A Chuckle and a Chat

I was just listening to J. Vernon McGee this morning...mostly enjoying the flow of his voice....then he mentioned the most exercise Christians get today is Jumping to conclusions, Running each other down, Side stepping responsibility and Pushing our luck! I didn't feel horrible, in fact I felt inspired to examine and chuckle. I had this ridiculous vision of Christians doing aerobics at the gym sweating to the music while the instructors yells out of breathe..."Ok I want every body to get ready for one more set.....Jump! Side-step, watch those responsibilities ladies! keep those knees high and uncommitted, minds distracted! Now push the person next to you as long as they'll let you. Hold it...10 more! And 9-8-7......"

I know I have a crazy mind, welcome to it. And as for examining myself. I thought "Running each other down" seems to happen more in my thoughts life with the people closest to me. More than not. Kind of like a good diet is a life style and ever challenging to hold. Making sure the thoughts I entertain towards people around me are kind and without criticism, will be something I must keep in check everyday. I appreciated his comment and the thoughts it provoked. He mentioned a little later about Suffering. He confessed he had no intention of standing in the same ball park as the Apostle Paul. He said," I don't intend to and I don't mind that I won't either. If I were next to Paul I would just keep apologizing to Paul the whole time."

Another chuckle and a bit of freedom came my way. I was encouraged to love my family will all I've got and impact the mothers and world around me as God sees fit. Not to worry that I'm not in another country living on soup. But hopefully ready to give an answer to the hope I have. That someone might say, "your delightfully different, why?"

I don't usually have much to say on these blogs, but I had 30 minutes to share what's happening in my heart.

~I love you all

We are Family....

"Hee-Hee"

I'm still the youngest!

All good things come to an end

Here is a little taste of a family photo shoot. It's gonna be a good one! A sweet friend here in San Antonio took about two hours out of her life to make us picture perfect. Can't wait to see the rest! http://amyspring.blogspot.com/ :)

We are having the last week of summer. It has been a great one. But for a teacher the last week is spent more on preparing. I LOVE SCHOOL SHOPPPING! Re-organizing the shelves and curriculim was lacking in enthusiasm...but we're in for a fun year.

Pics from the lastest birthday bash and a wedding.

a thought to ponder...

True forgiveness includes not allowing the past to dictate the present.

Where Does The Time Go?

We are having a great summer break. We are usually in the water somewhere. The last two days we had sprinkles of rain making me even more excited for Fall. It's my absolute favorite time of the year. AND the kids are going to all be playing sports. The little ones chose soccer, the older two: flag-football! I don't know how all the moms do it, but now at least I know why. I don't know who is more exited, me or them. Promise to keep you all posted. But for those out there just looking to see how big they're getting, here's a fresh look at the world around me.

Note-worthy talent....can you balance a chip on your nose? And when is the last time you shook your head so fast you couldn't see straight? Good for the soul. The brains, not so much. But they bring me joy. Love to you all!

Let's Go Rodeo

So for his 30th Birthday ... he wanted to ride. This one is him. Here's a glimpse of what I see from across the way. He did have the best ride yet. (It was really fun.)

These are the "Liberty Riders"

Here are a couple of other rides:

Summer time!

Fun was had by all. And all four making the "cut" was a pretty big deal.

Papa M had these two in giggles. If you look close she's got one arm around her little brother to keep him safe.

Of course he found a "nook" to eat a snack in.

No children were hurt in this visit!