Knocking down Walls

Life happens. And it continues to happen, whether you want it to or not. The day my dad passed away, it seemed very surreal to me to look around and see "life" still happening all around me. I wanted to shout out the window, "Hey, don't you all know my dad just died. Why are you just out there mowing your lawn?" I know that sounds weird, and it was to me, too. Weird and real all at the same time. Well, part of our lives that has continued is what comes next for my mom. She has decided to remodel the studio and move back in as her home. Last Friday, Travis, Jennifer (my sister), and I took it upon ourselves to remove a few walls. We are very good at knocking down, and not so good at putting back up. But, we did feel like we accomplished something that day. I gotta tell you, it was hard seeing those walls come down that my dad worked so hard to put up. But we know that's what had to happen to move on to the next step. Continue to pray for my mom and the rest of us as we deal with the "life" that continues to happen.

A few months ago, Travis asked me if I would be interested in going out somewhere with him that evening. I was a little skeptical. I hadn't been having the best time, then, but I was willing to go. That evening, he took me to see a preview of the movie "Fireproof". I hadn't even heard of it, but he said that it was by the same people who did "Facing the Giants" and I love that movie! Anyway, we watched it and loved it. We left there wanting to bring all of our friends! Well, tonight is opening night. Springfield is hosting it at the Campbell 16 Theaters. We are taking a group of friends, and I can't wait for them to see it! Go to http://www.fireproofthemovie.com/ to see a trailer. You will not be sorry!

Another Good Night!

Another good night! We had new kids tonight for our second night of M*A*S*H. Tonight was "A" night so we were talking about how to be an army. Our verse for army night is 2 Timothy 2:15. We are starting a study of the Armor of God and this first night was about the belt of truth. They seemed to have a great time acting out the lesson and really getting involved! The cupcakes with strawberry icing didn't hurt, either! There were a few loud moments, but nothing that didn't quickly calm down. It's just great to see the kids having a good time! Next week.....SURGICAL! Note: the pic of Alesha and all the "lies" on her pants. It's a good thing she was wearing her "Belt of Truth"!

And So it Begins....

I just finished watching the season premiere of Heroes. I love that show! We have been watching it since it began, and it is so addicting! Sometimes I like it better when there is nothing on TV that I want to watch because I will just find something better to do. But, if the rest of the season was as good as the first episode, I know where I will be every Monday at 8pm....or at least taping them! If you haven't had a chance to catch any, just go to http://www.nbc.com/ and they have full episodes on there! Enjoy!

HELP!

Help!!! My 11yr old son just asked me why we (the church) sacrifice what is right in order to save the opinions of people. I KNOW what the answer is...kinda, but aren't there some gray lines. Like not hurting people, saving face with the wiser, dedicated parishoners, or maybe there is a cut dry answer??? Help! It seems like he is really questioning some things about the church and its function. Some input, please!!!

Let Me Have Your Lunch

I was listening to the radio this past week and I heard a woman speaking. She was on Focus on the Family, and I didn't catch the beginning, so I don't know her name. Well, she was telling about the story of the boy and the 2 loaves and 3 fish. She went on to talk about the boy's reaction to the Lord's request. He could have easily said that this was HIS lunch and not about to give it up. (She also pointed out that this was a poor boy's lunch because barley was a poor man's bread). Well, we all know what the boy did. He gave up his lunch. She went on to talk about how we go to God and wonder how things are going to get done, what should we do, how can we fix this. And God responds, "Give me your lunch." We tend to rely on our own abilities and resources when all God wants is our lunch. The boy that day wasn't ABLE, he was AVAILABLE. If we are going to expect God-sized things in our life, we need to turn our lunch over to the one who fed the thousands.

Flooding from Hurrican Ike

Just a few pictures that I found on the KY3 website from the recent Hurricane Ike effects. Can you believe that it can reach all the way up here??? These are at the park in Ozark.