Ohhh, I'm Scrappin My Life Away...

Haven't been blogging because I've been scrapping. I've also been asked to be a designer on a "COMING SOON" design team. I'll leave the name a mystery for now but we should be up and running soon! The talent on this site will definitely be worth a peek and the inspiration will flow.

Life has been grand and the weightloss is slow but effective. I'm down 10lbs and increased my speed by just over 2 minutes in the 5K. Next one is April 18th and so far I'm doing it on my own. Anyone interested??? My last 5K turned out to be a joy when I hooked up with my dear, dear friend from high school, Wanda, who soldiered up and came out. She can be called a runner about as much as I can. BUT WE FINISHED! That's what it's all about, that and 2-3 hours of catching up on the last 25 years.

Wanda's house was the place I wanted to be all the time. The family dynamics of the Rhamy's gave me wonderful examples of how to parent my own children and gave me a solid foundation of the kind of family I wanted mine to be when I grew up to have kids.

I owe my adventerousness (new word) to the Rhamys. My excitement for trying new things, being outdoors, and the general sense of loyalty I share with all the special people in my life. Needless to say the reminiscing was heart warming and often hysterical. Oh the things we used to do!

One of my favorite scrapping sites, Scrappin Mojo has been keeping me going on my challenges with exciting sketch ideas. This one of my mother (then and now) was chosen for the Layout of the Day March 30th. It was great to let the world know how wonderful my mother is and how she challenged my and shaped my life. Enjoy!

For the Love of Your Parents

This has been a tough time for me. My dad is in the first stages of Alzheimers and my mom was displaced from her home due to black mold. I feel helpless at times and wish I could do more. My dad's back is really bad and he was hospitalized only to find out there was nothing they could do short of surgery. What a blessing when I found out my chiropractor accepted Dad's medicaid!!! Dr. Nickse was so wonderful with my dad, talking to him and walking him through what he was going to do. Dad is a little confused these days and Dr. N was so patient and attentive to Dad. Dad loved him and will see him all this week. God bless my amazing mother who, despite divorcing my father in the mid 70's, is helping to get him to Dr. N everyday this week. Who does that for their ex-husband? She is truly a gift to our family and the best thing to have ever happened to my dad...even now.

Well, life is busy but I have another 5K this weekend with my friend, Sharon. She is such a trooper and the timing is perfect since we are both beginners so we either stink together or we push each other to excel. I love it!

Don't know what other plans are in store for Valentine's Day but any reason to celebrate life and love is good with me. Jesus, I lean on you for peace and quiet because my burden is heavy. Thank you for being my rock, Lord.

Surf's Up

My dh and dd went to the International Mall last week and found a store we all had to go to this afternoon. Adrenalina is a surf shop with a flow rider surf machine in the back. Amazing! Brett, Rachel and Noah hit waves this afternoon. Next time it's my turn!

I have a 5K next Sat and I need to get back to running or I'll be power walking most of it!

Salt and Light

Well, twice in as many days I have been called "light".

Matthew 5:13:
"Let me tell you why you are here. You're here to be salt-seasoning that brings out the God-flavors of this earth. If you lose your saltiness, how will people taste godliness?

Jesus is shining through. I'm excited about direction that God is taking me and I pray He'll use me to affect changes in others. To Him goes the glory!

OK, so remember my bike crash at a dead stop last Sat? Well, I was focused on my leg and didn't realize my butt has this lovely pedal shaped bruise on it. Very attractive!

I also survived my first 2 days back to work after 14 off. Worked my way through 188 emails and I'm ready for what tomorrow brings. I know it's bringing sushi at lunch. We have the coolest sushi bar right across from our business complex called Sushi Fune. It's award winning and it's very inexpensive. They prepare the sushi and float them on little bamboo boats in a little river past your seat and you take what you want. They charge per plate and at lunch it's like $2 a plate. Can't beat it.

Helped my mom paint a little after work today. Should have been at the gym with a 5K coming up on the 17th but hey...it's mom. She's been out of her house for a few months now with a black mold scare. The word "bulldoze" came up once and "homeowners insurance" is part of her permanent vernacular! It's been a tough time for her but she continues to shine through difficulty and wear her best smile. Love you, Mom!

Blessed Call

Well, I got a call I have been waiting for and praying about. I have been asked to lead the Wednesday night ladies bible study at my church. I've been asking God to grow me and expand my boundaries and up to this point it's been little things and it's been wonderful.

If you are a prayer warrior...please add me to your list so I am covered in protection and God does amazing things in the study He chooses. I'm excited about the women he'll bring in on a Wed and how our lives will be touched and our spirits grown. I'll share those learning moments here on the blog and maybe a lesson or two will inspire something in you! It's all good!

Hi Gang! We'll I'm on the right track so far! LOL! I just got back from 16.5 mile bike ride with a friend of mine. It was great. She loaned me her hybrid Cannondale and it was smmooooooth! I forgot I had my toes in the little toe traps and went to put my foot down when I stopped. No foot...I have a lovely little rash on my right leg and a little gouge on my knee. But that's OK my hubby thinks I'm "hot" and my modeling days are over (Revlon never called) so it's all good!

I'm on scrappingmojo.com and trying to keep up with the challenges and such but those ladies are scrapping machines! I've done 4 layouts this vacation (I'm back to work on Monday) and will be working on our Disney trip layout sometime today. Now if I can just get them uploaded to the site....

Hubby is out shopping with daughter, the gift cards were burning a hole in her pocket. Supposed to vacuum but I might sneak in a nap while the house is quiet.

Here's a thought for you to chew on until I can get back to the blog.

The will of God will never take you where the Grace of God will not protect you.

Love you all, blog ya later!