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Friday, July 18, 2008

Friday 5 Name Game

RevHRod submitted the following questions for today's Friday Five entitled: What's in a name?

1.So how did you come up with your blogging name? And/or the name of your blog?
My blogging name was easy. I just used the same name that my church friends used to address me. The blog name was a little more of a challenge. I was so new to the internet at the time, that I had no clue how to blog or how to set one up. I thought I could gain some traffic, if I picked a name that would tie in with a current craze. But, I wanted my blog name to reflect it's content. Also, I tried several different names in the Google search box to see what words generated a lot of hits and appeared early in the search.

2.Are there any code names or secret identities in your blog? Any stories there?
Again, being very new to the internet shaped how I shared particulars of my family. Cowboy refers to my husband. KK refers to my youngest sister. She did not want any pictures of her family or their names included on my blog. CP is her son and my youngest nephew. CWGIII belongs to CHGreen of Gone with the Wreath. (She is the middle sibling) You may also find that he is referred to as Golden Boy. (I think she started that one.)

3.What are some blog titles that you just love? For their cleverness, drama, or sheer, crazy fun?
This Ain't New York Hands and Feet Janet's Planet Caffeinated Thoughts Boo Mama Gators, Skunkz, and Mudcats

4.What three blogs are you devoted to? Other than the RevGalBlogPals blog of course!
The Sound of Thunder, Voice of Vision , Beside the Point

5.Who introduced you to the world of blogging and why? CHGreen urged me to start a blog. I had shown little interest in the internet. Basically, I was a poor typist and had very little time for such frivolity. ( If that's not a word, it should be.) From time to time she would talk of her blogging friends like they were just next door. So, I became curious and began to read some of her posts. Then, I found myself following links and checking out the folks in her sidebar. Next thing I know, I was hooked.

My original intent was to put into print all of the Bible studies/lessons that I had already presented in my local church. I thought it would become a lasting resource for myself and others. I had no lack of material, but I struggled with getting formatted the way I wanted it. I too had learned that real long posts appeal to few. I had to learn to condense my material or post in series. The logistics of it all stifled my flow. But I digress......

I still enjoy reading blogs and posting. I just do a whole lot less of it these days. Time constraints have caused me to post videos, cartoons, excerpts of other blogs, and Friday Five's.(when I have a chance.)

Bonus question: Have you ever met any of your blogging friends? Where are some of the places you've met these fun folks?

I had the opportunity to visit with granny b of Compassion to Sympathize. I think I'm the one who got her started blogging. We have known one another for awhile. We used to attend the same church in New Mexico, but I live some 1200 miles away now.

Wednesday, July 16, 2008

So Sad: So Relevant

Church Laughs from ChristianityToday.com

Wednesday, July 2, 2008

While I was Sleeping...

He was watching over me.

Earlier this week I awoke to the smell of smoke. It was just a faint odor but enough to arouse my curiosity. I went to the front door and looked around my yard. The grass was charred within 25 feet of my porch and I could see the flames in the nearby brush.

Then I yelled,"Dale! Fire!". Without hesitation (or shoes), I ran to the well-house and grabbed the hose. I ran as fast as I could through the back yard and around the side where the flames were nearing our propane tank. As I began to spray the water, I looked up and saw a young fireman working to quench the flames. He said, "We're taking care of this." I replied with a thank you and retreated into the house.

Long story short, the fireworks fun of the previous night turned into a fire that could have easily taken our lives and destroyed our home. Thank God for an observant neighbor. Thank God for our local Volunteer Fire Department. Thank God they got there in time. Thank God for sparing our lives and our home.

Praying that you will have a happy, fun, and safe Fourth of July. Remember those who paid the price for our freedom and give thanks to the One who is always watching over us. And if you happen to see any local firemen give them a smile and an encouraging word.

Wednesday, June 18, 2008

Memory Enhancements

A Mayo Clinic report states: "Ginkgo biloba has been used medicinally for thousands of years. Today, it is one of the top selling herbs in the United States. Although not definitive, there is promising early evidence favoring the use of ginkgo for memory enhancement in healthy subjects, altitude (mountain) sickness, symptoms of premenstrual syndrome (PMS), and reduction of chemotherapy-induced end-organ vascular damage."

While Ginkgo biloba may be known as one of the oldest memory enhancers, it can not be compared to the One that was present when the worlds were framed.

But the Comforter (Counselor, Helper, Intercessor, Advocate, Strengthener, Standby), the Holy Spirit, Whom the Father will send in My name [in My place, to represent Me and act on My behalf], He will teach you all things. And He will cause you to recall (will remind you of, bring to your remembrance) everything I have told you. John 14:26

The Holy Spirit was sent not only to remind the disciples of the teachings of Christ, but to empower them to witness to those both near and far. Peter experienced and demonstrated this power on the Day of Pentecost when he justified the behavior of the 120 who had been filled with the Holy Ghost.

This same promise has been extended to us today. Acts 2:39 states it this way; "For the promise is unto you, and to your children, and to all that are afar off, even as many as the LORD our God shall call."

I had a great ending for this post, but...... I can't seem to remember how it goes. Guess I should grab some Ginko on the way to my prayer closet. (smile)

Wednesday, June 11, 2008

Gone Fishing

Bright and early this morning I was awakened by the creaking of my bedroom door. Peeping in ever so quietly, was my Golden Boy. He wanted to know when I was going to get up and when we were going fishing. Oh how I wish I had the energy of an eight year old boy. Long story short, we got up and went fishing. Sad to say, we didn't catch anything. Maybe next time we should do our casting from the other side of the pond.

3Simon Peter saith unto them, I go a fishing. They say unto him, We also go with thee. They went forth, and entered into a ship immediately; and that night they caught nothing.4But when the morning was now come, Jesus stood on the shore: but the disciples knew not that it was Jesus.5Then Jesus saith unto them, Children, have ye any meat? They answered him, No.6And he said unto them, Cast the net on the right side of the ship, and ye shall find. They cast therefore, and now they were not able to draw it for the multitude of fishes. John 21:3-6

Hungry and exhausted the disciples could have easily blown off the advice of the man on the shore. They had no idea that the man was the One that controlled the sea and all that it contained. It was only after he revealed his identity to Peter, that they understood why they hauled in more fish than their boats could hold.

Oftentimes our circumstances are less than ideal. Sometimes there is little or nothing to show for our labors. The feeling of failure fosters the idea of throwing in the towel or in Peter's case, the net.

But rest assured, Jesus will show up in our times of difficulty. It is up to us to be looking for him. We may not recognize his hand at work, but his voice will reveal his identity to us. So, we must ever be listening for his guidance and be willing to follow his directions.

Sunday, June 1, 2008

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Friday, May 30, 2008

One Man's Treasure.....

In this week's Friday Five, Songbird asks:

1) Are you a garage saler? I like to stop at one now and then. By the time I get around to it, the choices are pretty slim. I'm not an early riser.

2) If so, are you an immediate buyer or a risk taker who comes back later when prices are lower? If I see something that I like or think I have a use for, then I just buy it right away. Chances are that I won't get back to the sale.

3) Seriously, if you're not a garage saler, you are probably not going to want to play this one.(That wasn't really #3.)3) This is the real #3: What's the best treasure you've found at a yard or garage sale? Even though it wasn't for myself, it was the best deal ever for my nephew. We bought a toy gun that shoots foam balls. Retail about $20.00. Our price, $1.00. But that's not all. The lady gave us the 20 balls, a target, and a bag to hold it all.....at no extra cost.

4)If you've done one yourself, at church or at home, was it worth the effort? I have helped my church on a couple of occasions. Yes, it was well worth the effort. Everyone got rid of the stuff that had been cluttering their homes/yards and we made a good sum of money in just a few short hours.

5) Can you bring yourself to haggle? Oh yeah! What is the worst that can happen? The seller can say, "no deal". Most of the time stuff is priced too high anyway.