Almost 2009

Well, it has been a while.

We had a great Christmas. On Christmas Eve we went to my dad's family Christmas at my step brothers house. Then we went to Christmas Eve service at church. Then we went to look at Christmas lights. We always go by the house in Emerald Lake addition off of Covington road. It is beautiful. Then we got up Christmas morning and opened presents. My dad came over for a little while and then at 4 we got Julian and went to Aaron's aunts house to have dinner with his family. Then on friday we hung out at home with Aaron's dad and step mom. And Friday evening we went to Aaron's mom's house. So that was our busy Christmas. It was fun though. I love getting together with family.

And now here we are, at the end of the year. What a year it has been. God has been so good to me. And I will have to say I have been thru alot this year. But I think I have grown from it. I think that God lets us walk through things to make us stronger. But he never leaves us alone to deal with things, he is always there with us.

Tonight Aaron took Carlee to a Birthday party at the Roller Dome. And Gavin and I are just hanging out. I have been cleaning for our little party tomorrow and for our friend that will be staying with us until Sunday.

Well, that is all for now.

More on Love

So I am continuing to read the Love Dare book. And there were a few points it made that I would like to share with you.

It is on unconditional love again.. I remember when I shared about what the Pastor taught on this.
If someone asks why you love your spouse would you name their qualities? Love should not be based on qualities alone. What if those qualities disappear? Your basis for love is over.
The only way love can last a lifetime is if it is unconditional.
Love is not determined by the one being loved but rather by the one Choosing to love.
Unconditional love will not be swayed by time or circumstance.
And lastly, You will fail to attain this kind of marriage unless you allow God to begin growing his love within you.

I really liked those points. :)

Anyways, the weather sounds like it is going to get bad tonight. Carlee is suppose to have her winter celebration at school tomorrow. I am going to help with that... that is if school is not cancelled.
I am also going to make candy this weekend. I got a few new recipes.. hopefully they turn out good. :)

I can't believe Christmas is less than a week away. Wow, it snuck up on us fast! And then it will be the new year.

Well, that is all for now.

Busy, Busy

Well this week has been pretty busy. The spot on Carlee's leg has come back. I have been on the phone with the dr. and work has been busy. Tuesday I went out to eat with my friend/sis-in-law Carissa and that morning I helped out at Carlee's school. I enjoy going in to her class and helping out. The kids there are getting to know my now. They always come up to me and say "Mrs. Robbins, do you remember my name?" or "Can Carlee come over today?" It is cute.
Julian had his Christmas play last night. He did so good as Santa. We were so proud of him. He really enjoys acting.
Tonight I am watching the Witte kids. Jeremy and Aubrey went to a Christmas play. Tomorrow Aaron, me, Aubrey and Jeremy are suppose to go out to Biaggi's and then to see 4 Christmas. Then on Sunday we are going to the Colts' game. Aaron woke up this morning not feeling well, so I really hope he feels better tomorrow.
I can't believe it is less than 2 weeks until Christmas.
Well, that is all I have for now...

Peace

Sunday our Pastor had another good message. (I love our Pastor by the way). He taught on Peace. Can you have peace during time of turmoil and in the bad times? Wow. what a thought. When something bad happens or when we are in hard times do we give it to God and then have peace? I know this is something I wish I could say that I do. I struggle with not worrying and giving it to God. I want my life to line up with God and give all my struggles and everything in my life to him.
Then we went to Pastor's house. His family invited the church to his house for a holiday open house. It was fun. I had a wonderful time!!

So this weekend Aaron and I are going with our friends to Indy for the Colts-Lions game. I am excited! I love going to Colts' games.

Well, I am getting tired.. off to bed I go..

So, what have we been up to... Well, our car has been in the shop for 2 days. It has a few things wrong with it. And it isn't going to be cheap to fix.
I am still reading the book of Luke in the Bible and the Love Dare. And I got some good advice from someone.. here it is...
If you wouldn't say it to Jesus or your best friend then don't say it to your husband. Too many times we are worried about upsetting our friends or co workers but we are too comfortable with our husbands and say mean things to them.. I am guilty of that at times. So I keep that idea in my head now..
And I am still praying for Aaron to find Christ. I long for him to be the spiritual leader in our home.
Well, I am so tired. so off to bed I go.