We had so much fun yesterday! It was a long drive, but it was so worth it! We left at 10:30am and headed to Virginia Beach. We got to my sister's house at 1:30 and picked up Marie and AJ and headed to the beach. James and Marie had so much fun, they stayed in the waves for 3 hours! AJ met some of the World Changers from our church and played football with them. The World Changers arrived around 3:00. It was so good to see Sarah, but boy did she look tired. She spent the afternoon walking around on the boardwalk. Meredith and I enjoyed watching the kids play, and Meredith helped to care for Solomon (Pastor Dave's son). She was to make sure he was safe. He got in the water and a wave wiped him out, and as she was picking up a huge wave came and got her soaked. It was hilarious because she didn't want to get wet. After we left the beach, we went to my sister's and had hamburgers, hot dogs and watermelon. Thanks Kim! We also played bowling on the Wii, we have to get one! Anyway, we got back home at 11:30 to find Allen burning up with a fever. He and I both feel like it was food poisoning. He's feeling a lot better today, and I'm sunburned! I put sunscreen on twice yesterday, and still got burnt. That's ok it was worth it! Sarah's coming home Saturday and I bet she'll sleep for 2 days. Not much else is going on. Looking forward to another day!
Well, it's day 2 of my blog. I had a good day yesterday, and so far so good today! Sarah is having a blast in Norfolk, and I'm looking forward to seeing her tomorrow. I'll also be visiting my sister and niece and nephew. We had good news here! Springbranch has scheduled to see Allen preach on July 13. Yea! After this it will be time to preach for the church. I'm so excited as I watch the events unfold. Of course, Allen is already preparing his message. I did walk and go play tennis yesterday and ate what I had planned. Today, I only had a banana and a small popcorn (I took James to the Free Movies) for breakfast, chicken, potato salad, and green beans for lunch. I've already had some sugar-free ice cream this afternoon. I plan on walking or tennis tonight too! I'm doing some work here in the house, so today's blog is not long! I will make a short comment on my Bible Study today. This study I believe is showing me so many things about my past, but also preparing me for my future. Today it was about loving your enemies. I need to remember to bless those who curse me, and do good to those who hate me. That is one hard lesson, but to become like Christ that is one I need to learn. I always want to get even, or carry a grudge, and that is sin. Christ has done so much for me and I am so blessed! Anyway, I keep learning and I'll keep trying, and praying!
Well, I decided to write a blog today. I'm usually no good at journaling, but I thought I'd give this a try. There's a lot going on right now, and the Lord is really working so I thought I'd write it down.
First of all, I'm going to journal as a way of accountability to myself with my food and exercise choices. I'm not going to diet, but I am going to live a healthier life. My goal is to get healthy and get off of high blood pressure medicine (losing weight will be great too). Anyway, I've put it in the Lord's hands and I know He'll help me everyday.
I'm also going to share what God is doing in my life personally. I'm currently studying "Jesus the One and Only" by Beth Moore. It has been great! Jesus is so awesome and I'm learning how much He was tempted, tried, and tested, and how HE overcame. It is really been a great inspiration to realize there is nothing new, and I can expect just as many trials as Christ! I should not dare think that I am better than He. If he was tried, and persecuted, then I too should be, if I'm following Him. We've been through so much as a Pastor's family, but I'm willing to endure more. I'll try each day to put a tidbit of what I've learned in the blog.
I have 3 wonderful children, Meredith, Sarah, and James. Sarah is currently on a World Changer's trip and is devotion leader in her group. This is a great opportunity for her to share God's love with others and to deepen her walk with Christ. Meredith and I will be leaving in 3 weeks for Canada for World Changers. We are so excited! I hope to find a way to blog while I'm away.
Right now, we're seeking God's will and path. My pastor hubby is currently in seminary and we are in the middle of talks with a church. It will be a great opportunity, not that I'm looking forward to moving, but to get back into a church will be wonderful. This church seems to be on fire and willing and able to grow, which is the desire of our hearts (to lead and disciple a healthy growing church). We're waiting to hear from them as to their next step. I'm leading Trackside Praises for our church's VBS, last night was our first night, and it was much better than I had anticipated. It's a different format than I am used to, but despite not having enough time, it did go well. James had fun!
Well, my health plan for today is: Eggs for breakfast, Pasta (Dreamfield's) and beef for lunch, an apple or grapes for snack, and chicken, green beans, and potato salad for supper. Something light and sugar-free for dessert. Allen and I will also be going to play tennis!
