SHY ~ me too; I think DH is a bit stunned (he keeps coming in and looking at it now and then). What a great witness for my husband to see that. I asked him: Have you ever seen anything like that before? And he said, "Yes, when I was young ... my leg disappeared and the next day it came back ~ LOL!" He's joking, of course ... men ...

E.Z.- Thanks for all your prayers! They continue for scott andJeff and the kids...
Countingdown- Your doing awesome!
Rosebud- HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!!Awesome job walking and big answer to prayer having your leg healed What an awesome God we serve... Prayers for Dh
Shymoment- Hope you got some sleep, prayers for your DH that he is soon on the mend
Carol- wow! 23 puppies fun but also might be a ticket to insanity..
Hi to everyone else, blessings!!!
I am doing great, tired though off to bed...

Counting down, Our pups are outside dogs. We live on a farm and have lots of running room and nice dog pens to keep them safe. They are so cute. Rosebud, My DH is a veterinarian and he is almost 60 pretending to be 20. He just can't let the kids beat him in basketball, raquetball, or whatever they are playing. And the kids are in their 20's and 30's!!!! Had a good day yesterday food wise.......but then it was just DH and I for supper and he eats whatever I fix with no complaints. The kids are another story. I'm just beginning to fix things I've that have been off the menu for years because of the kids..........you know what kids like.....pizza and spaghetti.

Needing prayer, last February I fell and broke my shoulder. I saw my doctor this week for a follow up. He says my shoulder is probably as good as it is going to get, I have minimal use of my arm as a result of the break.He doesn't think the physical therapy I have been doing is going to help any more than it has.He says the bone has knit, the problem is with the muscles, possibly musles were torn in the fall. He has ordered a MRI ., to see if surgery is called for.I do not want surgery but will do the MRI to see if anything can be done.The MRI will be on Friday, the nineteenth. I will appreciate prayer.Thank you all .

Barbara

HELLO BARB ~ will definitely pray for that shoulder, and your tests. I have injured both of my shoulders in the past; so, I know how painful and frustrating that injury can be ...

My DH is a big baby right now; but he is in pain, poor dear. He can't even remember to take his meds, so I am MUM for a while; but he always looked after me well when I was sick; so, it's only right.

He has had surgery for the original accident and they removed part of his collar bone, and tied up some of his ligaments that were stretched. They did xrays to look at it again; but the preliminary examination shows that something is wrong, but they aren't sure what it is yet ...

We are putting on RUB A535 ointment; he takes his anti-inflammitories twice, after breaky and dinner; and pain meds before bed or when needed to help him sleep. He said that he was able to sleep some (but had to sleep on the couch as the bed was too flat). Our couch has those big slanted end cushions that really helped him a lot.

Even after the surgery, he has always had some pain and his shoulder locks up a lot; he has always had limited motion as well. Sometimes, that is permanent; as it was for DH. Surgery works for some people, but not for others; DH says that it was very painful for him.

We are hoping that all this care, plus prayers, and TIME will help him heal enuff to live more comfortably, at least. It is hard to get these guys to realize that they are not SUPERMAN or THE INCREDIBLE HULK (that's just how they see themselves, I think ~ LOL!)

CAROL ~ I think that you are correct; that it is about manly pride; trying to keep up with the younger guys ...

Oops ~ I hope GARY doesn't see that; he might not like it ... hehe!

SHY ~ DH does like to tease me sometimes; but, he saw the look on my face after that remark ... it meant: that might just cost ya, fella ... LOL!

SUE ~ thanks for the B/D wishes; and prayers for DH ...

Well, we had some lovely sunshine today; finally, after so much rain and too many cloudy days; so, we went for a short drive and to pick up some groceries today; I just couldn't miss that opportunity to get out in that glorious sunshine; also got in a bit of walking today too!

HELLO TO EVERYONE ELSE ~ hope you are all having a good week; take care, your fellow encourager ROSEBUD

Barbara - I will definitely keep you in prayer. If the MRI indicates surgery, go for it - I know several people that have had wonderful results.

Carol - my dog is envious (he is reading over my shoulder) - we live in town and he has a fenced in postage stamp yard to roam. At least we have a dog door so he can let himself out as he pleases - LOL
I agree with Shy - there comes a time in life when you get to cook for yourself and be a bit selfish. The kids can eat what you cook, cook for themselves or eat elsewhere!!!

Rosebud - still keeping DH in our prayers!

Shy - I always enjoy your posts - you are such an inspiration and cheerleader!!! What an example you are for others on 3FC!

Hi to everyone else! I'm keeping you in prayer as well.

Rough day today - I had to take off work early to do church office manager interviews. We had over 50 applicants for the position. We did 12 interviews in 4 hours. Whew!!!! We have so many qualified and wonderful people applying - I need some extra prayer time tonight to help with discernment of where to go with this one!

I received this in an email this evening and just felt like I wanted to share it with all of you. God Bless.... Karen


Dancing With God

When I meditated on the word Guidance,

I kept seeing "dance" at the end of the word.

I remember reading that doing God's will is a lot like dancing.

When two people try to lead, nothing feels right.

The movement doesn't flow with the music,

and everything is quite uncomfortable and jerky.

When one person realizes that, and lets the other lead,

both bodies begin to flow with the music.

One gives gentle cues, perhaps with a nudge to the back

or by pressing Lightly in one direction or another.

It's as if two become one body, moving beautifully.

The dance takes surrender, willingness,

and attentiveness from one person

and gentle guidance and skill from the other.

My eyes drew back to the word Guidance.

When I saw "G": I thought of God, followed by "u" and "i".

"God, "u" and "i" dance."

God, you, and I dance.

As I lowered my head, I became willing to trust

that I would get guidance about my life.

Once again, I became willing to let God lead.

My prayer for you today is that God's blessings

and mercies are upon you on this day and everyday.

May you abide in God, as God abides in you.

Dance together with God, trusting God to lead

and to guide you through each season of your life.

This prayer is powerful and there is nothing attached.

If God has done anything for you in your life,

please share this message with someone else.

There is no cost but a lot of rewards;

so let's continue to pray for one another.

I Hope You Dance !

Karen- Thanks for sharing that! Very Nice...
Barbara- Prayers MRI will show the problem and it will be able to be rectified.
Counting down prayers for the right person to be chosen for the position
shy- thanks for all your support- you are awesome
Rosebud- continued prayers for hubby.
Prayers for everyone else, gotta work 3 hours tom morning at a meeting then I am off for 4 days going home, my niece will be home from college tom night... Yeah! really miss her.. Have a good rest of the week!!!

Rosebud, My DH has had that shoulder trouble, too, but right now it is in his elbow. Since he is a veterinarian, he gets a lot of bangs from cows and other animals so I think he might be needing to retire early........but I know he won't...... a workaholic. ha!

Weigh in day! I weigh 158 which is better than the 163 I weighed after our holiday. It's slowly coming off!

I've been reading all the posts and noting the prayer requests. I just haven't had a lot of time to post. I will try to make time one evening this week. My prayers are with all of you.

Talk to you soon!

HELLO EVERYONE ~

WILMA ~ I told my uncle the other day; that I'm 39 and holding. I didn't choose 29 cuz I figured no-one would believe that, but 39 is more realistic ~ LOL! Glad you are back on track now ...

CAROL ~ DH and my Dad are the same; both retired, BUT NOT ...
SUE ~ thanx for prayers; and have a nice holiday with your niece ...

KAREN ~ cute poem; reminds me of that song "I HOPE YOU DANCE" sung by Leanne Womac; I loved that song ...

SHY ~ yah, the look; I think it's an art ...

COUNTING ~ that is a difficult decision; prayers that the right person will stand out for you, like a sign from GOD ...

THANX for all the prayers for DH; much appreciated ... esp by me ~ haha!

HELLO TO EVERYONE ELSE ~ hope all are well; continued prayers for JIM, JEFF, SCOTTY, LEVI, and AJ ... plus all other concerns and requests!

Take good care and have a great week; your fellow encourager ROSEBUD ^ PRAYERS ^ are continually ascending ... just like a stairway to heaven ...

Hello everyone, I'm new here. Thank God that I found a place where christians can support each other about losing weight. Hopefully, we can get to know each other.
Godbless

WELCOME SYNERGY We are blessed to have you join us!

HI GALS ~

Not much going on around here today. I have a couple of minutes to post before Angie gets home from yoga and we have dinner. Knucklehead nephew is at youth group...quiet around here...if I get get the dogs to STOP barking!! At all the folks walking through "their' neighborhood! They think they own it!

WILMA my Wednesday weigh in was 174.2....that is up .2 from last week, although I have been down to 172 twice in the last week. Too many beers at our Pastor's 40th celebration of his ministry party!

I just want you all to know that I am praying for you all and I have read your posts! I will catch up soon!

Synergy - welcome! You have found a wonderful, supportive and faith-filled place! So glad you came

Shy - wish I was closer, I absolutely LOVE zoos! It sounds like a wonderful idea!

Gary - I know what you mean about the dogs - ours is the same way - just wish he wouldn't get SO enthusiastic when the skunks decide to parade through the yard - LOL

Small victory today - boss decided to buy everyone candy - just because. Fortunately, he stopped in the office and asked what my favorite was. I smiled and told him I REALLY appreciated the gesture, but would be happier if he didn't bring me candy. He was surprised, but honored my wishes. I listened to praise songs, drank my herbal tea and felt SO GOOD about being able to do that. Wouldn't have happened a few months ago. Those praise songs just help me keep my focus on what is important - and it certainly ISN'T food!!!

Hope everyone had a great day and saw God's touch in some way as well. Blessings!!!!

CountingDown, What a great victory for you in the Lord!!! I can see from your ticker that you are doing a good job at losing. Keep up the good work.