In spirit of the season I'm going to say what I'm thankful for:
I'm thankful first of all for my health. I am thankful for my little daughter and my loving husband. I'm thankful that I have been able to serve my Lord Jesus (Matthew 22:14). I am thankful that I have a God fearing husband. I am thankful that I can train up my daughter knowing Jesus Christ. I am thankful that I live in a place where I am not persecuted for my faith, that I can walk around with a bible and talk about His love openly (John 3:16). I am thankful that I have a home that hasn't been burned down. And that even though I love the rain, I am increasing thankful as it pours outside, that I don't have to worry about flooding or landsides. I am thankful for my husband's and my job that can provide for our family. And that right now we have secured income in this recession. I am thankful for all of my family, that we are able to spend time with this holiday. I am thankful that they all live close so that my daughter can grow up knowing her heirtage.
This gave a little extra perspective.
Thursday, November 27, 2008
Wednesday, November 26, 2008
urban camping
This weekend we went to Chula Vista KOA to go urban camping. That's right, instead of tenting it we had constructed cabins with electricity. And instead of sleeping bags and the ground we had beds with wooden posts. And instead of completely cooking on propane grill and stove we had a community kitchenette. Ya it was really roughing it! Oh did I forget to mention to porch swing. he he he.
I didn't get a lot of pictures. But here are some of the most famous person in our immediate family. That's right, you guessed it: Penelope!
All joking aside it was a really fun time! We went with Dave and Lindsay (Russ' parents) and Nicky and Jason (Russ' brother and sis-in-law) and his family.
All joking aside it was a really fun time! We went with Dave and Lindsay (Russ' parents) and Nicky and Jason (Russ' brother and sis-in-law) and his family.
Also I met up with an old high school buddy, Jessica, on sunday. It was really fun cetching up on the last 10 years and talking about whatever. Hopefully I can talk her into coming out here, and maybe going to disneyland!
Friday, November 14, 2008
Little update with pics
Here are some pictures of Halloween (a little late) but at least they are here!
Isn't she the cutest Bubble Bee!
We also participated in a Trunk or Treat by decorating the trunk of one of our cars and passing out candy. During that time other members had "wordless bible" that they were handing out and giving kids the message of Jesus. It was a great outreach!
Also here are some pictures of recent trips to disneyland. The adventure never ends there!
Monday, November 10, 2008
okay let's see...
There is this thing going around. Here, here, and several other places. Anyways the last one finally "tagged me" so here I go.... 7 things about myself and then tag 7 other people (if there are 7 other people left).
1. I'm dyslexic. I'm not just saying I'm dyslexic because I'm a little slower then other people. I really am dyslexic. I got pulled out of school when I was in 4th grade because I couldn't keep up. I got put into "Special Education" and was horribly made fun off by other kids because I was "retarded". It drives me nuts, absolutes no excuse when I see people joking around "in good clean fun" about people who are "retarded". It is not funny and it is not a good role model for the younger people in the family. Anyways it runs in my family and I worked my butt off to study just that much harder to be able to be mediocre in normal school. By middle school I was in normal classes and I haven't let up since.
2. I love baking. I know that isn't new news to anyone. BUT I'm not crazy about eating my own baked goods. I mostly like having other people eat them. It's the one thing you can bring and people love. Saying, "here i made you a chicken" just doesn't have the same affect as cookies. In fact when I make my christmas cookies I have to force myself to try a piece just to make sure it doesn't taste horrible. I think I am my worst critic.
3. My parents always fight during the holidays. I don't know, call it the stress of it all. I've heard it is fairly common. Well I hated it growing up but now it doesn't feel like Christmas without it. So let's just say right now is holiday time. : )
4. I have a tatoo, which most of you know. But I got it to represent my freedom. It's not rebellion. It showed myself that I was an individual and in charge of myself. I am know my own person. It represents a lot of good things I like about myself. And I love having it. If you are a teenager reading this...I didn't get my tatoo till I was 23 years old and that's how old you have to be. LOL
5. I have a minor in youth ministries that was defiantly God ordained. But I haven't seen God use it yet and I don't know if He ever will. What was that all about God?
6. One day when I retire I keep talking to Russell about opening up a cafe or small restaurant or bakery. Just to see if we can make it.
7. I play the piano, clarinet and bass clarinet. And I have messed around with the violin and the guitar. But I loved the days when I was in a concert band or a marching band. I loved it. I wish someday that I could get back involved with it. But right now I don't think I can because I don't think I would be able to take enough time that I feel I need to practice.
Here are my 7 people to pass it on... Jennifer, Jessica, Yvoone, Hatie, and I can't think of anyone else. But if you are up for the challenge....
1. I'm dyslexic. I'm not just saying I'm dyslexic because I'm a little slower then other people. I really am dyslexic. I got pulled out of school when I was in 4th grade because I couldn't keep up. I got put into "Special Education" and was horribly made fun off by other kids because I was "retarded". It drives me nuts, absolutes no excuse when I see people joking around "in good clean fun" about people who are "retarded". It is not funny and it is not a good role model for the younger people in the family. Anyways it runs in my family and I worked my butt off to study just that much harder to be able to be mediocre in normal school. By middle school I was in normal classes and I haven't let up since.
2. I love baking. I know that isn't new news to anyone. BUT I'm not crazy about eating my own baked goods. I mostly like having other people eat them. It's the one thing you can bring and people love. Saying, "here i made you a chicken" just doesn't have the same affect as cookies. In fact when I make my christmas cookies I have to force myself to try a piece just to make sure it doesn't taste horrible. I think I am my worst critic.
3. My parents always fight during the holidays. I don't know, call it the stress of it all. I've heard it is fairly common. Well I hated it growing up but now it doesn't feel like Christmas without it. So let's just say right now is holiday time. : )
4. I have a tatoo, which most of you know. But I got it to represent my freedom. It's not rebellion. It showed myself that I was an individual and in charge of myself. I am know my own person. It represents a lot of good things I like about myself. And I love having it. If you are a teenager reading this...I didn't get my tatoo till I was 23 years old and that's how old you have to be. LOL
5. I have a minor in youth ministries that was defiantly God ordained. But I haven't seen God use it yet and I don't know if He ever will. What was that all about God?
6. One day when I retire I keep talking to Russell about opening up a cafe or small restaurant or bakery. Just to see if we can make it.
7. I play the piano, clarinet and bass clarinet. And I have messed around with the violin and the guitar. But I loved the days when I was in a concert band or a marching band. I loved it. I wish someday that I could get back involved with it. But right now I don't think I can because I don't think I would be able to take enough time that I feel I need to practice.
Here are my 7 people to pass it on... Jennifer, Jessica, Yvoone, Hatie, and I can't think of anyone else. But if you are up for the challenge....
Monday, November 3, 2008
~ Our Wonderful Vacation ~
Sorry it has taken me so long to post the pictures of our trip. We misplaced our camera (again)! (We did it once on the trip). It is a nice camera and we spent a pretty penny on it. But it was ALL THOSE PICTURES that were so upsetting to loose. Well check out the slideshow and you can get the point. These are the edited, only good shot ones.
By the way the camera was in our electronics bag that we had, tucked away in a pocket that both Russell and I had searched through a million times. I'm just glad we found it.
Also some GREAT news!!!! Russell and I bought disney annual passes. I told russell if we had enough money left over from our trip to PA we could buy them and sure enough. That boy does very well on a budget. Without clean cut spending rules, lets just say not so good. So we had to buy a disposible camera for pictures of disneyland and Halloween. So more pictures to come. (So if you guys ever want to come with us to disneyland give us a buzz. At this point we can't get enough of it.)
We had such a great time both in PA and in disneyland. It was a great vacation! Thank you Aunt Corky and Uncle Tom for letting us invade your house, take charge of your schedules, burn your gas in your cars, and giving us a wonderful time and all the other inconviences I'm sure we caused. And thank you Jeremie, Kate, Kyle, Nicole, and Colton for visiting with us and showing us a good time.
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By the way the camera was in our electronics bag that we had, tucked away in a pocket that both Russell and I had searched through a million times. I'm just glad we found it.
Also some GREAT news!!!! Russell and I bought disney annual passes. I told russell if we had enough money left over from our trip to PA we could buy them and sure enough. That boy does very well on a budget. Without clean cut spending rules, lets just say not so good. So we had to buy a disposible camera for pictures of disneyland and Halloween. So more pictures to come. (So if you guys ever want to come with us to disneyland give us a buzz. At this point we can't get enough of it.)
We had such a great time both in PA and in disneyland. It was a great vacation! Thank you Aunt Corky and Uncle Tom for letting us invade your house, take charge of your schedules, burn your gas in your cars, and giving us a wonderful time and all the other inconviences I'm sure we caused. And thank you Jeremie, Kate, Kyle, Nicole, and Colton for visiting with us and showing us a good time.
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