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I’m Crazy For Weekends

Monday, December 5th, 2011

After what could be described as a challenging week last week…God had big plans for me to enjoy my weekend! Thank you, Jesus. I’ve spent it wisely because I believe in being a good steward, don’t you?

Stick with me while I reflect.

We finally finished decorating the Christmas tree. It was a complete step-by-step no thanks to the high stress of the week. But it’s all over now and I’m enjoying the sparkly lights in my cozy living room.

Ally talked me into having a McDonald’s McCafe on our way to shop Saturday. Have you tried the Peppermint Hot Chocolate? It’s delicious and tastes suspiciously like an Andes Mint or a Peppermint Patty. All good stuff to me. Oh and they are on sale right now for a $1.00. Uhh, hello drive-thru!

I’m nearly finished with my Christmas shopping. I ordered some “important” Christmas gifts online and didn’t even have to fight a crowded store. I LOVE ONLINE SHOPPING!!! NOTE: In my jammies!

Went to church with my hubby and sat side-by-side. That doesn’t happen very often. I’m thankful we could worship together.

My sweetboy Gavin kept the fireplace blazing ALL WEEKEND LONG!! He’s a pyromaniac clone of his father (the man I love so much). Not only did he keep us super warm…he also stepped in and cared for his sick little sister while we were out shopping on Saturday! Makes me feel extra proud that he’s my boy! Oh, and he SOLD HIS CAR! Goodbye old friend!

Our dog Lizzy went to the beauty parlour and came back fabulous! We bought her a new sweater and she even got lucky enough to have her own meatball. Notice her patience? hehe


She ate the whole thing. It was as big as her head! 😉

One more photo before I close. Don’t be alarmed, I’m not trying to be embarrassing. This is Gavin, he’s helping under the tree and I jokingly took the picture. Then later he was telling me a story about how cats act when they want your attention. It was so funny…..and looked a little something like this! —->

Seriously, if you run into Gavin sometime…you must have him repeat the cat performance! You will L A U G H !! And who doesn’t like to do that?

I pray you have a great week and that all the holiday stress remains far away. 🙂

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Woe To The Smiling

Friday, December 2nd, 2011

I’m throwing up a quick quote today that I’m claiming as my mantra. It’s been a rotten week. One thing after another has pursued me trying everything to rob me of all my peace. Today, has been the pinnacle of disaster as I have battled a throbbing headache and problem issues in every single class.

So for your sake and mine….some love from Buddy the Elf!

I like smiling too. Maybe the weekend will bring lots of that. I pray yours is full of fun and happiness!

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Two Minutes Until The Bell

Thursday, December 1st, 2011

I’m a tough chick! Really, I am. I have a tender heart (just yell at me and see) but I’m a strong person. Very similar to my mama. She’s got courage and strength and I’m thankful she passed it onto me. I wasn’t expecting to come face to face with so much pain….not like this and not in the last 2 minutes of my workday.

She’s a cutter.

I’m a mother. A mother to 3 beautiful young people near her age. I wasn’t prepared for what I’d see. It all started with a girl fight involving she and another classmate. No physical hits just screams in each other’s faces. I was called over in case it turned physical (no, I’m not built for girl fights or any fights for that matter). They stopped and she sat down on a bench. A male co-worker noticed the blood and asked me to confirm it. I called her over and when I asked her what was all over her jeans….she told me Sharpie marker and that it won’t come out.

I could see it was wet. There is no marker that looks the way blood looks. I know this, I’m a mom (we know everything). I asked her if she would pull up her jeans for me to see and she told me that she could not do that. Looking back, I almost wish my mind had skipped the next decision my mouth spoke aloud–“Let’s walk down to the nurse”.

She wasn’t beligerent or even hostile. She walked quickly ahead of me and I followed…not knowing what I was about to see. I looked down at the time as we walked (3:03) I remember thinking in my brain, THE BELL RINGS IN TWO MINUTES! I have bus duty and here I am, heading in the total opposite direction with a blood covered kid.

What am I doing here?

I’ve read about cutters and even looked at photo’s. Nothing compares to the fresh open slices all over a child’s legs. Old wounds mixed with new. My heart sank and again my brain kept working ahead of me….TELL SOMEONE! I went down the hall to one of my principal’s (thank you Lord for him being there). I told him I needed his help and he came right away. The nurse stood firm (she’s brand new & very young) and refused to let the student leave without calling a parent. The principal agreed.

What’s left for me? The reality of a hurting child. A deeply disturbed one with wounds that may never leave my mindfile. How do I process this? It’s too painful for me to describe. I simply want to cry! My thoughts keep swirling and it feels like I have a bowling ball in my stomach.

I don’t even know her name.

Lord Jesus
I feel like I’ve caught a glimpse of something you see all around me. Hurting people. I have no idea why I was allowed this moment and I don’t want to waste it on my own feelings of shock. Help me to pay attention to those crying out in need. Please God, help this girl. She needs you.
Amen

For information on cutters, go H E R E.

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Season’s Changing

Wednesday, November 30th, 2011

The snow has finally made it’s way to Indiana. After having the craziest warm weather through fall we’ve officially received a little snowflake action! It’s about time, dude! I love the fluffy white stuff….except when my kids are driving in it!

Curses to you slippery roads and whacko drivers. Myself included. 😉

Remember me confessing that my house is bare of all Christmas decorations? Well, that’s not the case anymore. Hubby dug out the decoration boxes and together we spruced up the G-way house (just a little) and we plan on picking out a fresh tree one night this week to complete the festive spirit here. Yay, us!

What I’d really like to do is get my shop on at Hobby Lobby. That place is loaded with the Christmas, ya’ll! Please tell me I’m not the only one who wants to buy MORE CHRISTMAS STUFF? It’s like a sickness or something.

Pray for me!

My family has also been working on their Christmas wish lists. They’ve not missed a year, scribbling out those lists. It’s a little costlier every year– Big kids = Big money!

I have some big wishes myself.

[1] A little trip H E R E !!

[2] A pair of these babies in size 6 1/2 please.

No, I’m not rich. I just have expensive taste, Darn it!

[3] A long weekend escape ALONE WITH MY HUSBAND. Somewhere fun, preferably.

[4] A family trip to NYC! Could you imagine the fun?

That’s not too much to ask is it? Oh I kid. Those are just my “if money were no object” wishes. I’m a realistic gal and cheap too. I’ll take having a white Christmas bundled up with happy kids over any expensive gift anyday. Wouldn’t you?

What’s special on your wish list this year?

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No Order To My System

Tuesday, November 29th, 2011

I wish I could say that I’m much more organized when it comes to my makeup but as you’ll see here today…I’m not. Over the many years that I’ve been putting on “my face” I’ve tried several methods of storage. I’ve used fancy makeup cases, Goody containers and now a simple 3 drawer storage bin to hold my most cherished liquid love.

Who can live without FOUNDATION?

Don’t answer that. I hate you flawless skinned beauties! Such is the life of a freckled-face girl! All of my {purty} relies heavily on some good foundation(much like my faith). Thank you, dear inventor of makeup foundation. I can hide safely behind you everyday and not reveal the real me. But I can’t do that with my Christianity.

I can hide behind a facade of goodness or Jesus words to make other’s think I’m “Christlike”, but they’ll know I’m just posing. Classic example? What your kids think about you. If you’re ever curious of whether you’re living outloud for Christ–screen out your kids opinion of you. NOTE: This could be painful (and if you’re kid is mad at you, jaded)! But usually, you’re going to get the truth.

You can pretend to be faithful to other’s but you can NEVER fool your kids.

Just like my makeup drawer, I see areas in my faithwalk that need organizing. I tend to skip around and customize my needs when it comes to God. Tell me I’m not the only one? I recognize full well that it’s slowing me down and until I make the changes that are necessary….my battle against my own flesh will continue.

I’ve come up with a plan. I want to get some order to my system. As my husband says, “Enough dilly-dallying!”.

(1) Read my Bible. Everyday.
(2) Pray. Alone, with my hubby & with my family.
(3) Study from a devotional or some other source.
(4) Pray for friends, family & other’s in need.
(5) Encourage those around me.
(6) Repeat. Daily.

Sounds simple enough, right? It’s strange how jumbled up I can make that list. With just a little effort and organization, it can turn my day around and put order to my system. My faith system! Won’t you join me?

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Checking My Blessings

Monday, November 28th, 2011

I’ve had the greatest holiday break. God has poured out His blessings on me and my family and this week has been exceptionally special. I’m so thankful for His work in my life and I don’t want to miss any opportunity to give Him the credit.

My family enjoyed good food, shopping time, hanging out with best friends, a new car, painting a pretty room and going to see a good movie. It’s been a fun weekend full of family time and getting “stuff” accomplished. Plus, Gavin finally sold his other car! Celebration!

How blessed can a mama get? I even managed to clean out the silverware drawer this weekend. It was long overdue (and that’s all I’ll say on that). I was able to order a special gift for someone for Christmas thanks to a whopping sale. Yippee. I love finding stuff on my list for a bargain. Don’t you?

Someone got a new bed…

She likes. Which I like since she literally stood right beside me the entire day as I cooked Thanksgiving dinner. Poor dog, she was so exhausted by the time dinner came around that she crashed. 😉

Sweet little faithful friend.

Since I was so busy having a ton of fun….I managed to skip out on any Christmas decorating. I guess you know what I’ll end up doing this week, eh?

Welcome back to reality, friends! 🙂 Christmas time is just around the corner. Are you ready?

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