A Simple Day...

Abby went to World Gym late... to watch the Grizzlies game... I think they lost.

Alan went to work out at the Neihu Sports Center and then he went to Costco for me. It's dangerous to send him to Costco as he tends to get things that are not on the list... such as cookies!

Mom is still moving a bit slower then usual, so I had time to read. I was hoping to go for a short run... but that never happened! I ended up talking to Isaiah, which is always enjoyable!

Daily Lovely Insight:

Psalm 46 was a wonderful reminder to praise God... to trust Him... 

It starts with... 

And closes with... 

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A Good Day...

Mom's blister is healing nicely... The Center didn't want her there because she wasn't walking steadily because of the blister and wanted to go to the bathroom every few minutes... but they don't have the manpower to be with her, one-on-one. So, for these past two days, she's been asked to stay home. I think the Center is beginning to find it difficult to care for her. What to do??? She won't just sit still. At home, I am right across from her... and my voice is being overused again! 

I read... Alan and Abby went and got their international license. When they got home, I went for a short run. The weather was nice... cool, but no rain... I like the rain!

Mom had bananas and apple slices and bread and porridge. Yes, she was having a little diarrhea and that's another reason why the Center didn't want her there. I think it's the antibiotics that she's taking after the blister was popped. 

I had time to watch my favorite TV show... I love how it's set in 1895. I love how the gentlemen offer the lady's their arms when they walks. I love that the detective rides around on a bicycle. I love the way they talk to each other... and the moral values of that time... I'm on Season 4 now!

Daily Lovely Insight:

I finished the story of Victor Marx and started on a book by W. Phillip Keller about Joshua. The first book was very easy reading... Victor Marx started the All Things Possible Ministry. You can follow the ministry on FB. Now, my second book... I have never heard of W. Phillip Keller, but I'm finding him to be a great author. I am now in search of his other books, A Shepherd Look at Psalm 23 and Lessons from a Sheepdog. I'm going to see if our local library has either of these books. Since Mom is home, I just sit and read. It's been very delightful. I'm going through the books on our shelves at home... And perhaps this summer while Abby and Alan are away, I will spend my time reading, reading and more reading! That's a wonderful thought!

Here are a few quotes from W. Phillip Keller:

“The absolute basic belief that every child of God must come to is that if he or she lives in obedience to God's Word and in joyous harmony with our Father, nothing can impinge on his life except by His permission. To live in close communion with Christ is to experience daily the calm assurance of God's complete care and management of every detail in our walk with Him. No matter if trials or turmoil come. No matter if there is trouble. No matter if there is pain or poverty. Each is for a supreme purpose understood best by my Father, but allowed to impact me for my ultimate benefit, and for His honor.” 

― W. Phillip Keller, Strength of Soul: The Sacred Use of Time

“No pastor, no spiritual leader, is ever able to take his people any further than he himself has gone with God.” 

― W. Phillip Keller, Joshua: Man of Fearless Faith

“God invites us to come directly into His presence by way of His own dear Son. He Himself put it to us so simply when He stated before His death in our stead: "I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me" (John 14:6). It is upon this beautiful basis that it is possible for people to come freely, gladly, boldly into the supreme presence of our Father as His beloved children. We are given the joyous privilege to approach Him in childlike confidence anytime, anywhere, without apprehension, all because of the profound provision Christ Himself has made for us to pray in this intimate way. Added to all of this, His Holy Spirit confirms within us that God is our Father. He assures us that Christ is our Friend, our Intercessor. In our praying, He, God's Spirit, also intercedes on our behalf, making our prayers pleasing and acceptable to God.” 

― W. Phillip Keller, His Way to Pray: A Devotional Study of Prayer

“Contentment should be the hallmark of the man or woman who has put his or her affairs in the hands of God.” 

― W. Phillip Keller, A Shepherd Looks at Psalm 23

Are you now most drawn to reading one of his books? And when you are finished, send one over to me! (Our local library does not have any of his books!)

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Mom Is Home...and Still Can't Comment...

Well... the Lord brought me through... 

Abby was home, so I was able to get my scooter smog checked, get gas for my scooter and mail a letter and run a few errands. And yes, I even had time to go for a short run in the RAIN! The downpour stopped, but the ground was wet and the clouds were overhead... It wasn't as cool as I'd like... but I had a great time out there. I passed two runners... they were smiling just as much as I was beaming. I guess they love running in the rain as well.

Mom was not so active, so I had a rather relaxing day... It was a miracle!

This evening I watched my favorite TV show: Murdoch Mysteries!

Abby went out with her friends.

Alan taught all day and then played basketball!

Daily Lovely Insight:

All of Scripture is but "baby-talk" in comparison to the vastness of all that God longs to express. We are too finite to understand the infinity of God.

That's an amazing thought... 

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Bible Study OnLine... and More...

This morning instead of Mom going to the Center, I had to take her to check on her blister. The doctor popped it and gave her some antibiotics. The Hospital was busy, busy, busy. I then dropped Mom back at the Center and it was already 12 noon. She doesn't walk well... so she might have to be home for two days. I guess I won't be resting much!

I had the Soochow Bible Study online and afterwards, I went for a run. It was supposed to rain, but nothing. So, it was another short run in the heat and humidity.

Mom as home right on time... I gave her only bread and water for dinner as they said she had diarrhea. Oh no!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I gave her a banana and I bought apples.

This evening Abby and I went for a massage. So nice! The weather cooled down! 

Daily Lovely Insight:

For our Bible study, we looked at Joseph, running from temptation. His mindset was that he didn't want to sin against God. So, even though for his obedience, Potiphar threw him into the dungeon. God was with him and there in the 'pit', God was moving him one step closer to being second to Pharaoh. Sometimes, we don't see the next step. The place we are at today seems like the pit. We must see that God is with us... even in those places... and that He is in control... bringing us one step closer to fulfilling His calling upon our lives!

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Rested for Another Day...

After sending Mom off, I got busy. But at around 10am, I decided to lay down! Two hours later... yes, it's true! I napped for two hours and it felt like a snap of a finger or a wink of an eye! Abby went to workout because she wanted to watch the Grizzly's game at World Gym. She didn't have class today.

According to the weather report, it was to rain at 1pm. But by 1:30, no rain. I had to head out for a short run. It was hot and humid. When I got home, Abby was on a group conversation with her basketball teammates. Soochow seems to be extending online classes all the way until May 22nd and maybe even to June 8th. I hope they will have a graduation ceremony this year. Isaiah didn't!

After a quick shower, I cooked -- chicken with rice and cucumber salad! Then tutoring started at 3:30. Abby also had tutoring this evening and Alan had online class.

Daily Lovely Insight:

Discipline? Punishment? Consequences? I had a great study this evening. 

Rev. 3:19 says, 

God loves us, so He disciplines us and we should do the same with our children!

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Another Great Day... I rested, cleaned and ran!

God gave me another day to rest... 

I cancelled my appointment as I am still trying to preserve my voice.

I did the laundry, cleaned Mom's room, cooked, and took the time to rest!

Since Abby was home, I went for an hour run. She picked Mom up and served her dinner. I got home and had a quick shower.

After Mom went to bed, I went to my tap dancing class. I left early as I wanted to get fruit and not get home too late.

Blogged... read through my tutoring essay for tomorrow and cooked more food! 

The weather looks cooler again tomorrow... Thank you, Jesus!

Daily Lovely Insight:

Col. 3:23 says, 

Nehemiah followed this simple truth, even though he was a man from the Old Testament. So, the question is:

Do your actions and words confirm or deny your belief that God is your Father?

I think that's a beautiful question to ask yourself!

Seek Him First!

Happy Mother's Day!

Well... I wish I had the luxury like Alan to do whatever I wanted for today... as a way to celebrate... but NO CAN-DO!

I did a load of laundry.

I mopped the floor.

I got Mom showered and dressed and got her fed.

Mom talked to Eddie for a bit.

We all went to church!

It was a wonderful service. 

And I still cannot comment on the blog!!!!!!!

Daily Lovely Insight:

Isaiah 49:15

He Knows the Difficulties of Mothers

7 Highlights from Today's Sermon:

1. We are all God’s children.
2. God takes care of you. God will not forget you.
3. Do not leave the covering and protection of God.
4. Learning goes both way as do the blessings.
5. Proverbs 22:6 says to train up the child in the way of the Lord, not the way of the world.
6. Jesus grew in wisdom, stature and in favor with God and men. We should be doing the same on a daily basis.
7. The goal is for all of us as “children” to stay connected to God and grow in our relationship with Him.

Seek Him First!