Crazy day so far

This morning I was up at 6:00 to put stuff out for me and Kim's garage sale. We sold a lot of stuff and I ended up with about $125. Not bad for some stuff I just really wanted out of my house. I sold my curio cabinet for $50 and the guy was coming back to pick it up when it fell and broke the glass. I gave him his money back, so I would have had $175. Now it is laying on my curb for someone to take away. It's kind of a bummer, but it is one less thing in my spare bedrooms. At 9:30AM we had our first contractor come look at our kitchen and take some measurements to prepare a proposal for us. I'm really curious what he is going to say and hope the number is near what I have in my head. He's supposed to e-mail me the proposal Monday. I really think he will do a great job. Our second contractor was supposed to show at 1 and still isn't here and it is 2:45PM. I guess I need to find another company to come and give me an estimate. I was really looking forward to getting the estimates out of the way. Sometimes things don't go as planned, and am I ever learning that right now, in so many ways. Just before 1, two police cars showed up at our house. We were still outside at Kim's for the garage sale, so we went over to see what was wrong. Apparently someone called to report a disturbance and gave the cops the wrong address. We knew we hadn't done anything wrong, but for that odd moment, we were hoping we weren't in trouble. It's similar to the moment all drivers put their foot on the brakes when they see a cop, whether they are speeding or not. It feels like 6 or 7 and it isn't even 3 yet. Today has been crazy.

God's Ways and Randomness

As soon as I admit I am broken hearted, I realize that every single song on the CD I am currently listening to talks about God taking care of and restoring the broken hearted. It's amazing how God knows exactly what I need. (See previous post) In other news, I have a doctor's appointment on Monday, so if you think about it, I would appreciate your prayers. Also, BJ and I have finally decided what we are doing for vacation. We are going to Rivera Maya to an all inclusive resort for a week. We are very excited to do something we have never done before. We are planning on going the week of August 17th, so we are working quickly to get our passports and everything ready to go. We are about 11 weeks out. Wohoo!! I love vacation!! Man, this post is getting really random. I keep saying I am going to get my cabinets and countertops replaced in my kitchen this summer, but I haven't really done anything about it until now. I figure, since it is June next week, I should probably get my behind in gear. Yesterday I found a couple of companies in Arlington/Fort Worth and e-mailed them to set up a time for a consultation and estimate. I just heard back from the second company and am planning to get the estimates done this weekend. Shannon at work is so proud. She is one of those people that when she decides to do something, she gets it done. So, here's my tribute to Shannon. I played drums on Sunday at church. It was fun and I even did a few fill-ins. Jill would be so proud! If you are still reading, I would guess you are as addicted to reading blogs as I am. Actually I'm not sure anyone reads this besides me and BJ. So there's the update. I hope it provided a few minutes of entertainment for our faithful readers, if there are any of you.

Brokenhearted

I have been going through some stuff lately that is just been really hard on me. Today at church I was finally able to put my finger on it (with God's help). I'm not mad, or scared, or hurt as I previously thought. I'm brokenhearted. I'm trusting God, but it just seems like I keep getting my heart broken. For me, that's good news. You want to know why? Because Jesus was anointed to heal the brokenhearted, so that means he can fix me.

1 Year

Ok, so I'm a little late in posting, but on May 10th I had been out of school for one year. WOW! Time flies! I am really enjoying all my free time and being able to choose what to do when I'm not working. That doesn't really mean I'm not busy, because if you know me you know I like staying busy. I am still teaching Sunday School, Missionettes, Children's church once a month, playing piano on the praise team every week and singing once a month, and now I have added a new responsibility. I am currently working on planning a ladies conference. I am in charge of registration and I am really loving getting to be in charge of that. A few years ago, I would have been scared to death to have to be in charge, but God has changed me and I am more than happy to use the talents God has given me for his kingdom.

I Love The Rain!

So I'm sitting here at my desk looking at the rain and hearing it on my window. I don't know what it is about rain, but it is so refreshing. It comes and washes away the dead and brings life. If you are in my Sunday School class and reading this, or even if you read one of the earlier posts about freedom, you know that rain and freedom go hand in hand for me. To me freedom is dancing in the rain. It's that feeling of being a kid again with no cares in the world. I think next time I'm home and it starts raining, I just might go stand in the rain for a while.

God Stops

Have you ever taken the time to look back at life and see where God was working behind the scenes and you didn't even notice? In Sunday School a couple of weeks ago we talked about passing on God stories to future generations. Today I purchased a journal to be used to record answered prayers and ways God is moving in my life as they happen. I hope to be able to look back and be encouraged by God's hand at work in my life. God is doing amazing things and I want to remember and give thanks for his goodness toward me. "One generation will commend your works to another; they will tell of your mighty acts. They will speak of the glorious splendor of your majesty, and I will meditate on your wonderful works. They will tell of the power of your awesome works, and I will proclaim your great deeds. They will celebrate your abundant goodness and joyfully sing of your righteousness." Psalms 145: 4-7

5 Years

For our anniversary, we escaped to a little cabin south of Glenrose on Friday. We have never really done anything for our anniversary besides going out to eat, so it was nice. We enjoyed a relaxing day at the cabin. BJ fished at the private catch and release pond and I read on the porch while watching him from a distance. Friday night we went to the Brazos Drive-In and saw Wolverine. Saturday, we ate cinnamon rolls for breakfast and went shopping in down town Granbury until it started pouring down rain. We had a nice time and would definately recommend the cabins for someone who wants to get away from the busyness of the city for a few days. There were a lot of hiking trails on the 160 acre property, but we didn't really have time to explore it. We discussed going back in the future for a little longer stay.