WHAT A WEEK - What an understatement!!!

Monday I was at the church with my other Bible Study ladies working on the setting up the new clothing ministry, Klothes Kloset. We took a break to go have a bite to eat at a local pizza place. We had just finished eating when I became REALLY ill and told the ladies "please take me home, I'm really ill". The next thing I know I'm home and not only are all of them and Mickey around me but the EMC's are taking my vital signs. 911 had been called because I had passed out. Even our wonderful Pastor was called and prayed for me. I do not remember passing out but I have never gotten so sick so fast in my life.

All my vital signs were fine, except my oxygen was a little low. I spent the remainder of that day sleeping so soundly on the couch that I was not even aware when my dear friend, Sandra, came by to check on me.

Tuesday I was still feeling pretty weak, although by afternoon I was beginning to feel a little better. Then late Tuesday afternoon Mickey gets a call that his nephew is on his way from Tennessee to Branson to get married. Can we come? ...... Can we come? Of course, we will come.

So Wednesday morning we head out for Branson to attend this wonderful Cowboy wedding held at the Chapel at Silver Dollar City.

The Wilderness Church. An old log cabin church that was moved to this site. Even the pews were made from logs. The wedding was performed by a Parson and was a wonderful ceremony. At the conclusion of the wedding they rang the church bell. It couldn't have been more lovely.

The bouquet. Both the bride and her Maid of Honor had bouquets like this.

The beautiful bride, Laura

.....get a look at those boots!!!!

The bride & groom, Laura & Wayne.

Mr. & Mrs. - October 15, 2009

The wedding party. Laura's daughters, 6 year old Kaycee & 14 year old Kalyn (Katie), were her attendants.

I must tell you this group really turned heads as they walked through the park to the Wilderness Church and then again after the wedding.

The cake.

No words necessary!!!!

The grooms Uncle Jerry and Dad, Ronnie.
The groom and his father.
Mickey & I with the groom, Mickey's nephew, Wayne. Mickey was the Best Man.

Dinner at The Ol*ive Ga*rden after the wedding.

Mickey & I and a new "friend".

The 6 from Tennessee stayed a few more days to enjoy Silver Dollar city & Branson but Mickey & I rushed home Friday morning right after breakfast to get ready for our Friday night Prayer Meeting.

What a joyous time and special occasion to be a part of.

Congratulations Wayne & Laura!!!!!!!

MORE ABOUT ME THAN YOU WANTED TO KNOW

Mari over at My Little Corner Of The World had this cute Meme as her post. It's been a long time since I've done one of these and I have a lot of newer readers since the last time I did one so thought it would be fun to participate. Here goes......

The phone rings. Who will it be?

One of my three children, or my friend Wantha, or the young man living with us.

When shopping at the grocery store, do you return your cart?

Yes, almost always or at least park it in the cart parking section.

In a social setting, are you more of a talker or a listener?

It truly depends on the social setting, but probably more of a talker. I am a good listener though because I really want to know about people and you can learn so very much by just listening......sometimes more to what they are not saying!!!!

Do you take compliments well?

Yes, I use to not and then I read that when you don't accept a compliment you are making the one giving you the compliment feel like they don't know what they are talking about. That made sense to me so I've learned to just graciously say, "Thank you."

Do you play Sudoku?

No, never heard of it.

If abandoned alone in the wilderness, would you survive?

NO!! I am very dependent upon my husband.

Did you ever go to camp as a kid?

Yes, both to Church camp and Girl Scout camp. I loved going.

What was your favorite game as a kid?

Out doors - Kick the Can - In doors - Monopoly.

Could you date someone with different religious beliefs than you?

NO!! NEVER!! My faith in Jesus is my very core and my very breath. It is the most important thing to me.

Do you like to pursue or be pursued?

Definitely pursued. I'm from the old school and that is just the way it was done. I think it would be nice if it was still done that way :o)

Use three words to describe yourself?

Jesus followerer and lover, Wife, Mother and I'm going to name a 4th - Friend. I guess the 5th would be "someone who doesn't always follow instructions to a T !!"

Do any songs make you cry?

No, not usually but worship songs make me joyous and blessed.

Are you continuing your education?

Not in the "formal" sense but yes as far as viewing life as an education and being interested in learning new things constantly. After all I'm 71 years old and blog!!!

Have you ever taken pictures in a photo booth?

Yes, certainly. The last time was when visiting my forever friend, Joan, while in Albuquerque!! It was fun!!!

How often do you read books?

Constantly!!!! I just finished "Plucking The Eagle's Wings" by Perry Stone. I am currently reading my 6th Joel Rosenberg book, "Inside the Revolution", also started "Angels on Assignment" by Perry Stone and have "Shaken Not Shattered" by Matthew Hagee waiting in line when I finish Angels!!! I also read a lot of blogs and receive a lot of devotional type e-mails from various ministries. I read my Bible each morning to start my day. Oh yes, I love to read.

Do you think more about the past, present or future?

Definitely the present because I believe in living very much in the day and moment I'm in. I do look forward to the future and the Rapture of the Church. I never dwell on the past because it's just that....pasted - gone.

What is your favorite children's book?

There was a little book about a squirrel who put sand in the children's eyes to make them sleepy at night that my father used to read to me and I loved it. Don't remember the actual name of the book. I think I read every Nancy Drew book growing up.

What color are your eyes?

Hazel

Where is your dream house located?

I am perfectly content with the small house my husband & I are currently living in, except I wish we had a little more dining and living room space as we love to entertain.

If your house was on fire, what would be the first thing you grabbed?

My leather bound King James Version Bible that was given to me by Mickey 50 years ago on our first anniversary. The pages are paper thin and I've had it rebound once, because it was falling apart. It is what our marriage and my happy life has been based on.

When was the last time you were at Olive Garden?

Just a couple of weeks ago with our dear friends, Don & Barbara, to celebrate Don's birthday.

Where was the furthest place you traveled today?

Haven't yet.... it's 5:16 a.m.!!! I'll be driving a mile to church at 10:30 to work in our new clothing ministry.

Do you like mustard?

Yes, and I prefer the dark mustard.

Do you look like your mom or dad?

My mother.

How long does it take you in the shower?

Never timed it but I'm quick in and quick out and I always wash my hair, too.

Can you do the splits?

No, never could even though I took ballet and was pretty limber.

What movie do you want to see right now?

None, I'm not a movie person. Give me that book!!!!!

What did you do for New Year's?

We always eat Black Eyed Peas!!!

Do you think The Grudge was scary?

Never heard of it.

Do you own a camera phone?

No.

What's the last letter of your middle name?

I don't have a middle name but have used my Maiden name, as my middle, since getting married. The last letter is "t".

How many hours of sleep do you get a night?

5 or 6. I don't require a lot of sleep. That's why I'm doing this Meme in the wee morning hours :o)

What do you buy at the movies?

I rarely go but if I do go I HAVE to have popcorn and soda pop.

Do you know how to play poker?

Yes, and use to enjoy playing when we were young married with friends. That was our "entertainment" back then. I haven't played in years but haven't forgotten how.

Do you wear your seat belt?

Yes, always.

How many meals do you eat a day?

3 if you count a piece of toast each morning as breakfast.

Do you like funny or serious people better?

I certainly enjoy a good funny evening with friends from time to time but I really prefer a serious discussion with interesting people.

Ever been to L.A.?

Yes, but I much prefer San Diego or the Bay area.

Did you eat a cookie today?

No, but only because there were none in the cookie jar!!!

Do you hate chocolate?

You've got to be kidding!!!

Are you a gullible person?

Yes. I am very trusting and believe the best in people. Usually I am right about them.

Are you easy to get along with?

Yes, but if I get overly tired I can get impatient.

THAT'S IT!!

Join in the fun if you want. Please be sure and let me know if you participate so I can come learn more about you.

PEACE PRIZE

I think there has been a terrible mistake...........I think they mis-spelled the word.......

Shouldn't it be PIECE Prize?

He is giving everything of value, here in our great country, away one PIECE at a time.

And yes,...........he was already earning it 12 days into his presidency.

And every day since.

Not the Nobel Peace Prize

but

The not so NOBLE PIECE PRIZE

God help us!!!!!

PAY IT FORWARD

Back in June 24th I participated on Pea's blog to Pay It Forward. The three who signed up to Pay It Forward are now finally receiving my little package of goodies.

So Leigh Ann, Shirley, and Sunny.....watch the mail for a little surprise is coming your way. Please let me know when it arrives. Thanks for Paying It Forward with me.

TUESDAY'S ARE SPECIAL

Tuesday evenings are a special time because it's when the Third Day Sister's Bible Study meets.

Top: Norma, Susan J, Debbie, Ann

Bottom: Wantha, Susan C. Gloria, Sandra

How many Sister's does it take to get the camera set-up on the tripod for a picture? In our case.....a lot.



Every Tuesday is special but October 6th was extra special because it was Gloria's birthday and we celebrated it with gifts and a Turtle Cheesecake.

Sandra has been teaching us about the Jewish feasts and since it was Sukkot, or Feast of Tabernacles, after our study she had a canopy on her patio for us to all go out under for Gloria's birthday snack. Even though it was a little nippy it was such a joy to sit out under the stars with this extra special group of woman who truly love the Lord. Seven of us have been involved from the beginning back in February, but Norma, Sandra's sister, joined our group after going to hear Perry Stone at the Arkansas revival at Harvest Assembly. She is a wonderful addition.

My desire for each or you is that the Lord blesses you with participation in a wonderful Bible Study.

Please go to Sandra's blog, here, and join in praying for our troops around the world who are making the sacrifice for our freedom .

Random Dozen #1

I've seen this Random Dozen around several times and decided to participate today. It is sponsored by Second Cup of Coffee.

1. On an average, how often do you splurge and buy something for yourself? Not too often as that is not where my interest is.

2. Are you more like Hall or Oates? Just kidding. Real question: What is the last creative project you began/finished? Feel free to post a pic of it. I don't know that creative would describe it but we redid the paint and wall paper in our kitchen & dining area last year.




3. OK, Goldie Locks, do you consider your house too big, too little or juuuust right? It truly is "just right" for the 2 of us EXCEPT when I entertain and then I wish my dining area were larger.




4. What is your favorite outdoor chore? I enjoy hanging clothes on my clothes line and believe it or not I enjoy weeding......once in awhile!!!




5. If you knew that cigarette smoking was not bad for your health but would be a weight loss tool, would you use it? Why or why not? NO. I need to lose weight but that would never be a choice for me at this point in my life, although I did smoke when younger.




6. On a road trip, would you rather drive or ride? In the RV I never drove and my husband always did but in the car I enjoy driving and do most of the driving these days.




7. What do you consider a trivial pursuit? Playing Spyder Solitaire




8. This weekend, we downloaded the movie "Duplicity" with Julia Roberts and Clive Owen. Within 5 minutes, I was bored and annoyed, but I kept watching 5-10 minutes at a time hoping it would get better between small chores. I finally gave up and Jorge watched it alone, and then regretted wasting that time because he disliked it intensely, too. So ... how long do you watch a movie or read a book before giving up on it? I am not a movie person so that is an almost never watch but I have finished most every book I have ever started.

9. Is there a song that you really love but are embarrassed to admit because it's not cool or it's racy or because it's by Hall and Oates? No, can't think of one.


10. On a scale of 1-10 (10 = extremely) how spontaneous are you? Very spontaneous so probably a 9.




11. Are you a food and/or beverage snob? No.




12. Who/What are you trying to control in your life? (I hear people gulping and see them sweating in anticipation of how to answer this one.) I use to try and control my children but now that they are all adults I truly do not try and control anyone. I just work to keep myself in check.

Well, I think after doing this that I am pretty boring!!! but I am happy and very content with my life.

MY BEAUTIFUL LIFE

Do you remember the old song, "Count your blessings, name them one by one. Count your many blessings see what God hath done."? I have to just sing this song because that is my life!!!! And, most important, it's what HE hath done....surely not anything we have done.

Mickey cleaning the exterior of our 5th wheel one year after having double bi-pass heart surgery!!! He was also up on the roof cleaning it, too, but I didn't get a picture of that. What a blessing!

These beautiful mums blooming in our back yard. At the end of spring we were at a farm & garden store getting some of the last geraniums for our yard. Because it was the end of the season and getting HOT a lot of the plants were in terrible shape. They had these, almost dead mums. for $1 each so we bought a bunch of them (I also have some in the front yard). Not only did they revive but just look at the fullness and beauty of them. What a blessing!


These beautiful climbing roses have been blooming all summer and their beauty still blesses me even in October with fall coming on. What a blessing!

One of the biggest blessings in our lives are our family and friends. Sunday was our 51st anniversary and we didn't make a big to do about it and didn't mention it to any one ahead of time but.......Friday night our friends Don & Barbara invited us over for chili and Sopa Paraguay. Don makes the absolutely best chili in the world and this new corn bread recipe was divine. Saturday night our friends Jack & Mary invited us, and 2 other couples, to a wonderful gourmet dinner like Mary always prepares and the 8 of us had a wonderful time. Sunday my love took me out to dinner after church to Santa Fe Cattle Company. Last night, Monday, our daughter, Suzette, and son-in-love, Dave, had us over for one of Suzette's specialities, creamy, cheesy Chicken Tetrazzini, YUM. What a blessing, blessing, blessing & blessing!!!!

AND, the Lord is giving me that desire of my heart to open up our home for a weekly Friday night prayer gathering. What a blessing!

Yes, I indeed "Count my many blessings and name them one by one. Count my many blessings see what God hath done. "

Trust you are counting your blessings today.