Hello Everyone,
Today has run the full lap of experiences. I had joy playing and hugging with my grandson. I got to give my granddaughter some grandma tummy time, which for her is like a fluffy pillow. I think I got the fluffy belly down REAL good. I got to see my favorite daughter in law. I had an opportunity to encourage someone I love deeply to remind her that she's worth taking a stand for. I had an unexpected anonymous gift in the mail. I'm hoping that whoever sent the gift reads this and knows how much my day was blessed both by the gift and the message that came with it. You know who you are and I pray for blessings upon blessings for you. There has also been some physical pain and discomfort which keeps me humble.
I really do live a good life. I wish I appreciated it more. Sometimes, I have these moments of such clarity and it reminds me that this life is not my forever home. In a way, I'm kind of like one of the millions of children who are in foster homes and group homes waiting for their forever family. The trials and tribulations they endure during the journey, makes the destination that much sweeter. As an adopted child of God, I'm anxious sometimes for my forever home and family. But then, things like today happen and I'm reminded once again that we (the church) are His arms, His legs, His heart, His instruments to assist others when the opportunity is made known to us. My prayer is that I keep my ears open and my mouth shut so I may know what my Lord would have me do in any given time or place.
Therein lies the problem; keeping silent so I may hear what plans there are for me. I'm reminded A LOT that I need to stay in today and not worry about tomorrow. There are so many daily reminders that even though I have not reached my final destination, I know the Pilot personally and He is by far the best there is. He loves me. He loves you too. This evening I'd like to leave you with one of my favorite verses from the book of Psalms 46:10 which states "Be still, and know that I am God." Until next time, Be Wise, Be Kind, Be True, Love, Patty
This blog will be about daily life and some things I've learned along the way. I hope it interests you, entertains you or otherwise, helps you keep perspective!
Wednesday, October 22, 2014
Sunday, October 19, 2014
Nice game, nice life
Good Morning Everyone,
I know, I'm still being difficult. It's just with another grandchild, my little miss Emma, I'm juggling more than one. You know, I never thought that I had this much love in me. It feels like this is life. Am I okay with how it's coming along? I don't really have the answer to that question yet. Right now, I actually have a court date for my disability through SSI. It's been a couple of years, but have spent this entire year without funds of my own. It's amazing how the extras get taken care of.
There is a question that I think everyone needs to answer, "Am I okay with how my life is coming along?". What would I change? I really hadn't asked myself that question. The obvious answers are getting income again, obtaining a reliable vehicle and pretty much revolving my life around the lives of my 3 kids and their 2 kids with a third one on the way. Her due date is my birthday. They're hoping for a girl but Paxton will be a great big brother anyway you look at it.
But wait, there's still things I wanted to do. I wanted to learn to paint a landscape with oils. I want to try my hand at photography. I think I take GREAT pics. I'll put some up here soon. I'd love to try sculpture or join a reading group with the classics. I've thought about so many things that I thought I'd have an opportunity to still try. I'd love to go abroad and see some of Europe. Truthfully, I'd love to see more than Europe. But I also fight anything outside of the routine. What's a woman to do?
It is strange. Yesterday, my ex-husband came back into town to see the kids and his dad I assume and he got to meet his new granddaughter. Seeing the picture of him takes me back to the music I liked when we were in high school and were dating. He was my best friend for so long. I really miss him. I'm not saying that I don't want his marriage to work. I'm just saying I miss my friend. My kids father. I wish we could have gone through these changes together (in the same room, not necessarily together).
This weekend really brought back a lot of feelings about family and the past and how it's all connected somehow and weaves a beautiful tapestry that is the makings of my life. I guess I just wanted to say, I've missed everyone.....even the ones I haven't actually met.
Until next time, I'll leave you with one of my favorite verses in Romans 12: 1-2 "I urge you therefore brethren, by the mercies of God, to present your bodies a living and holy sacrifice, acceptable to God, which is your spiritual service of worship. And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, that you may prove what the will of God is, that which is good and acceptable and perfect."
Until we meet again, Be Wise, Be Kind, Be True........and I hope you like the pictures I included after this. Love, Patty
I know, I'm still being difficult. It's just with another grandchild, my little miss Emma, I'm juggling more than one. You know, I never thought that I had this much love in me. It feels like this is life. Am I okay with how it's coming along? I don't really have the answer to that question yet. Right now, I actually have a court date for my disability through SSI. It's been a couple of years, but have spent this entire year without funds of my own. It's amazing how the extras get taken care of.
There is a question that I think everyone needs to answer, "Am I okay with how my life is coming along?". What would I change? I really hadn't asked myself that question. The obvious answers are getting income again, obtaining a reliable vehicle and pretty much revolving my life around the lives of my 3 kids and their 2 kids with a third one on the way. Her due date is my birthday. They're hoping for a girl but Paxton will be a great big brother anyway you look at it.
But wait, there's still things I wanted to do. I wanted to learn to paint a landscape with oils. I want to try my hand at photography. I think I take GREAT pics. I'll put some up here soon. I'd love to try sculpture or join a reading group with the classics. I've thought about so many things that I thought I'd have an opportunity to still try. I'd love to go abroad and see some of Europe. Truthfully, I'd love to see more than Europe. But I also fight anything outside of the routine. What's a woman to do?
It is strange. Yesterday, my ex-husband came back into town to see the kids and his dad I assume and he got to meet his new granddaughter. Seeing the picture of him takes me back to the music I liked when we were in high school and were dating. He was my best friend for so long. I really miss him. I'm not saying that I don't want his marriage to work. I'm just saying I miss my friend. My kids father. I wish we could have gone through these changes together (in the same room, not necessarily together).
This weekend really brought back a lot of feelings about family and the past and how it's all connected somehow and weaves a beautiful tapestry that is the makings of my life. I guess I just wanted to say, I've missed everyone.....even the ones I haven't actually met.
Until next time, I'll leave you with one of my favorite verses in Romans 12: 1-2 "I urge you therefore brethren, by the mercies of God, to present your bodies a living and holy sacrifice, acceptable to God, which is your spiritual service of worship. And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, that you may prove what the will of God is, that which is good and acceptable and perfect."
Until we meet again, Be Wise, Be Kind, Be True........and I hope you like the pictures I included after this. Love, Patty
Saturday, October 18, 2014
Nebraska Football: It's a beautiful thing!!
Hello, I'll get up in the morning and get you up to date. Tonight this is all I have. :-p
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