Merry Christmas--just a bit early

Last night Tom and I went to Lowes and found our present to each other--well--at least that makes it sound good! afterwards we went to Home Depot and then, to top it off, we ended the eve. with caramel latte's at Panera. It was a nice evening together, enjoying the shop and each other.
This is something we were wanting and it will be pretty as well as functional--how can you beat that!? Oh-yes--romantic, too!!!!

Thankful

As thanksgiving is upon us I find I have so very much to be thankful for--we all do--even if at first glance it seems we could find more to complain or lament about.
The saying--just getting out of bed in the morning being something to be thankful for is very real. Think of those who can't or never will again. Yes, we can be very thankful if we can get out of bed in the morning-especially if we can do it without help.
I thought I'd just list some things I'm especially thankful for --not just on Thanksgiving but, every day. I hope you find just a minute to stop and think and be truly thankful for all your blessings--even those in disguise.
Now, my list:

Christ and all His provisions and GRACE! Without Him and His help and grace, I would truly be destitute. He is so AWESOME!!!!! And He knows!!! That's enough.

My wonderful husband who loves me, makes us his highest priority, works hard for us,seeks to be godly, loves his children (and grandchild), and the list goes on......

For my children . All of them are safe. I'm glad they choose to have a relationship with us and for the love we share.

I'm thankful for the prospect of us all being together in January.

For my large family and extended family. It's great to all be able to get together at the holidays. There always seems to be a new baby or two!

My marriage--this may sound like a repeat but, with satan wreaking havoc on so many marriages, I am thankful--oh, so thankful--for Tom and our marriage. He is an absolute gem and I'm so thankful God saw fit to bless me with such a man.

For life. We recently lost a dear friend-only 55 or so.A perfectly healthy, godly man, suddenly snatched away from family and friends through an accident. we never know our time--to be ready without a moments notice is the most important thing!

I know I could go on and on but, these are o few of the prominent things. I'm also sure your own list could go on and on and on..........

Enjoy the holiday and make some memories that will make you smile when you think of them on down the way!

this and that

up the tube to Tom


Feeding the hopper with insulation

Tom and I have been busy moving and trying to get settled in a bit. It will all come together in time! Tues. afternoon we put blown insulation in the attic. There was nothing there so it was an absolute must. Only took about 2 hours so it wasn't too bad.

This past Sat. we attended my niece, Danielle's, wedding. Tom sang "I will be here" by Steven Curtis Chapman. He did an excellent job! I was very proud of him. I can't post any pics because I don't have any yet. Later.

We are enjoying the new surroundings and getting to know our way around--well, at least I am. Tom doesn't go much and when he does we're always together so if I can't remember or don't know the way, we rely on the GPS! Tom tells me he loves to be with me and go places together. That's so sweet after 25 years. We're doing our best to make sure that never changes!!! With satan desperately trying to destroy marriages it behooves us all to build our hedges and keep the flame burning brightly! It's a lot more fun that way anyhow!!!

Enjoy your spouse today and make them feel special!

Ooooooohhhhhhbama

If some of you were like Tom and I , you couldn't take it and went to bed BEFORE the election was called. It was such a disappointment to wake and find that our country--well, at least the unthinking, welfare grabbing, liberal-and I mean liberal- people have elected such a liberal, socialistic minded man to lead our country. Black has nothing to do with it, although I do believe there is a lot of racism there-especially his wife. I would gladly have voted for Alan Keys had he had a chance-and he's twice as "black" as Obama.
Change is on it's way--let's hope he does a good job and makes such a mess that in 2 years there will be an overthrow in Washington and we can salvage something. I just cannot believe the ignorance of people. It's so disheartening.
As for the early voting--it's such a crime--I wonder how many of those early voters wish they could recall that vote!
I'm ranting, I know. All is not lost though. To those who enjoy a handout and think the govt. and everyone else owes them a living--they won't be affected at all! Isn't that great? In fact. they'll get more checks! How fantastic is that! Do we live in a great country or what!
Anyway- God IS in control. A lot of times we see that it takes great crisis to bring change in a people or nation. Maybe this is the beginning of the end-maybe not. I do feel sorry for the folks who work hard for a living and have met with success--they stand to lose a lot.
Enough of that. God is always good and will forever come out the Victor. This is what we have to keep in mind. Besides, if this is a prelude to the end--that means redemption is closer than it was yesterday! Try to have a good day!! I'm going to.

Sorry the pics are blurry. I guess I got too close.
These are the flowers Tom got me and then a very large, interesting bug that Tom found on the porch. Not to friendly looking-yuck!
We are moved-at least WE are-not quite all the stuff. We are liking the new place. Tom has been able to see several deer --he's ready to get settled a bit so he can actually hunt! I'm hoping to make him feel like he can do that by working hard to get things pretty much in order.
We are planning to host Tom's family for Thanksgiving and Christmas dinners like We've done the past few years. They always enjoy it and we do, too. Then, on Dec. 6 I will be hostess to my family's girls Christmas exchange. They get to drive clear from Fostoria to Dayton but, hey, it's a real girl's day out! I'm looking forward to it. So, I have a lot of work to do in the next few weeks.
Enjoy your day!