Quiet Time
So, I've still been doing my quiet time but haven't really felt like sharing on the blog. I will eventually. Lately, my quiet times have consisted of glancing at a verse and a "sorry for not reading more today, Lord!"
New Year
Yes, I'm going to do the stereotypical resolution and say I'm going to work on being healthier. I think it's ridiculous to go completely cold turkey though. I'm still going to eat some of the foods I love, but just going to work on portion control. Anytime I go overboard, however, will result in an extra 250 yards in the pool! There will be rewards and punishment! After 6 months, if I have lost 50 lbs, there is going to be a shopping trip to Grapvine Mills! woohoo!! One of my dearest friends and I will be swapping daily e-mails about how we've done that day...food intake, exercise, self-control, etc. Accountability is a must! I also plan on reviving a blog I created last New Year's and didn't maintain. So, if you like drama, you can read about my on-going attempts to change my body! Here's the link...Loser Wannabe. I'm 30...over-weight...unhealthy...what kind of example am I setting for my kids?
My most important resolution is to make more time for the Lord. I really miss the longer quiet times I was able to have before kiddos came along. I'm not a morning person and it just kills me to wake-up early. My brain doesn't turn-on until 8:00 (which is when Jenna's morning routine starts, so it MUST wake-up then). Perhaps I will try to wake-up anyway. It would be nice to be able to see Nick off to work. He has to leave the house by 5:30. Oi vey! Maybe after a couple of gallons of coffee I will be semi-awake...? Not likely, but it's worth a try :)
I still haven't picked-up the book I wanted to read over Christmas, "Created to be his help meet." I've heard only good things about this book. Click on the link and scroll down to read about the book and the author. I tried a million different ways to copy and paste it, but I think it's protected somehow. Reading in general is on my resolution list. I would really like to read more to Joshua since he now sits and listens for longer than 5 seconds :) Does anyone have any good reading lists for 3-year-olds? I have books for him, but they are definitely due for an upgrade! I know we could just go to the library, but I love buying new books!!
Piano Lessons
I'm going to teach lessons again! I have missed telling people what to do. Just kidding! I really miss seeing little ones' faces light-up when they learn something new :) I teach adults too. Jenna's speech therapist seems interested in taking lessons :) Lessons will be $10 for weekly, half-hour lessons. Each additional child within a family receives a $2 discount. I'm starting to sound like a billboard! Stopping now :)
Big News...I think...still praying about it...
Even since Jenna was born, I have had the desire to be an RN. I'm really exploring the possibility of going to night school somewhere. My only fear...tests!! I'm a horrible test taker, but thankfully, I have several friends who have their RN and have offered to give me a hand :) I need to spend more time in prayer about it. I could work part-time while the kids are still of school-age and then eventually work into a full-time position. We'll see. It may not be God's will and just an exciting idea in my head.
Random
I think I need to change the title of the blog. It seems like most of my entries lately are about me. Oh wait! I could start blogging about my family more...DUH ;)
Alrighty, time to get Jenna ready for bed.
Saturday, January 2, 2010
Monday, December 7, 2009
quiet time plan of attack!
Strange title for a blog entry, I know. Well, I've declared war! Yeah, you heard me...WAR!! War against the evil plan of the enemy against me and my relationship with my Savior. I'm going to take it day by day and pray about which area of my life needs the most attention at that moment. With the Lord's help, I know this is going to be an exciting journey :) I will be sharing bits and pieces here. I know I posted before about using this blog as a type of accountability. Whoever reads this is going to get to see my insides...muahahahahaha!!!
I had already typed-up an entry on "approval," but it didn't get saved and was deleted :( I will have to track down the sermon/article notes I read earlier today. It had some interesting stuff. Stinky! Maybe that's the Lord's way of telling me that I need to keep working on this study for a while. I guess I will and see what else the Lord has to show me. Oh, and when I say "approval," I mean the need for it and where it should be sought. I tend to need assurance and approval. Not sure why I have such a need for this, but I'm working towards the source of that assurance and approval to only be from the Father. Well, let me re-phrase that... It's okay to receive assurance and approval from man as long as your actions are glorifying the Father and in turn, you are giving Him the glory and praise, but I should only concern myself with the Lord's opinion of me.
Okay, I'm starting to ramble a bit. Sorry if that didn't make much sense, but in my heart and mind, I know what I was talking about :) I feel like I'm back in infancy with the Lord. Not such a bad place to be really, but I feel so vulnerable. Hmmm...
I had already typed-up an entry on "approval," but it didn't get saved and was deleted :( I will have to track down the sermon/article notes I read earlier today. It had some interesting stuff. Stinky! Maybe that's the Lord's way of telling me that I need to keep working on this study for a while. I guess I will and see what else the Lord has to show me. Oh, and when I say "approval," I mean the need for it and where it should be sought. I tend to need assurance and approval. Not sure why I have such a need for this, but I'm working towards the source of that assurance and approval to only be from the Father. Well, let me re-phrase that... It's okay to receive assurance and approval from man as long as your actions are glorifying the Father and in turn, you are giving Him the glory and praise, but I should only concern myself with the Lord's opinion of me.
Okay, I'm starting to ramble a bit. Sorry if that didn't make much sense, but in my heart and mind, I know what I was talking about :) I feel like I'm back in infancy with the Lord. Not such a bad place to be really, but I feel so vulnerable. Hmmm...
Wednesday, December 2, 2009
Fell off the wagon...getting back on!
Crazy past couple of weeks!
Thanksgiving was at our house this year. Nick invited his mom and siblings over. I cooked and baked everything but the turkey. This year, we opted for frying a turkey instead of cooking it in the oven. Nick injected the turkey with jalapeno puree! The heat cooks out once fried and all you're left with is juicy goodness :) It was quite a treat! I was so proud of Nick for doing such a great job...proud of myself too :) First time I've ever hosted and everything was so delicious.
Jenna was suppose to have her stoma cauterized this past Monday, but thankfully the cream I have been putting on it has really helped the healing process; a longer Mic-Key button was the only need. My only frustration is the fact they decided cauterizing wasn't necessary after several failed IV attempts. Poor Jenna :( She just cried and cried...it was a lesson learned I suppose. I should've gone with my gut feeling when there wasn't a follow-up appointment after administering the cream. A follow-up appointment would've meant Jenna not having to endure painful needle sticks :( I'm thankful for Jenna's graceful attitude...she goes on loving me anyway despite my errors. Love that little girl.
We are really getting excited about our trip to Tucson! I miss the fun and laughter shared with Nick's dad and step-mom. They are two of my favorite people :) I'm so thankful for such sweet family...they are a blessing. Visits to Tucson always include shopping, late-night card games, jokes, puppies, delicious meals and meeting new people. I think I mentioned before that Allan and Ann haven't met Jenna yet. I can hardly wait :) I just know Jenna will have both grandpa and grandma wrapped around her finger...just like big brother.
The fire is going; Christmas music is playing...what's missing? Our Christmas tree! Perhaps I can talk Nick into climbing into the attic today to retrieve it. I'm really hoping to cash-in on the after Christmas sales this year! Our poor tree is bare and in need of replacing. Last year's decorations were simply white lights. I must admit though, it was much easier than worrying about Joshua eating the candy canes (through the plastic) and stashing ornaments here and there. My mom is sending me her ornaments from when we were all kids. The cutest little stuffed animal ornaments :) I know the kids will have a blast with them. They're old, but sturdy! I look forward to passing them down to the kids one day.
Back to cleaning... Christmas Tea prep tonight :) I will post about that later.
Thanksgiving was at our house this year. Nick invited his mom and siblings over. I cooked and baked everything but the turkey. This year, we opted for frying a turkey instead of cooking it in the oven. Nick injected the turkey with jalapeno puree! The heat cooks out once fried and all you're left with is juicy goodness :) It was quite a treat! I was so proud of Nick for doing such a great job...proud of myself too :) First time I've ever hosted and everything was so delicious.
Jenna was suppose to have her stoma cauterized this past Monday, but thankfully the cream I have been putting on it has really helped the healing process; a longer Mic-Key button was the only need. My only frustration is the fact they decided cauterizing wasn't necessary after several failed IV attempts. Poor Jenna :( She just cried and cried...it was a lesson learned I suppose. I should've gone with my gut feeling when there wasn't a follow-up appointment after administering the cream. A follow-up appointment would've meant Jenna not having to endure painful needle sticks :( I'm thankful for Jenna's graceful attitude...she goes on loving me anyway despite my errors. Love that little girl.
We are really getting excited about our trip to Tucson! I miss the fun and laughter shared with Nick's dad and step-mom. They are two of my favorite people :) I'm so thankful for such sweet family...they are a blessing. Visits to Tucson always include shopping, late-night card games, jokes, puppies, delicious meals and meeting new people. I think I mentioned before that Allan and Ann haven't met Jenna yet. I can hardly wait :) I just know Jenna will have both grandpa and grandma wrapped around her finger...just like big brother.
The fire is going; Christmas music is playing...what's missing? Our Christmas tree! Perhaps I can talk Nick into climbing into the attic today to retrieve it. I'm really hoping to cash-in on the after Christmas sales this year! Our poor tree is bare and in need of replacing. Last year's decorations were simply white lights. I must admit though, it was much easier than worrying about Joshua eating the candy canes (through the plastic) and stashing ornaments here and there. My mom is sending me her ornaments from when we were all kids. The cutest little stuffed animal ornaments :) I know the kids will have a blast with them. They're old, but sturdy! I look forward to passing them down to the kids one day.
Back to cleaning... Christmas Tea prep tonight :) I will post about that later.
Sunday, November 15, 2009
eyes opened
Jenna has been having night terrors the past few weeks. Joshua never had them, so this is a new experience for us. I can only imagine what she's dreaming about...hospitalizations, IV attempts, recoveries, suctioning, finger sticks... Thanks in advance for praying for Jenna to have peaceful rest.
This has really opened my eyes to the urgent need of praying for my children more. It also opened my eyes to the lack of conversing with our Father in general these past couple of week. Thank you Jesus for opening my eyes. I go through seasons in prayer (as most of us do) where I'm so diligent! Trust me friends, when I say I'm praying for you diligently, that's no lie. It's amazing how easily we can slip-out of this essential aspect of our relationship with the Lord. That's when the Enemy makes his move! Watch-out!!
Reading what I just typed above shows me also that I need to work on my ability to form sentences! Goodness... Sorry Mom, I promise you did a good job teaching me ;)
Well, more to come later. I just had to jot that down while it was fresh on my mind.
This has really opened my eyes to the urgent need of praying for my children more. It also opened my eyes to the lack of conversing with our Father in general these past couple of week. Thank you Jesus for opening my eyes. I go through seasons in prayer (as most of us do) where I'm so diligent! Trust me friends, when I say I'm praying for you diligently, that's no lie. It's amazing how easily we can slip-out of this essential aspect of our relationship with the Lord. That's when the Enemy makes his move! Watch-out!!
Reading what I just typed above shows me also that I need to work on my ability to form sentences! Goodness... Sorry Mom, I promise you did a good job teaching me ;)
Well, more to come later. I just had to jot that down while it was fresh on my mind.
Monday, November 9, 2009
Church and Bible Study
Nick and I are taking turns going to church while the other stays home with the kids. Gotta keep Jenna away from the germs! Yesterday's lesson really got me excited. Well, they all do, but this one especially. We have been studying Matthew 24. If you're familiar with this chapter, you know that it focuses on end time events. This week, we focused on the fact what scripture states about the end times being as in the days of Noah. I'm not very good at getting my point across, so just go and read it. Read it several times. I always get more out of scripture each time I read the same passage, but more and more jumped-out at me this time. We also talked about Premillenialism and the basis for that belief. Interesting stuff that really got my heart racing!
Today, I went back to my old Bible Study group. They're doing a Louie Giglio video series. Lemme just tell you... this guy is awesome! Totally anointed and blessed with the incredible gift of teaching the Word. He speaks in such a way that even the smallest listener would understand. I enjoyed it and I enjoyed the fellowship. It is a little further than I would like to drive, but I really love those girls and their fellowship. Oh, and of course the food :) This week was chicken tortilla soup and sopapilla cheesecake...YUM-O!! That's not going to help my efforts at the gym, but I guess it is motivation to work harder...kinda ;)
I'm not making much sense, so time to wrap this up. I will make more sense next time :)
P.S.
The spell check didn't know what Premillenialism is...hmmmm.
Today, I went back to my old Bible Study group. They're doing a Louie Giglio video series. Lemme just tell you... this guy is awesome! Totally anointed and blessed with the incredible gift of teaching the Word. He speaks in such a way that even the smallest listener would understand. I enjoyed it and I enjoyed the fellowship. It is a little further than I would like to drive, but I really love those girls and their fellowship. Oh, and of course the food :) This week was chicken tortilla soup and sopapilla cheesecake...YUM-O!! That's not going to help my efforts at the gym, but I guess it is motivation to work harder...kinda ;)
I'm not making much sense, so time to wrap this up. I will make more sense next time :)
P.S.
The spell check didn't know what Premillenialism is...hmmmm.
Saturday, November 7, 2009
I just HAVE to share this...
This is my friend Katie's blog. You MUST read this entry, but make sure you use the restroom first. Yes, IT IS that hysterical!
"Why potty training is ruining my life..."
"Why potty training is ruining my life..."
catering isn't for wussies!
Well, lemme just tell ya how sore I am! Oi vey!! I'm so thankful for a job that allows such flexibility. I am an "on call" employee for a catering company. My boss is a dear friend, so it's going to be hard to say "Sorry, can't help you tonight" if/when the time comes.
6 hours and it was really fun :) My back isn't very grateful. I did a lot of lifting and I'm not sure how long this old, broken body can handle it, but I'm going to give it my best shot! My hands are burnt from helping with the dishes, my toes are blistered because my feet got wet, but my heart is happy because I got to serve people in a new way :) Did I mention slipping on the floor and falling on my knee? Ouchie!! For some reason, I always fall on my bad knee...grrrr!! Well, it wouldn't have been a big deal, but I did it in front of all of the patrons. Everyone felt badly for me. I'm sure it was funny...I probably would've laughed had I seen myself from their view!
We were suppose to have dinner guests tonight, but they had to cancel due to having colds. While I'm sad they aren't coming and are under the weather, I'm praising God that I don't have to rush around and clean house! I guess I should still clean though...darn-it!
The window is open and the breeze is blowing the curtains. Jenna thinks it's great :) She's sitting there laughing at them as the brush up against her face and tickle her nose. Sweet moments like this...I wish they would last forever!
6 hours and it was really fun :) My back isn't very grateful. I did a lot of lifting and I'm not sure how long this old, broken body can handle it, but I'm going to give it my best shot! My hands are burnt from helping with the dishes, my toes are blistered because my feet got wet, but my heart is happy because I got to serve people in a new way :) Did I mention slipping on the floor and falling on my knee? Ouchie!! For some reason, I always fall on my bad knee...grrrr!! Well, it wouldn't have been a big deal, but I did it in front of all of the patrons. Everyone felt badly for me. I'm sure it was funny...I probably would've laughed had I seen myself from their view!
We were suppose to have dinner guests tonight, but they had to cancel due to having colds. While I'm sad they aren't coming and are under the weather, I'm praising God that I don't have to rush around and clean house! I guess I should still clean though...darn-it!
The window is open and the breeze is blowing the curtains. Jenna thinks it's great :) She's sitting there laughing at them as the brush up against her face and tickle her nose. Sweet moments like this...I wish they would last forever!
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