The Edwards

Food For Thought!

2009-06-08T07:25:00.000-07:00

If you will decide to do the difficult things God is telling you to do—even when it looks impossible—if you’ll choose to be obedient, then God will do more than you could ask or think.

Wonderful VERSUS!

2009-06-02T10:43:00.001-07:00

"...If God be for us, who can be against us?"
(Romans 8:31, KJV)

Im GLAD to be home!!!!!

FATIH in our GOD!

2009-05-31T05:39:00.000-07:00

WHERE ARE YOU?
That’s all I keep asking myself then God says to me who are you looking for? Making me think who I m I hope to hear from or see walk though my hospital door, My Family, My Sister, Friends, MOPS moms -- But yet know one calls or comes. Maybe they don’t know with more and more maybes came to my mind. When God says I’m here I have never left you I LOVE YOU my daughter. And for those that have called, send cards, flowers stopped in to see you…There is more LOVE than you know.

I STILL NEED ALL OF YOU: cleaning, cooking, shopping, driving me around and most of PRAYERS and SUPPORT…my recover 4-6 weeks WOW

At the time I didn’t see it that way. ALL that I could see - think was where are they.
My MOPS moms WOW Never would of thought.- Made me think why should I can about them? Or MOPS
Closed Friends WOW what a let down. - I’m done helping them.
FAMILY members that didn’t have time to call or stop in. WOW huge let down! I see where I STAND!

Then God said I will never leave you or for sake you I LOVE YOU Shaunda reach for me.

I’m not sure if you all know the whole story but I’ll make it short:

Tuesdays May 19th I came to FTMC after leaving Dr. Mark Biglers offices in which he help in saving my life. Not really know what was going on since I have been sick for about 3 months or so with all the same things as today. But this day was different: arriving at FTMC with test after test after test it came to be 7pm and the ER doctor says were turning you over to Doctor Said. He will be here in a hour or so, not even 15mins he comes around the curtain saying to me you will be going to surgery around 9pm will take us about 1hr and should be back to room around 11pm. WOW to my surprise flash back to April 2008 when I went though all of this with MO. Never really scared more of shock. All went as planed just has he said. SMILES

Day 1 Wed20th : Pain yes, hard to walk yes, not easy getting out of bed yes, All I did was taken those baby steps. THANKING God all day all giving him PRIASE!!!!

DAY 2 Thurs 21st : Its time to come home not feeling good but really didn’t know how to feel . I asked a lot of question but still didn’t t make since. Pain med didn’t help me now but that was ok with me. STILL praise God

DAY 3 Fri 22nd : Pain was more and start of low fever I thought I had UTI called doctor he called got medicine Had very hard time helping myself with ANY thing… cant talk, sit, stand, eat ect…God voice is all I can hear

DAY 4 Sat 23rd: PAIN not really feeling much better everyone tell me Its ok you just need rest- a lot more then just that. GOD showing me my life has HE see it…GOOD and BADS

DAY 5 Sun 24th : PAIN PAIN PAIN redness after shower out to the hospital Mo and I went. I had a little surgery in ER to got some of the poison out. And from that moment all it seemed has I enter in to HELL!
GOD moments one after another…

THIS IS WHAT THE WEEK HAD TO BRING:Finding out 4-6 week recover
7IV- with 6 other try’s leading to a pick line going right to my heart.
My stomach starched out says if I was 7 months preg. Even getting stretch marks form this.
Infection in Belly is on FIRE FIRE FIRE --BRIGHT RED RED, now going down my right leg and up my side.
Everyday shots in my Belly - plus you know they need blood as well
Cant walk well - cant talk - need help still
NO SMILING here or even JOKING around ---LIFE is not good

DAY6-Mon25th - Thurs 28th: PAIN getting better can do a little more things looking up: - MANY more GOD moment - when I cry out he answer even most of the time BIGGER and BETTER

Day 10 FRIDAY 29th --SURGERY DAY again--GOD IS GOOD everything we prayed for came to be FAITH/BELIEVE little to know PAIN, smiles of feeling GOOD like a new women. Medical bills (hospital stay) all taken care of. Much more than just let…

I'am STILL GOING TO NEED HELP!

Thanks to all my visitor Mark B, Tim M, Lori, Alison, Jenn & Jake, CC, Amy, Stephanie, Mr and Mrs. Lepard, Bob P, Pastor Bruce,Friends from the bar, Donna & Charlie, Chris, Marc & Katie, Clara & Bryan, Willie, Bob F, Kim & girls, Joe & Tiffany, MY FAMILY --Mimi, Aunt Rock & Uncle Mike, Aunt Patty, Grandparents and by phone everyday, Mom & Dad, My Cruz Heather & family, Aunt Angie & Uncle Alan, Aunt Alexis and Uncle Doug, all the love form FLORIDA. If I forgot someone I still love you and THANKFUL to all of you…

I cant forget the 5 most IMPORTANT people in my LIFE
MY most hansom HUSBAND Maurice and our 3 most BUAUIFTUL Daughter in the WORLD and my son Miles (our dog) that I can’t wait to hold and tell me all bout this…

TO my GIRLS --- MOMMY is back restored and has a clear direction on would were going…

WITH OUT all the prayer and support I don’t know where I would be but ONE thing is for sure

OUR GOD IS a AEWSOME GOD!!!

2009-04-15T11:50:00.000-07:00

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2009-04-15T11:20:00.000-07:00

1 Timothy 4:12-16

12 Don’t let anyone think less of you because you are young. Be an example to all believers in what you say, in the way you live, in your love, your faith, and your purity.

13 Until I get there, focus on reading the Scriptures to the church, encouraging the believers, and teaching them.

14 Do not neglect the spiritual gift you received through the prophecy spoken over you when the elders of the church laid their hands on you.

15 Give your complete attention to these matters. Throw yourself into your tasks so that everyone will see your progress.

16 Keep a close watch on how you live and on your teaching. Stay true to what is right for the sake of your own salvation and the salvation of those who hear you.

God wants to use you! It doesn't matter how old you are, He has a plan.

Oh, and like he said, stay true to what's right!

Madison 12th Birthday

2009-04-15T11:16:00.000-07:00

January FUN!

2009-04-15T11:03:00.000-07:00

2009-04-15T10:43:00.000-07:00

Wordness Wednesday!

2009-04-15T10:27:00.000-07:00

You can do some really cool things for God and for the people you love when you completely trust God.

Hebrews 11:7
7 By faith Noah, when warned about things not yet seen, in holy fear built an ark to save his family. By his faith he condemned the world and became heir of the righteousness that comes by faith.

Love and faithfulness, they go together.

Proverbs 3:3-4
3 Let love and faithfulness never leave you; bind them around your neck, write them on the tablet of your heart. 4 Then you will win favor and a good name in the sight of God and man.
Be faithful to God, and to everyone Christ calls you to serve!

Have you EVER?

2009-01-13T15:12:00.000-08:00

The things I've done are in bold.
1. Started your own blog
2. Slept under the stars
3. Played in a band
4. Visited Hawaii
5. Watched a meteor shower
6. Given more than you can afford to charity
7. Been to Disneyland/world
8. Climbed a mountain does an extinct volcano count??
9. Held a praying mantis
10. Sang a solo
11. Bungee jumped
12. Visited Paris
13. Watched a lightning storm at sea (from the beach)
14. Taught yourself an art from scratch
15. Adopted a child
16. Had food poisoning
17. Walked to the top of the Statue of Liberty
18. Grown your own vegetables mooched them off my sisters
19. Seen the Mona Lisa in France
20. Slept on an overnight train
21. Had a pillow fight
22. Hitch hiked
23. Taken a sick day when you’re not ill
24. Built a snow fort
25. Held a lamb
26. Gone skinny dipping
27. Run a Marathon
28. Ridden in a gondola in Venice I watched one...
29. Seen a total eclipse
30. Watched a sunrise or sunset
31. Hit a home run
32. Been on a cruise
33. Seen Niagara Falls in person
34. Visited the birthplace of your ancestors
35. Seen an Amish community
36. Taught yourself a new language
37. Had enough money to be truly satisfied
38. Seen the Leaning Tower of Pisa in person
39. Gone rock climbing
40. Seen Michelangelo’s David
41. Sung karaoke
42. Seen Old Faithful geyser erupt
43. Bought a stranger a meal at a restaurant
44. Visited Africa I lived there.
45. Walked on a beach by moonlight
46. Been transported in an ambulance
47. Had your portrait painted
48. Gone deep sea fishing
49. Seen the Sistine Chapel in person
50. Been to the top of the Eiffel Tower in Paris
51. Gone scuba diving or snorkeling
52. Kissed in the rain
53. Played in the mud
54. Gone to a drive-in theater
55. Been in a movie
56. Visited the Great Wall of China
57. Started a business
58. Taken a martial arts class
59. Visited Russia
60. Served at a soup kitchen
61. Sold Girl Scout Cookies
62. Gone whale watching
63. Got flowers for no reason
64. Donated blood, platelets or plasma they won't take mine...see number 44
65. Gone sky diving
66. Visited a Nazi Concentration Camp
67. Bounced a check
68. Flown in a helicopter
69. Saved a favorite childhood toy
70. Visited the Lincoln Memorial
71. Eaten Caviar
72. Pieced a quilt
73. Stood in Times Square
74. Toured the Everglades
75. Been fired from a job
76. Seen the Changing of the Guards in London
77. Broken a bone
78. Been on a speeding motorcycle
79. Seen the Grand Canyon in person
80. Published a book
81. Visited the Vatican
82. Bought a brand new car
83. Walked in Jerusalem
84. Had your picture in the newspaper
85. Read the entire Bible required to be an Honor Star
86. Visited the White House not yet
87. Killed and prepared an animal for eating
88. Had chickenpox
89. Saved someone’s life
90. Sat on a jury
91. Met someone famous
92. Joined a book club9
3. Lost a loved one
94. Had a baby
95. Seen the Alamo in person
96. Swam in the Great Salt Lake
97. Been involved in a law suit
98. Owned a cell phone
99. Been stung by a bee
100. DONE any thing this silly before?

2009-01-13T15:07:00.001-08:00

What Your Nose Says About You
You are detail oriented and attentive. You are a perfectionist.You are helpful and giving. You like cooperating, and you're always willing to lend a hand.You are a nosey person and a bit of a snoop. You can't help but be curious!

2009-01-13T14:43:00.000-08:00

Hello everyone just wanted to update everyone on how things are going.
Did not have to have surgery. THANKS to all of the immediate prayers that went out.. BUT I did have ovarian cyst that did burst and a hernia by my belly button. Will need to have recheck in 2wks. Iam STILL on the couch. I have been trying to work few hours here and there, you all know I can't sit still...BUT again THANK YOU.

THANK YOU again for all the love and support
But most of LETS PRAISE our most WONDERFUL GOD.
GOD is GOOD!

LOVE ya Shaunda

300th POST

2008-11-02T17:37:00.000-08:00

Monday-Chicken Noodle Soup

Tuesday-Taco Salad

Wednesday-Pancakes-Bacon

Thursday-Pork Roast-Mash Pot

Friday-Pizza

2008-10-31T05:21:00.000-07:00

HAPPY HALLOWEEN

Faithful Fridays

2008-10-31T04:38:00.000-07:00

WOW! its been a very long time...Life has been crazy YET filled with lots of God moments.

As for the Edwards FAMILY we are doing well. Excited to see what God has in stored for us. Girls are growing up way to fast. Weekend are filled with Volleyball & Racing. DH ankle is still giving him problems but he keeps pushing on. I have been busy with MOPS and keeping up with the house. I really have missed all of you and blogging I'm hoping to get back to doing this. Its a great way to share my thoughts...

Today Oct 31 -- I have a Job interview it has been 11yr since I worked outside of my home. This is a job that will be rewarding in many ways. Also I will be going back to school in late winter for nursery.

I have been reminded over and over again that - God is love, and out of His love, He gives good gifts to His children. We are blessed to be a blessing! We are never more like God than when we are filled with His love and giving to other people. Ask the Lord to show you ways to be a blessing to the people around you today.

Sometimes, it only takes a smile or something simple to minister the love of God to a person’s heart. Other times, God may require that you give something greater or more valuable. But remember, God promises that when you give, it will be given back to you, pressed down, shaken together, and running over!

That means you can’t out-give God! When your heart is to be a blessing to others, He will entrust you with even more of His resources.

Menu for THE WEEK!

2008-09-01T08:44:00.001-07:00

HAPPY LABOR DAY!

Monday~Milan Melon Festival (good fair food)

Tuesday~Steaks & veg's on the grill

Wednesday~Breakfast (Mops Steering Team Meeting)

Thursday~ Pork chop, corn cob, Cheese potato's and hot fudge Sundays

Friday~ Taco's , rice, beans, salsa and chips

Saturday~ BBQ Ribs, salad and mix fruit (racing)

Sunday~ Lasagna,garlic bread,salad and brownies

Did You KNOW!

2008-08-27T05:40:00.000-07:00

1. What is your job and do you like it? I'm a CHILDCARE provider and I LOVE it!

2. What to you do to unwind after work? Listen to MUSIC and DANCE.

3. Who have you known the longest of your friends? My Dear Friend CLARA, she is like a sister and she teaches me so much.

4. Who do you go to for advice? God… friends … family…

5. Not counting your current relationship, how many times have you been in love? TWICE...

6. What is you favorite snack food? any CHIPS

7. What is the best meal you ate this week? HAMBURGERS on the GRILL.

8. What to you is the most important factor in romantic attraction? SMILE

9. What do you think is your worst habit? YELLING

Wordless Wednesday

2008-08-27T05:12:00.000-07:00

Hannah Montana & Miley Cyrus

3-D

ALSO The Jonas Bothers

Heathly Wednesday ~ Snack Attack

2008-08-27T04:51:00.000-07:00

Do you ever had a hard time coming up with lunch ideas for those kids that like to pack? Here is a kid-friendly lunch ideas in a collection most will take little time to prepare but it will help keep lunches enjoyable and healthy. Fruits and vegetables add color and crunch while providing beneficial vitamins and minerals. Foods like wraps, smoothies and dips are fun to eat. Give your kids something to look forward to at lunch every day with a variety of options they won't trade away!

Kid-Friendly Eating Tips

More from EatingWell.com
EatingWell Healthy Recipe Collections
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The EatingWell Diet
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Some other IDEAS and TIPS that I have started:

Get the family involved ~Allow your kids to participate in the grocery shopping and encourage them to choose healthy snacks. This will increase the likelihood that they will eat these snacks instead of less healthy ones.

Delight kids with dips ~ Diving vegetables and fruits into yummy dips makes lunch more fun. Offer apple slices with a half cup of low-fat vanilla yogurt; serve carrot sticks with a side of hummus.

Peanut Energy Bars - 16 Servings

1/2 cup dry roasted salted peanuts
1/2 cup roasted sunflower seeds, or other chopped nuts
2 cups raisins, or other chopped dried fruit
2 cups rolled or instant oats
2 cups toasted rice cereal, such as Rice KrispiesRice Krispies
1/4 cup toasted wheat germ, (optional)
1/2 cup creamy or crunchy natural peanut butter
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup light corn syrup, or honey
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

DIRECTIONS
Coat an 9-by-13-inch baking pan with cooking spray.
Combine peanuts, sunflower seeds (or other nuts), raisins (or other dried fruit), oats, rice cereal and wheat germ (if using) in a large bowl.
Combine peanut butter, brown sugar and corn syrup (or honey) in a large microwaveable bowl; microwave on High until bubbling, 1 to 2 minutes. Add vanilla and stir until blended. Pour the peanut butter mixture over the dry ingredients and stir until coated.
Transfer the mixture to the prepared pan. Press down firmly. (It helps to coat your fingers with cooking spray.) Let stand for about 1 hour to harden. Cut into bars.

Whats for DINNER?

2008-08-26T17:27:00.000-07:00

WHATS for Dinner at The Edwards House

Monday~ Spaghetti, Salad and Garlic Bread - Desert Ice Cream

Tuesday~ Hamburger, Mac Cheese and fresh fruit - Chocolate Muffins

Wednesday~ Pancake, Bacon, eggs and mix Fruit

Thursday~ Pork Chops, stuffing, mash potatoes and Corn cob -Desert brownies

Friday~ Home made PIZZA, garlic bread and cinn bits

Saturday~RACING~ GRILL time!

Sunday~Pot Roast, carrots, potato, and salad- Desert Strawberry short cake

FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL

2008-08-26T17:21:00.001-07:00

Madison 6th Grade and Mac 3rd Grade
Monday's Gang
Molly's first day
Tuesday's Gang
WHAT am I going to do? PARTY!

Know & Tell Friday

2008-08-24T14:25:00.000-07:00

For more on this meme See Beacon Of Hope

Breakfast
Are you a morning person or a night person? Morning PERSON -- I am an early riser!

Lunch
Do you like to shop? If yes, for what? Alone or with others? I love shopping! I love clothes shopping the cheaper the better.

Dinner
What is something that really motivates you? When entertaining!

Midnight Snack
What is one thing you look forward to each day? Hear my kids laugh!!!!

Recipe for this Week (instead of your recipe for life - what is it for just this week?) Try to be stress free and use my day wisely to the fullest capacity possible!

Know and Tell Friday

Want to play along, visit Kicking It In Crazyville

1. Are you right- or left-handed? Righty

2. Any nicknames they have (or have had) and the story behind them? Shulnda & Gertty

3. Do you need to do laundry right now? Not right NOW all caught up!

4. What CD is in your CD player/music on your iPod right now? Mixed music over 500 songs.

5. How/when did you learn to ride a bicycle? I think I was 5

6. What is your favorite weird food combination? cotton cheese-pretzel.

7. What is something you have that is of sentimental value? our family bible and Mo's baby blanket. ALSO all the girls teeth...

MOPS

2008-08-17T08:32:00.000-07:00

Preregistration is HERE!!!! Come join your new Steering Team on August 19th at Baines Park from 10 am to noon. Cookies and lemonade will be provided. You'll be receiving a letter soon in the mail with all the details. We're looking forward to an exciting year filled with lots of fun. Hope to see you all there.

This theme equips moms to learn more about themselves as they go through the adventure of motherhood. They will celebrate and embrace the fun in the experiences, even in the midst of daily mom life that stretches them emotionally and spiritually.

For the Adventures in Mothering is an amusement park. With the sights, sounds, tastes and smells of the amusement park, motherhood might feel like a sensory overload. But this MOPS group will enjoy this together and learn more about themselves as women, moms and leaders.The theme verse for Adventures in Mothering is

Ephesians 3:18: “…how wide and long and high and deep is the love of Christ.”

The dimensions of this verse express how God is with us in our mothering adventure.As the year unfolds, your MOPS group will examine the practical aspects of the theme and then move toward spiritual truth. The knowledge that God is with us on the mothering adventure gives hope.

God’s love is big enough for the magnitude of the adventure!

Know & Tell Friday

2008-08-17T08:21:00.000-07:00

Want to play along, visit Kicking It In Crazyville

It’s that time a week again! Know and Tell Friday. Here are the questions!

1. Do you put the toilet paper on coming over the top or underneath, or does it matter? If someone puts it on wrong do you have to fix it? over the top, and yes if it is in my house I do

2. Do you wear shoes in the house? barefoot some of time

3. If something falls out of the dryer when you’re folding clothes or putting it in the laundry basket, do you have to rewash it or do you just continue on like nothing happened? No I just continue like nothing happened, my laundry is pretty clean.

4. Which side of the bed do you sleep on? What about in a hotel? I sleep on the left side of the bed at home and at hotels.

5. Do you do everything in the shower in the same order every time? yup, wash hair, condition it then leave on while I wash and shave, then rinse the conditioner.

6. How many times a day do you think you wash your hands? I never counted but a lot...

7. What is the first thing you do when you get up in the morning? Does it ever vary? I begin by Thanking God for the day and the wonderful thing that are to come.

Food For Thought Friday

2008-08-17T08:06:00.000-07:00

Breakfast
What is your first thought when you wake up? What a beautiful day! What does everyone want for breakfast - HOW about egg sandwiches?

Lunch
If you could go out to lunch with any three people (real of fictitious/ from any time period, dead or alive) , which three people would you choose and why?
First would be Jesus! (many reason) -just seeing first hand how he LOVED everyone...
Second Mother Theresa - one person that I would love to be more like...
Third/Fourth - Would be my father-in-law and brother-in-law -show them pictures and just share with them what were all up to...

Dinner
What is your favorite restaurant and what do you like the most on the menu?
My MOMS house - cabbage rolls

What Keeps YOU going?

2008-08-17T08:02:00.000-07:00

What keeps you going?

Your words are what sustain me. They bring me great joy and are my heart's delight, for I bear your name, O Lord God Almighty.
Jeremiah 15:16

I will write down these things as a testimony of what the Lord will do. I will entrust it to my disciples, who will pass it down to future generations.
Isaiah 8:16

For I have stayed in God's paths; I have followed his ways and not turned aside. I have not departed from his commands but have treasured his word in my heart.
Job 23:11-12

Scrambled Words

2008-07-30T13:34:00.000-07:00

DORMITORY:
When you rearrange the letters:
DIRTY ROOM

PRESBYTERIAN:
When you rearrange the letters:
BEST IN PRAYER

ASTRONOMER:
When you rearrange the letters:
MOON STARER

DESPERATION:
When you rearrange the letters:
A ROPE ENDS IT

THE EYES: !
When you rearrange the letters:
THEY SEE

GEORGE BUSH:
When you rearrange the letters:
HE BUGS GORE

THE MORSE CODE:
When you rearrange the letters:
HERE COME DOTS

SLOT MACHINES:
When you rearrange the letters:
CASH LOST IN ME

ANIMOSITY:
Wh en you rearrange the letters:
IS NO AMITY

ELECTION RESULTS:
When you rearrange the letters:
LIES - LET'S RECOUNT

SNOOZE ALARMS:
When you rearrange the letters:
ALAS! NO MORE Z 'S

A DECIMAL POINT:
When you rearrange the letters:
IM A DOT IN PLACE

ELEVEN PLUS TWO:
When you rearrange the letters:
TWELVE PLUS ONE

Menu for THE WEEK!

2008-07-25T14:04:00.000-07:00

Monday~Beef Roast, Garlic mash, and fresh salad

Tuesday~Barbecue Beef and Potato Turnovers
1/2lb lean (at least 80%) ground beef
1/3 cup barbecue sauce
1/2 cup frozen potatoes O'Brien
1/4cup shredded Cheddar cheese (1 oz)
1can (8 oz) Pillsbury® refrigerated crescent dinner rolls

Wednesday~Ham 'n Cheese Omelet Bake ~ Ham and cheese to veggies, with a biscuit crust.

Thursday~Cheesy Beef and Bow-Ties noodles

Friday~Pork Chops with Cheesy Pasta

2008-07-25T08:45:00.000-07:00

WHAT TIME IS IT?

Ecclesiastes 3:1-8 reminds us that there is a time for everything and a season for everything under heaven. A time to focus on our children and a time to give attention to ourselves and our dreams.

But how do we know what time it is? How do we know what to do when?

When a season unfolds we need to look for the guidance of God. Such an understanding helps us to pay closer attention to where we are. Just as we see the importance of choosing to invest in our children when they have the greatest need for us... What time is it?

ABC game!

2008-07-25T07:39:00.000-07:00

A is for age: 32
B is for burger of choice: I make the best Burger!
C is for the car I drive: 2004 VAN 15 passage Chev
D is for your dog's name:
E is for essential item you use every day: Toothbrush and Toilet!
F is for favorite TV show at the moment: The message -
G is for favorite game: Hind and Seek
H is for home state: Ohio
I is for instruments you play:
J is for favorite juice: Orange
K is for whose bum you'd like to kick:
L is for last restaurant at which you ate: Outback
M is for your favorite Muppet: Lamp Chops
N is for number of piercings: 4 (two in each ear)
O is for overnight hospital stays: 1997-childbirth, 2000 - childbirth, 2002-childbirth 2003-with Molly, 2008-with Mo
P is for people you were with today: Craig, Christian, Kaylyn, Traver, Mitchell, Max, Sophia, Madison, Mac, Molly, Mo, Zachery, Alisa, Taylor and Mimi
Q is for what you do with your quiet time: Read Gods word and sleep
R is for biggest regret: NO regrets
S is for status: Married since 1999
T is for time you woke up today: 4:18 a.m.
U is for what you consider unique about yourself: there is only ONE me.
V is for vegetable you love: Corn Cob
W is for worst habit: biting my nails
X is for x-rays you've had: teeth, head, knee, chest, wrist, hand, foot well WHOLE body.
Y is for yummy food you ate today: apple jacks
Z is for zodiac:

The past few weeks from my Jounal!

2008-07-24T07:27:00.000-07:00

FRIDAY 25Th

THANK YOU for all you prays and love. We send them back out to ALL of you!
HAVE a great weekend with your FAMILY'S. Share Gods words with someone today. SMILE from ear to ear knowing that God is with you and LOVES you like know other.

Kiss you kids 7x, tell all of them you love them more than 7x.
oxoxox from our family to yours...God Bless and have a fun, safe weekend...

PS... MO is walking without pain and will be racing this weekend. PRAISE BE TO GOD!
The girls and I are going to be his cheerleaders.
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Thursday 24Th
All that can be said today is
GOD IS GREAT
GOD IS GOOD
GOD IS WHO HE SAYS HE IS
GOD CAN DO WHAT HE SAYS HE CAN DO
WE ARE WHO GOD SAYS WE ARE
WE CAN DO ALL THINGS THROUGH CHRIST
GODS WORD IS ALIVE AND ACTIVE IN ME.

The news from the doctor yesterday tell is all. We're BELIEVING GOD.

To doctors have really know answer or explanation for us we just know that GOD has shown himself to US. Mo has been clear to do as he is able to do. We need to go back to in 4weeks and to the C doctor in 3weeks.

WE are BELIEVING GOD has heal and clean his BODY of all sickness. Standing firm in what we know and HIS LOVE WILL COVER ALL!

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Wednesday 23rd This is the Day we find out more about the inflection.

I wake up today going outside sitting on the swing listening to the birds and watching the cat play and this versus came to mind.

“This is the day the Lord has made, we will rejoice and be glad in it” Psalm 118:24

Every day that we are given is a precious gift from Almighty God. We should wake up every morning with a grateful attitude, full of faith and expectancy for what the Lord has in store. Sure, we may be facing some challenges in our every day life, or maybe things are not going the way we planned, but remember, each new day is a chance to stand strong in the midst see the faithfulness of God. STANDING firm in FAITH!

Every new day is an opportunity to praise and thank Him; This is the day that the Lord has made, let us rejoice and be glad in it! Be glad that God has promised to never leave us or forsake us. HE IS SO GOOD!

Singing is one of the GREATEST ways. yet I can't carry a tone to save my LIVE. But God still LOVES me. We have been down loading music like crazy...Jam in the car and georoge shouting to the LORD the kids are just loving it... rejoice in what God is and what he is doing in our life's here at The Edwards HOUSE.
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Mo had app with Dr. Lynch today BLESSING - BLESSING - were pured out!
to sum it all up he need to keep up with therapy and return back in 4weeks. NO real answer were given but God showed his love and has blessed us...

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Monday 20Th

“Blessed, fortunate, happy and spiritually prosperous…are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, uprightness and right standing with God, for they shall be completely satisfied” Matthew 5:6

Madison and I focus on today:

For example, if we focus on our favorite foods, if you start thinking about it early in the morning, and all throughout the day, chances are, by the end of the day you’ll be eating it! At least I do...
Its not funny but so true, what we give our attention to, your will desire. In the same way, the more we give our attention to God and His Word, the more we will hunger for Him.

What a great scripture a promises, when you hunger for righteousness, you will be completely satisfied. The world offers so many things for us to give our attention to, but they are not things that will satisfy.

We might think we want a particular car, or certain clothes, or live in a particular neighborhood. There’s nothing wrong with those things, but understand that “things” won’t ever satisfy you.

ALL WANTS What are you wanting today?

Recognize that only God will satisfy you. As you hunger for Him, you’ll live in peace and blessing... Wants and Needs are really being show to US here at The Edwards house.
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Sunday 20Th The girls and I made it to church. Tony from church came out and sat with Mo! So that we could go. THANK YOU! That really helped out.
Lots of great FAMILY time all day LONG!
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Saturday 19Th I gave in and we went to the race track. Just been worried that he would do way to much he sat on the golf cart. So many racer came up to us showing their love and support. Telling Mo how much they have missed him, glad to see him out here and what was most great we were in all their PRAYERS - PRAYERS. The smiles with the laughter was the best thing for Mo. He needed it. Friends, this was the passion he needed to help equip him in his walk with God's. Sometimes we need encouragement on the journey to help us see that God is for us and not against us! There was no better time than today we as a FAMILY experi-ence the goodness of God. This month is coming to a end but all we want to do is help spread the message of hope, what a great moderation. He told the girls and I he would be walking and racing by next weekend that is the Super Chevy show... I realize then through faith and pray God showed us that this storm was near the end. Praise be to GOD!
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Friday 18Th LOVE-LOVE-LOVE-LOVE-LOVE-LOVE
Love covers over many offenses. It means that you give people the benefit of the doubt. You consider what they may be going through over how they reacted to you. Instead of getting upset, walk in love—be patient, be kind to them. Look for ways to love the people in your life.
TELL THEM EVERY DAY!
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Thursday 17Th
The last few weeks God has been showing that we wants me to rest. He wants to refresh and restore my soul, which is my mind, will and emotions. It’s so easy to get caught up in the busyness of life, and before long, my mind, will and emotions are so “spun up” that I can barely think straight!

But even among the hustle of life, we can find rest, ease and relaxation. God wants us to enjoy our life's. That’s why He tells us to come to Him. When we understand that God wants to take care of everything that concerns us, we will be able to find rest. Imagine that someone came up to you today and said, “Give me all your monthly bills, I’m going to pay them.” You’d get pretty excited, would’t you? But it would’t happen until you did your part to give that person your bills. That REALLY did HAPPEN to US! Remember they could’t pay them for you if you never release them. In the same way, when we release our cares and concerns to God, He promises to take care of them. The last few DAY have been WILD in a GREAT way!

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Wednesday 16Th No matter what may be going on all around you today, you can still live in peace. The bible encourages us to not let our hearts be troubled. Negative things negative people they can steals your peace.

We have been in fear, worry or anxiety about everything, it hard something time to let go but we have to remind yourself those feelings are not from God because He has promised to give you a spirit of power, love and a sound mind. There is tremendous power in peace. When you are at peace internally, you can think more clearly. You can hear the voice of God more easily. You’ll make better decisions. Even your physical body responds to peace. The enemy knows this, and his goal is to steal your peace. He tries to set you up to get upset. But when you choose to receive God’s peace, then no weapon formed against.

Today many thing started to happen Food started to arrive, pastor came to visit, the church gave us gas cards, someone called about dragster, Madison and I started our first bible study together. I was able to get things done around here. The hospital called with good news about the bills. Two cards came in the mail that really lifted Mo spirits. GOOD IS SO GREAT! PRAISE BE TO HIM. I see his work all around us. I have a great support team all the kids I watch are SUPER! I just can't tell you all the praise I have but I see GOD all around us more and more everyday... GOD bless all of you that have been praying. God bless this world.

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Monday 14Th,

All Things Are Possible with a GOD like ares...

The situation in our life today it seems impossible. But know that God is on our side there is no limits to what were going to see. We only limit ourselves. It doesn't matter how it may look in the world around us, when you see things through your eyes of faith, you can see NEW POSSIBILITIES.

Today mark 5weeks of Mo not feeling well. He is now going to treatment 2 twice a day with therapy Mon-Wed-Fir. Very little important in his eyes yet GREAT amount in the doctors.

PRAISE God! THANK you all for all the love and support. The song that God was singing to me this morning was Our God is so Big and so Strong there is nothing our God can't do...

"What is impossible with men is possible with God" (Luke 18:27).

What a great way to start your day by God singing to YOU! Mo keeps telling me it all starts by having a grateful attitude: an attitude of faith and expectancy. When we declare the promises of God over your life's and meditate on His Word, it activates faith in our hearts. By Faith it draws the good things of God into your life. Try this tomorrow when, you wake up in the morning, declare that with God all things are possible.

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July 15, 2008
Casting My CARES on HIM our GREAT-AWESOME-WONDERFUL GOD!

Cast all your anxiety on Him because He cares for you I Peter 5:7

God cares so much about us today. Not only does He love and care about us, He cares about the things that concern us as well. If you have concerns, worry or anxiety about something in your life today; finances, relationships, your job or anything else, know that your Heavenly Father already has a plan to take care of those things for you.

It’s a good plan, and He wants to show Himself strong on your behalf.

Reminds me of the flowers, corn growing, birds in the air are cared for, how much more will your Heavenly Father take care of you?

Make the decision today to cast all of your anxiety on Him by choosing to trust that He is going to take care of you. Refuse to dwell on your problems and don’t allow them to steal your peace and joy any longer. Instead, choose to meditate on His Word and confess God’s promises over your life. As you cast your cares on Him, you’ll experience His peace and joy, and you will live the life of blessing He has in store for you.
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July 13, 2008
He is meeting our NEEDS. I have been praying the Lords Prayer a lot not really knowing what I need but he does. My sister went back to her husband, Mo is about the same a little improvement. The girls are great they have been HELPING me out a lot. All the kids I watch during the day of SUPER...the medial bills are coming in and so are all the other bills. NO money to pay some of them. Week to Week my pay checks are changing. With gas prices going up and make 3 trips to the hospital a day were spend 65-100 a week in gas. my Faith is only growing stronger what a great versus.

"God will supply all your needs according to His riches in Glory in Christ Jesus"Philippians 4:19

Aren't you glad we serve a God who promises to supply all our needs! When we accept Jesus as your Lord and Savior and follow His commands, we have access to God and everything He is; peace, provision, protection and more. That means no matter what is happening with us today or in the world around us, as we obey God's Word, our needs will be met. No matter what is going on with the economy, gas prices, or housing market, God is still our Source; and if our Source is okay, then we are okay, too.

Rest assured there is no lack in heaven.

Not only is God able to meet our needs, He wants to meet our needs. It gives Him great pleasure to bless and prosper us. I needed to Begin to expect that God is working behind the scenes on my behalf. Looking for His hand of provision in our life and praise Him for His faithfulness. As you do your part, God will do His part. HE REALLY IS IN OUR FAMILY!
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July 11, 2008 is Mac 8Th Birthday there is about 13 girls coming over to stay the night. Were having a cook out, swimming, going to drive-in and fireworks right before bed.
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July 6-11 Friends came over this week and build Mo a ramp to get into the front of house... THANKS to all of them. Madison was at camp when she go home she told me that I was a great Example and a awesome MOM...WOW

"Let your light shine before men that they may see your good works and glorify your Father in Heaven" (Matthew 5:16).

We are God's representative in this earth. When we follow the Word of God and allow Him to work in our life, we are letting our light shines. When we are good to people and show them kindness, even when they don't deserve it, we are shining our light. When you smile and keep a good attitude, even when things don't go our way, we are setting an example so that people will glorify God in heaven. Here is what the scripture says, "they will see your good works..." People aren't impressed by our knowledge or what we say, people are drawn to God by our good works.
Ask the Lord to show you ways to share His goodness with others. Look for opportunities to let your light shine everywhere you go - at home, at work, in the grocery store, at the gym, at the parks. There's always an opportunity to be an example of God's goodness. As you do, it will bring honor and glory to God; and when you honor Him, He always honors you. He will continue to pour out blessing in every area of your life.
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July 10, 2008
...I came that they may have and enjoy life, and have it in abundance, to the full, till it overflows" John 10:10

God doesn't want us to live with a "barely-get-by" attitude. In which is very easy to do.
He wants us to thrive, to live an abundant, overflowing life. Sometimes when things seem difficult, it's easy to slip into a "survival mode. When times get tough, it's tempting to just hunker down and settle where we are. Not asking of HELP, closing all the doors. I really have been doing this a lot lately. My life is crazy and it feels like I'm lose in it. If you're not careful, you'll develop a survival mentality that will keep us from growing and releasing our faith. I've doing just that a survival mentality - not letting anyone in. It really does hurts us very much. We're happy just to "break even." But as God's children, we're not supposed to just break even; we're supposed to break through to a new level! FAITH We're supposed to believe for more of God's increase, and promotion no matter what is happening in the world around us. There is nothing to big for OUR God. You have to make up your mind today that no matter how difficult things seem, we're going to thrive every day! I need to look at this versus everyday...OUR God is so good...
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July 8, 2008

Today we work on the yard a lot thanks to the older boys. What a great HELP. The weeds were taking over and the bushes were out of central with the rain that we have been getting I really can't keep up.

Isaiah 55:10-11, "Just as the rain and snow descend from the skies and don't go back until they've watered the earth, making things grow and blossom…so will the words that come out My mouth not come back empty-handed. They'll do the work I sent them to do"

Rain is symbolic of God's blessing, favor, and refreshing. His Word is like rain that causes us to flourish and blossom in every area of life. Well-watered garden, vibrant and growing. We should live under God's cloud of blessing.

How do we do that? Your praise praise is like the invisible vapors that rise up to heaven and form a cloud. Eventually, your praise will activate an outpouring of God's blessing, favor, and provision in your life. As you turn up your praise, God will turn up the rain and you will experience

I sure do love to praise sing to our LORD through the mist of all of this that is going on GOD is good!
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Happy belated Independence DAY July 4, on 1776
LOVE THE WORLD
Where is the time going?

Roman 6:18 You have been set free from SIN...

Well in the same way, we have to be determined to stand against the opposing forces in our lives. We have to declare our freedom from addiction, poverty, sickness and lack. We have to stand and fight until we fully experience that freedom and peace that God has promised.
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July 1, 2008
UPDATE on family, Mo is about the same...he has to go to hospital everyday for meds and 3x week for therapy. The girls are GREAT!

"Great peace have those who love Your law and nothing shall make them stumble"
(Psalm 119:65).

Everything you need in this life is found in the Word of God--direction, healing, peace, joy and provision. No matter what situation you maybe facing today, you can live in peace and victory by knowing God's Word and applying it your life.

THIS past week from my JOURNAL!

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HOPE all make since sorry if not!
GOD BLESS each and everyone of YOU!

Tuesday 24,2008
I took Mo to the hospital at 11am. In such pain that he can't stand himself. We begin to pray, I'm trying to be strong and encouraging for him. Praying to myself I just need to see pastor or someone from church WOW God did just that pastor walked in. What a blessing! It is not gout for sure. That is what they have been treating him for the past 2 weeks... He was admitted in at 5:15pm with a emergency surgery that took place at 7:05 many things being talk about even possible losing his foot. HIS gas foot! Scared is just that never having health problems yet never giving blood, NEVER is the words... My heart just remembers a few years back with Molly. THANK God for FRIENDS and for his promises.

Who of you by worrying can add a single minute to his life" (Matthew 6:27).

Remembering a few years back what I as taught God doesn't want us to live worried and anxious about anything. He knows that worry is counterproductive. It steals your peace and joy and affects every area of your life, even your sleep! Have you heard the saying, "Don't worry yourself sick?" Yes, worrying will actually make you physically ill. You won't ever gain anything by worrying, in fact it causes you to lose precious moments that you can never live again. The good news is, God has promised to bring you victory over worry. When we make the choice to put an end to worry, God will give us His peace.
Don't feed worry by focusing on bad news all the time. Sure, we should be informed, but we should be most informed of the truth of the Word of God. TODAY I choose to feed faith and fill my heart and mind with God's promises. "My God shall supply all my needs. He makes a way out of no way. He is a Restorer and Redeemer."

Wednesday 25,2008
My husband is in so much pain, my pray today is for pain relief and speedy recover still not sure what is going on and what is wrong with his foot... Right now I'm watching him sleep. God is so GOOD! I'm falling IN LOVE with Him all over again. The last today's have been really hard and long with no sleep but giving him his baths and making him a little more comfortable in bed has been the highlights of my day. The girls have been GREAT no OUTSTANDING! Madison is still at camp.

“So let’s not get tired of what doing good what is good. At just the right time we will reap a harvest of blessing if we don’t give up” (Galatians 6:9).

Are you believing God for something? YES
Is it taking longer than you thought or expected? YES
No matter how long we may have to stand, don’t give up! It might be today, it might be tomorrow, it might be next week, next month or next year, but remember, at the right time you will experience your breakthrough. Be encouraged today because God is faithful and His promises are true. Keep standing, keep hoping, keep believing. Keep doing good. Keep declaring the promises of God over our life. Choose to be around people who are going to encourage you and fill your heart and mind with God’s Word. Let a song of praise come out of your mouth.

Thursday 26, 2008
Mo is having another surgery today our minds are clear and sure of one thing he will be home by Tuesday of next week! New doctor came in to see Mo today Dr. Blank. Mo has a staff infection. THATS really scare... Pastor Wayne will be telling Madison today at camp what has been going on here. I pray that God gives her peace. Boy we both are really missing her. Mo is in great spirits and I'm doing well. What great FRIENDS we have and God is GOOD! We are being reminded of all the good things God has done for us in hard time but many in GOOD times!
OUR love for each other and the GIRLS is even more than ever. THEY ARE THE LOVES OF MY LIFE if that makes since.
Something we hard on T.V. last night how this man views FAITH

F-Fantastic
A-Adventure
I-In
T-Trusting
H-Him

“Set your minds and keep them set on what is above, the higher things, not on the things that are on earth” (Colossi ans 3:2).

Faith is simply seeing what God sees. It’s choosing God’s way, even when things look differently in the natural. When we set our thoughts on higher things, we're looking at life through his eyes of faith and seeing what God sees. God’s promise to supply all our needs according to His riches in glory. You may have sickness in your body today, but when you look higher, you see that Jesus paid for your sickness and diseases. You may feel lonely today, but when you look higher, you see that God has promised to never leave you nor forsake you. As we set our thoughts on higher things, our faith will become stronger, and we will begin to see those things become reality in our life's.

Friday 27,2008
Today we found out that we have NO insurance and what to do next? His bill is already 56,000. plus and the medicine they have him on is right round $3000.00 a day. Boy! Jenn was with me and we prayed for a peace of mind. We ran around and got paperwork for hospital the cover here will be payed but not sure yet if doctors will be. Mo also found out he will be having another surgery. They also will be giving him a Pick-line. Maddie came home today right out to the hospital she came we both stayed the night.

“Whatever is true, whatever is honest, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is kind, if there is any virtue, if there is anything worthy of praise, think on these things” (Philippians 4:8).

What you think about determines the quality and direction of your life. Naturally, people who think positive, uplifting thoughts have happier, healthier, longer lives. They are less stressed, more vibrant and enjoy better sleep. That’s why the scripture encourages us to think on good things—things that are true, noble and lovely. Some translations say to “fix your mind” on them. When you fix your mind on noble things, you close the door to the negative voices and open your heart to allow God to work in your life. Doing whatever you need to in order to keep those good thoughts before you. Write them on note cards and put them in a place where you can see them. Confess God’s promises over your life and declare His blessing on a daily basis. As you fix your mind on the goodness of God, you will rise higher in every area of your life.

Saturday 28, 2008
Mo had surgery again today it will be the last one. Talking of going home that is what we have been talking about. I laided in bed with him today. His heart beat so strong on my ear tears rolling down both of my cheeks WOW how I have missed this. Madison has her birthday party tonight 6-8 girls will be coming over and Its my first time home since Tuesday God be with me. I can't wait to hear laughter and see smiles...

"How good and pleasant it is for brethren to dwell together in unity...for there the Lord has commanded the blessing..." (Psalm 133:1-3).

God loves us so much. He longs to bless us in every area of our life's. Deuteronomy says that He wants to bless you when you come in, and when you go out. He wants to bless you when you're in the city, and bless you when you're in the country. He wants to bless and prosper everything you set your hand to. When you are living in peace and unity with the people in your life, you are positioning yourself for God's blessing. I'm focus on the things that bring us together. Focusing on my faith in God and dependence on His Word.

Sunday 29, 2008
What a morning I have had, getting everyone out the door and really for church...and yet we still didn't make it. BUT we did spend the whole day with MO! Girls and I have a fun filled did with daddy coloring, singing, reading, praying, laughing, crying, smiling you name it we did it! We left around 5pm. I went home and started the house stuff. WOW I really forgot what all I do during the week. NOW it caught up time... God was with me time flow by yet not up setting. to be honesty I enjoyed it! I even drove the dragster and cleaned out the racing trailers. The look on Mo face was great when I told him my day... What a great DAY! THANK YOU God!

I am the vine, you are the branches. The one who abides in Me, while I abide in him, produces much fruit..." (John 15:5).

When you abide in something, it becomes your very source for life. I know God wants you to live in Him? He wants to be our source. Abiding in God means you rely on Him for everything. You rely on Him for our strength, provision, hope, joy. Like the air you breath, you rely on Him for our very life. When you are abiding in Him, you think about Him when you go to sleep. You think about Him when you first wake up. You think about His promises all throughout the day and continually fellowship with Him in prayer. You make Him your number one priority and stay connected with other believers at church.

NOW today is MONDAY 30, 2008
God is love. He is perfect and His love for us is perfect. There is nothing you can do right now to make God love you more, and nothing you can do to make Him love you any less. His love towards you is steadfast, it's unchanging. His arms are always stretched out towards you. He's always ready for you to come to Him. Sometimes people aren't sure how God feels about them. They think He might be mad at them. God's not mad at you, He's madly in love with you! It doesn't matter what you've done or where you've come from, God's arms are open to you. He's longing to show you His goodness and grace. It's His kindness that leads us to repent and change our ways.

PRAISE God, Mo will be coming home TODAY MONDAY!

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PICK me! PICK me! PICK me!

SUMMER SUMMER SUMMER

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WOW! Its been a LONG time since I have blog.

Mommy-cat Sunshine have 3 babies! Now we have 12 all together!

Mac, hurt ankle had to do therapy for 10 wks.

Molly, got her first BLACK eye...

Molly also had surgery on throat/ears!

Madison, gave her spot up on the Bristol team to one of her friends so that she could go to church camp.

Mo working hard to keep me HAPPY!

Kristy my sister and her son Max moved in with US!

We had our first SUMMER party for the year it also included a egg hunt for the KIDS!

Few kids missing, We did have a little fire THANKS to Molly! all went really well about 25 people over and lots of FOOD!

It's official, the kids are out of school and summer is here. We have been in the pool almost everyday. We have a busy summer planned with drag racing every weekend,

Trips to the library (we just love the reading program)

softball three nights a week, drive-in on Sunday nights, grad. party's,

I've been DJ on Thursday, Friday are GIRLS nights, trips all over OHIO and to TN,IN,ME,NY, Church camps, and VBS.

Menu Plan Monday

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The Price is Right. These delicious recipes can each be made for under $15!
For more menu ideas, check out Laura's

Have a great WEEK!

May GOD smile on YOU!

Monday~(Girl Scouts) Pork Chops

Tuesday ~ (MOPS in the morning) Tacos

Wednesday ~ (AWANA) Breakfast / stuffed waffles - fresh fruit

Thursday ~ Bake Chicken

Friday ~ (Movie-Guitar Hero night) Pizza

Saturday ~(Girls first Race) Grilled steak & Veg's

Sunday ~ Fettuccine Alfredo

My thoughts: Being tossed around!

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Now to Him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to His power that is at work within us…”

Ephesians 3:20

God is able to do more than you could ever ask or imagine! But notice that this verse says it’s according to the power that is at work within you.

How does God’s power work within you?

God’s power works in you when you are walking in love.
God’s power is at work in you when you choose to forgive those who have wronged you.
God’s power is at work in you when you bow before Him with a humble heart.

He is at work in you when you are serving others by putting their needs above your own. Remember, God wants to move on your behalf. He loves to bless you! Choose today to let God’s power work in and through you! As you allow Him to work in your life, He promises blessing beyond your wildest dreams! He will do immeasurably more than you can ask or imagine. He’ll cause you to live the abundant life He has in store for you!

Food for Thought

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I hopped on here today and couldn't believe that it has been since March 30. I have missed all of you! Most of all I have miss the encouragement I get by reading or stopping by my friends blog sites! Today I'm here and hoping to catch up with some of you!

While I have been away I have been SO busy. Our House has been hit with this nasty bug that Mo and I still have. Mac last Wednesday break her ankle and right now has landed herself up on the couch for two weeks, This past Wednesday April 16Th Molly's left ear drum busted she also is off school for two days. Madison is DOING great fill of encourage and love for all of us.

On April 3, we gave our Family Dog Gizmo away to a dear friend, in which this is the first week I have not cried when thinking of him. He is doing wonderful with his new family and looks TERRIFIC! It has been really hard on ME! My friends and family have been very supportive - I have called many of them crying and out of my mind! It is greating better I know he is HAPPY!

I'm really enjoying the weather changes, but it is hard to change things around. Racing season started last week. Our first race is this Saturday we are totally READY for it! The girls cars got new paint jobs they look Plum CRAZY! Special thanks goes out to Ken! Mac will miss her first race but she is still excited for this year! I'm looking forward to having 4 champions coming from my house (Mo, Mad, Mac and Curt). There as never been a father-daughter or two members of the same family setting at the head table until this year! With the help of our heavenly Lord Father. BUT most of all I pray for JUST GOOD old FUN and FAMILY time.

My babysitting kids are always wanting to be outside -- all 9 of them. I have been watching The Mccoy kids on Friday-Saturday nights. I need them as much as they need me. THANK you God for all the wonderful kids that I watch. I'm getting up 1-2 hours early just to get all done inside the house so I can enjoy the outside play with them. Not much sleep here. I know my strength is coming from God alone. Reading the word everyday and faithful writing in my pray journal is doing it. ~~101 Ways to PRAISE a CHILD~~

Last Saturday and Sunday my ex-brother in law, Madison and I worked on my kitchen floor and back splash behind my store! WOW~WOW~ it LOOKS great! NO FANTASTIC! pics to come
I keep asking myself how did i survive without a kitchen for 11months? I just LOVE my KITCHEN!

We have all been working hard on going through all our spring/summer things to see what fits and what we can give away. Rearranging dresser drawers and closets, painting rooms for a clean new LOOK! The upstairs is coming along really while. Molly's & Maddie's room are still in need of carpets but they are both done. THEY look great, I would have to say so myself! I promise to have them done by the time we started racing and I did just that.

I have been doing great with my reading challenge. Which indeed it is a challenge in itself.
At church were studying Job I can relate!

When a loved one lies near death and is suddenly healed (my grandfather) Yet my moms dear friend is dieing as I write, we whisper, "God Is GOOD" When an unexpected check arrives in time to cover the groceries ($1000.00 check did not from govt), we thank God. He loves us so! I want to help Jenn C. out with her bills.
But what about when you lost your job (two kids have moved on), when your husband leaves (a friends did last week) or when your child dies (a friend of a friends 9year hung himself yesterday) not sure all details.

Then is God still GOOD? DOES he still love us so?

If any individual in the Bible had reason to doubt God, it would be Job. He lost it all and yet he never lost FAITH! Job 19:25-26 There are not words mouthed in the fat times of life, but rather in the skinny, starving moments. Job speaks with complete confidence, calling God his Redeemer, pointing out his saving power even in the middle of unimaginable loss. WHILE we can lose much of what our lives are made of, we cannot LOSE God. He remains-unchanging-as our Savior whatever our CIRCUMSTANCE'S.

I will post more about all of this at another time.

To be complete HONESTY we have had ALLOT of fun TOO!
The first weekend this month was our Alliance Women retreat at our church. What fun it was!
Without my hubby or kids I was able to enjoy. I had a nice time spending it with some people that I don't get to hang out with as much as I would like. The speakers were great and such wonderful messages and when we left, us girls talk about how nothing popped out at us. BUT every day since then the seeds that were planted have been VERY helpful! One of the things discussed was conflict resolution and how to do it with a biblical perspective. WE all could relate to this. Conflict is always around the counter! I know that with God's help things will smooth out...

I had a visit from the Huron County and Ohio Hungry Food Program this past Tuesday. It was a little crazy with no activity or menu plans for this month. BUT I did past! I have planned the rest of the month menus. It's pretty easy dishes and what everyone love. NO new stuff! I just enjoy trying new dishes but not really one likes this.

My MOPS year is coming to a end, sad but true I have learned so much about others and most of all myself. GOD is GOOD, GOD loves all of us even when we have done wrong, GOD never leave, GOD gives us wonderful friends to call upon, GOD wants us to count on him before anyone else, GOD is who he says he is, GOD can do what he says he can do, I am who GOD says I am, I CAN do all things through Christ, GOD'S Word is alive and active in ME.

"I'm BELIEVING GOD"

Psalms 143:3 I remember the days of long ago; I mediate on all your works, and consider what your hands done.

Psalms 144:2 He is my loving God and my fortress, my stronghold and my deliverer, my shield, in whom I take refuge, who subdues peoples, under me.

Psalms 146:1-2 Praise the LORD. Praise the LORD, O my soul I will praise the LORD all my life, I will sing praise to my God as long as I live.

Take in some sunshine, smell the flowers look around at all the new creation that our right in front of us. It's going to be in low 70s today here!

My God smile on all of YOU!

Monday Menu

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Monday ~ Chinese Stir-Fry ? Moo goo gai pan from Peking House

Tuesday ~ Fajitas & Taco's @ Charles

Wednesday~English Muffin with Bacon and Cheese & Pancakes with Cinnamon-Cheese Stuffing

Thursday ~ Broccoli Rice Casserole

Friday ~ Shrimp & Steak ~ Fettuccine Alfredo

Saturday ~ Chicken & Vegetables Parmesan

Sunday ~ Lasagna

For more menu ideas, check out Laura's

Have a great WEEK!

May GOD smile on YOU!

Do you know ME?

2008-03-30T16:26:00.000-07:00

Okay, this one is different - this is funny. YOU fill in the blanks about ME! Email or leave in comment. Be honest. It only takes a few minutes, so just do it!

Where did we meet:_______________________________________
Take a stab at my middle name:_______________________________
Color of my eyes:__________________________________________
Do I have any siblings:_______________________________________
What's one of my favorite things to do:___________________________
What's my favorite type of music: _______________________________
Am I shy or outgoing:_________________________________________
Am I a rebel or do I follow the rules:______________________________
Any special talents:__________________________________________
How many children do I have:__________________________________
If you and I were stranded on a desert island, what is one thing that I would bring: ___________________________________________

What was your first impression of me:_____________________________________

What is your current impression of me:________________________________________

I can't wait to see the answers. Lets have FUN!

My thoughts: Being tossed around!

2008-03-30T07:06:00.000-07:00

..Last night I had the most enjoyable evening with a very good friend. THANK you for time and love that you put into our friendship. It was great to have the hot tub. It was filled with wonderful heart felt conservation cause it was already hot enough...

I also found myself having the opportunity to read many blogger post yesterday. Some I did leave comments some I did not, my heart goes out to all of you sometimes the trials in our life can be tests that God has set before us. If you are facing those challenges with the wrong attitude—going around defeated or frustrated—you aren't ready to be "promoted" to the next level of faith. Those are words from my oldest not to long ago I was going through something that I can not explain but Madison showed me her faith. Maybe with you it's a friendship, marriage, just being a mom, or a baby .

Whatever it is, instead of praying for deliverance from the problem, try this: "God give me the strength to go through this with a good attitude." Don't live life stressed out. Turn your worries over to God; find rest in Him knowing that everything happens for a reason. It's a truly freeing way to live!

Random Recipes

2008-03-29T16:30:00.001-07:00

1 Italian pizza crust (12 inch)
1 Tbsp. oil
1/2 cup pizza sauce
1/4 cup ketchup
1 cup Ground Burger
1 small onion, thinly sliced
1 medium tomato, sliced
3/4 cup KRAFT Shredded Pizza! Mozzarella & Cheddar Cheese
PREHEAT oven to 425°F. Brush pizza crust with oil.
MIX pizza sauce, ketchup and ground burger until well blended. Spread evenly onto crust; top with remaining ingredients.
BAKE 10 minutes.

Prep Time:5 min
Total Time:15 min
Makes:6 servings

Friday Feast

2008-03-28T14:30:00.000-07:00

Appetizer ~ What does the color dark green make you think of? Going FAST / green GRASS

Soup ~ How many cousins do you have? WOW! I really don't know I would have to guess someone around 85 or 87 with 1st and 2Nd cousins.

Salad ~ On a scale of 1 to 10 with 10 being highest, how honest are you? I would say an 9 way to honest some times...

Main Course ~ Name something that is truly free. Rain and Air

Dessert ~ Using the letters in the word SPRING, write a sentence. Sunday is the practice race I'm never going to be ready.

Come feast with others over at Friday Feast

Thursday Thanks Tank

2008-03-27T12:56:00.000-07:00

"For the Lord gives wisdom, and from his mouth come knowledge and understanding. (Proverbs 2:6)

The Lord grants wisdom. He gives good sense to the godly. He shows how to distinguish right from wrong and how to make the right decision every time. Friends, you can make the right decision in life, every single time, when you listen to the wisdom of God and make the choice to obey it. One definition of the word "wisdom" is simply "common sense." I believe many of the challenges we face in life can be turned around by using the common sense God has given us.

If your facing a challenge today–perhaps in your business, in your home, in your finances or relationships, ask the Lord for His wisdom. Ask Him to show you if there is anything that you may be doing to cause the problem, or should be doing to resolve it. When He reveals the answer to your heart, be quick to act on it!

WISDOM~WISDOM~WISDOM~WISDOM

Wordless Wednesday!

2008-03-26T05:20:00.000-07:00

Gizmo checking out Pepper!

Pepper checking out Gizmo!

My thoughts: Being tossed around!

2008-03-25T19:19:00.000-07:00

God has a heart to pour out His favor and goodness in our lives. He is longing to be our sun and shield.

What does the sun do for us?

It lights our way, it keeps us warm, it nourishes the plants of the earth so that we can have food. The earth is sustained by its relationship to the sun, and God wants to sustain you through your relationship with Him. He wants to be your shield of protection against all the fiery darts of the enemy. He wants to light and direct your path.

Are you ready to receive Him as your sun and shield today?

Have you been relying on something or someone else to be your protection or give you direction?

Putting your trust in and choose to lean on your heavenly Father will open your heart and receive all He has for you. As you do, you’ll see your path shine brighter and brighter, and you’ll move forward in the life the Lord has prepared for you!

Our New VAN

2008-03-24T12:15:00.001-07:00

My baby Girl!

A week ago last Monday I trained in my mini van for this wonderful

15 Passenger Van that we just LOVE!

Our first road trip! We even had 2 sits left!!

We're all looking forward to the summer road trips! With only one vehicle not two!

Hot Tub~ Hot Tub~Hot Tub~ Hot Tub~

2008-03-24T12:01:00.001-07:00

Mom Moments

2008-03-23T18:04:00.000-07:00

Our Mom's Survival KIT!

Penny : for your thoughts

Pen & Journal : to write down your thoughts & all the amazing funny things that your children do Clock : time will pass by too quickly, enjoy every moment.

Mirror : your important to us

Marbles : to replace the ones you will lose

Jewel : Your more valuable than you know.

Rubber band : to remain flexible

Lifesavers : to save you from one of those days

Tissue : to dry up our tears and yours

Toothpick : to pick out the good in all situations

Eraser : to remind you that even Moms make mistakes

Puzzle Piece : because you are an important piece in our life's

Star burst : for extra energy

Fabric Square : for all the times you have used your imagination for last minute costumes or outfits.

2 Wiggle Eyes : extra eyes for the back of your head.

Hershey's Hugs & Kisses: for when you've given all of yours away and you need some back.

With love your DAUGHTERS

Monday Menu

2008-03-23T17:32:00.000-07:00

The Price is Right. These delicious recipes can each be made for under $15!For more menu ideas, check out Laura's Have a great WEEK!May GOD smile on YOU!

Monday~Ham & Home-Baked Macaroni & Cheese
Tuesday~Taco Bowls
Wednesday~Breakfast Roll-Up with Quick Sausage Crescents
Thursday~Chicken Parmesan with Rotini
Friday~Beef Noodle Bowl
Saturday~Stuffed Pork Roast
Sunday~Tuna Casseroles

Check out my Slide Show!

2008-03-23T17:15:00.000-07:00

HAPPY EASTER TO ALL!

Check out my Slide Show!

2008-03-23T16:04:00.001-07:00

This past Saturday at the AWANA derby The Edwards Family had the honor of showing what we love to do together throughout the summer. DRAG RACING! Unfortunately Mo started a cold on Tuesday and became acute strep on top of a sinus infection so he could not make it. Madison was called the night before telling us we had a make up game for volleyball and the other two also seen doctors on Friday for strep so it ended up being just ME.

I had a great time sharing with the kids and their parents/grand parents. How through racing we share God. Pastor Wayne and I made a AWESOME video that I hope to be able to share with all of you later. I did take with me, Mac's chassis in which that is the frame of a car. That being a example of how God made us - all different and unique.
Going into the tires, motor, starter, oil-gas.

End with God's complete armor Eph 6:13-17 (Safety)
Helmet - of salvation
Seat belts of - truth
Fire jacket - breastplate of integrity and right standing with God (faith)
Shoes - firm footed stability (gospel shoes of peace)

Do you not know that in a race all the runners compete, but only one receives the prize? So run your race that you may lay hold of the prize and make it YOURS.
I Cor 9:24

I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept firmly in my faith. II Tim 4:7
Bring it all back to GOD! IT was Fantastic!

Friday Feast!

2008-03-21T13:13:00.000-07:00

Come feast with others over at Friday Feast

Appetizer
Given the choice, would you prefer to live in the country or in the city? Country all the WAY!

Soup
Who is the cutest kid you know? ALL three of my DAUGHTERS!

Salad
Fill in the blank: I couldn't’t believe it when I heard _someone had died .

Main Course
If you could star in a commercial for one of your favorite products, which one would you want to advertise? Dawn dish soap or Windex

Dessert
What type(s) of vitamins and/or supplements do you take on a regular basis? Omega 3, vitamin D, B, C, and Calcium Magnesium and Zinc.

Know & Tell

2008-03-21T11:26:00.001-07:00

Want to play along? Go visit To Know Him

Question 1 Do you color your hair (give me some background info on this one)? yes and no, some highlights but all mine now even the grey.

Question 2 What is one thing that you do with your family (or by yourself) to celebrate Easter? One thing that our family has been doing for several years now is having a big Easter hunt with 5000 eggs and can't forget the most important thing TELLING the Easter Story

Question 3 How old was your oldest living relative (still living or in the past)? 101 Great Grandma on my dads side she pasted away 2 years ago.

Question 4 What is one thing that can be a "time waster" to you? Sadly, the computer...

Question 5 Most annoying bug? flies

Bonus Questions 6 What does Easter mean to you?
What is the meaning of Easter?While the focus was once on Easter Sunday, now it is on the Easter Bunny. But Easter Sunday is much more than a day of colorful plastic eggs and chocolate bunnies; it is in fact a day that left the world forever changed. It had been three days since Jesus had received the death penalty by popular vote. His friends and followers were devastated, as they had come to believe that He was not just an ordinary man, but the Son of God. He had performed miracles, healed every disease, and even brought a man back from the dead. On that third day—the day we now celebrate as Easter Sunday—His friends went to His grave, but instead of finding His body, they found an open tomb with no body in it. In fact, what they saw was an angel who told them, “Don’t be afraid! I know you are looking for Jesus, who was crucified. He isn’t here! He has been raised from the dead, just as He said it would happen” (Matthew 28:5, 6).

Jesus rose from the dead on Easter Sunday; now He offers to you the gift of eternal life and forgiveness of sins. This is the true story of Easter, and this salvation is for you.

Here are 4 principles that tell how you can receive the gift of God for your life.

1. God loves YOU
The Bible says, "God so loved the world that He gave His one and only Son, that whoever believes in Him shall not perish, but have eternal life"

2. All of us have done, said or thought things that are wrong. This is called sin, and our sins have separated us from God.The Bible says “All have sinned and fall short of the glory of God.” God is perfect and holy, and our sins separate us from God forever. The Bible says “The wages of sin is death.”

3. God sent His only Son Jesus Christ to die for our sins. Jesus is the Son of God. He lived a sinless life and then died on the cross to pay the penalty for our sins. “God demonstrates His own love for us in that while we were yet sinners Christ died for us.”Jesus rose from the dead and now He lives in heaven with God His Father. He offers us the gift of eternal life -- of living forever with Him in heaven if we accept Him as our Lord and Savior. Jesus said "I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except by Me."God reaches out in love to you and wants you to be His child. "As many as received Him, to them He gave the right to become children of God, even to those who believe on His name." You can choose to ask Jesus Christ to forgive your sins and come in to your life as your Lord and Savior.

4. If you want to accept Christ as Savior and turn from your sins, you can ask Him to be your Savior and Lord by praying a prayer like this:"Lord Jesus, I believe you are the Son of God. Thank you for dying on the cross for my sins. Please forgive my sins and give me the gift of eternal life. I ask you in to my life and heart to be my Lord and Savior. I want to serve you always." Have you pray this prayer?

Question 7 Is there currently a sin that you are holding onto, and you know you should let go of? I ask every second, every minute, of the day for forgiveness.

HAVE A WONDERFUL EASTER!!! HE IS RISEN!!!

Faith-Lift Fridays

2008-03-21T11:23:00.001-07:00

Encourage others and yourself! Share a scripture, quote, devotional, lyrics, or anything that has blessed you and strengthened you in your faith.
For More Faith-lift Friday visit Taking The Challenge

It ALL Starts with God

For everything, absolutely everything, above and below, visible and invisible, everything got started in him and finds its purpose in him. Colossians 1:16

St. Patrick WHO?

2008-03-20T06:31:00.000-07:00

Weekly Leadership Devotional‏ from: PBR z NAC

St. Patrick Who?
I sat in the coffee house the other day, and overheard an interesting conversation. It was the day after St. Patrick’s Day. The day after the wearing of the green. The day after green beer in NYC and Chicago. The day after the “Kiss Me I’m Irish” pins, the day after “The Everybody Is A Little Irish Today” signs went up. I realized how true it was that so few of us know anything about the day, the man St. Patrick.

We know he’s English and one of the patron saints of Ireland. He had something to do with snakes, didn’t he?

In the midst of the wearing of the green, it is too bad we cannot see the character that shaped the man we call Saint.

This was his prayer.

Christ with me, Christ before me, Christ behind me, Christ under me, Christ over me, Christ to the right of me, Christ to the left of me, Christ in lying down, Christ in sitting, Christ in rising up. Christ in the heart of all who may think of me! Christ in the mouth of all who may speak of me! Christ in every eye which may look on me! Christ in every ear which may hear me!

No wonder they called him Saint.

What prayer shapes your life?

Birthday Fun!

2008-03-19T12:57:00.001-07:00

Your Birthdate: September 24

You understand people well and are a natural born therapist.

A peacemaker, people always seem to get along when you are around.

You tend to be a father or mother figure to friends, even to those older than you.

You enjoy your role, and you find that you are close to many people.

Your strength: Your devotion

Your weakness: Reliance on others for happiness

Your power color: Lilac

Your power symbol: Heart

Your power month: June

What Does Your Birth Date Mean?

Go Figure!

2008-03-19T12:26:00.001-07:00

TO up date everyone:

Allison and I have Joined in on at BODY Blitz Fat Bowl!

In January ending February 23.

Finishing in 4Th places with a total of 19 pounds and 32 inches lost!

CIA"Changing In Appearance" is what we did!

Personally challenges

I now can walk/run a half mile: 28 minutes -18 minutes

Number of push-up performed in 2 minutes: 26 - 32

Length of time you can hold a plank: 20sec - 2 minutes

Wordless Wednesday!

2008-03-19T07:33:00.000-07:00

Molly's Birthday!

2008-03-18T11:28:00.001-07:00

HAPPY

6th
BIRTHDAY MOLLY

HAPPY ST. PATRICK DAY!

2008-03-16T14:11:00.001-07:00

Check out my Slide Show!

2008-03-16T13:51:00.001-07:00

Happy St. Patricks Day!

2008-03-16T13:46:00.001-07:00

HAPPY ST. PATRICKS DAY!

Game Time

2008-03-16T13:34:00.001-07:00

What a great weekend first on Saturday morning Madison had her first valley ball games at the Norwalk Rec. What fun we all had. Watching the young ladies bumping and setting they did have a few really good valleys. GREAT team workout! I really was moved by how much they were encouraging each other.
Madison, did super! At first she was nervous, with it being first time ever playing and being the first game. You could see her getting more comfortable in the second game.

She did served the winning point in the second game.
They won all three games this week!

Way to go GIRLS!
We can't wait until next Saturday!

Monday Menu

2008-03-15T13:46:00.000-07:00

The Price is Right. These delicious recipes can each be made for under $15!

For more menu ideas, check out Laura's

Have a great WEEK!

May GOD smile on YOU!

Monday ~ St. Patrick's Day ~Corned Beef Brisket with Cabbage
Tuesday ~ Molly's 6th Birthday (going OUT)
Wednesday ~French Toast Skewers, english muffin, split, toasted
Thursday ~ Cheeseburger Meatloaf
Friday ~Chicken and Rice Skillet
Saturday ~BBQ Chicken
Sunday ~ Easter Dinner here

2008-03-14T07:30:00.000-07:00

PARENT - Job Description This is hysterical.

POSITION :Mom, Mommy, Mama, MaDad , Daddy, Dada, Pa, Pop

JOB DESCRIPTION :Long term, team players needed , for challengingpermanent work in an,often chaotic environment .Candidates must possess excellent communicationand organizational skills and be willing to workvariable hours, which will include evenings and weekendsand frequent 24 hour shifts on call Some overnight travel required, including trips toprimitive camping sites on rainy weekends and endless sports tournaments in far away cities!Travel expenses not reimbursed .Extensive courier duties also required

RESPONSIBILITIES :The rest of your life .Must be willing to be hated, at least temporarily,until someone needs $5 .Must be willing to bite tongue repeatedly .Also, must possess the physical stamina of apack muleand be able to go from zero to 60 mph in three seconds flatin case, this time, the screams fromthe backyard are not someone just crying wolf Must be willing to face stimulating technical challenges,such has small gadget repair, mysteriously sluggish toiletsand stuck zippers .Must screen phone calls, maintain calendars andcoordinate production of multiple homework projects .Must have ability to plan and organize social gatheringsfor clients of all ages and mental outlooks .Must be willing to be indispensable one minute,an embarrassment the next .Must handle assembly and product safety testing of ahalf million cheap, plastic toys, and battery operated devices .Must always hope for the best but be prepared for the worst .Must assume final, complete accountability forthe quality of the end product .Responsibilities also include floor maintenance andjanitorial work throughout the facility

POSSIBILITY FOR ADVANCEMENT & PROMOTION :None. Your job is to remain in the same position for years, without complaining, constantly retraining and updating your skills,so that those in your charge can ultimately surpass you

PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE :None required unfortunately .On-the-job training offered on a continually exhausting basis

WAGES AND COMPENSATION :Get this! You pay them!Offering frequent raises and bonuses .A balloon payment is due e when they turn 18 becauseof the assumption that college will help thembecome financially independent .When you die, you give them whatever is left .The oddest thing about this reverse-salary scheme is thatyou actually enjoy it and wish you could only do more

BENEFITS :While no health or dental insurance, no pension,no tuition reimbursement, no paid holidays andno stock options are offered;this job supplies limitless opportunities for personal growth, unconditional love,and free hugs and kisses for life if you play your cards right

** AND A FOOTNOTE "THERE IS NO RETIREMENT -- EVER!!!

Random Recipe Exchange

2008-03-14T06:20:00.001-07:00

It’s time once again for the Random Recipe Exchange. Stop on over at Pam’s blog if you want some more information about the fun Random Recipe Exchange.

This week we are sharing a Tex-Mex recipe. WOW! This one was easy for me. So, I am really excited to see what the other participants share so I can get lots of new recipes to try.
Here’s my recipe:

1 lb. lean ground beef
1 pkg. (10.75 oz.) TACO BELL® HOME ORIGINALS® Taco Dinner
1 cup KRAFT Shredded Cheddar Cheese
2 cups shredded lettuce
2 medium tomatoes, chopped
COOK meat with Taco Seasoning Mix as directed on package.
TOP with Salsa, cheese, lettuce and tomatoes.
CRUSH Taco Shells; sprinkle over taco mixture.

Prep Time:5 min
Total Time:15 min
Makes:6 servings, 1-1/3 cups each

Friday Feast

2008-03-14T04:53:00.000-07:00

Thank YOU Tina over at Palm Tree Fanatic stop by and check hers out

Appetizer

On a scale of 1-10 (with 10 as highest), how much do you like your own handwriting? Well I should of been a doctor. CHICKEN scratch. 3

Soup

Do you prefer baths or showers? Showers

Salad

What was the last bad movie you watched? There really isn't a bad movie...just those we don't like

Main Course

Name something you are addicted to and describe how it affects your life.

I'm addicted to my HUSBAND! They love he gives me could only come from God. He can always lift my spirits make me smile, he's hugs are healing. I LOVE him around the world and back! I THANK God everyday for Him!

Dessert

Which instrument is your favorite to listen to? WOW! I really don't know (The earth instruments)

Come feast with others over at Friday Feast

Know & Tell

2008-03-14T04:51:00.001-07:00

Want to play along? Go visit To Know Him

Question 1 What can you draw well? NO! but I can paint!

Question 2 Name a TV show (at any period in your life) that you watched that you were probably a little too old to watch. Not a big TV show watcher just MOVIES. I would have to say "Cory in the House". on Disney

Question 3 What color is the dominant color of your wardrobe? I would say browns

Question 4 Favorite donut? Glazed croissant and jelly filled.

Question 5 Wear painful shoes just because they are cute? No way!

Bonus Questions Question 6 Is there anything that you believe you do not believe God about? I cannot think of anything...

Question 7 In general, do you think it is OK to be frustrated with people? LOL, is it OK for people to get frustrated with YOU? I know one thing I'm not perfect. We all have our times and days. May time I find myself praying through it, asking God, to help me to say and do the right thing. to See them through his eyes. Kind in mind frustration isn't always personnel.

Thanks Tina over at Palm Tree Fanatic, stop by and check hers out:

Faith-Lift Fridays

2008-03-14T04:06:00.000-07:00

Encourage others and yourself! Share a scripture, quote, devotional, lyrics, or anything that has blessed you and strengthened you in your faith.

For More Faith-lift Friday visit Taking The Challenge

What Matters the MOST

Life without love is really worthless:

No matter what I say, what I believe and what I do, I'm bankrupt without love.

I Corinthians 13:3

Love means living the way God commanded us to live. As you have heard from the beginning, his command is this: LIVE a life of LOVE.

2 John 1:6

Its not enough to just say relationship are important we must prove it by investing time in them. Words alone are worthless, "My children, our love should not be just word and talk; it must be true love, which shows itself in action."

RELATIONSHIP take time and effort, and the best way to spell love is

"T~I~M~E"

The Best TIME to Love is NOW!

This is a area in my life that I straggle with.

Honesty, most of the time my friendships are not my first priority.

My prayer today;

God, whether I get anything else done today, I want to make sure that I spend time loving you and loving other people- because that's what life is all about. I don't want to waste another day not telling others about you and showing them that I LOVE them.. Place on my heart those friendships that I need to work on making more of a priority. In Jesus Name Amen

Snow FUN!

2008-03-12T05:50:00.001-07:00

The Blizzard of March 2008

Drive way fun!

Wordless Wednesday!

2008-03-12T04:48:00.001-07:00

WELCOME our 4 New Additions to

The Edwards Family!

Molly's Lily had babies last night March 11, 2008 so that makes me a Grandma.

This is her first birth and WOW is was exciting watching it with all three girls.

First one born was the orange/white at 8:35pm Madison and I had to help her out!

Second one born is the one that looks like Gizmo black/while 8:52pm

Third one born is orange/black/white marked at 9:38

Fourth one born is the twin to black/white at 10:05pm

Everything comes from God alone. Everything lives by his power, and everything is for his glory. Romans 11:36

Time Travel Tuesday!

2008-03-12T04:18:00.001-07:00

It's Tuesday and time for some time traveling fun.Our host for Time Travel Tuesday Annie, over at http://www.mylifeasannie.com/ had this for us today."Time traveling assignment for today:Look around your house and find an object of interest.

Where did it come from?

Was it a gift from someone special or a gift for yourself?

Tell all about it! bonus: post a picture of your item!"

These are the Grandmother grades cards they are over 50 years old, 1930-1942

Try It Tuesdays

2008-03-10T15:19:00.000-07:00

Coolest-Video-Ever

Ulimate Blog Party

2008-03-09T12:02:00.001-07:00

Welcome! We are so thrilled to have you here.
We know you have a ton of parties to get to, but first come on in and party with us.
Grab a plate, fill it, do you need something to drink? We just love meeting new blogging friends. Once you have been by, you are a part of our FAMILY. Now that you have a cushioned seat, let me quickly introduce ourselves. My name is Shaunda. I'm 32 year old Stay at Home Mom with a Daycare business that I run right out of our home called Toddlers Trailers. I have been doing this for 10 years now.
Wouldn't change a thing. I'm a Girl Scout leader for 6years. A volunteer through ROY (reach our youth) I believe in our community and making the world a better place.
I'm a Christian, I accepted Christ in the fall of 2003, Have been a member Norwalk Alliance Church since 2006. Right now I'm the co-coordinator of MOPS (Mothers of Pre-schoolers) where we meeting the on the 2ND & 4Th Tuesday of each month to support each other.
I started my blog because of a dear friend told me that I should show others my thoughts and its a great way to keep track of all the fun things the kids say and do. Sometime I find it to be hard to keep up with. I try to take part over at Laura's Menu Monday - great way to sharing recipes. I just love Wordless Wednesday - sometimes the pictures tell it all. Throwback Thursday - I really enjoy looking at others. Thursday Thank Tank - What are you thankful for? Sheryl at Faith-Lift Friday - is one of my most Favorites.

Something I do on my own: My Thoughts: being toss around - sharing whats going on in my life or maybe others around me.

Try it Tuesday - trying something new stepping out of your comfort zone maybe even making something.

One room @ a Time - this is my spring thing
Something I would just love to do is give a recap of the weekend!

Let me introduce you to the family.

DH-Mo, My 3 M's Madison, Mckenzie, Molly and family dog Gizmo named after his dad.

We have been married for 9 years this coming November, but we started dating in 1991. So we have been together for just about 17 years.

God gave us 3 beautiful daughters.
Our Oldest is Madison. She is 11 years old and in the 5Th grade. She is my tender hearted child she cares so deeply for others. She also is Crazy about her Drag Racing and volleyball. When she is not driving fast or bumping & setting she loves spend time with God, her FAMILY and FRIENDS! (she wants to help people)

Our Middle child is McKenzie. She is 7 years old and in 2nd grade. She is my GIRLY GIRLY! oh yes, drama queen all the way. She also loves to sit at home. She is my big helper. She wants to travel the world. I feel God will lean her to do ministry. She loves to read and help others. (She wants to be a teacher one day).

Our youngest child is Molly. She will be turning 6 on the 18th of this month. She started Kindergarten this past fall. Where do we start! Full of LIFE, she makes us LOL alot. It's going to be very interesting to see where God puts her. I really feel she will make a big impact in this world. (She wants to be a leader)

and there is GIZMO
A little Food for Thought

Do you ever feel like you are limited by the system of this world? You go to work, get a paycheck, and that determines your limits. Maybe you have dreams and desires, but you don’t feel like you have the right connections. Or maybe you don’t have the right education. It’s tempting to think, “I’ll never rise any higher. I’m limited to the system that I’m in.” But you have to remember, God likes to go outside the system! He likes to do unusual, extraordinary things. You may have a dream in your heart that’s bigger than your finances. It’s bigger than your education, bigger than anything that your family has ever done. And it’s easy to think, “Well, I don’t have the expertise. I don’t have the connections. I don’t have the right people behind me.” It may be bigger than your system but be encouraged today. You may not have the right connections but you have God—you and God are a majority! Your dream is not dependent on other people. God loves to take ordinary people and use them to do extraordinary things. You have not seen your best days yet. No matter where you are in life, no matter what environment you’re in, no matter how impossible your dreams may seem. You need to know God already has a plan. He already has a way. If you will stay in faith God will go outside the system and take you places that you never thought possible! He’ll take you way beyond your system to live the life of VICTORY!

My God Smile on YOU each and everyday!
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Monday Menu

2008-03-09T11:17:00.001-07:00

The Price is Right. These delicious recipes can each be made for under $15!

For more menu ideas, check out Laura's Have a great WEEK!
May GOD smile on YOU!

Monday~Cheesy Chicken Skillet
Tuesday~Taco-Taco salad @ Charles

Wednesday~ Crisp-and-Creamy Baked Chicken
6 Tbsp. (1/2 of 1 pouch) SHAKE 'N BAKE Extra Crispy Seasoned Coating Mix
2 cups instant white rice, uncooked
2/3 cup (1/2 of 10-3/4-oz. can) condensed cream of celery soup
1/4 cup milk
1 cup KRAFT Shredded Cheddar & Monterey Jack Cheese

Thursday~Quick-Fix Beef and Rice
1 lb. lean ground beef
2 cups frozen peas
2/3 cup (1/2 of 10-3/4-oz. can) condensed cream of celery soup
1/4 cup milk
1 clove garlic, minced
1/2 tsp. dried thyme leaves
2-2/3 cups hot cooked instant white rice
1 cup KRAFT Shredded Cheddar & Monterey Jack Cheese

Friday~Zesty Meatballs and Rice
1 lb. lean ground beef
6 Tbsp. (1/2 of 1 pouch) SHAKE 'N BAKE Extra Crispy Seasoned Coating Mix
1 cup finely shredded carrots
1/2 cup KRAFT Shredded Cheddar & Monterey Jack Cheese
1/4 cup KRAFT CATALINA Dressing
2 Tbsp. soy sauce
1-1/4 cups water
1-1/2 cups instant white rice, uncooked
MIX meat, coating mix, carrots and cheese. Shape evenly into 16 balls.
COOK meatballs in large nonstick skillet on medium-high heat 8 min. or until evenly browned, stirring occasionally.
ADD dressing, soy sauce, water and rice; mix well. Bring to boil. Reduce heat to medium-low; simmer 1 min. Cover. Remove from heat; let stand 5 min. or until liquid is absorbed.

Saturday~Roast Pork with Parmesan Fries
Sunday~Tuna Melts

1 pkg. (4-serving size) JELL-O Vanilla Flavor Instant Pudding & Pie Filling
1 can (20 oz.) DOLE Crushed Pineapple in Juice, undrained
1 cup thawed COOL WHIP Whipped Topping
1 prepared round angel food cake (10 oz.)
10 fresh strawberries
MIX dry pudding mix and pineapple in medium bowl. Gently stir in whipped topping.
CUT cake horizontally into three layers. Place bottom cake layer on serving plate; top with one-third of the pudding mixture. Repeat layers two times.
REFRIGERATE at least 1 hour. Top with strawberries just before serving. Store leftovers in refrigerator

My Thoughts: Being Tossed around

2008-03-09T10:38:00.000-07:00

Do you need more confidence for something specific in your life today?

Confidence is strength in knowing that God has chosen you and equipped you for everything in life today. It doesn’t matter what you may be facing, you can find confidence in God. When you understand how much God loves you and that He desires to empower you, every obstacle will become smaller and smaller. Know this, for every challenge, God has a solution. He wants to turn your obstacle into opportunity. He wants to bring you out stronger than before. He wants to take you to higher places. Your soul can find refuge and shelter in Him. That means, you can rest, even in the midst of the storms of life. Take a step of faith today and begin to thank Him for working your life. Thank Him for the confidence that He has promised you. Remember, God is at work on your behalf. He will fill your heart with His peace, confidence, and power to move forward into the abundant life He has for you!

Snow Day Yesterday!

2008-03-06T09:58:00.000-08:00

NO school YESTERDAY, abled us to go to Kalahari for the WHOLE day returning at 8pm. Our day was filled with water slides, wave pool, hot tubs, family slides, good eats, tree house fun and of course can't forget the WONDERFUL arcade in which there was a game that was giving out 99 tickets every time you played it. So we cashed in on that FUN!

Special THANKS to Scott and Shelly for giving us the TICKETS...

Boy this year, all the SNOW days have been filled with way to much excitement!

Try it Tuesdays

2008-03-04T04:20:00.000-08:00

Praise the Lord, I tell myself; with my whole heart, I will praise his holy name. Praise the Lord, I tell myself, and never forget the good things he does for me. He forgives all my sins and heals all my diseases. He ransoms me from death and surrounds me with love and tender mercies. He fills my life with good things. My youth is renewed like the eagle's! The Lord gives righteousness and justice to all who are treated unfairly. He revealed his character to Moses and his deeds to the people of Israel. The Lord is merciful and gracious; he is slow to anger and full of unfailing love. He will not constantly accuse us, nor remain angry forever. He has not punished us for all our sins, nor does he deal with us as we desire. For his unfailing love toward those who love him is as great as the height of the heavens above the earth. He has removed our rebellious acts as far away from us as the east is from the west.
Psalm 103:1-12

Monday Menu

2008-03-03T04:58:00.001-08:00

For more menu ideas, check out Laura at I'm an organizing junkie! Have a great WEEK!
May GOD smile on YOU!

Monday~Cheesy Tuna Dinner

Tuesday~Terrific Tacos @ Charles

Wednesday~Shepherd's Pie

1 lb. ground beef
2 cups hot mashed potatoes
4 oz. (1/2 of 8-oz. pkg.) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, cubed
1 cup KRAFT Shredded Cheddar Cheese, divided
2 cloves garlic, minced
4 cups frozen mixed vegetables, thawed
1 cup beef gravy
PREHEAT oven to 375ºF. Brown meat in large skillet. Meanwhile, mix potatoes, cream cheese, 1/2 cup of the shredded cheese and the garlic until well blended.
DRAIN meat. Return to skillet; stir in vegetables and gravy. Spoon into 9-inch square baking dish; cover with potato mixture and remaining 1/2 cup shredded cheese.
BAKE 20 min. or until heated through.

Thursday~ Spaghetti Dinner at MAPLEHURST school

Friday~Pizza ~ Guitar Hero Night

Saturday~Slow Cooker Shredded BBQ Beef

Sunday~Chicken Fajitas

Sharing a CUP of Tea!

2008-03-03T04:56:00.001-08:00

Sharing a cup of tea

One day my mother was out and my dad was in charge. I was maybe 1 and a half years old. Someone had given me a little 'tea set' as a gift and it was one of my favorite toys. Daddy was in the living room engrossed in the evening news and my brother was playing nearby in the living room when I brought Daddy a little cup of 'tea', which was just water.

After several cups of tea and lots of praise for such yummy tea, my Mom came home. My Dad made her wait in the living room to watch me bring him a cup of tea, because it was 'just the cutest thing!'

My Mom waited, and sure enough, here I come down the hall with a cup of tea for Daddy and she watches him drink it up, then says,
'Did it ever occur to you that the only place that baby can reach to get water is the toilet?

My thoughts: Being tossed around!

2008-02-28T03:33:00.000-08:00

Are there people or activities in your life that you know you need to separate yourself from?

The Bible says that bad company will corrupt good morals. God wants you to constantly be growing and rising higher in life. That’s why this verse encourages us to separate ourselves from corrupting influences. And those influences are more than just the people in your everyday life. The influences are anything that influence your thinking. Be careful about what you are allowing into your mind. Be careful about what you read and what you watch. Don’t give your attention to things that are going to drag you down. Choose to separate yourself today. Remember. God wants you to live an abundant life. He wants you be separate so that He can work through you and fulfill his purposes in you life. As you cleanse yourself God will work in and through you so that you can live as an over comer the way God intends!

Wordless Wednesday!

2008-02-27T13:51:00.000-08:00

Girl Scout Troop 10
Friends make the World a Better Place!
Sharing and Caring
Cards, mores cards and MORE Cards 250 of them they stamped, colored, and wrote special messages in each one...

I just love watching them all GROW into young ladies!

With GREAT big HEARTS!
Working HARD together!

They have been working very hard on making Spring Cards for the Service of Aging. In a few weeks they will be putting together 250 Easter Basket for the Meals on Wheels program here in Norwalk. They are reaching out to our community trying to charge one life at a time sending out HOPE.

One Room @ a Time

2008-02-26T07:15:00.000-08:00

McKenzie's New Room!

Purple ~ Purple~ Purple ~ Purple

Having Some FUN!

2008-02-26T06:57:00.000-08:00

Where did this BOX come from?

I think it just made a NOISE!

Its MOLLY!

Boxes are so much fun. The girls and I have made these 14 things out of BOXES!

1. Kitchen - Sink

2. Doll House (house)

3. Tables

4. Drums

5. Beds

6. Computers

7. Furniture ~ chairs

8. Boats

9. Cars - Buses

10. T.V.

11. Blankets

12. Basketball ~ Soccer box

13. Island

14. Stove - Microwave

Can you remember playing with boxes when you were a kid? What did you make?

Something to SHARE!

2008-02-26T06:43:00.000-08:00

Monday Feb 25, 08

Show and Tell at Main Street School

Yes, she talked her dad into bring the Junior Dragster into school. What a great day for it...

IT was a hit with all the kids.

Questions that were asked:

Has anyone ever die in one of these cars?

How much money do they cost?

One of the kids asked if we were rich?

Is it had to drive?

How fast will this go?

Both Madison and Mo had a great time sharing with all the KIDS!!!

Menu Plan Monday

2008-02-26T06:22:00.000-08:00

Monday~Meatloaf~Garlic roasted potatoes

Tuesday~Grilled Cheese Sandwich and Chili

Wednesday~Blueberry-Strawberry Breakfast Shortcake

Thursday~Bake Chicken & Parmesan Vegetables

Friday~Taco Bake

Saturday~Meatball Subs

Sunday~Cheesy Tuna with Vegetables

Faith-Lift Fridays

2008-02-22T08:06:00.000-08:00

“Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; the old has gone, the new has come”

II Corinthians 5:17

“Love never fails”

I Corinthians 13:8

We all have people in our lives that are difficult at times. Maybe it’s someone you work with, a family member or even your spouse. Relationships can be complicated, but remember: love never fails. The Word of God clearly defines love in 1 Corinthians 13. It says that love is patient and kind. It doesn’t seek its own way. Love doesn’t keep a record of wrongs. And most importantly, love never fails. Notice that this chapter doesn’t talk at all about how you feel. God’s love isn’t about feelings. It’s a choice. You can choose to be patient, even when you don’t feel like being patient. You can choose to be kind, even when you don’t feel like being kind. No matter what situation you find yourself in, you can choose love. You are never more like God than when you are walking in love.

~Giving and Receiving LOVE~

2008-02-14T17:00:00.000-08:00

God gives you many great promises and blessings in His Word. One of the most exciting is found in the verse for today. Jesus tells you that if you give love away, then you will receive it back in abundance—more than you ever thought possible! But for some reason, most people have a difficult time giving away love, and receiving it as well. But love was designed to be shared. Don’t hold on to your love and devotion; give it away because it is only then that you will be truly blessed with love in return. Try it even today; show true love and friendship to someone and see if you don’t receive an abundance of love and blessings in return!

~Happy Valentine~

2008-02-14T16:52:00.000-08:00

For God so loVed the world,
That He gAve
his onLy
BegottEn
SoN
That whosoever
Believeth In Him
Should Not perish,
But haveEverlasting life." John 3:16

Knock~Knock~Knock~Knock

2008-02-11T16:32:00.000-08:00

A nurse on the pediatric ward, before listening to the little ones chests, would plug the stethoscope into their ears and let them listen to their own hearts. Their eyes would always light up with awe, but she never got a response equal to four-year old David's comment. Gently she tucked the stethoscope into his ears and placed the disk over his heart. 'Listen,' she said, 'what do you suppose that is?' He drew his eyebrows together in a puzzled line and looked up as if lost in the mystery of the strange tap - tap - tapping deep in his chest. Then his face broke out in a wondrous grin and he asked, 'Is that Jesus knocking?'

Go Figure!

2008-02-11T04:30:00.000-08:00

TOTAL weight so far Shaunda 3.5 & Allison 6!

WOW! Were doing GREAT!

2 more weeks to GO!!!!!!

Week 5 ~ February 10-16

Healthy tip: Don't eat at least 2-3 hours before bed!

Excercise of the week: Jump rope for 2 minutes

Week 4~ February 3 - 9

Healthy tip: Do one positive thing for someone!

Excercise of the week: Go outside comfort zone!

When I weighed in @ 178.5 ~~~Allison weighed in @ 201

~AWARDS~AWARDS~AWARDS~AWARDS~

2008-02-11T03:44:00.000-08:00

These four awards were awarded to me from a dear blogging friend KC.

Thanks so much!

I pass all of these awards on to anyone that reads my BLOG!

I want to thank all of you who commented on my post.

Thank you out there for having such great blogs and being such great friends!

You ALL deserve these!

Feel free to award people who have already been awarded…”
I love awards!

Enjoy and pass along!

Monday Menu

2008-02-11T03:09:00.000-08:00

For more menu ideas, check out Laura at I'm an organizing junkie! Have a great WEEK!

May GOD smile on YOU!

Monday ~ Minestrone Soup ~ Grill Cheese sandwich

2 cans (14-1/2 oz. each) reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 can (16 oz.) no-salt-added stewed tomatoes, undrained, coarsely chopped
2 cups cooked kidney beans (prepared without salt)
1 pkg. (16 oz.) frozen mixed vegetables
1/4 cup shell macaroni, uncooked
1 tsp. garlic powder
1 tsp. dried basil leaves

COMBINE all ingredients except crackers in large saucepan. Bring to boil on medium-high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low. SIMMER 20 min. or until macaroni is tender.
SERVE with the unsalted crackers.

Tuesday ~ Broccoli Rice Casserole ~ toss salad

Wednesday ~ Stuffed French Toast with Ham & Bacon

Slices cinnamon raisin bread

4 Tbsp. fat free PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese Spread
2 slices Shaved Honey Ham

4 slices of bacon
2 eggs
2 Tbsp. milk
2 tsp. sugar
2 Tbsp. pancake syrup

Thursday ~ Chicken Parmesan ~ toss salad

Friday ~ Easy Pleasing Meatloaf ~ garlic mash pototas

Saturday ~ Beef Fajitas ~ rice

Sunday ~ Slow-Cooker BBQ Beef Stew ~ Noodles

The Price is Right. These delicious recipes can each be made for under $15!

Wordless Wednesday!

2008-02-06T10:33:00.000-08:00

Jesus looked at them and said, "With man this is impossible, but not with God; all things are possible with God" (Mark 10:27).

With God all things are possible!