See entry about my nephew, Lee.
More prayers, please.
Saturday, January 26, 2008
Thursday, January 24, 2008
The Writing is on the Mirror
and that's a good place to express yourself (with Sharpies, of course).
Daily reminders, words of encouragment and fun sayings.
Next time you need to get something off your chest, or are looking for a great place to scribble, doodle and draw, go visit your mirror.
When you're done, Windex takes it all off.
(inexpensive therapy, I say!)
ps- Mr Sketch markers work as well, but the color runs when you squirt it. So wipe fast, or use Sharpies. Of course, dry erase markers work, too, but they just aren't the same as Sharpies.
pss- I'd attach an image, but it's too tough to capture a mirror in a picture sucessfully AND, it's just for me.
Daily reminders, words of encouragment and fun sayings.
Next time you need to get something off your chest, or are looking for a great place to scribble, doodle and draw, go visit your mirror.
When you're done, Windex takes it all off.
(inexpensive therapy, I say!)
ps- Mr Sketch markers work as well, but the color runs when you squirt it. So wipe fast, or use Sharpies. Of course, dry erase markers work, too, but they just aren't the same as Sharpies.
pss- I'd attach an image, but it's too tough to capture a mirror in a picture sucessfully AND, it's just for me.
Tuesday, January 22, 2008
The need for a new heart
This is Lee. Many of you have been praying for him, and I ask you to continue. He is still in the hospital awaiting a new heart. For those new to the prayer team, this wonderfully healthy nephew of mine went into the hospital October 25th after becoming very ill. He had turned 20 Monday of that week.
We have no idea why or how, but his heart is blown out. Currently, the work of his heart is being done by a VAD. This is considered a "bridge to transplant".
Please pray for him, his parents and sister, and the family who will experience a tragedy in order for a heart to be available.
More prayers, please.
Monday, January 21, 2008
The facination with Sharpies
From the time I first encountered a Sharpie, it was with my brother Gil at his glass studio. He is cool, and this marker was cool, thus began my interest in Sharpies. Little did I know, my interest would grow into what some call an obsession.
When I first saw them in blue and red, I thought, "WOW! options! choices!" (I like multiple colors and went through an intense rainbow phase between 11 and 14) I have been known to get excited over the multi-color packs of Sharpies and new styles. Someday Brian R will recover from my Sharpie freak-out at the Safeway in San Francisco when I first discovered mini's. He thought I was being attacked. When there were no other people around me, he thought I had hurt myself. When I showed him my new find, he shook his head and walked away. I hear that he has a Sharpie obsession now, too.
Fine point, super fine, mini, highlighter, chisel point, retractable, and liquid... if it's a Sharpie, I like it!
The Sharpie passion is shared with some amazing friends, such as Gayellyn and Paige (and now, Brian). If you happen upon one of us and ask for a Shapie, we will more than likely have at least one. If you need to borrow it, don't leave our site. If you lose it, and attempt to replace it with another permanent-type marker, run.
Although I was introduced to this amazing writing implement at a young age, I have learned that Sharpies need a companion set of markers... Mr Sketch. see next Blog
When I first saw them in blue and red, I thought, "WOW! options! choices!" (I like multiple colors and went through an intense rainbow phase between 11 and 14) I have been known to get excited over the multi-color packs of Sharpies and new styles. Someday Brian R will recover from my Sharpie freak-out at the Safeway in San Francisco when I first discovered mini's. He thought I was being attacked. When there were no other people around me, he thought I had hurt myself. When I showed him my new find, he shook his head and walked away. I hear that he has a Sharpie obsession now, too.
Fine point, super fine, mini, highlighter, chisel point, retractable, and liquid... if it's a Sharpie, I like it!
The Sharpie passion is shared with some amazing friends, such as Gayellyn and Paige (and now, Brian). If you happen upon one of us and ask for a Shapie, we will more than likely have at least one. If you need to borrow it, don't leave our site. If you lose it, and attempt to replace it with another permanent-type marker, run.
Although I was introduced to this amazing writing implement at a young age, I have learned that Sharpies need a companion set of markers... Mr Sketch. see next Blog
How I chase away the clouds
An attitude adjustment USUALLY chases away the clouds. PRAYER is first and foremost.
A creative activity (Crayons, Sharpies, pastels or watercolors) dancing and/or talking with one of the stars in my life can do the trick.
Having an attitude of gratitude keeps the clouds gone, or sends them off quickly.
On those days when I can't shake them, or "snap out of it", I realize I need more. Healthy food (not just the sugar cookies I crave) some more exercise, connections with the stars.
(stars = people in my life who send positive vibes, not whiney or needy)
AND I when it comes to the point that I realize my "situational depression" is back, I revert to my "tree-hugger/granola eating" treatment (as some have called it). 1 visit to the accupunturist a week for 4 weeks coupled with a B-Complex vitamin and Calm Spirit herb (from the accupuncturist).
Once I'm on a more even kiel, I can address the situtations.
A creative activity (Crayons, Sharpies, pastels or watercolors) dancing and/or talking with one of the stars in my life can do the trick.
Having an attitude of gratitude keeps the clouds gone, or sends them off quickly.
On those days when I can't shake them, or "snap out of it", I realize I need more. Healthy food (not just the sugar cookies I crave) some more exercise, connections with the stars.
(stars = people in my life who send positive vibes, not whiney or needy)
AND I when it comes to the point that I realize my "situational depression" is back, I revert to my "tree-hugger/granola eating" treatment (as some have called it). 1 visit to the accupunturist a week for 4 weeks coupled with a B-Complex vitamin and Calm Spirit herb (from the accupuncturist).
Once I'm on a more even kiel, I can address the situtations.
Sunday, January 20, 2008
Always and Never
Two words that are often misused. I pondered these the other day. I considered their weight and intent. The following statements settled well with me:
I never go a day with out breathing,
but I don't always value each breath.
I never stop loving my kids,
but I don't always like them.
(come on, this is a tough one for parents to admit, but it's true!)
I will never get any taller
but I will always be able to grow.
God will never stop loving us,
And God will always provide.
I never go a day with out breathing,
but I don't always value each breath.
I never stop loving my kids,
but I don't always like them.
(come on, this is a tough one for parents to admit, but it's true!)
I will never get any taller
but I will always be able to grow.
God will never stop loving us,
And God will always provide.
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