I have never really considered myself a women's libber. I usually mocked the people of the NOW and NARAL as they would march holding signs as wierdoes. That said, I do believe that women deserve equality in the workplace as they can do most things as well or better than men and should get paid for it. I don't believe, against the teachings of the church of my youth, that the women's place in the home is to be the footstool and be walked all over by the husband either. I believe that the two are more like equal partners who share headship in the home.
Along those lines I want to share a poem that was in our local newspaper on Sunday to celebrate Mother's Day. I don't necessarily endorse every line and rhyme of it, I just liked it and thought it was appropriate as we celebrate all our moms.
It was written by Tina King Love of Loves Park, Illinois.
I AM WOMAN!
I am the foundation of strength in the shoulders of which you lean. I am woman, no doubt, fulfillment of your dreams.
I AM WOMAN!
I am the backbone of man, for I was created from his rib, the powerhouse of wisdom, the bearer of his kids.
I AM WOMAN!
I am the light of light, the mother of many, the giver of love, for which I have plenty!
I AM WOMAN!
I am your strength in your hours of weakness, your faith when it is gone, I am the answer to your problems, the voice you hear in songs.
I AM WOMAN!
I am your food when you are hungry. I am the smile on your face. No one, yet no one, could ever take my place.
I AM WOMAN!
I am the giver of life. I am both mother and wife. I am a father when I need to be. For my children, my life I'll sacrifice!
I AM WOMAN!
I am the exact replica of my mother and her mother too. I put God first in all that I do.
I AM WOMAN!
I am the peace that you wish for on those many restless nights. I am the gentle breeze from the wings of a dove, soaring when in flight.
I AM WOMAN!
I am the comfort zone that surpasses none other. Your sister, father, best friend and brother.
I AM SHE, "The ONE and ONLY MOTHER!"
For after I am gone, there will be no other!
I AM WOMAN!
I AM WOMAN! A GREAT WOMAN I AM! I, AM, WOMAN!!!!!!
Tuesday, May 15, 2007
Wednesday, May 9, 2007
Twin mom and baby makes 4
What a day we had yesterday. Apparently when I was reading my Bible on Monday night I left my glasses beside it and they were knocked on the floor when we went to bed. My husband stepped on them and well, I tried to put them on and the bow broke off. So much for that pair. Thankfully, it was time to get new ones anyway as it had been three years. I was just putting it off a couple of months. Oh well.
So, I had the idea to go to one eyeglass place that offers low prices on glasses and includes an eye exam. Those of you out there who do not have optical insurance and have to buy eyeglasses or contacts know how those costs can add up. I toted all my three kids (near 4 year old twins and baby in car seat) into this place and filled out the information only to find out that I would have to wait 7-10 days to get my new glasses. Well, I cannot see long distance, so I would not be able to see the overhead or the pastor at church (Maybe that is not all bad, just kidding, pastor), and I would not be able to drive if I did not need sunglasses, and worse, I could not watch tv and that would be just horrible. Well, I knew that place would not work, so I toted them all back to the car and made my way to the place that we got our glasses at before at the mall, though I knew that it would cost a lot more, but I knew that I could get them that same day.
So, here I am again toting my three children out of the van to the mall. I went in and made an appointment for 12:45. Then I took my two older children to the play area and fed the baby while they played. By that time, it was just about time for my appointment. I went back to the store and found that they had never put my name in, so I had to wait a little longer, until I convinced them that they needed to get me in because my children would get hungry soon.
After I saw the eye doctor I ordered the glasses and found out that I would have to wait two more hours to get it done (thankfully it was still that same day), but I did not have my stroller because I was not prepared to go to the mall.
Here I am carrying a baby car seat and toting two nearly four year olds around the mall for two hours. We stopped to eat lunch, which I was not planning on doing either.
It is tiring doing all this. I did not get back until around 4:15 and I had left the house that morning around 11:00.
So, I had the idea to go to one eyeglass place that offers low prices on glasses and includes an eye exam. Those of you out there who do not have optical insurance and have to buy eyeglasses or contacts know how those costs can add up. I toted all my three kids (near 4 year old twins and baby in car seat) into this place and filled out the information only to find out that I would have to wait 7-10 days to get my new glasses. Well, I cannot see long distance, so I would not be able to see the overhead or the pastor at church (Maybe that is not all bad, just kidding, pastor), and I would not be able to drive if I did not need sunglasses, and worse, I could not watch tv and that would be just horrible. Well, I knew that place would not work, so I toted them all back to the car and made my way to the place that we got our glasses at before at the mall, though I knew that it would cost a lot more, but I knew that I could get them that same day.
So, here I am again toting my three children out of the van to the mall. I went in and made an appointment for 12:45. Then I took my two older children to the play area and fed the baby while they played. By that time, it was just about time for my appointment. I went back to the store and found that they had never put my name in, so I had to wait a little longer, until I convinced them that they needed to get me in because my children would get hungry soon.
After I saw the eye doctor I ordered the glasses and found out that I would have to wait two more hours to get it done (thankfully it was still that same day), but I did not have my stroller because I was not prepared to go to the mall.
Here I am carrying a baby car seat and toting two nearly four year olds around the mall for two hours. We stopped to eat lunch, which I was not planning on doing either.
It is tiring doing all this. I did not get back until around 4:15 and I had left the house that morning around 11:00.
Twin mom and baby makes 4
What a day we had yesterday. Apparently when I was reading my Bible on Monday night I left my glasses beside it and they were knocked on the floor when we went to bed. My husband stepped on them and well, I tried to put them on and the bow broke off. So much for that pair. Thankfully, it was time to get new ones anyway as it had been three years. I was just putting it off a couple of months. Oh well.
So, I had the idea to go to one eyeglass place that offers low prices on glasses and includes an eye exam. Those of you out there who do not have optical insurance and have to buy eyeglasses or contacts know how those costs can add up. I toted all my three kids (near 4 year old twins and baby in car seat) into this place and filled out the information only to find out that I would have to wait 7-10 days to get my new glasses. Well, I cannot see long distance, so I would not be able to see the overhead or the pastor at church (Maybe that is not all bad, just kidding, pastor), and I would not be able to drive if I did not need sunglasses, and worse, I could not watch tv and that would be just horrible. Well, I knew that place would not work, so I toted them all back to the car and made my way to the place that we got our glasses at before at the mall, though I knew that it would cost a lot more, but I knew that I could get them that same day.
So, here I am again toting my three children out of the van to the mall. I went in and made an appointment for 12:45. Then I took my two older children to the play area and fed the baby while they played. By that time, it was just about time for my appointment. I went back to the store and found that they had never put my name in, so I had to wait a little longer, until I convinced them that they needed to get me in because my children would get hungry soon.
After I saw the eye doctor I ordered the glasses and found out that I would have to wait two more hours to get it done (thankfully it was still that same day), but I did not have my stroller because I was not prepared to go to the mall.
Here I am carrying a baby car seat and toting two nearly four year olds around the mall for two hours. We stopped to eat lunch, which I was not planning on doing either.
It is tiring doing all this. I did not get back until around 4:15 and I had left the house that morning around 11:00.
So, I had the idea to go to one eyeglass place that offers low prices on glasses and includes an eye exam. Those of you out there who do not have optical insurance and have to buy eyeglasses or contacts know how those costs can add up. I toted all my three kids (near 4 year old twins and baby in car seat) into this place and filled out the information only to find out that I would have to wait 7-10 days to get my new glasses. Well, I cannot see long distance, so I would not be able to see the overhead or the pastor at church (Maybe that is not all bad, just kidding, pastor), and I would not be able to drive if I did not need sunglasses, and worse, I could not watch tv and that would be just horrible. Well, I knew that place would not work, so I toted them all back to the car and made my way to the place that we got our glasses at before at the mall, though I knew that it would cost a lot more, but I knew that I could get them that same day.
So, here I am again toting my three children out of the van to the mall. I went in and made an appointment for 12:45. Then I took my two older children to the play area and fed the baby while they played. By that time, it was just about time for my appointment. I went back to the store and found that they had never put my name in, so I had to wait a little longer, until I convinced them that they needed to get me in because my children would get hungry soon.
After I saw the eye doctor I ordered the glasses and found out that I would have to wait two more hours to get it done (thankfully it was still that same day), but I did not have my stroller because I was not prepared to go to the mall.
Here I am carrying a baby car seat and toting two nearly four year olds around the mall for two hours. We stopped to eat lunch, which I was not planning on doing either.
It is tiring doing all this. I did not get back until around 4:15 and I had left the house that morning around 11:00.
In Christ Alone
Here are the words to a great song that we have been singing in our church for the past few months. I thought I would post it so that maybe the words will help those who are struggling with life issues.
In Christ Alone -- Keith and Kristyn Getty and Stuart Townend
In Christ alone my hope is found,
He is my Light, my Strength, my Song;
This Cornerstone, this Solid Ground,
Firm through the fiercest drought and storm.
What heights of love, what depths of peace,
When fears are stilled, when strivings cease!
My Comforter, my All-in-All--
Here in the love of Christ I stand.
In Christ alone, Who took on flesh,
Fullness of God in helpless babe!
This gift of love and righteousness,
Scorned by the ones He came to save.
Till on the cross as Jesus died,
The wrath of God was satisfied;
For every sin on Him was laid --
Here in the death of Christ I live.
There in the ground His body lay,
Light of the world by darkness slain;
Then bursting forth in glorious day,
Up from the grave He rose again!
And as He stands in victory,
Sin's curse has lost its grip on me;
For I am His and He is mine --
Bought with the precious blood of Christ..
No guilt in life, no fear in death --
This is the power of Christ in me;
From life's first cry to final breath,
Jesus commands my destiny.
No power of hell, no scheme of man,
Can ever pluck me from His hand;
Till He returns and calls me home --
Here in the power of Christ I'll stand.
In Christ Alone -- Keith and Kristyn Getty and Stuart Townend
In Christ alone my hope is found,
He is my Light, my Strength, my Song;
This Cornerstone, this Solid Ground,
Firm through the fiercest drought and storm.
What heights of love, what depths of peace,
When fears are stilled, when strivings cease!
My Comforter, my All-in-All--
Here in the love of Christ I stand.
In Christ alone, Who took on flesh,
Fullness of God in helpless babe!
This gift of love and righteousness,
Scorned by the ones He came to save.
Till on the cross as Jesus died,
The wrath of God was satisfied;
For every sin on Him was laid --
Here in the death of Christ I live.
There in the ground His body lay,
Light of the world by darkness slain;
Then bursting forth in glorious day,
Up from the grave He rose again!
And as He stands in victory,
Sin's curse has lost its grip on me;
For I am His and He is mine --
Bought with the precious blood of Christ..
No guilt in life, no fear in death --
This is the power of Christ in me;
From life's first cry to final breath,
Jesus commands my destiny.
No power of hell, no scheme of man,
Can ever pluck me from His hand;
Till He returns and calls me home --
Here in the power of Christ I'll stand.
Monday, May 7, 2007
scary thought
I read about a boy today who had spiders living in his ear. Okay, that is a part of one of my worst nightmares.
I hate spiders and that thought just gave goose bumps up my arms and down my back because I am so afraid of them and I kill every one I find. I even like snakes better than spiders.
Spiders are just ugly and scary looking, especially big hairy ones. yuck!!
I guess I will need to start wearing ear plugs or muffs while I sleep to keep them out now.
I hate spiders and that thought just gave goose bumps up my arms and down my back because I am so afraid of them and I kill every one I find. I even like snakes better than spiders.
Spiders are just ugly and scary looking, especially big hairy ones. yuck!!
I guess I will need to start wearing ear plugs or muffs while I sleep to keep them out now.
Saturday, May 5, 2007
And they're off.
I always wanted to have a horse as a kid. I just believe that they are such beautiful animals. Each time I asked, the answer was always no. Where are going to put it, dad would ask. I said the back yard where else? It was too small, he said. We can pay to board it, I replied. Then the excuses that they are too dangerous. He always knew someone who was hurt by horses. The story that I remember the most was there was this girl who was kicked in the head by a horse and it killed her, so that was the end of that.
On my senior trip, we were able to ride horses on the beach at the Oregon Coast. That was a dream for me. It was so much fun. My horse did not like to get too near the waves, so he would go the opposite direction from the sea.
I always enjoy watching horses do what they are bred to do. That is to run. One of my favorite things to watch is the three triple crown races -- the Kentucky Derby, The Preakness, and the Belmont Stakes. Maybe I am crazy, but if I were a betting person, we would be wealthy today as I was going with the winner.
On my senior trip, we were able to ride horses on the beach at the Oregon Coast. That was a dream for me. It was so much fun. My horse did not like to get too near the waves, so he would go the opposite direction from the sea.
I always enjoy watching horses do what they are bred to do. That is to run. One of my favorite things to watch is the three triple crown races -- the Kentucky Derby, The Preakness, and the Belmont Stakes. Maybe I am crazy, but if I were a betting person, we would be wealthy today as I was going with the winner.
Thursday, May 3, 2007
Movie Time
Those of us out there who are fans of Captain Jack and all of his pirate friends on the Pirates of the Caribbean movies don't have long to wait.
The release date is May 25th at a theatre near you. I personally plan to be there at some point this summer to see how the crew rescues Captain Jack. Check out the trailers at
http://movies.yahoo.com/feature/piratesofthecaribbeanatworldsend.html
There are a couple of trailers and the cast of characters who are familiar to us all.
The release date is May 25th at a theatre near you. I personally plan to be there at some point this summer to see how the crew rescues Captain Jack. Check out the trailers at
http://movies.yahoo.com/feature/piratesofthecaribbeanatworldsend.html
There are a couple of trailers and the cast of characters who are familiar to us all.
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