We did it!!!

The Lord and I that is! I have had a tooth bothering me for a couple of days and was really dreading going to the dentist. I have had TONS of work done throughout my 28 years- many thanks to Mom and Dad- and haven't had a problem. That is, until my previous dentist yelled at me in the chair. It literally scarred me and I have been dreading getting work done for about 3 years now.

Thankfully the Lord sent me to a wonderful, quiet, kind dentist here in Benton. Luke and I just love him. For several years I haven't needed any work- which was great for me! Yesterday, I went in to have him look at my tooth and he decided that huge old filling needed a crown. After reminding him that I don't stay numb long in the chair, he cleared the office and worked only on me.

During that time, I was reminded of all the things we have been studying in Beth Moore's study of Revelation. I kept thinking about how there will come a time I won't have to have pain, or be scared, or go to the dentist at all! I literally felt Jesus sitting right there with me in that chair, and I did fine! I was so proud of myself, and even gave Jesus a little applause when I got in the car.

Today my mouth is REALLY sore, but I can give God the glory as I'm no longer terrified to sit in the dentist chair. Do I enjoy it? No, not really, but with Jesus' help anything is possible!

My Day with Lily

I was able to finally spend a few hours with Lily yesterday. We had a blast! I picked her up and we rode to the house, all the while talking about colors and singing songs- The Itsy Bitsy Spider was one of her favorites. We got to the house where she loved all the Christmas decorations. After a small surprise art project, we looked around the house at all the pictures, her scrapbook, and the Christmas trees. She loved touching the gingerbread men!

After that we headed to the park. We sang in the car Jesus loves me, The Wheels on the Bus, Barney's theme, and once again the Itsy Bitsy Spider. She would say over and over in the car, "Hey Wissa." and I'd say, "What Lily" then it would start all over again. She even would say, "Love you Wissa," which I would just melt right there!

Once we got to the park it was all about the slides- which have MAJOR static in the winter....wow! We even took some time on the swings. After all that, we had fun looking for acorns and sticks.

It was a fun day- one I can't wait to repeat...and find more fun stuff for us to do!

Mentoring

Today I went and mentored my little person. This new year and new girl has been totally different for me! I was so attached to my other little person that I didn't know how this year would go. Well, today I found out. I went to Hastings last week on the lookout for something age appropriate for my little girl. I found Anne of Green Gables for .99 cents! I took it to her today, and even though we struggled on some of the words, I think she is hooked.

I'm finding out more about her each week. Somehow, I think I'll be just as attached to her as my other little girl. It's great volunteering and doing something you know helps someone else! And to know she's excited about reading Anne of Green Gables makes it an even added bonus!

Long Time, No blog at all!!!!

I have been behind in my blogging- I'm thinking mainly because I can keep up with everyone on Facebook- but never mind that, this is where I do all my journaling for my scrapbooks, so I MUST keep up on here from time to time. This will be a long post- so enjoy!!!

Friday, October 15th 2010 Silver Dollar City

Craft Fest in full bloom- this lady was spinning Roving- I could SOOO get into this- for all you non- yarn people, she's basically making yarn before your eyes!

Fall Foilage

Me and the hubby

Fall Festival!!!

Dinner at Pizza by the Chef- our FAVE place!

Chicken Alfredo pizza- yes we ate the whole thing

Garlic Cheese Bread- and we cleaned that plate too- we were pigs!

Me

Luke

Ponca, Arkansas- our stop on the way home.


The Elk

I LOVE seeing them.

Luke and I made a quick trip to Silver Dollar City. I really wanted to see their Fall Craft Festival going on. We drove up Friday morning and came home late Friday night. There were knitting looms and weaving all over the park- I ate that up. The craft booths were really amazing- everything from knitting to woodworking to painting. We couldn't leave the park without some kettle corn to munch on the way home. After leaving SDC, we headed to the Pizza By The Chef in Hollister, MO. We LOVE to eat there, the food is wonderful. After making happy plates, we headed to Ponca, AR to see the Elk. We were driving fast to get there before sunset- and we did. I just love watching them. We're hoping to go back up this winter sometime to see them...maybe spend a weekend- it would be worth it for sure!

10.19.10 Nick's 30th Surprise Party

A Cheese Dip Burger and Honey BBQ Burger from Buffalo Wild Wings

Nick and Timmons- it's blurry!

Nick sporting his new Star Trek Lamp

I told Joe to make me look skinny- so what did Luke do- stuck his head into the camera to achieve that look- it worked, but he looks retarded! ha.

We surprised Nick with a little party at Buffalo Wild Wings. Luke and I had never been there before, and it was GOOD! Nick, Joe, Timmons, her friend, Luke, and me were all in attendance. It was a good time. Happy 30th birthday Nick!

10.20.10 Bible Study Trip

Katherine, Adelle, Michelle, Gazel

Mom

Debbie, Pam, Sharon

Paul Michaels- need I say anymore!!!

Our purchases

We are ready to go- Adelle, Pam, Michelle, Sharon, Katherine, Mom, and Diane

Our Bible Study ladies piled in 2 cars and made the drive to Paul Michaels in Lake Village. We had a great time. Paul Michael's had their Christmas out- it was everywhere. After shopping a while we ate at the restaurant across the street. We stopped at Baskin Robbin's for ice cream on the way home. What a fun day!

Arkansas State Fair

It was a beautiful sunset last night.

Luke sporting his Gator Tater

Me & the Hubby- I have horrible posture I suppose!

The fair

Luke and Nick showing off some awesome photography! 8)

Nick sporting my cookbook, and our end of the night snack...a fair staple...the funnel cake!

Last night Luke and I went with Nick to the State Fair. It was dollar night- so we spent 1 dollar to get in and a dollar to park. We ate our usual fried fair food- Gator Taters, Corn Dogs, Dippin' Dots, and ended the night with a funnel cake. We did our usual Hall of Industry tour, Arts and Crafts, and a few animals- meaning we didn't see very many. It was fun and I'm sure we'll do it again next year!

Hot Springs Craft Show

Mom with her lunch.

Berta, Katherine, Michelle, and Adelle showing off their lunches!

Mom and I had the Orange Cranberry Chicken Salad...it was yummy!

Our lunch place- the desserts looked heavenly!

Our group enjoying the Hot Springs EHC Donuts- they are a MUST every time we go!!!

Betty Oliver & Mom- an old time friend

Mom, Berta, Me, Michelle, Katherine

Mom, Berta, Adelle, Michelle, Katherine

Mom and I have gone to this craft show for years- well actually 29 probably. Aunt Debbi and Grandma used to go with us, then it was just Mom and Me. Well this year, we invited our Bible Study ladies to come, it was so much fun! We ate lunch at a restaurant called 1217 in Hot Springs- it was SO delicious. We ended our day with a trip to Hobby Lobby. There was lots of laughter and some good eating. What a fun day!

Beth Moore Video

I watched this video in amazement and of course laughter. Who could resist Beth Moore? She's such a Godly woman who inspires me in my daily walk with Christ. I was reminded after watching this video about the study we did in Believing God. She started off that study by telling us if we asked God for a love and a passion for Him that we've never had before- He would give that to us.

I remember asking God that afternoon if He would give me even just a little of what Beth Moore has. I wanted to believe in Him, wanted to seek Him out, and love Him even more than I did that day. Well, I can honestly say He sure has! Believing God has been one of my most favorite studies. I learned a lot and learned to trust God even more.

This video just goes to show that when we follow what God asks us to do- no matter the task- He will bless us! Enjoy!