Labels: mothering, prayer request, prayers for the military and leaders, Selective service
Vanilla cake with chocolate frosting----Check
Sushi- check (and yuk.)
Quizno's Classic Italian 12" sub-Check
Sobe Energy drink- yellow- check
Salt and vinegar chips- check
(A strange combination for dinner- but the birthday boy's favorites- just the same.)
Birthday presents and cards- Wrapped and ready.
Dinner shared, lights off, candles blown, and cake eaten. Our family tradition of sharing favorite memories of the person being celebrated, was enjoyed by all. All the bases of a birthday have been covered. Or, so I thought.
After the celebrating was over- he announced- "Mom, you know I have to go to the post office" .... *blink, glazed look of confusion on the face of the mother. "Huh? Not NOW? Right?" I was in my comfy sweats- not exactly visit to the post office wear. "No but soon, I have to register for the draft." was his answer. Without thought, my face communicated what my heart was feeling. My husband and sons looked at me like I was crazy. (not the first time)
"You knew that" Was their reply. I suppose- somewhere in my brain that information was stored. But, it was stuffed in the back stored somewhere under: "things I don't have to think about." Until now. As a woman- turning 18 meant being able to vote- the ability to get into bars/clubs.... but register for the draft? Not so much.
Sure, we don't have a draft. But, we're at war. Every single day, husbands, sons and brothers, mothers enlist and are called on to serve and yes- to even fight.
Regardless of your political viewpoint, in honor of my boys birthday- and in honor of all the men/women serving or left behind-will you pray with me for them and for our nations leaders?
"Dear Lord- Today, I see the boy you entrusted into our care- become and official "adult." I still see the tiny boy with big eyes behind the 200 lb man who is now in his body. I love him as much as any mother loves her son- I pray that you'd be with him every day, continue to guide his choices and be at work in his life, where ever theat leads.
God for all those mom's, wives- sisters who have loved ones in the service- I pray that you'd be with both them and their loved ones with guidance, love, compassion, protection, healing and peace. I ask you to guide our nations leaders, and I pray for peace and security- two things that you alone can truly give. Amen"
Labels: beagle, pet seizure, prayer request
This is our girl Sami- usually I have something ridiculous to say about her.
Like: she ate my cracker barrel rocker, (well- ok- part of it) or, she licks the boys face as an appetizer to her dog food... or that when confronted that sharing with the dog could lead to germs--- Noah responds "She doesn't mind." Ridiculous stuff like that.
Not tonight. Tonight, I'm asking for prayers of our girl. She had a rough evening. Looks like she has a seizure. This resulted in my turning into a puddle of crying goo- after trying to do a doggy heimlich maneuver- 'cause I thought she was choking.....then a frantic visit to the emergency clinic. She couldn't stand- just flopped on my lap (all 30 lbs of her) on her side- and paddled her feet like she was running. Breathing was "weird." Noah said she wasn't blinking. Neither was I. And, I may have been holding my breath- too. It lasted probably a couple of minutes. VERY LONG MINUTES. I think I prayed- I know I cried out Jesus name- asking without much in the way of words -for help.
By the time we located the number of the clinic- and had her leash- she jumped up to go to the door. "Bye bye" is her favorite place;) I think that's when I started to breathe better- myself.
The emergency vet said it may never happen again. (We're going for what's behind THAT door- thank you very much) Or- it could start happening more often.... or once in a while.
I don't remember ever having a pet have a seizure. It's a scary thing. Fortunately, DH was home--- but unfortunately so were all the kids. At one point Noah asked if Sami was dying. That's what pushed the tears out of where ever I was holding them in at.
Everything is quiet now. Sami's sleeping- I'm calm,(er) the kids are fine. But- if you have a second- we'd appreciate prayers for our girl Sami. Yeah- she's a dog- and she's even sometimes bad--- but she's ours. And we love her to bits.Matthew 10:29
Are not two sparrows sold for a penny? Yet not one of them will fall to the ground apart from the will of your Father.
Dear Jesus- I know- she's a dog- but she's ours- God if you care for sparrows- and count the very hairs of our heads- then I gotta believe you care for our girl Sami- please help and heal her- please help us as we take care of her--- and God? Please help me not turn into a pile of goo- if this happens again... I love you Lord- and am glad that even when all I could do was cry your name- you were there. amen
Labels: free knitting pattern, knitting, prayer request, Yarn Harlot
My I present the first set of "Unoriginal Hats"
In my artistic series- titled "unoriginal hats for all."
Sounds so much better than admitting to my OCD like tendancies are once again running free... but count them- 6 hats done! (bring on the Christmas knits!)
Clockwise from the top- Malabrigo Chunky in Olive for my middle son. (US size 10.5)
Malabrigo Worsted held doubled for my niece. (US 10.5)
Berroco Ultra alpaca haled doubled for hubby.
Paton's classic merino camoflage for my oldest. (size 11 he has a pumpkin sized head;)
Jaeger Natural fleece- for my FIL- us 11 should have gone down a size on this one.
And Lion brand chenille- size 11 should have gone down a size here too.
More hats in the queue- Malabrigo chunky in teal for my step dad....etc....these are quick and simple- but cute- sorry no one would model for me-- and well- I look like a dork in hat;) (hair too short- none sitcks out- makes me look bald;) which would be fine if I WERE bald... but I'm not and I have too much invested in hair dye to not let it be seen;)
Can you do me a favor- I have a few friends (a bunch actually) with health issues that could use prayer -- a young woman, a new mom, a dad, a pastor.. my SIL and well my hubby too--- seems like when it hist the fan--- it really hits the fan and spreads. thnx
ps the boy's face is still healing- looks like he's a foot ball player now- down to dark marks under his eyes a aross his nose.... what a month!
Labels: chevron scarf, prayer request, ravelry, update
Just a fly-by blog update. My post is up at "Laced With Grace" Find out what find out about one-sided hide and seek. Prayer request:My Grandma is in the hospital, chest pains abnormal EKG after a diagnostic thing... I found out "through the grapevine" (complicated, complicated) please pray for her and for the family. (my complicated, complicated family) Knitting... another Chevron.... oh my word I'm SO the daughter of a recovering addict. At least its chevrons.. could be worse. Fleece Artist Seawool (lt pink) and Kigu KPPPM darker pink variegate. YUM. Better pic later- was updating stash for Ravelry taking loads of pics... when the sun met with a cloud collision;) just as I was taking this one. Don't forget soltrcy on ravelry. Oh, did I mention I got my invite for RAVELRY????
Edited to add: Well the weekend just keeps getting "somethinger" anyways- please pray for the MOPS event- I won't be able to attend- My youngest got sick (of the tummy type) while I was on my way home from the funeral home today. Please pray for the replacement speaker at the Simulcast- and for my SIL and brother- as the funeral is tomorrow- 3/24/07----My hubby will be attending- while I attend the toilet with a sick little guy. Thnx for your prayers- ts Leadership for Life Summit 2007 March 24, 2007 I'll be attending/speaking at out local site. Please continue to pray for my SIL, brother and family as her Dad's funeral will be held on Saturday morning, then they'll be making a long drive to his burial site. (I'll be attending the simulcast after the funeral) For more information on MOPS International- please visit the website at www.mops.org! Labels: MOPS International, prayer request
As a woman, mother and leader you are constantly communicating. This year’s Leadership for Life Summit offers an opportunity to fine tune your communication skills.
Join Elisa Morgan, Liz Selzer and the MOPS International Leadership Development Team to learn more about these specific topics related to effective communications:
Explore assumptions you bring into communication
Identify barriers that hinder communication
Customize responses to improve communication
Learn to clearly communicate the gospel
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