My Big Brother

This may be a record.

I don't think I've ever blogged twice in one day!

I want to tell you about one of my favorite people.

He is handsome.
He is quiet.
He never speaks poorly of others.
He loves rock and roll.
He is very intelligent.
He loves to read.
He enjoys a good baseball game.
He's fun to play card games with. (although I don't win very often)
He's kind.
He dislikes conflict with a passion.
He likes my cooking.
He loves my children.
He can tell a good joke.
He's a precious soul.
He's my big brother.

Today he's a year older.
Happy Birthday, sweet Richard!
I love you.



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One of my favorite things happened last night...

Dad, Mom, Son, Daughter, sat around the dining table and enjoyed some home cooked dinner.

We've been so busy. All running in different directions. The summer is winding down and we are getting ready to send sweet Ashley back to ACU.

We have a trip to the beach we just must squeeze in this weekend, which we are all absolutely giddy about!

But last night, for a few quiet and calm moments, we sat together and talked and laughed together. We listened to each other talk about silly work stories. We passed garlic bread and Parmesan cheese from person to person. We enjoyed some wonderful spaghetti with meat sauce.

I don't know how they felt, but I was calmly satisfied, not just in my tummy, but deep in my soul.

It's been a while since I've had that feeling...I was grateful for it last night.

Blessings
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A Very Good Week

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Conversation at lunch Tuesday...

"Mom, we have about an hour between when the boys get off work and when Daddy has to be at the Youth Group Devo., and if it's o.k., I was thinking I could be baptized."

"uuummmmm....yes!"

So, the four of us were together, which is our favorite way to be, and watched Lex baptize our girl.

It was beautiful. Quiet. However, I did hear angels singing. I'm just sure I did!

Blessings!~

The Dentist

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I went to the dentist to have a regular cleaning this morning. I really dread going...doesn't every one?

I showed up on time, they took me right in. The hygenist chatted, took X-rays, was very patient through my continual spitting out of the X-ray gadget I was supposed to be biting down on.

She cleaned and polished me.

Told me I had beautiful teeth. Straight, very little plaque, no cavities...ever.

"Thank you", I replied.

And then she said something horrible...

"Your teeth are very white......(wait for it, you know it's coming...) for your age!"

No she did not just say that! So, although I loved the beautiful feeling on my shiny clean teeth, I don't know that I'll ever go back!

Not for at least 6 months!

Blessings.

2 Thessalonians 2:16

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May our Lord Jesus Christ and God our Father, who loved us and in his special favor gave us everlasting comfort and good hope, comfort your hearts and give you strength in every good thing you do and say!

I've been looking, listening, praying over Christmas music. I know, it's July.
But if you remember, I have to order and begin rehearsing by the end of September.

I tell you that to say this:

I found a line in the one I've chosen that, while listening for about the 10th time, I finally really heard.
It made me breathe deep and say "aaahhhh..."

"Joyful, Joyful rings the anthem
Now we see the birth of grace..."

The birth of grace. I love that. I know that in my head.
But isn't it beautiful when the story you've known all your life comes alive, again, within your heart?
I just love that.

Blessings