Christmas goodies...

For Christmas I got a mp3 player, a glade flame less candle, a fashion book, a watch, lots of money, chocolate, a princess sign for my desk (because I'm a Princess! lol)
I also got a gift card for Toys R us, a new Bible, the movie "Nim's Island", a book marker and pin set.
A bracelet and necklace set and a pretty flower blanket!

I love CHRISTmas!!!!

Merry Christmas to All!!!!!!

MERRY CHRISTMAS!!!

I hope everyone is enjoying the holidays.

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What's your fave thing about Christmas??

Christmas on the air

The Christmas play at our church was titled Christmas on the Air.
I played a feisty high school girl named Joanne.
It was great!
My dad was in it too.

Christmas is coming...

December is a very busy month for me.
Right now I'm knitting things for my grandma, Noah and Mrs. Angie.
Last month I knitted hats for my triplet cousins, something for my dad and slippers for ME!!!!
I also have to practice for a Christmas Play @ our church.
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Are you ready for Christmas?

What I'm Thankful for...

mom
dad
Noah
Caleb
friends
Chocolate & Vanilla
Everyone @ church
cousins
aunts & uncles
grandmas & grandpa
Greatgrandma
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What are you thankful for?

Thanksgiving.....

My dad, Noah, Caleb and I went DOWN to Flordia to see cousins for Thanksgiving.
My mom and grandma went UP to Iowa to see my Greatgrandma for Thanksgiving.
We had a lot of fun!!!

What did ya'll do for Thanksgiving?

My Artwork!

My Artwork!!!

Triplets are so cute!

We went over to see our triplet cousins today.
They are So cute!!!!
They are almost 4.
Hayes is the boy, and Emma and Kate are the girls.

Tae Kwon Do

Noah and my dad are now taking TaeKwonDo at Looneys Skate rink.
They really like it!
Noah loves taekwondo.

Rabbits B-day

The bunnies birthday was August 10th.
Happy birthday!
They are now 6.

Camp Victory

I when to camp the last week of July.
It was fun!!
I made a lot of new friends.
I also saw a old friend, That's you Mal!

Braves Game

We went to the Braves Game last Saturday.
It was a lot of fun!
The Braves won!
Yea!!!!
The boys went to the skate board in Atlanta.
they had fun.

PCC Teen Extreme Camp

The teen camp was a blast!
I had so much fun!
I went with Sarah Jordan.

SORRY!!!!

Sorry I have not posted anything in a while!
I've been busy!

Volley ball is hard!!

Today I had my first volley ball practice.
it was 1 p.m. to 3p.m.
Soccer is SOOOO much easier!!!
I kind of like volley ball though.

Meaning of color and your b-day

1. Which is your favorite color out of: red , black , blue , green , or yellow?
2. Your first initial?
3. Your month of birth?
4. Which color do you like more, black or white?
5. Name of a person of the same gender as yours.
6. Your favorite number?
7. Do you like Flying or Driving more?
8. Do you like a lake or the ocean more?
9. Write down a wish (a realistic one).
When you're done, scroll down. (Don't cheat!)

Answers 1. If you choose: Red - You are alert and your life is full of love Black - You are conservative and aggressive.
green - Your soul is relaxed and you are laid back.
blue - You are spontaneous and love kisses and affection from the ones you love.
yellow - You are a very happy person and give good advice to those who are down.
2. If your initial is: A-K You have a lot of love and friendships in your life. L-R You try to enjoy your life to the maximum & your love life is soon to blossom.
S-Z You like to help others and your future love life looks very good..
3. If you were born in:
Jan-Mar: The year will go very well for you and you will discover that you fall in love with someone totally unexpected.
April-June: You will have a strong love relationship that will not last long but the memories will last forever.
July-Sep: You will have a great year and will experience a major life-changing experience for the good.
Oct-Dec: Your love life will not be great, but eventually you will find your soul mate..
4. If you chose:
Black: Your life will take on a different direction, it will seem hard at the time but will be the best thing for you, and you will be glad for the change. White: You will have a friend who completely confides in you and would do anything for you, but you may not realize it.
5. This person is your best friend.
6 This is how many close friends you have in your lifetime.
7. If you chose:
Flying: You like adventure.
Driving: You are a laid back person.
8. If you chose:
Lake : You are loyal to your friends and your lover and are very reserved. Ocean: You are spontaneous and like to please people.

Biscuits

Tonight we are going to go to see the Biscuits game.
( if it doesn't get rained out!)
We were going to go to Emerald Falls to do some putt putt ,BUT it just had to rain!
We get free tickets to the Biscuits b/c my dad's work is providing the tickets!
Cool!

25 reasons

25 REASONS WHY I LOVE MY MOTHER
1. My mother taught me TO APPRECIATE A JOB WELL DONE . 'If you're going to kill each other, do it outside. I just finished cleaning.
2. My mother taught me RELIGION. 'You better pray that will come out of the carpet.'
3. My mother taught me about TIME TRAVEL . 'If you don't straighten up, I'm going to knock you into the middle of next week!'
4. My mother taught me LOGIC. ' Because I said so, that's why.'
5. My mother taught me MORE LOGI C . 'If you fall out of that swing and break your neck, you're not going to the store with me.'
6. My mother taught me FORESIGHT. 'Make sure you wear clean underwear, in case you're in an accident.'
7. My mother taught me IRONY 'Keep crying, and I'll give you something to cry about.'
8. My mother taught me about the science o f OSMOSIS. 'Shut your mouth and eat your supper.'
9. My mother taught me about CONTORTIONISM . 'Will you look at that dirt on the back of your neck?'
10. My mother taught me about STAMINA. 'You'll sit there until all that spinach is gone.'
11. My mother taught me about WEATHER . 'This room of yours looks as if a tornado went through it.'
12. My mother taught me about HYPOCRISY. 'If I told you once, I've told you a million times. Don't exaggerate!'
13. My mother taught me the CIRCLE OF LIFE . 'I brought you into this world, and I can take you out.'
14. My mother taught me about BEHAVIOR MODIFICATION. 'Stop acting like your father!
' 15. My mother taught me about ENVY. 'There are millions of less fortunate children in this world who don't have wonderful parents like you do.'
16. My mother taught me about ANTICIPATION. 'Just wait until we get home.'
17. My mother taught me about RECEIVING . 'You are going to get it when you get home!'
18. My mother taught me MEDICAL SCIENCE. 'If you don't stop crossing your eyes, they are going to freeze that way.'
19. My mother taught me ESP . 'Put your sweater on; don't you think I know when you are cold?'
20. My mother taught me HUMOR. 'When that lawn mower cuts off your foot, don't come running to me.'
21. My mother taught me HOW TO BECOME AN ADULT . 'If you don't eat your vegetables, you'll never grow up.
' 22. My mother taught me GENETICS.'You're just like your father.'
23. My mother taught me about my ROOTS. 'Shut that door behind you. Do you think you were born in a barn?
' 24. My mother taught me WISDOM. 'When you get to be my age, you'll understand.'
25. My mother taught me about JUSTICE 'One day you'll have kids, and I hope they turn out just like you.'

Bible Humor

A father was approached by his small son who told him proudly, "I know what the Bible means!" His father smiled and replied, "What do you mean, you 'know' what the Bible means?" The son replied, "I do know!" "Okay," said his father. "What does the Bible mean?" "That's easy, Daddy..." the young boy replied excitedly,? It stands for 'Basic Information Before Leaving Earth.' (This one is my favorite)
There was a very gracious lady who was mailing an old family Bible to her brother in another part of the country. "Is there anything breakable in here?" asked the postal clerk. "Only the Ten Commandments." answered the lady .
"Somebody has said there are only two kinds of people in the world. There are those who wake up in the morning and say, "Good morning, Lord," And there are those who wake up in the morning and say, "Good Lord, its morning."
A minister parked his car in a no-parking zone in a large city because he was short of time and couldn't find a space with a meter. Then he put a note under the windshield wiper that read: "I have circled the block 10 times. If I don't park here, I'll miss my appointment. Forgive us our trespasses." When he returned, he found a citation from a police officer along with this note "I've circled this block for 10 years. If I don't give you a ticket I'll lose my job. Lead us not into temptation."
There is the story of a pastor who got up one Sunday and announced to his Congregation: "I have good news and bad news. The good news is we have enough money to pay for our new building program. The bad news is it's still out there in your pockets."
While driving in Pennsylvania, a family caught up to an Amish carriage. The owner of the carriage obviously had a sense of humor, because attached to the back of the carriage was a hand printed sign... "Energy efficient vehicle: Runs on oats and grass. Caution: Do not step in exhaust."
A Sunday School teacher began her lesson with a question, "Boys and girls, what do we know about God?" A hand shot up in the air.. "He is an artist!" said the kindergarten boy. "Really? How do you know?" the teacher asked. "You know - Our Father, who does art in Heaven... "
A minister waited in line to have his car filled with gas just before a long holiday weekend. The attendant worked quickly, but there were many cars ahead of him. Finally, the attendant motioned him toward a vacant pump. "Reverend," said the young man, "I'm so sorry about the delay. It seems as if everyone waits until the last minute to get ready for a long trip." The minister chuckled, "I know what you mean. It's the same in my business." People want the front of the bus, the back of the church, and the center of attention.
Sunday after church, a Mom asked her very young daughter what the lesson was about. The daughter answered, "Don't be scared, you'll get your quilt." Needless to say, the Mom was perplexed. Later in the day, the pastor stopped by for tea and the Mom asked him what that morning's Sunday school lesson was about. He said "Be not afraid, thy comforter is coming."
The minister was preoccupied with thoughts of how he was going to ask the congregation to come up with more money than they were expecting for repairs to the church building. Therefore, he was annoyed to find that the regular organist was sick and a substitute had been brought in at the last minute. The substitute wanted to know what to play. "Here's a copy of the service," he said impatiently. "But, you'll have to think of something to play after I make the announcement about the finances." During the service, the minister paused and said, "Brothers and Sisters, we are in great difficulty; the roof repairs cost twice as much as we expected and we need $4,000 more. Any of you who can pledge $100 or more, please stand up." At that moment, the substitute organist played "The Star Spangled Banner." And that is how the substitute became the regular organist!
Give me a sense of humor, Lord, Give me the grace to see a joke, To get some humor out of life, And pass it on to other folk

Trip to Georgia.....

We just got back from Georgia. We were visiting our grandparents and Great aunts and uncles this weekend.
Last night we went out to eat with everyone. Then we went to Aunt Debbie's house for pineapple cake and coconut cake. Aunt Debbie and Uncle Mac have a very cute (and VERY Energetic!) dog named J.R. ( she's a jack russell terrier).
This morning we went to church with them too.
We had a LOT of fun, but we're glad to be home!!!

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Supposedly a true story...Mr. Johnson, a businessman from Wisconsin, went on a business trip to Louisiana. He immediately sent an e-mail back home to his wife, Jennifer (JenJohnson@AOL.com). Unfortunately, he forgot his wife's exact e-mail address and the e-mail ended up going to a Mrs.Joan Johnson (JJohnson@AOL.com) of New Jersey, the wife of a preacher who had just passed away. The preacher's wife took one look at the e-mail and promptly fainted.
When she was finally revived by her daughter, she nervously pointed to the message, which read: "Arrived safely, but it sure is hot down here."
"Barney"A four year old was at the pediatrician for a check up. As the doctor looked down her ears with an otoscope, he asked, "Do you think I'll find Big Bird in here?" The little girl stayed silent. Next, the doctor took a tongue depressor and looked down her throat. He asked, "Do you think I'll find the Cookie Monster down there?" Again, the little girl was silent. Then the doctor put a stethoscope to her chest. As he listened to her heart beat, he asked, "Do you think I'll hear Barney in there?" "Oh, no!" the little girl replied. "Jesus is in my heart. Barney's on my underpants."

Great truths from small children

Great Truths from Small Children
No matter how hard you try, you can't baptize cats.When your mom is mad at your dad, don't let her brush your hair.If your sister hits you, don't hit her back.They always catch the second person.Never ask your 3-year old brother to hold a tomato.You can't trust dogs to watch your food.Reading what people write on desks can teach you a lot.Don't sneeze when someone is cutting your hair.Puppies still have bad breath even after eating a tic tac.Never hold a dustbuster and a cat at the same time.School lunches stick to the wall.You can't hide a piece of broccoli in a glass of milk.Don't wear polka-dot underwear under white shorts.The best place to be when you are sad is in Grandma's lap.It's hard to unlearn a bad word.Ask Why until you understand.It's easier to see the mistakes on someone else's paper.A pencil without an eraser may as well just be a pen.It's only fun to play school when you're the teacher.Sometimes the best one in the play has the fewest lines.Twelve is a lot older than eight.Sometimes your best move is blocked by your own checkers.Some nights it's not worth fighting over who gets the top bunk.Don't expect your friends to be as excited about your "100" as you are.Don't say that the "Last One is a Rotten Egg" unless you're absolutely sure there's a slow kid behind you.If you don't like the birthday girl, don't go to the party.Crawling still gets you there.If you want a kitten, start out by asking for a horse.Your room gets smaller as you get bigger.You can't start over just because you're losing the game When you're dressed up like a princess, it's easier to act like one.If a tree had apples last year, don't expect pears this year.One drop of black paint from the brush clouds the whole cup of water.You can't be everyone's best friend.A snow day is more fun than a vacation day.All libraries smell the same.Say grace.If you want someone to listen to you, whisper it.Sometimes you have to take the test before you've finished studying.Silence can be an answer.Ask where things come from.If you throw a ball at someone, they'll probably throw it back.Don't nod on the phone.
From: http://louisvilleemmaus.com/jokes2.html

Other jokes...

A child came home from Sunday School and told his mother that he had learned a new song about a cross-eyed bear named Gladly. It took his mother a while before she realized that the hymn was really "Gladly The Cross I'd Bear."

A SHORT HISTORY OF MEDICINE:
"Doctor, I have an ear ache."2000 BC - "Here, eat this root."1000 BC - "That root is heathen, say this prayer."1850 AD - "That prayer is superstition, drink this potion."1940 AD - "That potion is snake oil, swallow this pill."1985 AD - "That pill is ineffective, take this antibiotic."2000 AD - "That antibiotic is artificial. Here, eat this root!"
One summer evening during a violent thunderstorm a mother was tucking her small boy into bed. She was about to turn off the light when he asked with a tremor in his voice,"Mommy, will you sleep with me tonight?" The mother smiled and gave him a reassuring hug. "I can't dear," she said. "I have to sleep in Daddy's room." A long silence was broken at last by his shaky little voice: "The big sissy."
Locked Car Door
A woman was at work when she received a phone call that her daughter was very sick with a fever. She left her work and stopped by the pharmacy to get some medication. She got back to her car and found that she had locked her keys in the car.
She didn't know what to do, so she called home and told the baby sitter what had happened. The baby sitter told her that her the fever was getting worse. She said, "You might find a coat hanger and use that to open the door."
The woman looked around and found an old rusty coat hanger that had been thrown down on the ground, possibly by someone else who at some time or other had locked their keys in their car. Then she looked at the hanger and said, "I don't know how to use this."
So she bowed her head and asked God to send her some help. Within five minutes an old rusty car pulled up, with a dirty, greasy, bearded man who was wearing an old biker skull rag on his head. The woman thought, "This is what you sent to help me?" But, she was desperate, so she was also very thankful.
The man got out of his car and asked her if he could help. She said, "Yes, my daughter is very sick. I stopped to get her some medication and I locked my keys in my car. I must get home to her. Please, can you use this hanger to unlock my car?"
He said, "Sure". He walked over to the car, and in less than a minute the car was opened. She hugged the man and through her tears she said, "Thank You So Much! You are a very nice man."
The man replied, "Lady, I am not a nice man. I just got out of prison today. I was in prison for car theft and have only been out for about an hour."
The woman hugged the man again and with sobbing tears cried out loud, "Oh, Thank you God! You even sent me a Professional!"
An elderly woman had just returned to her home from an evening of religious service when she was startled by an intruder. As she caught the man in the act of robbing her home of its valuables, she yelled, "Stop - Acts 2:38!" (..turn from your sin...) The burglar stopped dead in his tracks. The woman calmly called the police and explained what she had done.
As the officer cuffed the man to take him in, he asked the burglar, "Why did you just stand there? All the old lady did was yell a scripture to you."
"Scripture?" replied the burglar, "She said she had an AXE and two 38's!"
Mahatma Gandhi was quite a spiritual person. He walked barefoot everywhere, to the point that his feet became quite thick and hard.
Even when he was not on a hunger strike, he didn't eat much. Over time he became quite thin and frail. Furthermore, due to his diet, he wound up with very bad breath. Therefore he came to be known as a.....
"Super calloused fragile mystic plagued with halitosis."
"A Little Mouse At The Pearly Gates"
A little mouse died and went to the Pearly Gates where St. Peter met him and invited to come in, but the mouse told him he wanted to look around first. St Peter said that was okay with him. After looking around the mouse approached St. Peter and told him he would like to stay but it is too big there and he would get tired running around all day. St. Peter thought for awhile and said he had just the thing for him, a pair of roller skates so the mouse decided to stay. Soon a cat died and went to the Pearly Gates where St. Peter met him and invited him in also, the cat wanted to look around too. After spotting the mouse on roller skates the cat said, "Boy oh boy, you have meals on wheels I will stay."

From:http://louisvilleemmaus.com/jokes2.html

Season 5

Tonight we are watching Season 5 on Jon and Kate plus 8.
The sextuplets turned 5.
Today was a marathon of Jon and Kate.

Georgia...

This Saturday we are going to Georgia to see our grandparents.
We will leave early on Saturday morning and come back on Sunday afternoon.

Fishing

The boys went fishing today.
Mom and I stayed home b/c my mom is sick. ( poor mom!)
They didn't catch any thing though.

Caleb's B-day

Today was Caleb's b-day!
He turned 10.
He got a havoc heli ( a helicopter).
We went to Captain D's for supper.
We haved Chocolate cake, chocolate icing and chocolate ice-cream.
It was CHOCOLATE WORLD!!!!

Volley Ball Camp

The past two days I had volley ball camp at Faulkner.
This year will be the first year I've played volley ball.
It was fun though.
I am really sore!
Volley ball is a lot harder than soccer!!!

4H Center

On Wednesday we when to the 4H Center in Clanton.
We got up at 6:00 am and left our house at 7:00 am.
At the 4H center, we did a rock climb, tree swing, and a animal science thing.
The tree swing was a lot of FUN!!!

Pool Party

On Monday we when to the last meeting of our Keepers of the Faith Club.
We got to swim!
It was really FUN!!!

Braves Game

Yesterday we also when to Alanta to watch the Braves game with our cousins. The Braves played against the Diamondbacks. They lost 12 to 0.
It was a lot of fun though!
My brothers and I were on the big screen. We ate supper at 10:30 and got home at 1:30 am today.

The last of soccer...

Yesterday we had our last soccer game. We tied 1 to 1.
We also had our end of season party. It was a lot of fun!
We got a trophy. I can't play soccer at Frazer any more b/c I'm to old ( 12 yrs. old is the age limit).

Rabbits

We have two rabbits named Chocolate and Vanilla.
They are brothers and have been together since birth.
They are 5 years old.
Their b-day is August 10th.
Vanilla is bigger than Chocolate, but he is kind of shy.
I call Chocolate my " Wild Child", b/c that's what he is.
Oh, and before I forget, We have had the rabbits for about 9 months.
I have been wanting a rabbit for about 3 1/2 years.

Rain, rain go away!

It has been raining for a long time.
We have a ditch in our back yard and it is over flowing!
Our yard is starting to flood!
The water is REALLY high!!!!
Rain, Rain, Go Away!!!

Auburn Baseball

Yesterday we saw the Auburn Baseball game with our 4H group.
Auburn played Ole Miss.
The last enning got rained out.
Auburn lost 11 to 4.
it was a lot of fun though!!!!

Horseisle.com

Horseisle.com is a cool website.
Check it out!

Three Musketeers

The three musketeers play was good acting wise.
I was very disappointed though that it had a lot of bad language.
Over all, on a scale of 1 to 10, I'd give it a 6.

Space and Rocket Center

The space and rocket center was so cool!
It was really fun.
They have a ride called the space shot ( it went about 60 feet straight up into the air)
My youngest brother ( he's 9) went on it 11 times.
My mom went on it about 8 times, and my dad and other brother went on it only once.

Busy Week

Last week we were really busy.
Tuesday-Sign Language class
Wednesday- We went to Camp Victory for Horsemanship Day. It was really fun! We got to saddle, groom and ride Horses!
Wednesday Night- Church
Thursday- We went to the Three Musketeer Play.
Thurday Night- Soccer Practice
Saturday- We went to the Space and Rocket Center with our 4H group
Sunday- Church all day
Monday- Soccer games. ( we lost 3 to 1 )
Tuesday- Sign Language Class

Internet Trouble....

Hi!
Sorry I have not posted in a week.
Our internet stopped working last week.
But now we have internet!
Yay!
So I can post again!

Scarf Pattern

Scarf Pattern
Cast on 12 (or desired width)
Row 1: knit
Row 2: knit
Row 3: K1, *yo twice, K1; repeat from * to end.
Row 4: Knit across, dropping the yo loops as you go.

Repeat these 4 rows until desired length.
(K1 = knit one)
(yo = yarn over)

Dishwashing Fun

Hi! Do you know that dishwashing can be a very fun chore? Or do you think that washing dishes is the worst job around? Although dishwashing is an everyday chore, it can be a fun and enjoyable one if you go at it with a right attitude and the right tools.

The right equipment is an important part of making dishwashing pleasant. First, you need clean, hot water. It is especially important to have the water hot. With hot water the dishes get cleaner with less effort and soap. It is nice to have the rinse water hot, too, but not as necessary. Soap too, is important. Use a good soap. Use the right amount, as too little soap will make it harder to wash the dishes clean; whereas too much will leave soap on the dishes, and you’ll have to rinse a lot. Having a good dishcloth that is the right size for your hands is a good idea. It should be clean. Things such as scrub brushes, bottle brushes, scratch pads, etc. are very helpful. Another tool is clean, dry towels so you can dry fast and thoroughly. Get a dry one when yours gets wet.

It often helps you to forget how boring the job is if you sing or do something like that while you’re doing dishes. Sing by heart, or prop a book where you can glance at it while you work. Keep working. If you have a helper, try picking songs. Or try humming or whistling a song while the other guesses the title. Another thing that can be done is have your memory verses on a paper where you can see it. Practice your memory work while you do dishes. You will have plenty of time to practice like that.

Set a time limit on getting the dishes done. Be sure it is long enough to do them properly. It doesn’t help to do them fast if you don’t do them properly. Estimate about how long it will take you, and try to get them done in that amount of time. Try to get faster at it. There are so many other things that you could think up of to make dishwashing go faster. Use your imagination.
Start washing the dishes immediately after you have finished eating, if at all possible. The dishes will wash easier, and if you procrastinate, the job seems to get uglier. Pitch in, and work vigorously like you want to get them done. Poking around on the job doesn’t make it easier or fun.

The Bible says in Colossians 3:17, “And whatsoever ye do in word or deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God and the Father by him.” Wash your dishes as if you are washing them for Jesus. You want to do your best for Him. And don’t complain. Don’t whine, “Why do I have to wash them?”, or other similar complaints. God doesn’t want us to complain. Besides, just be glad that you have food to make dishes dirty. If you didn’t have food to eat, dishes wouldn’t get dirty, and you wouldn’t have to wash them. My guess is that you would rather have the food to eat and the dishes to wash, than to go without food. There are many people in the world who don’t have dishes to wash because they don’t have food to eat. In conclusion, I’d like to say that dish washing is fun, when you have the right equipment and a good attitude about it. Do your best for God. Dawn Martin- Potsdam, NY

My Mom's Website

Hey!

My mom is a demonstrator for Stampin' Up!

Stampin' Up! is card and scrapbook making company.

Check out my mom's website at n2ink.stampinup.net

This is a sample of one of her cards

Just for fun

The neutron walks into a cafe and buys some milk. He asked the lady how much he had to pay.
She says, " No charge for you!"

Doctor, Doctor, I've broke my arm in two places!
Well don't go back there again then!

What happened when the lion ate the comedian?
He felt funny!
A sure cure
Three Pastors in the south were having lunch in a diner.
One said "Ya know, since summer started I've been having trouble with bats in my loft and attic at church. I've tried everything--noise, spray, cats--nothing seems to scare them away.
Another said "Yea, me too. I've got hundreds living in my attic. I've even had the place fumigated, and they won't go away."
The third said, "I baptized all mine, and made them members of the church... Haven't seen one back since!!!"
The Army of the Lord
A friend was in front of me coming out of church one day, and the preacher was standing at the door as he always is to shake hands. He grabbed my friend by the hand and pulled him aside.
The Pastor said to him, "You need to join the Army of the Lord!"
My friend replied, "I'm already in the Army of the Lord, Pastor." Pastor questioned, "How come I don't "see you except at Christmas and Easter?"
He whispered back, "I'm in the secret service."

The Three Hymns
One Sunday a pastor told his congregation that the church needed some extra money and asked the people to prayerfully consider giving a little extra in the offering plate. He said that whoever gave the most would be able to pick out three hymns.
After the offering plates were passed, the pastor glanced down and noticed that someone had placed a $1,000 bill in offering. He was so excited that he immediately shared his joy with his congregation and said he'd like to personally thank the person who placed the money in the plate.
And there sat our Rosie all the way in the back shyly raised her hand. The pastor asked her to come to the front. Slowly she made her way to the pastor. He told her how wonderful it was that she gave so much and in thanksgiving asked her to pick out three hymns.
Her eyes brightened as she looked over the congregation, pointed to the three most handsome men in the building and said, "I'll take him and him and him!"

Show and Tell
A kindergarten teacher gave her class a "show and tell" assignment of bringing something to represent their religion.
The first boy got in front of the class and said, "My name is Benjamin and I am Jewish and this is the Star of David."
The second boy got in front of the class and said, "My name is Mary. I'm am Catholic and this is the Crucifix."
The third boy got in front of the class and said, "My name is Tommy and I am Baptist and this is a casserole."

Remarkable Parrot
Three sons left home, went out on their own and prospered. They discussed the gifts they were able to give their elderly mother. The first said: "I built a big house for our mother."
The second said: "I sent her a Mercedes with a driver."
The third said: "You remember how our mother enjoys reading the Bible. Now she can't see very well. So I sent her a remarkable parrot that recites the entire Bible. It took elders in the church 12 years to teach him. Mama just has to name the chapter and verse and the parrot recites it."
Soon thereafter, their mother sent out her letters of thanks.
"Milton," she said, "the house you built is so huge. I live only in one room, but I have to clean the whole house.
"Gerald," she said, "I am too old to travel. I stay most of the time at home so I rarely use the Mercedes. And that driver is so rude! He's a pain!"
"But Donald," she said, "the little chicken you sent was delicious!"

Children of Israel
Mr. Goldblatt," announced little Joey, "there's somethin' I can't figger out." "What's that Joey?" asked Goldblatt.
"Well accordin' to the Bible, the Children of Israel crossed the Red Sea, right?"
"Right."
"An' the Children of Israel beat up the Phillistines, right?"
"Er--right." "An' the Children of Israel built the Temple, right?"
"Again you're right."
"An' the Children of Israel fought the 'gyptians, an' the Children of Israel fought the Romans, an' the Children of Israel wuz always doin' somethin' important, right?"
"All that is right, too," agreed Goldblatt. "So what's your question?"
"What I wanna know is this," demanded Joey. "What wuz all the grown-ups doin?"

Three Wise Women
You do know what would have happened if it had been three wise WOMEN instead of men, don't you?
They would have asked for directions, arrived on time, helped deliver the baby, cleaned the stable, made a casserole, and brought disposable diapers as gifts!

What God Looks Like
A kindergarten teacher was observing her classroom of children while they drew. She would occasionally walk around to see each child's artwork. As she came to one little girl who was working diligently, she asked what the drawing was.
The girl replied, "I'm drawing God."
The teacher paused and said, "But no one knows what God looks like."
Without missing a beat, or looking up from her drawing the girl replied,. . . . "They will in a minute."

Liquid, Fragile or Perishable?
When a woman decided to send the old family Bible to her brother in another state, the postal worker asked her if there was anything breakable in the package.
"Only the Ten Commandments," she replied.

Men in Heaven - Who is the Head of the Household?
At the end of the age when all the believers were standing in line waiting to get into heaven, God appeared and said, "I want all the men to form two lines. One line will be for the men who were the true heads of their households. The other will be for the men who were dominated by their wives."
God continued, "I want all the women to report to St. Peter."
The women left and the men formed two lines. The line of men who were dominated by their wives was seemingly unending. The line of men who were the true head of their household had one man in it.
God said to the first line, "You men ought to be ashamed or yourselves. I appointed you to be the heads of your households and you were disobedient and have not fulfilled your purpose. Of all of you, there is only one man who obeyed me. Learn from him."
Then God turned to the lone man and asked, "How did you come to be in this line?"
The man replied, "My wife told me to stand here."

Silky hair

Condition: For smooth, silky hair, beat an egg yolk in a bowl, then mix in a tsp. of olive oil. Add a cup of warm water. Wet hair and put on mixure. Rinse off mixture and shampoo hair. Rinse.

What are your favorite hair care tips?

Skin Care Tips

Exfoliate: Mix together 1 tbsp. of plain yogurt , 1 drizzle of honey and 1 tsp. of granulated sugar. Rub the mixture gently over your face to exfoliate your skin, and leave it glowing. Rinse well.

Dark circles under your eyes: Cut a fresh fig in half and place the halves over your eyes for 15 minutes, while lying on your bed relaxing.

Tired eyes: Place two slices of cucumber over your eyes.

To soothe eyes: Soak two cotton pads in rose water, milk or aloe vera juice and place on your eye lids.

What are your favorite makeup and skin care tips?

God has a positive answer

God has a Positive Answer

You say:"It's Impossible"
God says: All things are possible (Luke 18:27)
You say: "I'm too tired"
God says: I will give you rest (Matthew 11:28-30)
You say: "Nobody really loves me"
God says: I love you (John 3:16 & John 3:34)
You say: "I can't go on"
God says: My grace is sufficient (2 Corinthians 12:9 & John3:34) You say: "I can't figure things out"
God says: I will direct your steps (Proverbs 3:5-6)
You say: "I can't do it"
God says: You can do all things (Philippians 4:13)
You say: "I'm not able"
God says: I am able (2 Corinthians 9:8)
You say: "It's not worth it"
God says: It will be worth it (Romans 8:28)
You say: "I can't forgive myself"
God says: I forgive you (1 John 1:9 & Romans 8:1)
You say: "I can't manage"
God says: I will supply all your needs (Philippians 4:19)
You say: "I'm afraid"
God says: I have not give you a spirit of fear (2 Timothy 1:7)
You say: "I'm always worried and frustrated"
God says: Cast all your cares on ME (1 Peter 5:7)
You say: "I'm not smart enough"
God says: I give you wisdom (1 Corinthians 1:30)
You say: "I feel all alone"
God says: I will never leave you or forsake you (Hebrews 13:5)

Easy Poncho

I made this poncho for my triplet cousins.
Enjoy!

Skill level:easy
Finished Dimensions:Sized to fit 12 months (18 months, 2-4 years, 6-8 years)
To fit chest measurement:
12 months: 18"
18 months: 19"
2-4 years: 23"
6-8 years: 26 1/2"

Finished length (neck to point):
12 months: 11-1/2"
18 months: 13"
2-4 years: 15-1/2"
6-8 years: 17-1/2"

Yarn: 180 yds (180 yds, 360 yds, 360 yds)
Needles: 5 mm/ U.S. 8

Directions:
Front and Back ( make 2 pieces alike)
Cast on 65 (73,85,97) sts.
Row 1 (WS): K1, *P1, rep. from * to end of row.
Rep. Row 1 (seed st) twice more.
*Next Row (RS): K2, K2tog, K to last 4 sts, Sl1, K1, psso, K2.
Beginning with a purl row, work 3 rows in St st.
Rep. last 4 rows (from *) 10 times more.
[43 (51, 63, 75) sts]
Next Row (RS) : K2, K2tog, K to last 4 sts, Sl1, K1, psso, K2.
Next Row: Purl.
Rep. last 2 rows 5 (9, 14, 19) times more
[ 31 (31, 33, 35) sts]

Bind off Kwise

Finishing: Sew center front and center back seams.

My First Blog Post

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