There have been some pretty amazing inventions over the years. Some have made things possible for the first time, and others have made life easier.
I'm here to thank the person who invented the paper plate. That's right. The good old don't-have-to-wash-it-just-throw-it-in-the-trash invention. BRILLIANT.
Especially when my two month old dishwasher decided to go kaputz. Normally I don't mind hand washing dishes TOO much, but another week's worth? Forget it. Madge and her palmolive can become BFF with someone else.
Did I just date myself?
Tuesday, July 24, 2012
Tuesday, July 17, 2012
Beyond blessed
Over a year ago, when we were home shopping, I stepped into this house and knew instantly it was THE ONE. We women just have a knack.
I'd commented to Nelson at that time that we could have huge parties in this house and it will feel roomy.
Again, we women have a knack.
Yesterday, I opened up our home for a family reunion. All 40 of us fit beautifully inside. The only ones brave enough to endure the heat and humidity were the "younger" contingent. They didn't care what the weather was, as long as they could use the zip line.
This is exactly what I had hoped for this home; that it would be a gathering place for family and friends. For one brief afternoon, my home was filled with the laughter and voices of people I don't see often enough. The opportunity to connect again was delightful, and reminded me of why we gather in the first place.
My extended family are dear people. Many of them are pastors and pastor's wives. They know how to love, and listen and they genuinely care for each other. None of us are getting any younger, and so the need for these gatherings while the older set is still able, is very important. It was apparent to me that my aunt in particular, relished the chance to see so many of us. The hug goodbye lasted a bit longer and was a little bit tighter when I saw her off. At the end of the day, that's when I know it was successful.
A year ago, I was blessed to find this house. Yesterday, I was beyond blessed to have it full of family.
I'd commented to Nelson at that time that we could have huge parties in this house and it will feel roomy.
Again, we women have a knack.
Yesterday, I opened up our home for a family reunion. All 40 of us fit beautifully inside. The only ones brave enough to endure the heat and humidity were the "younger" contingent. They didn't care what the weather was, as long as they could use the zip line.
This is exactly what I had hoped for this home; that it would be a gathering place for family and friends. For one brief afternoon, my home was filled with the laughter and voices of people I don't see often enough. The opportunity to connect again was delightful, and reminded me of why we gather in the first place.
My extended family are dear people. Many of them are pastors and pastor's wives. They know how to love, and listen and they genuinely care for each other. None of us are getting any younger, and so the need for these gatherings while the older set is still able, is very important. It was apparent to me that my aunt in particular, relished the chance to see so many of us. The hug goodbye lasted a bit longer and was a little bit tighter when I saw her off. At the end of the day, that's when I know it was successful.
A year ago, I was blessed to find this house. Yesterday, I was beyond blessed to have it full of family.
Monday, July 9, 2012
Overdue
My to-do list was a mile long today. Which should have been the warning sign. The sitter came and off I went to get a few things done alone. Perfect. Until.
I was ahead of schedule and looking forward to fitting in one more quick errand before heading home. Until the car wouldn't start. That's right, another "adventure". You don't need all the details. But you should know that the tow truck driver saved the day by figuring out the problem almost instantly. GOD BLESS HIM. He saved me hours of waiting in some car repair shop, fretting away my time.
While waiting the hour or so for him to arrive, I was able to enjoy the beautiful sunshine in the parking lot. My tan is a little darker, my vitamin D levels are up and my spirit is lifted. One of the things that I decided to do while waiting was fill my mind with the gratefulness I had in this circumstance. I wasn't going to allow anything to dampen my spirit or stress me out. It worked! Here's what I came up with:
I am grateful right now for:
- being in a safe parking lot
- not being too far from home
- for friends that are willing to help out
- for Doctors that can reschedule easily
- for a beautiful day to enjoy while waiting
- for a cell phone that allows me to call whoever I need to at the time
- for groceries that were tucked in a cooler of ice on a hot day
- for a sitter that had my kids occupied at home
- for a sitter that was flexible
- for good auto insurance
- for knowing my God had it all under control even if I didn't!
Lesson learned. It would have been easy to sit and stress out, but I allowed the goodness of my God to flood my heart and mind and He, in return blessed me. I love this!
Even if I WAS overdue for another adventure, I was still able to be blessed through it. God is good.
I was ahead of schedule and looking forward to fitting in one more quick errand before heading home. Until the car wouldn't start. That's right, another "adventure". You don't need all the details. But you should know that the tow truck driver saved the day by figuring out the problem almost instantly. GOD BLESS HIM. He saved me hours of waiting in some car repair shop, fretting away my time.
While waiting the hour or so for him to arrive, I was able to enjoy the beautiful sunshine in the parking lot. My tan is a little darker, my vitamin D levels are up and my spirit is lifted. One of the things that I decided to do while waiting was fill my mind with the gratefulness I had in this circumstance. I wasn't going to allow anything to dampen my spirit or stress me out. It worked! Here's what I came up with:
I am grateful right now for:
- being in a safe parking lot
- not being too far from home
- for friends that are willing to help out
- for Doctors that can reschedule easily
- for a beautiful day to enjoy while waiting
- for a cell phone that allows me to call whoever I need to at the time
- for groceries that were tucked in a cooler of ice on a hot day
- for a sitter that had my kids occupied at home
- for a sitter that was flexible
- for good auto insurance
- for knowing my God had it all under control even if I didn't!
Lesson learned. It would have been easy to sit and stress out, but I allowed the goodness of my God to flood my heart and mind and He, in return blessed me. I love this!
Even if I WAS overdue for another adventure, I was still able to be blessed through it. God is good.
Wednesday, July 4, 2012
The Governor
Kids don't normally find interest in politics. My two have, thanks to meeting the Governor of Maine.
My father has been involved in local politics for quite some time in Maine. When the most recent Governor was elected a few years back, my Dad was asked to be on an advisory committee for him.
He thought it would be fun to try and schedule a meeting with Governor LePage so the kids and I could meet him. It worked out. I won't bore you with the details, but suffice it to say, it was pretty incredible. Even the kids walked away feeling that something special just happened.
We squeezed in visits to the Maine State Museum (a well kept secret) and the State House. Both places were worth the stop, and impressive in their own right.
The best part? Governor LePage gave us a token that we're to hand deliver to Governor Christie, on behalf of him. I've made contact with Christie's office, and will follow up to make sure we see this "job" through. Charlie is keen on the notion of meeting another Governor and potential Vice Presidential candidate. Thanks Dad for the chance to do something unique!
My father has been involved in local politics for quite some time in Maine. When the most recent Governor was elected a few years back, my Dad was asked to be on an advisory committee for him.
He thought it would be fun to try and schedule a meeting with Governor LePage so the kids and I could meet him. It worked out. I won't bore you with the details, but suffice it to say, it was pretty incredible. Even the kids walked away feeling that something special just happened.
We squeezed in visits to the Maine State Museum (a well kept secret) and the State House. Both places were worth the stop, and impressive in their own right.
The best part? Governor LePage gave us a token that we're to hand deliver to Governor Christie, on behalf of him. I've made contact with Christie's office, and will follow up to make sure we see this "job" through. Charlie is keen on the notion of meeting another Governor and potential Vice Presidential candidate. Thanks Dad for the chance to do something unique!
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