Hi, everyone! I too have been wondering what's happened to some of our faithful posters. I can't remember, but was Bev still having computer issues? I hope it's nothing more serious.

Well, we had a sudden shift in focus, mood, etc. last evening. DH's sister called with the results of DH's dad's biopsy and the prognosis has changed for the worse. Harry's (DH's dad) lung cancer is inoperable and the doctor feels that he would not survive chemo. He has another appt with an oncologist Friday, but the surgeon's opinion was that he will die soon and needs to get his final plans made. Unfortunately, Harry was in total denial that it was even cancer as one of his doctors had hinted that it could be a virus and that is what Harry had told DH's sister, so they are very upset, as are the rest of us, but we hadn't bought into the virus fairy tale, so were more prepared, I guess. No time table at this point, but I guess the oncologist is supposed to have more info when we're there Friday. But, as I shared before, Harry is not saved, so I'm praying that he will now have the time and desire to come to God.

And, yes, Gary, I'll put this on the prayer thread too.

Just having trouble knowing anything to say right now, so I'll go, but hope you all have a really nice day!

ronni, be assured prayers are going up for your FIL and other family members , as well that God will see you through this trying time.

Gary - I will give the sign a try! Thanks!

Lauren - yes I'm a pastor's wife. Keeps life interesting doesn't it?

Aggie - I can definitely relate your prayer request about your daughters. I'm not sure how old your daughters are, but I have a 15 year old son, a 14 year old daughter, and an 11 year old son. And believe me when I tell you there are days when I am completely overwhelmed at trying to raise them. I try not to let the difficult days overshadow the encouraging ones, though it's really hard. Just wanted you to know that someone else out there understands!

Heatherlynn - Welcome!! I'm pretty new too and I just did what you did - I jumped in. No one has booted me out yet, so I'm still here. So glad to have you!!

Ronni - praying for your dh's father and family.

I'm glad to say that I feel great today! School is over so I got to sleep a little later this morning AND I got my walking in! I stayed home last night and did little to nothing because I was exhausted. Had a great dinner and watched the Dancing With The Stars Finale.

It's beautiful outside here today! Wish I didn't have to work so I could head out to my porch swing with a good book.

Hope everyone is having a great day!

Hi all!

I'm so excited to find this thread!! I've been on 3FC for a while now and had not seen the faith based forum!

I'm have to log off soon to get ready for church but looking forward to reading more of the posts and getting to know everyone!!

Have a fantastic evening all!!

Rosebud - I don't know how good the fruit will be, since this is a miniature tree. But, it should get some small crabapples given the number of blossoms

Ronni on the swimsuit shopping. Even now, it isn't my favorite task! I ended up getting a new suit on ebay (an thankfully it fits!)

Aggie - do post a picture of your maple! I would love to see it

Gary - not true - we listen to you! Really, we do. We just do what we want anyway (just like Angie)

Wilma - glad you are feeling better! And that you got your tickets booked.

Ronni - prayers ascending for Harry and the family!

Tammy - I wish school was done here! Glad your weather is like ours - it is glorious!

TammyJo Glad you found us! We LOVE new folk! Post often so we get to know you better

Good day here! I'm feeling so much better. I can't dawdle because I have to get packed for the Chicago trip. I'm soooo looking forward to it. I won't post my itinerary because much of it is food related, oh, and of course several stops include Gary's beverage of choice (no - not Coke Zero)

We have 4 plays planned, and the zoo and several urban hikes. Maybe even some clothes shopping - who knows?

I probably won't get another chance to post before Tuesday - so I hope everyone has a very safe and blessed holiday weekend!

Prayers ascending!
Blessings,

Laurie

Hi Everyone!

Today was a good day. I did not take a walk today because I felt like my body needed the break, but I plan on being up at 5:15 am and out for a walk before it's time to get ready to go to work. As far as food goes....I did well until I came home. We had McDs for supper. Since I do WW I had to use some of my weekly points but that's what they are there for.

Ronni, our prayers go out to you and your family. We'll be praying for Harry's salvation.


Laurie - Wishing you lost of fun on your trip to Chicago.


Tammyjo - Welcome!

Ronni - It sounds like you have a big garden. I have a small garden plot. Basically just enough space to enjoy the fresh veggies for the summer. I am going to plant some carrots and sugar snap peas to freeze. I'll probably go to the farmer's market and buy corn to freeze.

Gary - Thanks for the tip on the Prayer Warriors site. I was not aware that this site existed.

Has anyone heard from Bev? I haven't seen her online since I came back.

Have a good evening!

Kathy

Good evening all,

Ronni, prayers are in progress for Harry and all of your family.

Gary and Godsgirl, thank you for understanding and declare Gary you do have a way of putting things to make folks smile. Godsgirl, have you tried Gary's hand signs yet? Thought that was so cute. Gary, Laurie was right, we do listen and then do what we want. LOL

Hi Bargoo, how are ya?

Wilma, was very glad to see you, please feel better soon, and a trip, WooooHa!!

Tammyjo, glad to meet, kick your shoes off and stay awhile. Glad you are here.

Laurie, will try to get a pic posted this weekend of the tree. Glad you feel better and now going on a trip, you do get around. HA HA Enjoy!!! We will miss you.

Hey there Rosebud, how's your day going?

Kathy, how are you doing today? Wanted to send a shout out to you. Kathy, your post came as I was typing, I do WW too and this week was not good for me. I used all of my daily points and my weekly points allowance and then a few over that. I don't know what happened other than I trully cannot hang with the girls from the job on there eating expeditions without planning ahead. That's what is was, failed planning. Back on track tomorrow for sure.

Courtney, how is everything going with DBF Auntie? How are you guys holding up?

Still no word on Bevie, okay I am going in on a PM.

Today here was pretty cool, I had an on-site at a health fair. It was fairly slow, so I took advantage of the slowness and I got a free massage, my blood pressure checked and it was good, joined a community center and got a two week free exercise class ( all I have to do is go) we will see. Oh and I am babysitting Malaci now, hot dog, what a day. Oh yeah and my WI is tomorrow and if I gain, I am oky with that. WOW, I am growing. Nothing much new with the girls, same old same old. I cannot figure out where they learned so much selfishness from, they were not like that when they were younger. Lord, I pray this passes.

Everyone have a peaceful slumber and a blessed tomorrow,
Ags

Hello everyone!! We are still unpacking boxes and I really don't have internet yet but I found a corner in the house that lets me get on an unsecured site so I thought I would just pop in and say Hello. My Dad has been moved back to the assisted living center and there really isn't any changes. They had hoped that his kidneys would kick back in but they haven't so we know now that we are just keeping him comfortable for the time he has left here with us. It is really hard when we see him because he sometimes is just like Dad and other times he just seems to be so confused. But we see him everyday and also call him on the phone. My son and his family are here for a little while now too. They have moved to Florida so they have came to get all of their furniture out of storage to take back with them. Dad was really happy to see them and recognized them all.

Sorry it has been so long since I have been on but like I said I really don't have internet yet-----just found a connection that I am able to use at least for now. Keep us in your thoughts and prayers and I will try to at least give short updates when I can. Thanks.

SCOOTER have a safe trip!

KAREN ~ Prayers!

RONNI ~ Prayers!

TAMMY ~ I guarantee if you and your family choose to do the wave...you will find all kinds of places to do it...batters box....across the room during meetings...endless...

AGGIE ~YIPEE on the new class!!

KATHY ~ Need a wake up call for that walk?....wink

YOU GALS NEED TO CHECK OUT THE THREAD I PUT IN WEIGHT SUPPORT on walking today from my local paper...58 yr old women loses 150 pounds in one year walking....good things can happen!

BARGOO ~ HI

TAMMYJO ~ Welcome!

Hi - thanks for all the warm welcomes!

Just a little bit to introduce myself. I'm 39 years old, married for 9 years. I have 3 children - 17 year old daughter and twin boys who are 8. We live in TX in the middle of nowhere between Dallas and Houston and I work from home (what a blessing that is).

I've been serious about my relationship with the Lord for about 5 years now. My husband has recently come back to Christ and I'm seeing wonderful things happen in his walk with the Lord!! It's very exciting!! God is good!!

My daughter didn't get the full benefit of growing up in a spirit filled home as my boys will but she does know the Lord and has had a close relationship with him but seems to be falling back somewhat and doing some things that have really surprised us. I would appreciate your prayers for her. Her name is Taylor. I know that she is still in God's hands and he'll watch over her.

As for my weight, I've struggled off and on almost my whole life - except for when I was younger and on drugs which is another testimony of what God did in my life!! I have just continued to gain more and more weight thru the years but would never stick to a diet or a plan. I went to the Dr about 2 months ago (first time since my boys were born 8 yrs ago). I knew my numbers would all be high but when I got the results and saw HOW high - it was just what I needed to motiviate me! I started changing my eating choices (no more fried food - my favorites!!) and started to try healthier things (I'm VERY veggie challenged - I even hate lettuce!) and started walking. I'm now "somewhat" counting calories, have increased my walking, added in some swimming (when it's warm enough out) and just yesterday got my Biggest Loser Bootcamp DVD in and Oh My Goodness it was hard!!! I think I'm close to 18 pounds lost so far. I had always heard - "it's got to be a lifestyle change" but it never really sank in until now. I've yoyoed up and down all my life and I know I can't go back to my old eating habits or it'll happen again. God's been good to me and giving me strength and motivation to do it this time!

Well that's me in short. I look forward to getting to know you all better and as I said I'm SOOO excited to have found this group. It's always nice to share with people of faith!!

I hope you all have blessed and wonderful day!!

Ronni- Thank you for the prayers. Sounds you had a busy weekend. Hope you start feeling better, and prayers for DS1 that his knee heals well and he can return to work. I will be praying that your FIL and family can stick together and make it through this though time.

Lauren- Sounds like things are a little bit stressful for you right now. I will be praying for your family, the pastor, and you and DH. And girl if you have having "female" problems please go see a dr. if you havent already.

Laurie- Hope the cold starts to die off. Its horrible enough being sick, but being sick and having to work is awful. Have an amazing and safe trip!

Gary- I think that you may be a little jealous that the kidknapper may be slightly more gifted in the cooking dept. that you. I love that your mechanic is your ex's SO. Your family is so blended and everyone gets along so well for the most part. I love that you guys can all be grown ups and still come together and be friends. Not a lot of families can still hold onto any connection with their ex's and what not. YuMM Guacamole!

Rosebud- So glad the floor is done and you can enjoy it. Get lots of rest before the other floor comes. Sorry to hear about that darn ****. Im trying to send some of the sunshine from OH up to you.

Tammy- That is so AWESOME!!! That is such a great victory and accomplishment. I know it must have taken a lot of will power to resist all the fattening goodies. Your kiddies get out of school awfully early. Good thing is now you can sleep in and get some much needed rest.

Aggie- Prayers are going up for you dear. I really hope that your legs get better. As for the daughters i really hope that they can stop the bickering and for your sake realize it is not healthy for you.

Heather- Welcome! This place is so awesome to make great friends and get amazing support. Hope you stick around.

Wilma- Glad to see that things are going well for you. And good for you for at least eating well. Do the kids know that you will be visiting or will it be a surprise?

TammyJo- Welcome! This place is great i hope to get to know you better. I have family that live in the colony down there and i just LOVE visiting. The weather is great down there and so is the gigantic mall.

Karen-Prayers

Well Hello Everyone and Happy Thursday. I had a busy few days gone. Tuesday was my day off and me and the boy went to Cedar Point. For those of you who dont know what it is its the largest amusment park in the world and we live about an hour away from it so its a must do every summer. It was a beautiful day out and there werent many people there since it was a tuesday and the kids are still in school. Wednesday i had to work then went out to dinner with some friends. After dinner we went and played a few games of laser tag. Lol it was great and i felt like i was 12 again. I forgot how much of a work out it is too.

We are not so sure what is going to happen with DB's aunt. She took a turn for the worse yesterday. They told us that she did have a heart attack as well and she had major brain damage. Today all of the brothers and sisters are going up to the hospital to make the decesion if they want to keep her on the ventilators or just let her go. As much as they want her around i know that it wouldnt be much of a life for her to life, brain dead, and not wanting to be alive. Its not fair for her. I will keep everyone posted when i know more.

Happy Thursday!

Hi! Got quite a bit accomplished yesterday and today-flower pots planted, more cabbage in the veggie garden ('cause I forgot that I had already bought some with the flowers ), most of the garden fencing up, and DS2's irrigation system partially put together! Whew! Tomorrow going to Rochester with FIL DS2 has 2 days of class then one test and finally school will be out. We've been done with the homeschooling part of our stuff for a couple weeks now, so I'm more than ready for the rest of it to end!

Karen-prayers for you and your family continuing.

Courtney-prayers for you, DBF, and his aunt also. Never been to Cedar Point as I grew up in the southeastern part of IN, so we always went to Kings Island-love the Beast!! Planning a trip this summer to see my dad and aunt and do the KI thing, depending on what we find out about FIL. Glad you've had a couple nice days to enjoy in the midst of work and worries.

Tammyjo- Glad to have you here and looking forward to knowing you better!

Laurie-this is probably too late to catch you,but enjoy your trip!

Hi to Wilma, Rosebud, Judi, Lauren, Bargoo, Gary, Kathy, Aggie, Bev, Tammy, Heatherlynn, Sue, and anyone I may have missed (and if I missed you, it's just because of my bad memory). Hope you're all having a great day and looking forward to a fun holiday weekend. Just remember to give thanks for those who've given their lives for our freedom! See you all later!

UPDATE: Just wanted to let everyone know that i appreciate all of the prayers. DB's Aunt passed this afternoon. The family is doing okay. I think the boy is really devastated. He was holding her hand when she passed so i think this is going to be very hard for him. Im going to do what i can to keep the family together and look to the Lord in the families time of need.

Just checking in to say hello! Today was a good day. I was able to get another walk in this morning. I walked a little further today then I have been.

Courtney - Our prayers are with you and your DB at the passing of his Aunt. Jesus is our Comforter and he will be with all of you.

Have a great evening.

Kathy

COURTNEY ~ condolences to DB and family for his Auntie's passing; this is hard when we are so fond of someone like he was, but GOD's Grace and Mercy is everlasting -- it is not His will that she (or anyone) suffer needlessly.

RONNI ~ feel your pain; hard to accept such a severe diagnosis for our loved ones. Our family has faced so much cancer, but the the LORD is gracious and has carried us through. Hope you get to make those trips with the kids this summer ...

KAREN ~ prayers going up for your DAD's kidneys and health; and for you and your family too.

HI AGGIE ~ we have been busy; the second floor was cancelled and delayed until tomorrow as it poured all day long. Must have a sunny day as the boards have to be cut outside. So after we moved the desk and cupboards out of the room, we decided to go do a bit of shopping instead. Got a bit wet, but the really hard rains held off until we got back home! Phew ...

TO ALL THE NEWBIES ~ glad you found us!

TAMMYJO: thanks for all the info about you and your family. Prayers for TAYLOR -- you can put a special prayer request for her in the PRAYER WARRIORS thread in this forum too!

GARY ~ will check out that ladies story; love inspirational stories ...

Well, we picked up a great deal on our favorite Spit BBQ'd Chicken (got two for half price each; had one for dinner and put one in the freezer for another day). Had veggies and cucumber salad with that; and made a light apple crisp for dessert or snack really.

Time to go and put my legs up; did get some walking in today and they are tired. The second floor will get done tomorrow as long as the weather holds out. DH is in there painting the walls one coat tonight so it will be dry BEFORE the new floor is put in tomorrow.

HI to ALL our CE friends and MIA's; nice to see so many in for a visit today!

Have a great night; and hope everyone has a FANTASTIC FRIDAY tomorrow!!! ^^Prayers^^ ascending for you and yours as always ... ROSEBUD