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Myerstown, PA , United States
I am a teacher. I can't spell well or speak correctly. How did I ever become a teacher you ask? Only God. It's a long story. I am an introvert. I think more than I speak. I enjoy being alone, and at home as much as possible. I want to reflect God's love to every person God brings to me. I am married to a wonderful, caring, supportive man. He loves to help others, and is willing to listen and talk to those in need. He loves to garden, and work outside. Cookies are his favorite. We love drinking coffee and eating cookies together. I have a burden for hurting children. I wish all children everywhere, felt love, safety and security, from not only their Heavenly Father, but also from a family that cares more about the needs of their children then their own personal needs. I love looking for small glimpses of God's great love. They are all around us, every day. Have you noticed? Do you know of God's love for you?

Tuesday, June 28, 2011

Happy 50th Birthday Mom



She is often seen reading her Bible in the early morning hours.
She taught us to be frugal with our money.
She never complains, or talks negative about someone. 



She is an amazing example of a Godly, supportive, submissive wife.
She spends time with her extended family, and helps take care of her Dad.
She gives honor and respect to those over her.



She loves to entertain friends in our home on a regular basis.
She cares about others and their needs.
She has the gift of hospitality.





She loves her family, and serves them unconditionally.
She home schooled her 5 children through all 12 grades, 
with only a grade 8 education.
She works hard, doing laundry, cooking, and managing the household. 



She can cook for 100 people with little stress.
She makes the most amazing bread, cinnamon rolls, and pies.
Her meals are to die for.


She has a great listening ear, and often has friends over for coffee 
just to hear their heart.
She cares about the needs of others.
She loves kids, and enjoys helping with girl's club and VBS.



She has fun with the family, whether it's shoveling snow, 
mowing grass, or playing games. 
She even tries to enjoy watching a football game.
She texts and use facebook on a regular basis.



She enjoys working in the garden.
She does a lot of canning, freezing, and storing up food.
She loves to sew.




Thanks Mom, for the legacy you have left me. 
Thank you for being the kind of Godly woman I know I can trust,
and feel safe to follow in their footsteps.
You are a blessing and encouragement to me, 
and to the many others who know you.
I love you. 

Thursday, June 23, 2011

Lessons on Trust

Me: These waves look monstrous! There's no way I can out swim this one.
God: Are you looking at the waves? or are you looking at the One who controls the storm?
Me: hmmm good question. My focus is wrong. I need to trust You more. pause... But did you see those waves!!!! They are HUGE. There's no way this will work.
God: So are you saying the waves are bigger than I am?
Me: haha No! that sounds ridiculous!!! ...I guess it does kind of sound like that doesn't it? But it's not true!  You are so MIGHTY and POWERFUL! You are in control, help me trust You more.


20 hours later...


Me: uhm God? Didn't you see the waves? I don't need another one! I'm already drowning! What's going on here??
God: I thought you said You wanted me to help you trust Me more?
Me: I did... but not like this??
God: What, so you want to be in control now?
Me: no...  I'm sorry God, I need You to lead me! I will keep trusting. 


to be continued...  



Wednesday, June 22, 2011

No Matter What -By Kerrie Roberts

I'm running back to your promises one more time, Lord that's all I can hold on to, I gotta say this has taken me by surprise, but nothing surprises you. Before a heartache can ever touch my life, it has to go through Your hands, and even though I keep asking why... I keep asking why,

No matter what, I'm gonna love You, no matter what I'm gonna need You, I know You can find a way to keep me from the pain but if not, I'll trust you, no matter what, no matter what.

When I'm stuck and there's nothing else by myself, I'm just sitting in silence, there's no way I can make it without Your help, I wont even try it. I know You have Your reasons for everything, so I will keep believing, whatever I might be feeling, God you are my hope, and you will be my strength,

No matter what, I'm gonna love You, no matter what I'm gonna need You, I know You can find a way to keep me from the pain but if not, I'll trust you, no matter what, no matter what.

Anything I don't have You can give it to me, but it's ok if You don't, I'm not here for those things, the touch of Your love is enough on its own, no matter what I still love You and I'm gona need You

No matter what I'm gonna love you, no matter what I'm gonna need you, I know You can find a way to keep me from the pain but if not , I'll trust You, no matter what, no matter what.


Monday, June 20, 2011

I'd rather SEE a sermon

I'd rather see a sermon
than hear one any day;
I'd rather one should walk with me
than merely tell the way.
The eye's a better pupil
and more willing than the ear,
Fine counsel is confusing,
but example's always clear;
And the best of all preachers
are the men who live their creeds,
For to see good put in action
is what everybody needs.
I soon can learn to do it
if you'll let me see it done;
I can watch your hands in action,
but your tongue too fast may run.
And the lecture you deliver
may be very wise and true,
But I'd rather get my lessons
by observing what you do;
For I might misunderstand you
and the high advice you give,
But there's no misunderstanding
how you act and how you live.

-Edgar Albert Guest

Yesterday was Father's day, and part of this poem was recited during the message. Even tho I'm not a Father (or parent), I was challenged by these words.  I am being watched. I am being followed. The things I do, my attitude, and how I respond, speak louder then the words I try to say or the lessons I try to drill. Oh that people would see Jesus in me. 

Nature Speaks



"There’s not a plant or flower below, but makes Thy glories known,
And clouds arise, and tempests blow, by order from Thy throne
While all that borrows life from Thee is ever in Thy care;
And everywhere that man can be, Thou, God art present there."


     The words are so simple. Nature speaks of God's glory. It's all around us. In the blue of the lake, in the details of a lily, in the sun's rays breaking through the clouds, in a full moon or amber sunset, God's majesty and glory are exploding into shouts of praise that can only be heard by the one who really stops and listens. Do I notice? Do I hear?


     Every morning at 4:45a.m. while most of the city sleeps on, and before the sky even begins to grow light, there is a robin perched on a telephone wire singing it's little heart out. I first noticed it one morning on my way to work while waiting for a stoplight to turn green. I was in a bad mood, and didn't want to go to work AT ALL! I rolled down my window and listened to the little thing. He was sure going at it, and I thought "What bird in it's right mind would get up this early just to sing?" But then I thought, he is singing praises to God, and shame on me for being so grumpy. I should be singing praises to God too, even at this early hour.  As the light turned green and I went on my way I knew that God had sent that small bird to teach me something. There was no reason to be in a bad mood, God was here, and He was in control. Would I praise Him too?
     And now every morning, as I wait for the light to change at 85 and King St., the robin and I have a conversation. We say good morning, and together praise God for His goodness.  He never misses a morning. He's always there sitting in the same spot, and always singing. 



Friday, June 17, 2011

Minnesota Beauty

This is the first summer in 25 years that I have not lived in Northern Minnesota. I miss the BEAUTIFUL lakes (plural), loons, lightening bugs, lady slippers, spontaneous outdoor v-ball, random campfires with friends serenaded with deep discussions s'mores and the occasional iphone, the hammock, FISHING, teaching VBS, Ben Franklin Crafts, Crazy Dayz, being near water, Independence Day parade, bagpipers, sunsets on lakes, softball games followed by DQ, picking/selling strawberries, eating fresh strawberry pie (Karen Layman's recipe), sleeping under the stars with friends, mowing with riding lawn mower, Big Falls Rapids and company, Pither's Point, Rainy River, Rainy Lake and Voyager's National Park, canoeing, picking blueberries in the bush, pine trees....  I do NOT miss the swarms of mosquitoes. 
MINNESOTA!!! The best place to live
my first fish
teeny weeny
been fishing long?
summer sunset on Moose Lake
fishing with the bro
Instead of using paddles they invented this way of... heave ho... heave ho... heave ho... and we sort of got behind
lots of water fights, and tipping... and yes I even got tipped with the camera, but it didn't really get wet.
I took this pic at the parade... :)

34 quarts of blueberries. now to go sell them...
wild roses on Rainy River
sunset on Rainy River
random kids at community softball game
lake Kabetogama (I think)
state flower -Lady Slipper
sunset + lake + pine tree = amazing
blue sky on Ash River
fun family fishing
Big Falls spring run off
friends
Big Falls
pine trees
Go Jared
VBS
campfire pictures just don't capture the moment
rising moon on Rainy Lake
awww BETHANY! ♥
Rainy Lake
youth at Pither's Point

Saturday, June 11, 2011

53 Cardinal Crescent S.

Here's a look at the place we are currently renting. 
We are renting from Wendell and Janelle Glick 
and will be here till about the first of July.


 It's a basement apartment, that stays quite cool.
Oh and apparently it's illegal to spray weed killer. 
Hence the weeds.

 Our fireplace. Nothing really matches in our house. 
But we're renting, and the furniture isn't ours. 
So it is what it is. Ralph (the bachelor) 
has all kinds of unique ways of decorating.    

 The newest member of our place. Mildred. 
(I can't remember the rest of her name)

 cookbooks and more glass bottles 

YELLOW!! When I first saw the kitchen, I was like 
uh wow, that's really yellow! But it has grown on me, 
and I actually rather like our kitchen. Our fridge
 is adorned with wedding invites, and random pics 
of friends.  

My favorite cupboard 

A CORNER pot!!!  Never saw the likes.  

 A very comfortable bed. Ralph's room, my blankets. :)

 The backyard, nice and green.

 One of the many species of wildlife that visits our yard. 
We also hear and see lots of birds, squirrels, chipmunks, 
and the occasional raccoon.  

The rock bed. It looks rather pathetic at this point. 
Someone needs to plant some flowers, 
and add a little color. 

and sometimes it's just fun to be crazy