Oct. 3, 2009 - Hi Ya'll!

Hi,

How is everyone doing?  We are all doing alright.  I went back to the dr for my gall bladder surgery yesterday and he released me.(Yay!!!!)  Said everything was fine.

Today I went to my mom's and got to see my brother I haven't seen in 9 yrs.  Everything went great and it was so good to see him.  He's planning on coming back next weekend. 

Also got to see 2 of my granddaughters, they were there to see Uncle Michael for the first time in their lives.   They are 5 and 2.  We all had a terrific time and it was wonderful seeing him again.  I just wish his daughter was there too.  She is 13 and had gone to a festival with her grandmother.

Well, guess I'd better go, my youngest DS is calling wanting me to bring him some medicine for heartburn.  I don't know who they'd call if it wasn't for mama.lol  Be blessed!

Hugs, Paula

Oct. 3, 2009 - Apple or Peach Cobbler

Apple Cobbler

Sep. 25, 2009 - Evening Everyone! :)

Hi all!

It's been a while since I posted here but thought I'd drop in tonight.  Things that have been going on in my life......gall bladder surgery on August 25th, stomach bug the past 3 days, and housework.LOL  Housework never ends!

I'm going to be a nana again, my youngest son and his gf are expecting a little one on March 23rd.  She goes back to the dr on the 6th of October.  I can hardly wait to find out what it is.  We have 4 little granddaughters and a little boy would be wonderful but if it's another little girl we'll love it just the same!

Well, guess I'd better be off for tonight.  Be blessed!

Hugs, Paula

Jun. 29, 2009 - Hello!

Hello All,

It's a beautiful day here in Mississippi but it is a very hot day!  We are really needing rain.  The weather man says we have a chance of rain this weekend.

There's been so much going on in my life and I wish I had shared it with everyone, my family really needs your prayers.  I just haven't had the time or energy to post lately and I'm sorry for that.

My dear husband was in the hospital for 17 days with an infection in his abdomen.  He had a drainage tube for about 5 weeks but that was taken out last Tuesday.  We go back to the hospital in Jackson(about 80  miles from us), he goes to the VA there, on Wednesday, July 1st.  We will find out if the antibiotics are working to clear the infection or if he will have to have the drainage tube put back in.  I'm praying that the antibiotics are working.  The dr's have told him that he won't live through another surgery but they may have to do surgery to find the source of the infection.  Please keep him in your prayers.

I am also having problems with exhaustion caused from stress, nerves, and anxiety along with my other medical problems.  I have been getting better sleep the past few days and am beginning to feel better.  God has blessed us by keeping my husband from having to have surgery and I pray He continues to bless us and heal both of us.  Your prayers are greatly appreciated.  Be blessed!

Paula

Mar. 19, 2009 - I know it's been awhile but.....

...there's been lots going on around here.  I've been doing lots of spring cleaning and today we planted petunias and azaleas(?).  It's been beautiful and spring like here for weeks.  We have a cold front moving through tomorrow to drop the temps to near 70*F then next week we're in for spring storms.

We found out today that my husband has sleep apnea and will have to have a C-Pap machine and possibly oxygen to sleep at night.  Last night I had to take my MIL to the ER, she has a kidney infection and walking pneumonia.  She is feeling better and a little stronger today.  Your prayers will be appreciated for us. 

On a happier note, my niece and I are giving my other niece a baby shower on May 3.  If anyone has any ideas for the shower please feel free to let me know, (i.e. food, games, decorations, etc....).  The baby is due on June 1, 2009 and her name will be Lillian Faith, calling her Lillie.

My weight loss isn't going as well as I'd like it too, in fact, I've gained some weight back but I haven't been eating as I should either.  I'm praying that I get back on my diet and start losing weight again.  Well, I guess I'd better be off for now.  I hope you all have a great evening, stay safe, warm, and dry!  Be Blessed!!!

Feb. 22, 2009 - Good Morning!!!

Hey Ya'll!

My headache is finally gone!  I'm feeling much better today.....didn't sleep much last night cause the dr gave me 3 large shots of steroids yesterday but it got rid of the headache!  I thank God for giving this dr the knowledge to know what to do for me.  I've gotten way behind on my Bible reading since I've had the headache...it went on for 11 days before it finally stopped.  I pray I never have another one like that and I thank everyone for their prayers for me.

It's cooler here than it has been, our high today is suppose to be 53*F, we've been in the 70's and lower 80's lately.  It rained yesterday but is nice and sunshine bright out today.  Well, guess I'd better go for now.  Be Blessed!

Feb. 21, 2009 - Good Afternoon!

Hi Ya'll!

How is everyone doing?  I still have a headache, this is day #11 with a migraine.  I've had 12 shots and 3 prescriptions.  I'm really praying that God will relieve this headache.  If He doesn't see fit to by Monday, I'll be going back to the dr.  Doc said something about getting therapy on my neck so that may be the next step.  My MRI showed nothing was wrong so maybe it'll just go away.  My weight loss is slowing down as I'm not as active now but I'm going to stick with my diet.  I know God will heal me when He sees fit and I pray that He gives the dr's the knowledge to know what to do for me.  Be Blessed!

Feb. 18, 2009 - Hey Ya'll

Good Afternoon!

It's been hot here today, we made it to 80*F....but it doesn't come without a hitch, we're suppose to have thunderstorms and bad weather tonight with a chance of snow by Saturday.

I went for my MRI this morning but won't know the results until tomorrow.  Thank you all for your prayers.  They also gave me another shot today.  It has helped some.

On the bright side, I have lost another 3 lbs. this week.  That's a total of 17 lbs in 3 weeks.  I am happy about that, the Lord is really blessing me with His help.  Well, guess I'd better go for now, be Blessed!

Feb. 17, 2009 - Hello

Hi Everyone!

Sorry I haven't posted lately.  I have a migraine that I've had since last Wednesday.  The dr is calling it a sustained migraine.  I had a CT scan done last Thursday and everything was okay.  I'm suppose to have an MRI done in the morning at 9:45 CST.  I just pray that they will find out what's wrong and get this headache to go away.

Thank you for all your support on my diet.  I'm still continueing to lose weight.  I'll post tomorrow how much I've lost this past week.    Well, I guess I'd better go lay back down for a while.  I miss everyone.  I hope ya'll are all doing well.  Be Blessed!

Feb. 7, 2009 - Evening Ya'll!

First I want to thank you all for your encouragement and support on my diet.  I have had a much better day today.  I will have to eat a yogurt tonight though cause I've only had 610 calories all day.  I'm still trying to get at least 700 calories a day.  So far, I haven't been nervous or weak feeling.  I know that God is blessing me with this diet. 

God is also working in my son's life I believe and I would like to ask that you all pray for him that he might be saved.

It's been beautiful down here today, high in the mid 70's F with lows in the 50's!  My daffodils and jonquils are blooming all over the yard, it looks like spring is here but I know not to get too excited because we have had snow and ice storms in March & April down here.  It's been several years since we had any snow or ice but you never know when it could happen.LOL  I guess I'd better go for now, be Blessed!

Feb. 7, 2009 - Good Morning!!!

Good Morning!!!

It's going to be another beautiful day here in MS!  We're having temps in the 70's with lows in the 50's.  No need for the heat today!  Thank the Lord, DS finally got a job, he's waiting on his boss to pick him up now!  I am so thankful he finally got a job, he's been looking for one for several months now.

I had a hard day on my diet yesterday, just wanted to eat all day and night.  I did resist the urge with God's help but it wasn't easy.  Please continue to pray for me as I'm adjusting to this new way of living and eating.

Has anyone seen Renee?  I haven't heard from her all week.  I hope everything is alright.  Prayers being said for Renee and her family.

I guess I had better go now, got a lot of work to do today.  Be blessed!

Feb. 5, 2009 - Hi Ya'll

Hi ya'll, I have missed everyone sooo much!  I haven't been on in a couple of days.  I did weigh this morning and thank the Lord, I've lost 13 lbs since last week!  I'm still keeping my calories between 700 calories - 1000 calories daily.  I really need to start my exercise program but haven't had time to do that yet.  I'm also behind on my Bible reading.  I MUST make time for that everyday!  I'm still praying and believing that God will help me take this fat off my body.  Has anyone tried Yoga for weight lose?  If so could you drop me a line and let me know how it works.  Thank you!  My prayers are with all of you trying to start a new lifestyle.  I hope you will continue to remember me in your prayers as I work out my new lifestyle.  Thank you for all your support.

My BIL is doing great, he's also losing weight.  He's keeping his calories around 1200 a day.  He's walking too(something I should be doing LOL).  He is so thankful for everyone's prayers during the time of his heart attack and continuing to this day.  I guess I'd better be off for now.  ttyl  Hugs and be Blessed!

Feb. 1, 2009 - Hi

The Lord is so good!  He is really blessing me with my eating habits and exercise.  I am so thankful to be losing some weight!  Today I've eaten 810 calories and I plan to eat a yogurt cup before bed.  They're only 100-110 calories per cup and they satisfy my sweet tooth.LOL  I haven't even had any problems doing without my morning Dr. Pepper.  I thought that would be the worst part doing without them, that's all I was drinking.  I'm now drinking lots of water.  

I plan on cleaning the spare room up tomorrow so my DS can put my exercise bike together.  It's suppose to rain all day here with temps near 40*F.  Today was gorgeous!  It was in the mid 70's and sunny almost all day.  Spring will be here before you know it!  My daffodils and jonquils are blooming and we have robins everywhere.  Well, I've gabbed enough.  Thank you all for your prayers, I don't know what I'd do without them!  Be blessed until we talk again.

Feb. 1, 2009 - Tagged

Jan. 31, 2009 - Fireproof

Jan. 31, 2009 - Hello

Thank you to those who have added me to their prayer list to lose weight.  I've done really well I think.  I'm trying to stay between 1000 calories & 1200 calories a day.  Yesterday I ate 910 calories all day and today I've had 640 calories but I plan to eat some yogurt later.  I'm also drinking water and diet drinks.  I know the diet drinks will cause water retention so I'm limiting them.  I know it sounds odd but I think I've lost some weight already because my jeans aren't cutting into me.lol

My BIL is doing just great!  He says to thank everyone for their prayers.  He was in the pulpit(Wednesday night services) when he had the heart attack.  He is walking further each day and is just doing great!

I bought myself a new toy too, an exercise bike!  I haven't gotten it put together yet but as soon as I do I will start my exercise regime.  My DS is gonna put it together for me as soon as I get the spare room straightened up from Christmas.  Well, I guess I'd better run for now.  Talk to ya soon.   Be blessed.

Jan. 29, 2009 - Hello

Jan. 28, 2009 - Thank the Lord!!!!!

Jan. 27, 2009 - The 23rd Psalm

The Lord, the Shepherd of His People

The Lord is my shepherd;

I shall not want.

He makes me to lie don in green pastures;

He leads me beside the still waters.

He restores my soul:

He leads me in the paths of righteousness

For His name's sake.

Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death,

I will fear no evil;

For you are with me;

Your rod and Your staff, they comfort me.

You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies;

You anoint my head with oil;

My cup runs over.

Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me

All the days f my life;

And I wil dwell in the house of the Lord

Forever.

Jan. 27, 2009 - I Dreamed I Stood At Calvary

A very dear friend shared this with me in my email today.  It really touched me, I hope you enjoy it too.

I Dreamed I Stood At Calvary

I dreamed I stood at Calvary
And saw three crosses there;
On left and right were nailed two thieves,
The cross between was bare.
A soldier took his sword in hand,
Then pointing it at me;
He said, "You there, prepare to die.
That cross is meant for thee."

I quickly fell upon my knees,
For mercy did I cry;
As strong hands grabbed my hands and feet,
I shouted, "Why, oh why?"
And then a voice both soft and sweet
Was heard above the din;
"Let this one go, take me instead.
I'll pay his debt of sin."

With His body torn and bleeding,
And thorn marks 'round his head;
With face bruised where they beat him,
He stepped into my stead.
Then Jesus laid upon the cross,
His life to freely give;
That all my sins be washed away,
And through his death, I'd live.
He stretched his arms out open wide,
No struggle did he make;
As they prepared to nail him there,
His life to gladly take.

They drove the spikes in hands and feet
And slammed the cross in place;
His bones were shaken out of joint,
And blood flowed down his face.
"Forgive them, Father"' was his cry,
They know not what they've done.
They do not realize that you,
Have sent your only son."

Deep darkness filled the noonday sky
And trembling shook the ground;
As God, the Father, turned away,
While God, the Son, gazed 'round.
"It's finished now", the Savior said.
"The door stands open wide;
Into thy hand's my spirit comes."
And then they pierced his side.
The graves were bursting open,
And dead men walked around;
The temple veil was rent in twain,
And I fell to the ground.

When I awoke, the night had passed
And sunshine flooded in;
I cried, "Dear Lord, forgive me please,
And cleanse me from my sin.
For you sent down your only son,
A ransom for the lost;
And I see you included me,
When counting out the cost.
Take o'er the reins that guide my life,
Remove my willful pride;
Sweep clean my heart and enter in,
Forever, there abide."

Yes, I dreamt I stood at Calvary
And saw those crosses three;
Yet no longer do I look with fear
Where Jesus died for me.

~Author Unknown~