We are off this morning to our denomination's district conference. We'll be back later in the week. The children and I will be relaxing by the pool while Dan is in meetings. It's a hard job, but someone has to do it!
I've recently discovered your blog. Along with several other encouraging Christian blogs you've inspired me to start my own! I hope you have a great time away !
Enjoy your time in the pool with the children, Terri. With this hot weather, a pool will feel real good. I hope Mom has her pool all set for the summer for I am looking forward to using it. The temps today were 104 degrees at 3 pm. Stepping into our garage is like stepping into an oven. Hope your temps are in a better range.
I hope Dan finds some time to join you in the pool.
Good morning! It's been almost a year since I've done a blog give away so I thought that today would be a good day to go ahead and offer that. I love writing and blogging and I so appreciate my blog readers. I've gotten to know many of you throughout the years and I want to show my appreciation by giving you the chance to win! All you have to do is comment on this post to enter. I will draw a name on Friday after 9 p.m. and announce the name on Saturday morning. I will be putting together a "surprise" package full of handmade items. If you have trouble posting here, you can email me at terri.groh@aol.com or leave a message on my Facebook post (will be linking there too). Have a great day!
On Thursday afternoon, just as Dan and I were getting ready to leave for a meeting, we received a phone call from our son. He was sitting on the side of the road with a blown engine in his car. The problem is he lives 3 1/2 hours away. After back and forth phone calls he called a tow truck and got it towed to a garage. He ended up renting a car and headed here for the holiday. We've been working with him to figure out his next steps because he still owes thousands of dollars on the car which will also take a significant amount to replace the engine. His rent is going up in the new year. His seasonal job ended and he is trying to find something else, but needs a car for that to happen. His car still has not been looked at by the mechanic. It is all more than a little overwhelming. Long story short, we extended an invitation for him to live here temporarily so he can get out from under all of this. It would save him money on expensive rent and utilities. The timing was right since h...
Today is my sixty-second birthday and it's hard to believe I've achieved that....um....seasoned age! My first thought this morning was one of not being sure that I like it. However, as I thought I about it, I decided to take joy in the fact that I've reached an older age. Because age comes with benefits. Benefit #1 - I'm a bit wiser. When I look back at some of the decisions I made when I was younger, I cringe. With age has come the ability to slow down and think things through before I make major upheavals in my life. I've also discovered that getting worked up about certain things is just an absolute waste of emotional energy. Benefit #2 - I'm enjoying my life. As I've aged I've learned all kinds of skills and hobbies and can honestly say that I'm never, ever bored. I love all the different things I'm able to do and it's fun! Benefit #3 - I've learned to appreciate my relationships. With age I've learned to work on developing a...
Have a great time Terri!
ReplyDeleteHave a great time! You'll be missed Terri!
ReplyDeleteLove and hugs,
Tina :)
I can understand that it will be a struggle to relax by the pool....but make sure you enjoy your time of refreshment!
ReplyDeleteHave a wonderful time Honey...and I'll be praying for all aspects of the trip :)
ReplyDeleteLove You,
Laura in VA
How lovely - have a great time!
ReplyDeleteHave a great trip and enjoy the pool!!!~Wendy
ReplyDeleteI've recently discovered your blog. Along with several other encouraging Christian blogs you've inspired me to start my own!
ReplyDeleteI hope you have a great time away !
Enjoy your time in the pool with the children, Terri. With this hot weather, a pool will feel real good. I hope Mom has her pool all set for the summer for I am looking forward to using it. The temps today were 104 degrees at 3 pm. Stepping into our garage is like stepping into an oven. Hope your temps are in a better range.
ReplyDeleteI hope Dan finds some time to join you in the pool.
Love,
Mom
Oh my very favorite flower! Lilacs!!!
ReplyDeleteHi Terri! Just thought I'd stop by and check out your blog!
Blessings!
Bobbi (Chfweb sister)
Thank you ladies! Phoebe and Bobbi, welcome. I'm glad you found me :-). I just got back a little while ago and will post later.
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