Easter Sunday!

I was up super early for the Sunrise Service at 5:30 because I wanted to have time with Jesus before the Service!

It was a simple service with only four of us... the pastoral couple and us!

When we finished, the clouds came and we could hear distant rubbling... as we rode back, the drops started coming. And we made it just before the faucet turned on... and the sky poured...

Isaiah had his all day tests and decided not to go to basketball.

I did a load of laundry and Mom care.

We left at 2:30 and it was a great service... very small group of people...

Mom was eating slow... so we came home to finish dinner!

What a beautiful 'normal' Sunday! To me, it's Easter and Christmas EVERY DAY!

Daily Lovely Insight:

Seek Him First!

Calm Saturday!

Early this morning, I heard the rain... How absolutely delightful!

Alan couldn't go and play tennis, but he went for a run.

I love running in the rain... but I decided to do only 12.

I got Mom up and she ate her breakfast... Apple Jacks! 

I went to Carrefour to get some soy bean milk and did a quick workout at WGE. Alan was home.

Isaiah had left as he had a test to do... Today and tomorrow... then he had a hair cut plus a free scalp treatment and then dinner out with his co-workers.

I made a dental appointment for Mom. At home, I decided to renew all the insurance policies... there were many: Alan's car and scooter, and our homes... My scooter will be at the end of July. And then this evening, I got Isaiah to transfer his insurance to Cathay, so everything is consolidated.

I had a helper come this evening so that Alan and I could go out... He was really hungry and we ended up at the teppanyaki place!

Daily Lovely Insight:

watch

This is a short video entitled: You Need Not Say Goodbye!

What do you think?

Seek Him First!

Date!

I was up late last night... I forgot to mention... I had to wait until 12:01 to hit PURCHASE as I needed train tickets for the April Taiwan Challenge! I got them! 

So, I didn't sleep until 12:15.

I was up early... as I wanted to go out for my run since I was planning to call and talk to Corenne after Mom goes to the Center!

Instead, I talked to Abby.

Alan came home and we took off for our date.

We had lunch at his favorite place, but first we bought the CoCo drinks!

The plan was to ride around to two different areas... in search of a possible investment property. Wow... so many new buildings... but the prices are high. So, we came back to Neihu. We still like this area much better.

We went to McDonald's to have their ice cream swirl and then headed home. I had many things to deal with related to the complex. Please keep praying!

Tonight was the Good Friday Service. Isaiah was the translator and he also played the drums for the worship team!

Daily Lovely Insight:

Seek Him First!

Finally... A Sabbath REST!

So nice to have a Sabbath rest in the midst of this Holy Week... It almost didn't happen as the complex was having some issues that I had to take care of... 

I went to run early in the morning as I didn't know what the day would hold... I'm grateful that the Lord made the Sabbath possible.

Two new security personnel were to arrive and I was to meet them and oversee the handover. When I came back from my early morning run, I saw them. But when I took Mom down to catch the van, they were gone! I came up and asked the company what happened... the two guys walked around and didn't want to accept the assignment!

Thus, they had to send one of their managers to go over the handover details and I didn't have to be there! I was able to sit and read... and rest... How I needed the time!!!

In fact, last night, I was so confused about the prayer time with this sister... We pray every other week and I thought we had prayed last week. And then I realized that I had 'lost' a week because Mom was in the hospital. So, last Wednesday, we didn't pray... Wow... Last week was a time warp!

I finished one book and read the text notes for my Revelation study... and enjoyed my day... 

Mom was back and I had her dinner ready. 

Alan and Isaiah went to play basketball at Soochow... I think tonight they played the MOE team...

I had a nice evening at home after Mom went to bed!

Daily Lovely Insight:

The "spirit" of Christmas is more festive with all the shops decorated with lights and front doors with wreaths. What's the 'spirit' of this holiday? It surely is not Easter eggs and Easter bunny... Sure, Palm Sunday was when Jesus entered and people shouted HOSANNA... but that shout soon changed! As I was sharing with my students yesterday, what came to my mind was: HOPE through a REPENTANT & GRATEFUL HEART! 

What do you think?

Maundy Thursday is a reminder that we are to serve and love one another.

What does this holiday mean to you?

Seek Him First!

Holy Wednesday!

I went out for my 10k after Mom took off... and I did a fast one.

Then it was home to do a load of laundry and get things packed for my Soochow Bible study. I found out where I can donate blood. So, I went to do that and messaged Alan to drop off the desserts at the church where I have my Bible study. That worked out so perfectly! 

I had sent a file about the terminologies for this week: Palm Sunday, Maundy Thursday, Good Friday and Ash Wednesday that started 46 days before Resurrection Sunday! And the desserts I made were to match those ideas... It was very interesting. Then we talked about PRAYER from Psalm 139!

I left at 3:30 and headed to Yang Ming Hospital to get Mom's report... confirmed: ULCERS! The doctor prescribed six months of stomach meds, which means I have to come back every two months to get the prescription refilled! Oh well... My next appointment: May 22nd!

I stopped at WGE and then headed home.

I had a helper come so that Alan would not need to worry!

Tonight I also had prayer time with a sister... but what I wanted to do was to go to bed... 

It was indeed a long... but fruitful... day... and tomorrow is my SABBATH!

Daily Lovely Insight:

Seek Him First!

Weird Weather!

I thought it was going to be another warm, warm, warm day... so I went out for my 10k early!

And it turned out, the temperature dropped and at 1pm, the temperature was so perfect for a run... I finished my Bible study and we had such a feast. So, I took out my running clothes and laid down to let my food digest... and I fell asleep for an entire hour!

By the time I got up, it was too late for a second run... so sad!

I went to WGE and then bought soy bean milk as I had tutoring at 3:30. I had to get Mom's dinner set up plus I had downloaded my student's essay, and I didn't have time to read it. 

Tutoring started at 3:30 and when we finished at 4:40, Mom's dinner was ready! For Bible study this morning, I had made grilled cheese sandwiches and a salad. I made a lot, so Alan and Isaiah will have that for dinner! YEAH!

The complex was quiet today... Please continue to pray!

Tonight we had Family Time! YEAH!

Daily Lovely Insight:

How are you spending this week, IN REMEMBRANCE OF JESUS?

Seek Him First!

What A Monday!

The weather is getting warmer, so to fit in my run, I might have to go at 5:30... which means, I need to be up at 4:15!

If only it can stay cooler until JULY!

I got in my 10k and came home for a quick shower.

After Mom took off, while I was cleaning the room, I decided to call Ms. Hsieh and she was available at 9:30. So, I dropped everything and went for a massage... again, those 90 minutes went by way too fast!

Then it was off to Costco on my scooter... then to the local veggies store... I never know how the Lord helps me to get home with all the stuff I bought... bulk items on my little 100cc scooter.

I am making "jiggler jello" for my Soochow Bible Study kids... they are going to be so surprised. It's their Resurrection Sunday special dessert for this Wednesday... then they have spring break! Yes, Alan will be off from March 30th to April 8th! Mom will have four days -- April 4 to the 7th!

I had hoped to work on my April talk, but the complex had more issues to resolve plus this is the week of the 'hand-off' -- old company to the new company. What an ordeal... Some of the residents are not happy! They want to talk to me... as we're the head of the board this year... 

At 4pm, I had my monthly prayer time with a sister... It's always a joy to hear how the Lord has worked in this past month... 

Just as we ended, the phone rang -- Mom care... and after she went to bed, I finally sat down and worked on my April talk plus I went through the emails.

Alan had work and Isaiah went to play basketball after work!

Daily Lovely Insight:

This was what happened after Jesus entered Jerusalem... 

Seek Him First!

The Triumphant Entry!

It was a warm day... glad I didn't go for a run... 

I left at 8:11 for my walk and went to WGE! I took a shower and did a very quick workout. Then it was time to head home as I wanted to pick up trash on the way home. All three bags were filled!

As soon as I got home, it was Mom care... and she's eating well, but we're sticking to congee and soft food. I did give her a dinner roll for lunch! For dinner, she had more solids! And she's fine!

I translated for the sermon and we had a General Assembly Meeting after the service!

Isaiah attended a morning service as he had basketball in the afternoon.

The week has started... 

Daily Lovely Insight:

Spiritual Authority comes not by observing laws and rituals but through living out the Truth! Outward obedience or lip-service obedience is not what the Lord desires. He wants us to be light and salt and influence those around us!

Seek Him First!

Getting Warmer...

I went out for a longer run, even though it was quite warm outside. Since I didn't run six times this week, I thought I'd go for 19k and I did, without stopping!

Alan and Isaiah had an early morning Men's Group Launch Meeting... 

I came home and got Mom up and gave her breakfast!

I then started prep for the evening Marriage Builders dinner -- salad, homemade cookies... And I rode to the local supermarket to buy bread and drinks. Quite a bit of work for a small get together.

Mom ate well... but was not so talkative!

Isaiah this evening went for a massage... 

We left for church after I got Mom to bed... Marriage Builders had six couples and they all loved the dinner... make your own sandwich! The topic was excellent as we talked about communication in marriage conflicts. We didn't get home until 9pm and I had to clean and put everything away.

This weekend is going by so fast!

Daily Lovely Insight:

Seek Him First!

A Mix of Different Things!

Today was our date and we did a mixture of different things... 

First, I got Mom up and out and went for a quick run.

Then, it was breakfast with friends from Edinburgh!

We had to leave at around 12:20 as Alan had a coaching appointment at 1pm. So, we went home. I had plenty of tasks to get down: Mom's bedding needed to be changed, so I had to do another load of laundry. I also had things to do which were left undone since I wasn't home for three days!

By 1:45, I headed out to WGE for my shower and sauna and express workout. I was home by 2:50 and Alan was already home.

We took off for our "date"... first stopping to buy CoCo.

I had a helper come to pick up Mom at 5:15, so that we didn't have to rush home! YEAH!

We drove around several areas to see about homes for sale and then we bought veggies before heading home!

Mom ate two bowls of my delicious congee... 

Tonight after she went to bed, we had our Family Time and at 9pm, I had my Bible study!

Daily Lovely Insight:

Seek Him First!

 

Back Home!

Three days two nights... and that was way too long!

I arrived back at the hospital and sure enough, Mom did not stop talking... the neighbor recounted what she talked about... Wow... 

The doctor came at 8:45 and said that the exam will be at around 11am. I wanted to go out for a run, but Mom was higher than a kite and the nurse said I should stay put. So, I did a run in place... I actually ran 10k, right in the room, in place. It was not easy to run in place.

At around 11:15, we went down and in 30 minutes, the doctor came out: ulcers! And I begged to be discharged. He consented... and gave me seven days of stomach medicine. I packed everything up and waited for Alan to come with the car! Yes, Mom remained higher than a kite. I could not leave her alone for a minute. I got home and called the Day Care Center. Mom will go tomorrow!

I gave her soup and she took a shower, talking, talking, talking... and I put her to bed at 4:50pm. She was still talking... but within an hour, she was fast asleep!

Alan and Isaiah went to play basketball... and I had a night to be home... I guess it was a surprising 'Sabbath'. I watched one episode of Poirot! And then I went for a shower at WGE and did a quick workout!

For dinner tonight, I made myself a nice huge salad!

Daily Lovely Insight:

Seek Him First!

Hospital Stay!

Labor intensive... that's how I would describe my day... On Tuesday night, I stayed until the 12am nurse came and then I rested for an hour and left at 2:11am to ride home, stopping for soybean milk at the 24hr. Carrefour!

I was back home by 2:35 and had my quiet time... and then went to bed to sleep until 6:35!

By 8am, I was heading back to the hospital and got there in less than 20 minutes. The doctor came and said that the exam will be scheduled for Thursday, March 21st, at 11am. And I asked, when can Mom be discharged? He said, that depends... I guess it will be after we know the results. But she has not had any blood in her stool... in fact, she's only peed. No BM at all!

So, I stayed and read and to my horrid, when the nurse came at 10:30, Mom had pulled out all her drips needles and wasted an entire vial of blood and IV. I saw her eyes opened and she was moving under the blanket, but I had no idea what she was doing! I had to clean everything up... I thank the Lord as he had prompted me to put two layers of bed pads... I didn't want to waste, but I did... and it was good that I obeyed. Otherwise, I would have had to get her off the bed to change the sheet! It was already very labor intensive to get her gown, her blanket, the pads, the diaper, her body wiped down and everything changed! I was glad that I had lined up at 9am to get an extra set of everything before this happened. God is good... 

I had to borrow hand restraints from the nurses' station and ask Alan to come over. He cancelled his tennis coaching and stayed with Mom while I went to the Soochow Bible Study. We had a great time with two more newcomers! Mom is so alert that I didn't know what she would do without supervision. That's the present situation! She is back to her 'normal' self!

I went home to drop everything off and Alan went to Costco as I was back at the hospital. I stayed there until 12:05am, Thursday morning, and then scootered home.

Here in Taiwan, it's already March 21st, Thursday. I will post this blog (which will say Wednesday, 3/20) and head back to the hospital. Mom will have her exam at 11am, and we will get the results by the end of the day and the doctor will tell me what's going on and perhaps when she can be discharged. I don't have WiFi at the hospital, which is why blog posts will be sporadic. 

I left earlier because Mom was awake and moving and I could not sleep next to her! It was so much better to sleep at home... Today was to be my Sabbath... I will see what the Lord will do to provide as I'd like to go for a run... the hospital is right near the River Park... and the weather looks so nice! Maybe after the exam, Mom will be more tired and be willing to rest! I was told that she still cannot eat solids but I should be able to give her liquids. While she's getting the exam, I have to change her bedding! I must say, all the nurses and attendants are super nice and helpful to me! One attendant gave me extras of everything so that I wouldn't have to line up at 9am. That's how nice they've all been to me. Maybe it's because they saw me cleaning the shared bathroom... I'm bringing cleaning supplies. Most of the patients don't use the bathroom as they all are wearing diapers. But the caretakers do...I cleaned because I have to use the bathroom and I can't stand seeing the mildew and the mess!

I feel that where I am, God is with me... and His light shines... and the place is better because God is there!

Daily Lovely Insight:

Read verse 8... and here is verse 9!

Seek Him First!

More Unexpected!

This is a short entry... I have to head back to the hospital.

Mom had blood in her stool... and she looked very weak. So, I took her to the ER. And after some IV, she was looking better. But they asked that I get her admitted so that she can have an endoscopic exam. I said OK. 

Maybe I should have said NO and took her home and made an appointment for the exam. But she has to fast for three days and they said that staying in the hospital with IV drip and protein shots is better. 

Anyhow... in Taiwan, family members have to do all the work of a nurse... changing bed pads or diapers, cleaning up, etc. Family members or a hired caretaker also spend the night there on a cot next to the patient. So, I'm heading back... but I will come back to sleep and go back over there.

I might not be posting for this week as there is no WiFi at the hospital... I'll see... 

I think it's going to be a crazy week. 

I'll keep you 'posted'.

Daily Lovely Insight:

Seek Him First!

Another Unexpected... But Not For God...

I got a call at 9:25 that Mom was spitting up phlegm... Would I please come and pick her up?

I knew something was going to happen because this morning as soon as she got out of the shower, she started spitting. 

I went and picked her up and changed her clothes, gave her a snack and some water and she went to bed!

I would check on her while I worked on cleaning the house, i.e. doing a load of laundry, sweeping and mopping the floor. I also worked on my talk for April!

At 2pm, Mom was snoring... still... so I went out for a quick 10k run. I ordered Napoli Pizza as they were having a 'birthday' special -- any large pizza for only 199NT$ (which is about 7US$). I got 6 of them and if we like them, I will order more. I freeze the leftovers. The special ends tomorrow!

I picked up the pizza and that was quite a miracle to ride the scooter with six large pizzas and I also got coffee packets -- eight bags of those! I rode very slowly! I got Mom up and gave her a shower. She looked much better! I made chicken rice for her dinner! 

Tonight, we had another complex meeting... AIYO!

Daily Lovely Insight:

Despite the unexpected situation, this verse comes to my heart:

Seek Him First!

Sunday!

It was a long day... fulfilling, but long... 

I walked and picked up trash and then it was Mom care!

We got to church fairly early as I wanted to help with set up... Love Cafe!

And I was the speaker this afternoon... YIPPY!

Of course, after we got back home, there were things to put away and I had to care for my mom... 

Isaiah went to his basketball game and this morning, Alan and Isaiah had a tennis tournament. Alan's team came in fourth and Isaiah's team came in second. They got more cans of tennis balls!

The week has started and it's a busy one... 

Daily Lovely Insight:

John 15: 5 says, 

John 15:8 says, 

So... the Holy Spirit regenerates us and through His Presence, we bear fruit (fruit of the Spirit)... and that glorifies the Father. People will also see that we are His disciples... What do you think?

Seek Him First!

Lots Going On...

I was up early... and I thought about running longer today, but didn't have the time! I'm in training... mentally, as I don't really have the time to do it physically... 

I did go and shower at WGE and made a stop at Carrefour for more coffee packets.

I was home for Mom duty... 

At 2:30, a friend came over as he needed some counseling!

When he left, Alan and I were rushing off to the Soochow Dinner. It was so nice... Today was the Soochow "Birthday" celebration. The food was fantastic... and it was fun to see everyone! I ate so much... Totally stuffed!

We didn't head back until around 9pm.

I had a helper come... That's the only way we could go and do things in the evening!

Isaiah had a massage. He stayed until the Helper came as the dinner started at 5pm.

Daily Lovely Insight:

Seek Him First!

A Very Busy Date!

I was up early... and it was nice... 

I got Mom up and out and ran only 8.87 as we planned to go at 10am to see a possible area to buy!

We rode there... and the community was nice, but it wasn't very convenient! We will pray and see... 

We then rode to meet up with a dear brother. He lives in Taipei and yet, we never have the time to get together. He bought chimichanga and the sauce was so delicious! We chatted and had a marvelous afternoon!

We had to head out at 2:30 as we had planned to meet old friends who are back from the States! It was wonderful as we didn't have to rush back home. We had a helper coming at 5:10 to pick up Mom! YEAH!

The evening passed way too fast... I had things to give away... and then prayer time at 9pm. I was so ready for bed!

It was indeed a very busy DATE!

Daily Lovely Insight:

Early will I seek you... And as I seek Him, I see His power and glory... He leads me through each day! 

Seek Him First!

I Had My Sabbath!

It's always nice to be up super early... I did my Revelation study... and I walked around the complex, praying!

I got Mom to the Day Care Center and ate a nice breakfast. Then I went back to bed for two hours... 

I did go for my 10k and the weather was quite warm!

And off I went after a quick shower as I had made an appointment for a massage with Ms. Hsieh! She was available.

I headed out early to get a Soda Stream refill for free! And I went down to the high end grocery store in B1 and splurge on nice salad lettuce! I only spent 3.50US$ as these items were marked down!

I found a nice scooter parking space and was very on time. The 90 minutes flew by! On the way back, I stopped to get more veggies... tomatoes, potatoes, and regular romaine lettuce!

I had made dinner before leaving. I was back 10 minutes before Mom came back!

While she ate, I went down and did more sorting of the recycling. I grouped everything together for the security guard to take over to the government recycling truck. That's why we are changing security company. The people sit in the booth and do nothing. I shouldn't be negative. They sign for packages and that's it! I would see them on their cell phone. They don't walk around to check the complex. They don't help out residents who have kids or elderly parents. Again, I don't want to speak negatively about people! On Monday, I asked politely for these extra items to be disposed of... and finally, they are doing it tonight! I should say that I mentioned it again on Tuesday and last night was our complex meeting... and they know that we are not renewing our contract with them! The only person we are thinking of keeping is the night time security guard.

Daily Lovely Insight:

The blessing of obedience... how easy it is to forget that?

Seek Him First!

Soochow Study Started!

I was up early and did get Mom up and out... YEAH!

Then I did my quick run and a load of laundry!

I was out by 12:30 as I wanted to get to Soochow early!

I had eight new students and I brought eight gifts! What a miracle! And I baked plenty of muffins!

I went to WGE and stopped at PX Mart for soybean milk and tomatoes and batteries and I also went to the Baked Goods Shop and bought paper muffin cups! Tutoring was at 4:30 and I made it by 4:29!

When that was finished, I was rushing to get home... and I was home by 6:12!

Tonight I had to 'rush' to get Mom to bed as we had a complex meeting and it was going to be a long one!

Daily Lovely Insight:

I'm so excited about this semester of Soochow Bible Study. Please pray. Ask the Holy Spirit to move and touch these students lives! I believe God is moving... 

Seek Him First!

Another Unexpected Day!

I got Mom to the Day Care yesterday, but they messaged me and told me that it would be best to keep Mom at home if her leg hurts... 

So, today... sure enough... Mom stayed home...

What can I do???

I went out for a run early while Alan was still home... 

Then after Mom was back in bed, I went to WGE... 

I was home and she was snoring.

I got her up at around 1pm and gave her a shower and she ate.

I had tutoring at 3:30. I put her back in bed... And got her up for dinner!

I put her to bed early and hopefully, she will be fully recovered to go to the Center tomorrow.

Tonight, we had Family Time! YEAH!

Daily Lovely Insight:

What happened today was unexpected to me... but not to God... And in that truth, I find rest! I need not worry about tomorrow... He has that already taken cared of... 

Seek Him First!

A Busy Chilly Day!

I was up early... and I just love it... I can spend extra time reading... 

Mom was not so active, but she still went to the Day Care Center, especially since I had a full day!

I went for a fast run... 10k... almost under 60 minutes!

And then after a quick shower, I was out the door as I had to drop things off at church. I also brought things to copy off and I stopped at Carrefour to buy some pork or chicken bones for soup! I came home and got the soup started and ate lunch... YUMMY!

After a short cat nap, I was out the door-- tutoring at 2pm!

I went long, and I had to stop to buy insert diapers. They are out at the Center! But I got a message... Elaine wasn't arriving until 4pm. Praise the LORD. Perfect!

I was home before she came!

I didn't have anything for tonight... I'm celebrating that decision even though it was difficult... only because I love tap dancing... I'm not good, but I love the sound!

Daily Lovely Insight:

For my talk on Sunday March 17th, I will continue to talk about the Acts of the Holy Spirit. One of the terminologies that I will explain is the work of regeneration based on Ephesians 2. And the easiest explanation is: Spiritual resurrection in union with Christ. That's what the Holy Spirit does! Here is a quote from Steve Larson: 

Regeneration is God’s sovereign activity by the Holy Spirit in the soul of one who is spiritually dead in sin.

Seek Him First!

A Calm Sunday!

I went out and did a nice long walk... I even stopped at WGE for more than 10 minutes. I picked up my cinnamon roll from Starbucks. I paid two bills. I bought coffee at Carrefour. I picked up trash while walking. 

I got home and it was Mom Care. Mom wasn't eating as fast as her usual. 

We headed out to church and she enjoyed the snacks and the dessert. She didn't eat slowly!

I had to translate and the LORD sustained me. John 18: 1-14.

Isaiah left after having dinner at church as he had a basketball game. Alan had a meeting and I helped with clean up!

We were home by 7:45 and I got busy getting Mom ready for bed.

I was so ready to get to bed... 

Daily Lovely Insight:

Why do you think they went backward, and fell to the ground?

Seek Him First!

A Cold Saturday!

I love this weather... but Alan and Isaiah don't!

I went and did my walk around the complex this morning, praying for those who live here and do a bit of cleaning!

Then I went for my 10k run. I'm trying to work on speed... I decided to go to WGE for my shower and to sit in the sauna. It was very nice!

I was home and time for Mom care. Alan and Isaiah watched the SDSU game against Boise State. 

While Mom ate, I did some housework... as usual! And I also started to work on my homework for the Revelation study. Excellent!

Isaiah had a get together with one of his friends from the UK. Alan had an acupressure appointment at 5pm. I had Mom Care! But no appointment this evening... YEAH!

I decided to go to bed early!

Daily Lovely Insight:

Seek Him First!

Interesting Date!

I was up early and I went down to work on something related to the complex before getting Mom up... She looked fine and went to the Day Care Center.

At 9:30, I finally went out for my 10k.

I was back and after a shower, Alan and I headed out for lunch! YEAH! We went to his favorite restaurant and we also bought bubble milk tea. What a treat!

We had set this "date" to ride around an area to see about buying another property. We didn't exactly like it... The price is less... but... we will pray!

We rode back and went to Costco! We carted back lots of stuff... on Alan's scooter!

We were back early, even though we had a helper. It was nice for the helper to take care of Mom while I got more stuff done!

Tonight, I had a long conversation with a couple who is working through a few things!

I must mention that while out riding around, I had set my watch so that I can send a birthday greeting to Annie... the first time the alarm went off, it was only 11pm (US time). Daylight savings! So, I had to reset for 3:57pm! And when that alarm went off, I told Alan to stop! We were by the side of the road! Ha, ha, ha... I typed the message and at exactly 4pm, I pressed send! Annie confirmed... I WON! It's a sibling thing we do... we are YBNormal!

So, Annie, Happy 65th birthday!

Daily Lovely Insight:

The verse that House of Praise is highlighting for March is: Proverbs 29:11!

Seek Him First!

Unexpected!

Today was to be my Sabbath... but God had other plans... 

Last night the Day Care Center had said that Mom was looking weak. And I told them that for two nights, she had talked almost non-stop for about three hours... or maybe more. I went to bed. Both days when I got her up, she looked fine. But I think it finally caught up with her. 

So, this morning, she really looked lethargic... and I told the driver, she's staying home... WAHHHHHH... 

I got her breakfast and put her back to bed. In the past, she might look tired, but she will start moving and talking. But today, she didn't. I stayed in the living room and read! I would check on her every hour. Soon, she was snoring!

I went out to the post office to mail a package for Abby and I stopped at Carrefour to buy more coffee packets. They were on sale!

I came home... Mom was still fast asleep.

I went back to the living room sofa and read some more. After lunch, I took a nap and checked on Mom. Still sleeping... So, I went out for my 10k! I came home... Still sleeping... I took a shower and after that, I started hearing her stirring!

I got her up and she was looking much better. I gave her a shower and I made noodles for her... With the homemade soup I made last night!

I think she's going to be able to go to the Day Care tomorrow!

So... it wasn't exactly the Sabbath I had hoped for... but it still was quite a nice Sabbath rest! 

THANK YOU JESUS!

Daily Lovely Insight:

It was so great to have family time on Tuesday. We're going to do that next Tuesday as well. I shared about what I read from Numbers when God used the donkey to talk to Balaam. That got Abby thinking about how God uses animals even now... Are they more sensitive to the unseen world?

I do know that throughout the Bible God does use animals and insects to accomplish His will... like the locust and the quails ... or lions... or ravens (to feed a prophet) I think God can use all things and all situations... 

What an encouragement to trust Him ALWAYS! Don't dismiss what God might be doing in your life...

Seek Him First!