Happy Sunday

Then Sings My Soul Saturdays

Today, I link up with Amy and share a worship song. I have selected Third Day's "You are beautiful, my sweet sweet song". We just saw Third Day in concert at the Strawberry Festival and they sang this song and it was just perfect and I hope you enjoy it.











May the Lord bless you today!

Friday Funnies

My funny and precious friend, Kimmy, is hosting Friday Funnies today! Such a fun day where we gals get together and share some laughter or at bare minimum a giggle or two. Allow me to introduce Jeff Allen. Funny guy, ladies!

Blessings to you this day! And a great big hug!

Thankful Thursday

Today is Thankful Thursday! I would like to thank our host, Lynn @ Spiritually Unequal Marriage for linking us up today. This time of fellowship together is such a time of encouragement!

I am thankful today for the gift of laughter! Last week there were many tears in my life and those who were around me and this week the Lord has blessed me with surrounding me with laughter. I'm grateful for the sound of it and for those who brought it to me. It was much needed! Proverbs 17:22 "A merry heart doth good like medicine"

I am thankful for the peace found in God's Word. I was reading this Psalm and it washed peace over me. I've been having trouble on the new heart medication. As I consider what options I have, I have this Word from the Lord: Psalm 27:14 "Wait on the Lord: Be of good courage. And He shall strengthen your heart; Wait, I say, on the Lord"

I am thankful for my son's change of attitude in a decision for the branch of the military in which he wants to serve. He has been steadfast in a decision regarding serving his country as a Marine upon graduation. We have been praying with him regarding this decision and coming alonside of him with counsel. Last night as I sat with him and went over each branch and each job classification and prayed for wisdom and direction...there was an interest shown in the Air Force, which I am so grateful for, because I do see this as a better fit for him. He has submitted information to the recruiter and we will continue to be diligent in prayer for him. Proverbs 13:1 "A wise son heeds his father's instruction"

Happy Thursday to you, my friends. May the Lord bless you!

Word for Wednesday

Since most of the country is laden with snow, this verse came to mind.
Psalm 147:12,16 "Praise the Lord, O Jerusalem! Praise your God, O Zion! He gives snow like wool; He scatters the frost like ashes"

Blessings to you today!

"Unfortunately Debra"

My sweet friend, Kimmy, over at Homesteader's Heart, posted yesterday with a quite funny post. If you don't know her...go see her...especially if you need to giggle! She does not take credit for the idea but did participate and really, it is kind of cute, so thought I would try it out.

The idea is to google "unfortunately (your name)" and see what you come up with. I have to tell you ... it is funny! Here are my top five.

#1 Unfortunately Debra was used as no more than an arm chair who did little to influence the outcome of a match (apparently, I'm into wrestling...lol)

#2 Unfortunately Debra sold her cafe and hasn't been the same since! (I could write a book about this....such a great idea)

#3 Unfortunately Debra wasn't feeling so great as she had just come from Argentina (world traveler)

#4 Unfortunately Debra goes gangbusters on Fiona and it backfires. (ok, that would never happen...lol)

#5 Unfortunately Debra's hairstyle is too severe and makes the whole ensemble look unbalanced! (I just knew it!!)

Too funny! Thanks, Kimmy, for the idea. Now if you ladies decide to do it, let me know, I'd love to see your "unfortunately"! lol

Blessings to you! And a great big hug!

Blue Monday

Good morning, sweet friends!! I have missed you! First, I would like to say thank you for your kind words of support and encouragement while I was away. You gals are simply the best and you are a sweet salve to me. Again, thank you.

Next, warning.......this post is jam packed filled with pictures. I'm linking up with Smiling Sally for Blue Monday and since I've been gone I thought I would overload you! lol We had one day at home that was not filled with specific familial obligations and we had already had planned to go to the Strawberry Festival with my sister and her family and our dear friends, the Nichelsons. So, with a little encouragement, we all headed out on Saturday and here are some of the pictures I snapped along the way. I hope you enjoy!


Jason and Mark....would you look at those cowboys! Fabulous....er....rugged, yes, that's better...handsome, rugged. lol Oh, and don't forget the blue sky...and the blue on their shirts!!

My precious sister, Candy, eating one of the fair's finest foods...funnel cake. Happy girl.

Mark and Sharon enjoying the beautiful day together. Love them!

Sharon and I....my blue eyes will have to be the qualifier for this picture and blue Monday....tee hee. We were being silly and having fun.

Does everyone remember the "L" post? Remember I love LOLLY....Meet Lolly! Me and Lolly.

Kelly and I loving on each other.

Brendan and Aaron ... best buds. Oh my gosh, they are so cute! They loved the bike show and the pig races!

Josh and Jared striking a pose....ha!

The girls lovin on each other....Kelly, Me and Lolly

Kelly and Candy at the pig races

Me and baby Jason .... poor little guy ... his Mom puts him in a Patriot jersey! lol

Mark and I getting ready to go to the Third Day concert....which by the way, was so awesome. Got to worship King Jesus....doesn't get any better than that! Throw in eating some chocolate covered strawberries and I'm getting a glimpse of Heaven, my friends!

Mark and Jason acting silly .... look at that blue sky!

My beloved and I thanking the Lord for the day of rest and love amidst the difficult circumstances.

Thank you for sharing this time with me. I have missed you all! I was so encouraged and blessed by your lovingkindness that you demonstrated to me while I was away.

Blessings to you today! And a great big hug!