Tonight was incredible - I arrived home to find David and Brian working on the Jeep. They replaced the radiator and were in the process of replacing the gas tank.
After a run to Checker for more parts (had to swing into Filiberto's for a fast dinner) Jay joined them in working. All three of them were getting along, being nice to each other - in fact, they were even discussing the best way to get the gas tank back in place.....
Most of the evening I sat, watching and listening, praising God for these three amazing men. After a while I went in and made them Rice Krispy Squares - they were so excited.
As we approach being empty nesters - these are the times I am going to miss. The unplanned, precious moments sharing life.
God is good.
Wednesday, May 12, 2010
Sunday, May 9, 2010
Mother's Day
This year is much better than last year. So much has happened - God has done (and continues to move in) great and mighty ways.
Received the sweetest card from Brian - full of love and encouragement and a dark chocolate candy bar. The man is good.
Our children are a blessing even though not all of them are making wise decisions at the moment. I have learned their decisions are not a reflection on my mothering. This was a huge lesson and has given me so much peace.
I am excited to see what the next year brings. God is so good.
Received the sweetest card from Brian - full of love and encouragement and a dark chocolate candy bar. The man is good.
Our children are a blessing even though not all of them are making wise decisions at the moment. I have learned their decisions are not a reflection on my mothering. This was a huge lesson and has given me so much peace.
I am excited to see what the next year brings. God is so good.
Sunday, May 2, 2010
Cruising to Mexico
At Catalina Island we rented a golf cart and drove around the island. It is beautiful.
While in Ensenada we went on an Extreme Dune Buggy outing. This is the before picture - we came back soaking wet, full of mud and laughing. It was so much fun!! BTW - Brian was like a kid in a candy store,
After cleaning up aboard ship we went to LaBufadora for some shopping - this is the best place to haggle and find bargains and the absolute best churros on the earth (cheapest too!). Brian would argue for the fish tacos...
The day at sea was relaxing, at least until the storm hit and the boat was rocking.... we both are still experiencing sea legs.
When we finally got off the ship we checked out hotels around Disneyland for our upcoming trip there. Hopped over to Santa Monica to eat at Bubba Gumps. Rather than driving home we stayed in Ontario and drove home Saturday.
The trip was good, a continuation of healing, making new memories, seeing new places (God is so amazing in all the different ways He creates beauty), making new friends and just growing more in love with God and with each other.
God is so good!
Wednesday, April 21, 2010
Children
It is so fascinating to see how different our children are.
We have gifted and special needs; we have athletes and klutzes; we have social butterflies and those who prefer to be alone; we have servants and selfish.
Yet we love all of our children equally. Or perhaps Erma Bombeck said it best - "I love the child who needs me most at the time." Used to be that didn't sit well with me. Now I think I understand - when our children have a need, as parents we want to fill it. And, thank you Lord, seldom have more than one of our children been going through a crisis at the same time. Therefore, we have been able to meet their needs to the best of our ability.
Our children are a blessing. God is good to us.
We have gifted and special needs; we have athletes and klutzes; we have social butterflies and those who prefer to be alone; we have servants and selfish.
Yet we love all of our children equally. Or perhaps Erma Bombeck said it best - "I love the child who needs me most at the time." Used to be that didn't sit well with me. Now I think I understand - when our children have a need, as parents we want to fill it. And, thank you Lord, seldom have more than one of our children been going through a crisis at the same time. Therefore, we have been able to meet their needs to the best of our ability.
Our children are a blessing. God is good to us.
Sunday, April 18, 2010
Crazy Busy Weekend
There are times I look forward to the work week. We spent ALL day Saturday looking for a Jeep Wrangler for David.
His current vehicle - Chevy Avalanche uses a lot of gas, so we offered to take it off his hands, sell Brian's Cadillac and find a Wrangler. First we tried to trade, no luck. So the Cadillac went on Craig's List to sell - and it did, quickly!
Not to look a gift horse in the mouth (we have been praying hard about this) but wow!
Because Wranglers hold their value, no one wants to get rid of theirs. We were in Mesa, Phoenix and Lake Havasu City!!
Then today David, Vicki and Jay went out. No luck yet. So for a while, we will be making do with two cars.
It will be so amazing to see the miracle God will perform in this one. God is so good.
The plus side - Brian and I had wonderful time together, driving, dreaming about our future. God is good.
His current vehicle - Chevy Avalanche uses a lot of gas, so we offered to take it off his hands, sell Brian's Cadillac and find a Wrangler. First we tried to trade, no luck. So the Cadillac went on Craig's List to sell - and it did, quickly!
Not to look a gift horse in the mouth (we have been praying hard about this) but wow!
Because Wranglers hold their value, no one wants to get rid of theirs. We were in Mesa, Phoenix and Lake Havasu City!!
Then today David, Vicki and Jay went out. No luck yet. So for a while, we will be making do with two cars.
It will be so amazing to see the miracle God will perform in this one. God is so good.
The plus side - Brian and I had wonderful time together, driving, dreaming about our future. God is good.
Thursday, April 8, 2010
Happy Birthday
Well, I guess I really blew it. Well not exactly...Vicki turns the big 50 today and I did not plan a surprise party or anything like that. Infact, we are going on a cruise in just a few weeks and will spoend quality time with eachother. Vicki says age is just a state of mind. I love Vicki and am enjoying our rebuilding time together.
Making chicken and grilled veggies for dinner then off to our small group class. Life is good and it is soo good to see how Vicki has been doing since her double knee replacement. God has truly blessed us over the past year and I am happy for anopther year with such a wonderful person who means so much to me and has sttod by me the past year.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY PRINCESS!!!!!!!!
I love you.
Making chicken and grilled veggies for dinner then off to our small group class. Life is good and it is soo good to see how Vicki has been doing since her double knee replacement. God has truly blessed us over the past year and I am happy for anopther year with such a wonderful person who means so much to me and has sttod by me the past year.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY PRINCESS!!!!!!!!
I love you.
Sunday, April 4, 2010
Resurrection Day
He is risen!
This is the day we celebrate our Lord defeating death. Church last evening was amazing. Worship was off the hook, teaching brought tears to recall the pain Jesus went through for me, the fellowship - just a taste of Heaven.
With all the pain in the world, sometimes I wonder why more folks don't turn to Jesus. He has all the comfort and power. He held me so close during the dark times. He rejoices with us now as His will is being perfected. He is leading us on the path that is absolutely best for us.
While following Him does not mean life will be easy - there is the knowledge He has experienced everything we ever could AND we get to spend eternity with Him. Yep - God wins.
He is risen indeed.
This is the day we celebrate our Lord defeating death. Church last evening was amazing. Worship was off the hook, teaching brought tears to recall the pain Jesus went through for me, the fellowship - just a taste of Heaven.
With all the pain in the world, sometimes I wonder why more folks don't turn to Jesus. He has all the comfort and power. He held me so close during the dark times. He rejoices with us now as His will is being perfected. He is leading us on the path that is absolutely best for us.
While following Him does not mean life will be easy - there is the knowledge He has experienced everything we ever could AND we get to spend eternity with Him. Yep - God wins.
He is risen indeed.
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