We all need revival!

We were in revival last week, and while it was good, I'm just plain tired now. I will say that the sermon Sunday morning was just what I needed though. It was an old fashioned, tell it like it is, no sugar coating message on hell. Since Sunday morning I've just been thinking about all the good people who I know and love who are lost as can be and what can I do to help them? I believe more than ever that we are quickly approaching the return of our Saviour, and I don't want anyone to be left. So I would encourage all my brothers and sisters in Christ to pray earnestly for the conviction of the Holy Spirit to fall on our lost and loved ones and friends. As we know, unless He draws them, they will not find salvation.

That leads me to another thought from another message. Our salvation serves as more than a way to Heaven. It's our means of glorifying our Creator! He has so much for us and loves us so much! What a gift............

Catching up

It's been a while since I've written and I don't have much to say other than today I am praying for my friend who has alot on her plate. We love Baine and hope he has a speedy recovery, and your other needs will not be forgotten. We have the promise that God is our stronghold and He knows those who trust in Him.

Kindergarten and socks.........

So my girl is back in school and excited to be in kindergarten. She is not excited about having to wear socks with her shoes........they drive her nuts so you can imagine the battle that comes with putting on tennis shoes. Good grief! This morning she wore new shoes with no socks. They are cute, but maybe a bit roomy right now, of course with a little sock they would be fine. Nope. No socks. Oh well, it is what it is and I didn't want to fight over it again.

The trip to Turkey Creek was fun. Everyone had a good time, and I'm pretty sure would have stayed another day if we could have. There was plenty to do and we had a nice place to rest. It was a good trip so I'm sure we'll go back some time.

Our big movie screen arrived yesterday! It's 9 feet tall and over 12 feet wide. I'm anxious to get it inflated and show a movie for our kids at church. We've got a backyard campout in the works at Wolf Creek that we're all excited about. What a fun way to spend time with your church family!

out with the old..........

I've been working on getting rid of old clothes and toys and anything else that's taking up space in my home. It's quite a process, but my goal is to have a stress free atmosphere within a few weeks. Out with the old is the easy part.......in with the new is not so easy.

I'm headed out tomorrow with the boys for a couple of days of fun. It's gonna be hot, but there's plenty of water available should I decide to get in. I'm anxious to get there and get settled and spend some time with a good group of boys.

The big event of the week however was the departing of Hatch and Rose......Brenna's chickens. It was a tough decision to make for a 5 year old, but she understood it was for the best. She handled it pretty well even though her little heart was aching. They were her chickens and she loved them and I love her more than I can put into words.

Thinking about Christmas

It's only July, and I've got Christmas on the brain. Lee and I are helping with the play at church for the kids and adults. I think we've come up with some fun stuff and I'm anxious to get started planning. The goal is to avoid stress and make it fun for everyone. Surely 4 months will give us enough time to get props gathered, built, and painted. I refuse to wait till the last minute on this. I am praying the kids will like the event I have planned for them and that we can reach out to our community to share the good news about God's gift to us! New songs and hands on activities are part of the plan. I think it will be great.

First though we have to go on one more outing with the boys. Our kids have all worked hard this year with their scriptures and songs, and they have earned a reward. Two days of taking it easy at the lake with lots to do should be fun. Lee and I love those kids and are looking forward to hanging out with them. My nephew will be joining us and I'm glad about that.

Have a great day!

Swim Baby Swim

Brenna started swimming lessons this week and did fine. One more week and she'll be well on her way to being a good little swimmer.

We leave for Branson tomorrow where we will join the Jenkins's's's for another weekend of fun in the sun. We're staying at Castle Rock which has an indoor water park and if the temperatures get as hot as they say I may actually jump in! It will be fun I'm sure.

We had a good time in Willard for the 4th. Some new faces were on the scene this year, and we were able to see our good friends the Weltons. There was tons of good food, and watching my daughter interact with all those boys is always good entertainment!

MRI at 5:00! Woo Hoo!

We survived!

We had a great time camping, even if it was hot. It's always fun to be around good friends. We were sorry the Johnsons weren't with us but understood.

Another weekend of fun coming up! We're headed to Theodosia tomorrow to spend time with the Keith family then we're off to Willard for the 4th of July with the Jenkins'. We are looking forward to seeing them and and the Weltons!

God has blessed us with so many good friends and family. I am thankful for all of you, but most of all I'm thankful for the bond we share through the blood of Jesus.