Sunday, Jan 20
A little of this and a little of that
Happy Sunday Bloggy friends!
Here are some updates and tidbits from this week.
* Though skinny girl made Holly and I run in frozen elements this weekend, and I got a non-fat, no sugar latte at Starbucks, the number is still 149. Sigh. Yes, it will take time. Yes, I am committing this to the Lord. And Yes, I’m in it for health reasons and I shouldn’t focus so much on the numbers. But I’m having romantic notions of my husband picking me up and swinging me around while on his little business getting away- Like they do in the movies y’all. And, well, if he tried that right now, he’d wind up in the hospital in traction. So see, the numbers do matter a wee bit.
Oh and I must say I got completely tickled by your comments on my “weight” post. Especially my sweet friend who said I inspire her with my “obsience.” I’m thinking it was a typo and was maybe supposed to say “obedience.” But obsience was quite appropriate and made me laugh hard- out loud.
* Thank you so much for praying for Ashley’s gym meet. She was competing with a bum knee but was determined to give it her all. While I am thankful she stayed safe and that I didn’t have a heart attack, it was a rough meet. Keep praying for her and her team mates. They all head to Orlando next weekend to try again.
See evidence for said heart attack to the left. Yes ma’am that’s my baby.
* Though the big snow of 2008 turned out to be but a slight dusting- my kids were quite determined with their great snowman ambitions.
Have you ever seen a cuter snow man ever??? I think the electric blue hair adds a nice touch with the carrot stick nose don’t think? Not bad for two little southern snow bunnies hunh?
And last but certainly least, I have so enjoyed reading all of the entries for the publishing contest. I must give a quick shout out to Lisa B who painstakingly gathered all of the entries that were linked to blog posts and compiled them into this nice list. I can’t imagine how much time to took to do this. Thank you Lisa B so much for making it easier on all of us to see what posts were entered. If you are in the reading mood this weekend, post a comment about one or two that you read and like. How I’m ever going to narrow this down to just one is beyond me. There are many, many good entries.
- God Loves Wrinkled Shirts by Paula Gresham
- MrsProverbs31 {Many articles}
- Mothers Trapped in a Dark Prison by Heather Cox
- Listening + Obeying + Doing = His Supernatural Blessing by Rachael
- Believe Big, Believe Him by Monica
- Madly, Deeply by Monica
- If I Sat With You Today by Monica
- Gifts to the Future by Mary
- Amazing Grace How Sweet the Sound by Laura
- Pretty in Pink by Krista
- Passing It On
- Cinderella Should THANK Her Stepmother by Amie
- Potty Prayers: A Mother’s Saving Grace by Lisa B
- Frozen by Fear – Freed by the Father by Christie Todd
- Addie, Our Pet Rock by Celly B
- Celebration of Life by Amy
- Everyday Blessings
- A Lesson in Humility by Tina Vega
- Giving Your Children the Gift of Music by Sarah
- Are Pantylines a Sign of Godliness or Can Christian Women Wear a Thong?
- Time Management 101 by Melissa
- Just One Way by Daiquiri
- Bring God Your Brokenheart by Sue
- Pillar of Cloud by Luanne
- Pick-Up Sticks
- Adventures in Pet Sitting by Carol
- Help by Carrien
- Building a man by Cindy Beall
- Searching for Home in a World on the Move by Lauren Caldwell
- Jesus at McDonalds by Carol
- Wild Ride by Gerry Blumberg
- When the Quest Becomes the Idol by Beth
- Harvesting Hope from a Heartache by Jennifer Saake
- Plain Jane, Somber Sally and Superficial Sue by Jennifer Saake
- Faulty Mirror by Holly
- Those Not-So-Still Small Voices by Starr
- Insecure vs Secure In by Cheryl
- Beat Up? by Angela
- Small Tasks, Big Impact by Amy
- Miracle of the Moment by Kim Chewning
- Recovering All by Kelli
- Lesson Learned by Jeanne
- Goosebumps and Tears by Jennifer
- Coffee Grounds and Wafer Crumbs by Jennifer
- Alphabet Songs by Sally
- Share Your Prayers by Beccagirl
- In Pursuit of New Skills by Rachel
- Thoughts for the Season by Vickie
- Consumerism vs. Contentment by Angie
- Worship Journal – The Power of Pure Praise by Stephanie
- Meeting God in the Whispers by Samantha Roberts
- Digging for the Nugget by Steph
- Weeds by Sanya
- The Masterpiece by Sumi
- No More Tears for Fears – Marriage as a Three-cord Strand by Linda
- When Your Husband has a Bad Day by Shelly Burke
- A Tribute to My Aunt by Denitra
- The Determined Life by Amy Brooke
- The Nativity Set by Denitra’s daughter
- Crumbs from the Table by Sumi
- I See You by Athena
- You Glow Girl by Athena
- A Portrait of Love by Karen
- Graceful by DeeDee
- The Friendship Counsel by Dina
- When Words Don’t Come Easy by Tami Boesiger
- Not Just Any God, Not Just Any Girl by Elaine Johnson
- Finding My Voice by Lisa Roszler
- Idolatry in Marriage by Becca
- He Reads to Me by Mandy Thompson
- Spiritual Moodiness by Mandy Thompson
- He Didn’t Blame God, but He Sure Did Pitch a Holy Fit
- Pink Petunias by Dawn Ward
- Women are Trees? by Amy
- Two Reflections One Life by Chris
- Remove the Scum by Shonda
- Filling the Dumpster by Lisa
- Laying Down by Jess
- My Security by Tam
- Lessons I am Learning by Rachel
- Great Expectations by Missy
- Hidden Treasure by Susan
- Venezuela Trip – Parts I – IV
- Blessings from Venezuela
- The Turning Point …
- Lessons from the Left Field Wall by Lisa
- Seek with all Your Heart
- Pictures and Prayers at the Kitchen Sink by Amy O.
- Viewfinder Faith by Elisa
- Oh I Wish I were an Oscar Meyer Weiner by Amy Wyatt
- A Multiplicity of Patches by Kelly
- Companions in the Race by Terri
- Learning to Trust
- When We’re Unsure About Our Ability To Go by Heather
- That’s Life …
- Good Cooker by Lelia Chealey
- Dream Her Very Own Dreams by Alyssa Avant
- Interactions with the Aging by Valerie
- The Gift in You! by Mariel
- Risky by Heidi
- Breaking the Contract by Kathy
- Soaring by Joyful
- A Cup of Encouragement by Sandy
- Ain’t Nothing Like the Real Thing by Kara Akins
- Love the One You Are With by Jai
- I saw God Today by Julie
- Trust and Obey by Amy
- There is No Greater Thrill by Amy
- God’s Unexpected Plans by Carlyn
- Burnt Dinner Rolls by MrsJoeB
January 21st, 2008 at 7:46 pm
Hi! I love reading your blog … a little, no, a lot of inspiration everday! That picture you snapped of the beam was so cool – my heart took a leap too!
Great pictures of the kids and snowman too!! And I couldn’t help but notice your beautiful home too! Keep posting these great blogs – you touch a lot of women for sure!
Diane
January 21st, 2008 at 2:01 pm
Lysa, the picture of Ashley was amazing, it took my breath away! You probably don’t remember me, but I was Ashley’s assistant teacher at Weddinton Christian Preschool when she was in the two day twos program with Ms. Alice as the lead teacher.(I was Ms. April) I can’t believe how much she’s grown, I also subbed some for the three year old class and I remember Hope as well. I guess they will forever be 2 and 3 in my mind, they were both sweet girls and I do have some fond memories of them both. I am a mom now of four and haven’t worked at Weddington since my oldest child arrived 8 and a half years ago. I love reading your blogs and getting the P31 devotionals daily. Thank you for being a Godly role model! Sincerely, April
January 21st, 2008 at 12:57 am
Lysa,
You are a brave, brave woman to endure you’re daughter flipping through the air like that. My poor children have a complete wimp mom who holds them back from way too much. This is also why God has given me ONE boy and five girls – I couldn’t handle more than one child on the football field.
January 21st, 2008 at 12:37 am
I’ve barely scratched the surface with all of the posts, but from what I’ve seen, there is quite the task ahead of you! So many beautiful faith-filled women sharing stories of God moving, the Spirit speaking and real encounters with Jesus inspire and encourage me.
Thank you for offering a place to gather these stories all together.
God Bless,
Jane
January 21st, 2008 at 12:21 am
Okay, so technically it is Monday — at least out east where you are. I was hoping all the answers would come at midnight! Oh well.
January 20th, 2008 at 11:08 pm
I have been the lone parent to four this weekend…now Daddy’s home! Yay! sigh…
Ahh, now I can read. It may take awhile, but I plan to read every one. I can’t wait!
Tiggerdaisy, I am praying for the family of your friend’s mother. Let them know.
Love,
holly
January 20th, 2008 at 10:30 pm
the gymnastics photo is awesome!!
love the snowman, the blue hair is great!! We did not make a snowman, my 3 year old leanred how to make snow angels. She really wnated me to make snow angels with her, but see I am 36 weeks prego and I thought honey, if momma gets down and makes a snow angel, she ain’t getting back up!!
mu husband thinks your riddleis about a rock concert?
January 20th, 2008 at 10:17 pm
Maybe you should consider more than one winner but instead having a monthly “blog article” in the magazine?!?!?
Amazing how much of a response you have received! Thank you for all this fun! Two of my listings “Nutrients for the Body and Soul” and Jesus Wept” are lengthy and on a floppy. I will need to convert this (which I cannot do with my laptop). I will send these later to your group for review outside of this contest. This weekend was just too full!
In His Graces~Pamela
January 20th, 2008 at 9:55 pm
I love that Lisa B pitched in and helped out. She normally is fixing my blog when I break it, but I’ve been pretty good here of late… i’m sure she’s been bored!
there are so many awesome entries on here! I’m thrilled to be among them!
January 20th, 2008 at 9:01 pm
The list is great! Thanks Lisa B!
I’ve loved reading and have tried to comment on them as I’ve read. There are just so many! But it is great to read how God is working.
Thanks to those of you who have left sweet comments on my site. The are very encouraging.
Good luck deciding. You know, you can always use some of them over a period of several issues . . . just a thought.
Happy Sunday. I look forward to Monday. (I hardly ever get to say that!)