DAY WITH DEBBIE

Yesterday, Saturday, January 10, I packed up all my inks, paper, fun pictures, etc. to make cards. Packed them in the car and took off for Debbie's. It was snowing and some of the roads were a little covered. Not really icy, but in spots. I called Debbie and said I was sorry but thought it better to wait another day. But, I really wanted to spend the day with her. So, I hesitated and then called Mike. He said Randall Road was clear when he went to work, so I decided to go on. Called Debbie and said I was on my way. Well, the roads got a little better through Batavia and Geneva, but as I reached South Elgin, the snow was heavier and because I was almost there, I just kept driving.

It took me 2 hours to drive. ( yes, I am cautious) It was a beautiful drive due to the white of the snow. When I got there, Debbie had just finished shoveling the snow off the driveway.

We went in and decided to take the tree down. So, I helped her take ornaments off and we had fun with some of them. The Knudsen tree is a "family tree" with many ornaments bought by family. Including me!! It was fun.

As I looked out the window, the snow and the wind were getting harder. I thought of the 2 hour trip there and possibly longer going home. Decided it might be better to leave early and forget the card making until another day.

So, we went to lunch (can't skip that) at Golden Corral and ate much more than we needed. Said our goodbyes and I left for home. Well, when I got back to around Geneva, it was not as bad and the rest of the trip was not bad either. I was a little mad at myself for being scared to stay longer. But, I guess really you never know and it is best to play it safe. I could have just stayed all night (Bill is with Dan in Cedarville) but I did not want to leave my hubby all alone that long.

The moral of the story: well, it could be DON'T TRAVEL THAT MANY MILES JUST FOR FUN WHEN ITS SNOWING. Or, it could be ENJOY YOURSELF AND NOT WORRY ABOUT WEATHER.

Have a great day.

PARENTS AND SCHOOL WORKING TOGETHER

This is just a little memory of mine that I thought of today. We were living in Malta, Illinois (a little tiny town about 5 miles west of DeKalb). I honestly can't remember what type of new shoe I got. I just know that I wanted to wear them! Like - now!! So, I told mom I was going to wear them to school that day. Well, mom said NO, those are not for school. It is pretty evident that I had at sometime disobeyed and got into trouble at school because I did not wear them.

And, yes, when I got to school, the first thing the teacher did when I walked in was to look down at my shoes and then she smiled. Good morning Pat, she said.

Yes, teachers and parents worked together then. My teacher would have sent me home to change them. Mom had called the school and said that I was going to wear my new shoes, but I wasn't supposed to. I really am glad that they stood up for each other. It seems today that kids do what they want and if a teacher does say something, they are in trouble.

I'm not sure why this little episode comes up every now and then, but I do remember it.

Let me tell you a little about going to school way back then!!! We (girls) had to wear dresses to school. In the winter, we would wear slacks (called slacks and not pants-all of them had side zippers not front ones) under our skirts, but had to take them off in the locker room and then put them on for recess and for going back home. Our clothes (maybe poorly dressed) had to be clean, neatly pressed and definately skirts that were not too short. Coming to school in clothes that didn't look neat was cause for teachers to call parents.

Boys had to wear pants and not jeans during school time. Jeans could be brought for recess time. Sure is different today.

We also had to be respectful to our teachers and not ever talk badly to them. What a great heritage I have had. I'm grateful for my age.

NO BLOCKAGE

We praise the Lord that Kytrina's test showed no blockage in the heart. Good news!!

It is so pretty and white out as it snowed quite a bit. Reminds me of the verse:

"Isaiah 1:18 Come now, and let us reason together,"Says the LORD, "Though your sins are like scarlet, They shall be as white as snow; Though they are red like crimson, They shall be as wool."

Yes, Jesus can take our sin and make us pure!! Have a great day.

Wondeful Day Church

We had a wonderful day at church. The assistant pastor spoke on Phil 3:8. It was uplifting and then Sunday School is always delightful to be in. After church, we went to the Southern Belle restaurant and had lunch. Then home for a nice relaxing day. I have several tiny projects to do before I go back to work and will work on them a couple or so each day. I did finally get my ironing done. Why is it taking me so long to get these tasks done!! Well, for those of you who don't know, I am getting over triple-bypass surgery. It was on November 6, 2008. It has been eight weeks and I am feeling much better, but it does take a long time. God is so good.

Tomorrow morning I will take our granddaughter, Kytrina, to get a heart cath done. She has been having some pain for sometime and needs to find out just what is causing it. Our prayers are that the test comes out negetive and that she is ok.

Have a great day and shout to the Lord for He is good!!

What A Wonderful Day

I just went through my whole blog and found that someone had commented around Dec 30, and I am so excited. It is fun to think back and remember - kind of hard to find the words to express my thoughts.

And, I was excited to read that you are a Christian. My mother watched Billy Graham for years and so we did too. I actually was led to the Lord by my brother, Bob, who is now with the Lord.

We will be meeting about 9 from our family in a couple of hours for lunch. That will be fun. And, then must return a clock radio to the store. Not the right one.

Little things mean alot. That was the name of a song in the '50's and the meaning is still true. It is the little things that happen to us during our day that brings the most rewarding emotions. Want to make someone's day....... Well,

Send a little note in the mail - call just for a moment to say you are thinking of them - send an email note - buy one litle flower and take it to their home - visit someone in the hospital you don't know - whisper a prayer for someone - make a comment in someone's blog - list could be endless.

Enjoy your day - little surprises are on the way!! PICTURE - My granddaughter, Natalie, playing the flute.

Max

This is Max. He belongs to Nicole, Natalie, and Josh Szot. He is a little Beagle and since he is fully grown and not too big, we get along. I am not a real big lover of animals, especially big, huge ones that act like they want to eat you alive. OK, I'm exaggerating a little. Max has a little cage that he stays in while everyone is in school, working, etc. I always go onThursday to see the grandkids, and then I let Max out. One Thursday I went over and for some reason (probably because he is learning to be good out of the cage) he was out. It was so cute. When he saw me he ran to his cage and sit in it while I walked up to him and said, "you can come out Max." Bless his little heart, he knew I always let him out and he wanted to let me say it was ok. Now, am I getting goofy or am I beginning to like dogs. LITTLE ONES, please. Actually, I want a little tiny dog that only gets about 4 or 5 pounds when fully grown and has lots of hair. I forget the name, but I saw one that a lady had and fell in love with her! So, I checked and you can get one for only $1,300. Well, I guess I will keep on dreaming at that price.

Hey, truly, today is the day which our Lord has made. So, please have a good one. I will leave you with a verse: I John 3:1 "Behold what manner of love the Father has bestowed on us, that we should be called the children of God?" I am a child of God! What a joy. Until next time - be good and be good to everyone, because everyone needs a hug.

Happy New Year 2009

January 2, 2009

Each year I start out with the same old "wanting to do better" in so many areas. I finally have learned not to even make resolutions 'cause it is hard to break and not feel guilty (well, a little guilty). So, this year I am just starting out with "This is the day which the Lord has made, I will rejoice and be glad in it." I am reading in I John and enjoy it so much. I would encourage you to read this little book. To know Jesus and to keep His commandments should be the joy of our Christian life. So, I shall stay there awhile and let it sink in.

Here is a picture that someone sent me on email. The three birds actually look like someone is smiling. Could it be God smiling at us? I thought it was interesting and wanted to let you all see it too.

I am looking forward to tomorrow because our granddaughter and grandson will be here for a few hours. We are meeting for lunch. Always so sweet to meet family and see each other face to face.