Ever since I was very little I was always known as the "bossy"one ! I took it in stride and said I had a gift! Of course being a little bossy comes in handy with 7 children to manage... then there is the question just how much should you manage? Anyway... growing up I was always different...I hardly wore the styles.... Fact is I liked being different and what people thought did not bother me! I'd like to say I am still the same way now and for the most part I am... it really just is in the mind now! I am different...I am Tall, taller than dear hubby, I am "big boned" so there is a lot of me! I wear makeup... it is my choice, not a religious thing, mainly because I hate the work it takes to put on and take it off! So I am a what you see is what you get, kind of girl! If you don't like the way I look then turn away!
LOL I usually tell people I got my man so why improve on what he married! Don't get me wrong I take care of myself! I love to paint my nails and smell nice! Putting on the other stuff is just not who I am ! I am trying to install into my kids minds that I wil love them no matter what they look like or "even smell like", so should the ones they want to be around!
Daring to be Different in this world Today... means developing a tough skin! People walikng in the fleash say and do things that indeed hurt! You cannot control all that happens to you... you can control how you react to what happens to you!
Being a teen or even a child today is so much different than when I was a child/teen, yet still the values I grew up with apply even today!
Take a moment today and tell your blessing how much you love them and will stand by them even when they Dare to be Different!
Tuesday, May 31, 2011
Monday, May 30, 2011
More to Say:)
So... I decided to write more than one post today.. I felt like sharing something that was on my heart!
As mom's in today's world with more and more questions to be answered by our ever so curious children, it becomes almost a daily thing for me to ask myself what is it I truly believe on "said" subject! I often search God's Word for what to believe and when it seems unclear I often, more and more Pray about it! Come on really, you might say... at every question you stop and look at your Bible or pray for the answer? LOL Hardly! Though it is by far my desire and my hope to one day do that! \
I often feel like I don't give near enough time to each of my children's questions... time for them to share, time for us to ponder together... I am changing!
Even as a grown woman I have questions unanswered... so why then must I think my children know it all or even act like they do? Time with my children is Precious... they grow fast... I am learning to see it as so and take it all in... every little moment of life!
God has showed me that in every area I fail He takes up the slack ten times over! I will never be perfect, though I'll strive to get as close as I can day by day!
Take time today to listen to the questions around you.. search the Word (aka BIBLE), pray and maybe even Wonder!
As mom's in today's world with more and more questions to be answered by our ever so curious children, it becomes almost a daily thing for me to ask myself what is it I truly believe on "said" subject! I often search God's Word for what to believe and when it seems unclear I often, more and more Pray about it! Come on really, you might say... at every question you stop and look at your Bible or pray for the answer? LOL Hardly! Though it is by far my desire and my hope to one day do that! \
I often feel like I don't give near enough time to each of my children's questions... time for them to share, time for us to ponder together... I am changing!
Even as a grown woman I have questions unanswered... so why then must I think my children know it all or even act like they do? Time with my children is Precious... they grow fast... I am learning to see it as so and take it all in... every little moment of life!
God has showed me that in every area I fail He takes up the slack ten times over! I will never be perfect, though I'll strive to get as close as I can day by day!
Take time today to listen to the questions around you.. search the Word (aka BIBLE), pray and maybe even Wonder!
Morning of Excitement!
As I was awoken several times in an hr before my alarm was to go off you could feel the excitement in the air as the kids prepared for the first week of VBS this year! For those of you who don't know, if there is any, VBS is Vacation Bible School ! It is a summer tradition and a much loved favorite of all of my children! The themes range from climbing a mountain to, riding a bus cross country to diving the deep blue sea.. all while learning about God's Word!
So for about 3 hrs every morning for the next 2 weeks I will be almost like a mom sending her kids to school everyday and I get up, get them fed and dressed and out the door to a fun filled day!
Then in our 3rd week we'll leave on Sunday after church and head for our annual Texas Trip of VBS. This year unlike many in the past we'll only be staying 1 week not 3 or 4 .. with the kids growing we have lots to do here at home now!
I'd love to say I love Summers..however I do not like the HOT South weather! Hubby and the children did a great job at getting the pool sight ready yesterday... I need to find my camera charger so I can take a few more pictures... I posted the few I have above! The last 2 are with my cell phone this morning.. it's coming along and we hope to have it up by next weekend!
So for about 3 hrs every morning for the next 2 weeks I will be almost like a mom sending her kids to school everyday and I get up, get them fed and dressed and out the door to a fun filled day!
Then in our 3rd week we'll leave on Sunday after church and head for our annual Texas Trip of VBS. This year unlike many in the past we'll only be staying 1 week not 3 or 4 .. with the kids growing we have lots to do here at home now!
Sunday, May 29, 2011
Really Worn Out!
2nd night of text blogging... I slept most of the morning and into the afternoon... was not feelin good. VBS starts tomorrow and kids are thrilled!
Saturday, May 28, 2011
Fellowship in Faith
So you know I'm tired when I choose to send in a blog by text! It's been a long wonderful day of fellowship with friends! God is filling our life with friends!
Friday, May 27, 2011
The Next Stage!
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| My New Footwear for the Next Month ! |
Okay on to brighter news! The weather is great and We're all set for a cookout tomorrow with some new friends! Seeing God expand our horizons so to speak is Awesome!I know He has bigger and better things for the Macoy Family!
Relate Church has set us free so to speak... allowing us to serve and be a part in places we never thought we'd even want to serve in!
I am with 7 children daily 24 hrs a day and teaching more kids on the weekend was just not fun... I was so wrong! For the first time I am enjoying teaching children and seeing their faces light up!
John is ushering and the two oldest who are 13 and 12 are learning to serve even in their own classes! God is bringing out the qualities in my children I never thought possible and showing me things that amaze me daily!
My heart is aching because we had to change our plans for this weekend.. I know it is for the best.. just hard when you really what to do something and it does not pan out!
Our 3 Week Summer Vbs Run starts on Monday and the kids are beyond excited! Levi is 4 so he'll get to go to most this yr and Micah who is 13 hopes to help at as many as possible! I love Vacation Bible Schools!
Thursday, May 26, 2011
New Discoveries
As a Faith walking woman I liek to be informed to knwo what it is I am standing against!
In recent months I am learning that a diagnosis I was given @ 14 yrs old as having Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome Type X is maybe more related to my health problem that I thought!
After searching for what seems like hours I could only find what seemed like medical mumble jumble to me ! Since not many doctors in my area seem to even have heard of EDS I am contacting a dr in Ohio to see if I can get some answers! Regardless of what he says... I will stand in my belief that Indeed I am Healed by His stripes!
Last night our Pastor made a great statement that has stuck with me... You can never grow in Righteousness only in your knowledge of Righteousness! Nothing we can ever do or say will ever change our Righteousness in Christ! God is not mad at you..he never was and never will be! When Jesus died he took ALL our sin for ALL of eterntity! We will mess up and we will fail... that does not take away from the promises God made to us!
In recent months I am learning that a diagnosis I was given @ 14 yrs old as having Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome Type X is maybe more related to my health problem that I thought!
After searching for what seems like hours I could only find what seemed like medical mumble jumble to me ! Since not many doctors in my area seem to even have heard of EDS I am contacting a dr in Ohio to see if I can get some answers! Regardless of what he says... I will stand in my belief that Indeed I am Healed by His stripes!
Last night our Pastor made a great statement that has stuck with me... You can never grow in Righteousness only in your knowledge of Righteousness! Nothing we can ever do or say will ever change our Righteousness in Christ! God is not mad at you..he never was and never will be! When Jesus died he took ALL our sin for ALL of eterntity! We will mess up and we will fail... that does not take away from the promises God made to us!
Wednesday, May 25, 2011
New Techniques for A New Season
As summer fills up with lots of Vacation Bible Schools it's time to put some new practices into place:) In general we are not a napping family but as my body ages i am needing more rest... thus i've decided to put into place a rest time! My littlest still takes a nap every afternooon anyway so why not make the lil ones lay down for an hr or so I say...
Tonight is church so I figured what a better day to start this than today... Baby Ruth went down at 1:30.. I called the next 2 in and said they could lay on my bed with me... they said YAY at first... Selah who is 6 took all of about ten min and she as out... (she sleeps good like her mommy)..Levi is 4 and after a hr of threats and pleads he finally gave in and went to sleep! As for my nap.. well it turns out I may get thirty min but it is better than nothing! Ruth will be up soon !
Tiem to get ready for church is fast approaching as well so.. I think I will learn to start this whole process an hr or so earlier next wed! LOL!
In reality with the Southern heat and VBS rushes we'll get used to the rest really quick and it will make for much happier kids for daddy @ Supper each night!
I am very thankful for wonderful kids! It is so easy to judge them on a day to day basis when I really should see overall how easy I have it as a mom! Truloy we are Blessed Beyond Measure!
Tonight is church so I figured what a better day to start this than today... Baby Ruth went down at 1:30.. I called the next 2 in and said they could lay on my bed with me... they said YAY at first... Selah who is 6 took all of about ten min and she as out... (she sleeps good like her mommy)..Levi is 4 and after a hr of threats and pleads he finally gave in and went to sleep! As for my nap.. well it turns out I may get thirty min but it is better than nothing! Ruth will be up soon !
Tiem to get ready for church is fast approaching as well so.. I think I will learn to start this whole process an hr or so earlier next wed! LOL!
In reality with the Southern heat and VBS rushes we'll get used to the rest really quick and it will make for much happier kids for daddy @ Supper each night!
I am very thankful for wonderful kids! It is so easy to judge them on a day to day basis when I really should see overall how easy I have it as a mom! Truloy we are Blessed Beyond Measure!
Tuesday, May 24, 2011
Praisin in the Pain!
Despite the excruciating pain in my left foot I drug myself to the Heart Dr and had a wonderful report! ♥ Dr said everything is Great and I have 11 years on my battery... Selah said "what happens when your battery runs out?" I said" they just put another machine in" she said, " oh good, I thought you'd be dead!" Least she was brave enough to ask and not just wonder!
I would have never thought one little toe could cause so much pain! It seems to be even more swollen now and much much more tender! Just heard from hubby he got me an app with my orthopedic Dr who worked on my knee... I hope they can at least stabilize it... I can fell the bone moving now when I walk.. Ugh!
Anyway back to better news! We decided for the best that we are not going to Texas this weekend... I know it sounds like bad news however it is better! Besides we'll be heading to Texas in a few weeks for VBS anyway!
Tomorrow is WEDNESDAY ! I need my ENCOUNTER this week @ RELATE!
I would have never thought one little toe could cause so much pain! It seems to be even more swollen now and much much more tender! Just heard from hubby he got me an app with my orthopedic Dr who worked on my knee... I hope they can at least stabilize it... I can fell the bone moving now when I walk.. Ugh!
Anyway back to better news! We decided for the best that we are not going to Texas this weekend... I know it sounds like bad news however it is better! Besides we'll be heading to Texas in a few weeks for VBS anyway!
Tomorrow is WEDNESDAY ! I need my ENCOUNTER this week @ RELATE!
Monday, May 23, 2011
Changes Bring Challenges
So, today I had a a checkups scheduled for the 4 boys and I arrive 30 minutes early to discover our doctor was out of town and they put us with another... I re-scheduled cause I really like our pediatrician! All in all it was a wasted trip to town however I did manage to get everyone ready and that made me happy!
Tomorrow I have a heart checkup and I am taking the girls... it should be short and sweet!
This weekend we were planning to go to Texas... now we are not sure that will really happen... especially with gas prices! Changes bring Challenges!
When we are forced to change our ways and rethink how to walk through something it brings about new and sometimes difficult challenges. Walking in Faith allows me to remember that indeed there is always a reason for something... I learn with every step and every change... it is not what comes your way that is the challenge it is how you respond to that change that is challenging!
Tomorrow I have a heart checkup and I am taking the girls... it should be short and sweet!
This weekend we were planning to go to Texas... now we are not sure that will really happen... especially with gas prices! Changes bring Challenges!
When we are forced to change our ways and rethink how to walk through something it brings about new and sometimes difficult challenges. Walking in Faith allows me to remember that indeed there is always a reason for something... I learn with every step and every change... it is not what comes your way that is the challenge it is how you respond to that change that is challenging!
Sunday, May 22, 2011
Whoa What a Week!
Yeah I know my title sounds like it should be friday already... I am just thinking about how long today was! Then you add in that on Monday, I have check ups for four boys @2 , Tueday I have a checkup @2 for my heart, and Wednesday I take my 12 yr old to thr dr for a check up @2 for his recent appendectomy then Church that night! Let's just say I will be ready for Thursday! Shhhhh.. we are planning a 2 day trip to Texas to hear a long time evangelist ot my parents that I have known since I was very little! Depending on housing if mom and dad will allow us to stay in the house trailer or not since with gas prices we cannot afford a room too!
So this week is nearing the end of it's frist day and I am already tired! Praise the Lord that I CAN DO ALLTHINGS THROUGH CHRIST WHO GIVES ME STRENGTH!
So this week is nearing the end of it's frist day and I am already tired! Praise the Lord that I CAN DO ALLTHINGS THROUGH CHRIST WHO GIVES ME STRENGTH!
Saturday, May 21, 2011
Softening The Heart!
Some might classify me as brass or brutally honest.. even when it comes to my children I find it hard to cry over every little injury, I do see more than an average mom! I am very thankful that my children are exceptionally healthy and to see them grow is amazing me!
Recently I begin to ask God to soften my heart and I am not sure I knew what I was in for! Slowly I begin to see even the little things as "awe how sweet" or "oh sweetie let me kiss it" I know sappy right? Really it has been a wonderful experience for me!
Not only in areas of my children, add in that of my hubby and my friends too! I won't lie and say I cry at the drop of a hat now... I am just not that emotional always, though I do have my moments! I do however see the pain or the joy of my children and others in a new light!
Human I am and I forget all to often my pain is so minimal to that of others! I am currently nursing a broken lil toe and because I broke the second bone, not the top one, it has led me to feel it more that in past broke toes! God showed me last night that despite my pain I could be so much worse off and really this bad day is not all that bad!
So as God softens my heart ever so gently as always, I am begin to see that there is more to this life than the bumps and bruises of everyday! Though it is how we handle the little things that shapes the way we react to the Big Bumps and Bruises!
Recently I begin to ask God to soften my heart and I am not sure I knew what I was in for! Slowly I begin to see even the little things as "awe how sweet" or "oh sweetie let me kiss it" I know sappy right? Really it has been a wonderful experience for me!
Not only in areas of my children, add in that of my hubby and my friends too! I won't lie and say I cry at the drop of a hat now... I am just not that emotional always, though I do have my moments! I do however see the pain or the joy of my children and others in a new light!
Human I am and I forget all to often my pain is so minimal to that of others! I am currently nursing a broken lil toe and because I broke the second bone, not the top one, it has led me to feel it more that in past broke toes! God showed me last night that despite my pain I could be so much worse off and really this bad day is not all that bad!
So as God softens my heart ever so gently as always, I am begin to see that there is more to this life than the bumps and bruises of everyday! Though it is how we handle the little things that shapes the way we react to the Big Bumps and Bruises!
Friday, May 20, 2011
Faithful Friday!
I am beyond happy to have my crew home with me again! We went outside and snapped pictures till my camera battery died! I love seeing their smiling faces and hearing their voices! God knew what he was doing when he gave me all my blessings! Enjoy the Pictures!
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| My Sweet Ruth |
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| My All Boy Levi |
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| My Girly Selah |
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| My Grace |
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| All My Girls! |
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| My Two Youngest |
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| Catch Me if You Can Moment! |
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| I'll Pull Down the Tree Mom! |
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| Loving to Pose |
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| Pure @ Heart! |
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| Climbing the Tree! |
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| Loving the Toothless Grin! |
Thursday, May 19, 2011
Long Trip, Long Day...Great Results!
We chose to take off at midnight this morning and head to Texas to get our 5 children we loaned to my mom as I recovered from knee surgery. I missed them terribly though it was a very peaceful few days with the just the two oldest... My Birthday, Yesterday, was the most stressful out of all the days.. I made the mistake of speaking my mind on facebook and my hubby's entire family took it the wrong way! It ended up in a very heated discussion where I said things and one of His sisters said worse things... almost making me want to give up being a mother all together! I am no longer going to be friends on facebook with those who are so sensitive! I will choose my words and my "friends" more carefully!
I am most Happy that I do not live by words of others!
Anyway now that I have vented a little I would like to say that I am indeed have had a much better day today except for some bug or something I cannot seem to shake!
It is the weirdest feeling being nauseous and fighting a headache... feeling like you need to eat one minute and throw up the next! NO I AM NOT ! For those of you thinking you know the answer! I think my pain med threw me for a loop i am having a time recovering from!
So after 12 hrs in the van I am happy to be home! Even more so with all 7 of my children! Thank you MOMMY for taking such good care of them!
I am most Happy that I do not live by words of others!
Anyway now that I have vented a little I would like to say that I am indeed have had a much better day today except for some bug or something I cannot seem to shake!
It is the weirdest feeling being nauseous and fighting a headache... feeling like you need to eat one minute and throw up the next! NO I AM NOT ! For those of you thinking you know the answer! I think my pain med threw me for a loop i am having a time recovering from!
So after 12 hrs in the van I am happy to be home! Even more so with all 7 of my children! Thank you MOMMY for taking such good care of them!
Wednesday, May 18, 2011
Another Ordinary Day!
Today is a day like any other... except my hubby's family has started a word war by taking something i said and twisting it all around! Even after I apologized they will not let it go... that is nothing new... they are known for holding grudges! I give up on trying to change the minds of people who won't listen!
On top of that I miss my kids TERRIBLY! I want so bad just to beam them home! Tomorrow I keep telling myself... tomorrow!
I don't fell like doing much today and yet I have so much that needs to be done! It all can wait! My chaotic life deserves a day once a year to not be in chaos and what better day to that than my birthday!
I love my family !
On top of that I miss my kids TERRIBLY! I want so bad just to beam them home! Tomorrow I keep telling myself... tomorrow!
I don't fell like doing much today and yet I have so much that needs to be done! It all can wait! My chaotic life deserves a day once a year to not be in chaos and what better day to that than my birthday!
I love my family !
Tuesday, May 17, 2011
Happy 12th Birthday John Russell!
John Russell was born into our family in the middle of May! His birthday came the day after my Lil Sister's Birthday and the Day before mine! The doctor even let him go home at 24 hrs old so I could spend my birthday out of the hospital!
He loves to be OUTSIDE ... give him dirt or a ball and he'll be happy for hrs! He loves to imagine and build forts for his lil siblings!
I LOVE LOVE HIS SMILE! With his braces you can now see his new improved smile as it brings his teeth down to where they need to be!
His creative side never ceases to Amaze me! He insists on being different and in a good way!
He loves to color and draw! He is very talented in anything Crafty!
To say John is Shy is the understatement of the year! He has just overcome his fear of asking for a refill on his Drink at a restaurant! I am so proud of how far he's come and how much he is changing!
Most of all I enjoy His funny spur of the moment side! In the van, in the house, on a movie theater, in church... he will just spontaneously get bold and break out his funky dance! Honestly he can make me laugh at any moment!
On this his 12th Birthday we are even more thankful for him being in our family! Just a week ago he was in massive pain and his daddy rushed him to the E.R. where the next day they took out his appendix that was VERY infected and would have burst had they not taken it out! God has truloy blessed us with a Wonderful Son and shown us God's Love and power through this Child! I Love you John Russell! Happy Birthday!
He was Tiny at birth! Even though he weighed a healthy 7lbs 12 ozs... he lost down to 6 lbs before he started gaining! At 6 weeks I called him a drowned rat he was so skinny!
He loves to be OUTSIDE ... give him dirt or a ball and he'll be happy for hrs! He loves to imagine and build forts for his lil siblings!
He loves to color and draw! He is very talented in anything Crafty!
To say John is Shy is the understatement of the year! He has just overcome his fear of asking for a refill on his Drink at a restaurant! I am so proud of how far he's come and how much he is changing!
Monday, May 16, 2011
Time with Two!
We took the boys to eat Pizza and see Thor on Saturday! Having just 2 was a huge change for us and a nice break!
We celebrated at Relate Group with a Huge Cookie Cake !
Hard to believe He'll be 12 Tomorrow !
I will officially be mid thirties on Wed!
Doc said I am recovering VERY WELL ! YAY! I can come off the crutches whenever I need too!
(warning the pic is not pretty to look at but a true blessing for me! )
So now that my knee is bettrer I am nursing a broken little toe on my left foot! Ouch is right! It is a good thing I stil have pain med .. you never realize how much you need your little toe till you can't use it! Thankfulness some in so many forms and often even when we don't feel thankful we must be! There is ALWAYS something to be thankful for!
This time with my boys has been Amazing! I harldy get to send more than a few hrs with each of them and having this many days brings true Joy to my heart!
My two oldest have grown on in so many areas ... time has flown by and to see them becoming young men brings tears to my eyes! I love my children and Iam so excited to be able to go get my other 5 on Wed night!
We celebrated at Relate Group with a Huge Cookie Cake !
Hard to believe He'll be 12 Tomorrow !
I will officially be mid thirties on Wed!
Doc said I am recovering VERY WELL ! YAY! I can come off the crutches whenever I need too!
(warning the pic is not pretty to look at but a true blessing for me! )
So now that my knee is bettrer I am nursing a broken little toe on my left foot! Ouch is right! It is a good thing I stil have pain med .. you never realize how much you need your little toe till you can't use it! Thankfulness some in so many forms and often even when we don't feel thankful we must be! There is ALWAYS something to be thankful for!
This time with my boys has been Amazing! I harldy get to send more than a few hrs with each of them and having this many days brings true Joy to my heart!
They were not excited about picking up the kids early! Who can blame them.. they have taken on so much since I have been down for 2 weeks!
My two oldest have grown on in so many areas ... time has flown by and to see them becoming young men brings tears to my eyes! I love my children and Iam so excited to be able to go get my other 5 on Wed night!
Sunday, May 15, 2011
Do You Relate?
Last night we went to a Relate group ... it is a small group of believers in our church getting together on a common belief that we indeed need to fellowship and enjoy time outside of church! Last night we spent the time discussing Worship and how powerful it can be in solving so many problems! When we put our focus on God and all He has done for us we lose sight of all the problems around us!
Today we saw our oldest get Baptized after recommitting his life to Christ! It was an Awesome experience as a Parent! After church we went at our great friends ate lunch and went to another fiends to play cards! (BTW I won the game!)
After we played cards we went to another Relate group and I think I laughed so hard my side still hurts! It was a great fellowship with manby new friends and I see how God is blessing us over and over in this new Church!
Truly we are Blessed Beyond Measure!
I miss my children more today :( It is so hard being away from him and even though I know it is for my own good and they are having a great time I still feel that empty feelign in my heart! It will be over soon!
Today we saw our oldest get Baptized after recommitting his life to Christ! It was an Awesome experience as a Parent! After church we went at our great friends ate lunch and went to another fiends to play cards! (BTW I won the game!)
After we played cards we went to another Relate group and I think I laughed so hard my side still hurts! It was a great fellowship with manby new friends and I see how God is blessing us over and over in this new Church!
Truly we are Blessed Beyond Measure!
I miss my children more today :( It is so hard being away from him and even though I know it is for my own good and they are having a great time I still feel that empty feelign in my heart! It will be over soon!
Saturday, May 14, 2011
Suddenly Saturday
We relaxed today in the form of seeing a movie and enjoying the two oldest boys! Not having the kids since yesterday... it has been very very quiet! Though i've enjoyed the peace it is much different for me! we are blessed beyond measure!
Friday, May 13, 2011
missing a blog post... not my fault
I love being able to blog in so many ways... Since my site is down I'll post on another site and transfer it when it comes back up!
Teary Joy!
Though my heart is filled with Joy at the much needed break I am receiving to recover in I am most teary eyed as I realize I will not see my 5 youngest Children in 5 days! My mom who lives 2 states over has graciously offered to keep them while I recover! As my second son put it... if it were just your knee or just my appendix we'd be great... it's when you add the two that makes it difficult!
God is protecting them and giving my heart peace as I surrrender my all to Him in letting my children go for a week! Iknow it is for the best and I will recover FAST so I can get back on both feet and doing all that God has called me to do!!
God is protecting them and giving my heart peace as I surrrender my all to Him in letting my children go for a week! Iknow it is for the best and I will recover FAST so I can get back on both feet and doing all that God has called me to do!!
Making an Effort!
Making an Effort!
May 12, 2011
I have been blogging every day of this year and today my streak will be broken not my choice mind you and now it is actually still going since I have another place to write! YAY!
Today I asked a nurse how her day was going and her response was a so Awesome! She said "I am walking in my joy! I don't let anything steal it.. even if somethings do come close!" I told her that has been my motto during this battle with my knee... No matter how much pain I am in I can still smile and Worship my God!
I have been making an effort to listen to what I say and watch the words coming from my mouth!
This week I have seen God in all His glory as He protected my son through surgery and gave me a peace I know I needed to go ahead with mine! Add to that the response by our new church family and it brings me to tears! The prayers and words of encouragement are overwhelming! The meals provided are a BLESSING! God is faithful! Thank to those who have seen a way to help us in any way! We really appreciate it!
Thank you Lord, for taking care of my family and watching over us!
May 12, 2011
I have been blogging every day of this year and today my streak will be broken not my choice mind you and now it is actually still going since I have another place to write! YAY!
Today I asked a nurse how her day was going and her response was a so Awesome! She said "I am walking in my joy! I don't let anything steal it.. even if somethings do come close!" I told her that has been my motto during this battle with my knee... No matter how much pain I am in I can still smile and Worship my God!
I have been making an effort to listen to what I say and watch the words coming from my mouth!
This week I have seen God in all His glory as He protected my son through surgery and gave me a peace I know I needed to go ahead with mine! Add to that the response by our new church family and it brings me to tears! The prayers and words of encouragement are overwhelming! The meals provided are a BLESSING! God is faithful! Thank to those who have seen a way to help us in any way! We really appreciate it!
Thank you Lord, for taking care of my family and watching over us!
Wednesday, May 11, 2011
Blessed Surgery
So my almost 12 yr old had his appendix out this morning... doc said it would have ruptured by the end of today... we are very thankful they caught it! My knee surgery is scheduled for tomorrow and i'd like to be doing so much to get the house ready of i'm forced to sit!:( Right now being alone is nice and peaceful though i miss my kids because they keep my mind off myself and keep me busy! I very thankful that John R came through surgery with flying colors... now to get him and i back on the mend quickly! God is faithful! I'm so impressed by God's love and mercy!
Tuesday, May 10, 2011
Like A Monday!
We were so busy yesterday it has almost been like a second Monday for us! I slpet horribly last night so after getting a late start on the day we did manage to acccomplish school and get the house looking ok... Then a crisis arose! My almost 12 yr old handles pain VERY well and he was almost doubled over with a pain in his side... so hubby sent his sister to get him and off to the E.R. they went. Still waiiting to hear so I'll post more later! ( added in two hrs later... drs said he does have appendictius ! )
Yesterday we took the 2 youngest girls to the eye doctor. The 1 yr old got a clean bill and told to come back in 3-4 yrs! The 6 yr old, who has been wearing glasses since she was 3, was told to go back to putting drops in her good eye to make her weak eye work again and come back in 6 months!
I am still fighting this knee problem:( Surgery is in 2 days and I am ready to walking again already! I miss not being able to bend down whenever I want and sit wherever I want! Or carry Ruth (my sweet baby) around anywhere. I know now how precious walking is and how I will be so much more cautious of everything!
Our words are so often the cause of the things that happen ... life and death are in the power or the tongue! Watching what I say has become very important to me and I know God has given us free will so I intend to use my will to follow His much more closely from now on!
Yesterday we took the 2 youngest girls to the eye doctor. The 1 yr old got a clean bill and told to come back in 3-4 yrs! The 6 yr old, who has been wearing glasses since she was 3, was told to go back to putting drops in her good eye to make her weak eye work again and come back in 6 months!
I am still fighting this knee problem:( Surgery is in 2 days and I am ready to walking again already! I miss not being able to bend down whenever I want and sit wherever I want! Or carry Ruth (my sweet baby) around anywhere. I know now how precious walking is and how I will be so much more cautious of everything!
Our words are so often the cause of the things that happen ... life and death are in the power or the tongue! Watching what I say has become very important to me and I know God has given us free will so I intend to use my will to follow His much more closely from now on!
Monday, May 9, 2011
Great Friends!
I was informed yesterday that some great friends will be providing meals while I am off my feet! Today a great friend took me with my girls to their eye app! It is people like you that make a Girl smile! God provides in every situation! I am so Very Very Blessed!
Though my post is short and sweet it no where near touches where my heart has been touched today and this past weekend!
Remember you are Blessed to be A Blessing!
Though my post is short and sweet it no where near touches where my heart has been touched today and this past weekend!
Remember you are Blessed to be A Blessing!
Sunday, May 8, 2011
Mother's Day
M is for Many, Many things you do to protect me and gude my every step!
O is for the Openness of your heart to learn with every mistake!
T is for the Abundance of Time you give each and every day!
H is for the How you do so much and never complain!
E is for the Everything that you share with me and teach me!
R is for the Respect I have for you that grows each day I live!
So often as a mom we do so much without a Thank You! Honestly I do miss the gratitude sometimes.. though you know I see it every day, I just forget to look or even listen for the ways it comes! Daily I see my chidren grow, physically and Spiritually... that is alone is enough for me!
Today I am Thankful for my Pastor challenging me to be a better wife, because in that I will become a better mom!
O is for the Openness of your heart to learn with every mistake!
T is for the Abundance of Time you give each and every day!
H is for the How you do so much and never complain!
E is for the Everything that you share with me and teach me!
R is for the Respect I have for you that grows each day I live!
So often as a mom we do so much without a Thank You! Honestly I do miss the gratitude sometimes.. though you know I see it every day, I just forget to look or even listen for the ways it comes! Daily I see my chidren grow, physically and Spiritually... that is alone is enough for me!
Today I am Thankful for my Pastor challenging me to be a better wife, because in that I will become a better mom!
Saturday, May 7, 2011
We Will Overcome!
In John 16 it says, In the world you have tribulation and trials and distress and frustration; but be of good cheer [take courage; be confident, certain, undaunted]! For I have overcome the world. [I have deprived it of power to harm you and have conquered it for you.]
I am standing in my Belief that indeed God's Word is true! My body may face trouble yet in the world that trouble has been deprived of all power to harm me for it has already been conquered!
Sometimes I find myself asking Why? I know none of you ever do that! Then I find peace in knowing I serve a God who knows all so I don't have to! He even knows what's best for me.. it says in Psalm 37 ..Delight thyself also in the LORD: and he shall give thee the desires of thine heart.
In the matter of my need which I know are often many I see is Word says this in Philippians 4:19
But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus.
Honestly what do any of us have to worry if we are taken care of and protected and given our every desire by such a Mighty God!
I am standing in my Belief that indeed God's Word is true! My body may face trouble yet in the world that trouble has been deprived of all power to harm me for it has already been conquered!
Sometimes I find myself asking Why? I know none of you ever do that! Then I find peace in knowing I serve a God who knows all so I don't have to! He even knows what's best for me.. it says in Psalm 37 ..Delight thyself also in the LORD: and he shall give thee the desires of thine heart.
In the matter of my need which I know are often many I see is Word says this in Philippians 4:19
But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus.
Honestly what do any of us have to worry if we are taken care of and protected and given our every desire by such a Mighty God!
Friday, May 6, 2011
Five Words Friday
Wisdom ~ the quality or state of being wise; knowledge of what is true or right coupled with just judgment as to action; sagacity, discernment, or insight.
.Exodus 31:3
And I have filled him with the spirit of God, in wisdom, and in understanding, and in knowledge, and in all manner of workmanship
Proverbs 2:6
For the LORD giveth wisdom: out of his mouth cometh knowledge and understanding.
Proverbs 4:7
Wisdom is the principal thing; therefore get wisdom: and with all thy getting get understanding.
Overcome ~ to get the better of in a struggle or conflict; conquer; defeat: to overcome the enemy.
John 16:33
These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world.
Accomplish ~ to bring to its goal or conclusion; carry out; perform; finish: to accomplish one's mission.
.Leviticus 22:21
And whosoever offereth a sacrifice of peace offerings unto the LORD to accomplish his vow, or a freewill offering in beeves or sheep, it shall be perfect to be accepted; there shall be no blemish therein.
.1 Peter 5:9
Whom resist stedfast in the faith, knowing that the same afflictions are accomplished in your brethren that are in the world.
Think ~
to have a conscious mind, to some extent of reasoning, remembering experiences, making rational decisions, etc.
Proverbs 23:7
For as he thinketh in his heart, so is he: Eat and drink, saith he to thee; but his heart is not with thee.
.Philippians 4:8
Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things.
Believe ~ to have confidence in the truth, the existence, or the reliability of something, although without absolute proof that one is right in doing so: Only if one believes in something can one act purposefully.
.
Exodus 4:8
And it shall come to pass, if they will not believe thee, neither hearken to the voice of the first sign, that they will believe the voice of the latter sign.
John 3:16
For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.
.Exodus 31:3
And I have filled him with the spirit of God, in wisdom, and in understanding, and in knowledge, and in all manner of workmanship
Proverbs 2:6
For the LORD giveth wisdom: out of his mouth cometh knowledge and understanding.
Proverbs 4:7
Wisdom is the principal thing; therefore get wisdom: and with all thy getting get understanding.
Overcome ~ to get the better of in a struggle or conflict; conquer; defeat: to overcome the enemy.
John 16:33
These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world.
Accomplish ~ to bring to its goal or conclusion; carry out; perform; finish: to accomplish one's mission.
.Leviticus 22:21
And whosoever offereth a sacrifice of peace offerings unto the LORD to accomplish his vow, or a freewill offering in beeves or sheep, it shall be perfect to be accepted; there shall be no blemish therein.
.1 Peter 5:9
Whom resist stedfast in the faith, knowing that the same afflictions are accomplished in your brethren that are in the world.
Think ~
to have a conscious mind, to some extent of reasoning, remembering experiences, making rational decisions, etc.
Proverbs 23:7
For as he thinketh in his heart, so is he: Eat and drink, saith he to thee; but his heart is not with thee.
.Philippians 4:8
Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things.
Believe ~ to have confidence in the truth, the existence, or the reliability of something, although without absolute proof that one is right in doing so: Only if one believes in something can one act purposefully.
.
Exodus 4:8
And it shall come to pass, if they will not believe thee, neither hearken to the voice of the first sign, that they will believe the voice of the latter sign.
John 3:16
For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.
Thursday, May 5, 2011
Today is a Great Thursday!
I awoke today! I know that may seem silly to you but when you think about the number of people that do not wake up on any given morning... then surely it has to be a blessing!
I think I woke up every hr last night so I had PLENTY of time to listen and pray! I know that God can teach through anything and I am always looking to learn!
Today is going to be a GREAT day! I am blessed with wonderful children and an Awesome husband! When I hear people say how tough it must be to have 7 kids ...I almost laugh inside when I hear that... they truly don't know what it is like to have 7 or they would not be saying that! In reality having 7 is just as tough as having 1 or 2 to some people. It is all relative to what you see as hard! I do NOT see having 7 children as hard and more rather the way of life I have chosen!
Even in tough times or rather especially in hard times I am most thankful for my 7 blessings! There is not a dull moment in my house and I am surrounded by loving arms and hugs a plenty!
Today is going to be a GREAT Thursday!
Indeed today has been a GREAT Thursday! I am beyond blessed with the way my children are taking care of me ! My hubby is taking great care of my every need and I am in awe and how my love grows for him!
I think I woke up every hr last night so I had PLENTY of time to listen and pray! I know that God can teach through anything and I am always looking to learn!
Today is going to be a GREAT day! I am blessed with wonderful children and an Awesome husband! When I hear people say how tough it must be to have 7 kids ...I almost laugh inside when I hear that... they truly don't know what it is like to have 7 or they would not be saying that! In reality having 7 is just as tough as having 1 or 2 to some people. It is all relative to what you see as hard! I do NOT see having 7 children as hard and more rather the way of life I have chosen!
Even in tough times or rather especially in hard times I am most thankful for my 7 blessings! There is not a dull moment in my house and I am surrounded by loving arms and hugs a plenty!
Today is going to be a GREAT Thursday!
Indeed today has been a GREAT Thursday! I am beyond blessed with the way my children are taking care of me ! My hubby is taking great care of my every need and I am in awe and how my love grows for him!
Wednesday, May 4, 2011
Wow What A Blessing!
As I am priviledged to sit and do nothing for this period of time I see the qualities in each of my children that make me smile, make me feel comfort, make me feel loved! What an awesome feeling to see the Light of God in each of your children!
So often we are overwhelmed by a situation we are in or physical pain we experience... that we forget the MANY blessings around us and the Love God shows us!
Blessings are surrounding me at every glance.. how can I sulk or be sad at the pain I might be feeling when in reality it is so small to all the Joy I can embrace!
Thank you Lord for showing me love today and giving me grace to make it through the things I may face that are tough! I will make it through my "bad day"!
I just had to add that I am blessed to be a part of a Wonderful body of believers! Faith walking and believing in every ounce of God's power!
They graciously are standing with me in this time of need and believing that I will NOT need surgery to just discover what is wrong! I agree with all my heart and continue to Thank my God for His healing Power!
So often we are overwhelmed by a situation we are in or physical pain we experience... that we forget the MANY blessings around us and the Love God shows us!
Blessings are surrounding me at every glance.. how can I sulk or be sad at the pain I might be feeling when in reality it is so small to all the Joy I can embrace!
Thank you Lord for showing me love today and giving me grace to make it through the things I may face that are tough! I will make it through my "bad day"!
I just had to add that I am blessed to be a part of a Wonderful body of believers! Faith walking and believing in every ounce of God's power!
They graciously are standing with me in this time of need and believing that I will NOT need surgery to just discover what is wrong! I agree with all my heart and continue to Thank my God for His healing Power!
Tuesday, May 3, 2011
Choices We Make!
After a visit to the doctor today for my knee I am facing some hard choices! In normal circumstances one on my position would have an MR! to determine the extent of the damage... however with my pacemaker that option is out!
So now I must see another doctor on Friday and see if his opinion is the same as the doctor today that surgery to explore the damage and see if it really exists is the only way to go!
All this talk make me need some encouragement... here is a few scriptures I am continuing to stand on!
Hebrews 12: 12-13
Wherefore lift up the hands which hang down, and the feeble knees;
And make straight paths for your feet, lest that which is lame be turned out of the way; but let it rather be healed.
1 Peter 2:24
Who his own self bare our sins in his own body on the tree, that we, being dead to sins, should live unto righteousness: by whose stripes ye were healed.
So now I must see another doctor on Friday and see if his opinion is the same as the doctor today that surgery to explore the damage and see if it really exists is the only way to go!
All this talk make me need some encouragement... here is a few scriptures I am continuing to stand on!
Hebrews 12: 12-13
Wherefore lift up the hands which hang down, and the feeble knees;
And make straight paths for your feet, lest that which is lame be turned out of the way; but let it rather be healed.
1 Peter 2:24
Who his own self bare our sins in his own body on the tree, that we, being dead to sins, should live unto righteousness: by whose stripes ye were healed.
Monday, May 2, 2011
Faith Walking!
Hebrews 12:12-13
Therefore, strengthen the hands that are weak and the knees that are feeble,
and make straight paths for your feet, so that the limb which is lame may not be put out of joint, but rather be healed.
Since tomorrow was a very long day I am "walking " on faith even more today! My knee is still causing me a great deal of pain and tomorrow I go to the doc to see if they can figure out what it is causing this pain!
Today has been Very Very Blessed! The children are a great help and we managed to accomplish school! Chores are being done a second time and I am going to attempt to play video games with the kids!
I won't deny I am enjoying the abilty to sit and not feel guilty ... however the pain I must endure to have this priviledge makes me want to get up and clean the entire house myself if that would cure me!
Indeed it has been a new challenge to be with the kids 20 hrs a day... you say but isn't that normal? Well for me.. no... I can usually hide out and read a book or fold clothes in my room.. being confined to the couch means no doors and constant attention from every loving child! I think I am beginning to like it even more than I have and you know that makes this pain all worth the while!
Don't get me wrong I am not saying it can stay! This pain must leave NOW...in Jesus Name! I am strong! I can do ALL things through Christ who gives me Strength! Phil 4:13
Therefore, strengthen the hands that are weak and the knees that are feeble,
and make straight paths for your feet, so that the limb which is lame may not be put out of joint, but rather be healed.
Since tomorrow was a very long day I am "walking " on faith even more today! My knee is still causing me a great deal of pain and tomorrow I go to the doc to see if they can figure out what it is causing this pain!
Today has been Very Very Blessed! The children are a great help and we managed to accomplish school! Chores are being done a second time and I am going to attempt to play video games with the kids!
I won't deny I am enjoying the abilty to sit and not feel guilty ... however the pain I must endure to have this priviledge makes me want to get up and clean the entire house myself if that would cure me!
Indeed it has been a new challenge to be with the kids 20 hrs a day... you say but isn't that normal? Well for me.. no... I can usually hide out and read a book or fold clothes in my room.. being confined to the couch means no doors and constant attention from every loving child! I think I am beginning to like it even more than I have and you know that makes this pain all worth the while!
Don't get me wrong I am not saying it can stay! This pain must leave NOW...in Jesus Name! I am strong! I can do ALL things through Christ who gives me Strength! Phil 4:13
Sunday, May 1, 2011
Sunday Short and Sweet
Our day has been anything very long ... and yet it seemed very short! after spending almost 4 hrs @ church ... which was great... we went to a great friends house where we spent over 9 hrs in fellowship! needless to say we're exhausted and headed home to hit the sack!
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