Introducing......Papa Dan

most recent photo

That's my hubby's nickname at the firestation. Has been for sometime now. He hired on there when our Jeri was 1 year old...over 20 years ago. He is...what shall I say? DA MAN!!! He is my man that God gave me 33 years ago. And I will say that I haven't always appreciated him as I should. He is a DIY'er, (everything from fixing our autos to plumbing to putting in windows) has a strong work ethic, a great father to our 6 kids, caring and generous. (more generous than myself, I hate to admit, but true) He tries to listen and understand me....quite a feat! He is a helper...wait a minute, aren't I suppose to be his helper? He helps anyone and everyone, including me. Right now he is getting our house ready for his Mom to move in...helping her big time!! He loves gardening and the simple way of living. His 10 hens and rooster are testimony to that. And all in the city. Of course he has his weaknesses, lest you compare him to your husband. But I will leave that with the Lord.

wedding day photo

When my granddaughter, Riley, (5) was here yesterday, I showed her our wedding picture. Two great things happened. 1-She said "oh, beautiful.....your dress is darling!" That came out of the mouth of a 5 year old!! AND 2-I thought of how grateful I am to be able to still be married after 33 years and that I am able to be an example to her. Our God has been faithful to keep us through the years. To the young wives out there-----it is worth the fight, the working through your differences. To be able to stand as a married couple before your grandchildren someday. It is a type of hope you can give them. "Surely God is my help; the Lord is the one who sustains me." Psalm 54:4 Thank you, Honey, for battling through with me and for who you are!!

The Real Reason.....

ok...I just remembered the real reason for this blog is to do something constructive when I can't sleep......... AND what menopause REALLY means is "to pause from sleeping in the middle of the night!"

Why blog?

Yikes!! My daughter has beat me to the punch by mentioning that I have a blog! I realized I'd better get something on this here blog for you all to read! Why blog? That is the question I had to answer for myself when it kept coming to my mind. I have been a follower of Jesus long enough to know that when something keeps coming to your mind, you should stop and think on it and then act accordingly. I'm not really too big on the computer and technology like some folks are, but have come to realize that it is a tool that can be used for good. In our small group from our church, we were recently discussing the desire to share and be known. I believe God made us all that way. He created us all so uniquely that we can learn and benefit from each other. To me, blogging is a journal of sorts. Of course, I don't want to get too personal...it might freak out my kids. Heaven forbid that I embarrass them!! I've also realized that I have value just like everyone else and after 50 some years on this earth, I have a story to share. I have enjoyed hearing other peoples stories and have been inspired and encouraged from books, movies, testimonies at church, conversations with friends and family, and yes, even blogs. I pray God will help me to do that with this blog. So, if you find yourself helped, even the least tiny bit, pass it on to your friends!! Thanks for stoppin' in!!