So Jenny and I had so much fun being immature on Friday night. We were bored so decided to go to the Mall of America. We like to do other things at malls- Shopping and wasting money is not something we consider fun. We spontaneously decided to go into the Disney Store to look around. Upon looking around we noticed their display of princess dresses. And wow, they almost looked as if they might fit! Because Jenny is much smaller than me, we decided she should try one on. And she did. And it fit.
This just made me want to join the fun so I also tried one on. And it fit! We took some pictures and one of them is to the right. We had fun being immature together and got our share of hysteric laughing. In some respects I do hope I never grow up :)
No worries, we damaged nothing.
Monday 20 October 2008
Thursday 16 October 2008
Politics? I don't think I care anymore...
Can I just make a comment? .........I HATE THIS ELECTION AND I HATE POLITICS!!! Want my opinions? You don't have to agree.
-Obama has way to many ideas that I don't agree with. And despite what people say, that moral issues are irrevelant in presidential elections, God is not allowing me to look past them.
-McKain is too fake. This isn't a good reason to vote against him, but I would be excessively annoyed if I had to look at him or hear him for another 4 years.
-Obama wants more government programs that hand out more money to people who already take advantage of hand-outs. Speaking from experience, this crazily promotes a trapped cycle of living.
-McKain will die in office. Why are we electiing someone so aged when retirement age is 65? I don't get it. I respect him, but being a president is stressful. Every president ages 10 yrs in office. It just worried me.
-Obama may also die in office. It's sad but true. So many people are still very prejudiced.
-McKain supports policies that give more money to those who are already rich, rather than to the "hard-working middle class."
These being just some of the issues (and not necessarily important ones), here is my opinion. This election has become a matter of choosing the "lesser of two evils." Despite what people say, there are flaws in both candidates; in both parties. For the first time ever I am tempted to vote independant party- to just not care. My family tells me it is my "Christian duty" to vote. If I hear that one more time I'm going to scream. I just don't know what to think so have been leaning towards not caring.
I hope this blog doesn't come across too strongly. I know people have opinions that differ from mine. Blogging is simply my oportunity to vent. And I am venting.
-Obama has way to many ideas that I don't agree with. And despite what people say, that moral issues are irrevelant in presidential elections, God is not allowing me to look past them.
-McKain is too fake. This isn't a good reason to vote against him, but I would be excessively annoyed if I had to look at him or hear him for another 4 years.
-Obama wants more government programs that hand out more money to people who already take advantage of hand-outs. Speaking from experience, this crazily promotes a trapped cycle of living.
-McKain will die in office. Why are we electiing someone so aged when retirement age is 65? I don't get it. I respect him, but being a president is stressful. Every president ages 10 yrs in office. It just worried me.
-Obama may also die in office. It's sad but true. So many people are still very prejudiced.
-McKain supports policies that give more money to those who are already rich, rather than to the "hard-working middle class."
These being just some of the issues (and not necessarily important ones), here is my opinion. This election has become a matter of choosing the "lesser of two evils." Despite what people say, there are flaws in both candidates; in both parties. For the first time ever I am tempted to vote independant party- to just not care. My family tells me it is my "Christian duty" to vote. If I hear that one more time I'm going to scream. I just don't know what to think so have been leaning towards not caring.
I hope this blog doesn't come across too strongly. I know people have opinions that differ from mine. Blogging is simply my oportunity to vent. And I am venting.
Friday 10 October 2008
I Hope Our Economy DOES Fall Apart!
Maybe I shouldn't say I want our economy to fall apart... But I will say I don't think it'd be a bad thing. We live in such a self-sufficient culture. If we experienced another "great depression," sure, it'd be tough but we'd learn to deal with it. And a lot of values could be learned through it. Perhaps people would realize they can't rely on themselves or on money and more people would, for the first time, look to God. With riches comes self-sufficiency. Self-sufficiency is pride. And pride keeps people from turning to Christ. I believe we all need to be humbled a little more than we are.... to rely on God more than we do. When our main source of comfort is taken away, where will we look? My prayer is we'd look to God. I know all of us, Christians and non, need to learn to rely on Him. Because He's where life is found. Perhaps we all could use a wake up call...
Wednesday 8 October 2008
Ephesians 6: 12-18
Here are a few verses God has been impressing on my heart like crazy lately- thought I'd share:
"Put on the full armor of God so that you can take your stand against the devil's schemes. For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world, and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms."
"Therefore, put on the full armor of God, so that when the day of evil comes, you may be able to stand your ground, and after you have done everything, to stand. Stand firm then with the belt of truth buckled around your waist, with the breastplate of righteousness in place, and with your feet fitted with the readiness that comes from the gospel of peace. "
"In addition to all of this, take up the sheild of faith, with which you can extinguish all the flaming arrows of the evil one. Take the helmet of salvation and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God. And pray in the Spirit on all occassions with all kinds of prayers and requests. With this in mind, be alert and always keep on praying for all the saints."
EPHESIANS 6: 12-18
As His followers, we have a responsibility to take a stand in this world of people that need Him. We are called to be "the salt of the earth." God's been showing me He hasn't been pleased with where I am in my walk with Him. He's not pleased that I haven't been passionate about Him in everything. And He desires that I surrender everything to Him- not only certain areas of my life. Revelation 3:16: "So, because you are lukewarm, and neither cold nor hot, I will spew you out of my mouth." I'm not a Bible scholar but I know I've been lukewarm- content with knowing and believing in God but not living it out in every area. Jason and I have been reading Genesis-Deuteronomy and we've been amazed at the Holiness of God, revealed through these books. I am not holy and I will never be perfect but I desire in every way to live in God's will- running from sin, and proclaiming God's grace, purity, and holiness. Praise be to our Savior for His patience with us- His mercy far exceeds my understanding and I am humbled by it.
"Put on the full armor of God so that you can take your stand against the devil's schemes. For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world, and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms."
"Therefore, put on the full armor of God, so that when the day of evil comes, you may be able to stand your ground, and after you have done everything, to stand. Stand firm then with the belt of truth buckled around your waist, with the breastplate of righteousness in place, and with your feet fitted with the readiness that comes from the gospel of peace. "
"In addition to all of this, take up the sheild of faith, with which you can extinguish all the flaming arrows of the evil one. Take the helmet of salvation and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God. And pray in the Spirit on all occassions with all kinds of prayers and requests. With this in mind, be alert and always keep on praying for all the saints."
EPHESIANS 6: 12-18
As His followers, we have a responsibility to take a stand in this world of people that need Him. We are called to be "the salt of the earth." God's been showing me He hasn't been pleased with where I am in my walk with Him. He's not pleased that I haven't been passionate about Him in everything. And He desires that I surrender everything to Him- not only certain areas of my life. Revelation 3:16: "So, because you are lukewarm, and neither cold nor hot, I will spew you out of my mouth." I'm not a Bible scholar but I know I've been lukewarm- content with knowing and believing in God but not living it out in every area. Jason and I have been reading Genesis-Deuteronomy and we've been amazed at the Holiness of God, revealed through these books. I am not holy and I will never be perfect but I desire in every way to live in God's will- running from sin, and proclaiming God's grace, purity, and holiness. Praise be to our Savior for His patience with us- His mercy far exceeds my understanding and I am humbled by it.
Monday 6 October 2008
Cake and Solitaire and Other Stuff...
My two accomplishments so far this week:
-I made an amazing apple/pineapple crisp dessert that impressed me. Mmmm...
-I'm realizing I'm pretty amazing at solitaire. I've won the last 5-6 times. Yay me.
-I actually brought a lunch to work today so I'm not gonna starve.
My failures so far this week:
-Had a horrible experience Friday night and wasn't strong in my faith. I know I was being attacked spiritually and I crumbled. I know I disappointed God.... myself, and others :(
-I've been avoiding calling my friend/employer who wants me to work for her Friday evening. Why? Because I suck at saying no. And I'd rather not work Friday evening- it's one of my only chilax nights with Jason. *sigh*
-Haven't been drinking a lot of water.
Fun things I did this weekend:
-Cuddled with my husband Friday night :)
-Taught English on Saturday to friends of La Weih
-Played games with the Cromers and Spinellis Saturday evening
-Spending "most of the day" at church on Sunday was fun. Fun but minorly exhausting.
-Seeing our Sunday school kids again.
-Going to Red Lobster w/ Salt and Pepper
-Taking a nap with my husband mmmmmm :)
-Having devotions with Jason
Not so fun things I did:
-The Friday night ordeal :(
-Working out Sunday...for some reason, not so fun.
-Talking on the phone for 2 1/2 hours Sunday night. Love my dad and brother but hate being on the phone.
Prayer Request for a Continuing Struggle:
I NEED TO BE STRONGER IN MY FAITH AND TO NOT BE SUCH A COWARD WHEN IT COMES TO CONFRONTING PEOPLE AND TAKING A STAND FOR CHRIST. I NEED TO LEARN HOW TO DO THIS. I NEED CHRIST TO SHOW ME HOW TO DO THIS. I NEED TO HAVE CONFIDENCE IN HIM AND IN WHO HE'S CREATED ME TO BE.
-I made an amazing apple/pineapple crisp dessert that impressed me. Mmmm...
-I'm realizing I'm pretty amazing at solitaire. I've won the last 5-6 times. Yay me.
-I actually brought a lunch to work today so I'm not gonna starve.
My failures so far this week:
-Had a horrible experience Friday night and wasn't strong in my faith. I know I was being attacked spiritually and I crumbled. I know I disappointed God.... myself, and others :(
-I've been avoiding calling my friend/employer who wants me to work for her Friday evening. Why? Because I suck at saying no. And I'd rather not work Friday evening- it's one of my only chilax nights with Jason. *sigh*
-Haven't been drinking a lot of water.
Fun things I did this weekend:
-Cuddled with my husband Friday night :)
-Taught English on Saturday to friends of La Weih
-Played games with the Cromers and Spinellis Saturday evening
-Spending "most of the day" at church on Sunday was fun. Fun but minorly exhausting.
-Seeing our Sunday school kids again.
-Going to Red Lobster w/ Salt and Pepper
-Taking a nap with my husband mmmmmm :)
-Having devotions with Jason
Not so fun things I did:
-The Friday night ordeal :(
-Working out Sunday...for some reason, not so fun.
-Talking on the phone for 2 1/2 hours Sunday night. Love my dad and brother but hate being on the phone.
Prayer Request for a Continuing Struggle:
I NEED TO BE STRONGER IN MY FAITH AND TO NOT BE SUCH A COWARD WHEN IT COMES TO CONFRONTING PEOPLE AND TAKING A STAND FOR CHRIST. I NEED TO LEARN HOW TO DO THIS. I NEED CHRIST TO SHOW ME HOW TO DO THIS. I NEED TO HAVE CONFIDENCE IN HIM AND IN WHO HE'S CREATED ME TO BE.
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