Great Friends

Today started out as a bummer kind of day. The cough and cold are still holding on, its chilly outside, Cierra and I are still not"communicating effectively" which really hurts my heart, and I'm just plain tired. Then Missy and Diane took me out to lunch for my anniversary. Married 12 years, some good, some great, some not so much. But we've made it 12 years and this one he's doing his remote tour. He and I aren't "communicating effectively" either so maybe it's me since I'm the common element. But back to my happy spot, Lunch with Missy and Diane. We went to Sambino's and just chatted or sat quietly enjoying the company. Thanks to them I now I have book about Living in God's Love not waiting for earthly type love to be perfect (cuz it never will be) and a daily devotional Bible that will help me accomplish reading thru the Bible in a year which has been one of my goals this year. It's nice to have friends who love you when you're not exactly a lovable person.

Box from Daddy

When the mail came today it included a doorbell ring. The kids and dog immediately were excited. On the step was a box. In the box a gift and note from Daddy for each child. Caitlin has carried her 5-purse around everywhere she goes with the letter Daddy wrote safe inside. Cameron and Corbin bothe spent time playing their games and then traded so that they got to play bothe games. Cierra was sooo excited that both pairs of shoes Daddy sent her fit, so much that she's planning on wearing them to school. She just needs to pick the "right" outfit to show them off. It amazes me how we call, text or email but no matter who you are a card or package in the mail box can make almost anyone smile.

Several Videos

I was surfing You tube today for a video of a song that Missy had recommended. I found 2 versions of it ("Sometimes God calms the storm" ) and I like the music of one and the visuals of the other so I linked them both here. Also I found "When God ran", had  the same difficulty and decided to include them also. Then after looking at the side video list I clicked on the Father's Love Letter. The man reading it has a great voice so I wanted to post it also. I hope you enjoy.

Father's Love Letter to You

When God ran.wmv

WHEN GOD RAN

"Sometimes He Calms the Storm" - Scott Krippayne

Sometimes He Calms the storm Music Video

Catching up...

After the ARRGGHH week, things have been hectic but not so bad. Stress has been high but good friends have gotten me through. The kids got to fly with Commander Jesse and the boys shot off their rockets. Elaine took pictures so I can't wait to see them and possibly post some from that day. Diane rode with me to Winthrop to hear Cierra perform with All State. The performances were great and we had fun listening to the adventures of the previous days from Cierra. Diane video taped several of the songs so hopefully I can upload those also.

Today Cierra received a Golden Apple award at school. Her teachers nominated her for her diligence. Fittingly she would have rather been in class than at the awards ceremony.

i believe baby picture video

A note...

I received this in an email today and I needed it.


"May today there be peace within. May you trust that you are exactly where you are meant to be. May you not forget the infinite possibilities that are born of faith in yourself and others. May you use the gifts that you have received, and pass on the love that has been given to you. May you be content with yourself just the way you are. Let this knowledge settle into your bones, and allow your soul the freedom to sing, dance, praise and love. It is there for each and every one of us."

What a week...

Okay It's actually been a little longer than a week (maybe, idk anymore) but that title just didn't work so here we go...
It's been a rough week (or so) I have had the rotten cold that's been going around and a week later when I am actually feeling worse than ever people ask incredulously "you're still sick?" as if I was holding on to the illness because I was enjoying it. The van is dead in the driveway, and the car keeps peeing oil on the other side of the driveway. I didn't get to take pictures at Cierra's show. I have students that are just amazingly self centered, condescending and altogether royal pains. There's no break between semesters so I go from being pissed off at two pains to facing a class of 26 and starting all over again. Girl Scout cookies are in the garage, there are 2 more cookie booths and the girl scout that lives here could care less. The dog is puking unless we crush her food into an almost powdered state, and to top everything, I installed google phone to be able to occasionally call Randy, I called him, he sounded confused, he didn't know who it was and then he ended the call. To say the least all I could do was cry...  And yes I know there are people with much bigger problems and struggles. And yes I know they are probably handling it all with grace and dignity but honestly good for them. Because right now I'm not and that's that. So, pity party at my house because I can.