speaking to my niece the other day, and she told me, "I just can't wait three weeks to see you." AMEN SISTER! I feel the same way. Andy and I will head out on the 23rd, and it seems like an eternity away. Cailey also informed that she needs me to be there because she doesn't get into trouble as much (that's because everyone is yelling at me for causing all the chaos....I call it fun!) and that her little sister is "awful cute". She even asked if I could just fly out there early because she really wasn't sure she could wait three weeks. If only I could! Needless to say, I'm ready to see her and the rest of the family.
My first, and probably my only, Christmas party was this past Saturday. The women's ministry servant team had a gathering, and what fun it was. We did an ornament exchange that involved being able to steal gifts from one another. I had a great time picking on Lonnie, sadly, I found great joy in her pained expressions as I whisked items out of her hands. Laura hosted one heck of an event, as always, filled with good food and beautiful decorations. It was fun for all...and Ellen was nice enough to fix a sweater of mine for me (it was a good night all around!). The only downside to the night was that Peggy could not join us. She is currently fighting breast cancer, and let me just tell you, I believe Peggy is going to win this battle!
Peggy is my hero, she truly is. She is one of the most beautiful women I have ever met, and has a grace about her that blows my mind. I know the cancer she is facing can beat her up, and I'm sure she has moments where she wants to kick and scream and rage against life, but her faith in God has not faultered. She is an example of walking out one's faith, especially when one's world seems to fall apart. Peggy is a woman of beauty, just as God has intended each of us to be. She just seems to show it off better than the rest of us. She, and her husband, bless Andy and I in a multitude of ways. Peggy reminds me that God is good, He is faithful, and He is a wonderful Father.
And with that, as often as you think of it, pray for Peggy and her family. I am confident God is going to restore her body 100% and that her ministry will reach even more than it already does as she shares of God's healing power. Blessings to you all.
I was speaking to my niece the other day, and she told me, "I just can't wait three weeks to see you." AMEN SISTER! I feel the same way. Andy and I will head out on the 23rd, and it seems like an eternity away. Cailey also informed that she needs me to be there because she doesn't get into trouble as much (that's because everyone is yelling at me for causing all the chaos....I call it fun!) and that her little sister is "awful cute". She even asked if I could just fly out there early because she really wasn't sure she could wait three weeks. If only I could! Needless to say, I'm ready to see her and the rest of the family.
My first, and probably my only, Christmas party was this past Saturday. The women's ministry servant team had a gathering, and what fun it was. We did an ornament exchange that involved being able to steal gifts from one another. I had a great time picking on Lonnie, sadly, I found great joy in her pained expressions as I whisked items out of her hands. Laura hosted one heck of an event, as always, filled with good food and beautiful decorations. It was fun for all...and Ellen was nice enough to fix a sweater of mine for me (it was a good night all around!). The only downside to the night was that Peggy could not join us. She is currently fighting breast cancer, and let me just tell you, I believe Peggy is going to win this battle!
Peggy is my hero, she truly is. She is one of the most beautiful women I have ever met, and has a grace about her that blows my mind. I know the cancer she is facing can beat her up, and I'm sure she has moments where she wants to kick and scream and rage against life, but her faith in God has not faultered. She is an example of walking out one's faith, especially when one's world seems to fall apart. Peggy is a woman of beauty, just as God has intended each of us to be. She just seems to show it off better than the rest of us. She, and her husband, bless Andy and I in a multitude of ways. Peggy reminds me that God is good, He is faithful, and He is a wonderful Father.
And with that, as often as you think of it, pray for Peggy and her family. I am confident God is going to restore her body 100% and that her ministry will reach even more than it already does as she shares of God's healing power. Blessings to you all.
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