Things. Moments. that I want to write down and never forget no matter how small or large....
1. Not having to wake up to an alarm clock.
2. Christmas music that warms my heart, that I grew up on and now Alyssa is growing up on it too.
3. Traditions.
4. Having Christmas lists' in my purse so that when I am shopping I can cross off things on everyone's list!
5. When a card that I make actually looks decent. I am always surprised when they do!
6. The Lord's comfort even when I feel utterly alone.
7. Dayv telling me we have one another and that is enough.
8. Plans for the future.
9. Listening to Alyssa with her friends spending the night giggling, talking, dreaming, and creating. It makes me smile.
10. Watching a play that A was in, knowing she was part of something amazing.
11. The change of attitude inside me with work. customers. co-workers. It has made all the difference in the world, I kid you not. I choose to have a positive uplifting attitude.
12. My pink plaid robe.
13. My excitement over hopefully the new purse I am getting for Christmas. I love purses!
14. When D asks me what I am thinking about and then listens to all of the different things I am thinking of.
15. I love my dogs a lot.
16. Being stripped and even though this valley will be a hard one, I know that it is a season and for a time.
17. Food. Enough said.
18. Cashews. I could eat them every. single. day.
19. For a fun opportunity with
JBS!
So very excited about this one, stay tuned!!!!
20. Veggie Tales movies. We still love watching them.
I found this cute thing on
Lynette's blog and wanted to play along! Sometimes these things just sum up where you are in your life at that moment.
How old are you?
I am 42. I never ever have anyone ever say I look it. Most of the time people think I'm only in my 30's. I find this a compliment. Sometimes people will tell me I don't act 42. My response? How does a 42 year old act? I have never really "felt" my age but this year for some reason has actually been the first time where I have felt older. Not old as in dirt, but older. Like my actual age. But that doesn't last long! I am young at heart and in personality for sure!
What does your name mean?
Elizabeth pronounced (Ee-liz-a-beth) is one of the most popular names and is of
Hebrew origin derived from Elisheva which means God's promise implying satisfaction and contentment as also thanksgiving and devotion. The name has a Biblical
reference with Elizabeth being the mother of John the Baptist in the Old Testament.
~ God's Promise ~ " And God said, "This is the sign of the covenant I am making between me and you and every living creature with you, a covenant for all generations to come: I have set my rainbow in the clouds, and it will be the sign of the covenant between me and the earth. Whenever I bring clouds over the earth and the rainbow appears in the clouds, I will remember my covenant between me and you and all living creatures of every kind. Never again will the waters become a flood to destroy all life. Whenever the rainbow appears in the clouds, I will see it and remember the everlasting covenant between God and all living creatures of every kind on the earth." Genesis 9:13-16
Where do you live?
Currently it is here...
What career would you have if there were no obstacles?I would have to choose 3.
The first would be a dentist. I should have listened to my hearts desire. Aside from this job, I always wanted to be what's next.
A secretary. It comes naturally to me. Its something I love doing and I am good at it because I am very organized.
And of course I kick myself for not sticking with the music classes in college. What was I thinking? I really wasn't and I regret it to this day.
Your favorite meal?
Hands down it would have to be breakfast.
What are you afraid of?
Please understand it was hard to find a photo of death...
But yes, death is something I am afraid of. Even though I know about Jesus and Heaven, it still scares me. I am also very afraid of prison.
I know that seems odd death and prison. I know.. Death is very foreign to me and although I probably will never understand it in the flesh {I know why biblically we die} I just dislike death. I am afraid of it. And prison? That seems rather odd doesn't it? If you know me, you know I went to jail once {for nothing huge, but the story is huge anyway} and well the thought of spending my days locked up forever instead of enjoying freedom would make me die. I cannot imagine that. I am very afraid of it. I just can't imagine my life in there.
What makes you laugh?
There are SO many things that make me laugh, but hands down? Them.
What is your strongest talent?
Well I would never want anyone to think I was boasting here... But if you had to ask any one of the people that are in my life, or have been I think that they would describe this for me.
Messenger. Sometimes I don't consider it a gift or talent because it is often hard to give a message {and not to confuse anyone with this portion of my post.. I am in no way claiming to be a prophet. Just to clear the air here} but the Lord often uses me to help people to see something they need to see. I have seen people grow and learn from the Lord's messages. I have seen people who have told me I was smokin' crack too and then later come and say that what I told them was in fact from the Lord. I have witnessed people call me a liar and walk away. I have been friends with those that I've given the Lord's message too only to have them turn away from our friendship because of the sting of truth. So as much as I am thankful of this gift, sometimes I feel like it is a burden too. I will say though that more often, people have walked away, prayed on it, and come back to share what the Lord spoke to them about as well. I am not saying I am always right. I would suspect that anyone who gets a word from someone, even if they give it from the Lord would go off and pray about it and not just take that person's word for it. That is what the bible tells us to do. But more often than not, I am right because it isn't me giving the message, it is the Lord. I cannot take any credit for the words that come from my mouth when they are supposed too. I am only called to be obedient when the word is given no matter what happens. Even if that means that someone will no longer talk to me after it is given.
What do you desire the most?
To do the Lord's will. To live long and be healthy through my entire life. To see my grand-children, great-grandchildren, and blessed enough to see great-great grandchildren. To live a long full life with Dayv by my side. To see Alyssa grow up. To see and experience all of my family following the Lord. And lastly, to be utterly happy through it all!
How do you see yourself?
Passionate and happy.
I am really in love with today! I get off at 1130 and don't have to be into work until Monday morning! Can you say total excitement!!! I know I am ready!!!!
Hoping that your Thursday is magical!
