Saturday, November 24, 2012

Christmas In My Town!

     Everyone is talking about decorating for Christmas.  I have not even got cleaned up from Thanksgiving or  thought of when I will do my decorating.  However downtown is very pretty in lights so I thought I would share a few pictures of my town.  I hope you will enjoy them.  

This is the courthouse which is always decked out from top to bottom.
 Another view of courthouse.....
We have a tree made of lights that go from top to bottom of the TV tower.  You can drive around the building and go completely underneath the tree all the way around.  Many do this every year, there have been dances and proposals and more underneath this tree.  Some went under the tree, like my kids as children and now get to share it with their own.  This picture shows the view if you are underneath looking up.
I hope you have enjoyed this short picture visit to my town at Christmas time.  Share you town on your blog, comment and let me know and I will come visit yours too.

God bless,
Pat
 

    

Thursday, November 22, 2012

Happy Thanksgiving Wishes 2012

Happy Thanksgiving to all my friends and family! Hug your family, thank the Lord for them and be safe!
God bless,
Pat

Wednesday, November 21, 2012

I am adopting a child.....you should too......

     I was listening to the radio and they were talking about adopting a child in another country.  They were talking about how you could write them letters, help support them, and make a difference in a child's life.  Now, let me say up front, there is nothing wrong with some of these programs but God has led me in another direction.  I want to share the burden God has laid on my heart and I hope some of you might join me in adopting a child in God's program He showed to me.
     What God said to me was this....you should adopt a child in a foreign country and I was confused at first but then He said, Yes a missionary child.  I asked God what He wanted me to do.  When a missionary surrenders to the Mission's field, the family goes also.  There are so many changes for the whole family including the kids (and wives).  So this is what I am going to do, Stephen and I are adopting a Missionary our church supports kids.  We are going to send cards, little thought gifts and treats.
    Won't you join us and adopt a missionary child too.  Even if you just send little cards etc it would be such a blessing.  This is not a huge commitment or one that will cost a lot (give up eating out even once and see what you could do) but the blessings will be major.  I am also going to adopt the Moma too and hope I can be a blessing to her. 
     If your church does not support missionaries or you don't know who to adopt, let me know and I can get you the address and information of one to support. Maybe you don't have kids at home anymore well just adopt the wife.  I know several this would be a blessing to.
     You could also do this as a class project for homeschool or a class at your church.  So PLEASE join me and adopt a child. The blessings will be out of this world.
God bless,
Pat

Tuesday, November 20, 2012

Papaw and Grands!

Papaw and the grands.....they are storing up loves before the kiddos leave for vacation.  They are going to visit Jenny's family for Thanksgiving.  It sure will be quiet with out these three and little Jet
 for a few days.  I am so glad they get to go but will be counting the hours til they are back here with us.  I always loved my grandparents but being the grandparent is even better. I hope all of ya'll get some family time this holiday season too.

God bless,
Pat

Monday, November 19, 2012

Redbirds and God!



     I have always loves cardinals or redbirds as I just called them.  I always thought they were so beautiful.  I went to a yardsale one time and I saw a book called "Redbirds, Rubies and Rainbows". Though I had never heard of the author, for a quarter, I thought it might be pretty good so I bought it. This book changed my life.

     I so many times felt alone and like God had forgot about me or wasn't hearing my prayers.  Little did I know, the number one problem was that I was not saved.  In this book, Mrs. Evans talks about her love of redbirds but not just the ones that fly.  To her redbirds are little blessings from God, it might be an unexpected blessing, an answered prayer or God showing her a real redbird right when she needed a touch from Him.  I started seeing all the "redbirds" in my own life, including a sweet lady named Carol Bridges who helped me to see I was not saved though I had made a profession as a child and led me to the Lord.  So many times right when I wanted to give up, God would give me a redbird and I would cling to it and God and always got through.  A couple of years later I was blessed to hear Mrs Evans speak on this very subject and was able to get her to sign my book which I thought was such a sweet blessing from God and definitely a redbird.
     Lately, I have been going through a lot of stuff and have felt kind of alone from God again.....seems like everything was going wrong, so stressed out, and like God was not hearing my prayers.  I know it is not God who has moved but me.  Yet I just could not seem to figure out what to do.  I really needed a touch from God or a redbird, but none seemed to be found.  Then, out of the blue, a friend gave me a gift, I opened the package and was so excited to see a redbird, until I took it out and this is what I found......
......the redbird was broken.  I asked God why would you give me a redbird that was broken.  I was so sad.  Then God said something that really made me stop and think......God said that redbird represents what you need to be. I prayed and said, "God you want me to be broken?"  He said, "Yes, you need to be broken, you need to need Me, let me lead you, help you."  I stopped to think and yes I have been trying to fix stuff and control it in my power.  I had so much of me in everything there was no room for a redbird from God.  I decided to keep the broken redbird to remind me that we need to let go and let God before He can bless us.  So, now I can't wait to see what redbirds God has for me, but this broken one may be my favorite so far in my life. 
     I hope God will show ya'll redbirds for your life too.

God bless,
Pat







Tuesday, October 9, 2012

Autumn Simple Woman's Daybook October 9, 2012




FOR TODAY---Tuesday October 9th

Outside my window...the sun is shining, a little cool, so a really nice fall day


I am thinking...what will my tests show tomorrow when I get results?


I am thankful...for friends who have been praying and encouraging me


In the kitchen...I really need to buy groceries badly


I am wearing...bluejeans and Bible Baptist bible school tshirt


I am creating...memories with the grands


I am going...to take T to soulwinning later


I am wondering...how I am ever going to get caught up


I am reading...my bible and Frazzled Momas devotions


I am hoping...that I will be okay and the tests will not show cancer


I am looking forward to...spending time with the grands at Candy Carnival this weekend 


I am learning...that I need to spend more time listening to God


Around the house...so much that needs to be done, laundry, need I say more?


I am pondering...the words....Live like you are dying, what do you do when you get the news?


A favorite quote for today...Let my words be Gods words


One of my favorite things...spending time with family


A few plans for the rest of the week.....church, Dr's visit, homeschool, getting caught up on projects


A peek into my day...


 If you would like to join in and participate in The Simple Woman's Daybook or read others go here....http://thesimplewomansdaybook.blogspot.com/

God bless,
Pat
 

Friday, September 28, 2012

Fall, hot tea and potato soup

 
     I  love fall.....sitting on the front porch swinging, watching the leaves blow and drinking hot tea.  I also start to think about soup, chili and things like that for supper.  One of my favorite soups is potato soup from my friend and neighbor's recipe.  I have tried several but this one is even better tasting and SO simple to make.  It gets better and better as you reheat if there is any left to reheat.  I usually make a double batch as all my family loves it.
     I am Sharing the recipe below, let me know what you think if you try it.....

Deb's Potato Soup

5# to 10# Potatoes
1-2 sticks Margarine
1-2 pkgs. Oscar Mayer Real Bacon Bits
1-2 cups Milk
Salt & Pepper (to your taste)
Minced onions~dried (to your taste)

Toppings...
Margarine
Sour Cream
Grated Cheddar Cheese
Chives/Green Onions
More Real Bacon Bits, if you like

Peel & cube potatoes (not too small, they'll cook down some) Boil till totally done...add stick margarine, milk, bacon bits, minced onions, salt & pepper. Simmer about 15 more minutes. Serve in bowls with the toppings of your choice. Yummy!!! ENJOY! 
 
God bless,
Pat



Saturday, September 15, 2012

The Simple Woman's Kitchen and Garden for September 2012

     I have done The Simple Woman's Daybook off and on for awhile now.  This month she started a couple of new things.  One of them is called The Simple Woman's Kitchen and Garden.  You can share recipes,the way you decorate your kitchen, pictures or ideas for gardens etc.  

     I had to go to a meeting recently and had to carry a vegetable but it also had to contain apples.  I looked and looked and finally decided to cook this recipe and let me tell you I will be cooking it again as it was really good.  It is a wonderful fall recipe to I am sharing it with ya'll-hope you like it too.....  

Mashed Sweet Potatoes with Apples


 Ingredients:

  • 4 pounds sweet potatoes, cooked, peeled, sliced (about 8 cups sliced)
  • 1/3 cup butter or margarine
  • 2 large apples, peeled, cored and diced
  • 1/2 cup apple juice
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • dash cinnamon, to taste, optional

Preparation:

Melt butter in a large saucepan or Dutch oven and cook apples until tender. Add the cooked sweet potatoes to the cooked apples; mash until smooth. Stir in apple juice, brown sugar, salt and pepper. Add cinnamon if desired. Heat over low heat until hot.
Serves 6 to 8.

Come join in and share a recipe or something about your kitchen at http://thesimplewomanskitchenandgarden.blogspot.com/

God bless,
Pat

Friday, September 14, 2012

The Simple Woman's Daybook for September 14, 2012

For Today, September 14, 2012
Outside my window...The sun is shining but rain and cooler temps are possible :)
I am thinking...I need to be finishing supper-Tacos for supper
 I am thankful for...family that cares all the time not just when they want something
I am going...to work on some projects after supper is eaten and cleaned up
I am wearing...capris and tshirt
I am noticing...that I am forget alot easier lately
 In the kitchen...tacos tonight and deer roast with veggies for tomorrow night
I am reading...bible and frazzled Moma devotions
 I am wondering...if I will ever get caught up on housework
 I am hoping...I can get through testing my son this week
I am looking forward to..getting projects done and in mail
Around the house..the sounds of grands
 I am pondering these words...peace,joy, contentment
One of my favorite things...hot tea and anything chocolate
A few plans for the rest of the week...blessing my house, caring for grands, working on school stuff and church projects and lessons
A picture I am sharing......
Me, hubby, and all four grands, taken by my son who has a sidejob doing photography.  Check out his work at https://www.facebook.com/jlstudio13photography?ref=ts He does Scripture photography also. 

If you would like to join in and do your daybook too, join at......http://thesimplewomansdaybook.blogspot.com/2012/09/the-september-daybook-edition-2-new.html
God bless,
Pat
 

Wednesday, September 12, 2012

Hairbows, giveaway and awareness.....

     I am hosting a giveaway on my facebook blogpage.  It is to help my DIL who is making hairbows, to raise awareness for some illnesses and diseases and to raise some money.....go check it out on my page at https://www.facebook.com/pages/Living-Life-With-The-Loves/201693106596152
     My bow is leukemia for my Daddy, what will yours be for if you win?

God bless,
Pat

Tuesday, September 11, 2012

Don't wait for "Let me Know"!

   


     I have been talking to some of my friends and family about life and how busy it seems.  We are so busy living life that sometimes I wonder if we are living.  We get so busy sometimes with things that we lose people.
     Have you ever had a friend that you knew was going through something traumatic and you looked at them and said something like, "I am here for you", "Just let me know if I can do anything"? I have done it many times.  But, how many times do you actually do something, do anything?  This was brought to my attention recently and boy it made me think.
     Maybe if we just gave them a hug, sent a card, made the phone call.  Maybe we could just mow the grass we see needs mowing, pick up the paper that is piling up in the yard, drop off some groceries,or so much more.  Instead of asking, "What can I do"?  Do SOMETHING.  Sometimes they may not be even able to think what they need.
     Also, for you the situation may go away in a few days but for them it may last much longer.  Are we just a friend til the funeral is over when they lose a loved one, or do we think of them on holidays, birthdays, anniversaries etc?  They have no choice but to think.  If you are a friend, could you think to?
     Remember, next time it could be you, think how you might feel and what might help you, then do it for a friend.  Don't wait for them to HAVE to ask, just do it......

God bless,
Pat

Monday, August 27, 2012

Mamaw's Grands and The Razorbacks!

     I had never really gotten into football but then I had sons.  My guys love football.  They might not can agree on all teams but they definitely do when it comes to The Arkansas Razorbacks-nothing like home state team pride.
     It is carrying down to the next generation too, 3 of the four pictured above can already call the Hogs....WoooooPigSooooie, Go Razorbacks.  Now I love my Razorbacks but I think I love the four little Hog fans just a little more( okay so a lot more).
     I am not sure how the team will do this year but I know four little fans, Daddy and Uncle too who will be cheering them on.  But how could they do bad with four such cuties out there rooting them on. Just like no matter what they do or where they go in life, Mamaw will be rooting for them.
God bless,
Pat


Sunday, August 26, 2012

Simple Woman's Daybook for August 26, 2012

 

For Today, August 26, 2012...
Outside my window...The sun is shining but storms are predicted for tonight
I am thinking...I would like to runaway but can Mamaw's do that? :)
 I am thankful for...God never giving up on me even when I want to
I am going...to go to church later, I have nursery with the babies
I am wearing...denim skirt and blue shirt
I am noticing...that I am blessed more and more each day
 In the kitchen...turkey burgers and chips for supper with the family
I am reading...nothing but the bible right now
 I am wondering...if I will ever get caught up
 I am hoping...I can get through testing my son this week
I am looking forward to..church tonight
Around the house..lots of blessing that needs to be done
 I am pondering these words...none really would like to ponder the sounds of silence :)
One of my favorite things...hot tea and anything chocolate
A few plans for the rest of the week...blessing my house, caring for grands, working on school stuff and church projects and lessons
A picture I am sharing......
 
 
 Wanna join in the fun?  Visit Peggy at the Simple Woman's Daybook
 God bless,
Pat

Monday, August 6, 2012

The winner of the Scentsy Travel tin is.....

The winner of the Scentsy travel tin is.........

 

     Kim Stell, I will message you and set up a time and place for you to get your Scentsy tin since you are local and congratulations on winning.
     Ladies,who did not win, don't worry I will be having several more drawings here and on my facebook page https://www.facebook.com/pages/Living-Life-With-The-Loves/201693106596152 so keep watching and maybe you will win next time.  Thanks to all who entered.

God bless,
Pat

Wednesday, August 1, 2012

A View From My Window

     I saw on a friends blog where she has posted the view from her window.  I thought that would be a fun blogpost to do.  I was thinking a picture of my grands in the pool or playing on their swing or trampoline.  These are things I see in the view from my windows and things I love.
     However that was not what I felt God leading me to post.  God began dealing with my heart with what do I see in the view from my window?  Do I see guys walking by my house who need to pull up their pants, girls who need to dress better?  Do I see the little ones that no one seems to care about?  I was like yes, Lord, I see them. He was like but do you REALLY see them?  Do you see the young men that no one have taught to be men?  Do you see the young ladies that no one has taught self respect?  Do you see the throw away children that needs to know SOMEONE, ANYONE cares?  So He asked again, "What do you see when you look through the view from your window?"
     He then asked me if I could be that someone?  Could I tell them of Jesus?  Could I let them know He died for them and that He cares?  Now, when I look through the view from my window, I still see my grands that I love but I also see the ones that need to know Jesus thinks they are grand and that He died for them.
     What do you see from the view from your window?
God bless,
Pat

Monday, July 30, 2012

Back to School and Scentsy Giveaway!

     I am not sure about where you live but it is almost back to school time.  With Back to school comes stinky gym bags and stuff that end up in your car, wash room etc. My daughter-in-law sells Scentsy and she donated a "Lucky In Love" Scentsy travel tin for one of my blog readers to win.  Will you be Lucky in the contest and win the "Lucky In Love" travel tin.
      You might not even have one in school or you might homeschool like me or maybe you have an empty nest.  It doesn't really matter, all you have to do is tell me why you would like to win this tin for one entry. If you share this on your blog or facebook page I will give you two entries. If you click like on her facebook page you get another entry, her page is https://www.facebook.com/pages/Jenny-Love-Independent-Scentsy-Consultant/370442439649998?ref=hl


      On Monday August 6th I will draw a winner from all the entries and you will win this prize.  Make sure you leave an email or someway for me to reach you.

     Maybe you don't win or maybe this is not your scent, go to my DIL's page and you can order online.  Lots of new warmers and scents coming out in September and 10% off almost all stuff in August so hope you will check out her site, https://jennylove.scentsy.us/Home

Thanks and God bless,
Pat

Tuesday, July 24, 2012

The Simple Womans Daybook for July 24th

For Today, July 24, 2012...

Outside my window...The sun is shining but not quite as hot as it has been.
I am thinking...of how God has blessed me with 4 wonderful grands, the newest is Jeremiah Elan Tyler Love or Jet for short....he arrived July 19, 2012
 I am thankful for...my son Stephen who has been a HUGE help the last week or so.
I am going...to cook a new chicken dish for supper, sure hope it is good.
I am wearing...pj pants and tshirt
I am noticing...that you can never make some people happy but realizing it is not my job
 In the kitchen...chicken for supper-the smells of garlic and brown sugar
I am reading....  I am doing a Proverbs 31 study with some friends but am so far behind on this.
 I am wondering...if I will be ready for school to start in less than a month.
 I am hoping...I can get my home blessed today.
I am looking forward to..naptime for the grands.
Around the house..lots of blessing that needs to be done.
I am pondering these words..."be still and know I am God"
One of my favorite things...the sounds of silence and hot tea
A few plans for the rest of the week...blessing my house, caring for grands, working on school stuff and church projects and lessons.
Wanna join in the fun?  Visit Peggy at the Simple Woman's Daybook
 God bless,
Pat

Monday, July 9, 2012

Homemade Samoas Bars

     My daughter in law loves Samoas cookies from Girl Scouts.  But as you know girl scouts cookies are only around for a short time so I started searching for a recipe I could make for her that might come close.  This is the recipe that I think will make her the happiest.  I will let you know in a future blog post how they turned out and what she thinks.  In case you want to try them yourself this is the recipe I will be using.  If you make them, let me know what you and yours think of them.

Homemade Samoas Bars
Cookie Base:
1/2 cup sugar
3/4 cup butter, softened
1 large egg
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
2 cups all purpose flour
1/4 tsp salt

First, make the crust. Preheat oven to 350ºF. Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking pan, or line with parchment paper. (I lined mine with foil.) In a large bowl, cream together sugar and butter, until fluffy. Beat in egg and vanilla extract. Working at a low speed, gradually beat in flour and salt until mixture is crumbly, like wet sand. The dough does not need to come together. Pour crumbly dough into prepared pan and press into an even layer. Bake for 20-25 minutes, until base is set and edges are lightly browned. Cool completely on a wire rack before topping.

Topping
3 cups shredded coconut (sweetened or unsweetened)
12-oz good-quality chewy caramels
1/4 tsp salt
3 tbsp milk
10 oz. dark or semisweet chocolate (chocolate chips are ok)

Preheat oven to 300. Spread coconut evenly on a parchment-lined baking sheet (preferably one with sides) and toast 20 minutes, stirring every 5 minutes, until coconut is golden. (Mine was golden after 10 minutes.)Cool on baking sheet, stirring occasionally. Set aside.

Unwrap the caramels and place in a large microwave-safe bowl with milk and salt. Cook on high for 3-4 minutes, stopping to stir a few times to help the caramel melt. When smooth, fold in toasted coconut with a spatula. Put dollops of the topping all over the shortbread base. Using the spatula, spread topping into an even layer. Let topping set until cooled. When cooled, cut into 30 bars with a large knife or a pizza cutter (it’s easy to get it through the topping).

Once bars are cut, melt chocolate in a small bowl. Heat on high in the microwave in 45 second intervals, stirring thoroughly to prevent scorching. Dip the base of each bar into the chocolate and place on a clean piece of parchment or wax paper. Transfer all remaining chocolate (or melt a bit of additional chocolate, if necessary) into a piping bag or a ziploc bag with the corner snipped off and drizzle bars with chocolate to finish. Let chocolate set completely before storing in an airtight container.
God bless,
Pat

Sunday, July 8, 2012

The Simple Woman's Daybook for July 8, 2012

For Today, July 8, 2012...

Outside my window...The sun is shining after some much needed rain this morning.
I am thinking...of how I want a Sunday afternoon nap but the grands don't agree.
 I am thankful for...my sweet little grands....they love with all their heart and love unconditionally.
I am going...to church for night services in a little bit.
I am wearing...a pink shirt and denim skirt.
I am noticing...that life is moving faster and faster.
In the kitchen...porkchops for our Sunday night family supper.
I am reading...my devotions in the mornings.  I also am doing a Proverbs 31 study with some friends.
 I am wondering...how people can be so ugly to others and then stand and proclaim their love for Jesus.
 I am hoping...I can be ready for school this fall with my youngest.
I am looking forward to...my youngest grand being born on the 19th of this month.
Around the house..lots of decluttering that needs to be done.
I am pondering these words...bless and be blessed.
One of my favorite things...time spent with family.
A few plans for the rest of the week...pool time with son and grands,a trip to the Zoo with the grands I hope and hubby starting a job prayerfully.
Wanna join in the fun?  Visit Peggy at the Simple Woman's Daybook
 God bless,
Pat

Thursday, June 28, 2012

Gave it to God and an answer to prayer!

     Recently i was really struggling with something.  It really had me down.  I sought counsel, talked to pastor, talked to God and was still just so down.  I tried to say I was giving it to God, but I really wasn't.  I kept struggling and letting it overpower me.

     Then hubby got a call about a possible job.  He is unemployed and has been looking for a job to no avail.  When he got the call about this one, I started praying God would give it to him.  God said why could I ask Him to give Billy a job but yet I could not give Him this problem?  He said why should He help Billy when I would not let Him help me.  Boy this was hard but I gave the burden to God and less than an hour later I was posting on facebook that Billy got the job.

     Now I am still hurt but I am leaving it with God.  I have done what God and pastor asked me to do and now I am moving on and so is hubby to his new job. Praise to God for all, the lifted burden and the job!


God bless,
Pat


Saturday, June 16, 2012

How To Encourage A Friend!

     Do you ever feel down?  Does the devil tell you no one cares?  I know I feel this way sometimes;like no really cares.  Now, I know they do but it is so easy when you are tired, stressed and overwhelmed to start to believe the devils lies.  If we know we feel that way, you can be sure your friends do too.  
     One way we can combat his lies is to encourage one another.  It says in the bible......we are to edify one another in I Thessalonians 5:11.  Edify, encourage, build up, comfort.  So we know we should do it.  SO how do we do it?  

     Here are a few ideas.....

 1}Take a picture (of your friend, of the two of you, of a sign, anything that says them to you). Print it out and write a note telling them specifically how they are making a difference in lives. Mail it to them.
2}Send them a text.
3}Remember their birthday
4} Make  a mindmap.Here’s what that is: Put their name in the middle of a piece of paper. Around it make 5 lists: odd things they do; ways they care about others; objects or activities they love most; things THEY want to do better (NOT what YOU want them to do better); people who speak well of them.Send it to them, use it when you send emails, texts,calls etc so you can share with them.
5} If they have hurt you, Forgive them (don’t tell them about it, just forgive them).
6}Reply to their emails, even if just to acknowledge receipt. If they reach out, respond, it doesn't have to be long to be encouraging.
7}Never assume they know you care. It only takes a couple of minutes to send a text, email or short note.

     You never know how much this might mean to them and what a difference it might make. Listen to this song, it says how much it might mean and what a difference it might make.


God bless, Pat

Wednesday, June 13, 2012

Daily Quiet Time with Kids!

Do you have a daily quiet time with God?  I was talking about this with some friends and they said “ It is hard cause my little ones keep interrupting.”  I started thinking of ways that they could get their quiet time and not be disturbed every two minutes by their kids.  I talked to others and they said they get up early before the kids.  Well at my house as soon as I got started doing something they woke up.  So how can we do it when the kids are up to?  Below are some ideas I came up with or borrowed from others.  I hope some of these ideas might work for you and yours.


*For younger ones have a special "quiet time corner" for the kids. This could include a table and chairs, Bible coloring books, crayons and other art supplies, Bible story books, tapes, puzzles, etc. They can have their own quiet time while you finish yours.


For older ones maybe have some time together with them before everyone goes to have their own quiet time…..
* Memorize scripture with them.
*Pray about concerns with them.
*Sing hymns or choruses together.


Then while you are doing your quiet time, they can  read the Bible or a devotional book and then either draw a picture or write something about what they read.


Also sometimes share with them what you learned from your quiet time. This might encourage them to want to have their own time and allowing you to have yours. Just don't demand that they "get something" from every quiet time. This can create stress and make quiet time mechanical.


I hope some of this helps you.  If you have other ideas or ways that have worked for you I would love to hear about them too.


God bless,
Pat

Sunday, June 3, 2012

A Good Read!

I have a good friend who blogs.  I have been reading her blog for a long time and I have had the privilege of meeting her and her sweet family also.  I  really enjoy her posts and I think some of ya'll might too.  They have also been making me think about some things.  I hope they might help some of ya'll like they help me.  Please go check her out at
I hope you enjoy her blog as much as I do.  If you like what you read, please comment and let her know.

God bless,
Pat

Thursday, May 31, 2012

Summer 2012 To Do List...................

     I was thinking about the summer and what would I do with it.  I have seen people do a to do list but have never done one.  This summer I decided to one and this is mine. Some are serious, some are silly, but we shall see how many I get done before summer is over…..

1.Watch a sunset
2.Watch a sunrise
3.Have a picnic with my family
4.Go star gazing
5.Have a water balloon fight
6.Blow bubbles with the grands
7.Draw with sidewalk chalk with the grands
8.Do my bible study everyday
9.Have my daily quiet time
10.Write one letter or card a week to someone to encourage them
11.Write at least once a week in my blog
12.Read in a book everyday
13.Go to the museum with Stephen
14.Go to the lake
15.Go swimming every week
16.Go to the zoo with family
17.Swing on the front porch every day
18.Lose 20 pounds
19.Drink more water
20.Walk on treadmill everyday
21.Go get snow cones
22.Go get Slushies
23.Make homemade ice cream
24.Eat together with my family once a week
25.Tell my family I love them everyday
26.Tell someone about Jesus
27.Lead someone to the Lord
28.Invite someone to church
29.Have a cookout with family
30.Make homemade lemonade from lemons

     What do you have planned for your summer?  Any plans? Do you have a list? If you do why don't you go here http://theterpblog.blogspot.com/2012/06/summertime-to-dos-2012.html and link up some others and see what is on their list.

God bless,
Pat

Friday, May 25, 2012

Memorial day is not National BBQ day!

Happy Memorial Day and as you enjoy your family, think of all the families not able to celebrate together so that you and yours can.  

God bless,
Pat

Thursday, May 24, 2012

Life is short, God is good and Hug your family!

     This week in our town we had an explosion at an oil field and 3 young men were killed.  They leave behind fiances, wives, kids, family and friends.  It was a freak, unexpected accident but 3 lives were lost and many were changed.
     We were talking at church last night about this.  So many people after tragedies turn to God and to family.  However it lasts a little while and then it goes away again until the next tragedy.  That is so sad to me.  Do we need to wait til a tragedy to love our kids, spouses and friends?  Do we only need God in bad times?
     God is good all the time but sometimes I wonder if we would have so many tragedies if we treated Him better.  Now I am not saying these young men did anything wrong or their families.  I mean us, the world. 
     My prayer is that we will turn to God now, not just in the bad times,but in the good too.  I could not make it without Him.  If you don't know Him, talk to me, talk to a preacher, talk to a friend, talk to God.  Hug your kids, hug your loved ones.  You do truly never know if it will be the last time.  If you have problems with someone be the bigger person and make an effort to work it out.  Life is short, God is good and Hug your family.

My family and I love them all!

God bless,
Pat


Monday, May 21, 2012

Simple Woman's Daybook for May 21, 2012

FOR TODAY . . . May 21, 2012

Outside my window . . . it is quite warm early this morning so air conditioner is going
I am thinking . . . about some decisions I need to make
I am thankful . . . for the good time me and my DIL and grands had at girls night last night
In the kitchen . . .I need to wash dishes and figure out what to cook for supper
I am wearing . . .pajamas from last night, really lazy this morning
I am creating . . .several projects for church and friends
I am going . . . to run a few errands later today after blessing my house
I am wondering . . .why people know how I should be and what I should do when they to are making so many mistakes themselves
I am reading . . . my bible, and my Proverbs 31 bible study I am doing with a group of ladies
I am looking forward to . . .swimming in the pool later
I am hearing . . . the air conditioner and my son sighing as he does summer school
Around the house . . . it needs blessing badly I am pondering . . . what God wants me to do in several situations
One of my favorite things . . . time spent with family
A few plans for the rest of the week . . . school, blessing my house, working on church projects and more
Here is a picture for thought I am sharing . . . 
This is me and my youngest grand playing around with makeup for girls night.  She was so funny and thought she was gorgeous.  She kept looking at herself in the mirror and cracking up laughing.



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Saturday, May 19, 2012

Encouraging Other Women

This is a repost from April 2010 from my old blog but is so true and I thought worth reposting.  I hope it will make you stop and think......

Encouraging Other Women
I have been thinking alot about encouraging others.  I have been through so much in life that I am not sure I could have made it without my friends.  My friends prayed with me and for me.  Sometimes it was a note, a hug, a touch, a smile, "how are you REALLY", one friend sat with me all night one night when Moma was really sick and one sweet friend held my hand and we made a circle as my Moma left my arms and went into Jesus’.  None of those things cost much and most were free.  So then why do we not do more to encourage others? 
Reason 1–"I don’t have time"—really well I see you on facebook playing games, you are out to eat, you are at the movies and more.  Nothing is wrong with those things but are they more important than a friend?  I am forever stuck waiting in one line or another.  While you are waiting write a short note and drop it in the mail. 
Reason 2–"I don’t have the money"-hugs are free, pick some flowers from your yard, smiles and a touch of the hand are free.  I see some people who look like they have a cellphone growing out of their ears-so take a moment to call a friend and say I thought of you today.
I could go on and on with reasons but really they are not reasons but rather excuses. Think of it this way-how would you feel if you were the one that needed encouraging and maybe you are.  Even if you need encouragement yourself look around and find someone you can be a blessing to and I promise you will be the one that ends up being blessed also.
Thanks to all the ladies who have been and are an encouragement to me.  Now I am off to pray and ask God to show me someone I can be an encouragement to, will you do the same?
God bless,
Pat

Thursday, May 17, 2012

And these are my blessings.....Charity-Anne Jenee' (Nene), Jonathan Raymond Jr (JJ), and 
Faithe-Makenzie Jazzlyn ( ZZ)!


They will be joined by Jeremiah Elan Tyler (Jet) on July 19, 2012 so be sure I will be back to post his pictures too.  :)

God bless,
Pat

Tuesday, May 15, 2012

Blogroll



     I love to read other godly ladies blogs.  If you have a blog you think I might be interested in reading.  Or if you follow my blog and you have one of your own, please send me a link to yours in the comments and I would love to add you to my blogroll.
God bless,
Pat

Monday, May 14, 2012

Ladies of the Bible!

     As I said in an earlier post I am doing a Proverbs 31 bible study this summer with a wonderful group of ladies online.  It started today and I am so excited already.
     One of Stephens assignments this week for school is to choose a lady of the bible, write where she is found in the bible, how she was used by God, her failures or successes, what we can learn from her and why he chose her. I started thinking how much do I really know about the ladies of the bible myself so I decided to start a study of my own.  I will loosely be using a book called "Women of the Bible" by Ann Spangler & Jean E.. Syswerda.  I am going to choose one lady at a time and study on her.  As I complete one I will move on to another.  
     I hope this will get me to dig deeper into my bible and also learn more about the ladies that God thought we should know about.  Through these two studies, my ultimate goal is to help me learn to be more the lady God created me to be.
     If you were to choose a lady of the bible to learn more about, who would she be?

God bless,
Pat

Thursday, May 10, 2012

Proverbs 31 Study

                   Proverbs 31 Bible Study

     I am joining with a group of wonderful ladies and we will be doing a bible study this summer on Proverbs 31 lady.  It is through Good Morning Girls.  I am so excited to do this study.  I am hoping to gain consistency in my bible reading and study; also I am hoping to learn to be a better wife and mother and just a better Christian lady.  
    This study starts this Monday and will run through the middle of August. I am looking forward to spending part of my summer with other Christian ladies and learning to be more who God wants me to be.
     What, if anything, are you studying?
 
God bless,
Pat

Tuesday, May 8, 2012

Simple Womans Daybook for May8th

FOR TODAY . . . May 8, 2012

Outside my window . . . it is cooler thanks to some rain last night


I am thinking . . . about some spiritual issues I need to work on

I am thankful . . . for God always providing even when I give up and don't see a way, He already has it under control

In the kitchen . . .thinking a big pot of beans in the crockpot and some cornbread
I am wearing . . .pajamas from last night, really lazy this morning

I am creating . . .nothing, need to be working on next series for Children's church class

I am going . . . to Walmart later today to buy house supplies, don't want to go but it is needed

I am wondering . . .about how people can judge others but yet don't even want to look at themselves

I am reading . . . my bible, a devotional series for women over 50, won't be the big 50 til June but it is a good devotion and a christian romance book

I am looking forward to . . .a summer bible study I am doing with some friends

I am hearing . . . cartoons, Papaw and Sonic(also known as JJ)
Around the house . . . it needs blessing

I am pondering . . . how to best lead this bible study, what God wants me to do

One of my favorite things . . . time spent on my front porch swing

A few plans for the rest of the week . . . school, blessing my house, working on church projects and more

Here is a picture for thought I am sharing . . . 


the supermoon

God bless,
Pat

Monday, May 7, 2012

Supermoon and Heaven

     The other night everyone was talking about the "supermoon".  I wasn't quite sure what a supermoon was.  My son, T, informed me it was supposed to be bigger and brighter.  I mentioned it to my hubby but it was a cloudy night and I thought not much more about it.
    Then at almost 11 pm and yes we were still up, my hubby called me outside to see this moon.  It did seem a little brighter and bigger but who knows.  Anyway my hubby said I should take a picture, but all I had to use was my phone.  I decided to try anyway and on the 2nd try I got the picture above.  It kind of looks like a star or something. 
     As I was looking at the photo and the moon, I started thinking, and I know this might sound crazy, but I wondered what my Moma would say if she could see the moon from the other side, in heaven.  I know that might sound silly but one I miss Moma and I know she is in heaven.  I am not sure what heaven will be exactly but I am glad I know the one who made that moon and someday because I do, I will find out.
     Did you go look at the supermoon?  Take any pictures?  More importantly do you know the one who created it?  If you don't or you have questions, please let me or someone know.
God bless,
Pat

Tuesday, April 17, 2012

Scentsy-Layers line! :)

     My daughter-in-law sells Scentsy and I love my Scentsy warmer and favorite scents.  They make my home smell heavenly and fresh.
     I was excited when she said they were coming out with a new line called "Layers".

The new line of personal care products include:
  1. Scentsy Shower Gel:  this lightly foaming gel, infused with vitamin B5, refreshes with amazing Scentsy fragrance
  2. Scentsy Shower Cream:  add a little luxury to your daily shower with a creamy swirl of pampering fragrance
  3. Scentsy Body Lotion:  a beautifully scented, silky-smooth lotion containing aloe vera and shea butter
  4. Scentsy Body Butter:  super rich body butter infused with aloe vera and shea butter for a lusciously scented experience
  5. Scentsy Hand Cream:  a convenient tube of our rich aloe-vera-and-shea-butter lotion you can pack in your purse
  6. Scentsy Body Spray:  wrap yourself in a veil of fragrance; a light mist adds a perfect touch of Scentsy scent
  7. Scentsy Solid Perfume:  our most beautiful scents in fine-fragrance perfumes; each Scentsy Solid Perfume adds the perfect finishing touch to your layered scent experience                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             

     I was so excited to try the line and so Jenny gave me a shower gel to try in the Enchanted Mist scent.  Let me tell you, the smell of it alone was wonderful. Then when you actually get to use it, it is even better.  The smell lightly covers you, but not overpowering either.  You get out of the shower with your skin feeling so soft and you feel refreshed.  This bottle was free for me to try but now that I have, I will be buying another.  I also cannot wait to try the lotion, body spray and other parts of this line.  
      Yes, she did give this to me for free but did not ask me to review it here either positive or negatively.  However since I love it so much, I wanted to share it here with ya'll.
      Whether you buy from her or your own Scentsy consultant I  highly recommend that you  try the layers line.  If you are interested in buying from Jenny, online or in person, the link to her website is https://www.facebook.com/pages/Jenny-Love-Independent-Scentsy-Consultant/370442439649998  

Thanks and God bless,
Pat                                                                                                                                                                

Taking a Break to see if I want to continue

I am taking a break from here.  I am not sure if I want to continue or if my blog is another thing that is just a thing of the past.  I ...