just words...

Right now...I am LOVING this song!  Every time it comes on the radio I have to turn it up really loud and sing!  I was listening to it this morning on my way to work, and the words just struck a cord.  There is just so much going on in my life and the lives of everyone around me.  Sometimes it is just good to be reminded that because of Jesus, we can say "it is well"!  I pray that if you are reading my blog today and you are going through something that these words will speak to you. 

There's a peace I've come to know
Though my heart and flesh may fail
There's an anchor for my soul
I can say "It is well"

Jesus has overcome
And the grave is overwhelmed
The victory is won
He is risen from the dead

And I will rise when He calls my name
No more sorrow, no more pain
I will rise on eagles' wings
Before my God fall on my knees
And rise
I will rise

There's a day that's drawing near
When this darkness breaks to light
And the shadows disappear
And my faith shall be my eyes

Jesus has overcome
And the grave is overwhelmed
The victory is won
He is risen from the dead

And I will rise when He calls my name
No more sorrow, no more pain
I will rise on eagles' wings
Before my God fall on my knees
And rise
I will rise

And I hear the voice of many angels sing,
"Worthy is the Lamb"
And I hear the cry of every longing heart,
"Worthy is the Lamb"

And I will rise when He calls my name
No more sorrow, no more pain
I will rise on eagles' wings
Before my God fall on my knees
And rise
I will rise

"I will rise" by Chris Tomlin

nuntastic...

Friday night at my church they had an event called "Lipschtick" (excuse my spelling).  It was a lip-syncing event put on by the young marrieds and singles.  My friends and I got together and pulled together a little number to be included in the show. 

When we first discussed the possibilities, we thought maybe a tacky bridesmaid dress costume with a "wedding" montage.  Or perhaps a little "girls just wanna have fun" or something else 80s.  Then Loni and Karla thought of "Sister Act"...PERFECT!!!!   The only problem was costumes...none of us just have a nun outfit hanging in our closet.  So we searched for nun costumes and there were "nun" (sorry couldn't resist) to be found.  We finally came across a website and decided we could make our own and use black graduation gowns to complete the outfit.  

We choreographed a routine to "I will follow Him", "My God", and "Single Ladies"...we had to throw in the single ladies, it just worked...

Needless to say we "killed the show"!  I have included a picture for your viewing pleasure.  Also, if you are on facebook and would like to see said show, just go to my profile and you will find a video. 

what do i know of holy...

I must say that I love my cable provider and I love that there are so many music channels that I can choose to listen to when I need background noise.  My favorites these days are "90s on 9" and "the message".  A couple of months ago I was listening to "the message" and I heard a song that grabbed my attention.  It was not a fast, upbeat song, but rather a slow ballad of sorts.  I caught bits and pieces of the song and then decided to rewind it so that I could really focus on the words.  Such simple words that mean so much...and here they are...

"What do I know of Holy" by Addison Road
I made You promises a thousand times
I tried to hear from Heaven
But I talked the whole time
I think I made You too small
I never feared You at all No
If You touched my face would I know You?
Looked into my eyes could I behold You?

What do I know of You
Who spoke me into motion?
Where have I even stood
But the shore along Your ocean?
Are You fire? Are You fury?
Are You sacred? Are You beautiful?
What do I know? What do I know of Holy?

I guess I thought that I had figured You out
I knew all the stories and I learned to talk about
How You were mighty to save
Those were only empty words on a page
Then I caught a glimpse of who You might be
The slightest hint of You brought me down to my knees

What do I know of You
Who spoke me into motion?
Where have I even stood
But the shore along Your ocean?
Are You fire? Are You fury?
Are You sacred? Are You beautiful?
What do I know? What do I know of Holy?

What do I know of Holy?
What do I know of wounds that will heal my shame?
And a God who gave life "its" name?
What do I know of Holy?
Of the One who the angels praise?
All creation knows Your name
On earth and heaven above
What do I know of this love?

What do I know of You
Who spoke me into motion?
Where have I even stood
But the shore along Your ocean?
Are You fire? Are You fury?
Are You sacred? Are You beautiful?
What do I know? What do I know of Holy?
What do I know of Holy?
What do I know of Holy?

please pray...

The post today is not for me, but for my dear friends the Parker's.  They have been in the process of trying to adopt a little boy from Haiti for a few years now, and now with all that is going on in Haiti now, everything is just a mess. 

The link to her blog is below...it can give you more details. 

http://www.debraparker.typepad.com/

for the love...

Now if you know me at all you know that I am not a fan of the holiday celebrated on February 14th.  However, I am a fan of the decorations for this holiday.  I go to Hobby Lobby (my home away from home) and I see all the decorations and want in the worst way to buy them and decorate my house with them.  But then, I refrain...it is the most dreaded day of the year (at least for those of us in the population that are single).  But if you are reading my blog, you have probably noticed that it is very festive...I loved this background and couldn't resist.  So for those of you that celebrate February 14th...happy celebrating!  And for those of you like me who see it as just another day and can't wait for February 15th so all the chocolate will be on clearance...happy clearance shopping!

Here it is....

The moment you have all been anxiously awaiting...THE FIRST BLOG OF 2010!!!!! 

Now I must say, I am not totally used to the fact that there are no longer "00" in the middle of the year...I mean for goodness sakes I have been writing them form 10 years!  Also, I am still uncertain as to what I should call this year...is it "two-thousand and ten" or is it "twenty-ten"?  Either way, it is here! 

So a recap of the past 10 years-in no particular order...(now bear with me, if you know me at all, my memory stinks, so if I forget an important event that involves you, I am so terribly sorry!)

1. I graduated from college (2003)
2. I moved away from Abilene (2004)
3. I began my career (2004)
4. I have seen some of my nearest and dearest friends fall in love and marry their "dream man"
5. I have seen some of my nearest and dearest friends pack it all up and move miles and miles away
6. I bought a house (2006)
7. I bought a car (2008)
8. I got a dog
9. Gained a brother-in-law
10. Was blessed with the most wonderful niece ever!
11. "Loved" and lost
12. Found a church home
13. Have owned 4 different cell phones
14. Have had about 47 different hair styles (and colors)
15. Have seen God provide more than I could have ever imagined!
16. Saw the "birth" of the new Cowboys stadium
17. Have seen some of my nearest and dearest friends experience the miracle of birth
18. Have laughed more and cried more than ever
19. Got a tattoo
20. Have met and shared life with some of the most amazing women!
21. Have seen my family and friends be blessed by God more than they (or I) could ever imagine

As much as I hate to leave it at an odd number, I can't think of any others.  Feel free to comment and add on! 

Here is to 2010!!!

Why...

...do people feel the need to cover their entire yard with darn light up inflatables?  I have never been a fan of these since the first one I saw.  I don't know what the attraction is to them.  My neighbors down the street have a giant santa sitting in boat fishing...tell me how does that say "Merry Christmas"? 

...do people feel the need to "dress up" their cars like Christmas creatures?  I have seen the reindeer cars many, many times in the past, I have seen the wreath stuck to the front of the car like road kill (side note on that...do you save the wreath year after year or get a new one?  I mean the thought of the shear number of bugs stuck inside that thing just grosses me out!!!!!), but this morning I saw a new one...a car was "dressed" as an elf.  It took me a moment to decifer what was going on because all I saw were the ears...Folks, trust me on this one...it was horrible!!!!

...do the makers of movies make Christmas movies that make you cry?!?!?!? Christmas is a happy time of year...lets make movies that reflect that!!!  I watched the movie "The Christmas Shoes" last night.  Let me say, I cried for a good 45 minutes of that movie!!!  Now if you know me, you know that I am not one to cry.  I was a blubbery, snotty nosed, puffy eyed mess after that movie was over.  I was just glad that it was Monday and I had recorded "Accidently on Purpose" and "Big Bang Theory" because I needed a good laugh!!!