SLEEP

Friday, January 7, 2011

 

Grandpa and I ran some errands this morning, had our coffee breaks and Grandpa putting finishing touches on the puzzle and Grandma went swimming.  Grandpa had an Amish run this evening and Grandma is putting the finishing touches on the "Happy Birthday Jesus cake".  I just had to take it out of the freezer because every time I went to the freezer it seemed to say "eat me".  I did manage to SLEEP about 20 minutes this afternoon which was just enough to give me a boost till bedtime. Hmmmmm, I wonder what tomorrow will bring.

 

THOUGHT FOR THE DAY

When you can't SLEEP, don't count sheep; look to the Shepherd.

 

"Like a shepherd He will tend His flock."

Isaiah 40:11

 

Love, grandma

IMPORTANT

Thursday, January 6, 2011

I guess the most IMPORTANT thing that happened today was each and every person that I met has touched my life in a positive way. Focusing on their words, hugs and beliefs have lead me in a closer walk with God. 

THOUGHT FOR THE DAY

It's not IMPORTANT who you are but Whose you are!

"But as for me and my house, we will serve the Lord."

Joshua 24:15

Love, grandma

RECEIVED

Wednesday, January 5, 2011

 

This is a follow up on answered prayer.  For the last few days I've been contemplating how to revive the mission ministry at our church.  Let me share with you how I RECEIVED my answer.

 

Today when I went to the church for prayer and bible study I went into the office and our Pastor's wife showed me a map and asked if I could use it or post it on the bulletin board.  I looked at the map and it was of the Middle East.  All the countries that were in dark green are Restricted Nations and the ones in light green Hostile Areas.  When I read the description of Restricted Nations it was a real eye opener.  All I knew is I have to bring this information to people who pray for our missionaries.

 

I then went to the fellowship hall where the bible study takes place and a friend handed me a book that he thought I might like to read.  The title, "If you want to walk on water, You've got To Get Out Of The Boat" by John Ortberg.  I thought God is trying to tell me that I need to take action and have faith in Him. 

 

THOUGHT FOR THE DAY

The Son of God became a man, thus enabling men to become sons of God.

C.S. Lewis

 

"But as many as RECEIVED him, to them gave he power to become the sons of God, even to them that believe on his name."

John 1:12 KJV

 

Love, grandma

 

SPECIAL ABILITIES

Tuesday, January 4, 2011

 

Day 4 in the new year.  I've been praying about how to revive the mission ministry I'm involved in at our Church.  Sometimes it gets complacent when not brought to the forefront.  I speak for myself I've been lax on praying daily for my personal missionary.  God has given me SPECIAL ABILITIES to use but it's up to me to step up to the plate and use them.  I'm open for suggestions and encouragement.

 

THOUGHT FOR THE DAY

Things are but poor substitutes for giving.  The only true gift is a portion of yourself.

 

"God has given each of you some SPECIAL ABILITIES; be sure to use them to help each other, passing on to others God's many kinds of blessings."

1 Peter 4:10 TLB

 

Love, grandma

RESENT

Monday, January 3, 2011

 

Back to the pool today and saw some old friends.  I love the small town where you are bound to see someone you know if you are out and about.

I stopped in the drugstore per Grandpa's suggestion because they had 75% off all their Christmas items.  It was hard for me to get past the chocolate candy.  Ok, I didn't get past it but how can you turn down chocolate thin mints for 37cents a box and Truffles 1.49 a bag.  I don't think Grandpa had that in mind when he told me to stop in.  I don't RESENT it one bit and I justified it by the excellent sale.

 

THOUGHT FOR THE DAY

We all need a pat on the back sometimes; and occasionally some of us need a boot on the seat of our pants.

 

"Do not RESENT it when God chastens and corrects you, for his punishment is proof of his love."

Proverbs 3:11,12 TLB

 

Love, grandma

TENSION

Sunday, January 2, 2011

 

Grandpa and I really enjoy the puzzle boards.  It is so convenient to sort pieces.  Grandpa will take one of the smaller boards and his little pile and put sections together.  I on the other hand will seek and find a piece at a time which is fun for me.  I sort different then Grandpa.  I like to put all the same shapes and colors together.  So far we haven't had any TENSION between us. (That's a good thing)

Grandpa said tomorrow will be a regular day.  I asked what he had planned and he said "nothing".  Yep, it's a regular day. :))  We really never know till the phone rings and someone needs us.  I say that's a good day.

 

THOUGHT FOR THE DAY

To live for the approval of men is to live with TENSION and anxiety.

 

"We are not trying to please men but God, who tests our hearts."

1 Thessalonians 2:4 (b) NIV

 

Love, grandma

DAY 1

Saturday, January 1, 2011

 

Today was a quiet DAY doing only the things we felt like doing.  We started our wedding picture puzzle and already we are stuck on the frame. Hmmmm????  I'm sure we will figure it out but till then it's seek and find.

We had sauerkraut, sausage, fried potatoes, cooked apples and ice cream.  For some reason sauerkraut is eaten on the first DAY of the year.  I guess it must be like turkey on Thanksgiving and Ham at Easter. 

It was nice to spend time in the sewing room today working on a quilt and listening to my radio station FM 103.3.  Very relaxing.

It was a cloudy DAY today with rain off and on and just a peeking out of sunshine at times.  All our snow is gone but I'm sure that won't last long.

We enjoyed talking to our children by phone and wishing them a Happy New Year.  E-mail's are nice, Texting is nice, but it doesn't take the place of hearing your loved ones voices.

 

THOUGHT FOR THE DAY

Leave the past to the mercy of God, the present to the love of God, the future to the providence of God.

 

"Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the DAYS of my life; and I will dwell in the house of the Lord for ever."

Psalm 23:6 KJV

 

Love, grandma