We spent most of the day at the apartment today. My younger brother-in-law surprised us with a visit after his radio show and took us to McDonald's so the kids could play in the playplace. We even watched a little of the Astros/Brewers game afterwards.
I also took some time to think about the meaning of today's holiday. Jesus' sacrifice is so much more than I can fathom. My little mind cannot wrap around the vastness of it.
I also have questioned in the past why we call today "Good Friday". How can we say someone dying on a cross is good. But I thought about something today.....or I should say God reminded me that what the world may mean for evil, God turns for good!
Friday, April 22, 2011
Tuesday, April 19, 2011
A Tale of Two Cities
I have never read "A Tale of Two Cities". Call me illiterate....but I don't remember reading it. I'm sure I will have to some time, since I am homeschooling my children. haha!
But I am now living my real life "Tale of 2 Cities". I have been in Texas for three months......helping my inlaws. At first, my father-in-law was having chemo treatments, looking forward to recovery. A little over a month later, we were planning his funeral. Now, a month and a half later, I am still here.
I miss our home. But we have found this awesome church family who have welcomed us with open arms. They have revived a spark in me that I haven't felt in a long time. I used to be a children's/youth director, so I had the chance to be around some awesome people. After leaving the ministry, I felt a part of me had died. All those retreats, planning Bible Studies and watching teenagers transform spiritually before my eyes was over.....or so I thought. I am getting to see it again as a volunteer now. :)
It will be hard to leave family here.....but it will be sooo very hard to leave the church family we found. We have only been there 2 weeks, and already people are calling us "part of the family". How cool is that. Here is a clip about Easter Sunday.....
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RzxMNTMB_EY
See why it will be hard to leave? But, we will try to get back every other month or so. And then, we will have Revolution Church to attend, worship and serve!
But I am now living my real life "Tale of 2 Cities". I have been in Texas for three months......helping my inlaws. At first, my father-in-law was having chemo treatments, looking forward to recovery. A little over a month later, we were planning his funeral. Now, a month and a half later, I am still here.
I miss our home. But we have found this awesome church family who have welcomed us with open arms. They have revived a spark in me that I haven't felt in a long time. I used to be a children's/youth director, so I had the chance to be around some awesome people. After leaving the ministry, I felt a part of me had died. All those retreats, planning Bible Studies and watching teenagers transform spiritually before my eyes was over.....or so I thought. I am getting to see it again as a volunteer now. :)
It will be hard to leave family here.....but it will be sooo very hard to leave the church family we found. We have only been there 2 weeks, and already people are calling us "part of the family". How cool is that. Here is a clip about Easter Sunday.....
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RzxMNTMB_EY
See why it will be hard to leave? But, we will try to get back every other month or so. And then, we will have Revolution Church to attend, worship and serve!
Saturday, April 16, 2011
His 6th birthday!
J turned six yesterday. He is our "tax baby". :)
I can remember how scared I was six years ago. I had an appointment on that Friday. Just routine...
Then, after a sonogram showing that this kiddo could grow up to 11 pounds in a few days, my doc chose to do a c-section. Of course, dear husband was out on an oil rig. He was 6 hours late. Thanks to the good Lord, we had asked my sister months before if she would be his backup. She was wonderful.
Our lives have changed so much since J was born. I used to be a children's/youth director with long hours. Now I am a stay-at-home mom who homeschools. I cannot imagine life any other way. I thank God for my hard working husband who provides for us so I can stay home with the kids.
Our "J" is quite a unique fellow. He got calls for his birthday even from Nigeria! He also got a card from the church's youth group. What six year old has that happen???
Here is his "unique" cake. You may have seen it at a bakery near you....but it is truly and "experience" close up....haha!
He said he had the best birthday ever. I am so glad, since we are away from home. I am blessed to have two boys who can adjust to any circumstance! :)
I can remember how scared I was six years ago. I had an appointment on that Friday. Just routine...
Then, after a sonogram showing that this kiddo could grow up to 11 pounds in a few days, my doc chose to do a c-section. Of course, dear husband was out on an oil rig. He was 6 hours late. Thanks to the good Lord, we had asked my sister months before if she would be his backup. She was wonderful.
Our lives have changed so much since J was born. I used to be a children's/youth director with long hours. Now I am a stay-at-home mom who homeschools. I cannot imagine life any other way. I thank God for my hard working husband who provides for us so I can stay home with the kids.
Our "J" is quite a unique fellow. He got calls for his birthday even from Nigeria! He also got a card from the church's youth group. What six year old has that happen???
Here is his "unique" cake. You may have seen it at a bakery near you....but it is truly and "experience" close up....haha!
He said he had the best birthday ever. I am so glad, since we are away from home. I am blessed to have two boys who can adjust to any circumstance! :)
Thursday, April 14, 2011
A week of happy's and sad's
This week began so great. We found a great church to go to while we are visiting my husband's family. We even went to a small group meeting on Monday night. We met some great people who really welcomed us with open arms.
Then, last night, a true role model in my life passed away. Aunt B was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer about a year and a half ago, I think. She had lost her husband to a car accident the winter of 2005, her mother the next May, and her grandson the next January. I had written her a letter and sent it yesterday to let her know how she was such a wonderful part of my life. She'll never read it. I guess I am selfish. I sooo wanted to let her know what she meant to me and my family. But, I have a feeling she knew. She was such a godly woman, wife, mom, educator, and friend. She was such a great friend to my parents. She opened her home to my boys.....and her grandson became a good friend of my oldest child.
My goal now is to get my life back on track. I know I can't do it alone. God, you have to help me. I want that fire back in my life spiritually. I want to be healthy inside and out. I want to raise my sons the way You want me to. I want to be a wife for my husband that You want me to be.
It is all yours, Lord! Help me become who I am in YOU!
Praying for my family and friends affected by this death...but may God drive people to want to be better because of her example! :)
Then, last night, a true role model in my life passed away. Aunt B was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer about a year and a half ago, I think. She had lost her husband to a car accident the winter of 2005, her mother the next May, and her grandson the next January. I had written her a letter and sent it yesterday to let her know how she was such a wonderful part of my life. She'll never read it. I guess I am selfish. I sooo wanted to let her know what she meant to me and my family. But, I have a feeling she knew. She was such a godly woman, wife, mom, educator, and friend. She was such a great friend to my parents. She opened her home to my boys.....and her grandson became a good friend of my oldest child.
My goal now is to get my life back on track. I know I can't do it alone. God, you have to help me. I want that fire back in my life spiritually. I want to be healthy inside and out. I want to raise my sons the way You want me to. I want to be a wife for my husband that You want me to be.
It is all yours, Lord! Help me become who I am in YOU!
Praying for my family and friends affected by this death...but may God drive people to want to be better because of her example! :)
Sunday, April 10, 2011
New church for us to go to when we come to visit family in TX.....
http://www.revyourlife.com/
This is where we visited this morning. My oldest loved it. (The youngest is only 2....he seemed to enjoy it, but who knows at that age? haha)
We were welcomed by so many. My son's teacher even asked us to come to small group at her house tomorrow night.
Thank you, Lord, for helping us find a church home away from home. I hope my husband likes it....cause I sure do! :)
This is where we visited this morning. My oldest loved it. (The youngest is only 2....he seemed to enjoy it, but who knows at that age? haha)
We were welcomed by so many. My son's teacher even asked us to come to small group at her house tomorrow night.
Thank you, Lord, for helping us find a church home away from home. I hope my husband likes it....cause I sure do! :)
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