Thankful

With Thanksgiving coming I just want to say how thankful I am that God has given me such a wonderful family. I love my hard working husband and the 3 kids. They are all so much fun. And I thank God for all the things he does for us and gives us.

Poor Julian has a stomach bug today. He has been throwing up and in the bathroom since 3 am. I hope he gets better for Thanksgiving.
Carlee and Julian are done with school now until Monday. They are happy to be able to sleep in. I have to be honest that I am too. :) And I am still trying to get over this cold. It is terrible. I hate being stuffy.

Aaron and I have started the Love Dare. We got this book last week. We started it yesterday. This is the book off of the movie Fireproof.
I am also still reading the proper care and feeding of husbands. It is actually pretty good and insightful. I am also reading the book of Luke in the Bible. I am enjoying reading all of these.

Well, I hope everyone has a good and blessed Thanksgiving.

My baby is 2 now

Well, Gav turned 2 on Friday. He is getting so big. He is such a little snuggle bug. He loves to give hugs and snuggle with me. I love it. He is in the "mommy can 't get out of my sight" stage. Sometimes it is a little much, but I know it won't last forever, so I need to cherish it. We had one of his bday parties on Sat. with many family and friends. It was fun. He got some great things. His cake was Thomas the train and we had Thomas and Backyardigans balloons. He still loves the backyardigans (he calls that cartoon Pablo). Then today we had Aaron's dad, step mom, step brother and sister in law and their girls over. We had a good time with them. We played a game called Buzz with his Dad and step mom. That was alot of fun.

We went to church this morning too. There was a great message. Pastor talked about being Thankful and not complaining. He said that Jesus never complained and he went through way more than we did. And that Christians' language should be Praise and thanksgiving not complaining. Man, that hit home. I do complain and alot of times when I shouldn't. I should just be thankful for the things I have. I am going to really try to just sit and think about all the things I am thankful for when I feel like complaining. Sometimes this is really hard to do. Then he also said that Thanksgiving is not just about the food. It is about the people that are there with you and the things that God has given to us. What a great message!

I am battling a cold. I hate being stuffy. I can't sleep great. I hate breathing through my mouth. And then of course to go along with my cold I have a couple cold sores on my lip. I haven't had one in about a year... yuck!! I hate them. (here I go complaining).

I am so thankful for my new furniture from my neighbors. We needed new so badly. It was so nice of them to just give it to us. And then my mother in law gave us a new box springs and mattress today. Yeah!!

Well, that is all for now. I am getting tired..... night.

Brrr

What a cold day out! And to see the snow!!!

We had a good weekend. Friday the Dr. sent Carlee to the hospital to get some lab work done. Her leg got so bad! We go in today to find out the results.
Then Sat. she and Julian went to Julian's mom's house for Caroline's bday. She was asked to stay the night. She was so excited. She had a good time. Aaron, Gavin and I went to eat at Cebolla's and then went to our friend Tim and Stina's house. We had a little Bible study and talked and just hung out. It was fun. It was different only having one kid. Gavin talked at dinner so much. It was amazing. And he was so well behaved. He didn't have to compete for our attention or to be heard.
Then on Sunday I was in the nursery at church. And then I went and got a haircut.
So that was our weekend.
Now today I had to go get lab work done. And then I take Carlee back in to the dr. for a check up on her leg and hopefully the lab results.
Then tomorrow we are getting our carpets cleaned. They are in desperate need. And tomorrow night I will get my hair colored.
Friday is Gavin's 2nd bday. I can't believe it. Friday is also Carlee's Thanksgiving feast. I am going to help out her class with that.
Sat. is Gavin's bday party.
What a week!!
I am reading the book of Luke in the Bible right now. Also I am reading another book... don't laugh when you here what it is.... it is called The Proper Care and Feeding of Husbands... yes people, my husband got me this book. Funny huh... But it has some good points in it. I told him I would read it..
Well, I am off to get Carlee from school....

Well, I hope you enjoy the new music I posted. I love the first song. Because just like it says, I feel like sometimes if I could just press through what I am going thru and just touch the hem of his garment I would be made whole. I have been struggling with issues lately that some of you know about. And I just have been praying and asking God for help. And I just remember this song all the time. And I know that there is always a light at the end of the tunnel and I won't be in this place forever. I know that it feels like I will, but I won't. And for those of you struggling, know God is there and he is the same in the valley just like on the mountain top. He is always there. And just like footprints in the sand he carries us. We just need to keep reminding ourselves of this. I am the first to admit I need to be reminded often. But I love God and I know he loves me and died for me and doesn't want me to feel like this.. so i know he will comfort me. So just keep me in your prayers.
And God is continuing to answer my prayers for Aaron and our relationship. So I thank God for that.
I am taking Carlee today to the dermatologist for the spot on her leg. It has gotten so big and I am just worried about infection and stuff. I will keep you posted.
Gavin is good. He will be 2 on the 21st, time has just flown by.
And Julian is good. I am so proud of him for standing up in what he believes with our family morals too. That is what God expects of us all. And for him to do that it is great..
Well, I have to run to another dr. appt.

Here are the lyrics to the song...
Been ostracized for 12 years
I’m used to being alone
Spent everything I had And now it’s gone
I’m used to being put down
My issues tell it all
My only hope is anchored In this fall
Chorus
If I could just touch the hem of His garment
I know I’d be made whole
If I could just press my way thru this madness
His love would heal my soul

If only one touch
So many people calling
How could He ever know
That just a brush of HimWould stop the flow
If he knew would He rebuke me Or shame me to the crowd
Well I’m desperate ‘cause it’s never or it’s now

Chorus

Suddenly He turned around
He said somebody has unleashed my power
Well, Frightened and embarrassed I bowed
You see I told Him of my troubles
And how…I had to touch the Hem of His garment
And I know I’ve been made whole
And how I had pressed my way thru the madness
And His love has healed my soul
Then with one word He touched the hem of my garment
And you know I’ve been made whole
And somehow He pressed His way thru my madness
And His love has healed my soul
I tell you He touched me
He reached way down and touched me
When no one else would touch me
Jesus, shol’ ‘nough He touched me… And I know I’ve been made whole


enjoy.

Halloween

Well, here are a couple pics from halloween. We had wonderful weather and it was fun. Enjoy... I by the way was dressed in 80's....

Let Go, Let God

This is the quote of the week for me. I have had 2 people say this to me. So Is God talking to me?? Probably.
Today is election day.. and I am nervous about it.. but just like the Pastor said on Sunday... America needs to make sure to be turned to God and we need to pray that our new President does the same.. And I do know that before the end of time comes there are things that have to happen.. so maybe this is the beginning.. who knows....
Anyways.. I want to thank a special friend for taking time out of her very hectic life to call me and talk to me about things... She has her own kids, and she fosters and she just has alot on her plate and she took time out for me... thank you.
My thoughts lately have been this.... why is it so hard for us to give God complete control? Why is it hard for us to just have faith?? But it is hard isn't it... we need to Let Go and Let God. But yet it is easy to say and to believe, but hard to live and to practice...
Anyways... I am out of here for now...

New Addition to my family

Well, not to my immediate family. But my nephew Tony's girlfriend just had their baby boy. His name is Trenton. He is adorable. I went and spent some time with them tonight. Please keep them in your prayers. They are young, 16 and 17. And they have it kindof rough. While I was there I had the best time holding the baby and I even changed him for her and swaddled him up. It reminded me of my kids. I miss that.... sometimes. :) I definitely want to be there for them if they need me. I want to be there even if they don't... :) The little guy has a fever now. So please pray for him. I hope all is well, I will know more tomorrow.
Let's also pray for our country and for the election tomorrow.
Well, that is all I have for tonight. I am so tired I can't think anymore..

Set back your clocks

So we just set our clocks back an hour. This means winter is almost here.. ugh. I am battling a cold right now. But Gavin is good and so is Carlee and Julian. And so far Aaron has not gotten it. What a nice night for trick or treating last night. Carlee the witch and Gavin the Bat did so good. They got way too much candy. Unfortunately mommy has liked it too.
We had a visit from my Dad and step mom today. I will have to say that my dad has changed for the better in the past few years. Don't get me wrong, he still is difficult and very opinionated, but he has improved some.
Then we had dinner and had some really good talks with the kids. I have to say I love this. Julian has some really good God and religion questions. I am so proud of him and Carlee. They both love Jesus. they pray for their friends and family and I am just so happy for them. And Julian is comfortable enough to come to me to pray for him and with him. I pray for my kids to grow up to love Jesus and never stop trusting in him.
Well I am getting tired and need to get sleep for church tomorrow.
night