my dancing girls...

Today was Whitney and Kelsey's first dance recital rehearsal. Tomorrow is their first recital. I was so proud and they love it especially Whitney.
I am thankful for though those who work so hard to put this production and I think these kids are amazing.

feeling very productive today...

I cant believe i got all my laundry done folded and put away!!!! Its been months since that has happened now to keep it managed. wow that is a job in its self. I actaully was able to get aq couple blankets and such washed that needed it desparately. Its a great feeling to get evertyhing done plus some extra chores in there today. I have however been learning a lot of patience in all this because i used to be a mad women trying to get it done and i missed so many moments with my kids because i was focused on the work and not paying attention to the little things. i am learning to slow down a little bit.

another homeschool decision

We made the decision to pull whitney from school and homeschool her as well. We were blessed with the ciriculum for switched on schoolhouse. I love having my girl home so i can pour into her and her sister instead of others and other influences that are less than i would want for her. I love the facts that i can reconnect with her cuz i feel as though we have drifted a little because of outside influences and such. I have a lot of work ahead of me and even more self dicsipline on my part as far discipline and scheduling. I have gotten better but still have room for improvement. I do have to say that i am excited about this new chapter......

Oh thank you Jesus

Praise Him

*update* Baby Boy Joshua David was born at at about 5pm 5lbs 11oz. 19in long and about 2 weeks early. Mom, Dad and Baby are all doing wonderful. *




My other cousin Bethany is currently at Genesys Hospital Dilated to 7 and contractions 3 min apart( as of about 12:30). So please keep her lifted up in prayer. Aunt Wendy would be so proud right now and i know that she is watching from above for her 1st grandbaby. I will keep you posted.


My cousin Leah had her sweet little baby Girl this morning about 7am. 8lb 10oz 21 inches Name Alora Kate

Oh and i thought this was cool When i was talking to my mom on facebook she pointed out this fact:

today is the 5th in bible numbers it means grace!!!!!! yes it does and with two new babies.



I also got this post on Facebook today as well. Prayer request for a dear friend: Here is the post

lift up Connor Scott in prayer. He is on his way to emergency. He said his chest was hurting, collapsed and started turning blue. This sweet little man is 4 years old. We are praying Connor.....

soon after his momma Rachael posted::::

update. connor is smiling and being goofy...has a bruise starting on his chest...he said he ran into table at this point we are not sure if he did internal damage under his chest...keep prayers coming.

We are still praying for him and like I said above Grace. I will give updates when i get them.

attention scrapbookers

www.paulapickles.com/


This is my moms site. She is really really talented. She has done all of my books for me and I love every one of them.

check her out..............

Love this!!!!

I heard this song today for the first time and I loved it. It really spoke to me.


It lifted me up cuz I do not know what i did to my back but I am in a lot of pain and I have been for a couple of weeks but today has been especially bad.

Wrap the Homeless

I look forward to this every year. I love going and blessing others and this is a great opportunity to do so and get the whole family involved. It is really eye-opening to see the hardship in each face and realize that each one has a story and more importantly is loved by God. The tears are so real, the thank yous sincere and the hugs so warm. The smiles of hope resignates with every hello and smile given. honestly i dont know who was blessed more us or them. I think that there were over 400 people that stood outside waiting for coats, clothes, toiletries and such. My heart was so burdened and really i with everything i am going through i still have so much to be thankful for.

missing trying to understand

tomorrow will be one month since my aunt passed away and i cannot tell you how much we all miss her and almost in shock that she is gone. We know that she is completely healed and having some great conversation and such with those who have gone on before her. I cant help but question the timing and why did God allowed her to endure the pain and cancer that took her to be with him. I know that it we may never know and His ways far supersede our understanding. i just really want to understand cuz quite honestly i dont and i find myself questioning and praying why?????

Noah funny.........

My mom posted this video on facebook.

I had seen it before but didn't recognize it at first but i watched it with Kelsey and Noah. It actually scared Kelsey somewhat and I had to explain to them that when Jesus comes He is going to take his to heaven and tried explain to them that in heaven we will have a mansion streets made of gold and all sorts of things like that. Of course Noah was so excited. He asked me yesterday
Mom in Godland is God gold. which i said no. then he asked Mom in Godland can i ask God if i can go to walmart and buy gold toys? Too funny.

answer..

I have been feeling a little overwhelmed today with some issues tugging at my heart. I came across this video and well enough said!!!!!!!

Destiny......

Pastor has been talking and teaching about dreaming and purpose. I guess this is where all the past few posts have stem from kinda. I have been thinking a lot lately about purpose and such.
one of the things that pastor said that really stuck with me is this phrase.

If it kills you, if it thrills you, then it fills you!!!! meaning that if the thing breaks your heart but also gives you joy to do it then it is most likely your calling. I have been about this for me and my life asking for a revelation. i starting jotting some things down and i seriously think i have it.

I dont want to go to too much info yet because i am still seeking God on the fullness of this dream but I will give you a hint of where my heart is. it has too do with young girls and boys seeking their true identity and self image.
this video is a little glimpse.........

silence...

I just seen this post on my friend's blog. It really spoke to me in light of all the chaos i am feeling. I have been soul searching and praying about my purpose and God's plan for me. I have been almost consumed by it. I think this is why i was so touched by this. Big revelation for me. Thanks Kim.

wheew!!!!!

Lord you are so cool. I love how he reminds me that He is in control and that He Loves me and understands what we are going through.
I get a weekly email with verses for everyday of the week.....
this they are

Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight.

Proverbs 3:5-6


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."

Jeremiah 29:11


Do not conform any longer to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God's will is -- his good, pleasing, and perfect will.

Romans 12:2


How great you are, O Sovereign Lord! There is no one like you, and there is no God but you, as we have heard with our own ears.

2 Samuel 7:22

The Lord confides in those who fear him; he makes his covenant known to them. My eyes are ever on the Lord, for only he will release my feet from the snare.

Psalm 25:14-15

Wait for the Lord; be strong and take heart and wait for the Lord.

Psalm 27:14



I think it is so cool and it lines right up what Pastor has been preaching about!!!!

one day,,,,,,,

today the kids and i (Terry had to work:() attended the one day event. click here for website. It was so nice to take the focus off our problems and focus on others. I seriously mad made more grateful for all i have. Yes times are tough but i am not starving I have a warm house, clean water to drink and much more. It was really neat to see all the people and generosity that was displayed today.

lots to do....

Seems like my calendar is filling up fast with events this month. I truly feel blessed to be able to give my time in many of theses events.
Kelsey's birthday on the 8th
a lia sophia party on the 9th
one day ----outreach to dig two wells in kenya africa and Kelseys birthday party on the 10th www.1day2009.blogspot.com
the one life walk ----- outreach to take a stand against human sex traffiking
on the 17 for more info www.tfconline.org general info on sex traffiking http://www.stopthetraffik.org/default.aspx
wrap the homeless---outreach to love on the homeless in Flint and give them much needed items like clothes, blankets, toiletries and hope. on the 24th
a nice relaxing spa party on the 24th as well.
trunk or treat on the the 30th. the Freedom center and the Rock church teaming up this year to show the community how loved they are on a night that is typically used not to glorify the Lord.

I am very excited about these events and really hope that in some small way i can make a difference in a life For His Glory.

The song the i have had on my heart all day is Give me yours eyes by Brandon Heath.
the song goes like this:

Look down from a broken sky
Traced out by the city lights
My world from a mile high
Best seat in the house tonight

Touch down on the cold black top
Hold on for the sudden stop
Breath in the familiar shock
Of confusion and chaos
All those people going somewhere
Why have I never cared

Chorus
Give me your eyes for just one second
Give me your eyes so I can see
Everything that I keep missing
Give me your love for humanity
Give me your arms for the broken hearted
The ones that are far beyond my reach
Give me you heart for the ones forgotten
Give me your eyes so I can see

Yeah Yeah Yeah Yeah

Step out on a busy street
See a girl and our eyes meet
Does her best to smile at me
To hide what's underneath
There's a man just to her right
Black suit and a bright red tie
Too ashamed to tell his wife
He's out of work, He's buying time

Chorus

Ive been here a million times
A couple of million eyes
Just move and pass me by
I swear I never thought that I was wrong
I need a second glance
Give me a second chance
To see the way youve seen the people all along

Chorus
The chorus really is what i have been singing all day and is my prayer for the month.

contest....

Ok so my friend is having a little contest and giving away a $20 dollar gift certificate. She is amazing in the coupon stuff and loves to share her knowledge so do me a favor visit her site
www.gonecouponcrazyandmore.blogspot.com the contest post specifically is http://gonecouponcrazyandmore.blogspot.com/2009/09/free-gift-card-from-walmart.html
just thought you might be interested.

verbage.....

We all think of words like Love, faith,goodness, joy, peace, hope, mercy and many words like them as nouns or adjectives. but they are matter of fact and more importantly VERBS!!!!!
Actions, conscious choices.
THINK ABOUT IT!!!!!!!!!

In Loving Memory........

Tonight we lost our wonderful Aunt Wendy, but we are thankful that she is pain free and is sitting at the feet of Jesus.

We were blessed to have her and thankful for all the smiles, the laughs and the Love of Jesus she showed everyone.

Love and Miss you!!!!!!!

this looks very educational

Creation our Foundation

Date:

Sunday, September 20, 2009 - Wednesday, September 23, 2009

Time:

See details

Date and Time

September 20, 9:00 & 11:00 AM, 6:00 PM
September 21, 7:00 PM
September 22, 7:00 PM
September 23, 7:00 PM

Official Press Release

Pastor Tim Forsthoff is pleased to announce that Dr. Grady S. McMurtry, Biblical Scientific Creationist, will be speaking on Sunday through Wednesday, September 20, 21, 22, and 23, 2009. Dr. McMurtry will speak in Sunday services at 9:00 a.m., 11:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m.; and, each week night at 7:00 p.m.

Dr. McMurtry is a recognized international speaker on the subject of creation vs. evolution, both from a biblical viewpoint as well as that of secular science. He has an entertaining and humorous style of presenting scientific fact and Bible truths. His insights into the events of the past will stir your spirit and affirm in your heart the truth about the biblical record of creation, the Flood and Man.

Dr. McMurtry has credentials as a scientist, an expert school board witness and a visiting professor on school, college and university campuses around the world. All persons, Jr. High through Adult, will be captivated by his grasp of the facts, open style and love for the Lord.

Dr. McMurtry was an evolutionist for twenty years prior to being convinced of the scientific foundation for the creation viewpoint. Dr. McMurtry addresses this issue on the basis of science and contends for the truth of the Biblical account of creation and its tremendous relevance to our lives. The topics in this series are: Foundations; The Waters Cleaved; Why I Believe In A Young Creation; Absolutely No Truth to Global Warming; and, Dino-Mania.

“The Creation Bookstore” will also be available. It’s so hard to know the best books on such a wide range of subjects that are suitable for each age group. This is your opportunity to buy! Home-schoolers looking for curriculum will want to review the titles on the book and tape tables.

Pastor Forsthoff invites and encourages the community to attend this life changing series on Creation Our Foundation.

taken from www.cornerstonehighland.com

trailer available on this website as well

busy busy......

this week...
Noah starts school

Haley continues homeschooling she loves it but i'm not so sure. I am having a hard time adjusting. I think it more that i am not good with schedules and so i am being stretched in that area.

Tuesday morning bible study......woohoo

youth Wednesday night

i need to get my financial aid other things taken care for my schooling.

I also am trying to keep up on the housework.

I know i have forgotten a lot but i think you get the hint.

Praying for supernatural stregth and grace to get everything done.

truths to live by.....

what great reminders.......

I want this on my wall

I would love to put this on my wall in the living room somehow.

Dance like no one is watching,
Sing like no one is listening,
Love like you have never been hurt before,
Live like heaven begins tomorrow.

I saw this on a picture at the christian bookstore and it just really has got me thinking. I love the picture and i'm thinking Christmas maybe hint hint....maybe.

I think that it just a good reminder that life is short and that we need to take every minute seriously. We are not promised tomorrow but his his grace sufficient to get us from moment to moment. I just hope that i can start breaking away from my little shell and live by these inspiring words.

progress

well i pretty much have everything unpacked and we are settling into a routine again. we have a packed weekend. tomorrow is my cousins open baby shower and Sunday is Terry's birthday. School starts on the 8th and we have plenty of orientations and open houses to attend to in the next week. We also are thinking about homeschooling Haley. She is absolutely begging us to. I am really praying for wisdom in this. I am also working on getting back to working with youth on Wednesdays. I really miss them.

busy

wow what a couple of weeks. I have to say that we have seriously had a stressful couple of weeks and really if it was a test of some sort i failed miserably and yet it has got me thinking about some things that i don't feel comfortable about sharing here at this time. We did end up moving and I really love it. We are not in the boonies anymore yea! The kids are really loving it too. Still unpacking and purging.