I didn't realize how long its been since I've blog, sorry about that. Here is what we have all been up to.
We had a great night at church Saturday night, and it felt good to be back. Between going to my parents house a few weekends ago, my birthday and things like that, we haven't been to church it a couple of weeks. I so miss getting together with friends, worshiping and hearing God's word being taught. Then after that we went to the store and Paul bought me a birthday cake. I didn't really think I wanted one, and even though it was after my actual day, he insisted on getting me one. It was very yummy.
Sunday we went to a new friends house for lunch. Both the kids made good friends with the couple's kids. And we all had a nice time. The rest of the weekend we did nothing but curled up on the couch and watched the end of the Olympics. It was a very nice weekend.
This week is our second full week of school and it's going well. Paulie's allergies kicked in really bad, possibly turning into a cold, so he's had a little lighter schedule this week. But other than that, it's been good. I feel like we are in a good flow already, and I am blessed by that. I pray it continues to flow this smoothly. Even though it is running smooth, it does still take a little bit to get use to the extra work, well I guess I should say the less 'free' time I use to have.
I am still getting things done, and one of the biggest thing I've been doing, that's keeping me extremely busy, is I have made my first website. Yes, I think I feel all those expressions. I have always had a desire to work with the internet and computer, as most of you already know. I have been praying and seeking the Lord about starting to design websites. I have made our homeschool groups site, and truly want to learn more. I started looking into taking online courses on web design, but right now, the finances are not there for it. I had a time of having to let go of the dream, which was hard, but I just kept giving it to the Lord. And He has opened the door for me to be able to buy a webname and I'm in the process of finding a web host. With some of my birthday money, I am able to buy the name and hosting that will be good for a year, so I can play and learn about making and uploading websites. It's been a lot of fun for me, but it does take a lot of time. Which is one of the main reasons I haven't blogged lately. I would put a link here to the website, but it only has a 'coming soon' sign I put out there, and it's not fully functional yet. But once I get something presentable, I'll 'announce' my site.
It won't be much, but it will help me learn about web design, something I so enjoy. I am taking it step by step, and keeping it all in prayer. I get nervous sometimes, wondering where the Lord is going to lead me with this, but so very excited other times. I do enjoy it so much, and have fun finding out all the information. I was very sad when I couldn't take the online courses, but the Lord has blessed me with many leads for free courses, articles and websites that teach things about web design for free. I think it should be one way, and He blesses me with a completely new way. I mean, I just wanted some classes and He blesses me with a website and more. I can't express enough praise for His ways. I would have 'settled' for something less, but the Lord had something more for me.
Where this will go, I truly don't know. Maybe I'll play and learn for a few months and realize it's not for me. Or maybe it will be for me, and the Lord will lead me in how He wants me to use it. But now you know why I haven't been around, and what I've been up too, besides school. I have to find a balance of school, web design, blogging and other things. It will take a bit to find that balance, but I know the Lord will show me how. I just keep giving it all to Him. So I'll try to get around as much as I can, but for now, I have to run and take Sarah to her friends house for a play time. I hope to get to some blogs later.
I was glad to see an update from you. I was hoping you weren't affected by the wildfires I read about in the news.
Sounds like your plate is full! How wonderful that you have found something you love to do!
Hi there JoAnn,
Yes, I feel for paulie, my allergies hit me this weekend. I am so happy to hear the good news, i can't wait to hear of your new work, I mean more in the future, for you are so good at it.
I have been busy, besides school, I am canning these days. Getting ready for the weekend.
Better go for now.
(((hugs)))
Katia
That's wonderful!!! I know how bummed you were about all this. I'm really glad God is working it out for you. Have you checked the library for some books on web design? Our library had a few. That may be a resource for you too.
I CAN"T wait till I see your web design site !!! Let me know ASAP that it is up and running!!! [0=
know what you mean by a busy life ! I am still canning but now I am digging out my learning room ! It has been a catch all this summer and then there was the sorting I never got done from the move. lol Sooooo I am more a reactive blogger lately. ((sigh)) But..... I have been missing you terribly and wanted to come and say HI ! And I MISS YOU.
I will be canning the rhubarb juice this coming week to sell and depending on the weather is how much more canning I will have to do. I want to start easing into the schooling next week.
Sending you a HUGE ((HUG)) my SSiC
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-Mary
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I didn't really think I wanted one, and even though it was after my actual day, he insisted on getting me one. It was very yummy.
Yes, I think I feel all those expressions. I have always had a desire to work with the internet and computer, as most of you already know. I have been praying and seeking the Lord about starting to design websites. I have made our homeschool groups site, and truly want to learn more. I started looking into taking online courses on web design, but right now, the finances are not there for it. I had a time of having to let go of the dream, which was hard, but I just kept giving it to the Lord. And He has opened the door for me to be able to buy a webname and I'm in the process of finding a web host. With some of my birthday money, I am able to buy the name and hosting that will be good for a year, so I can play and learn about making and uploading websites. It's been a lot of fun for me, but it does take a lot of time. Which is one of the main reasons I haven't blogged lately. I would put a link here to the website, but it only has a 'coming soon' sign I put out there, and it's not fully functional yet. But once I get something presentable, I'll 'announce' my site.
