Getting Things Done... and Enjoying A Meal with Friends

I was up early and went out and ran my 8k. I didn't start my run until after Isaiah took off for his men's group. So, the run didn't start until 7am... needless to say, it was HOT!

I decided to go straight to WGE, after 'supervising' our janitor with the recycling!

I was back and trying to arrange for the pick up of a stroller and walker for a friend. I also dropped off the donation and the money as boxes for the Philippines will be packed on Monday!

I was home and Mom Care!

While she ate, I took down the clean clothes and put another load in the washing machine! I also worked on my talk for next Sunday. I received the sermon notes from our pastor and he and I are speaking on almost the exact same topic. He is using Luke 12 and I'm using Matthew 6. It is so weird as we did not talk to each other. So... we shall see... 

This afternoon, I met up with friends at the Mayfull Hotel and had a bowl of delicious beef noodles. I could not finish everything and brought the leftovers home. Isaiah was home and then when I got home, he left to meet up with Fenny for an early dinner! I guess the restaurant is pretty popular as they could only get an early dinner reservation.

I had a nice free evening... which gave me the time to finish up things around the house! Even though it rained, it was still super hot and muggy. I did not go over to the old house to clean! I thought about it... and then... 'maybe Monday'.

Daily Lovely Insight:

Seek Him First!

A Well-Planned Friday!

I was up early and it was still blaring hot... But I ran 9k and hope to finish 50 by tomorrow! I'm praising God!

Then I tried to get Alan to help me to log into the Carrefour online shopping as I wanted a few items which were heavy, such as bleach and dishwashing liquid. We finally got that done after his return from the Padres game!

I was going to go to the old house to clean, but it was stinking hot out... and I just couldn't stomach the thought of scrubbing in the heat. So, instead, I opted to work on my talk for 9/15. 

Of course, I had gotten Mom up and out and checked on the recycling area before sitting down to work. It was splendid! That message is not finished but I've got the ppt started and point 1 finished! I also looked for a church in Fukuoka which I sent to the students.

At about 1:30pm (after finishing the order for Carrefour and eating my lunch), I headed out. I went to WGE and did a quick workout. I wanted to take a shower, but I didn't have time! I scootered over to meet up with a gal to drop off the pan, lid, chair and spatula for her. She had come to our complex but the guard was not helpful and she left without the bag of stuff.

I then went to this area where I was to meet up with a gal to look at an apartment her mom wanted to sell. It was small and I think it needs some remodeling. I will pray for three days and message her. I like the location.

On the way out, I noticed her boyfriend had a tattoo. It looked like the Greek Letters that are encase in a fish logo. And I asked him. He said he is a believer. I asked her. Her answer was more interesting. So, I stood there and shared with them. I also prayed with them and invited them to our church. They worship 'creation' and also God. They need the Holy Spirit to bring them to surrender their lives to God.

I scootered around the area and then went back to WGE for my shower and then went to shop for a few things. I also picked up the handouts before heading home.

It was perfect! 6pm! I wanted to drop off the donation and the money, but I think I'll do that tomorrow!

I cut up the fruit that I had bought and then got Mom to bed before getting back to my message prep.

I really am praying that the Lord will lead me to share with someone each day. 

Daily Lovely Insight:

Seek Him First!

Sabbath, A Definite Gift!

I was up early and the weather forecast said it would be 29 degrees and it was... My legs were not cooperating... but I ran into my neighbor and he was willing to run with me! I completed my 8k!

After a quick shower, I got Mom up, showered, fed and out in the van. I had done a load of laundry and hung that up after helping the janitor. By 9:10, I was settled and with the AC on, just reading and sipping coffee!

I had lunch at 1pm and called Ms. Hsieh. She was available. So, at 2:30, I went for a massage! I had finished the Soochow Study Material and dropped it off to be xeroxed. I went to WGE and had a quick 15 minute workout and was home just in time for the van.

Tonight at 6pm, I had a conversation with Abby. At 7:30, I had tutoring on line. 

Isaiah was home as he didn't want to play 3-on-3.

I had Mom in bed and worked on my talk for 9/15.

Daily Lovely Insight:

Thus, "choosing not to choose," my heart is still.

That's the last line of a poem... I thought it was quite powerful!

Seek Him First!

The Usual Wednesday!

I was up early and went and ran 9k! It was not easy. The heat started early.

I was home and so happy to be taking a shower!

Then it was Mom Care! As soon as she left, I was down in B1 for the... RECYCLING PICK UP! 

When that was done, I was upstairs working on my talks and preparing the handout for the Soochow Study that will start on October 9th!

I had to go to the hospital to get the prescription for Mom's medication. While there and waiting, I went and looked at the second hand store and bought a Missoni dress for 30NT$! I also bought a shirt for Mom. After a quick stop at WGE, I was home for lunch at 12:30!

I had packed up stuff for people to pick up and one of the lady is the pastor's wife. She was very sweet! I hope to give her more stuff in the future. She ministers to the Filipinos in the Taipei area.

I was back on my computer working on things before going to tutor at 4:00pm.

The helper came to get Mom from the van but I had everything ready.

I was home by 6:10!

Tonight, tutoring at 7:30 and then I went to meet up with the students at Soochow.

Isaiah had dinner with Fenny after work!

Daily Lovely Insight:

Read this sentence today:

Resurrection stillness brings resurrection power!

Seek Him First!

I Had A Nap!

I was up early and went out for 9k! I will run 9K tomorrow to make up for my short 6K!

I was back home and making the food for our Bible study this morning.

When that was ready, I got Mom up and out and looked over the recycling and posted things to give away!

We had five gals for our last study as we will start a new one on September 24th. It was a very wonderful time! 

When they left and I finished cleaning up everything, I took a nap! Wow... it felt so luxurious... I thought I had an appointment at 3pm, but it was not for today! That was a total God-thing! I did a praise dance to celebrate!

I went to WGE and also to the photo studio to get pictures made for the Japanese students.

I was home and getting Mom's meal together and the phone rang!

Wow... 

Daily Lovely Insight:

Seek Him First!

God Alone Is Able!

I was up early... and ran only 6k! 

First Miracle: Isaiah had a physical, so he didn't have to leave for work at his usual time. He just needed to be at the clinic by 10am. So, he walked Mom down.

I came back from my short run and loaded Part 2 of the goods in the car. I had already put Part 1 in the car yesterday! I got Mom up and showered! She sat and ate breakfast, while I packed up Part 3 of the goods!

I had to drive to school as I had too much stuff to bring.

Second Miracle: Absolutely no traffic. It was like the parting of the Red Sea. I was at school by 8:45 and I asked the TA to meet me out in front. We got everything upstairs and had time to set up before class! That should be the Third Miracle!

I had made spaghetti with homemade sauce and apple fruit salad. I brought chips and bread and Coca Cola. And I had a friend send me John 3:16 and Jeremiah 29:11 in Japanese and I bought the 4 Spiritual Laws. I also brought books for them. They each took one children's book back to Japan!

Fourth Miracle: I shared my testimony and I am not sure if the Lord spoke to their heart, but when I left to head back home, they all followed me! They wanted to send me off. A couple of them messaged me with some very positive words! Please pray for them.

Fifth Miracle: Isaiah was home to help me unload everything and I made it to my afternoon tutoring on time!

Sixth Miracle: My glasses were already at the shop, so I was able to pick them up after finishing tutoring! I didn't have to make a separate trip at 7:30pm! I also stopped to buy bed pads for Mom!

Seventh Miracle: I had a free night! The intensive Monday evening tutoring will now be only once a week on Wednesday! I needed the time to rest, not to mention that I have to prepare for my message on September 8th.

Tonight I had prayer time with two sisters at 8:30 and I cooked the lunch for tomorrow's Bible study!

Wow... I was so ready for bed!

Daily Lovely Insight:

Seek Him First!

 

A Typical Sunday!

I was up early and did not go for a run... 

The weather is getting hotter and hotter... 

Anyhow, I went out and paid the credit card bill, got money for our tithes, went to WGE for a workout and bought the noodles for tomorrow's meal and then came home.

I rested a bit before getting Mom up! The AC was on.

Isaiah was not going to make it home. He went straight to church. So, I had to start the process as early as possible to get Mom and all the goodies into the car!

We were there by 2:20! And Isaiah was there.

The chairs were already set up. I made the coffee and put out the snacks and Mom enjoyed her snacks.

Isaiah led worship and translated.

After dinner, we were home by 8pm!

Isaiah took Fenny home. He doesn't have to work tomorrow. What a praise. He can walk Mom down so that I can head off to school early!

It's going to be a big week... Please pray!

After Mom went to bed, I got everything together and headed off to bed!

Daily Lovely Insight:

Seek Him First!