A Nice Saturday!

First of all, I am still praying for the election. If there is fraud and corruption already, I do not want to see what happens if the party gets elected as president!

On to better news... I reached my running goal for this week -- I wanted to hit 36 miles, running 6 miles a day, for 6 consecutive days! And I hit 37.03 miles! YIPPY! It wasn't easy... but I'm thrilled. Next week's goal -- a three hour run! And those are my goals for this month! Next month... One 4-hr run!

Mom enjoyed her massage!

Isaiah had a friendship match with the Taipei American School team and then went out to lunch with everyone.

Abby went to a basketball game, which was pretty much sold out!

Daily Lovely Insight:

I've been praying for the theme verse for 2021 and this was even before the 2020 US Election. All the verses had to do with righteousness, justice and hope. Now I see why! I will decide by 11/17, and until then, I continue to pray and set my eyes on Jesus! 

Seek Him First!

 

Time with Abby

Today was very calm... even in the midst of all the chaos in the States.

I did a load of laundry and prayed with a sister in the States. Then I went to run errands and for a run... After a quick shower, I rested as we were heading out afternoon tea with Abby at 2:30. 

I bought coupons for Okura Prestige Hotel. It was fabulous. Very beautifully prepared and displayed and tasty!

Alan and Abby went home to care for Mom and I headed off to tutor!

On the way back, I noticed that my scooter needed a tune up, so I headed to our mechanics. Got that done and headed home.

Tonight we had family time!

Daily Lovely Insight:

I listened to a couple of interesting 'prophetic messages' about the current situation in the States. One was liken it to Esther and the need to fast and pray so that "Haman's Plot" will be revealed and overturned. Another was about how there is a need for continual prayer as God's people focus on trusting God through this time. A friend sent these to me. No matter what is happening around us, I think we always should be in prayer and setting our eyes on Jesus! He indeed is King of kings and Lord of lords!

Seek Him First!

Three Tutoring Sessions in One Day!

I started tutoring at 9:00 and had my last tutoring session from 7:30-9pm! Two tutoring sessions were at home. And then at 6:45, I had to ride out to Beitou! In between the tutoring, I went for a run, made dinner, cleaned house and and prepped my Bible study! Very productive.

I continue to pray for the United States as election results are not out and there are too many irregularities! Michigan web site said Trump won that state but the announcement said Biden won! I think this is going to drag on. Hence, I will continue to pray!

Daily Lovely Insight:

May this verse bring HOPE in the midst of all your circumstances! 

This is the month of November and instead of focusing on things of despair and discouragement, God calls us to pray and to give thanks!

Seek Him First!

 

A Day of Intercession!

My heart has been heavy, praying for the election in America!  I will not expand on that for now... 

The day went by so quickly...

I went for a run in the morning, right after Mom took off, as Alan and I had a luncheon date. I also had to get things ready for my afternoon Bible study! We had a great luncheon with friends... and a great study! I went to pick trash again as I had no time on Sunday. And then I dropped off things and donation at a church we support! I rushed home and told Alan, "Don't tell me!"

He went to play tennis and I took care of Mom. I didn't have any appointments this evening! YEAH! But I had three papers to read!

Daily Lovely Insights:

At our study, we talked about letting go of shame and guilt and living in freedom! I shared Ephesians 2:10.

We are God's workmanship, created for good works, which God has prepared in advance for us to do. I encouraged those in our study to see themselves in light of this verse and to encourage others this week.

Seek Him First!

A Much Cooler Day!

In the morning, it was sprinkling... and then around noon, the sun came out. But when I rode out to tutor, it got really chilly! I guess it felt like November!

My evening Bible study cancelled, which was a blessing as I needed the time... I have many papers to read... some for pay, others just to help someone out! But all these papers are LONG!

This morning, I took time to rest. I wanted to sit and read, but I couldn't keep my eyes opened. At around 11: 45, I went out for my hour run. The goal this week is: 10km a day, 6 days in a row, to hit 36 miles (or 60 kilometers)! Next week, I want to go for a three hour run, through the mountains! I hope to do that on Wednesday! I marked off the date -- FREE... and I hope I'll stick to it. Too often, I write the word -- FREE -- only to get it filled up with unexpected things! 

Daily Lovely Insight:

Alan informed me that Soochow English Department will again sponsor a Thanksgiving Luncheon on Wednesday, which is Isaiah's birthday! Yes... 22 years ago, he was born on the Wednesday before Thanksgiving... I remember vividly that phone call in the morning... I didn't get to hold him until about 10 days later as he had jaundice! 

We have so much to be thankful for. I need to keep my focus on the God who is in control as I'm praying for mercy for America during this election! The results will be tomorrow... The verse that comes to mind -- Rejoice Always... Pray Continually... Give Thanks in all circumstances for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus!

Seek Him First!

A Run, A Nap, and A Lot More!

I did not have enough time today... That's how I feel on most days!

I started with reading the dissertation... and then took a short nap and then went for a run... then it was time to meet up with a dear sister. She came all the way over to our area since she knew I had to be back home to take care of my mom. The three hours went by really fast, and I was rushing home with very little time to spare.

I put the food in the microwave and the phone rang. Mom was home!

Alan came home at 6pm as I had tutoring at 6:30! Rushed off...

Isaiah had tutoring and Abby went to World Gym!

When Isaiah got home, I helped him get his files together to apply for his internship! We pray that he gets it!

Daily Lovely Insight:

Yesterday I found two CD players in the recycling bin. I brought them up and worked on them. To check them, I took out three CDs. I happen to grab Christmas CDs... And I thought, "Why not? It's not too early to start playing Christmas music... and soon, we will be setting out our manger scene!" Can it really be coming to the end of 2020? It seems life times ago that Kurtis and Annie and KR were here. It seems ages ago that we went skiing in Japan! What an interesting year... Will 2021 be better? That's a question that only God has the answer to... One truth that I'm holding on to as the election results for the States loom ahead... GOD IS MERCIFUL!

Seek Him First!

Sunday! Already November!

Mom was up early... Yesterday I cut her hair. Today, I made her do her nails -- toes and fingers!

Then after breakfast, some of our church friends were going to the park for a birthday celebration. So, I took Mom. She needed the exercise. Unfortunately, they had food! And she kept wanting more!

We came home and I got her to lay down for a little rest. I took a nap, too!

At 2:20, we headed out to church. Alan rode his scooter there, and so did Isaiah. Alan had his tennis tournament. And Isaiah met up with Vikki plus he has tutoring after church.

I spoke on A Different Kind of Blindness. Quite an enjoyable talk!

Dinner at church and we got home at 8:00. 

After Mom went to bed, I used the time to finish up things, including writing this blog! I did another load of laundry. And we watched TV. I also went down to the guard booth again to do a bit more organizing. I am still not finished!

And I didn't get to pick up trash today. I have that down on my schedule for tomorrow!

Daily Lovely Insight:

1. What insights do you have about this passage from II Kings 6:8-23?
2. Have you ever experienced anything in a miraculous way?
3. What kind of blindness do you think the army of Aram had?
4. Why did Elisha tell the king of Israel to feed the enemy?
5. What strategy is God teaching you here about prayer?
6. What is God saying about being generous?
7. How can we apply God’s word in your lives through this passage?

Enjoy reading the passage and answering these questions!

Seek Him First!