I have to admit, I am one that is fitted sheet impaired. Dang it Martha....this makes it look so simple. Now to put it into practice!
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Sunday, July 7, 2013
Wednesday, May 1, 2013
Storms of Life
Can you believe it's already May!?! This year has really been flying past us. It's weird to think that even though it's May, there are parts of the country that are still experiencing winter like weather. Our area has sure had it's fair share of weather woes...one minute were in the low 80's and then you blink and it back in the 40's. Early last month our immediate area was affected by a major hail storm. I mean major! Hail was recorded in some parts to be as big as softballs. I can attest to that as I am still trying to get back to some sense of normalcy from the damage. Both my home & vehicle were casualties of the aftermath. It's never fun when you are awakened in the middle of the night to your home being pelted with hail so large & so forceful that it literally sounded like someone had opened fire with an automatic rifle and was waylaying the house. As I walked from room to room, the sound of shattering glass was there to greet me. *Sigh*
Once everything died down & I was able to fully assess the damages. Two walls of siding on the house were completely destroyed, my roof...oh my roof. It looked as if shingles were smashed into a million pieces & a hole was found on the front area of the roof. Thankfully, the hole didn't go all the way through as to cause a leak, but my less than 4 yr old roof stood there needing to be completely replaced. Windows had been broken out along one side of the house leaving nothing but glass fragments all over the place.
Then I saw my truck. *an even deeper sigh* The windshield was shattered to the point that there wasn't even a centimeter that you could see through. The hail had hit so powerfully that it ripped...yes, ripped...part of the back passenger frame above the door. It was as if someone took a knife blade and jaggedly ran it inside and out of the metal. Pieces of the windshield trim were broken off. The hood and roof were dented beyond compare. It tore up everything front the top to the sides to the grill.
(Video footage courtesy of my friend D.H. )
As I looked around the yard, it was as if someone had used my property as a golf course. The hail divots that were left behind were larger and deeper than you can imagine. My walkway & driveway concrete were speckled as if it were hit by paint balls. That wasn't the case though. The white areas were actually where the hail hit so hard that it literally 'cleaned' the cement! I now have polk-a-dot concrete.
As much damage as I had, I am very fortunate. Many others in the path of the storm faced much worse. My dear friend had water leaking into her home. Even after having a tarp placed over the roof she still is finding new leaks with each rainfall. Everywhere you look, even a month later, there are plenty of hail damaged vehicles on the road, roofers and contractors working overtime, glass companies with waiting lists for replacement glass...it's as if a small war broke out over part of the area. Yet, other parts of town were barely affected.
As heartbreaking as it was & is, GOD has never left my side. What Satan meant for evil, GOD is turning around for HIS glory! While at the time, it feels like there is no way out of a bad situation and I wondered to myself how it could get any worse. Thankfully I have insurance but the repairs, of course, are above and beyond the settlement check amount. So that's extra money out of pocket that was not planned for. My truck was completely totaled, and although there is insurance money that was paid on the claim, to replace a vehicle is no small cost...even when done economically. "LORD, how on earth am I going to be able to get all this taken care of?" I asked. As the days went by, I could see HIS mighty hand at work. It wasn't up to me to figure out how on earth to get it taken care of and find the finances to do it with...GOD already had it under control. HE was working on it here on earth but HE was doing it from the Heavenly realm.
(Yes, I had to throw this in there!)
What seemed like weeks of eternity waiting and dealing with adjusters and insurance claim issues, stress, etc. seems to finally have an end in sight. In the last 72 hours GOD has shown HIMSELF faithful, as always. I have to remember, GOD is not on my time schedule nor is HE on yours, but one thing is for certain...HE is always right on time!
Once everything died down & I was able to fully assess the damages. Two walls of siding on the house were completely destroyed, my roof...oh my roof. It looked as if shingles were smashed into a million pieces & a hole was found on the front area of the roof. Thankfully, the hole didn't go all the way through as to cause a leak, but my less than 4 yr old roof stood there needing to be completely replaced. Windows had been broken out along one side of the house leaving nothing but glass fragments all over the place.
Then I saw my truck. *an even deeper sigh* The windshield was shattered to the point that there wasn't even a centimeter that you could see through. The hail had hit so powerfully that it ripped...yes, ripped...part of the back passenger frame above the door. It was as if someone took a knife blade and jaggedly ran it inside and out of the metal. Pieces of the windshield trim were broken off. The hood and roof were dented beyond compare. It tore up everything front the top to the sides to the grill.
As I looked around the yard, it was as if someone had used my property as a golf course. The hail divots that were left behind were larger and deeper than you can imagine. My walkway & driveway concrete were speckled as if it were hit by paint balls. That wasn't the case though. The white areas were actually where the hail hit so hard that it literally 'cleaned' the cement! I now have polk-a-dot concrete.
As much damage as I had, I am very fortunate. Many others in the path of the storm faced much worse. My dear friend had water leaking into her home. Even after having a tarp placed over the roof she still is finding new leaks with each rainfall. Everywhere you look, even a month later, there are plenty of hail damaged vehicles on the road, roofers and contractors working overtime, glass companies with waiting lists for replacement glass...it's as if a small war broke out over part of the area. Yet, other parts of town were barely affected.
As heartbreaking as it was & is, GOD has never left my side. What Satan meant for evil, GOD is turning around for HIS glory! While at the time, it feels like there is no way out of a bad situation and I wondered to myself how it could get any worse. Thankfully I have insurance but the repairs, of course, are above and beyond the settlement check amount. So that's extra money out of pocket that was not planned for. My truck was completely totaled, and although there is insurance money that was paid on the claim, to replace a vehicle is no small cost...even when done economically. "LORD, how on earth am I going to be able to get all this taken care of?" I asked. As the days went by, I could see HIS mighty hand at work. It wasn't up to me to figure out how on earth to get it taken care of and find the finances to do it with...GOD already had it under control. HE was working on it here on earth but HE was doing it from the Heavenly realm.
What seemed like weeks of eternity waiting and dealing with adjusters and insurance claim issues, stress, etc. seems to finally have an end in sight. In the last 72 hours GOD has shown HIMSELF faithful, as always. I have to remember, GOD is not on my time schedule nor is HE on yours, but one thing is for certain...HE is always right on time!
Monday, January 14, 2013
Monday, September 12, 2011
Saturday, May 7, 2011
Saturday, April 23, 2011
It Might Just Be Me
The next time you "don't" see a bike on the road...remember, it just could be me that you hit. PLEASE WATCH FOR MOTORCYCLES!
Thursday, March 24, 2011
Every Other Weekend...
In divorce people always think about how it affects "the kids"....lest we forget the adults....
Tuesday, March 1, 2011
Disney's Bambi
Click HERE to get your $10.00 coupon to use when you purchase your copy of Bambi at Best Buy. I got my Blu-Ray/DVD combo pack tonight and paid less than $15 for it! Hurry, the coupon expires on March 8th.
Tuesday, February 8, 2011
Saturday, February 5, 2011
Mountain Traditions Come To Life
Here's a little tid bit of what you will see & hear in this film. I just love it.
Saturday, January 15, 2011
With Much Appreciation To All Who Serve
I dedicate this video to my two favorite guys...Blake & Colton. I love you both and are so proud of you.
Wednesday, October 13, 2010
Saturday, October 2, 2010
The Value Of Life
Regardless of anyone's stance on the issue....NO ONE needs to go through this. Just because someone may not fit "your" way of thinking shouldn't mean that they should be made to feel as if they are worthless as an individual. When will love over ride prejudices....
Saturday, September 18, 2010
Happy Saturday Everyone!
I don't believe in or promote praying ill-intent against another, but I heard this song the other day and got a good chuckle out of it. So before you think I am "pro" bad prayers & revenge against another, I ask you to take the song as it is....a comical take on hurt emotions.
Saturday, August 14, 2010
"I AM"
Pencil marks on a wall, I wasn't always this tall
You scattered some monsters from beneath my bed
You watched my team win
You watched my team lose
Watched when my bicycle went down again
And when I was weak, unable to speak
Still I could call You by name
And I said, Elbow Healer, Superhero
Come if You can
You said, I Am
Only sixteen, life is so mean
What kind of curfew is at 10pm?
You saw my mistakes
And watched my heart break
Heard when I swore I'd never love again
And when I was weak, unable to speak
Still I could call You by name
And I said Heartache Healer, Secret Keeper
Be my best friend
And you said, I Am
You saw me wear white by pale candlelight
I said forever to what lies ahead
Two kids and a dream, with kids that can scream
Too much it might seem when it is 2am
And when I am weak, unable to speak
Still I will call You by name
Shepherd, Savior, Pasture Maker
Hold onto my hand
You say, I Am
The winds of change and circumstance blow in and all around us
So we find a foothold that's familiar
And bless the moments that we feel You nearer
When life had begun, I was woven and spun
You let the angels dance around the throne
And who can say when, but they'll dance again
When I am free and finally headed home
I will be weak, unable to speak
Still I will call You by name
Creator, Maker, Life Sustainer
Comforter, Healer, my Redeemer
Lord and King, Beginning and the End
I Am
Yes, I Am
You scattered some monsters from beneath my bed
You watched my team win
You watched my team lose
Watched when my bicycle went down again
And when I was weak, unable to speak
Still I could call You by name
And I said, Elbow Healer, Superhero
Come if You can
You said, I Am
Only sixteen, life is so mean
What kind of curfew is at 10pm?
You saw my mistakes
And watched my heart break
Heard when I swore I'd never love again
And when I was weak, unable to speak
Still I could call You by name
And I said Heartache Healer, Secret Keeper
Be my best friend
And you said, I Am
You saw me wear white by pale candlelight
I said forever to what lies ahead
Two kids and a dream, with kids that can scream
Too much it might seem when it is 2am
And when I am weak, unable to speak
Still I will call You by name
Shepherd, Savior, Pasture Maker
Hold onto my hand
You say, I Am
The winds of change and circumstance blow in and all around us
So we find a foothold that's familiar
And bless the moments that we feel You nearer
When life had begun, I was woven and spun
You let the angels dance around the throne
And who can say when, but they'll dance again
When I am free and finally headed home
I will be weak, unable to speak
Still I will call You by name
Creator, Maker, Life Sustainer
Comforter, Healer, my Redeemer
Lord and King, Beginning and the End
I Am
Yes, I Am
Monday, March 8, 2010
Sunday, February 28, 2010
Say The Name
This afternoon while I was out doing yard work something was brought to mind....and has been playing in my thoughts ever since...
Say the name of Jesus, say the name of Jesus,
say the name of Jesus, no other name I know.
Say the name of Jesus, say the name of Jesus,
say the name of Jesus, no other name I know
that can calm your fears, and dry your tears,
and wipe away your pain;
when you don't know what else to pray,
when you don't know what else to say,
say the name.
He's gonna make a way when you say...
Jesus, Jesus
When you don't know what else to pray,
when you don't know what else to say,
when you can't make it through another day, say the name.
say the name of Jesus, no other name I know.
Say the name of Jesus, say the name of Jesus,
say the name of Jesus, no other name I know
that can calm your fears, and dry your tears,
and wipe away your pain;
when you don't know what else to pray,
when you don't know what else to say,
say the name.
He's gonna make a way when you say...
Jesus, Jesus
When you don't know what else to pray,
when you don't know what else to say,
when you can't make it through another day, say the name.
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