Enjoying skirts...

Modesty

I thought I'd say how glad I am that I decided to wear skirts again. It's been a few months and I am so much more comfortable than I was when I went back to jeans. I don't feel like a stumbling block anymore, I feel more feminine, softer, and believe it or not...warmer. I was much colder in my jeans than I am in my skirts. I can wear a flannel slip or petticoat, tights, etc. More layers. :) I haven't regretted going back to skirts.

The key this time for me and my husband was not to be too plain. He really didn't care of the plainness. So I got some cuter skirts and tops and he seems to be happy with that. I don't feel so frumpy either. :)

Do you know I get more respect from men from the grocery store? They hold the door, let me go ahead in line, just seem more gentlemanly (if that's a word lol) Not as many did that when I wore pants. Interesting....

If you could continue to pray for me, I'd appreciate it. :) My heart decided to get tachy this afternoon and it's bumming me out. But, it is what it is, right? :) Thank you some of you for your words of encouragement. It helps. :)

Some days...

are harder than others...

Strength wise I have been a bit weak. It's to be expected. I just got used to feeling pretty good for a while there. Mind you I have had A LOT more good days since starting the experimental supplement. I am very glad for that. But, no matter what you do or take, it doesn't make this illness go away. There is no cure. Just good days and bad days. I have had a few bad days this week. But, I know that there are good days ahead. I just pray for some renewed strength...




It can be frustrating to feel weak when you have a lot you need to do. It can get ya down...but I know that....



My heart has acted up these last couple days, also. I'd like that to stop. :) It's been doing very well with the exception of these last few days. Could you pray about that?

I'm trying very much not to overdo it and trying very hard to not let it get me down.

I can only do what the good Lord allows...

Art class...

Hunter had another art class. This time he made a thumbprint Christmas tree. It was really neat for him to do.






Here's the finished product...I think he did a good job. :) He enjoyed doing it. :)

Grab some coffee and let me tell you about a wonderful blessing...

When I was really little I had a dad that would put me in a closet when I cried, did drugs in front of me, ran from police, wasn't available to talk to, said things he shouldn't say to children, and would reject me when we had to call collect after my mom finally divorced him. I have spoken to him twice in 12 yrs. He doesn't want anything to do with me...

My mom remarried and my step-dad was a good guy. He and I were not really close, but at least he didn't do the things my real dad did. He took care of us and loved us. He was killed 3 yrs ago...

Now that all doesn't sound much like a blessing does it...Not really.

BUT, the good Lord saw fit to restore to me some of the years that was lost without a dad. How amazing is His love for us!

God has connected us with a man that has treated Ryan and I as his own children. The love he shows for us as a dad is truly amazing and selfless. For the past several months, we have grown closer to him and to Him. I have been able to see the love of the Father more understandably through his love. It is so wonderful to have a dad I can talk to, learn from, grow in the Lord with, share life with, share suffering with....

It is certainly a blessing I don't feel worthy of, but am VERY thankful of. God is so good. He loves us so much. He is there for us when we suffer, He is there for us when we rejoice, He is there when we aren't...

All these blessings are because of Him. He is glorified from the love that is shared and the hearts that are touched. It all points back to Him who has freely given...This blessing is extended to my husband whose dad died also and to my son who has a grandpa again....

I'm excited to celebrate this Christmas with a dad again. He sees me as his daughter and loves me just the same. No blood runs between us, only the will of our Father. I am so thankful that he was obedient to the Lord to be my dad.

So you see, this Christmas is extra special. I have been given a wonderful gift, not just for Christmas. I am a daughter, not just of the King....

Kinda blank today...

I have a sort of writer's block today. I've been tired and have had a headache for a few days...so my mind is kinda blank. ;) Haven't been up to much lately except for working on some Christmas projects. I enjoy doing those. I've also been doing the regular daily chores like cleaning, cooking, laundry, etc. But, this time of year it's fun to do them to Christmas music. :) Here's one we listened to last night while I was cookin' dinner. I was standing at the stove swaying to the music while Hunter danced around (he'll never admit it LOL)



Never been to Hawaii...I bet it would be fun. :) Not too sure about the plane ride there though. ;)

This month is full of blessings...God surely loves us. He is so good...how could we ever thank Him enough? By giving our lives to Him and loving others. Love...it's one of the best actions the good Lord has put in us to do. It can also be one of the hardest...

What are some of your favorite Christmas cookies to make? My husband's favorite is one called Bird Nests. They are a thumbprint kind of cookie rolled in crushed walnuts and the "nest" is filled with icing. I haven't attempted these gluten free, but I'm gonna try it this year. :)

Hope everyone's week is going well. :)