A Place to Land

Book Give- Away

2010-10-29T01:28:00.000-04:00

Go over and visit A Joyful Chaos's Blog and enter for a chance to win this book.

It feels like Summer time here in the South with the ac coming on quite a bit, the temps are so crazy for this time of year. My pansies have been planted for weeks but some died either by the heat or from the grubs and critters that the cold weather normally gets rid of. My husband and I enjoy our times together outside in the yard, in the gardens or just sitting for quite moments in our swing or glider. Times like these are few and far between but we enjoy them when we can. I was able to do some canning this Summer or was it this Fall Lol. With the weather being so warm for so long the fresh vegetables have been in abundance. I canned some green beans. Tomatoes and apple butter.

I had some help from Katie when time away from school permitted. I really want my girl's to know how to do these things it can really come in handy and it tastes so good to. I will miss her when she goes to college next year even though she will live at home just know she will be away makes me start to miss her presence at home already.. I still miss my oldest and I see her ever day. Well she studies most of this time but I know she is here. I love my family very much. Families change sort of like the seasons.The seasons change, the leaves fall and the grass dies, we are reminded by this verse how short our lives are. So enjoy all the time you have with your loved ones with love and laughter and always keeping God first in your heart and life makes life so much easier. Until my next post I hope everyone is well and happy. Thanks for coming by and God bless.

1 Peter 1 :24-25
For all flesh is as grass and all the glory of man as the flower of grass. The grass withereth and theflower thereof falleth away. But the word of the Lord endureth forever and this is the word which by the gospel is preached unto you.

Catching Up~

2010-10-10T16:29:00.001-04:00

Summer is over and Fall is here. My flowers are blooming and you will find me in my garden as often as the hot weather permits.Since we last met. Katie celebrated her nineteenth Birthday. It is hard to believe my baby girl is eighteen, a Senior in high school and driving a car. Time goes by so fast. Wade and I celebrated twenty one years of marriage. Katie is taking piano lessons and she loves it.Wade is working lots and keeping his grass beautiful.I do enjoy being outside as much as I can. Bible school at Westgate Baptist Church was really great. Katie and I worked with the third grade class. We had a great class and we really enjoyed our time with these children. Its amazing how such young children have such a great thirst for the Lord and His word. I hope we made a difference in something we said or did during Bible school. We we also able to get to know more people from our our church. We took the girls up to Columbus, North Carolina for The Fourth of July celebration.We had lots of fun, food and fireworks. then we were able to attend services at Faith Baptist church and were invited for more food, fun and beautiful fireworks. It is always a pleasure to here the choir and see our friends from Faith. The Greer Baptist Camp Meeting is still under way. We had a short visit from Wade's Dad who lives in Maryland. It was nice to see him and Wade's sister. I have new friends on blogger. Jonathan and Emily Washer. Their blog is called No Good Thing. They are Missionaries with National Goals. Please go over and visit and give them your prayers and support.They are a very sweet Godly family who loves to serve the Lord.
Thank you all who have been faithful to remain with me on blogger. I forgot how much I missed it until I started doing my layout again. This is me playing catch up and when I started this post is was Summer time and now it is October and Fall is here even though it feels like Summer time. Hope all is well and Blessed. God is so good. Hold fast to His word and he will hold fast to you.

A Prayer in Spring~

2010-04-05T21:18:00.001-04:00

A Prayer in Spring

Oh, give us pleasure in the flowers to-day;
And give us not to think so far away
As the uncertain harvest; keep us here
All simply in the springing of the year.

Oh, give us pleasure in the orchard white,
Like nothing else by day, like ghosts by night;
And make us happy in the happy bees,
The swarm dilating round the perfect trees.

And make us happy in the darting bird
That suddenly above the bees is heard,
The meteor that thrusts in with needle bill,
And off a blossom in mid air stands still.

For this is love and nothing else is love,
The which it is reserved for God above
To sanctify to what far ends He will,
But which it only needs that we fulfil.

Robert Frost

What You Took From Me~

2010-03-05T12:10:00.001-05:00

Lyrics by the Whisnants~
Lord I've come today to thank you
not for things I've ever mentioned here before
not for blessings you have given or the joys you've promised are in store
so as I bow before you give me the words to express my deepest thanks not for what you've given but lord for what you took away

You took my guilt and shame all my sinful blame became as yours, you opened wide your hand as a guilty man you wore my crown of thorns you took the death I earned and all that I deserved on Calvary lord thanks for what you've given but most of all thanks for what you took from me

father please forgive me for all the times I've failed to mention this before I've been so concerned with treasures I've went so far as to even ask for more but you've shown me lord what's precious it’s not the things you've given me today for their worth to me as nothing when compared
to what you took away.

You took my guilt and shame all my sinful blame
became as yours, you opened wide your hand as a guilty man you wore my crown of thorns you took
the death I earned and all that I deserved on Calvary lord thanks for what you've given but most of all thanks for what you took form me

you took my guilt and shame all my sinful blame became as your lord thanks for what you've given but most of all thanks for what you took from me.
I am so thankful for what the Lord took for me. He took the sin that I was born with and gave me a clean heart about thirty-four years ago at Old Savannah Baptist church in my home town of Sylva, North Carolina. It was during vacation Bible school. Every time I visit this special church, I can still get that feeling I felt the day the Lord saved me. My memory verse in Bible school that summer was John 3:16 so I do claim it as my life verse. John 3:16~17 For God so loved the world that he gave his only begotten son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish but have ever lasting life 17`For God sent not his Son into the world to condemn the world; but that the world through him might be saved.
I miss all my blogger friends but I do try to come by and visit you occasionally. I am weaning myself away slowly from face book. I hope everyone is well and happy. Spring is on the way. I love springtime. I cannot wait to get outdoors :)
Take care.

Giving Thanks~

2009-11-22T19:49:00.005-05:00

Thanksgiving Prayer

Heavenly Father, on Thanksgiving Day
We bow our hearts to You and pray.
We give You thanks for all You've done
Especially for the gift of Jesus, Your Son.
For beauty in nature, Your glory we see
For joy and health, friends and family,
For daily provision, Your mercy and care
These are the blessings You graciously share.
So today we offer this response of praise
With a promise to follow You all of our days.

--Mary Fairchild

Time really flies. It seems like only yesterday that we were celebrating Thanksgiving. I hope everyone enjoys their holiday and gives thanks unto the Lord for all he gives you. The girl's and I will be cooking our traditional Thanksgiving dinner since we were out of town last year. We have shared many happy memories together cooking in the kitchen. Some of my fondest memories of my grandmother are times with her in the kitchen. I think her corn bread dressing was my favorite. I love the smell of sage. The smell of grated oranges makes me think of my Grandmothers orange fruit cake. I am blessed to be able to prepare her recipes and pass them to my girl's. God gave us the power to smell the sweet memories of sage and oranges to fill our hearts with loving memories instead of loneliness for loved ones that have passed away. We should give thanks everyday for everything we have not just at Thanksgiving. It seems Thanksgiving is the over looked holiday. Why can't we forget Halloween? I think our target store has had Christmas decorations in the back of their store for several weeks. I just cannot listen to the Christmas music yet. It is too early. Since I have been married for twenty years we usually decorate for Christmas on Thanksgiving Day while we cook and watch the Macy's Thanksgiving Day parade. Enjoy your time together and make traditions with your children. Have a special recipe that has passed down from generations or one of your recipes you have made and save it just for the holidays. It makes it taste so much better if you only eat it once or twice a year. I blend our Thanksgiving menu with Grandma's recipes and some of my own recipes. I am having smaller servings and planning to walk more. I don’t think depriving ourselves of good food during the holidays in moderation is good for us. Enjoy it and give the leftovers away lol. Sample the tastes of Thanksgiving past by making your Grandmas recipes. Smell the aromas of love all through your house. I hope your Thanksgiving is full of many happy moments and lots of good food. I am thankful for a God who died for my sins and for love of family and friends. Have a Blessed holiday and thanks for coming by.

Psalm 100 - A Psalm of Thanksgiving.

Make a joyful noise unto the LORD, all ye lands.

Serve the LORD with gladness:
come before his presence with singing.

Know ye that the LORD he is God:
it is he that hath made us,
and not we ourselves; we are his people,
and the sheep of his pasture.

Enter into his gates with thanksgiving,
and into his courts with praise:
be thankful unto him, and bless his name.

For the LORD is good; his mercy is everlasting;
and his truth endureth to all generations.

Bloom Where Your Planted~

2009-10-28T16:00:00.009-04:00

Bloom Wherever God Plants You

A few years ago, a tiny sunflower bloomed in among corn stalks, grass clippings, and weeds I had heaped in an unsightly pile behind my garage. Soon, a larger sunflower and several gladiolas grew up from discarded seeds and bulbs I had considered too small to amount to anything.
What a wonderful example for Christians to bloom wherever God plants them! Too many excuse themselves from serving God by saying, "If only...
"I had a better-paying job," I had a kinder husband," "My wife was more loving," "My kids behaved better," "Our church had a better pastor," "I had more education."
What it the discarded seeds on the trash heap felt that way? If only....
"I had been planted in a weed-free garden," "I had been planted where everyone could see my beauty."
"I refuse to grow in this pile of discards from last year's garden."
The truth of the matter is that the flowers are brighter and more noticeable when contrasted with the dull, decaying refuse. The Bible says, "Let your light shine before men, that they may see your good deeds and praise your Father in heaven."
A light shines brightest in darkness. Someone whose life is dark with sin needs to see the beauty of Jesus in you.

My pastor recently preached about Blooming where you are. My prayer is to do just that. I hope that God will use me wherever I am to help someone. Thank you to all my faithful blogger friends. I have not posted in a long time. My mind has been busy for sure and yes, the Face book bug has bitten me. I try to keep that to a minimum. I hope you all are well and happy. Life is good here at the Peeler house. Holly passed all her midterms and is adjusting well to college life. Katie is studying hard and enjoying youth activities at church. Wade is working hard and I am always busy doing something. God never ceases to amaze me with His boundless love. He supplies me with so much Grace I just have to share some with you. For every trial, I have had God hands me a Blessing! I hope everyone is enjoying the beautiful handy work of God all around you this time of year. These pictures are from my gardens. Love to all. Lisa

Be strong and of a good courage, fear not, nor be afraid of them: for the LORD thy God, he it is that doth go with thee; he will not fail thee, nor forsake thee. Deut 31:6

A Prayer for Mothers~

2009-05-07T14:04:00.003-04:00

A Prayer for Mothers

Heavenly Father,

You have given each person the precious gift of having a mother.Throughout the ages, mothers have been the unsung heroes of our lives, content with little things: a smile,a thank you, a token remembrance.May all mothers learn from the example set by Jesus’ mother, Mary,our Mother in Heaven.Let us always remember our mothers as a treasure which You have given us,whether she is still here or in heaven.Pour down Your grace on all mothers today and every day, and help each one of us to live our lives based on the good example, love and devotion which we have learned from them. Amen.

I found this prayer in a guide post!

I want to wish everyone a very Happy Mothers Day! Love & Hugs. Lisa

The Little Things~

2009-04-25T14:33:00.003-04:00

Thank you for the little things
That fill my heart with hope.
For thinking of these little things
Sure seems to change the scope...

Budding flowers, seedling trees,
A warm afternoon and a cool summer breeze;

The lady bug, the butterfly
Big puffy clouds in a baby blue sky;

The clover patch, the honey bee,
A Sunday brunch or afternoon tea;

The sparkle of a midnight star,
And wishing on it from afar;

The calming effect of an evening rain,
As it taps against the window pane.

For all these things I can't complain!

So, when my life seems rough to me
I think of all your kindness brings,
And I find my spirits lifted up,
For you truly give my soul it's wings.

I hope everyone is having this lovely weather like we are here in the Carolina's. It feels like Summer here. It is supposed to be in the eighty's today. We have the Ac on and it feels nice. Thanks for coming by. God Bless.Lisa

Have A Great Weekend~

2009-04-16T21:34:00.006-04:00

Can't remember if I told you that: I have moved out from Beggars Alley, located at 2 Poverty Lane at the corner of Down and Out Circle. As of today, I have a brand new home. My new address is Living Well on 231 Abundance Terrace, located at the corner of Blessings Drive and Prosperity Peak . It's in the God Can neighborhood. No longer will I allow myself to travel to the other side of town on Begging Peter to Pay Paul Route, located at a dead end intersection called I Don't Have, which connects with Borrowers Junction! . I no longer hang out at Failure's Place, near Excuses Avenue , next to Procrastination Point. I've moved to an upscale community called Higher Heights with unlimited potential and opportunities for me to succeed. I can do ALL things through CHRIST who strengthens me!Life is good because God is good! Care to change your address? There are many vacancies!
May God Richly Bless Each and Everyone That Reads This -Please Keep it going!
AMEN.

My sister sent this to me today and I wanted to share it with you. I hope you enjoy it as I did. Thank you for those that prayed for my Aunt. Her condition is the same. Thanks for dropping by. Please remember Patti from Nonna's News. my dear blogger and Face book friend. Well she is my friend anywhere :) Friday she is having surgery. Wade's sister's daughter our niece is getting married Sunday, so we have a wedding to attend after church and it is outdoors. I hope it does not rain.

Have a beautiful weekend.

Love and Hugs.

Easter~

2009-04-13T00:41:00.002-04:00

Easter Reflections~

With OUR EYES we see
The beauty of Easter
as the earth awakens once more...
With OUR EARS we hear The birds
sing sweetly to tell us Spring again is here...
With OUR HANDS we pick the golden daffodils
and the fragrant hyacinths... But only with
OUR HEARTS can we feel the MIRACLE of GOD'S LOVE
which redeems all men... And only with OUR SOUL
can we make our 'pilgrimage to God'
and inherit His Easter Gift of ETERNAL LIFE.

By Helen Steiner Rice

Happy Easter Flowers

2009-04-11T16:43:00.004-04:00

I hope everyone has a very Blessed Easter. We were able to got to BJU last night to the living gallery to see Behold Your King! It was so good. Really it was better than good but it is something you have to see live to appreciate. It was a Blessing to me.

The young man in this picture has been such a Blessing to My family and I. He has helped our family so much as far as college things and by being a friend to all of us.. He also went to the Christian school that I worked for and My husband works with his dad. He is now a freshman at BJU.I am so proud to know this fine young Christian man.

Thank you to my faithful blogger friends. I appreciate your loyal visits and comments. I am very busy with Bible study! With Senior graduation, Spring cleaning. Flower gardening, spending time with my family and preparing my daughter for college. That is a few of the many things that keep me busy. I am on face book which is much faster than posting a blog if your as busy as I am. Hopefully By June I can get back into normal blogging. I added some of my spring flowers pictures to this post . The cold snap we have had here in the south has helped them stay prettier longer. Please pray for my aunt she is in the hospital now with kidney failure and congestive heart failure among many other things. I hope you enjoy a beautiful Easter and may God Bless each of you.

He Lives~

Happy Birthday Holly~

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Getting The Message Through

2009-03-12T14:38:00.004-04:00

A lone man hung in a cross, suspended between heaven and earth to get the message through. God loves you! A rebel angel declared that God's law was unjust. This angel claimed that God was arbitrary and His requirements were unfair. He claimed that God did not really love His creatures.

The Cross eloquently answers Satan's most blatant arguments. The cross reveals tow eternal truths: how deadly sin is ad how good God is.Sin destroyed the most innocent man ever to live.
Sin killed the son of God. Sin destroys all who play with it. Sin is deadly. If it is so bad that it killed Jesus, shouldn't we consider that it might destroy us, too, if we embrace it?

The Cross reveals how incredibly good God is. It reveals His amazing love. It speaks eloquently to the entire universe of a God whose love goes the limit. A God whose love goes to ant length to save us. God's message came through on the cross. Heaven values you so much that Jesus Himself would accept all of sins condemnation to save you. It is incomprehensible, but still true. Jesus would rather accept the full penalty of sin Himself, even if it meant eternal separation from the Father, than for us to be lost. He would rather miss out on Heaven Himself than for us to. I don't know about you but I cannot resist that love. All I can do is yield to the love that speaks from the cross and worship Him Forever..

Romans 5:8~ But God commendeth his love toward us, in that, while we were yet sinner, Christ died for us.

What could we possible do to merit such love from this Wonderful Merciful Saviour? I hope we can all as Christians be a living example of the blood He shed at Calvary and get the message through!

God Bless you. Lisa

The Seed~

2009-03-10T11:54:00.005-04:00

Genesis 28:13 And, behold, the LORD stood above it, and said, I am the LORD God of Abraham thy father, and the God of Isaac: the land whereon thou liest, to thee will I give it, and to thy seed;

*The Seed*
A successful business man was growing old and
Knew it was time to choose a successor to take over the business.

Instead of choosing one of his Directors or his children,
He decided to do something different. He called all the young
Executives in his company together.

He said, 'It is time for me to step down and choose the next CEO.
I have decided to choose one of you. 'The young executives were
Shocked, but the boss continued. 'I am going to give each one
Of you a SEED today - one very special SEED. I want you to plant
The seed, water it, and come back here one year from today with
What you have grown from the seed I have given you. I will then
Judge the plants that you bring, and the one I choose will be
The next CEO.'

One man, named Jim, was there that day and he, like the others,
Received a seed. He went home and excitedly, told his wife the
Story. She helped him get a pot, soil and compost and he planted
The seed.. Everyday, he would water it and watch to see if it had grown.
After about three weeks, some of the other executives began
To talk about their seeds and the plants that were beginning to grow.

Jim kept checking his seed, but nothing ever grew.

Three weeks, four weeks, five weeks went by, still nothing.

By now, others were talking about their plants, but Jim didn't have
A plant and he felt like a failure.

Six months went by -- still nothing in Jim's pot. He just knew he
Had killed his seed. Everyone else had trees and tall plants, but
He had nothing. Jim didn't say anything to his colleagues, however.
He just kept watering and fertilizing the soil - He so wanted the
Seed to grow.

A year finally went by and all the young executives of the company
Brought their plants to the CEO for inspection.

Jim told his wife that he wasn't going to take an empty pot.
But she asked him to be honest about what happened. Jim felt sick
To his stomach, it was going to be the most embarrassing moment
Of his life, but he knew his wife was right. He took his empty pot
To the board room. When Jim arrived, he was amazed at the variety
Of plants grown by the other executives. They were beautiful --
In all shapes and sizes. Jim put his empty pot on the floor and
Many of his colleagues laughed, a few felt sorry for him!

When the CEO arrived, he surveyed the room and greeted his young
Executives.

Jim just tried to hide in the back. 'My, what great plants, trees,
And flowers you have grown,' said the CEO. 'Today one of you will
Be appointed the next CEO!'

All of a sudden, the CEO spotted Jim at the back of the room with
His empty pot. He ordered the Financial Director to bring him to
The front. Jim was terrified. He thought, 'The CEO knows I'm a failure!
Maybe he will have me fired!'

When Jim got to the front, the CEO asked him what had happened
To his seed - Jim told him the story.

The CEO asked everyone to sit down except Jim. He looked at Jim,
And then announced to the young executives, 'Behold your next
Chief Executive Officer!

His name is Jim!' Jim couldn't believe it. Jim couldn't even grow
His seed.

'How could he be the new CEO?' the others said.

Then the CEO said, 'One year ago today, I gave everyone in this
Room a seed. I told you to take the seed, plant it, water it,
And bring it back to me today. But I gave you all boiled seeds;
They were dead - it was not possible for them to grow.

All of you, except Jim, have brought me trees and plants and
Flowers. When you found that the seed would not grow, you
Substituted another seed for the one I gave you. Jim was the
Only one with the courage and honesty to bring me a pot with
My seed in it. Therefore, he is the one who will be the new
Chief Executive Officer!'

* If you plant honesty, you will reap trust

* If you plant goodness, you will reap friends

* If you plant humility, you will reap greatness

* If you plant perseverance, you will reap contentment

* If you plant consideration, you will reap perspective

* If you plant hard work, you will reap success

* If you plant forgiveness, you will reap reconciliation

* If you plant faith in God , you will reap a harvest

So, be careful what you plant now;
it will determine what you will reap later.

'Whatever You Give To Life, Life Gives You Back' Psalms 37:26 He is ever merciful, and lendeth; and his seed is blessed.

Psalms 37:28 For the LORD loveth judgment, and forsaketh not his saints; they are preserved for ever: but the seed of the wicked shall be cut off.

Psalms 69:36 The seed also of his servants shall inherit it: and they that love his name shall dwell therein.

Psalms 89:4 Thy seed will I establish for ever, and build up thy throne to all generations. Selah.

Psalms 89:29 His seed also will I make to endure for ever, and his throne as the days of heaven.

Psalms 89:36 His seed shall endure for ever, and his throne as the sun before me.

I received this e-mail from my dear neighbor. I have been struggling as we Christian's and human's sometimes do in finding the time for really good Bible studies. So I grabbed at the chance to use "The Seed" as my devotional today. I added these Bible verses as I was studying them I became quite convicted! How are you sowing your seeds? It is very hard to keep your temper down when your raising teenagers even the best Christians in the world will fail at this, I know I have a lot lately. In the end we will reap the rewards from being stead fast and strict. Please pray for me that my tongue will not be used for the devil but that I will speak kind words.

I hope all of you are well and enjoying this Spring like weather and if your not I hope you will be soon. I did get in a little gardening this morning, between classes. My pansies have not did well at all this year. I think it is the weird changes in the temperatures in our area. The daffodil's did OK and I'm hoping my tulips will survive this heat. It was mid-eighty's here yesterday.

Have a Blessed day my friends. Love and prayers. Lisa

Is It really Decaf?~

2009-03-05T15:33:00.005-05:00

Hello
I hope everyone is well. Sorry I haven't been posting regularly I have been really busy and keeping weird hours. The high school home school program we use Bob Jones LINCS will not be offering live satellite feeds anymore so since we only have two more years to go I am taping classes lots of classes which requires lots of time and lose of sleep :( but since Holly already has the books Katie will need it makes no sense not to do this. I just hate other homeschoolers want have the option to use this great LINCS program. The teachers have masters and doctrine degrees and they have well prepared Holly for college. Bob Jones still offers the for K-8Th grade which is what we used to help home school the girl's through most of their grades. It is like you have a teachers aid but you have the books, you are the teacher. I highly recommend this program. I realize homeschooling is not for everyone but it has worked out well for our family.

Is it really decaf?
We test for the amount of caffeine in decaffeinated coffees.

Try not to lose sleep over this, but you're getting some caffeine when you order decaffeinated coffee. For a snapshot of what consumers might expect from the big chains regarding the amount of caffeine in decaffeinated coffee, we had secret shoppers buy a total of 36 cups of decaf from six locations of Burger King, Dunkin' Donuts, McDonald's, Seattle's Best Coffee, 7-Eleven, and Starbucks near our headquarters in Yonkers, N.Y. All cups were the chains' small size, holding 10 or 12 ounces. Back in our labs, we analyzed the caffeine content.There are no laws about the level of caffeine in brewed decaffeinated coffee in brewed. A cup of regular coffee is typically considered to have about 100 milligrams.More than half of our decafs had less than 5 mg of caffeine, but some had quite a bit more. One of the six cups from Dunkin' Donuts had 32 mg; one from Seattle's Best had 29 mg; and one from Starbucks had 21 mg. Levels of caffeine in the decaffeinated coffees we tested varied within chains, but in our sample, McDonald's decaf consistently had less than 5 mg.Our shoppers bought caffeinated coffee at the same chains, and we found a surprise there, too. Caffeine per cup ranged from 58 mg to 281 mg, providing less or more of a java jolt than you might expect.CR's take. Given that many people sip more than one small cup a day, decaf drinkers might be getting far more caffeine than they bargained for. If you love coffee but not caffeine, limit yourself to one cup of decaf, especially before bedtime.

I have personally experienced the wide awake nights from being served non decaf coffee or maybe it was decaf? I think sometimes the failure to mark pots and just carelessness gets us a good cup of regular so called decaf. DD coffee to me is as good as Starbucks but I do love a Starbucks low fat Carmel machatio thingy can't smell it right lol. Thanks for being faithful to visit. Hugs. Lisa

Blog Award!

2009-02-23T15:48:00.002-05:00

I've been given the "Excellence in Blog casting" award my daughters at 2 sisters blog.Thank you so much! You are my sweethearts. :) :)
~Here are the rules for this blogging award.
1) Post the award on your blog;
2) Pass it on to some friends, up to 15;
3) Let them know they've received the award.
~I think I will just offer this award to all my friends since they all are special and I enjoy every blog. Thank you my sweet daughters. I love you both very much. Best wishes to all. Lisa.

Praise Him In The Storm~

2009-02-19T15:13:00.006-05:00

A little girl walked to and from school daily.
Though the weather that morning was questionable
and clouds were forming, she made her daily trek to
the elementary school.
As the afternoon progressed, the winds whipped up,
along with lightning.
The mother of the little girl felt concerned that her daughter
would be frightened as she walked home from school and she
feared the electrical storm might harm her child.
Full of concern, the mother quickly got into her car and drove
along the route to her child's school.
As she did, she saw her little girl walking along at each flash
of lightning; the child would stop, look up, and smile.
Another and another flash of lighting followed quickly and
with each, the little girl would look at the streak of light and smile.
When the mother's car drew up beside the child, she lowered
the window and called to her 'What are you doing?'
The child answered, 'I am trying to look pretty because
God keeps taking my picture.'
Just have a good day today and everyday as you
face the storms that come your way.

I got this from my sister today and I know many of you have already read this but to me it is a great reminder that we need to praise God not only in the storms of our life but in the good times to. Let the Lord be your refuge from the storms. Psalm- 9:9 Say's the Lord also will be a refuge for the oppressed a refuge in times of trouble. I love this verse. Psalm 9:10 And they that know they name will put their trust in thee: for thou, Lord,hast not forsaken them that seek Him. When you pray this week try praying for not just your needs but needs of neighbors, friends etc. I know most of us do pray one for another but Self tends to be a human thing.
I hope you will seek Him when you need Him. Sometimes we wonder why we don't get the desires of our heart. Are you asking God for them? God Bless you today.Praise Him in the Storm!

Grace~

2009-02-15T23:18:00.006-05:00

I would like to introduce you to my little sister grace Aka as "Gracie" Yes it's hard to believe that I have a younger sister. I am 44 and she will be 7 this year. My Dad remarried a younger Woman. Grace has been a Blessing to her whole family. Grace was born very premature and we really did not know if she would make it. She spent several weeks in Charleston Children's Hospital and she still has health issues that come up. She is a tough cookie :) She has such a precious way about her, you really can't help but love her even though my Dad says she is rotten. The doctors now say parts of her body could grow faster than other parts. Like she limps bad on one side but she has been fitted for special shoes and they have helped her very much. She has vision problems but she wears her glasses with a smile. She goes to SOAR school which has been wonderful for her. She can now write her name and read some. God has been so good to Gracie. I ask you to please pray for her in the next few months she will be having some heart and kidney tests. She has been having some swelling and something showed abnormal in her lab report. Through it all she still has such a sweet smile. Pray for God's will to be done in her life. It is amazing how resiliate these kids are. I've seen grown ups who could not tolerate things she has had to endure. I thank God for my healthy children and I pray that Grace can live a long pain free life.

We will be going to BJU with Holly this Monday for another tour and to register her and pay her fees. Thank you all so much for helping us pray about college. Holly will be considered a town student so she will be able to stay at home. She has decided to major in Administrative Management, minor in economics. She would like to perhaps be a hospital administrator one day. This major will open doors for her in many areas. I am so thankful my daughter will be able to attend this private Christian college where she can obtain a career for herself and at the same time enrich her Christian Life as well.
We were able to attend our Home church tonight.We are always happy to see our dear friends here and we always leave feeling Blessed and Loved.God has really Blessed this dear Man of God with a loving and compassionate heart for people.We drive eighty miles there and back as often as we can. I call it good old time religion! It is so hard to find these days. I hope this church will someday have some sermons online so you can get the same Blessing I do. I hope everyone has a great week. We have the day off Monday no live class feeds for President's day but we will be busy. Thanks for coming bye.
Love and Hugs.

Love Is When~

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"Love Is When"

Love is when someone is there
To share a hurt and hug a care.

Love is when he stands so tall
And smiles and eats a burned meatball!

Love is when your heart belongs
In arms familiar, safe and strong.

Love between a man and wife
Is much like God, Who gave His life.

He meets our needs; He shares and cares;
He gives His love in answered prayer.

So far beyond all earthly loves,
This God awaits your heart's deep love.

For love is when He grace imparts
To fill your life, and win your heart!
author unknown.

Jeremiah 31:3
The Lord hath appeared of old unto me, saying, Yea, I have loved thee with an everlasting love: therefore with loving kindness have I drawn thee.

Thanks for coming by today. I hope you enjoy your Valentine's Day with your sweethearts whomever they are. I have several :) My Hubby, my girl's and my dog's. Hugs, Lisa

Good Morning~

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When I say good morning I mean to say:

G-od
O-ffers us His
O-utstanding
D-evotion to
M-ake us
O-bedient &
R-eady for a
N-ew day with Him.
I-nspire others please, and
N-ever forget
G-od loves you!

Good Morning! I hope everyone is feeling great today. It feels like Spring time here in the Carolina's. The Spring Flower bulbs are trying to make their entrance through the dirt. I am not so sure if that is a good thing if we have more cold weather.I'm thankful and Blessed to have made another year with a good report on my yearly physical. I never take good health for granted.I thank God My family and I do not have anything that is incurable.

Thank you to those who take the time to visit and leave a comment. This is a very busy time for our whole family. Senior year! for my oldest daughter. Wow where did the years go? It seems like only yesterday my baby girl was born now she will be going to college soon. My how fast the years go by! Hug your babies and cherish the moments!
Have a Blessed day. Hugs :) Lisa

The Love Of God~

2009-02-05T00:03:00.003-05:00

The Love of God
Frederick M. Lehman, 1917

The love of God is greater far
Than tongue or pen can ever tell;
It goes beyond the highest star,
And reaches to the lowest hell;
The guilty pair, bowed down with care,
God gave His Son to win;
His erring child He reconciled,
And pardoned from his sin.
Refrain:
Oh, love of God, how rich and pure!
How measureless and strong!
It shall forevermore endure—
The saints’ and angels’ song.
When hoary time shall pass away,
And earthly thrones and kingdoms fall,
When men who here refuse to pray,
On rocks and hills and mountains call,
God’s love so sure, shall still endure,
All measureless and strong;
Redeeming grace to Adam’s race—
The saints’ and angels’ song.
Could we with ink the ocean fill,
And were the skies of parchment made,
Were every stalk on earth a quill,
And every man a scribe by trade;
To write the love of God above
Would drain the ocean dry;
Nor could the scroll contain the whole,
Though stretched from sky to sky.

This is one of my most favorite songs. I just get so much peace and joy from the words of the beautiful song. I am so glad I worship a "Living" God whose love shall forever more endure.Even in these hard economic times God's Love will endure and it knows no boundaries.I pray for my neighbors, friends and family whom have lost their jobs. We must pray one for another and help each other when we can.God's love knows no end.
I'm thankful tonight that my Husband still has a job and we have a warm home and food on our table.I grew up with very Little material things but we never went to bed hungry and we had lots of love for each other so I know how to get by when times are tough. I pray God will provide for those who don't have what they need. I hope all my dear Blogging friends and family are doing well. Love & Hugs. Lisa

Photo Tage~

2009-01-31T21:58:00.004-05:00

Tag your it!

My friend Patti tagged me

Here is what you do:

1. Go to your 4th photo where you store your photos.
2. Select the 4th photo (no exceptions)
3. Post the picture with an explanation and link it back to your tagger.
4. Tag 4 people to do the same.

I am going to tag.
1. Holly and Katie.
2. Anna
3. Grace
4.Jennifer

Here is my 4th photo. Holly ( My oldest Daughter) the day she got her drivers permit. Happy day :)

We Shall Behold Him!

2009-01-30T15:58:00.003-05:00

1 Thessalonians 4:16-17
For the Lord himself shall descend from heaven with a shout, with the voice of the archangel,and with the trump of God: and the dead in Christ shall rise first:
Then we which are alive and remain shall be caught up together with them in the clouds,to meet the Lord in the air: and so shall we ever be with the Lord.

I just can't hardly sit still here in my chair as I'm typing, thinking of this Glorious event! We as Christians should really be getting excited about Our Lord coming back to calm his own.

I was standing in the very top row of the balcony last night at Jubilee looking over a packed church of God's people! Thinking how marvelous it was to be in the same place with so many Christians. What a great place to be when the Lord returns. I hope you are ready for His return!

The words to this song are so powerful. Just listen and think about! It Thrills my heart and soul.

WE SHALL BEHOLD HIM~

The sky shall unfold, preparing His entrance;The stars shall applaud Him with thunders of praise.The sweet light in His eyes shall enhance those a waiting,And we shall behold Him then face to face.
And we shall behold Him, we shall behold Him Face to face in all of His glory;And we shall behold Him, Yes, we shall behold Him Face to face, our Saviour and Lord.
The angels shall sound the shout of His coming,The sleeping shall rise from their slumbering place.And those who remain shall be changed in a moment,And we shall behold Him then face to face.
And we shall behold Him, we shall behold Him Face to face in all of His glory;And we shall behold Him, Yes, we shall behold Him Face to face, our Saviour and Lord.We shall behold Him, our Saviour and Lord.

Have a great weekend. Lisa

The Whipping~

2009-01-29T10:53:00.005-05:00

THE WHIPPING

There was a school with a class of students that no teacher had been able to handle. Two or three teachers had been run off from this school in one year by the unruly students. A young man, just out of college, heard about the class and applied to the school. The principal asked the young man, 'Do you know what you are asking for? No one else has been able to handle these students. You are just asking for a terrible beating'. After a few moments of silent prayer, the young man looked at the principal and said, 'Sir, with your consent I accept the challenge. Just give me a trial basis.' The next morning the young man stood before the class. He said to the class, 'Young people, I came here today to conduct school. But I realize I can't do it by myself. I must have your help...' One big boy they called Big Tom, in the back of the room whispered to his buddies, 'I won't need any help. I can lick that little bird all by myself.' The young teacher told the class that if they were to have school, there would have to be some rules to go by. But he also added that he would allow the students to make up the rules and that he would list them on the blackboard. This was certainly different, the students thought! One young man suggested 'NO STEALING.' Another one shouted 'BE ON TIME FOR CLASS.' Pretty soon they had 10 rules listed on the board. The Teacher then asked the class what the punishment should be for breaking these rules. 'Rules are no good unless they are enforced', he said. Someone in the class suggested that if the rules were broken, they should receive 10 licks with a rod across their back with their coat off. The teacher thought that this was pretty harsh, so he asked the class if they would stand by this punishment. The class agreed. Everything went along pretty good for two or three days. Then Big Tom came in one day very upset. He declared that someone had stolen his lunch. After talking with the students, they came to the conclusion that little Timmy had stolen Big Tom's lunch. Someone had seen little Timmy with Big Tom's lunch! The teacher called little Timmy up to the front of the room. Little Timmy admitted he had taken Big Tom's lunch. So the teacher asked him, 'Do you know the punishment? Little Timmy nodded that he did. 'You must remove your coat,' the teacher instructed… The little fellow had come with a great big coat on. Little Timmy said to the teacher, 'I am guilty and I am willing to take my punishment, but please don't make me take off my coat.' The teacher reminded little Timmy of the rules and punishments and again told him he must remove his coat and take his punishment like a man. The little fellow started to unbutton that old coat. As he did so, the teacher saw he did not have a shirt on under the coat. And even worse, he saw a frail and bony frame hidden beneath that coat. The teacher asked little Timmy why he had come to school without a shirt on. Little Timmy replied, 'My daddy's dead and my mother is very poor. I don't have but one shirt, and my mother is washing it today. I wore my big brother's coat so that I could keep warm.' The young teacher stood and looked at the frail back wit h the spine protruding against the skin, and his ribs sticking out. He wondered how he could lay a rod on that little back and without even a shirt on... Still, he knew he must enforce the punishment or the children would not obey the rules. So he drew back to strike little Timmy. Just then Big Tom stood up and came down the aisle. He asked, 'Is there anything that says that I can't take little Timmy's whipping for him?' The teacher thought about it and agreed. With that Big Tom ripped his coat off and stooped and stood over little Timmy at the desk. Hesitatingly the teacher began to lay the rod on that big back. But for some strange reason after only five licks that old rod just broke in half. The young teacher buried his face in his hands and began to sob. He heard a commotion and looked up to find not even one dry eye in the room. Little Timmy had turned and grabbed Big Tom around the neck apologizing to him for stealing his lunch. Little Timmy begged Big Tom to forgive him. He told Big Tom that he would love him till the day he died for taking his whipping for him. Aren't you glad that Jesus took our whipping for us? That He shed His precious blood on Calvary so that you and I can have eternal life in Glory with Him? We are unworthy of the price He paid for us, but aren't you glad He loves us that much? This is a story everyone needs to know.you May God bless you, and keep you safe... Don't tell the Lord how big the problem is, tell the problem how Great the Lord is! My aunt sent me this today and I wanted to share it. It touched my heart! Have you ever taken a whipping for someone? Life can really whip us up good if we let it. I have taken some hard whippings from life in general myself but you know I don't let it get me down. God has always been there for me and I know he always will.

Please pray for my both my Aunt's, the one who sent this is going through some changes in her life. Pray that she will trust God to help her. Also My Mother's youngest sister has been in bad health for several years. One of the Artery's in her kidney is blocked and she will probably need kidney dialysis soon. She is seeing a cardiologist This Friday for a blockage in her heart. I ask you to please pray for her. She is a Christian but is really down and out right now.

We have been going to the winter Jubilee here at a near by church. Pastor Joe Arthur is supposed to be preaching tonight. So you know it will be good. I hope you have a beautiful and Blessed day. I love this blue sky and sunshine :)

Busy seems to be my middle name lately but I love it. Having a senior as you all know is a very busy and fun time in your family. Holly was accepted several months ago to the college we are praying she will be able to attend. So help us pray about the financial part of this new step in her life. Thanks for coming by today. Love and hugs. Lisa

Lemonade Award~

2009-01-22T23:52:00.003-05:00

My friend Judy from Deare Diary Blog Spotgave me this sweet award. Thank you Judy. I have been encouraged by your blog and I have enjoyed getting to know you.I love all my blogging buddies and I don't like to pick certain ones for awards. Your all winners to me :) But I must Obey the rules.So here goes in no particular order.Go by and visit these ladies. You will get a Blessing from each blog.
Rules for the award:
1. Put the logo on your blog or post.
2. Nominate at least 10 blogs which show great Attitude and/or Gratitude!
3. Be sure to link to your nominees within your post.
4. Let them know that they have received this award by commenting on their blog.
5. Nominate your favorites and link to this post.
My Choices for the Award:

1.2 Sister's Blog (My daughter's Blog)
2. Karen from Kindred Haven
3.Patti from Nonna's News
4.My new blogging buddy Anna from A Friends Heart
5.Julie from Julie's Jewels
6.Linda over at Linda's Adventures
7.Kae at Kae's Blessings
8.Hope from Second Time Around
9.Tammy from Lattes and Lollipops
10. Last but not least.Margarete from True Blessings Homeschool

I tried to tag people who I have never tagged before.Some of you are on breaks,busy with crafts other are facing sickness and hurt in their families. I pray God will touch each situation like only He can and make everything better for you or your family member. God is able! I hope I didn't tag anyone who is tag free, If you are just disregard.I treasure all my blogger buddies and I appreciate your encouraging words. I'm sorry I'm not able to post as much. Thanks for being faithful to come by and leave me a comment.Have a Blessed weekend. Here is some lovely virtual flowers for those who visit here.
Love and Hugs. Lisa

Book Report Recipe~

2009-01-17T10:18:00.000-05:00

This comes from Scholastic, Inc.
If the recipe is followed correctly and all the ingredients are mixed according to directions, the result will be a tantalizing report that will tempt the appetites of many new readers.

Book Report Recipe
1 cup of plot
Tell briefly what the story is about, but don't give away the ending.
2 teaspoons of characters
Who are the main characters? Describe them briefly.
2 tablespoons of excitement
Select a short passage from the book that describes something exciting that happened. Try to find a passage that has the main character in it.
Mix thoroughly and bake. When cool, frost with this special icing:
1/2 cup of opinion
What did you like about the book? What didn't you like?
1 teaspoon of recommendation
Whom do you think would enjoy this book? Why?
Finally sprinkle on the following information:
title of book
name of author
name of publisher
number of pages
literary genre
Your students can write these reports on simulated recipe cards. Makes for a nice change from the traditional book report.

I hope everyone has a nice cozy and warm weekend. It was supposed to drop to about 11 degrees here but it may have been colder. I am thankful for a warm home.The sky is a beautiful shade of blue here at my house today.Thanks for coming by my place.
Have a beautiful day.

ONE~

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ONE~
One song can spark a moment,
One flower can wake the dream.
One tree can start a forest,
One bird can herald spring.

One smile begins a friendship,

One handclasp lifts a soul.
One star can guide a ship at sea,

One word can frame the goal.

One vote can change a nation,
One sunbeam lights a room.
One candle wipes out darkness,
One laugh will conquer gloom.

One step must start each journey,
One word must start each prayer.
One hope will raise our spirits,
One touch can show you care.

One voice can speak with wisdom,
One heart can know what's true.
One life can make the difference,

You see it's up to YOU!"

I ask myself this question quiet often. How can I make a difference? You know we all can make a difference to someone. One of the best and most important things we can do as Christians is Pray for each other but we can do so much more. As a homeschool Mom I spend most of my time at home. I try to do little things for my neighbors that might help them in some way. Share baked goodies. Take in their paper while they are away or call and see if everything is OK. You never know when an elderly neighbor needs a ride to the store or just a hug.I love to give and receive hugs :)The world is full of lonely people and just a smile can mean so much. Life and circumstances can make us seem preoccupied but we should never be to busy to smile or speak to someone.

As the economy declines you seem to see more people who are in need of something, whether it may be a job a home a meal or just a friend. I hope I can be that someone to somebody.
Thank you for coming by for a visit. I do not seem to have the time to post as often as I would like. I hope you all are well and happy.

Hugs.

The Living Word~

2009-01-05T13:02:00.004-05:00

Hebrews 4:12 For the word of God is living and powerful and sharper than any two- edged sword, piercing even to the dividing asunder of soul and spirit and of the joints and marrow and is a discerner of the thoughts and intents of the heart.

The Living Word
Can you just a second Imagine yourself deaf unable to hear the voices of your loved ones and blind to the sight of their faces.When we were at the Washington National Cathedral we saw the Memorial place where Helen Keller and her beloved tutor Anne Sullivan were Entombed. The names were in braille and so many people had rubbed it, the braille dots were almost worn off.
Helen Keller has always been a woman I admire I wanted

to use her in my devotions today. I hope everyone has a wonderful New Year, a fresh start. I hope and pray we all can achieve or goals in life and stay in God's word and draw closer to him in 2009. Please pray for me as I strive to be a better Christian, Mother, neighbor, wife and friend.

Helen Keller grew up in a world shut in by blindness and deafness. She became an almost uncontrollable "wild child" One day Helen while playing with a new doll her patient tutor Anne Sullivan placed the doll in Helen's lap and signed the letter
d-o-l-l in her palm repeatedly. But Helen didn't understand. As the tutor tried to help her connect this thing in her lap with the signs on her palm Helen became agitated.She slammed the doll on the floor, breaking it to pieces.
Late Miss Sullivan took the unruly girl down to the well house. Some one was pumping water. She placed Helen's hand under the cool water flow, the tutor spelled out w-a-t-e-r on her other palm. Suddenly it clicked in the girl's mind.Late Helen Recalled. " The mystery of language was revealed to me. I knew then 'w-a-t-e-r' meant the wonderful cool something that was flowing over my hand. That living word awakened my soul, gave it light, hope, joy, set it free!" You know these things are what I have in my heart because of our precious Lord and saviour. I just get those Holy ghost chill bumps typing this. I hope you have the peace in your heart today.
Back to the devotions :) The soul of this child who was deaf and blind was set free my the discovery of the living word. God's living word, the Bible,illumines the darkness of our minds and sets us free as well. You to can experience the exhilarating freedom that the living Word brings. Take a few verses at time. Ask yourself these questions regarding the passage you are reading. What is God personalizing saying to me in this scripture? What does this passage teach me about the character of God? Is there anything in this passage that speaks to my own spiritual life? I am praying and planning to try and read the Bible through in 2009. I'm going to do this online at Bible.com I have tried many times but never have completed it because I felt like I wasn't getting enough of what I needed from the scriptures. I hope you will join me. It does not replace holding the Bible in your hand and reading it. The devil tries so hard to stop us from reading and holding our Bibles.This site takes different scriptures each day for you to read and study.

I am still reading in Psalms it is a great place to begin your study. I take one chapter at a time.Read the verses and allow the Holy spirit to impress your mind and I always pray and ask God to help me to study the Bible and block out anything else that might be hindering my Bible studies.In the Psalms I have found praise, thanksgiving, requests, petitions, confession, repentance or intercession. As you allow the living Word to shape your thoughts you will be set free to know God in a close, intimate way. Today, allow that living Word to truly set you free.

God Bless You

Happy New Year 2009~

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Christmas With the Peeler's 2008~

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BJU Lighting Ceremony 2008~

2008-12-28T21:40:00.002-05:00

200 Posts~

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Happy 2oo post to me.

WOW where does the time go? I have really enjoyed Blogging and the wonderful friends I have made here.I am not going to write 200 things about myself because I think you already know me :)

Thanks f0r all your visits and sweet comments. They mean a lot to me. We had a wonderful Christmas here and I hope you all did as well. Happy New Year and God Bless you. Lisa

Merry Christmas

2008-12-24T14:37:00.003-05:00

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from my house to yours.

We have been busy as bees just like I'm sure all of you have.

Take time to enjoy each other and cherish each moment you have with family

and friends.My house looks and smell like Christmas and our hearts are filled

with Christmas cheer.

From the kitchen I smell sausage balls and a cedar and balsam tart burning. I have memory's of Christmas's long long ago that I cherish within my heart.

I hope to get back to normal blogging after the New year.

But JESUS is the real reason for the season. Love honor and adore HIM on this Christmas eve and every day. I love and appreciate each of my dear blogging friends. I hope this New year is the best you've ever had. God Bless you and your family's with an abundance of good health, love and all the happiness your heart can hold. May God richly Bless all of you.

Love and Christmas hugs.

Lisa

Are you ready?

2008-12-18T23:19:00.004-05:00

Are you ready for Christmas?

I am excited about getting to see my sister and her husband and my niece of course this Saturday. We are going to meet up for Christmas at my Mom and Step fathers house.

There will be loads of food and happy times to share.Sorry I have not been posting much but I'm sure you're all as busy as I am. I still a few things to buy. Sunday for lunch we will be with my Dad at my aunt and uncles homes. We will have a meal and exchange gifts with the kids. We look forward to going to our "Home church" Sunday night. I can't wait to see our dear friends there and get a Blessing from God as well.

We are planning on having dinner with Wade's Mom and step dad one night and Maybe his Dad will come down from Maryland for the New year. I hope to have someone or several someones :) over to our house for fun and fellowship.

Somewhere in this time span I want to go visit with my dear aunt and some family members In my hometown of North Carolina. She is not able to travel. Her sister(my aunt) pasted away last year so it will seem odd not to visit her.

The girl's and I will be cooking Christmas dinner and doing some goodie baking as well. My DH will be off with us for several days so that will be a treat to have him home with us. I hope your enjoying this season that I never seem to be ready for.
Jesus is still the reason for the season. Hugs. Lisa

We Are The Reason!

2008-12-14T16:08:00.003-05:00

We Are The Reason~

As little children we would dream of Christmas morn
Of all the gifts and toys we knew we’d find
But we never realized a baby born one blessed night
Gave us the greatest gift of our lives

*We were the reason that He gave His life
We were the reason that He suffered and died
To a world that was lost He gave all He could give
To show us the reason to live

As the years went by we learned more about gifts
The giving of ourselves and what that means
On a dark and cloudy day a man hung crying in the rain
All because of love
All because of love

*Chorus

I finally found the reason for living
It’s in giving every part of my heart to Him (every part to Him)
And all that I do every word that I say (you know I’ll be saying)
I’ll be giving my all just for Him, for Him (every thing for Him)

We are the reason that He gave His life
We are the reason that He suffered and died
To a world that was lost He gave all He could give (all that he could give all)
To show us the reason to live

#He is the reason to live
(don’t you know do you know the reason
that he came, oh he came to save us
when he gave his life for us) he suffered and died
To a world that was lost He gave everything (everything that He had He gave)
To show us the reason to live

Don’t know how I could thank Jesus all that he had all..

I am the reason he came and so are you. I hope as you celebrate this Holy time of year (Christmas) you do have a personal relationship with our Lord Jesus Christ, for in life that is all that really matters! It does not matter how many material things we have because when our time comes to die we can take none of these things with us.

I could spend endless hours and pages on this blog telling you about how good God has been to me. But I think you know if you have been coming here for a while ;)

I live to serve~

Sunny Weekend~

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Well I woke up to sunny skies ) That makes me happy. I still have a few gifts to buy. I think I'll make some sausage balls later today. I really love those things, so I'm going to try making them with reduced fat Bisquick and low fat sausage and since I like mine spicy. I think I'll add some pepper flakes or some Cayenne pepper.

I have a few more Christmas cards to address and get in the mail today. We will be attending some church Christmas plays(musicals) this week and next week as well. We will gather with different family members and share some good food and happy memories together.I hope that you enjoy this holiday season. Stay happy and well and remember always keep Christ close in your heart not only at Christmas but all year through.

Have a great weekend. Lisa

The Star of David~

2008-12-11T14:26:00.002-05:00

The Star of David is a six-pointed star formed by two interlocking triangles, one pointing up, one pointing down. It is named after King David and appears on the flag of Israel. While predominately recognized as a symbol of Judaism and Israel, many Christians identify with the Star of David as well.
The five-pointed star is also a symbol of Christianity associated with the birth of the Savior, Jesus Christ. In Matthew 2 the Magi (or wise men) followed a star toward Jerusalem in search of the new born King. From there the star led them to Bethlehem, to the very location where Jesus was born. When they found the child with his mother, they bowed and worshiped him, presenting him with gifts.

In the Book of Revelation, Jesus is called the Morning Star (Revelation 2:28;
Revelation 22:16).

I found this to be very interesting. I Love the thought of Jesus being called the bright and morning star. I love bright lights and sunshine. Can you just imagine our Savior being our light forever in heaven one day. I get excited thinking about it!
I know we desperately need all this rain and I am truly grateful but I really don't like these cloudy days.Brighter days are coming! Are you ready? I hope so.Love & Prayers Lisa

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I hope everyone is feeling better and into the Christmas mood by now. My sweet friend Anna has started a blog and I know she would love for you to visit and leave her a comment. Her Blog is called A Friends Heart.

It is a cloudy day here but we sure need the rain. I have did a little shopping. I really just enjoy getting together and sharing time with family and friends, we always go to church and celebrate the Lord's birth.
My girl's are going to start their holiday candy & cookie baking. I usually bake the cakes but they're good cake bakers to. As much as I love to cook I really fear the kitchen because of weight gain but I will have to use will power and common sense and still enjoy some holidays treats.
Have a great evening.
Lisa

2008-12-08T11:37:00.002-05:00

With only 17 days before Christmas REMEMBER:
Jesus is Better than Santa
Santa lives at the North Pole.
JESUS is everywhere.
Santa rides in a sleigh
JESUS rides on the wind and walks on the water.
Santa comes but once a year
JESUS is an ever present help.
Santa fills your stockings with goodies
JESUS supplies all your needs.
Santa comes down your chimney uninvited
JESUS stands at your door and knocks..
And then enters your heart.
You have to stand in line to see Santa
JESUS is as close as the mention of His name.
Santa lets you sit on his lap
JESUS lets you rest in His arms.
Santa doesn't know your name, all he can say is
"Hi little boy or girl, What's your name?"
JESUS knew our name before we did.
Not only does He know our name,
He knows our address too.
He knows our history and future and He
even knows how many hairs are on our heads.
Santa has a belly like a bowl full of jelly
JESUS has a heart full of love.
All Santa can offer is HO HO HO
JESUS offers health, help and hope.
Santa says "You better not cry"
JESUS says "Cast all your cares on me
for I care for you.
Santa's little helpers make toys
JESUS makes new life, mends wounded hearts,
repairs broken homes and builds mansions.
Santa may make you chuckle but
JESUS gives you joy that is your strength.
While Santa puts gifts under your tree
JESUS became our gift and died on the tree.
It's obvious there is really no comparison.
We need to remember WHO Christmas is all about.
We need to put Christ back in Christmas.

Jesus is still the reason for the season.
I hope you have a great week. Hugs. Lisa

The Legend of the Candy Cane

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The Legend of the Candy Cane

Look at the Candy Cane
What do you see?
Stripes that are red
Like the blood shed for me
White is for my Savior
Who's sinless and pure!
"J" is for Jesus, My Lord, that's for sure!
Turn it around
And a staff you will see
Jesus my shepherd
Was born for Me!

Many years ago, a candy maker wanted to make a candy at Christmas time that would serve as a witness to his Christian faith. He wanted to incorporate several symbols for the birth, ministry and death of Jesus. He began with a stick of pure white hard candy; white to symbolize the Virgin Birth and the sinless nature of Jesus; hard to symbolize the solid rock, the foundation of the Church; firmness to represent the promise of God. The candy maker made the candy in the form of a "J" to represent the name of Jesus, who came to earth as our Savior. He thought it could also represent the staff of the Good Shepherd, with which he reached down into the ditches of the world to lift out the fallen lambs who, like all sheep, have gone astray.

Thinking that the candy was somewhat plain, the candy maker stained it with red stripes. He used three small stripes to show the stripes of the scourging Jesus received, by which we are healed. The large red stripe was for the blood shed by Christ on the cross so that we could have the promise of eternal life. Unfortunately, the candy became known as a candy cane - a meaningless decoration seen at Christmas time. But the true meaning is still there for those who have eyes to see and ears to hear.
Author Unknown
I hope by this time everyone is into the holiday season. I always enjoy reading this story about the candy cane. I love candy canes and nuts and oranges and tangerines and all the Christmas smells. I hope your life is filled with Christmas Happiness and God's love.Merry Christmas from my house to yours.
Lisa :)

O Christmas Tree!

2008-12-04T13:33:00.003-05:00

O Christmas Tree
English Version 1
Author unknown

O Christmas Tree, O Christmas tree,
How lovely are your branches!
In beauty green will always grow
Through summer sun and winter snow.
O Christmas tree, O Christmas tree,
How lovely are your branches!

O Christmas Tree, O Christmas tree,
You are the tree most loved!
How often you give us delight
In brightly shining Christmas light!
O Christmas Tree, O Christmas tree,
You are the tree most loved!

O Christmas Tree, O Christmas tree,
Your beauty green will teach me
That hope and love will ever be
The way to joy and peace for me.
O Christmas Tree, O Christmas tree,
Your beauty green will teach me.

Here is an interesting link about the origin of the Christmas tree.

I hope your day is the best! Hugs. Lisa

The Nativity Among The Oxen~

2008-12-02T16:05:00.005-05:00

The Nativity Among the oxen.

Like an ox I'm slow I see a glory in the stable grow Which, with the ox's dullness might at length Give me an ox's strength. Among the asses stubborn I as they I see my Saviour where I looked for hay; So may my beast like folly learn at least The patience of a beast. Among the sheep I like a sheep have strayed I watch the manger where my Lord is laid;Oh that my baa-ing nature would win thence Some woolly innocence! C .S Lewis

Let us remember that the Christmas heart is a giving heart, a wide open heart that thinks of others first. The birth of the baby Jesus stands as the most significant event in all history, because it has meant the pouring into a sick world of the healing medicine of love which has transformed all manner of hearts for almost two thousand years... Underneath all the bulging bundles is this beating Christmas heart.

I don't want to make light of this beautiful post but I wanted to thank all of you who prayed about Holly's acceptance to Bob Jones. She got her letter of acceptance today. We are so thankful and proud. She has used the BJU curriculum (which is challenging) but she has worked hard. She will be in a Christian atmosphere at BJU and since we live so close she will be able to live at home :)

College is not cheap so please help us pray about the financial part. If it is the Lord's will for her to attend he will make a way.

The sun is shining and the sky is so blue here today. I hope your day is going good. Thanks for stopping by.Love and prayers. Lisa

Retracing Footprints~

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Katie at her puzzle site in DC.
Katie Thanksgiving

Katie in Maryland

Mennonite Buggy's

The Girls and I in Williamsburg, VA

Sunset in Washington, DC

Holly getting a letter posted at a real
Post office in Colonial Williamsburg.

The Lincoln Memorial

The national Cathedral was beautiful!

The girl's in DC

Our Nations Capitol Building

On a friends pier in Maryland

Well we made it back later Saturday. Thank you to all who prayed for us. We had a wonderful trip. We saw many beautiful sites from South Carolina into North Carolina, Virginia, Maryland and Washington DC. Wade got to spend a little time with his father and we visited with his step mother in the nursing home.

The girl's had a fun trip. After cleaning their Grandfathers apartment they were ready for some fun. We have taken them many places in their younger life and they don't remember most of them, so we are trying to retrace our foot steps. They spent several hours alone with their friends Rachel and Elsie and their family whom are old order Mennonites. Then on Friday they took the girl's around their community and introduced them to family and friends. They met their teacher and she invited them into the school. They were elated to say the least! We treated the girl's to a McDonald's picnic lunch at their church. These are some the sweetest decent people. I know my girl's will cherish these memories forever. We also visited some with that family who have become very dear to us.

We toured the National history museum in DC

We have toured this and the other museums several times before but new exhibits are always being added or updated like the flag that the National anthem got it's name for.We drove around Washington which is always a beautiful city to tour.We stopped on the way to look around at George Washington's birth place. We also stopped by Colonial Williamsburg on the way home.WE had taken the girl's here when they were much younger and they remembered very little but we always love Williamsburg.

I know I missed lots of things but I'm sure the girl's will post about their trip as well. We had a really good trip.I hope each of you had a great

Thanksgiving and are getting into the Christmas spirit. We decorated yesterday, so it is beginning to look a lot like Christmas around our house.

I hope your all well. Thanks for stopping by. Hugs, Lisa

Happy Thanksgiving!

2008-11-23T23:53:00.004-05:00

I thought I would post an early Happy Thanksgiving since we are leaving Monday for MD. Please pray for traveling safety. I hope you all have a very Blessed and Happy Thanksgiving Holiday.

I wanted to dress my blog for Christmas before we leave on our trip because I'll be busy decorating the house when we come back. I wanted to wish you all a very Happy Thanksgiving. Please pray for safe travels for my Family and I. We look forward to spending sometime with Wade's dad and just having some time away. I hope to make a lot of happy memories with my family during the holidays and I hope you do as well. Cherish every moment~ God Bless you all.

Lisa

Give Thanks~

2008-11-21T21:11:00.006-05:00

Now Thank We All Our God

Now thank we all our God
With heart and hands and voices
Who wondrous things hath done,
In Whom His world rejoices;
Who from our mothers' arms,
Hath blessed us on our way
With countless gifts of love,
And still is ours today.

O may this bounteous God
Through all our life be near us,
With ever joyful hearts
And blessed peace to cheer us;
And keep us in His grace,
And guide us when perplexed,
And free us from all ills
In this world and the next.

All praise and thanks to God
The Father now be given,
The Son, and Him who reigns
With them in highest heaven--
The one eternal God,
Whom earth and heav'n adore;
For thus it was, is now,
And shall be evermore.

by Martin Rinkart, c. 1636
Devotional:
"Give thanks in all circumstances…" 1 Thessalonians 5:18 In everything give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you.

The preacher went to his pulpit and one hundred faces looked up, and in those faces the entire world was captured. As he began to speak, he smiled the smile of those who see but do not understand.

"Let us give thanks." And one hundred voices murmured, "Amen." But there was no joy in their response.

"Let us give thanks for our bodies: for legs that run, for ears that hear songs, for eyes that see beauty, for arms that hug and hands that hold."

Sadly, without a word, ten people left the service: those who were blind or deaf or crippled or paralyzed or without a limb or who lived in constant pain or with a crippling disease.

"Let us give thanks for the comforts of this world and for the rivers of wealth that have flowed on us."

And another ten left: those suffering from malnutrition, those who saw their children die of starvation and those without adequate resources to protect against the winter cold. But the preacher saw none of this.

"Let us give thanks for our wonderful minds through which we understand art and science and with which we probe the mysteries of the universe."

And several people of average intelligence blushed and a mentally impaired boy looked bewildered and a brain damaged girl stared blankly. But another ten walked to the door.

And the preacher continued thanking God for friends, for beauty and health of the worshipper’s bodies, for their correct behavior, for peace, for justice and for family.

And ten by ten they left: those who knew they were less than virtuous; those who were the victims of injustice and war, the lonely, those alienated from family.

Then the preacher looked at the congregation and saw that no one was left. "O Lord, where have they?"

"You have exalted what I never promised. When did I promise friendships, perfect health, justice and peace? Remember my servant Job. Remember my Son, Jesus."

"Then Lord, what do you give us?

"Myself."

And the preacher ran to the doorway of the church and there sitting outside, in the shadows, were the one hundred.

"Oh my friends, I have deceived you. We may have health, we may have friends, we may have justice, but all we really have is God. It was said by Job: ‘Though He slay me, yet will it trust Him.’ For this is all that is certain: God gives to us—Himself."

Reaching for each other’s hands, they all came back inside.

Once again the preacher came to the pulpit. "Let us give thanks that God himself is with us, world without end."

And one hundred voices shouted "Amen!" And there was joy in heaven!

An anonymous reading

God will never leave us or forsake us.If you have nothing left in your life but God "He is all you'll ever need. I hope everyone has a wonderful weekend. Stay warm!

Looking Out Your Window~

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A young couple moves into a new neighborhood. The next morning while they are eating breakfast, the young woman sees her neighbor hanging the wash outside. 'That laundry is not very clean; she doesn't know how to wash correctly. Perhaps she needs better laundry soap'. Her husband looked on, but remained silent. Every time her neighbor would hang her wash to dry, the young woman would make the same comments. About one month later, the woman was surprised to see a nice clean wash on the line and said to her husband: 'Look, she has learned how to wash correctly. I wonder who taught her this'? The husband said, 'I got up early this morning and cleaned our windows.'

And so it is with life....What we see when watching others depends on the purity of the window through which we look!

"Judge not, and ye shall not be judged: condemn not, and yeshall not be condemned: forgive, and ye shall be forgiven:"Luke 6:37, KJV

Thanks for coming by and have a wonderful day!

Foods From The Bible~

2008-11-18T00:30:00.005-05:00

Foods in the Bible
(arranged alphabetically)

Almonds---Genesis 43:11; Numbers 17:8

Anise---Matthew 23:23

Apples---Song of Solomon 2:5; Joel 1:12

Barley---Ruth 2:23

Barley Bread---2 Kings 4:42

Beans or Pulse, also known as Legumes---2 Samuel 17:28;

Beef---Deuteronomy 14:4

Bitter Herbs (dandelion greens, watercress, arugula, parsley, cilantro)---Exodus 12:8

Bison (Pygarg)---Deuteronomy 14:5

Bread---Luke 22:19

Butter---Isaiah 7:22

Carob (St. John's Bread)---Matthew3:4; Mark 1:6 (akris: this Greek word for locusts can apply to either an insect or the top of a tree or plant. Many believe this to be St. John's Bread or Carob which grew wild around the river Jordan . It is named for John the Baptist).

Cinnamon---Exodus 30:23

Coriander---Exodus 16:31; Numbers 11:7

Corn---Ruth 2:14; I Samuel 17:17

Cheese---I Samuel 17:18

Chicken---Matthew 23:37

Cinnamon---Exodus 30:23; Revelations 18:13

Cucumbers---Numbers 11:5

Cumin or Cummin---Isaiah 28:25

Curds (Cottage and Ricotta Cheese)---Genesis 18:8

Dates---2 Samuel 6:19

Dill---Matthew 23:23

Dried Fruits---Genesis 3:2

Eggs---Job 6:6

Figs---Numbers 13:23; I Samuel 25:18

Fish with Scales (Anchovies, Bass, Cod, Flounder, Haddock, Halibut, Herring, Mackerel, Orange Roughy, Perch, Pike, Pollack, Salmon, Sardines, Tilapia, Trout, Tuna, Turbot, Whitefish & Whiting, among others)---Deuteronomy 14:9; Leviticus 11:9

Flax Seed---Exodus 9:31

Flour (Whole Meal)---Ezekiel 16:19; Numbers 6:15

Fruits (All)---Genesis 1:29

Garlic---Numbers 11:5

Goat---Deuteronomy 14:4

Grapes---Deuteronomy 24:21

Grape Juice (New Wine)---Zechariah 9:17

Grasshoppers, Crickets & Locusts---Leviticus 11:22

Herbs (Leafy Plants) and Vegetables---Genesis 1:29; Proverbs 15:17

Herbs (Seasonings)---Proverbs 27:25; Matthew 13:32

Honey---Proverbs 24:13; Proverbs 25:16 (warning to use moderation)

Hyssop (Capers)---Psalms 51:7; John 19:29

Lamb & Sheep---Deuteronomy 14:4

Leeks---Numbers 11:5

Lentils---Genesis 25:34

Leaven (Yeast)---Leviticus 23:17; Galatians 5:9

Marjoram(Hyssop)---Exodus 12:22

Meats---Deuteronomy 14; Leviticus 11

Melon---Numbers 11:5

Milk---Isaiah 7:21-22

Millet---Ezekiel 4:9

Mint---Matthew 23:23; Luke 11:42

Mulberry---2 Samuel 5:24; 1 Corinthians 14:14

Mustard Seeds---Mark 4:31; Luke 13:19

Nuts---Song of Solomon 6:11

Olives and Olive Oil---Leviticus 2:4; Deuteronomy 8:8

Onions---Numbers 11:5

Pistachio Nuts---Genesis 43:11

Pomegranates---Numbers 13:23

Poultry including Chicken, Duck, Goose, Pheasant, Pigeons, Quail, Turkey---Deuteronomy 14:11

Quail---Exodus 16:13

Raisins---2 Samuel 16:1

Rye---Isaiah 28:25

Saffron---Song of Solomon 4:14

Salt---Leviticus 2:13; Luke 14:34

Sourdough Bread---Leviticus 23:17; Amos 4:5

Spelt (Fitches)---Ezekiel 4:9

Spices---1 Kings 10:10

Squash (Gourds)---2 Kings 4:39

Sweet Cane (Sucanat or Evaporated Cane Juice)---Isaiah 43:24; Jeremiah 6:20

Unleavened Bread (Tortillas, Flat Bread, Chapatis)---Genesis, 19:3; Exodus 29:2

Venison---Deuteronomy 14:5

Vinegar---Ruth 2:14

Water---Genesis 21:19; John 4:7

Wheat---Ruth 2:23; Psalm 81:16

Wheat bread---Exodus 29:2

Wine---John 2:1-10, 1 Timothy 5:23

Yogurt (Butter of Kine)---Deuteronomy 32:14

I enjoyed reading this and I thought you would too. We were able to attend of Home church this week and we really had such a great service. It is such a Blessing to see God's people of all ages take a stand for Christ. We need this all over our country. I hope you all are well and happy in the Lord. Thanks for coming by and have a beautiful day. Love & Prayers. Lisa~

The Wisdom In The Hot Chocolate~

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A group of graduates well established in their careers, were talking
at a reunion and decided to go visit their old university professor, now
retired. During their visit, the conversation turned to complaints about
stress in their work and lives.

Offering his guests hot chocolate, the professor went into the
kitchen and returned with a large pot of hot chocolate and an assortment
of cups - porcelain, glass, crystal, some plain looking, some expensive,
some exquisite - telling them to help themselves to the hot chocolate.

When they all had a cup of hot chocolate in hand, the professor said:

‘Notice that all the nice looking, expensive cups were taken, leaving
behind the plain and cheap ones. While it is normal for you to want only
the best for yourselves, that is the source of your problems and stress.
The cup that you ‘re drinking from adds nothing to the quality of the hot
chocolate. In most cases it is just more expensive and in some cases
even hides what we drink. What all of you really wanted was hot
chocolate, not the cup; but you consciously went for the best cups.
And then you began eyeing each other’s cups.

Now consider this: Life is the hot chocolate; your job, money and
position in society are the cups. They are just tools to hold and
contain life. The cup you have does not define, nor change the quality
of life you have. Sometimes, by concentrating only on the cup, we fail
to enjoy the hot chocolate God has provided us. God makes the hot
chocolate, man chooses the cups.

The happiest people don’t have the best of everything. They just make
the best of everything that they have.

Live simply. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly. And enjoy
your hot chocolate!!

Have a great day. Lisa

In Memory Of My Grandmother~

2008-11-15T11:43:00.006-05:00

November 28, 1920-November 15, 2001

I miss you Granny~
I miss your voice your smile and your touch. I miss our happy times together in the kitchen cooking up a storm during the holidays.You were such a big part of my life and I cherish the times we had together. You instilled wisdom in me that I will carry with me all my life and pass on to my daughters that you loved dearly. I know you are asleep in Jesus and we will see each other again one day. I love and cherish every memory I have of you. Your always in my heart and on my mind. You made a big difference in my life ---<---@ Your Precious~ Lisa

Honor our Veterans~

2008-11-11T11:56:00.004-05:00

God Bless all those who have served our country and are now in service. Thank you for all you have done and are doing for our America.

The History of Thanksgiving~

2008-11-10T19:43:00.006-05:00

The History of Thanksgiving Day~ Just so you know~
How the Last Thursday in November Became a National Holiday.
I was doing English research today and ran across this information that I thought would be interesting.. This lady also wrote poems such as Mary had a little lamb.

Most school children in America have experienced at least one “Pageant of Thanksgiving”. The cornucopia, big black hats, and the artistic interpretation of the most important guest at America’s Thanksgiving Day table, the Turkey. How have the collective ideas about this day of reflection come about in our culture? Has it always been a day that families and friends get together to eat, watch football, eat, take a nap and eat and yes, occasionally have that family squabble?

Harvest Celebration - 1621
When the Pilgrims began their adventurous navigation of the Atlantic Ocean they had no idea that by the end of first year almost half of their number would pass away. The lack of food was a contributor but disease was the number one culprit. Food shortages were plentifully overcome with, what many in that day called Divine intervention. An English speaking Indian named Squanto taught these Pilgrims how to use fish as fertilizer. In the fall of 1621, there was such a bountiful harvest that they took 3 days to feast and to thank Providence for supplying their need and keeping half of them alive.

Low Point of the Revolution - 1777
As fall approached, many Revolutionary soldiers, citizens and leaders had to dig very deep indeed to be thankful. The beginning of the year showed so much promise with George Washington’s legendary “Crossing”. Now, ultimate victory seemed remote. On the first significant 9/11 in US History, George Washington’s army was forced to retreat from Brandy wine, which allowed Philadelphia to be taken. On September 19, General Burgoyne’s Northern Army was slowed at Freeman’s Farm but the threat to isolate New England was still very real. On October 2nd, disappointingly, defeat was snatched from the jaws of victory at German town, PA.

A Revolutionary Thanksgiving
Then good news began to trickle in. Burgoyne had been forced to retreat after the battle of Bemis Heights on October 7th. Then even greater news! Burgoyne’s entire army had surrendered on October 19th! In short order, the Continental Congress in York, PA made this declaration.

“Set apart THURSDAY, the eighteenth Day of December next, for SOLEMN THANKSGIVING and PRAISE: That at one Time and with one Voice, the good People may express the grateful Feelings of their Hearts, and consecrate themselves to the Service of their Divine Benefactor”.

A Day for Healing
Days of Thanksgiving were declared by Presidential proclamation only seven times between 1789 and 1815. Then came Sarah Josepha Hale (1788-1879). This middle aged dynamo from New Hampshire also penned that famous nursery rhyme, “Mary had a Little Lamb”. Just before the civil war she began a letter writing campaign to every government official she could find. She claimed that a Thanksgiving Day would help to avoid civil war. She was unheeded, but Sarah Hale did not quit! Finally, three months after the famous Gettysburg battle in the Civil War, President Lincoln answered her cry. Here is part of his proclamation making Thanksgiving a Federal Holiday. .

“Set apart and observe the last Thursday of November next, as a day of Thanksgiving and Praise … and fervently implore the interposition of the Almighty Hand to heal the wounds of the nation and to restore it as soon as may be consistent with the Divine purposes to the full enjoyment of peace, harmony, tranquillity and Union.”

Sarah Hale said it best.

"There is a deep moral influence in these periodical seasons of rejoicing, in which whole communities participate. They bring out . . . the best sympathies in our natures."

The Year 1908~

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THE YEAR 1908

This will boggle your mind, I know it did mine!
The year is 1908.
One hundred years ago.
What a difference a century makes!
Here are some statistics for the Year 1908 :
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The average life expectancy was 47 years.

Only 14 percent of the homes had a bathtub.

Only 8 percent of the homes had a telephone.

There were only 8,000 cars and only 144 miles of paved roads.

The maximum speed limit in most cities was 10 mph.

The tallest structure in the world was the Eiffel Tower

The average wage in 1908 was 22 cents per hour.

The average worker made between $200 and $400 per year.

A competent accountant could expect to earn $2000 per year, a dentist $2,500 per year, a veterinarian between $1,500 and $4,000 per year, and a mechanical engineer about $5,000 per year.

More than 95 percent of all births took place at HOME .

Ninety percent of all doctors had NO COLLEGE EDUCATION! Instead, they attended so-called medical schools, many of which were condemned in the press AND the government as 'substandard.'

Sugar cost four cents a pound.

Eggs were fourteen cents a dozen.

Coffee was fifteen cents a pound.

Most women only washed their hair once a month, and used Borax or egg yolks for shampoo.

Canada passed a law that prohibited poor people from entering into their country for any reason.

Five leading causes of death were:
1. Pneumonia and influenza
2. Tuberculosis
3. Diarrhea
4. Heart disease
5. Stroke

The American flag had 45 stars.

The population of Las Vegas , Nevada , was only 30!!!!

Crossword puzzles, canned beer, and ice tea hadn't been invented yet.

There was no Mother's Day or Father's Day.

Two out of every 10 adults couldn't read or write. Only 6 percent of all Americans had graduated from high school.

Marijuana, heroin, and morphine were all available over the counter at the local corner drugstores. Back then pharmacists said, 'Heroin clears the complexion, gives buoyancy to the mind,regulates the stomach and bowels, and is, in fact, a perfect guardian of health.' ( Shocking? DUH! )

Eighteen percent of households had at least one full-time servant or domestic help.
There were about 230 reported murders in the ENTIRE ! U.S.A. !

Try to imagine what it may be like in another 100 years.

IT STAGGERS THE MIND!!!!!!!!!!!

I added some photos of the 1900's. My great grandmother's Era. I like to read about the older days. Have a great week . Lisa

Yesterday, Today, Tomorrow

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YESTERDAY, TODAY, TOMORROW
There are two days in every week about which we should not worry. Two days which should be kept free from fear and apprehension.
One of these days is yesterday with its mistakes and cares, Its faults and blunders, Its aches and pains Yesterday has passed forever beyond our control. All the money in the world cannot bring back yesterday. We cannot undo a single act we performed. We cannot erase a single word we said. Yesterday is gone.
The other day we should not worry about is tomorrow. With its possible adversities, Its burdens, Its large promise and poor performance. Tomorrow is also beyond our immediate control. Tomorrow's Sun will rise, either in splendor or behind a mask of clouds,but it will rise. Until it does, we have no stake in tomorrow, for it is yet unborn. This just leaves only one day . . . Today. Any person can fight the battles of just one day. It is only when you and I add the burdens of those two awful eternity's -yesterday and tomorrow that we break down.It is not the experience of today that drives people mad. It is the remorse or bitterness for something which happened yesterday and the dread of what tomorrow may bring.
Let us therefore live but one day at a time.
~ Author Unknown ~

Matthew 11:28-30

11:28 Come unto me, all [ye] that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.
11:29 Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly in heart: and ye shall find rest unto your souls.
11:30 For my yoke [is] easy, and my burden is light

Cast all your worries to the Lord~Have a great weekend.

Thankful Thursday~

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I am so thankful today for so many things but I thought I would list a few.I am thankful that I serve a living God who has risen and coming again to claim his
on~

I am thankful that my family is happy and healthy and most importantly SAVED! I am thankful to be able to see these beautiful fall colors and hear the birds sing and the sound of my children's voices.

I am thankful for friends and family and I am thankful that I can pray for them when they ask me to and know God answers my prayers.I hope everyone is doing well and able to get our and enjoy God's handy work this time of year. the leaves are really just beginning to peak here in our neighborhood and they are so beautiful.

We had a wonderful service at church last night and it helped me to have peace and some understanding with all that is going on in our country. We must pray for all our leaders regardless of who they are. God has been dealing with bad government since the day of Moses and he will deal with it forever more. Our God is still on the throne so what could go wrong? It has been like a spring day here and I was happy to get to take a walk at lunch since it gets dark so soon now. Thanks for coming by and have a great evening.

The Ten Commandments of Human Relations!

2008-11-02T23:39:00.008-05:00

The Ten Commandments of Human Relations

1. Speak to people first. There is nothing as nice as a cheerful word of greeting

2. Smile at people. Be conscious of having a pleasant look on your face. It takes 72 muscles to frown, only 14 to smile. :)

3.Call people by their names. there is nothing as sweet as to hear someone call you by your own correct name.

4.Be friendly and helpful to those in your path.

5. Be cordial. Speak and act as if everything you do is a pleasure. If someone asks you to do something, get in the habit of saying, "My pleasure!"

6. Be genuinely interested in people. You can like everybody if you just try.

7. Be generous with praise. Be careful and cautious not to criticize.

8. Be considerate of the feelings of others. It will be greatly appreciated.

9. Be thoughtful of the opinions of others. There are three sides to a controversy: yours, the other persons and the tight one.

10. Be alert to give service. What counts most in life is what we do for other. By JoJo Moffitt

I attended a ladies meeting several years at my home church with guess speaker JoJo Moffitt. I just love her books and her sense of humor. I was in the attic and came across her books and I really could read them over and over. She has really been through many things in her life and turned it all over to god. You would love having her at your church to. I hope everyone has a great week. Don't forget to vote~ Hugs. Lisa~

T.G.I.F

2008-10-31T15:06:00.006-04:00

I hope everyone has a great weekend. So sorry I have not been blogging much lately, I have had blogger freeze so to speak. I have been reading your blogs though and trying to keep up with all your happenings.The second picture is of some of my yard decor and the others were taken this past weekend in Brevard, North Carolina.

We made a trip to the North Carolina Mountains this past weekend and met up with my Mom and Step Father, my sister and niece and friends. We all went to a festival and had a great time together. the fall foliage is awesome there and here in the upstate we are just now getting pretty. I hope to get out and drive around this weekend to see more of God's handy work.

Have a great weekend doing whatever makes you happy. Thanks for coming by My Place.

Quilt of Holes~

2008-10-24T15:59:00.010-04:00

QUILT OF HOLES

As I faced my Maker at the last judgment, I knelt before the Lord along with all the other souls.

Before each of us laid our lives like the squares of a quilt in many piles;
an angel sat before each of us sewing our quilt squares together into a tapestry that is our life.

But as my angel took each piece of cloth off the pile, I noticed how ragged and empty each of my squares was. They were filled with giant holes. Each square was labeled with a part of my life that had been difficult, the challenges and temptations I was faced with in every day life. I saw hardships that I endured, which were the largest holes of all.

I glanced around me. Nobody else had such squares. Other than a tiny hole here and there, the other tapestries were filled with rich color and the bright hues of worldly fortune. I gazed upon my own life and was disheartened.

My angel was sewing the ragged pieces of cloth together, threadbare and empty, like binding air.

Finally the time came when each life was to be displayed, held up to the light, the scrutiny of truth. The others rose; each in turn, holding up their tapestries. So filled their lives had been. My angel looked upon me, and nodded for me to rise.

My gaze dropped to the ground in shame. I hadn't had all the earthly fortunes. I had love in my life, and laughter. But there had also been trials of illness, and wealth, and false accusations that took from me my world, as I knew it. I had to start over many times. I often struggled with the temptation to quit, only to somehow muster the strength to pick up and begin again. I spent many nights on my knees in prayer, asking for help and guidance in my life. I had often been held up to ridicule, which I endured painfully, each time offering it u p to the Father in hopes that I would not melt within my skin beneath the judgmental gaze of those who unfairly judged me.

And now, I had to face the truth. My life was what it was, and I had to accept it for what it was.

I rose and slowly lifted the combined squares of my life to the light.

An awe-filled gasp filled the air. I gazed around at the others who stared at me with wide eyes.

Then, I looked upon the tapestry before me. Light flooded the many holes, creating an image, the face of Christ. Then our Lord stood before me, with warmth and love in His eyes. He said, 'Every time you gave over your life to Me, it became My life, My hardships, and My struggles.

Each point of light in your life is when you stepped aside and let Me shine through, until there was more of Me than there was of you.'

May all our quilts be threadbare and worn, allowing Christ to shine through!

God determines who walks into your life ..it's up to .you to decide who you let walk away, who you let stay, and who you refuse to let go.'
You may have already read this but I really thought is was nice and I wanted to share it on my blog. It looks like were in for a rainy weekend. I hope you all have a wonderful weekend. Enjoy this lovely time of year.Thanks for coming by for a visit.

Award~

2008-10-21T15:58:00.005-04:00

RULES FOR THIS AWARD: My dear sweet friend Connie from Connie's Thoughts From The Heart blog spot so kindly gave me this award. She is such a special Christian lady and if you get to know her you will feel the same way I do about her and her family.Thank you my dear friend for this award.I value all my online friends and I did do one these memes a while back so I'm tagging anyone who is interested in doing this. Let me know if you do it so I can read it. Hugs. Lisa

1) Publish the rules
2) Share six values that are important to you.
3) Share six things that you do not support.
4) Grant this prize to six people.

Six things I Value that are important to me.
1. I Value you my Salvation and my personal experience with my Lord Jesus Christ for without Him I would be nothing. God is so good and he so real and He manifest His self in each one of us who Believe in Him~

2. I value my Christian husband whom I dearly love and our Christian daughters who are the best part of me. They make me so proud for living Christ like and not for the world.

3. I value the freedom to worship and study my Bible and pray whenever and wherever I choose.
4. I value my ability to homeschool my girl's in safe Godly environment.

5. I value the love of family and friends who mean so much to me.Their prayers mean more to me than any amount of money. I truly mean this.When someone tells me they are praying for me or my family that means so much to me!

6. I value good Christian neighbors who hold Bible studies in their home. I prayed really hard for good neighbors and as I was looking out my window one evening I saw all these cars pulling up at my new neighbors house and people were carrying Bibles. They hold Bible studies at their house.God will answer even the smallest of prayers!

Things I do not support:

1. I don't support abortion.
2. I don't support same sex marriages.
3. I do not support people who abuse Seniors or children.(and animals)
4. I do not support the belittlement of mentally challenged people.
5. I do not support all these nasty mouthed TV shows that promote sex and violence.

Thank you all who prayed for my husbands dad. He is at home and doing better.
Thanks for coming by and have a great day. Hugs. Lisa

Have a Great Weekend~

2008-10-17T23:43:00.006-04:00

I hope everyone as a great weekend. It looks like maybe it will be cooling down some here so maybe it Will feel more like Fall.
My husbands Dad had to have stints put in his heart arteries at Washington hospital on Wednesday and he actually had a heart attack while he was having a heart catherization. It was a shock to get the call that he was being rushed to the hospital because he is very healthy but he has been under a lot of stress taking care of his wife who is almost bed fast. I know as having been a care giver of someone you love it can be very hard mentally and physically draining. Please pray for them both. She is now in a nursing home for rehab and he is home and doing well. They live in Maryland so it is hard being so far away for them at times like these. We know the great physician will take care of Wade's Dad and he will give comfort to those who need it.

Enjoy your weekend. Hugs

2 Corinthians 1:3 Blessed be God, even the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies, and the God of all comfort: V.4
Who comforteth us in all our tribulation, that we may be able to comfort them which are any trouble, by the comfort wherewith we ourselves are comforted of God.

Oh Blessed Daughter's of God~

2008-10-13T23:06:00.008-04:00

Oh blessed daughter of God
Whose heart is full of gold
You may think me as odd
When your fashions I do scold!

I must seem so old fashioned
When I say, 'Your skirt's too short!'
Then in careful words, impassioned
I say, 'At least just wear a skort!'

Your views at times, are so complex
To this old fogies mind
That you must think I'm just a hex
To your 'In fashion' kind.

I hope though, you will understand
When forceful things I say
That God…not I, is in command
And I hope for me, you'll pray!

Though your mom, I am not perfect
But I try so hard each day
To show you my respect
For your complex teenage way!

And in return, I hope that you
Will try to understand
I only want to help you through
This vain ambitioned land.

There are so many choices
For a teenage girl to make
That it's hard to sort the voices
Of the honest and the fake.

Come, take my hand my precious one.
Please, do not be afraid
To place your trust in God's own Son
Who in the garden prayed.

He suffered for our worst mistakes,
Sweat blood from every pore
Did all this for our sinful sakes
And now He reigns forevermore!

So please my precious daughter
Who is loved so very much
Let us follow our great Savior
For He has the healing touch!

Let us walk this land together,
Holding to the Iron Rod
As a daughter and a mother
Hand in hand with our great God!

~~Love Forever, Your Mother~~

Diana M. Isham

I love both my Godly daughter's so much and I am so proud of the Christian young ladies they developing into.I know God has a special plan for each one of them. I thank God for my angels.
I hope each of you have a Blessed day! It was 80 degrees here at my house today and the leaves are ever so slowly turning. Take time to tell someone you love them today.Blessings always.

Fall Scented Potpourri Balls~

2008-10-09T14:01:00.005-04:00

Fall Scented Potpourri Balls
Use dried leaves, berries, and rinds to make potpourri balls with heavenly scents.

From Better Homes and Gardens Magazine

These potpourri balls will add texture, color, and wafting fragrance to the entry or any other room. You can assemble balls with only one element or use your favorite potpourri mix to create balls that combine varying scents and colors.

Start with 3- or 4-inch plastic foam craft spheres. Use hot glue to attach the potpourri elements all around the balls. Overlap the decorative pieces to completely cover the foam.

Display the balls in individual glass vases, on decorative plates, or together in a larger bowl.

If desired, refresh scents from time to time using drops of aromatic oils. Tiny bottles of various fragrances are readily available from craft stores.

See a list of materials below.

Materials
3- or 4-inch plastic foam craft spheres
Hot-glue gun and hot-glue sticks
Dried potpourri mix or other dried materials such as bay leaves, preserved fall leaves, dried fruit rinds, miniature pine cones, dried berries, and so on.

You could do these for Christmas as well. Yankee candle has some really nice scented oils for the Holidays that you could add to freshen up older potpourri. I burn the Yankee tarts and I love to mix half Autumn leaves and half of a Autumn wreath tart. It smells so good and it's fun to mix these scents.I have potpourri all over my home. I love good smells, it makes us feel better if we smell good aromas since we do stay home a lot with homeschooling.

A hint for refreshing your potpourri. Pour your potpourri into a grocery bag ( I use two) so that none of the potpourri escapes and add about 1 or 2 TBS rubbing alcohol and your scented oil shake the bag really well to blend the alcohol and oil. It really helps to boost the scent.

The leaves are slowing turning here, I think due to our temperature fluctuations. We had some much needed rain last night. It looks like it may rain again this afternoon. I hope you have a great evening. Thanks for dropping by. Warmest regards.

The White Stone~

2008-10-07T22:51:00.005-04:00

Rev.2:17~He that hath an ear, let him hear what the Spirit saith unto the churches; To him that overcometh will I give to eat of the hidden manna, and will give him a white stone, and in the stone a new name written, which no man knoweth saving he that receiveth it.There's a wonderful promise in the message to the church at Pergamos.It's a promise for the on who overcomes, the one who turns back from compromise.

In ancient times, jurors used white and black stones to signified innocence. For Jesus to give us a white stone is to declare that all our past, no matter how dark and painful,is wiped out.
We are forgive!
A white stone was also sometimes given to guests when they departed at friends home. The host cracked the stone open, keeping one half and handing the other half to the guest." If any of your loved ones ever pass this way," the host said, " have them bring this stone. I will fetch mine, we'll match the two halves and they will be welcomed joyfully into my home."

The white stone is God's way of saying "You're not only declared innocent, you're welcomed into My home. You have a place at My table" That's the promise our heavenly Father holds out to us. We may yield to pressure, slide into compromise, or nearly fall off a spiritual cliff, but there is a rescue in the word of God. There is truth in the word of God that will set us free.

John-8:32
And ye shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free.

I am delighted with the truth and thought of the promise of a heavenly home someday with my Lord and Saviour. There are times in our life when we cast stones at others for doing things that we think are not right but yet we are doing wrong things ourselves. No one is sinless so let those without sin cast the first stone.

Please for pray for our family as we start planning and making decsions about Holly's future (college)plans whatever they maybe God has a plan and will handle it all. Thanks for stopping by. Blessings

2008-10-02T22:02:00.001-04:00

Genesis:1-14.And God said, Let there be lights in the firmament of the heaven to divide the day from the night; and let them be for signs, and for seasons, and for days, and years:

Daniel 2:21 And he changeth the times and the seasons: he removeth kings, and setteth up kings: he giveth wisdom unto the wise, and knowledge to them that know understanding:

I just cannot wait to see God's paint brush start working as the leaves start changing into their beautiful shades of red, rust, orange and yellow. I love them all. Have a beautiful day. Hugs~ Lisa

Festivals & Carowinds~

2008-10-01T20:30:00.001-04:00

Katie with our funnel cake, yummy~ Holly @ the International Fest~
Carowinds 2008~
The parents having fun LOL~

Wade enjoying his treats~

Bag Pipe Players @ International Festival

Us Girl's getting our treat ~

The Greek Festival

Greek Children Dancing~

As you can see for the above photo's we had a fun busy weekend.We celebrated Wade's birthday and went to our local Greek festival.
On Saturday we went to the annual International Festival which we all enjoy. China was the featured country this year, last year's featured country was Germany. Each country has a tent set up with things there pertaining to that country's culture. Then there was dancing from children from all the different countries. The food court with foods represented from each country. Oh the smells were just heavenly.
The funnel cake is our family favorite and let me tell you these French folks know how to make one delicious funnel cake. We enjoyed both these festival.

After the festival we proceeded to BMW day at Carowinds. Paramount no longer owns Carowinds. I have to say It seems to have gone down hill some what as far the rides not up and running.But we were able to ride all the rides we wanted since the park is closed to the general public the lines were not as long thank goodness.The weather was just right for the day and we had a great day.

I hope everyone is having a good week. School is going well here. Holly seems to have taken right off with her Physics and Precalculus. Economics is her favorite subject so far this semester. Katie is doing really good in Algebra and showing much improvement in her writing skills. Katie likes Physical science and World history.I am so thankful for the ability we have to Homeschool. Thanks for dropping in. God Bless you.

Autumn Giveaway~

2008-09-30T15:16:00.005-04:00

Chryll over at Chryll's Corner is having an Autumn Giveaway~

The deadline to enter this giveaway is 11:30 a.m., October 6Th. So go on over to Chryll's blog and read the rules leave her a comment to enter the giveaway.
We had a busy weekend here. We celebrated Wade's birthday by taking him out to eat and to krispy kreme. On Saturday we went to the International festival and to BMW day at Carowinds, so we had a full busy fun weekend. I will post pictures sometime later in the week. I hope all is well. Thanks for coming by my place. Best wishes.

Happy Birthday To my Sweet Heart~

2008-09-26T11:53:00.000-04:00

He Knew I Needed You
by Sarah Berthelson

He Knew I Needed You

As I sit here and think of the one that I love
I know that God knew that I needed you
Of all the loves that could have been in my life
HE knew that I needed you

Oh how kind you are to me every day
Not once have I worried that you would stray
You are the one that HE sent to me
He knew that I needed you

When I am happy you are there to laugh with me
When I am sad you are there to cry with me
If I need help in any way you come running
Oh how precious you are as I think of my love
That carries me through each day given by God above
It isn't luck that I am so happy with you
Not by coincident that you came into my life
God's providence sent you into my world
I knew that you were meant for me when you spoke of HIM
He knew I needed you for the rest of my life
I am so thankful He chose me to be your wife
HE KNEW I NEEDED YOU !!
Happy birthday to My husband.
Love always, Lisa
PS It's donut day :)

"The effectual fervent prayer
of a righteous man
availeth much."
(James 5:16 KJV)

The Empty Chair

2008-09-24T12:15:00.003-04:00

A woman's daughter had asked the local minister to come and pray with her mother.
When the minister arrived, he found the woman lying in bed with her head propped up on two pillows. An empty chair sat beside her bed. The minister assumed that the woman had been informed of his visit. 'I guess you were expecting me, he said.' No, who are you?' said the mother. The minister told her his name and then remarked, 'I saw t he empty chair and I figured you knew I was going to show up.'
'Oh yeah, the chair,' said the bedridden woman. 'Would you mind closing the door?'
Puzzled, the minister shut the door. 'I have never told anyone this, not even my daughter,' said the woman. 'But all of my life I have never known how to pray. At church I used to hear the pastor talk about prayer, but it went right over my head.' I abandoned any attempt at prayer,' the woman continued, 'until one day four years ago; my best friend said to me, 'Betty, prayer is just a simple matter of having a conversation with Jesus. Here is what I suggest. 'Sit down in a chair; place an empty chair in front of you, and in faith see Jesus on the chair. It's not spooky because he promised, 'I will be with you always'. 'Then just speak to him in the same way you're doing with me right now.' 'So, I tried it and I've liked it so much that I do it a couple of hours every day.

I'm careful though. If my daughter saw me talking to an empty chair, she'd either have a nervous breakdown or send me off to the funny farm. The minister was deeply moved by the story and encouraged the woman to continue on the journey. Then he prayed with her, anointed her with oil, and returned to the church. Two nights later the daughter called to tell the minister that her mother had died that afternoon.
Did she die in peace? he asked.

Yes, when I left the house about two o'clock , she called me over to her bedside, told me she loved me and kissed me on the cheek. When I got back from the store an hour later, I found her. But there was something strange about her death. Apparently, just before Mother died,

She leaned over and rested her head on the chair beside the bed. What do you make of that?' The minister wiped a tear from his eye and said, 'I wish we could all go like that.'
Prayer is one of the best free gifts we receive.

I asked God for water, He gave me an ocean.

I asked God for a flower, He gave me garden.

I asked God for a friend, He gave me all of YOU...

If God brings you to it, He will bring you through it.

Happy moments, praise God.

Difficult moments, seek God.

Quiet moments, worship God

Painful moments, trust God.Have a beautiful day!

Award & Happy Autumn~

2008-09-22T12:43:00.005-04:00

My friend Tammy from Lattes and Lollypops gave with this award. Thank you Tammy! I have enjoyed getting to know you and I enjoy reading your blog.
Here are the rules~

Mention the blog that gave it to you and comment on their blog to let them know you've posted your award .
Publish these rules
Share 6 values that are important to you and 6 things you do not support~
Grant the prize to 6 people~

6 Things I Value:

1. I value my Lord Jesus Christ. He is first and the most Important thing in my life.~
2. I value my Husband and my daughters and the family unit we have together.~
3. I value my Church family and friends and neighbors and my Christan Doctor.~
4. I value my country and the freedom of religion I afford and being able to read my
Bible and pray freely while worshiping Our Lord.~
5. I value my ability to be able to teach my daughters in our home~Homeschool~
6. I value each day and each breath God gives me and I try never to take these things for
for granted.

6 Things I do support.

1. I do not support abortion but I feel this decision is between the woman and our
Lord.~
2. I do not support same sex marriages~God made Adam and Eve not Adam & Steve.~
3. I do not like rude fowl mouthed people who make fun of people that are less fortunate
or have special needs.~
4. I do not like covetousness. People can get so caught up in wanting what everyone else has
or doing the same things their friends and neighbors do. I try very hard to be different
from this type of people.~
5. I do not support Barack Obama.
6. I do not support anything that pertains to atheism.

The six people I chose are in relevant order:

1. Debbie from My spot of Blog.~

2. Stephanie from Mississippi Song Bird.~

3. Kristi from Thimble Thoughts.~

4.Theresa from A Note From Theresa.~

5. Patti from Nonna's News.~

6. Sandra from Watercolour Dreams.~

This is the first day of Autumn here in the states and I must same it is a beautiful day here at our house.The sky is deep blue with very few clouds. Last night the harvest moon was shinning through 0ur windows. I can't wait for school to get out to find any excuse to go outside. I did some yard work this weekend, readying my flower beds for spring blooming bulbs. I hope you are enjoy your day doing whatever makes you happy. :) Blessings..

Fall is in the Air~

2008-09-17T14:20:00.002-04:00

"I love fall! Fall is exciting.
It's apples and cider.
It's an airborne spider.
It's pumpkins in bins.
It's burrs on dog's chins.
It's wind blowing leaves.
It's chilly red knees.
It's nuts on the ground.
It's a crisp dry sound.
It's green leaves turning
And the smell of them burning.
It's clouds in the sky.
It's fall. That's why...
I love fall."
- Author Unknown

I awoke in the wee hours of the morning to a very unfamiliar sound. It was raining. The rain sounded so relaxing. I thank the Lord for this rain. We are in drought conditions here in the South and we need all the rain we can get.

My What a pleasant chill in the air! Autumn is very near.I love this time of year. It's a time for picking apples to make apple sauce, apple butter, apple pie among many other recipes. When I think of Autumn I think of corn candy, apple cider, cool evening walks in a jacket. The smell of burning leaves if your from the country. :)
The mums are in bloom and everything turns orange, brown, rust and yellow.

I would love to be able to put my windows up but we all have allergies here so we keep them down. I do miss the sounds of the night critters when the cool weather nears.Now I just can't hardly wait for the leaves to turn into their beautiful colors.

I hope everyone is happy and well. Thanks for coming by to visit.

Happy Birthday Katie~

2008-09-15T15:09:00.007-04:00

A daughter is a gift of love; given form God above.

A daughter is a joy forever daughter may outgrow your lap,
but she will never outgrow your heart
All the dreams I prayed you'd be
are all the things you are
You are loved for the little girl you were
and the precious Daughter you will always be
It's truly a gift to have a daughter like you,who grows more
precious with the years!
A daughter is: the happy memories of the past,
the joyful moments of the present
the hope and promise of the future
A daughter is a day brightener and a heart warmer
Daughter, you're the kind of person I would choose to be my friend

Happy 16TH birthday to my sweet Katie. We thank God for your presence in our lives.God bless you always. We love you lots. Mom & Dad

2008-09-15T10:47:00.003-04:00

PSALMS 15

LORD, who shall abide in thy tabernacle? who shall dwell in thy holy hill?

2 He that walketh uprightly, and worketh righteousness, and speaketh the truth in his heart.

3 He that backbiteth not with his tongue, nor doeth evil to his neighbour, nor taketh up a reproach against his neighbour.

4 In whose eyes a vile person is contemned; but he honoureth them that fear the LORD. He that sweareth to his own hurt, and changeth not.

5 He that putteth not out his money to usury, nor taketh reward against the innocent. He that doeth these things shall never be moved.

The way to heaven, if we would be happy, we must be holy. We are encouraged to walk in that way. - Here is a very serious question concerning the character of a citizen of Zion. It is the happiness of glorified saints, that they dwell in the holy hill; they are at home there, they shall be for ever there. It concerns us to make it sure to ourselves that we have a place among them. A very plain and particular answer is here given.

Those who desire to know their duty, will find the Scripture a very faithful director, and conscience a faithful monitor. A citizen of Zion is sincere in his religion. He is really what he professes to be, and endeavours to stand complete in all the will of God. He is just both to God and man; and, in speaking to both, speaks the truth in his heart. He scorns and abhors wrong and fraud; he cannot reckon that a good bargain, nor a saving one, which is made with a lie; and knows that he who wrongs his neighbour will prove, in the end, to have most injured himself. He is very careful to do hurt to no man. He speaks evil of no man, makes not others' faults the matter of his common talk; he makes the best of every body, and the worst of nobody. If an ill-natured story be told him, he will disprove it if he can; if not, it goes no further. He values men by their virtue and piety.

Wicked people are vile people, worthless, and good for nothing; so the word signifies. He thinks the worse of no man's piety for his poverty and mean condition. He reckons that serious piety puts honour upon a man, more than wealth, or a great name. He honours such, desires their conversation and an interest in their prayers, is glad to show them respect, or do them a kindness. By this we may judge of ourselves in some measure.

Even wise and good men may swear to their own hurt: but see how strong the obligation is, a man must rather suffer loss to himself and his family, than wrong his neighbour. He will not increase his estate by extortion, or by bribery. He will not, for any gain, or hope of it to himself, do any thing to hurt a righteous cause.

Every true living member of the church, like the church itself, is built upon a Rock. He that doeth these things shall not be moved for ever. The grace of God shall always be sufficient for him. The union of these tempers and this conduct, can only spring from repentance for sin, faith in the Saviour, and love to him. In these respects let us examine and prove our own selves. M.Henry.

I have been Blessed by my studies of the PSALMS.I know that I often remind my children that God's sees all, no matter what me say, do or think God knows about it. If we want to live with our Father in this Holy place called heaven we must make ourselves more like Him.I encourage you to read John 14 and be encouraged! It thrills my soul to know my Lord has a mansion waiting for me in Heaven.

My dear friend Patti from Nonna's News has awarded me a blog award. Thank you Patti for thinking of me.I offer this award to all my visitors, feel free to accept it. Have a great evening.

How Well Do You Know Your Husband?

2008-09-11T15:56:00.004-04:00

How well do YOU know your (Husband ) man?

The other day I came across this on Kimberly's Place and thought It would be fun to give it a try.

So here goes......

Answer this series of questions to see how well you know YOUR man!

1. Your spouse is watching TV. What is he watching?
3ABN which is religious.Politics on msnbc

2. You're out to eat. What kind of dressing does he get on his salad?
Ranch

3. What's one food this person doesn't like?
He does not like chicken casserole, he
says it wastes a good fried chicken :)

4. You got out to a restaurant. He orders....
To drink, it's unsweetened iced tea or coke. To eat, it's prime rib or fried perch :)

5. Where did he go to high school?
Crest High School in Shelby, NC

6. What size shoe does he wear?
12 or 13

7. If this person were to collect anything, it would be.....
Presidential Busts, political buttons etc.

8. What is his favorite type of sandwich?
Egg salad sandwich's

9. This person could eat____________ everyday.
Fish

10. Favorite cereal?
Cocoa Pebbles :)

11. This person wouldn't be caught dead wearing...
Anything he considers not manly....like pink.

12. Favorite sports team
Carolina Panthers

13. Who will he vote for?
McCain/Palin, of course

14. What is his sign?
Libra, but I don't believe in that stuff

15. What is something you do that he wishes you didn't?
Talk to him when he is watching TV.

16. How many states has he lived in?
NC, SC, FL, He was in the merchant marines
so he's lived all over.

17. What is his heritage? I'm not sure

18. Did you bake him a cake for his birthday?
No,He loves Krispy creme donuts.

19. Did he play sports in high school?
Baseball in elementary and maybe HS.

20. This person could spend hours....
Doing yard work.

See how well you know your man!! Maybe you will learn something new!!

I am Blessed with a great Christian husband. He is the best Husband , provider,and Dad anyone could ask for. He works very hard to provide for his family and put up with three girl's well four with Harley :) in the house.We love him very much.

I hope all our friends in Free Port Texas are safe from the storm . We are praying for your safety. Thanks for stopping by. Have a blessed day.

Prayer Request~I Love Your Blog Award ~

2008-09-09T16:15:00.005-04:00

My new blogger friend Sandra from New Zealand gave this really nice award.Thank you for this sweet award.Go pay sandra a visit at her lovely blog Watercolour Dreams These are the official blog award rules:

1. The winner can put the logo on his/her blog.
2. Link the person you received your award from.
3. Nominate up to 7 other blogs.
4. Put links of those blogs on yours.
5. Leave a message on the blogs of the people you’ve nominated.

So, here are my nominations, in no particular order:

1. My daughters Holly & Katie work hard on their beautiful blog 2 Sister's Blog

2. Tammy over at Garden Glimpse's has a great blog go pay her a visit.

3. Patti over at Nonni's News has a lovely blog and is a great friend.

4. Shelly has a warm and friendly blog call Dance like Nobody's Watching.

5. I get a Blessing each time I visit Susan over at Precious Memories Blog Spot.

6. Debbie over at My Spot of Blog has some uplifting posts.

7. Tammy is a great writer and Homeschool Mom at Lattes & Lollypops.

I tried to pick Blogger friends who did not have this award. I enjoy visiting all of your blogs and I get a blessing in some way from each blog I visit as I hope you do from my blog. I know since school has gotten into full swing I may not be able to post every day but I appreciate every visit and comment. I ask you to please pray for my dear blogger friend Sharon from Keeper of the Home her dear daughter Carissa has been battling sickness for sometime now off an on and she is currently in the hospital. I ask for your prayers for this dear Christian young lady and pray for her Mom as well. I put myself in her shoes if this were my child. When God's people pray Miracles can happen. Sister Sharon was one of my first Blogging Friends and she and her family mean alot to my family and I. Have a nice evening.

God is in Control~

2008-09-08T12:17:00.000-04:00

In the brink of all the hurricanes brewing I felt lead to post about God being in control.PSALM 90:2 says that Before the mountains were brought forth, or ever thou hadst formed the earth and the world, even from everlasting to ever lasting, thou art God.

God is eternal. God is all wise and all powerful. He stands above time because He is the author of time. He stands outside all history because He is the ultimate arbiter of heaven's history. Though God allows earthly rulers to make decisions, He is the one shaping the destiny of the nations. He is the one in ultimate control. He controls the weather in like manner.

Solomon says this in Prov.21:1 The king's heart is in the hand of the Lord, as the rivers of water:He turneth it whither soever He will. When things in life seem out of control, it could be the weather or just a personal experience always remember God is always in control. He knows what tomorrow holds. John 14:-1 says Let not your heart be troubled: ye believe in God, believe also in me.

Isaac Watts captured this thought well in his beloved hymn "Oh God, Our Help In Ages Past."

"O God, our help in ages past
Our hope for years to come,
Our shelter from the stormy blast,
And our eternal home!
Under the shadow of Thy throne,
Still may we dwell secure;
Sufficient is Thine arm alone,
And our defense is sure."

Here is That promise of eternal truth. God is our shelter in the time of storm. I pray that our friends on the coast will trust in the Lord to see them through the storms and keep us safe here at home. May God Bless and keep you in his care.

Quilts~

2008-09-06T10:56:00.002-04:00

GRANDMA'S QUILT
With gentle and loving fingers
She caressed the well worn fold;
'Round each piece a mem'ry lingers
like a sweet story often told.

Life is like a patchwork quilt
And each little patch is a day,
Some patches are rosy, happy and bright,
And Some are dark and gray.

But each little patch as it's fitted in
And sewn to keep it together
Amuck's a finished block in this life of ours
Filled with sun, and with rainy weather.

So let me work on Life's patchwork quilt
Through the rainy days and the sun--
Trusting that when I have finished my block
The master may say: "Well done."
Author Unknown

My daughters are very Blessed to have quilts that my Grandmother saved for them. Holly's is the Dutch girl pattern. I used this quilt on my bed when I was growing up. and Katie's is the Star of Bethlehem. Both were sewn in North Carolina where I am from. I have several quilts tops put away to be quilted one day. Who knows maybe I'll take up quilting.I remember as a young girl going to the quilting bees. It was always fun to hear the ladies talk and quilt.

It is a beautiful day here in the upstate. I hope everyone stayed safe from all the storms that were and are brewing on the coasts. We could still use more rain. It's a good Apple picking day :)
Thanks for stopping by.Love -n- Hugs. Lisa ~

It's The Weekend ~

2008-09-05T14:10:00.004-04:00

BEST POEM IN THE WORLD!

I was shocked, confused, bewildered
As I entered Heaven's door,
Not by the beauty of it all,
Nor the lights or its decor.

But it was the folks in Heaven
Who made me sputter and gasp--
The thieves, the liars, the sinners,
The alcoholics and the trash.

There stood the kid from seventh grade
Who swiped my lunch money twice.
Next to him was my old neighbor
Who never said anything nice.

Herb, who I always thought
Was rotting away in hell,
Was sitting pretty on cloud nine,
Looking incredibly well.

I nudged Jesus, 'What's the deal?
I would love to hear Your take.
How'd all these sinners get up here?
God must've made a mistake.
'And why's everyone so quiet,
So somber-give me a clue.'
'Hush, child,' He said, 'they're all in shock
No one thought they'd be seeing you.'

JUDGE NOT.

REMEMBER...JUST GOING TO CHURCH DOESN'T MAKE YOU A CHRISTIAN ANY MORE
THAN STANDING IN YOUR GARAGE MAKES YOU A CAR.
Although I do not think this is the greatest poem by far but It does make a good point.I hope everyone has a wonderful weekend.

Hens & Chickens ? Happy Labor Day~

2008-08-31T21:43:00.008-04:00

I have a question for you. I have grown up around what my Granny called hens and chickens (Sempervivum) I know they're are different types and colors but I have never had any to sprout out like these in the pictures above. Have any of you had this type? If so what do you call them?I knew my thumb was green but wow these have really grown.

Holly drove us around today. She decided to put her permit to some use and drive to the mall. We live near a very busy city so she is getting broke in good but she prefers the interstate driving. She did a good job but I am glad we didn't rush her into driving. I worry about the young driving age for teens. Katie will be driving soon to.

I hope ya'll have a great Labor Day. We are going to hang around home and grill out and maybe take a long walk. Enjoy your day. Lisa

Fall Back to School Give Away~

2008-08-29T17:32:00.004-04:00

My friend Christina over at HsKubes's Haven at Home is hosting a fall back to school give away. Go on over and visit her beautiful blog and enter her giveaway if you like. You will really enjoy you visit there. Christina has a precious family and she is such a Christian encouragement to me as well as a wonderful homemaker and home school Mom.

I hope everyone has a wonderful weekend. We had a great school week. Thank you my sweet friends for your prayers. I really felt them this week. God is so good! The apple festival is this weekend in Hendersonville, NC. We usually go but the last year we went there was so many people you literally walked on top of each other and since I am claustrophobic that was not fun even if I did get to go into the Mast General store :) It feels to hot for apple picking time.

But I do look forward to hot cider, cool evenings and spending more time outside. Take care.

PSALM:9

2008-08-28T12:39:00.004-04:00

PSALM:9-1 I will praise thee O Lord with my whole heart; I will shew forth all they marvellous works.

David praises God for protecting his people.
If we would praise God acceptably, we must praise him in sincerity, with our whole heart. When we give thanks for some one particular mercy, we should remember former mercies. Our joy must not be in the gift, so much as in the Giver. The triumphs of the Redeemer ought to be the triumphs of the redeemed. The almighty power of God is that which the strongest and stoutest of his enemies are no way able to stand before. We are sure that the judgment of God is according to truth, and that
with him there is no unrighteousness. His people may, by faith, flee to him as their Refuge, and may depend on his power and promise for their safety, so that no real hurt shall be done to them. Those who know him to be a God of truth and faithfulness, will rejoice in his word of promise, and rest upon that. Those who know him to be an everlasting Father, will trust him with their souls as their main care, and trust in him at all times, even to the end; and by constant care seek to approve
themselves to him in the whole course of their lives. Who is there that would not seek him, who never hath forsaken those that seek Him? (Ps 9:11-2) M.Henry

I seek to honor and praise the name of Our precious Lord and Saviour. His works are Marvellous and I love him with my whole heart. I hope you day is going wonderful and that you have been Blessed in some way. Thanks for dropping by.HUGS to (((((you))))) Lisa ...

Back To School

2008-08-27T14:51:00.004-04:00

Thank the Lord for the good rain we have had and hope to have more of. We had tornado weather yesterday but we were lucky, none of the funnel clouds came our way but one did touch down at Clemson University which is maybe 40 minutes from us.

School up at the Upstairs Academy is in full swing and going well.I hope your getting off to a good start as well.I added a new recipe over at my cooking site go check it out.My family really enjoyed this low fat dish.Let me know if you try it.

I am continuing my Bible studies in the book of Psalm. I am really enjoy reading and studying the Psalms. I hope you have a great Wednesday. Thanks for coming by my place for a visit. Take Care.

Family Time~~Back to School~

2008-08-24T15:50:00.009-04:00

Madisyn ~
My Mom, My Girl,s My sister & Maddie ~
This was a neat truck!
My sister Kim and I~The beautiful mountains of NC~

We had a great Saturday. the weather was nice and we were able to visit with my sister and my niece in Hendersonville, NC yesterday. My Mom and step Dad and two of their friends had went to the Studebaker's car show at the Hendersonville Holiday Inn. They go and spend the weekend every year. My sister lives about 40 mins aways and we live about 45 Minutes away so we decided to meet and I am so glad we did. We had a great time of family fellowship.We all went to the Lone Star steak house for supper. The food was good and the drive to and from was awesome. The NC mountains are all shades of lush green this time of year, just beautiful!

Well it's that time of year again! Back to school and I am ready. I know the girl's are as well. We enjoy the extra sleep but we all do better on a routine. I am looking forward to a great school year. This is my oldest Holly's senior year. Class of 2009~ I fell old I was the class of 1982~

I am very proud of both my girl's.I hope all your kids have a great school year.
Blessings,Lisa

Pslam 3~

2008-08-22T15:57:00.004-04:00

A Psalm of David, when he fled from Absalom his son.
1. LORD, how are they increased that trouble me! many are they that rise up against me.
2. Many there be which say of my soul, There is no help for him in God. Selah.
3. But thou, O LORD, art a shield for me; my glory, and the lifter up of mine head.
4. I cried unto the LORD with my voice, and he heard me out of his holy hill. Selah.
5. I laid me down and slept; I awaked; for the LORD sustained me.
6 I will not be afraid of ten thousands of people, that have set themselves against me round about.
7 Arise, O LORD; save me, O my God: for thou hast smitten all mine enemies upon the cheek bone; thou hast broken the teeth of the ungodly.
8 Salvation belongeth unto the LORD: thy blessing is upon thy people. Selah. What

God did for David in the midst of trouble.You, O Lord, are a shield for me: Though many said there was no help for him in God, David knew that God was his shield. Others - even many others - couldn't’t shake David’s confidence in a God of love and help.

Under attack from a cunning and ruthless enemy, David needed a shield. He knew that God was his shield. This wasn’t a prayer asking God to fulfill this; this is a strong declaration of fact: You, O Lord, are a shield for me.

My glory and the One who lifts my head: God was more than David’s protection. He also was the one who put David on higher ground, lifting his head and showing him glory. There was nothing glorious or head-lifting in David’s circumstances, but there was in his God.

Men find glory in all sorts of things - fame, power, prestige, or possessions. David found his glory in the Lord. “Oh, my soul, hast thou made God thy glory? Others boast in their wealth, beauty, position, achievements: dost thou find in God what they find in these?” (Meyer)

I cried to the Lord with my voice: “Surely, silent prayers are heard. Yes, but good men often find that, even in secret, they pray better aloud than they do when they utter no vocal sound.” (Spurgeon)

He heard me from His holy hill: Others said that God wanted nothing to do with David but he could gloriously say, “He heard me.” Though Absalom took over Jerusalem and forced David out of the capitol David knew that it wasn’t Absalom enthroned on God’s holy hill. The Lord Himself still held that ground and would hear and help David from His holy hill.

I am so glad my Lord is my shield and the lifter of my head.The shield that helps me fight off the wiles of the devil. The lifter that keeps me looking toward my eternal home Heaven! I hope everyone has a great weekend. The clouds look like rain and I pray it does rain. We are extremely dry here in the upstate and the south in general. Thanks for coming by.

An Atheist In The Woods~

2008-08-20T21:17:00.003-04:00

AN ATHEIST IN THE WOODS
An atheist was walking through the woods.

'What majestic trees!
'What powerful rivers!
'What beautiful animals!
He said to himself.

As he was walking alongside the river,he heard a rustling in the bushes behind him.

He turned to look. He saw a 7-foot grizzly bear charge towards him.

He ran as fast as he could up the path. He looked over his shoulder & saw that the bear was closing in on him..

He looked over his shoulder again, & the bear was even closer.

He tripped & fell on the ground.

He rolled over to pick himself up but saw that the bear was right on top of him, reaching for him with his left paw & raising his right paw to strike him.

At that instant the Atheist cried out,
'Oh my God!'

Time Stopped.
The bear froze.
The forest was silent.

As a bright light shone upon the man, a voice came out of the sky.

'You deny my existence for all these years, teach others I don't exist and even credit creation to cosmic accident.'
'Do you expect me to help you out of this predicament?

Am I to count you as a believer?

The atheist looked directly into the light, 'It would be hypocritical of me to suddenly ask you to treat me as a Christian now, but perhaps you could make the BEAR a Christian'?

'Very well,' said the voice.

The light went out. The sounds of the forest resumed. And the bear dropped his right paw, brought both paws together, bowed his head & spoke:

'Lord bless this food, which I am about to receive from thy bounty through Christ our Lord, Amen.'
I thought this was so funny and we all need a little humor once in a while. Have a Blessed evening.

Where Have all the Firefly's Gone?

2008-08-19T21:16:00.003-04:00

Katie and I were discussing tonight that we have seen little to no lighting bugs this summer. We always look forward to seeing them. When I was growing up we would do weird things with lighting bugs lol. My cousin would take the glowing parts off and sick around his wrist. I thought that was cruel. I always caught them and put them in a jar with a lid with wholes punched in the top for air. I always added some grass but it was nice setting them on my night stand and when all the lights were out they would look so pretty lighting up.One particulare night I must have made my holes to big because I awoke to several lighting bugs flying around in my room.

Have you had any fireflies in your area this summer? It could be the drought here in the South. We live in a newer subdivision but we have lots of trees planted. It's a mystery!Here is some facts I found that I thought you might like to read about firefly's.Lampyridae is a family in the beetle order Coleoptera, members of which are commonly called fireflies, lightning bugs or (ambiguously) "glow worms" due to their conspicuous nocturnal (or, more accurately, crepuscular) use of bioluminescence to attract mates or prey. Fireflies are capable of producing a "cold light" containing no ultraviolet or infrared rays, with a wavelength from 510 to 670 nanometers, pale reddish, yellowish or green in colour, with a lighting efficiency of up to 96%.

There are more than 2000 species of firefly found in temperate and tropical environments around the world. Many species can be found in marshes or in wet, wooded areas where their larvae have abundant sources of food.Light production in fireflies is due to a chemical reaction called bioluminescence, which occurs in specialized light-emitting organs usually on the lower abdomen.

Firefiles are one of God's fanscintaing creations.I am thankful for cooler weather and I hope and pray that we get some rain soon. Thanks for visiting. Your always welcome here :)
Lisa

One Word MeMe~

2008-08-18T22:22:00.003-04:00

You can type only one word answers! It isnt as easy as it looks!

Patti did this fun tag on her blog, and I thought I would join the fun. Hope you will join too!

1. Where is your cell phone? table

2. Where is your significant other? work

3. Your hair color? highlighted

4. Your mother? recovering

5. Your father? living

6. Your favorite thing? laptop

7. Your dream last night? crazy

8. Your dream/goal? happiness

9. The room your in? upstairs

10. Your hobby? computer

11. Your fear? sickness

12. Where do you want to be in 6 years? alive

13. Where were you last night? home

14. What your not? skinny

15. One of your wish list items? funds

16. Where you grew up? NC

17. The last thing you did? walked

18. What are you wearing? clothes

19. Your T.V.? on

20. Your pet? dogs

21. Your computer? Sony

22. Your mood? sleepy

23. Missing someone? yes

24. Your car? BMW

25. Something your not wearing? SHOES

26. Favorite store? Target

27. Your summer? Dry

28. Love someone? yes

29. Your favorite color? all

30. When is the last time you laughed? today

31. Last time you cried? month

32. Who you want to tag? everyone

Psalm-1~

2008-08-15T14:47:00.005-04:00

Psalm 1
1~Blessed is the man that walketh not in the counsel of the ungodly, nor standeth in the way of sinners, nor sitteth in the seat of the scornful.
2~But his delight is in the law of the LORD; and in his law doth he meditate day and night.
3~And he shall be like a tree planted by the rivers of water, that bringeth forth his fruit in his season; his leaf also shall not wither; and whatsoever he doeth shall prosper.
4~The ungodly are not so: but are like the chaff which the wind driveth away.
5~Therefore the ungodly shall not stand in the judgment, nor sinners in the congregation of the righteous.
6~For the LORD knoweth the way of the righteous: but the way of the ungodly shall perish.

. Most people automatically think of David when they consider the question of who wrote the Book of Psalms. A shepherd boy who rose to become the most famous king of Judah, he was also known as "the sweet psalmist of Israel" (2 Samuel 23:1). He lived during the most creative age of Hebrew song and poetry. As king, he organized the services of worship in the tabernacle, appointing priests and Levites for the specific purpose of providing songs and music. So it is not surprising that his name should be clearly associated with this beautiful book of praise.

The Book of Psalms consists of 150 psalms, each of which constitutes a religious song, though one or two are atypically long and may constitute a set of related chants. When the Bible was divided into chapters, each Psalm was assigned its own chapter. Psalms are sometimes referenced as chapters, despite chapter assignments postdating the initial composition of the "canonical" Psalms by at least 1,500 years.

I am studying the book of Psalm and I hope you get a Blessing form the verses. I love reading the Psalm's. We are going to The Rochester's 10TH Annual Homecoming Singing tonight. Their a really talented bluegrass gospel family who travels and sings for the Lord. We always get a Blessing form their music and the other groups are great to. Thanks for stopping by place for a visit and I hope you have a wonderful weekend.

So Now You Know~

2008-08-13T22:35:00.003-04:00

So now you know.Someone gave my husband this book for a gift and I thought I wold post some of these things from this book. I don't know if these facts are correct but they are interesting. So here goes.

A "jiffy" is an actual unit of time most commonly interpreted as 1/100Th of a second.

The dot over the letter i is called a tittle. Tittle also means"iota"or "little bit" as in, "I don't care on tittle."

In the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries it was fashionable to wear your wedding ring on your thumb. :)

Pop tarts,introduced in September 14 1964, were named as a pun on "pop art"

Cola flavored JELL-O was introduced in 1942, but flopped and was discontinued within a year; other failed JELL-O flavors include celery, chocolate, coffee and apple.

The Coca-Cola company purchases more sugar than any other company in the world. Besides being a liquid refreshment, Coca-Cola is commonly used to clean toilets, remove rust,baste ham and dissolve driveway grease.

In Shakespeare's time, mattresses were secured on bed frames by ropes. Pulling on the ropes tightened the mattress and made it firmer;hence the expression"Goodnight, sleep tight."

The song "Happy Birthday to you" was originally written by sisters Mildred and Patty Hill as" Good Morning to you"; the words were changed when is was published in 1935. This is amazing! Annual royalties for the song average $2 MILLION...

With just one shock, an electric eel produces enough energy to light up every room in an average three bedroom house.

With the introduction of the Happy Meal, McDonald's became the largest toy distributor in the world.

So now you know. Most of these things I have not heard of and found them interesting.I hope all of you are well and happy :) Thanks for stopping by.

Have a Beautiful Weekend~

2008-08-09T13:45:00.004-04:00

I hope everyone has a great weekend. My DH worked last night so the girl's and I will probably go shopping and then we will all go out for supper tonight.

I have just a few loose ends to tie up and some lesson plans to do before school starts on August 25Th. It is still hard to believe that Holly will be a senior this year! Time marches on that's for sure.

Katie made a great lunch yesterday. It was homemade beefy Macaroni. It was simply delicious. Holly does a super job cleaning.She loves to vacuum "really" Both of the girl's have learned to double stitch crochet and Katie was so proud that she was doing such a good job on a small Afghan she had started but when her sister was vacuuming she caught one of her yarn strings in the vacuum and that was the end of that. She was upset to say the least but accidents happen. Have a great weekend. Take care.

The Potter Knows The Clay

2008-08-06T21:31:00.008-04:00

Well we had another muggy humid day here in the upstate. DH and I had to do some errands around town to do and we enjoyed the just us time too. We drove up to Tryon Yesterday for a doctor visit an supper at one of our favorite places in that area Side Street Pizza We always take the camera when we go up towards the mountains. I am Blessed with a Christian doctor who is very knowledgeable and caring.The staff in my doctor's office are just the best. It's amazing how God looks out for his children.I am Blessed daily by God's amazing Grace.As I was driving home from a meeting today I heard a beautiful song by The Perry's on the radio. The Perry's are one of my favorite southern gospel groups. We have traveled to several churches over the years to keep up with this talented group. Libbi she's a hoot and that little short gal can sing! The title of the song I was listening to was The Potter knows the clay and even though I am not going through a trial at this time in my life as a human being I have been in the Fire as the song says.You have to listen to it go here. I had a good ride home just contemplating my Lord "The Potter molding and designing me into his image.No matter what you may be going through in your life right now you will be OK because The Potter knows the clay and how much pressure you can take.I know you will get a blessing form this song. I sure did.Have a beautiful day.Isaiah 64~8 But now, O LORD, thou art our father; we are the clay, and thou our potter; and we all are the work of thy hand.

Hot Summer Day's~

2008-08-03T15:39:00.003-04:00

I hope everyone is staying cool. It has been in the high ninety's here for the last week or so and from the weather forecast looks like it is going to be that way again this week.

My husband and my girl's treated me to a special weekend of dining out and shopping on tax free weekend. We found a few good bargains.

I have also been getting the school room organized and ready for another year of school.It is to hot to go outside and do anything.

Well I just wanted to post a little something so my blog would not be so boring :)
I got a George foreman lean machine indoor grill for my birthday. Does anyone have any good grilling recipes. We did some marinated turkey breasts today, they were delicious.

My Mom came through her surgery OK and should be able to go home soon. Thank you all for your prayers. God is able!

I hope everyone has a great week. Blessings Lisa

Happy Birthday To Me~

2008-07-31T15:19:00.003-04:00

Malachi 3:3 says 'He will sit as a refiner and purifier of silver.'

This verse puzzled some women in a Bible study and they wondered what this statement meant about the character and nature of God. One of the women offered to find out the process of refining silver and get back to the group at their next Bible study. That week, the woman called a silversmith and made an appointment to watch him at work. She didn't mention anything about the reason for her interest beyond her curiosity about the process of refining silver. As she watched the silversmith, he held a piece of silver over the fire and let it heat up. He explained that in refining silver, one needed to hold the silver in the middle of the fire where the flames were hottest as to burn away all the impurities. The woman thought about God holding us in such a hot spot, then she thought again about the verse that says: 'He sits as a refiner and purifier of silver.' She asked the silversmith if it was true that he had to sit there in front of the fire the whole time. The man answered that yes, he not only had to sit there holding the silver, but he had to keep his eyes on the silver the entire time it was in the fire. If the silver was left a moment too long in the flames, it would be destroyed. The woman was silent for a moment. Then she asked the silversmith 'How do you know when the silver is fully refined?' He smiled at her and answered, 'Oh, that's easy - when I see my image in it.' If today you are feeling the heat of the fire, remember that God has his eye on you and will keep watching you until He sees his image in you.

'Life is a coin. You can spend it anyway you wish, but you can only spend it once.'

Today is my birthday woohoo lol. I am truly Blessed!

Thankful Wednesday~

2008-07-30T15:44:00.003-04:00

I hope everyone has had a wonderful Wednesday. I just wanted to thank everyone who said prayers for me. My stress test came back good with nothing suspicious and no blockages. Praise God for that! Heart trouble runs in my family but God is good and I have escaped it so far.

Please pray for my Mom she will be having spinal surgery on Monday at Spartanburg Regional. She has a bulging disc and spurs. She has been in a lot of pain.

Wade's Mom is home but she really is not physically better but they thought she may do better mentally to be in her own surroundings. I hope she is able to stay home.

Summer is really flying by but I have to say although I am enjoying a break from school, I am ready to get back to school and a normal routine. Have a great day and thanks so much for coming by and praying for me. (((Hugs))) Lisa

Happy Blogiversary

2008-07-29T15:42:00.003-04:00

Happy Blogiversary to me ~ I have been blogging and loving it for a year well actually more than a year. I started a blog just to check it out for my daughter's and then I deleted that blog and my girl's started their blog. Well I missed it so much I made another blog. I have made many great friends on here that I cherish and look forward to reading their blogs. It's almost like we become apart of each other's family. I know alot of people are Leary of the Internet because of all the trash on it. But I feel like if you are a true believer in God you will find the good in all things such as the TV and the Internet. And Blogging is a good thing~

I appreciate all of you who visit "A Place to Land" and I love the comments you leave.I look forward to making many more Blogging friends.Thank you all for your prayers and your friendships.
Happy blogging.Lisa

2008-07-27T18:07:00.003-04:00

Recall Notice of all Human Beings

Important Recall Notice

The maker of all human beings is recalling all units manufactured, regardless of make or year, due to the serious defect in the primary and central component of the heart. This due to a malfunction in the original prototype units code names Adam and Eve, resulting in the reproduction of the same defect in all subsequent units. This defects has been technically termed,Subsequently Internal Non-Morality, or more commonly known as S-I-N,because it's primary symptom is loss of moral judgement.
Other symptoms include:
Loss of direction
Foul vocal emissions
Amnesia of origin
Lack of peace and joy
Selfish, or violent behavior
Depression or confusion in the mental component
Fear
Idolatry

The manufacturer,which is neither liable or at fault for the defect, is providing factory authorized repair service, free of charge to correct this SIN defect.The number for the recall station in your area is:
P-R-A-Y
Love
Joy
Peace
Long suffering
Gentleness
Goodness
Faith
Meekness
Temperance

Please see the operating manual,HOLY BIBLE, for further details on the use of these fixes.

Warning: Continuing to operate human unit without correction, voids the manufacturer's warranty, exposing owners to dangers and problems too numerous to list and will result in the human unit being permanently impounded. For free emergency service, call on J-E-S-U-S.

Danger:The human units not receiving this recall action will be scrapped in the furnace.

It's been a good Lord's day here at our house. We went to church and out for lunch, it's to hot to cook and now some rest and relaxation. I hope everyone has a great week.

Award~

2008-07-23T23:37:00.012-04:00

My sweet friend Patti over at Nonna's News awarded me with this blog award. Thanks Patti :)

Once an award is received,the rules are as follows:
1. Put the logo on your blog
2. Add a link to the person who awarded you
3. Nominate at least 7 other blogs
4.Add links to those blogs on your blog
5. Leave a message for your nominees on their blog

I really don't like to pick out certain people but I will pick seven this time.
So here goes in random order.

1.My daughters over at The Two Sister's Blog spot
2.Stephanie from Mississippi Song Bird
3.Crystal over at A Hoppin Place To Be
4.Tammy from Lattes And LollyPops
5.Kristi over at Thimble Thoughts
6.Mrs Janice from Maw Maw's House
7.Shelly from Dance Like nobody's watching

I tried to give this to people that I haven't passed an award to recently or ever.
If you would kindly remember me when your praying On Monday about 10.00am I would appreciate it very much. I will be having a cardio stress test. God Knows every need we have but I covet all prayers that are sent up on my behalf. I am just thrilled when I go to peoples blog that I know have been sick and facing one trial or another and see God's people's prayers have been answered. That to me makes this blogging all the more worth wild! I know that Prayer changes things!
Blessings always~

Reserved For You~

2008-07-21T00:31:00.005-04:00

Have you ever taken one of those vacations? You planned to arrive at a distant location where you knew you'd have a great time, but on the way you had so many traveling difficulties that you wondered if the journey was worth it.
Car problems. Traffic delays. Getting lost.Sick kids.In our case dogs to worry about. Irritable fellow travelers. You know the destination would be great, but the trip was anything but smooth. Yet you kept pressing on because you knew it would be worth the trouble.
That's a picture of the Christian life. Those who have trusted Jesus as Savior are on a journey filled with difficulties, setbacks,tragedies and obstacles. Trouble always seems to be present or just around the corner. But we know that an indescribably great destination is in our future.
(1 Peter 1:4)To an inheritance incorruptible and undefiled and fadeth not away, reserved in heaven for you. I don't know about yo but I get excited at the thought of have a reserved place in heaven!
Peter understood. He said that as we make our way through life, we will suffer grief as aresult of our troubles. Yet we can actually rejoice through our difficulties, because God has reserved something special for us at the end of the journey.
Many of us have troubles in our life. I know I face the devil every day,seems like lately more than I would like to when it comes to my health. But then I look at those that have had a much harder journey than I and Feel selfish.What about you are you troubled today? Look ahead. Heaven will be worth the trip.

Prayer for a friend~

2008-07-19T12:53:00.003-04:00

I hope everyone enjoys their weekend.
It looks like another hot day here in the South.
If you would please go over and visit my dear blogger
friend Gena she lost her husband very unexpectedly
in a tragic accident. I was so shocked to read this on
her blog. Gena is a very good friend, Mother and care
giver to her Mom. Please pray for this family. I cannot
Imagine the pain they are going through but I know
The Lord will see them through this terrible time.

a

Great Message~

2008-07-18T00:43:00.000-04:00

What's Blooming in my Garden~

2008-07-15T16:39:00.006-04:00

I thought I would share some pictures of what is blooming in my garden.They say a picture is worth a thousand words, so I have been blogging more pictures than words lately because I am enjoying summer vacation and spending more time with my family.I thought you would enjoying reading this. I love all types of flowers.I really enjoyed looking up and reading all these verses in the Bible pertaining to Flowers and I hope you enjoy them to.

Very few species of flowers are mentioned in the Bible although they abounded in Palestine. It has been calculated that in Western Syria and Palestine from two thousand to two thousand five hundred plants are found, of which about five hundred probably are British wild-flowers. Their beauty is often alluded to in (Song of Solomon 2:12)The flowers appear on the earth; the time of the singing of birds is come and the voice of the turtle is heard in our land.

Matthew 6:28) And why take ye thought for raiment? Consider the lilies of the field, how they grow; they toil not, neither do they spin.

( They are referred to as affording an emblem of the transitory nature of human life in (Job 14:2) He cometh forth like a flower and is cut down: he fleeth also as a shadow and continue not.

(Psalms 103:15) As for a man, his days are as grass: as a flower of the field, so he flourisheth.

(Isaiah 28:1- 40:6) Woe to the crown of pride, to the drunkards of Ephraim, whose glorious beauty is a fading flower, which are on the head of the fat valleys of them that are overcome with wine

(Isaiah 40:6)The voice said Cry and he said, What shall I cry? All flesh is grass and all the goodliness thereof is as the flower of the field.

Gardens containing flowers and fragrant herbs are spoken of in
(James 1:10)But the rich in that he is made low: because as the flower of the grass he shall pass away.
Thank you for coming.

Things I Like About Summer~

2008-07-10T19:38:00.007-04:00

There are many things about summer that I love and the heat is not one of them. I suppose that is why I like things that are cold in the summer time. I love cold watermelon, strawberries or any cold fruit and drinks.I love a good glass of ice cold lemonade in crushed ice.

I enjoy trips to the mountains even though it is just as hot there as it is here at times. But the nights are cooler because of the humdity difference for the higher elevation. I enjoy our annual trip to the Cowpens battleground for their reenactment and big fourth of July celebration. I love summer flowers that bloom, if they can make it in this summer heat.I do not like having to stay inside so much because of the heat. The sweet smell pf the magnolia blosssom is so nice. I'd rather be outside in my flowers or walking. If you turn your oven on to cook it heats up the whole house. Thank the Lord for AC and the good rain we have been having and need more of.

Wade's Mom will more than likely be going to a nursing home. The doctors think her brain was deprived from oxygen to long and caused brain damage. So just pray for the Lord's will to be done.

We purchased our school books for the new year.I can't believe my oldest daughter will be a senior and my baby girl will be a sophomore. Wow where does the time go?
I am looking forward to a great school year. God has Blessed us with the ability to home school for almost eleven years and I would not trade this experience for anything.I am very proud of my daughters and the dedication they show to their school work and their Christian life as well. Have a great weekend.