Fall into Reading 2010

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These are the books I would like to read.
 

I will carry you: The sacred Dance of Grief & Joy

 When a woman lets go of her fears

   The 10 Best Decisions a couple can make

  Becoming the woman of his dreams

    Choosing God's best

Tender mercy for a mother's soul

I also have a goal of reading to my kids at least 20 minutes a night. This is something that when I first became a mother, I always wanted to do. But I've strayed so far from that. I want to get back into the swing of things and begin reading to them again.

Six Word Saturday

You can get an idea of how this post works here.

But for mine, my life today revolves around these six words.

:::I'm.So.Tired.Of.Crazy.Drama!!!!:::

I'm not going to elaborate, some people might get the wrong idea...some might get the RIGHT idea...but those are my thoughts on Six Word Saturday!!!

  

The Mayonaise Jar

I picked this up from Casondra's blog. It is definitely worth the read!!

When things in your life seem, almost too much to handle,
When 24 Hours in a day is not enough,
Remember the mayonnaise jar and 2 cups of coffee.

A professor stood before his philosophy class

And had some items in front of him.
When the class began, wordlessly,
He picked up a very large and empty mayonnaise jar
And proceeded to fill it with golf balls.

He then asked the students if the jar was full.

They agreed that it was.

The professor then picked up a box of pebbles and poured
them into the jar. He shook the jar lightly.
The pebbles rolled into the open Areas between the golf balls.
He then asked the students again
If the jar was full.. 


They agreed it was.

The professor next picked up a box of sand

And poured it into the jar. Of course, the sand filled up everything else.
He asked once more if the jar was full. The students responded with an unanimous 'yes.'

The professor then produced Two cups of coffee from under the table
And poured the entire contents Into the jar, effectively
Filling the Empty space between the sand.

The students laughed.

'Now,' said the professor, As the laughter subsided,
'I want you to recognize that this jar represents your life.
The golf balls are the important things - God, family,
children, health, Friends, and Favorite passions –

Things that if everything else was lost

And only they remained, Your life would still be full.
The pebbles are the other things that matter Like your job, house, and car.

The sand is everything else --
The small stuff.

'If you put the sand into the jar first,' He continued,
'there is no room for The pebbles or the golf balls.
The same goes for life.
If you spend all your time And energy on the small stuff,
You will never have room for The things that are
Important to you.

So...

Pay attention to the things That are critical to your happiness.
Play With your children.
Take time to get medical checkups.
Take your partner out to dinner.
There will always be time
To clean the house and fix the disposal.

'Take care of the golf balls first --
The things that really matter.
Set your priorities. The rest is just sand.'

One of the students raised her hand
And inquired what the coffee represented.

The professor smiled.
'I'm glad you asked'.

It just goes to show you that no matter how full your life may seem,
there's always room for a couple of cups of coffee with a friend.

Fridays Fave Five

Let's jump right in to this on this early Friday morning, shall we? Five of my favorite things this week include the following...

1. Reality-a lot of times, I don't like getting back to reality. There are so many horrible things going on this is great big world. And with that brings so many negative feelings and thoughts and actions in so many people. But let's focus on the positive and remember the wonderful little gifts and blessing that God puts in our lives each day. We don't always see them...sometimes they are in disguise. [A lot of times] But boy when you remove whatever the blinders may be, isn't it amazing what you can see?!?!?! I'm thankful for reality especially this week because I have been neglecting to give to my kids the time that they deserve. This week, however, I have gotten back on track. :) Wooohooo! Go me!!

2. My Camera-although, in desperate need of a new one, I'm so grateful that I have a camera to capture all of the wonderful moments and steps that my family is privileged to share together. Even our cell phones are equipped with them! Technology sure is a good thing!

3. The simple things in life {Yes, it is listed as a fav of mine this week! This is my list, after all} My kids are so happy with the little things. I am amazed at the things my kids enjoy that takes absolutely nothing to give...walking down the Halloween costume isle at Walmart-big hit last night! Learning Kainan's "letters"...really the rest of us call them the alphabet, but in this house, they belong to Kainan. :) Chats with Camden that sometimes mean absolutely nothing. :::They mean the world to her though! And if I can make her feel that then I'm happy to!:::

4. Mentors Casondra you are my #4 this week! You are one amazing woman! There are no words for the love I have for you. I value the friendship that we have been able to build and keep over the years. Who woulda thought one little retail store could bring two people together so wonderfully? {By the way, I heard rumor that they were coming back to Jasper!!} You are a wonderful mother, wife, friend, sister, cook, housekeeper....and you give wholeheartedly in everything you do! You have been through so much within your family both physically & spiritually. I adore your ability to remain so devoted to The Lord. NO.MATTER.WHAT! ♥

5. Christian radio-Music that is so uplifting and heartwarming. Michael W. Smith and Steven Curtis Chapman can get me through any day. May not be done without tears, but it [Life] is put into perspective. Makes not only my eyes, but my heart see things I may not have otherwise looked at wholly.

Isaiah 43:2-3

As I've previously posted, a dear friend was recently diagnosed with breast cancer. This lady is one of the strongest women I know! I adore her. Her surgery was today. If you're reading this, please stop to say a short prayer for her. Pray that The Lord give the doctors guidance and direction. I also ask that she be given strength and courage to recover quickly. Thanks to all for the prayers!!

Isaiah 43:2-3 reads:

2 When you pass through the waters,
I will be with you;
and when you pass through the rivers,
they will not sweep over you.
When you walk through the fire,
you will not be burned;
the flames will not set you ablaze.

3 For I am the LORD, your God,
the Holy One of Israel, your Savior;
I give Egypt for your ransom,
Cush [a] and Seba in your stead.

Feelin' a little foggy

My oh my, it's foggy out there today! But so beautiful! Check out the pics I snapped on my way home from dropping Camden off at the bus.

Thursdays 10-DVR list

Thursdays ten this week is one of my favorite things: The things that are set to my DVR series recordings. Have I mentioned yet that I'm a reality TV junkie? ;)

1. Jersey Shore



2. Teen Mom



3. Dancing with the Stars



4. 19 Kids & Counting



5. Eureka



6. Extreme Makeover Home Edition



7. Hellcats



8. LA Ink



9. Mythbusters



10. iCarly



I hope you'll join me in submitting yours! You can link to Lora's page here!