praying4umom

Houston Hurrican Evacuees

2005-10-21T21:39:00.000-07:00

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I know it has been a long time since I have written anything.........I just lead a very active life. Right before the hurricane that was supposed to hit Houston, I received a phone call from a fellow from Florida, a fellow "Servas" member. We are in a travel club that you have to pay to be in, however, the people are well screened and the good will ambassador types. Joe and I have traveled and stayed with several people we don't know but become friends with by staying a day or two in their home. What a joy that is!
Anyway, the man, Bill, said his kids lived in Houston and wanted to flee the hurricane....could we possible host them? I said we sure could. The next day, Martin and Tess, their two children Adrian and Veronica and Papa showed up. It was just a delight to host them. They were the perfect guests. They were so helpful around here. We had lots of time together, but they also "toured" Dallas as well. It was a great relief when Rita didn't hit Houston. They decided to stay a couple of extra days and tour Dallas. We were also able to have lunch and dinner together a couple of times. Tess and I hit it off.........we ended up making bracelets together and shopping for more beads. They kids had a pretty good time. I took them swimming at my friend's homes (they are the best!). Martin and Tess sure appreciated the hospitality. My mom helped by bringing over a great dish one evening. It was really fun seeing everyone chip in and help.
When they left, I couldn't be here. My house was spotless when I came home. Oh, to have guests like that. We have emailed and talked by phone since they got back. Isn't it interesting the appointments we can have in life? I am so grateful I say yes to my friend, Bill. I look forward to Bill coming here one day with his wife and stay a day or two.

Secrets

2005-09-05T19:58:00.000-07:00

My son has told me it is time for an update, so here goes.
I am in the mood to get rid of clutter and stuff. So, watch out, the trash pile out front will probably spill across the street and into the creek in the next block. How do we collect so much? Some of this could be donated to hurricane relief. Some can be sold. Lori will run a big garage sale in a couple of weeks. Getting rid of stuff feels sooo good, especially if it can go to someone in need.
I am also ready to do some renovations in our home, so the change in stuff will be very welcome.
This week should prove to be interesting. I will meet our new bible study group. I don't know too many of the ladies, so I will a new flock of friends. One of the greatest parts of life! My week always fills up fast because of business appointments. I secretly hope I don't have many this week because of my big projects going on at home. I LOVE to stay home, especially after a very busy summer.
Well, this is dragging on. I hope to blog something again soon. This is what happens when I force my writing. Ha.

What birthdays really mean

2005-08-24T06:48:00.000-07:00

Well, I turned double nickels this week and I have a lot to celebrate because I have the best family and friends in the world.
First, my family took me out for lunch on Sunday....my neice's bd is one day before me so everyone was there. Great time. Then to my mom's for cake. A little story there but not for the world to know.
Then my kiddos came over and played cards (3s) with me for several hours. How cool was that? They really gave me their time......a true celebration of family. And they rigged the cards so I couldn't lose one time when I was out of the room for a little bit. They had the opportunity to rig the cards for me to lose, but I thought that was pretty good to resist that urge.
On my birthday, I had a call from Lori.........yea and then I got to go have lunch with Jeff. He paid which was pretty cool.
That night my girlfriends (the best) had a big party for me complete with gifts and cake and balloons. We enjoyed good food and wonderful fellowship and fun in the pool. Joel even came over with stragazer lillies to add to my bouquet. He go a million points for that. Very cool. We were really celebrating deep friendships........what a group!!! Thank you all.
Joel is taking me out sometime this week to the Gaylord (another million points). I count myself very fortunate and blessed.
Now, to make that big pillow for Jeff!!!!!!!!

Good Grief

2005-08-11T18:51:00.000-07:00

Good grief, I am just plain dangerous on all of this stuff. I had to call Jeff to find out how in the world to sign in.....it took me 5 times to get logged in. Thank you Jeff.
I am also struggling with uploading Lori and Jeremy's wedding pictures into snapfish or dotphoto. I spend hours following the dumb directions and only half of the pictures get posted. Ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhh. Somebody help me. (Sounds like that guy on the commercial about being in huge debt!)
Anyway, I think I will make Lori's pillows for their apartment tonight. How is that for being a good mom? Well, I haven't finished them yet. They may turn out terrible.....if the sewing goes anything like the uploads in snapfish. They may only get 1/2 pillows!!!
Well, later.