Blessed with Full hands: May 2013

7 Quick Takes - Lots I want to say, but will keep my mouth shut, for the most part

1. The Boy Scouts of America Decision

I could write a whole post on this alone, but I just do not want to right now. I am saddened by the decision for many reasons. I have read many comments about the decision on both sides and they anger me. There is no charity and respect anymore. I am most distraught by comments made by people who call themselves Christians . . . if this is how most Chistinas act and speak, no wonder people are leaving churches.

The only thing I will say that sums up my thoughts on this issue is a quote from the founder of On My Honor. This is a paraphrase of what he said; he said that Scouts in not the place for sexuality and politics and activism. And, I totally agree with him. Scouting should be about fun and camping and character development.

May

5 favorites

Linking up with Hallie to share my five faves this week . . .

1. Virgin Mobile

Cell phones. They have become a necessity. I have always thought that the monthly charges were outrageous. A friend told us about Virgin Mobile a few years ago. And that has been our carrier since. When looking for a smart phone, we researched and researched and even planned on switching, thinking it may be cheaper or better.

May

Our Camp Out

This past Friday night I slept in a tent, outside, for the first time ever! Twice a year, our boys' cub scout pack has a camp out. And for the last several years, we have either been out of town or had something else going on that we could not stay.

May

When God speaks . . .

Brothers and sisters:

We know that all creation is groaning in labor pains even until now;

and not only that, but we ourselves,

who have the first fruits of the Spirit,

we also groan within ourselves

as we wait for adoption, the redemption of our bodies.

For in hope we were saved.

Now hope that sees is not hope.

For who hopes for what one sees?

But if we hope for what we do not see, we wait with endurance.

May

7 Quick Takes

Thanks, Jen, for hosting!

1. My Mother's Day present!

Yep! The iPhone 4. I totally thought I was cool, for like a day, and then realized that I am many years behind. Oh, well . . .

I like it, I am glad I have it, as it has helped with work a bunch already. I have not played with the iPhone too much yet, since my kids go nuts every time they see me pull it out (I think they think their mom is cool because she has an iPhone!).

Anyone have any apps that they think are "musts"?

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May

Five Favorites

1. Sevenly

I am always up for supporting a good cause. And Sevenly helps do that by selling, trendy, statement-making items. The proceeds support a different cause each week and the designs change each week, based on the charity. This week is Love Without Boundaries.

2. TV shows online

Ever since my injury, most of my runs happen on a treadmill. It is just easier on my hamstring and my body is a lot happier that way. But I do not like running on the treadmill.

May

Multiplying loaves and fishes again? Oh, me of little faith!

During those days another large crowd gathered. Since they had nothing to eat, Jesus called his disciples to him and said,“I have compassion for these people; they have already been with me three days and have nothing to eat. If I send them home hungry, they will collapse on the way, because some of them have come a long distance.His disciples answered, “But where in this remote place can anyone get enough bread to feed them?

“How many loaves do you have?”Jesus asked.

“Seven,” they replied.

May

The Journey to Yes: Part II

You know, after the comments on Part I, I am feeling a bit of pressure . . . I hate to say this, but this may be bit of a disappointment after the build up . . . because,you see, God did not move big, He did not move fast, it was more of a gentle breeze, a quiet coaxing . . .

2013 began and I was looking for a BIG sign. Both hubby and I were in the same place. We were both ready to say YES to adoption. Yet. Yet, I felt God saying WAIT. No movement.

May

A post that I have been wanting to write for a while: The Journey to YES: Part I

I had wanted to write a special post about our journey to a "yes" to adoption, but last week I realized that way too many people were asking me about adoption and I do not like to lie. I have said a lot lately and I am not good at keeping secrets (my own, not others). So, I figured I would just put it out there in a 7 Quick Takes and come back to a more in-depth post another time.

May

7 Quick Takes- Big news in a not so big way, trees, presents, and total randomness!

1. The Big News

I have had lots of people ask me in real life, and I have said a little too much on Facebook, so I am announcing this here in a not so big way right now . . .

We are adopting!

More to come on that. A real post soon. But for now, pray for us because, God willing, in about 18 months, we will be travelling to China!

2. My Mother's Day present

I am a bit behind the "technology curve." I always have been.