This week was my last to work at my housekeeping job.
A couple of days ago, I experienced a very low tire. PTL-there was a roofing nail in the tire that definately could have caused problems. What a relief! My brother-in-law reminded me to verify that the timing belt is up-to-date-one of those "man-things" that women who are not mechanics need to be reminded about. This morning I go to the doctors office for last minute checking of blood pressure, cholesterol, etc. Something that was not requested previously. (maybe they did not think I would really go?)
Last summer I found an "American-style" bike in a yard sale. The type with foot brakes and handles like a longhorn steer that are not commercially available anymore. Anyway, I took it to a shop to have a new seat put on, and purchased a car carrier,helmet, and locking security cord. When I got the bike home (without trying it in the shop) it was too high! That was a shock-I did not know it was possible.
Long story short, the dealer lowered the seat by rearranging the way it was put together. Now I can seat myself without tipping over, but have to stand on my tip-toes to do so. I am really disappointed, and have asked the Lord for an alternative: if I find someone who could use it comfortably, I would sell it for value (cost-plus-seat).
Thursday, March 26, 2009
Thursday, March 12, 2009
a book about the gulf coast
Hi folks!
Most of the books about Katrina which I have seen talk about New Orleans with a possible passing reference to the gulf states. I have seen a few mostly-picture books about the gulf states, but have finally found one that tells true experience stories, with a passing reference to N.O.
Katrina and the forgotten gulf states by Betty Flambon is written from Diamondhead, near Waveland MS where I will be. c2006 Betty Flambon Dogear Publishing, carried by Amazon.
This week, I have been sick a couple of days. Tomorrow Rebecca will be in Pittsburgh with her sister, and I will go for the weekend. We will celebrate Jason's and Miriam's birthdays, which are the same day.
Then back home for serious packing.
Most of the books about Katrina which I have seen talk about New Orleans with a possible passing reference to the gulf states. I have seen a few mostly-picture books about the gulf states, but have finally found one that tells true experience stories, with a passing reference to N.O.
Katrina and the forgotten gulf states by Betty Flambon is written from Diamondhead, near Waveland MS where I will be. c2006 Betty Flambon Dogear Publishing, carried by Amazon.
This week, I have been sick a couple of days. Tomorrow Rebecca will be in Pittsburgh with her sister, and I will go for the weekend. We will celebrate Jason's and Miriam's birthdays, which are the same day.
Then back home for serious packing.
Sunday, March 8, 2009
getting ready
Hi folks
My living area is covered with things that have been pulled out and have not made boxes yet.
My patient teacher has taught me how to use my blog, which has been set up about 2 weeks.
I have turned in my notice, made appointments to have the car checked and my teeth cleaned (not at the same place: ha ha)
The car has been cleaned out during the out-of-season warm weather, and we actually had a cookout! (To remind me what I will be missing this summer, no doubt. I thank the Lord for that opportunity-surely He arranged the weather for me!)
This weekend will be spent in Pittsburgh with both of my girls and their families. Then there will be some serious packing!
My living area is covered with things that have been pulled out and have not made boxes yet.
My patient teacher has taught me how to use my blog, which has been set up about 2 weeks.
I have turned in my notice, made appointments to have the car checked and my teeth cleaned (not at the same place: ha ha)
The car has been cleaned out during the out-of-season warm weather, and we actually had a cookout! (To remind me what I will be missing this summer, no doubt. I thank the Lord for that opportunity-surely He arranged the weather for me!)
This weekend will be spent in Pittsburgh with both of my girls and their families. Then there will be some serious packing!
My participation in 2008
The trip to Waveland with Whipple Heights in March of 2008 was God’s way of exposing me to a ministry which I enjoyed, and in which I could participate.
In the Thrift Shop, two other girls and myself set about organizing the merchandise. As we walked in, things were haphazardly arranged or sitting on the floor in boxes. When we left, the clothes were sorted into men’s, women’s and children’s, the book collection had expanded from one bookcase to three by unpacking boxes and bags, and dish sets had begun to sell, because now they were set up together as identifiable sets, rather than just being haphazardly placed on a table or left in a box. We were told no one had ever attempted this organization before.
Toward the end of the week, Dave said he did not need three of us. Because the other girls were from the same church, I moved on to experience working in construction.
The trip to Waveland with Whipple Heights in March of 2008 was God’s way of exposing me to a ministry which I enjoyed, and in which I could participate.
In the Thrift Shop, two other girls and myself set about organizing the merchandise. As we walked in, things were haphazardly arranged or sitting on the floor in boxes. When we left, the clothes were sorted into men’s, women’s and children’s, the book collection had expanded from one bookcase to three by unpacking boxes and bags, and dish sets had begun to sell, because now they were set up together as identifiable sets, rather than just being haphazardly placed on a table or left in a box. We were told no one had ever attempted this organization before.
Toward the end of the week, Dave said he did not need three of us. Because the other girls were from the same church, I moved on to experience working in construction.
Judy Love’s Statement of burden
As I left Waveland last year, my desire to stay was overwhelming. Even with the ten year projection, not knowing any details, the Lord was telling me there are things I can do: I want to be involved. My burden revolves around the Thrift Shop. Each update adds to my excitement!
As a volunteer in the thrift shop, I will be Jesus’ hands and feet by greeting the folks in the shop, asking about their lives, finding out how I can pray for them-even putting them on a prayer list that will be handy, then praying for them. Personal contact will be maintained by asking them to return to give me an update on how they are doing. .
I know that I am being called to this ministry, and that the Holy Spirit brings those with spiritual needs, as well as the obvious tangible needs. Maybe the Lord would open the door to a one-on-one Bible study with some of the customers. I am anxiously waiting to see how God will use me to bring glory and honor to His name!
As I left Waveland last year, my desire to stay was overwhelming. Even with the ten year projection, not knowing any details, the Lord was telling me there are things I can do: I want to be involved. My burden revolves around the Thrift Shop. Each update adds to my excitement!
As a volunteer in the thrift shop, I will be Jesus’ hands and feet by greeting the folks in the shop, asking about their lives, finding out how I can pray for them-even putting them on a prayer list that will be handy, then praying for them. Personal contact will be maintained by asking them to return to give me an update on how they are doing. .
I know that I am being called to this ministry, and that the Holy Spirit brings those with spiritual needs, as well as the obvious tangible needs. Maybe the Lord would open the door to a one-on-one Bible study with some of the customers. I am anxiously waiting to see how God will use me to bring glory and honor to His name!
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