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Whirwind Week

I cannot believe that it is all done and over. I could probably sleep a few more hours.....maybe a nap today.

I went to ICE at Gaylord Palms all day Sat. I took Kaelyn ice skating. About broke my back. By the time we left, it was a 2-2 1/2 hour wait to go in. Not worth that!

Christmas Eve, my family came over for dinner. We played TV Scene it? Hung out and had a good time. My grandmother and her husband spent the night, my mom and I slept in the guest bed, and Jeff slept on the couch.

We woke up and watched the kids open their presents. Kaelyn was so excited she got her Dora scooter. Heath got a basket ball hoop. The present were opened and everywhere in 30 min.

Jeff got a Wii. It is fun to watch him play baseball. He yells at it and moves like a maniac. He got so hot, he had to take his shirt off. This Wii seems like to much exercise.

We drove to Melbourne and filled the car with presents from my in-laws. Played with the cousins for a few hours, then drove back to Orlando. We stopped at my sisters for an hour and had prime rib.....YUM!

So now I am left with a mess, that will take me a good day to clean. Glad I got rid of some toys before Christmas!

I am so thankful for family and friends this holiday season. I love you all and look forward to 2008!

PS-Thanks Amanda for the robe, I have been snuggling with it on the couch.

Christmas

I am not going to be seriously blogging this holiday season, but I will post pics of what I am up to!
Yesterday we spent the day at Epcot! Got to hear Kirk Cameron tell the Christmas Story.

If I Could.......

connect Blogger to my brain, you would be entertained!

I wish I could remember what I was going to blog about, so I'll bullet a few thoughts:

• I saw on TV where the church in Lady Lake is breaking ground. A member talked about how it ended up being a positive thing, because they were able to spread out in the community and interact with the community. It forced them to go outside their church walls.
• This makes me think of the security I held on to at Parkway. I was comfortable. Bring them to me. Maybe I'll do visitation. Trust me, most strangers hate it! I hated it when I was in Sarasota. I need to know you a little better before I let you in my house.
• I love C3 and the fact that we are community focused.
  
• How much wasted energy on programs at church that are self rewarding. I promise you, no one met Christ the night of my Handbell Concert!
• I wonder if I carry around the Jesus doll, if I would be less likely to sin. Imagine sitting Jesus down next to you, while you surf the Internet for Porn. You would think twice!
  
• I am going to see ICE at Gaylord Palms, can't wait to ice skate!
• I have a family party tonight, so I must go get ready....lots to do!!
  

Stinky Snakes

Jeff saw a snake go in our hallway closet. After 20 min. of debate on how to get rid of it, he finally killed it with the BB gun. I feel violated!

Thoughts?

On talking Jesus.....

Talking Jesus Messenger of Faith

• This colorful and richly detailed talking figure brings the New Testament to life with a Jesus character that kids can play with and move • God’s only son, Jesus helped people by teaching them God’s lessons, healing them and performing miracles • The Biblical character comes with a vibrant mini storybook that kids may follow and use to recreate the tales • A delightful "action figure" and fully interactive way for children to learn and participate in religious education • For ages 3 yrs. and up • Batteries Included See Features and Additional Info for more details. • You may return this item to any Target store. • Catalog # : 10652592 ASIN: B000U68ZD8 DPCI: 242-06-2345 • Item can be gift wrapped. • Imported • Holiday Shipping Info • Shipping & Delivery Information • Estimated Ship Dimensions : 12.9 inches length x 6.5 inches width x 3.3 inches height • Estimated Ship weight: 0.95 pound

Finally Did the Christmas Cards!

This is just a peek at the card.

Can't believe the weekend as come to an end and my house is still messy. I did clean Kaelyn's room, it is the easiest.

I just watched a funny movie and laughed until I had tears coming out my eyes.

I dragged my Christmas lights down the street. They still work. It is a Christmas Miracle.

Went to two Christmas Parties. I had the most fun Friday night.

I am going to regret not going to be earlier.

Oh, well nap for me!!

Thought on Thursday

Mean people suck!

I love broccoli cheddar soap!

Polka Dot(ask me in person)

I sat in a lazy boy at BJ's and thought I needed one.

It is to hot to be December.

I want to go see August Rush.

I love when my children go to bed quietly

I bought them McDonald's for dinner and I ate two hamburgers.....size 12 here I come!!!

I love taking 5 min to fix my hair. Short is awesome.

Some one's Christmas present arrived. Thank Goodness.

I have sod envy. The neighbor got new grass.

When I go back to work...I am going to pay for the hotel for our girl's trip. We will go!! to New York or Chicago!!

I am done, Good Night!!

Midweek Madness

I decided to wrap presents and put them under the tree. Mostly, to not be overwhelmed when Christmas comes. Heath has already opened three. Thanks goodness he was just into the unwrapping part. He didn't care about the content.

I have also decided, I have no skill when it comes to wrapping. I think you must need a degree in origami!

I got to spend an hour in IKEA Tuesday! Bought a side table for $12.99.

Jeff and I have it worked out to go to Tennessee for the Bowl game. My dad is going to meet us. I can't wait. I haven't been to one game all season. I sacrificed so Jeff could go and I watched the kids. Just Kidding!!

I love our C3 Christmas Project this year. I have heard some amazing stories. Even people matching the money! That is awesome!! I think it is great people where given the opportunity to share, even if it wasn't their money. It teaches an important lesson in giving, and may encourage that person to do it more often. Sometimes it is scary stepping out of the box. I know I need a push sometimes! And even though it is hard to sometimes give out of my own pocket....I have really been encouraged. I know I have so much more to give.

Watered Down?

ell No!

Sunday was one of the best messages I have heard. Although I think that every Sunday. OK, I sound like a brown-noser. But.....I love C3!

It was a very convicting message about fear. It is funny, I remember hearing the story of Esther in Sunday School......but did not remember it the way I should.

This woman, born of no social status, becomes Queen. She then puts her life in danger, to help her people not be exterminated! Read Esther!!!

I think of my fears and insecurities. Life is to short and to many people don't know Christ. How do I over come it. Practice, Practice! If you never try, you'll never get good at it.

Would I risk my life for Christ or other's? I can say yes to puff myself up, but the cold hard truth is I do not have the guts like Esther. She risked her life for her people and I am to afraid to witness to people I know I should. And I won't even get my head chopped off for sharing. Maybe just laughed at!

VERY CONVICTING.........I MUST REFLECT AND TAKE ACTION!!!!!