I recently attended a leadership conference with some other folks from my church. One of the commitments I made to myself on the way home was to read the Bible through. I mean, if I'm going to be bold to proclaim that the Bible is God's word and the final authority for my life, I should know everything it says, right? Last year I read the entire new testament and since then I've been lingering here and there reading bits and bites. I'm looking forward to a good challenge in this year. And let me say this - So far, this adventure has been pretty dern fun. I find myself really getting into the stories and wanting to know more about the people. Hollywood really needs to perk up and pay attention to this book - It's filled with cool stories and it's definitely rated R, so beware.
Bonus points for anyone who can tell me who the Moabites are descendants from... Go! (Hint: Genesis)
Tuesday, December 2, 2008
Monday, December 1, 2008
25 Days
Let the countdown begin! I must say that I'm further along in my Christmas shopping presently than I usually am on December 1. Not too shabby... I really like emphasizing that Christmas is a big birthday party for Jesus and I want my kids to really 'get' that more than anything else. I think they do. I am also so thankful that so far they are really not very materialistic. Granted, Braylon does want an I-Pod and Blaine wants a digital camera, but.... it seems that we really have to twist their arms for them to tell us what they want. I know they will be thrilled with whatever is under the tree as if that was the one gift they wanted all along. I'm glad God gave me boys and especially I'm grateful that they are easy to please (most of the time!).
Sunday, November 30, 2008
Nuff Said
During prayer time with Daddy, Blaine offered up his 'A game' prayer. Went a little something like this:
"Dear God, Thank you for Mommy. Amen."
Sometimes there just aren't any other words to say. Haha...
"Dear God, Thank you for Mommy. Amen."
Sometimes there just aren't any other words to say. Haha...
Wednesday, November 26, 2008
SIKE!
You Know You
Grew Up In the 80's IF:
1. You've ever ended a sentence with the word SIKE.
2. You can sing the rap to the Fresh Prince of Bel-Air and can do the Carlton.
3. You know that 'WOAH' comes from Joey on Blossom.
4. If you ever watched 'Fraggle Rock'.
5. It was actually worth getting up early on a Saturday to watch cartoons.
6. You wore a ponytail on the side of your head.
7. You got super-excited when it was Oregon Trail day in computer class at school.
8. You made your mom buy one of those clips that would hold your shirt in a knot on the side. (And remember Units brand???)
9. You played the game 'MASH'(Mansion, Apartment, Shelter, House).
10. You wore stonewashed Jordache jean jackets and were proud of it.
11. You know the profound meaning of 'WAX ON , WAX OFF'
12. You wanted to be a Goonie.
13. You ever wore fluorescent clothing. (Some of us...head-to-toe)
14. You can remember what Michael Jackson looked like before his nose fell off, his cheeks shifted and his nationality became questionable.
15. You have ever pondered why Smurfette was the only female smurf.
16. You took lunch boxes to school...and traded Garbage Pail Kids in the schoolyard.
17. You remember the CRAZE, then the BANNING of slap bracelets.
18. You still get the urge to say 'NOT' after every sentence.
19. You thought your childhood friends would never leave
because you exchanged handmade friendship bracelets.
21. You ever owned a pair of Jelly-Shoes.
22. After you saw Pee-Wee's Big Adventure you kept saying 'I know you are, but what am I?'
23. You remember 'I've fallen and I can't get up'
24. You remember going to the skating rink before there were inline skates.
25. You have ever played with a Skip-It.
26. You remember boom boxes and walking around with one on your shoulder like you were all that.
27. You remember watching both Gremlins movies.
28. You thought Doogie Howser/Samantha Micelli was hot.
29. You remember Alf, the lil furry brown alien from Melmac.
30. You remember New Kids on the Block when they were cool... and don't even flinch when people refer to them as 'NKOTB'
31. You knew all the characters names and
their life stories on 'Saved By The Bell,' The ORIGINAL class.
32. You know all the words to Bon Jovi - SHOT THROUGH THE HEART.
33. You just sang those words to yourself.
34. You still sing 'We are the World'.
35. You tight rolled or french cuffed your jeans. And still debate on which is the right term!
36. You owned a bannana clip.
37. You remember 'Where's the Beef?'
38. You used to (and probably still do) say 'What you talkin' 'bout Willis?'
39. You're still singing shot through the heart in your head, aren't you!
Grew Up In the 80's IF:
1. You've ever ended a sentence with the word SIKE.
2. You can sing the rap to the Fresh Prince of Bel-Air and can do the Carlton.
3. You know that 'WOAH' comes from Joey on Blossom.
4. If you ever watched 'Fraggle Rock'.
5. It was actually worth getting up early on a Saturday to watch cartoons.
6. You wore a ponytail on the side of your head.
7. You got super-excited when it was Oregon Trail day in computer class at school.
8. You made your mom buy one of those clips that would hold your shirt in a knot on the side. (And remember Units brand???)
9. You played the game 'MASH'(Mansion, Apartment, Shelter, House).
10. You wore stonewashed Jordache jean jackets and were proud of it.
11. You know the profound meaning of 'WAX ON , WAX OFF'
12. You wanted to be a Goonie.
13. You ever wore fluorescent clothing. (Some of us...head-to-toe)
14. You can remember what Michael Jackson looked like before his nose fell off, his cheeks shifted and his nationality became questionable.
15. You have ever pondered why Smurfette was the only female smurf.
16. You took lunch boxes to school...and traded Garbage Pail Kids in the schoolyard.
17. You remember the CRAZE, then the BANNING of slap bracelets.
18. You still get the urge to say 'NOT' after every sentence.
19. You thought your childhood friends would never leave
because you exchanged handmade friendship bracelets.
21. You ever owned a pair of Jelly-Shoes.
22. After you saw Pee-Wee's Big Adventure you kept saying 'I know you are, but what am I?'
23. You remember 'I've fallen and I can't get up'
24. You remember going to the skating rink before there were inline skates.
25. You have ever played with a Skip-It.
26. You remember boom boxes and walking around with one on your shoulder like you were all that.
27. You remember watching both Gremlins movies.
28. You thought Doogie Howser/Samantha Micelli was hot.
29. You remember Alf, the lil furry brown alien from Melmac.
30. You remember New Kids on the Block when they were cool... and don't even flinch when people refer to them as 'NKOTB'
31. You knew all the characters names and
their life stories on 'Saved By The Bell,' The ORIGINAL class.
32. You know all the words to Bon Jovi - SHOT THROUGH THE HEART.
33. You just sang those words to yourself.
34. You still sing 'We are the World'.
35. You tight rolled or french cuffed your jeans. And still debate on which is the right term!
36. You owned a bannana clip.
37. You remember 'Where's the Beef?'
38. You used to (and probably still do) say 'What you talkin' 'bout Willis?'
39. You're still singing shot through the heart in your head, aren't you!
Sunday, November 23, 2008
Wizard of Oz
One of my favorite movies of all times remains "The Wizard of Oz." As an adult I look at the outdated special effects and props, but I still vividly remember the magic I felt the first time I watched it and then repeatedly as a child. My favorite part was (and remains) when Dorothy lands in Oz and discovers she's not in Kansas anymore.
Today I was able to introduce that 'magic' to Braylon. I was worried he's too young, but I'll tell you what - The movie held his attention the entire time and he didn't fidget at all during the picture. He was engrossed.
Guess what it says that the beginning of the movie rings true the same in 2008 as it did in 1939 - To the young at heart this film is dedicated. Glad I'm still 'young at heart'.
Today I was able to introduce that 'magic' to Braylon. I was worried he's too young, but I'll tell you what - The movie held his attention the entire time and he didn't fidget at all during the picture. He was engrossed.
Guess what it says that the beginning of the movie rings true the same in 2008 as it did in 1939 - To the young at heart this film is dedicated. Glad I'm still 'young at heart'.
Friday, November 21, 2008
Tooth Fairy Report
To date the boys have lost 4 teeth in between them - 3 of which have been top, front teeth. Blaine, as you remember, lost his top two teeth after getting an infection due to a mouth injury on Easter. The dentist took them. We have decided not to replace his teeth for now. Not really for cost reasons (it's not that expensive, really), but because we all think he's insanely cute without front teeth. The dentist says it won't hurt anything to leave it the way it is....
About a month ago Braylon lost his first tooth - a bottom front. Last night he lost tooth #2 - top front. Tooth #3 is very loose as well - another bottom front. Pretty soon he'll just be chewing on his back teeth cause he won't have any more in the front. These are definitely the awkward dental years...
About a month ago Braylon lost his first tooth - a bottom front. Last night he lost tooth #2 - top front. Tooth #3 is very loose as well - another bottom front. Pretty soon he'll just be chewing on his back teeth cause he won't have any more in the front. These are definitely the awkward dental years...
Tuesday, November 18, 2008
Tardy
Yes, it's really been a week since I last blogged. In my defense I was out 3 of those days at a leadership conference in Dallas. It was an awesome experience and I'm so thankful I was able to attend. For anyone interested, google Francis Chen or Erwin McManus for a sample of what I got to experience for 3 days. Pretty sweet.
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