Summer here,NOT

I usually complain quite often about our lack of sun.

We really haven't had a summer, so to speak.

I think though,

given the choice,

I would take this compared,

to what most of the country is dealing with.

Stay safe in the heat...

Before you know it,

it will be Thanksgiving.

~~deby

not just for me

I read this today:

STAND FAST
Stand Fast
Saturday, July 16, 2011
by Dr. Paul Chappell
"Stand fast therefore in the liberty wherewith Christ hath made us free, and be not entangled again with the yoke of bondage."
Galatians 5:1
Battling the devil is difficult, yet defeat is not an option.
The 1860 election in the United States carried more weight than a usual election. Several issues divided Americans during this time in history-states' rights, land grants and usage, and slavery. Less than one hundred years old, the U.S. had spent the first one hundred years of its existence hashing out documents and laws to govern the land. While many laws were contested, both sides had often agreed upon a compromise. Yet the issues listed above had finally come to a head. On one side stood those opposed to both expanding slavery and granting more control to the states. On the other side stood those favoring the continued practice of slavery and the localizing of government. Abraham Lincoln, representing the first side, ran for the Presidency in 1860 and upon his election, eleven Southern states seceded from the Union. Recognizing this act as rebellion, a civil war was declared between the two sides and fighting ensued on April 12, 1861.
Throughout the war, stories are told of common farmers and tradesmen choosing to stand for their beliefs and fighting against their enemies. The battles were fierce, supplies few, yet people were fighting for ideals, and their ideals motivated them to give all they had. One such story is told of a young Southern soldier who was badly wounded in battle by a cannonball. As he was carried off the battlefield in the midst of the fighting, he instructed the medical staff to quickly bandage him so he could continue the fight. Advising against it, they sought help from the commanding officer in convincing the young man to stay in the field hospital. The officer arrived and upon seeing him stated, "Son, you've fought well, but with a missing eye, badly handicapped arm, and lacerated body, you need to stay here at the rear of the battle." The soldier said through tears, "Sir, I respect you, but I'm going to continue fighting. This battle has no rear!"
This young soldier, probably not more than twenty-five years old understood the concept of standing fast, of fighting even when the battle was tough. He was physically hurting, pained, and broken; yet despite what the battle had cost him, he kept fighting.
Your Christian battle is just as real as this soldier's battle. You may not physically wield a weapon, but the fight is ever present. Any Christian who's lived for a period of time can tell you stories of the devil's attacks, temptations, and battles. Some battles are won; some are lost. Many will suffer pains; some will suffer loss; yet God's command in the heat of battle is seen in Galatians 5, "Stand fast."
Every day the devil sends his best combat fighters against you. He strategizes how to best cause you to fall. He tempts you in your areas of weakness. The devil knows you better than most people. You've probably experienced failure, lost battles to his temptations, and fallen in the fight. Yet God's command rings true, "Stand fast."
Whenever you lose a battle remember that the war is already won. Rather than giving up, stand up and continue fighting. Don't let the devil convince you fighting is futile. Yes, you will fall, and you will experience pain, but stand fast.
If you're saved, you no longer have to give in to sin. Satan has no power over your life any more. You are God's child, and now fight on His side. Rejoice, for God has already won the war! Yet each day you will need to fight against the devil's attacks, resist his temptations, and refuse to give in to his devices.
How's the battle going in your life? Have you experienced setbacks? Have you suffered defeat? Don't let the devil win by giving in to him. Gain strength from God's Word, prayer, His church, godly music, godly friends, and the example of other godly fighters; and keep fighting. Remember, even when you fall, get back up, and continue to stand fast.

To learn more about the ministries of Lancaster Baptist Church and Pastor Chappell, please visit lancasterbaptist.org, paulchappell.com, or follow him

still here and okay

I am still here, really.

My official Physical Therapy is now over.

I don't have to see the orthopedic surgeon any longer.

For those things, I REJOICE !!

Without going into detail for the whole world to see, I

will add that this has been much more than

just having shoulder and recovering.

I have had some reactions to medications.

I have learned I am very sensitive to meds and have to be careful

to all side effects. It has not been easy. In fact the hardest thing

I have EVER been through.

GOD is STILL GOOD

"HE"....is healing me in many ways.

It is taking time.

but oh...my do we server a powerful Saviour,

a God who can touch the depths of your soul...who

can heal you in many many ways.

I am doing okay , somedays better than others.

I am still sure that prayer works, that family and friends

have been used of the Lord in my life and I am

still RAPTURE READY !!!

Thought you might want to know...

deby

A watch

If God gives you a watch, are you honoring Him

more by asking Him what time it is or by

simply consulting the watch ?

~~Tozer

clinging

It has been awhile, hasn't it?

I am here.

It has been a rough few months for many reasons.

Of course, the surgery but other things too.

Don't we ALL have those other things too??

I know this:

I am, and have depended on God, His WORD,

and the prayers of faithful friends and family.

God is good !!!

"His" WORD brings comfort to my heart and soul.

Are there scriptures you cling too?

I know I have a book full,

The Bible

Today I am clinging to:

Romans 8:28

And we know that all things

work together for good to them that love God,

to them who are the called according to his purpose.

~~deby

still here

It has been 7 plus weeks. I am still in my immobilizer sling. I sleep in my recliner and do physical therapy 5 times a day at home. I go to pt twice a week.
This has been rough, really rough !!!
I am so thankful for my husband and sisters and daughter and their families who do everything for me ! So thankful for those who continue to pray for healing.
So thankful to the Lord who is patient with me when I am not.
Truly the Lord has brought me thus far through much pain and lack of faith.
Just want some of you to know that I don't see on FB,using my ipod touch
God is good

on headcoverings

Before I sign off for a few days. I saw this recently....thanks Lisa...and think some of you may want to listen to this:

surgery is almost here

Two more days until my surgery. Am I nervous ? "YES"...but I know it is in the Lord's hands. I would love any prayers...for these last two days and of course Friday ! My prayer is that I heal fast and will be back to somewhat NORMAL faster than I anticipate.

I have been so thankful for those of you who have been praying for me the past weeks. I have felt such a "lack of faith" ..I am not proud, but know this is a area I need to work on.

I have my house, Christmas'd...the gifts bought and wrapped (not a whole lot)....cards are being mailed today. I have done some sorting out to make recovery a bit easier.

I have also sped up on my reading through the Bible in a year. I didn't know how good I could read on pain meds....

I will check in when I can ..typing left handed....

love to all of you

~~deby

BTW...the picture is my sister, Lisa and I on Thanksgiving

Christmas Food Court Flash Mob, Hallelujah Chorus - Must See!

Rag quilt from my sister

This quilt was made by my sister, Trudy for my birthday. She sent it to her daughter, Michelle. When we were on vacation, Michelle gave it to me. I love it !!! It is like getting a (((HUG))) from her !

Here it is again...Just had to share it with you. I love handmade gifts.
.....and since Thanksgiving is just around the corner this is one of my favorite verses on thankfulness:
1 Thessalonians 5:18
In every thing give thanks:
for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you.
~*~*~*~*~*~
I have to admit, I don't always do so good in the area of being thankful for everything.
I do know, it is God's will for me to be thankful for everything. I have to work on this, I think we all do. We are busy here, and yes, surgery is right around the corner. I am nervous. Not sure when I will check in.
I hope you all have a wonderful Thanksgiving...
~~deby

true-false

"Knowing what is TRUE

is the first step to knowing

what is FALSE"

~*~*~*~*~

John 14:6

Jesus saith unto him,

I am the way, the truth, and the life:

no man cometh unto the Father, but by me.

~*~*~*~

I am sorry that I have been so absent from

blogland. I have surgery scheduled the first

week in December. It is torn tendons in my right shoulder

rotator cuff and some repairs. I am trying to get my Christmas shopping done

my house decorated etc.....

I found this out last week, when we returned from vacation.

I will try harder, but no real promises.

~~deby

Thanksgiving Freebie

Here is another FREEBIE from Bird Brain Designs. You can go here to print off the design.

I think it is wonderful that this company provides Free designs. The beauty of embroidery is you can make the colors you want, leave off what you don't want ie: the words, etc....stitch it on anything....I think it is a hobby that is "coming back", or at least I hope so.

~~deby

Hobby Lobby and thoughts

Can you see the last lines on this sign ? I took this picture when I was on vacation. We don't have Hobby Lobby where I live.

Now.....I am thinking "what if"...what if, other stores did this ? Would it be possible for more people to go to church ? Would they ? The ramifications of businesses closing on Sundays is a bit overwhelming when I think about it. I have to applaud Hobby Lobby for doing this. As a Christian I am glad that my husband doesn't work on Sundays. I know some "have to" ie: police, fireman, health care etc.....but hmmmm....does everyone else have to?.....yet....aren't we all the reason or part of the reason they do ? We shop on Sundays, we go to restaurants on Sundays. I don't know if this will change any of our family's habits but it sure caught my eye and made me "think"...What do you think ?

~~deby

missing family

We are home.....and already missing this family that lives some distance from us. We loved meeting and getting to know our new granddaughter.....saying good-bye...is so hard for this Nana. It was a wonderful vacation. We saw other family members we have not seen for years. I am so thankful for this time with my husband too....now I need to unpack...

~~deby

family and flavors

We are having a wonderful time spending time with our son and family.

and yessss....this includes meeting our new granddaughter.

Oh my...she is so adorable.

Her mom,Gina is such a great mom and you can tell

that this little girl has sure won her dad's heart !!

It is a blessing to see THEM with this little bundle they

love so much. We are so thankful !!!

Our son owns this coffee maker.

Well, it does Coffee, Tea, Hot Chocolate

So many flavors,

We think is is fun to use.

Do you have one?

~~Deby

Cute or what ?

Are these cute or what?

My friend, Karen sent me these for my birthday.

I love the fabric she used to trim these towels.

The neat thing is Karen and I have been friends since

8th Grade
It is wonderful to have friendships

that stand the test of time.

~~deby

39 years

Happy Anniversary

to "my guy" !!

"39" years

We were High School sweethearts!

We are still sweethearts.

I am so thankful for this guy...

I praise the Lord for him !

~~deby

8 about me

(My daughter Melissa and I at a Elizabeth George Tea)

These questions were from Susan at: BY GRACE.

I will not tag anyone, but everyone !!

Let me know if you do it so I can check out your answers.

I KNOW I am not doing it like it has been done....what can I say?

~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~
1. What is your favorite main dish to eat or to cook?

Meatloaf !!

Plain old Spaghetti

All are comfort foods--
2. What was your favorite pet, anytime in your life?

I think it would be my current little dog, Chloe.

She is my sweet companion as I am home

quite a bit.
3. Do you have any unreasonable fears?

Yes, although I don't know how unreasonable it it ?

"Bedbugs"--from Hotels etc..

Have you seen all the stuff on the news

about those critters?
4. What do you love most about your spouse?

His unconditonal love for me. His devotion to the Lord.

His work ethic. His sense of humor...the list could go on forever.
5. Are you more of a leader or a follower?
Usually a leader.
6. What is your favorite book of the Bible?

Psalms--I love it all, though
7. Is there a hobby or skill you'd like to learn but have never done it,

for whatever reason?

I want to learn how to paint Roses

any teachers out there in my area?
8. What is your decorating style?
Electic, shabby, comfort..love white painted furniture,

Tiffany lamps, this and that...I don't like matchy, matchy--

it seems to Doctor's officey to me...

I know...I am weird.

~*~*~*~*~

sooo if you want to do this...feel free...

or add your own questions.

~~deby

I did this today because it is my birthday

Best for us

When we pray, we should,

first of all, pray that God's will

would be fulfilled through our lives.

We shouldn't pray simply to obtain things for ourselves,

but we must pray according to God's will.

God only wants what's best for us,

and we should pray for His will to be done.

--Paul Chappell

a believing heart

"Give me a stout heart to bear my own burdens. Give me a willing heart to bear the burdens of others. Give me a believing heart to cast all burdens upon Thee, O Lord."

---John Bailie

This spoke to me this morning.

~~deby

Autumn at my house

This picture does not do justice to the way the sun hit

the leaves on these trees yesterday morning.

(oops, didn't CROP out my finger)

This is what my desk looks like these days.
Many pumpkins need painting.There are two fall breadcloths that were sewn when my sister Lisa, was here. There is a book there, that I am slowly
plugging away at filling in the blanks.
sorry for this underlining, I don't know how that happened...I will blame it on blogger!

GOODWILL, treasure.
Well at least to me.
Cost:
$2.99

A little closer.
I counted up this morning.
Within 1/2 hour radius of my home
there are
16 THRIFT SHOPS

My entry.
I bought this little pine dresser
off of Craig's list.
My intention was to paint it
WHITE, of course.
It is in such good shape,
I just don't know.
I LOVE, love, love
WHITE PAINTED FURNITURE
if you have a treasure that you are selling,
cheap and it would break your heart IF you heard it was
painted white, don't even tell me.
I make NO PROMISES.
~*~*~*~*~*~
Just a bit of Autumn from my home
~~deby

more grace

I read this and just had to share it with you. It sure spoke to me.
He Giveth More Grace
Annie Flint Johnson
He giveth more grace as our burdens grow greater,
He sendeth more strength as our labors increase;
To added afflictions He addeth His mercy,
To multiplied trials he multiplies peace.

When we have exhausted our store of endurance,
When our strength has failed ere the day is half done,
When we reach the end of our hoarded resources
Our Father’s full giving is only begun.

His love has no limits, His grace has no measure,
His power no boundary known unto men;
For out of His infinite riches in Jesus
He giveth, and giveth, and giveth again.
~~deby

Target daze

Why ? Why does this aisle always call out my name?

Is this a favorite aisle of yours ?

Is it the colors, the possibilities?

You know at one time in my life

I thought I would be a school teacher.

Do you know why ?????

ONLY ....

because I wanted to be able to do the bulletin boards !

So so many options...so many colors

how can you have a favorite ?

WOW...this could be fun.
~*~*~*~
This is what happens when Deby takes her camera to Target !
~~deby

WINNER !!!

We have a winner....Cindee from The Casaus House, gave the answer I needed.

It was "Sliver"..not splinter.....I know they are the same. You see, when I saw the little riddle, I was at the bank. It was written on a dry erase board. I couldn't figure it out, so asked.
The lady told me, "sliver". I was surprised, as I had not heard that word for years. That is what we called them when I was growing up...So Cindee...EMAIL me with your address and I will mail you off your little notebook ! Hope you enjoyed this.
~~deby

synonymous, clue

ALMOST ALL comments were correct...except that it was not the answer I needed, to be EXACT....and being a VERY fair person...I have given you another clue, in the title of this post.....
Go ahead TRY AGAIN.....
~~deby

Okay....MANY many many of you are soooooo close...but if you look down, I said, THE ONE THAT EXACTLY that I was given....and no one has met that criteria... I have given you a clue....somewhat.....and you are WELCOME to guess again...think about it....most of you are so so close...first one with the EXACT WORD, I was given wins...

I read this when I was out doing some errands that my husband requested. I had to ask for the answer. The FIRST one to give the correct answer, the one exactly that I was given, WINS !!!

What will you win...I will mail you a little notebook for prayer requests or whatever exactly like the one I picked up for me for my blog-email friends prayer requests. I will not post the comments until I have a winner.

"I went into the woods and got it......I brought it home to seek it....I sat down to find it.....WHAT AM I " ?