Saturday, January 24, 2009
18 & 19 of 21
Yesterday, I prayed for strength and energy. I was so tired last night. I also saw Slumdog Millionaire and it showed little children in the slums of Mombai, India. That was so sad. I pray for all the innocent children in the world who are hurt, hungry, lonely, cold. This morning was rough for me. When I woke up my head was very heavy and I was so dizzy. I had this for a few hours and all I wanted was to be at home. After some chores and songs with D, I feel better. He taught me the Books of the Bible song. We had so much fun! He told me, "You're good! For a first-timer." So funny. I thank God for feeling better. I also thank God for this opportunity to spend with these kids who mean so much to me. I praise Him for getting us all through the week- alive and basically happy. I pray for the safe return of their parents, my parents and our grandparents. I also pray that I sleep well tonight and get to church tomorrow. Labels: D, prayer
Wednesday, January 21, 2009
16 of 21
We were late this morning. Well, I was late this morning. I set the alarm on my cell phone- as usual- and it didn't go off. I had it set for 5:15 because that is when I need to start waking M1 and she gets the bus at 6:10. M2 gets up at 5:45 and her bus comes by 6:30. I didn't wake up until 6:25. I had to drive Ms 1 & 2 to school after we got the littles on the bus. I felt so horrible and I still do. Everything was rushed. I didn't get to give them biscuits like I promised last night. They had cold cereal. I feel like a big failure. I prayed for forgivness. I asked each child for it to, which they happily gave. I also prayed that each child would have a better day at school. I prayed for my own health too because I still have the rash and now, a headache. The rash is not really any worse (although I think it spread to my forehead) but it's no better. In fact, I was awake last night scratching. Please also remember baby Kate and baby Cohen in your prayers. Kate is the worse of the two. Sarah and I went to high school with their mom and I read their Caring Bridge site yesterday. Please join me in praying for their FULL RECOVERY, for peace and strength for them both and for their mom and dad. The twins are babies though I don't know how old. They are tiny- 6-10 weeks, I think. Also, pray that we all go to sleep ON TIME tonight (oh the trials of homework! Get off the PHONE and DO IT!!)Labels: D, M1, M2, M3, prayer
Tuesday, January 20, 2009
13, 14 & 15 of 21
I only have a few minutes before the littles have to get up and get ready for school. The older girlies are already gone. Saturday I prayed for strength and guidance while taking care of the children. I prayed for my ear to feel better. Sunday we went to church at The Chapel and I loved it. In my "married life" Sunday school we are discussing the book of John. We talked about believing IN Jesus and believing Him. In service, the pastor talked about being a witness for Jesus. Monday I prayed for patience. This morning I'd like to pray for a local family who just lost their son yesterday. I'm not sure of the details right now. I'm also really, really upset about some layoffs at Blue's company. He is fine (for now? I guess?) but others are not and it's sad and scary. It's a little disgusting to have a huge, glitzy, expensive inauguration today. Labels: Blue, D, M1, M2, M3, prayer
Sunday, January 18, 2009
Wild Weekend
Today is day 3 of my 10 days with 4 kids. I'm having a really great time with them but I'm exhausted!! Friday we did nothing all day and I cooked meatloaf and mashed potatoes and corn for supper. Saturday morning, Blue showed up with donuts for the kids. He didn't sleep here on Friday because he worked late. Saturday morning I also woke up with a scratchy throat and a terrible pain in my ear/jaw. M3 and I went to the after hours clinic to get a prescription and then to the store. M1 was at a friends' house Friday night and M2 and D stayed with Blue. I didn't know at the time but they were baking me a birthday cake. Yesterday was my 28th birthday. M3 and I came to pick up the rest of the pack and headed to the movies. D was invited to a birthday party at the theatre so we dropped him there and then the four of us went to DSW. I bought some shoes (that I tried to find online but I cannot) and so did M1. Then, we all went back to the theatre to watch the movie. It was such a cute movie. Then we all came back here and Blue grilled hamburgers for us. The kids gave me an adorable cake and a present. I have pictures. It was really nice and sweet and I appreciated it so much. Today, we went to church. I loved it. I have been to this church a few times but I'm really thinking of joining a Bible study there. I would like to find a church home. This may be it. I met some great people and had a nice morning. After church, we went to eat Mexican food and now we are resting. I have to bring three children back to church tonight for choir and youth group. M1 is 15 and the kids don't have school tomorrow so she has invited two friends over tonight. If you are keeping score, that is six kids for me tonight total! Three 15-year-old girls, a 13-year-old and one 8 and one 9-year-old. It's really not that bad. I am having a great time! I am so busy and I don't have any time to do anything but take care of kids though. I like it a lot. I'm usually not so busy. I'll be back soon but I cannot promise when. Labels: D, life, M1, M2, M3
