Thank You

Thank You for Your Service (A Moment of Truth)

This was a link that I found this morning.  I think it is of note that we thank our veterans.  Men and women of our past and present have served or are serving our nation to protect us, our freedom, and our world.  Thanksgiving is just around the corner, however, we can be thankful every day. 

Hebrews 12:28-29
Therefore, since we are receiving a kingdom that cannot be shaken, let us be thankful, and so worship God acceptably with reverence and awe, for our “God is a consuming fire.”

Family Fun in Tallahassee

We ventured on a road trip this past Saturday.  Four hours up and five hours home.  We traveled in a rental car thanks to Papa Erd.  It was a "no top" car as Bryan called it.  A garnet colored Chrysler 200 convertible...it was a pretty sweet although tight fitting ride.  The boys were on great behavior, and we enjoyed the trip very much!  Seeing the NOLES play was a joy, and it was special to see a special pre-game entry of 3 service men sky diving on to the field.  The Seminole football team pulled out a win over Boston College, and we slept soundly at a Hampton Inn.  BIG thanks to Daniel for driving the whole way, and to our parents for spending money that came in handy to buy lots of snacks and meals along the way!

Awesome

This week Bryan and I went to Community Bible Study, and the church we attend at had a pumpkin patch.  We could not resist buying a few.  Bryan picked out what many would deem an "ugly" pumpkin--it had imperfections...warts...bumps all over it.  That's the one he wanted.  I said "yes absolutely we can get that one!"  It reminded me of how God sees us...he looks at the inside of our hearts not our exterior blemishes.  We sin...we are ugly.  He forgives...he loves us anyway.  Our Father knows our true value.  Thank you Bryan for this little lesson of embracing imperfection.  God is so good.

A Decade

A decade, a period of ten years, is a journey.

In 1999 I met Daniel Addison Cook (IX) at the Florida State University.  I actually met him sooner than this, but I didn't really know him or speak with him personally until 1999.  My life would never be the same.  God opened a door to a relationship that continues to evolve.  We truly have grown up together.

On October 12, 2002, together with our parents, we were joined in marriage.  Thus, began our official decade of togetherness as husband and wife.  We have seen joy and grief.  Laughter and tears have been a part of our days.  Our two children have created "new characters" in our story.  Our siblings were married, they had children, and we have traveled to gather as family throughout the United States.  God has been faithful, sharpened our character, and has been ever present in our marriage.  I am thankful for the unconditional love from Daniel.  He is a man of unquestionable character, charm, and faith.  Now, it's time to go play with our first born son.  The joys of motherhood are a fruit of our marriage.  Thank you God for your blessings and continual glimmers of grace within our marriage and family.

Seeing

Seeing our Father in everything makes life one long thanksgiving and gives a rest of heart.
--Hannah Whitall Smith

  1832-1911
Hannah Whitall Smith was a lay speaker, author, and mother of seven children.
I am intrigued by her after reading this quote.  It would be fun to read some of her books.  Wisdom from ages past.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hannah_Whitall_Smith

Little Pleasures...

Little things are pleasurable.  Today's top ten: 
1. Waking up asleep on the couch and being able to crawl into bed at 5 a.m. to snuggle with my husband.  Even though he's asleep...he's there.
2.  Morning leisure time to play Legos with Addison early this morning.  I had not taken the time to build with him in a long time.
3. Dining at the Bahia Shrine with my parents...a pancake and egg breakfast.  A big breakfast to start the day...mmmmmm.
4. Time to shop at the Rummage Sale to benefit the Children's Hospitals that Shriners support.  We found many treasures and only spent $10.  One being a clock for our kitchen...just needed a battery.
5.  I hot glued corks to the clock this afternoon.  Wine o'clock...any time!

 

6. The boys and I attended a Fisher Price House Party.  It was fun to see a high school friend, meet her husband, her children, and her friends.  We had a fun time, and we took home some great free goodies!

7. We enjoyed a quiet lunch at home.  Soup on a fall day.  Yummy!

8.  Watching Bryan paint and create.  Precious.

9.  Watching Addison sort through my tool box, and his sweet help in helping me choose a spot to hang the clock and assisting in handing it to me as I hammered a nail up high.
10.  Talking with Daniel after he safely arrived in Kansas City for his week long Cerner Healthcare Conference.  Great to hear his voice always.  Now off to let the boys give me a manicure and pedicure!

Run Your Day

I liked this quote..."Either you run the day or the day runs you."  I hope we are able to run our days efficiently.  I pray that I can run my day with a wise use of time.  I find we are often hurrying to do things.  I like to try to not wear a watch to slow down and enjoy.  I peak at clocks often, but I like to enjoy the moments along the way.  However, we live in a time driven society so best to accept it, plan on it, and go with it!  Run, run, run, but have some fun, fun, fun!