I got a call this morning to be at the dentist office at 10am, and I want to remember what the Lord did for me today! I was nervous about going to have a tooth pulled. I found a scripture I quoted throughout the whole procedure and thought I would share:
"Do not be afraid or discouraged for the Lord will personally go ahead of you. He will be with you. He will neither fail you or abandon you." Deuteronomy 31:8
It was extremely comforting to know that God had already gone into that dentist office ahead of me, and He was with me the entire time. I felt his presence in that room. I also woke up this morning singing a song the choir performed at Christmas- "Still the Lamb of God" which tells about how Jesus is still the lamb, still saving, still redeeming, and still loving!
Dr. Bourns is a WONDERFUL dentist- one whom I would use anytime. It was a great experience, and one that I needed to build my confidence in dentists again.
For now, I get the stitches out in 3 weeks. Then in 3 months get an implant. I'm encouraged and at peace- but also about to go lay down so the pain medicine can work. Thank you Lord for loving me and being there for me always!
Tuesday, December 28, 2010
Monday, December 27, 2010
Christmas 2010
Christmas Eve 2010- Luke and I had a party for his Mom's side of the family. We fixed Baked Spaghetti, Corn, Green Beans, Bread, Fudge, Cake Balls, Chocolate Chip Cookies, and a Carmel Apple Cheeseball- it was a feast! We had a great time visiting and opening packages.
Oh Christmas Tree, Oh Christmas Tree
Pam and Marion
Alan, Luke, Brenda, Me
Brenda and Me
Me and the hubby
The Guys: Marion, Mike, Shaun, Luke, Alan
The Girls: Kelly, Pam, Taylor, Brenda, Me
Love this pic! Taylor, Kelly, Mike, Shaun
After the party Luke and I headed to our annual Christmas Eve Service at church. I love the candles at the end!
Then of course keeping with tradition we had dinner at the House of Waffles!
Reed, Luke, Dad
Me & Mom
Christmas Day 2010- Luke and I opened our presents later this year then normal- 7am! We had a great Christmas together. I somehow didn't get a pic of the outside dogs- they were anxious to go outside....but I did get some of Madison and the cats.
Me and my old girl- Madison
Alyeska
Our bedroom Christmas tree
I got roving- going to try my hand at spinning my own yarn!
A Speaker City Shirt- what Luke has always wanted- it's an inside joke for us!
George and Luke
Christmas 2010 at Mom and Dad's- Mom made an awesome breakfast of Sticky Buns, Eggs, and Ham Biscuits (thanks Martha Sue for the recipe). We ate til we were stuffed, and then it was time for presents. Afterward we ate yet again on a Mexican feast- Fajitas with all the fixings. It was a great way to celebrate Jesus' Birthday!!!
Mom and Dad's tree
Sadie Rose
Dad with his framed crocheting from my Great Aunt Beth....that is priceless!!!!
Luke sporting some new Starbucks Christmas Blend Coffee
Me and Chris with our Christmas Tradition- Chocolate Orange- that stuff is good!!!
Mom and me holding up the blanket I made them- 7 months worth of work and she loved it!
Mom and her new Paula Deen cookware- it is awesome stuff!!!!
Merry Christmas and Happy Birthday Jesus!!!
Oh Christmas Tree, Oh Christmas Tree
Pam and Marion
Alan, Luke, Brenda, Me
Brenda and Me
Me and the hubby
The Guys: Marion, Mike, Shaun, Luke, Alan
The Girls: Kelly, Pam, Taylor, Brenda, Me
Love this pic! Taylor, Kelly, Mike, Shaun
After the party Luke and I headed to our annual Christmas Eve Service at church. I love the candles at the end!
Then of course keeping with tradition we had dinner at the House of Waffles!
Reed, Luke, Dad
Me & Mom
Christmas Day 2010- Luke and I opened our presents later this year then normal- 7am! We had a great Christmas together. I somehow didn't get a pic of the outside dogs- they were anxious to go outside....but I did get some of Madison and the cats.
Me and my old girl- Madison
Alyeska
Our bedroom Christmas tree
I got roving- going to try my hand at spinning my own yarn!
A Speaker City Shirt- what Luke has always wanted- it's an inside joke for us!
George and Luke
Christmas 2010 at Mom and Dad's- Mom made an awesome breakfast of Sticky Buns, Eggs, and Ham Biscuits (thanks Martha Sue for the recipe). We ate til we were stuffed, and then it was time for presents. Afterward we ate yet again on a Mexican feast- Fajitas with all the fixings. It was a great way to celebrate Jesus' Birthday!!!
Mom and Dad's tree
Sadie Rose
Dad with his framed crocheting from my Great Aunt Beth....that is priceless!!!!
Luke sporting some new Starbucks Christmas Blend Coffee
Me and Chris with our Christmas Tradition- Chocolate Orange- that stuff is good!!!
Mom and me holding up the blanket I made them- 7 months worth of work and she loved it!
Mom and her new Paula Deen cookware- it is awesome stuff!!!!
Merry Christmas and Happy Birthday Jesus!!!
Thursday, December 23, 2010
Tooth Drama
Well yesterday I visited with an endodontist here in town. After breaking down in tears in front of him (I was so embarrassed!!!) he was very nice. My other experience with an endodontist was awful!!!! I don't stay numb in the dentist chair for very long and the other endodontist I went to didn't take that into account- and I felt the whole stinkin' thing! This new guy was completely understanding and took the time to really talk things out with me. I felt sorry for the poor hygienist- she freaked when she took my blood pressure- 153/100- but hey I was nervous and really didn't want to be in there!! I don't think she understood my anxiety!!
So anyhow, this Dr. decided that a root canal wasn't the way to go. I have Cracked Tooth Syndrome and will need to have this tooth pulled. Then, I will either get a bridge or an implant. Sounds like fun huh!! The good news is for right now I'm in no pain and hopefully can get into my regular dentist next week.
I told Luke last night, having a tooth pulled for me feels like an F on a report card. I mean this is a tooth I actually need (of course it's in the back, but still). I floss and brush regularly and it makes me feel like a failure to have one pulled. Oh well, such is life...especially when you were 3 1/2 months premature- your teeth just are plain bad!!!
For now, I'll be thankful I have teeth, have found an endodontist in town that I completely trust, and have a dentist who will take care of me. That is truly something to be thankful for! So for now, the tooth drama continues!
So anyhow, this Dr. decided that a root canal wasn't the way to go. I have Cracked Tooth Syndrome and will need to have this tooth pulled. Then, I will either get a bridge or an implant. Sounds like fun huh!! The good news is for right now I'm in no pain and hopefully can get into my regular dentist next week.
I told Luke last night, having a tooth pulled for me feels like an F on a report card. I mean this is a tooth I actually need (of course it's in the back, but still). I floss and brush regularly and it makes me feel like a failure to have one pulled. Oh well, such is life...especially when you were 3 1/2 months premature- your teeth just are plain bad!!!
For now, I'll be thankful I have teeth, have found an endodontist in town that I completely trust, and have a dentist who will take care of me. That is truly something to be thankful for! So for now, the tooth drama continues!
Wednesday, December 22, 2010
Her DBD's
Yesterday Lily, Christylee, and I got together for a Christmas brunch. We met at Ihop. Christylee and I both had their Pumpkin Pancakes- WOW they are so good! Lily had a good time coloring in the coloring book I brought- then it was time for presents. She was so thrilled and even gasped when she opened our gift, "Look Mom, I got DBD's!" is what she said. She was thrilled with the Veggie Tales from her Aunt Melissa. She wouldn't even let go of them to get in the car! What a sweetheart she is. I was glad to spoil her with some DBD's! 8) I was only sad I forgot to get a picture of me and Lily- oh well!
Tuesday, December 21, 2010
Christmas Ornaments
I decided to do a breakdown of some of my favorite ornaments for a scrapbook page- so enjoy!
December 2002- I surprised Luke and decorated a Christmas tree in his teeny tiny apartment. This was one of the ornaments on the tree.
Luke brought this home to me this year after his work trip to San Fransisco.
The little church in Silver Dollar City- I always wanted to get married there!
Of course everyone needs a lobster knitting- this one makes me smile! Thanks Mom!
Little House on the Prairie- love Laura Ingalls Wilder!
Our ornament from Skagway, Alaska- where we honeymooned!
Granny Rennick made this ornament- I just love it!
The Arabia Steamboat- we visited this summer with Uncle George and Aunt Linda
Our 1st Christmas Together 2003
My sweet Grandma made this. I still smell it every year- and it still smells like her house....I sure do miss her, but this way I feel like she's here at Christmas in our home!
Little Snoopy's footprint
Gosh I hate this movie, but Luke absolutely loves it!!!
Stormy's footprint
My old MadisonMurphy's footprint
BeetleJuice's footprint
Samson's footprint
An ornament from my Senior trip to Texas- where I can still remember Jennifer Campbell saying, "Oh so THIS is Houston!...meaning Houston we have a problem!"
Granny Rennick also made this ornament out of yo- yo's. It's a favorite of mine!
This was one of the ornaments I decorated Luke's tree with at his apartment as a surprise...it always makes me smile!
December 2002- I surprised Luke and decorated a Christmas tree in his teeny tiny apartment. This was one of the ornaments on the tree.
Luke brought this home to me this year after his work trip to San Fransisco.
The little church in Silver Dollar City- I always wanted to get married there!
Of course everyone needs a lobster knitting- this one makes me smile! Thanks Mom!
Little House on the Prairie- love Laura Ingalls Wilder!
Our ornament from Skagway, Alaska- where we honeymooned!
Granny Rennick made this ornament- I just love it!
The Arabia Steamboat- we visited this summer with Uncle George and Aunt Linda
Our 1st Christmas Together 2003
My sweet Grandma made this. I still smell it every year- and it still smells like her house....I sure do miss her, but this way I feel like she's here at Christmas in our home!
Little Snoopy's footprint
Gosh I hate this movie, but Luke absolutely loves it!!!
Stormy's footprint
My old MadisonMurphy's footprint
BeetleJuice's footprint
Samson's footprint
An ornament from my Senior trip to Texas- where I can still remember Jennifer Campbell saying, "Oh so THIS is Houston!...meaning Houston we have a problem!"
Granny Rennick also made this ornament out of yo- yo's. It's a favorite of mine!
This was one of the ornaments I decorated Luke's tree with at his apartment as a surprise...it always makes me smile!
Monday, December 20, 2010
Arkansas State Capital
Luke and I went out the other night on a date to look at Christmas lights. We ate dinner at Buffalo Grill and then headed downtown. We decided to check out the inside of the capital. It was really pretty and of course, we couldn't pass up a picture or two. We ended the night with ice cream at Sonic...it was a perfect Christmas date!
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