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[vahn]

It sure describes the meaning of the term "Pass It On" huh ?




In Christ , our Lord
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[sbennett]

Ahhh....laughter! Pine I often laugh at things for absolutely no reason at all. Im so glad that God gave you some joy today! It is one of the best things that HE gives to us.

[Dora]

Just one of those days the enemy keeps showing me what a dweeb I am. Dog gone it! God knows how sorry I am for my mistakes.

His grace is sufficient for me and I am sufficient for Him.

Help me Lord. This is your little girl calling home. I neeeeeeeeed you.

[Dora]

Someone said....so the enemy is gotten down to name calling.



Yesterday it was look at everything I've ever done wrong.

Today it began with look at what others have done wrong.

Grr.....

I refuse to play this game.

Soooooo then we get into fear of what if this or what if that happens. Fear.

His grace is HUGE! And covers us all. Me, you, and the billions, past, present, future.

Speaking of future. He's got that to. So fear can take a hike too.

I claim this day a good day, of peace and joy in abundance because God is good and faithful. He loves us each one. Abundantly.

The real dweeb can take a hike.

My guitar instructor called. She has canceled lessons for the month. She said she just needed to talk to me for a minute. I told her God said He wasn't going to take her from me just yet and she cried. Then I cried. She is in for a hard battle with this cancer. May she find Him ever so close through each moment.

This comes to mind.....
Luke 10:19 Behold, I give unto you power to tread on serpents and scorpions, and over all the power of the enemy: and nothing shall by any means hurt you.

[Dora]

It's been a bit ruff in that the children I tend to are damaged. The parent of one child wants so badly for me to have the answer. I wish I did. I wish It was easy. Unfortunately the answer is children can't be treated the way these have been treated and expected to not have problems later. It grieves me greatly. Plus it's a huge struggle to just make it through through the week with my sanity left.

Being here helps a lot some times. It reminds me I'm not in control but he is. He truly is the answer to all things.

[Dora]

I do to have the answer and it is what I gave. Jesus is always the answer. I shared with the mom we can only do so much and let God do the rest and that prayer prayer prayer changes things. Prayer is key. I've shared this before with her. She nibbles when times are tuff, but quickly forgets when things are going her way, then comes back with a bit of a snip towards me. I know it's not towards me but the one she is avoiding. His presence is found in my home and it is a haven for those seeking and offensive to those who are fighting. Gods will be done. It's in His hands not mine.

[goldieluvs]

awwwwwwwwwww sis u have such a big heart... and even in midst of some storms u r still stepping out and sharing the Lord with others and its ok if they not ready,,, u r planting seeds for Him.... GBU sis and am standing with you praying Gods Will Be Done

[stillstanding]

SufficientPine...

You are amazing! Love you, sis. May Abba hold you close today and everyday. May He continually bless you in all you do and and all those around you. You make me smile. :D

I can do all things through Christ who stregthens me. All things work together for good for those that love the Lord. Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God; and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.

thank you for being you

[Dora]

This morning I had the opportunity to take my kids to school. On the way home I felt like I had to rush home, yet there wasn't any reason to rush home. I think I get caught up in rushing every where that I forget to slow down. So I made a right turn and drove up the bluff which over looks the frozen lake at the end of the bluff there is a huge beautiful church and on top is a steeple and on top of that is a cross. I love steeples with crosses on top of them. It is like a calling to the entire town to not forget the one who watches over us and died for us.

I took the longest route home I could take. Making sure to stay close to the lake so I could absorb it's beauty. The rising sun wash shimmering over the ice. I am always amazed at the huge slabs of ice that is pushed up from the ice expanding. Natures ice maker it's called.

The world here looks frozen and everything has just stopped. I love this place in the winter time. So peaceful and serene. The community comes together in the winter and bonding takes place. We all know how hard it is to make it through the snow, the cold, the lack of income during these times of the year. Many congregate in the local bar to warm their toes and their spirits with friends and find a little relaxation from the stress of how will the bills get paid, how will we heat our homes, will our jobs be there in the spring. Where the white collar rubs elbows with the blue collar. It is a what holds the community together as it is what brings them together. We can see in each others eyes the struggle and fears the cold harsh winters bring. Summer brings a drastic change. The community become fierce competitors to get the business they need to last them through out the year. I don't like this place in the summer time, despite it's increadable beauty.



This is the church that held the orphanage my dad was raised in. The one that over looks the town.

When I got home, I stepped out of my vehicle and immediately a little bird began to tweet. In the silence and stillness of the bitter cold morning it's voice rang out like a bell. I heard, pay attention. So I turned and looked for the bird. The sound was coming from a tree that was bare of leaves. I couldn't see it. Then I felt God smile and heard I remember you.

You see a few years back, before I knew the Lord very well, on a day just like today I pulled into the my drive and told the Lord how lonely I was to be home alone and asked Him to be with me and make His presence known in a tangible way. That day when I got out of my vehicle a bird began to sing it's little heart out. It came from the same bare tree next to the drive. I looked and looked for that bird. Despite how close I got to the tree the bird didn't stop singing nor did it fly away. After a few minutes I knew It was God saying, "I'm here."

So today He gave me a nice little treat of reminding me that He still has His eye on me. His presence is with me always. And He does care even about the things I feel is small. Once again our good, gracious and loving Father has brought me peace. We are so blessed.

[stillstanding]

thank you so much for sharing that, sis. the photo; the story. He loves us...oh how He loves us.

Love you :D

[sbennett]

Awwwww....thanks so much for sharing. It is so good to take the time to stop and enjoy all that God has created for us. I love old churches with the steeples and crosses. I love the ones who still ring the bell for church too. We have one in our town. Im so glad that you feel God with you and hear HIM in the world around you!!!

[Dora]

Last night we could hear the rain coming down so we opened a bedroom window just enough to hear the sound of the pitter patter. It sounded so nice after a long winter. The air is still very brisk so I snuggled up under a big comforter so I could leave the window open. I feel asleep praying. Woke up to the sound of frogs in the swamp. With my eyes to sleepy to open, I smiled at the noise of nature.

A company that tends boats in the harbor bought property adjacent to ours. They filled in most of the swamp to build boat storage units. But they were shut down because they didn't have permission to fill the swamp. The frogs died that summer. So this sound was so appreciated. When something is taken away, it's appreciated so much more when it returns. I slipped off back into slumber as I thanked God for the little froggy noises that made their way to my window.

This morning I went for an early drive. The sun coming up over the rolling hills caught my eye. I grabbed some groceries from the store before most were out of bed. Back home to prepare dishes for tomorrow.

Friday service at church was awesome. I sat up front with my daughter. Usually we sit off to the right side. She had to snuff out candles after each song. Each candle represented words Jesus said on the cross. Then after the last song She took the center candle, representing Christ being taken off the cross and put in the grave. On Sunday the one candle will be lit again, to represent His return from the grave. I loved seeing the youth, and beauty in her as she served Jesus on this special day.

I planted a pink peony today. There was an empty spot in front of the pine tree near my flower garden. I put the peony there. I've wanted one for a long time. I hope it produces beautiful flowers for me. I raked the flower garden. Was freezing cold out so I didn't stay out long!

The cilantro that I planted indoors is already springing up. The strawberry plants outside are looking green. The raspberry plants have soft buds. This looks very hopeful. Three of four cherry trees that were planted last spring made it through the winter. The deer ate my rose bushes flush to the ground again. Once again this year I'm hoping they survive despite this.

It's a fabulous weekend to be alive. Because He lives I can face tomorrow.