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Speaking of Thanks… 2007-11-19 08:18:38 Have I mentioned that Thanks
giving is not the only special day to our family this week? You see, this Friday is a day of remembrance and thanks for an event that took place eleven years ago. On November 23rd, 1996, the prayer of a 15 year old boy was answered (after 10 yrs.), when Scott and I said “I do.” I dedicate this post to my husband Scott, whom I will love and cherish until the day I die. Scott is a wonderful husband and father, and I thank the Lord for him. Scott is a man of character, conviction, and most importantly, a man of God. His faith, strength, courage, and sense of humor help me to press on each day.
I like the fact that our wedding anniversary is right at Thanksgiving. That way, we can never forget to give thanks for each other!
God Bless you, Honey. I love you very much!
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Thankfulness Begins With… 2007-11-14 10:29:29 &hellip
;the acceptance of a Savior’s love… How can we not be thankful, when we think of Jesus and what He has done for us?! Last night, a very loved and cherished hymn kept coming to my mind and filling my heart with such gratitude. In my college days, I used to attend church with my best friend Pooja, and every time we would have Communion, we would sing this hymn. When I think of His love, I can’t help but think of the following song:
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When I Survey The Wondrous Cross
(Words-Isaac Watts; Music-Lowell Mason)
When I survey the wondrous cross
On which the Prince of glory died,
My richest gain I count but loss,
And pour contempt on all my pride.
Forbid it, Lord, that I should boast,
Save in the death of Christ my God!
All the vain things that charm me most,
I sacrifice them to His blood.
See from His head, His hands, His feet,
Sorrow and love flow mingled down!
Did e’er such love and so
The Joy of Thankfulness… 2007-11-12 07:55:03 Are we missing out on the joy of life, because we do not have an attitude of thankfulness? How can we have joy, if we are too busy grumbling about what we don’t have?! We can try to blame situations, circumstances, others, and even the devil for “stealing our joy,” yet no one or nothing can really “steal the joy” of a believer who has a thankful attitude. We give up our own joy when we choose to be thankless instead of thankful!
O.k., so I have committed to speaking at my church this Wednesday night on the topic of “Joy In A Thankful Attitude.” Of course, this past week, I have had several frustrating things to happen to test my joyful and thankful attitude. I would like to say that I passed all these tests “with flying colors,” but I try not to lie! However, even though my first response was not always a positive one, I was actually catching on by the second or third response to a situation! So, I am improving with the Lord& Read more:hellip
Sweet Big Sister 2007-11-09 20:17:21 Sarah is just a “wee-bit” protective over her younger brother, Kerry. If he gets the least bit hurt, Sarah dotes over Kerry like a “mother hen!” Can you “see the love” in this picture below?! Also, check out how much older they both look; especially Sarah! I just think she looks so grown up in this picture…
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Comments From Kerry’s Corner… 2007-11-07 07:46:54 He’s cute, he’s funny, and he’s my little Kerry
. From his small corner of the world, let’s see what Kerry has to share with us today:
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Sarah: “A spider can’t eat you!”
Kerry: “But it sure can take some little bites of you!!”
**Note: Can you argue with that logic?
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–Little Kerry and I were still at the table eating.
Kerry: “Mommy, you and I are ’slow-pokes,’ and Daddy and Sarah are just ‘fast-pokes’!“
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–I was trying to bake a pumpkin pie, and couldn’t seem to get it right (burnt on the edges, yet still a little squishy in the middle–yeah, I’m still working on the “cooking thing”).
Kerry: “Mom, I think you’re going to have to lea Read more:hellip
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Our Learning Lair… 2007-11-05 18:43:20 &hellip
;This is where it all takes place! I haven’t posted any photos of our classroom before, so today, I thought I would share a few. Below is a photo of part of our kitchen/classroom (this picture along with the others were actually taken at the beginning of last school year).
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In the picture above, you may see several posters, our school computer, and our printer/copier. If you have been a homeschooling mom for any length of time, and you are able to read the “School Rules, ” you’re probably laughing hysterically by now or at least chuckling a little. Yes, the first two rules about “raising your hand” and “staying in your seat” aren’t really adhered to anymore. I still expect the kids to use some manners and to share, and “No Whining,” and “Try, Try, Try, and Try Again” are the most important rules to me.
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Is This The American Dream… 2007-11-04 18:59:12 &hellip
;or is this “more like a nightmare?”
I can’t help it, but every time I hear this song, it “cuts me to the core.” Every time I hear it, I feel such a sadness for families in our country. I admit too, that this song is a reminder to me that none of us are “above” falling into this trap. However, it is my goal not to let society tell me what being “rich” is, but instead to let God lead me in determining the truth…
Check out these lyrics:
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“AmericanDream
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By: Casting Crowns
All work no play may have made Jack a dull boy
But all work no God
has left Jack with a lost soul
But he’s moving on full steam
He’s chasing the American dream
And he’s gonna give his family finer things
“Not this time son I’ve no time to waste
Maybe tomorrow we’ll have time to play”
And then he slips into his new BMW
And drives farther and farther and farther away
Cause he work Read more:American Dream
“The Needle in the Haystack…” 2007-11-04 18:18:54 &hellip
;or was it &ldquo
;the straw that broke the camel’s back?&rdquo
; Read on, and you’ll see what I mean.
I did something silly and absent-minded the other day, that could have been a “real headache” for me…
I went to get the lawn mower out of the shed, when I was distracted by something. I looked up and noticed that a small tree had fallen over onto our fence, so I went over to remove the tree. I picked it up a little , which proved to be more difficult than imagined, since a couple of small branches were hung on the fence. However, I managed to free the tree and flung it over the fence…
I immediately noticed that the tree was not all that I had flung over the fence! You remember how I went outside to do something else–to remove the lawn mower from the barn? Well, you see, the barn door key had been in my hand when I threw the tree over the fence, so I suppose you can guess what else went right along!
So, now a very small, tarnishe Read more:Needle
Kids–”Ya Gotta Love ‘Em!” 2007-11-02 13:11:22 As many of you know, I’ve been sharing kid’s stories for the better part of a year now. My kids certainly have brought a lot of humor and joy to my life, and I love remembering these times and sharing them with others.
Well, the other day, I came across the following kid’s stories. I had shared these (via email) with a few of you several months ago, but most of you haven’t seen them. Hope you enjoy!
Originally posted via email on Friday, February 09, 2007
Just thought I’d start sharing cute and sorta funny stories about my
“youngin’s&rdquo
;……..
One day a few weeks ago while I was in the kitchen, little Kerry had
climbed up on the piano and gotten down the glass from a hurricane
lamp. He went running through the living room, tripped over the dog,
dropped the glass and broke it; cutting his hands. We thought he had
learned his lesson when he said he would never do that again. Until the
other day when he informed us of what Read more:Gotta
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Kerry’s Quotes For The Day… 2007-11-02 12:44:16 &hellip
;Here’s a few of Kerry
’s one-two liners from the past 24 hours. (What can I say? When he’s not “cracking me up,” he’s “blessing my heart!”)
–The kids and I were sitting at the kitchen table, when we saw two deer on the other side of our fence in the backyard.
Kerry enthusiastically says, “Those deer are so beautiful …and brown!”
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–Kerry was in his room getting dressed after his evening bath.
From the living room, I hear him exclaim, “God Bless My Heart!“
“Why did you say that?” I ask.
Kerry says, “‘Cause I got hurt, remember?!–See the boo-boo on my arm?!”
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–Last night, when I was putting Kerry to bed, his words brought tears to my eyes. …And no, surprisingly this time, the tears weren’t from hilarious laughter. You see, Kerry has more than one way of “getting to” Momm Read more:Quotes
Kids Count Too… 2007-11-21 22:11:58 &hellip
;Yep, I’m still referring to counting those blessings! The kids and I went for a walk on this beautiful day, here in the Carolinas. As we walked, I asked the kids to each give me a thankful list…
Sarah says:
I am thankful for:
–Fall
–Mommy and Daddy
–Jesus
–bunnies
–”deers”
–”gooses”
–food
–Thanksgiving
–Grandparents
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Kerry says:
I am thankful for:
–God
–my Spiderman shoes
–my family
–trees
–grass
–couches
–candy
–EVERYTHING!!
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We walked by a pond and Kerry exclaims, “Hey Mr. Gooses, hey Mrs. Gooses!!” When we finished our walk, the kids wanted to literally climb a tree… So, believe or not, guess where Mommy was after a little while? Yeah, I can’t believe it either! But you know what, you can’t help but see things from a new perspective when you’re u
We’re Still Counting… 2007-11-21 10:56:58 &hellip
;Counting
our blessings–that is. We will never run out of things to count! I’m thankful for my Savior, my family, my husband, my kids, and this beautiful day–just to name a few…
And hey, by the way, I’m thankful for you-those who blog, who read my blog… I have enjoyed reading so many encouraging, inspiring messages from people like you–in comments you leave, emails you send, and blogs you post. God Bless you all!
HAPPY THANKSGIVING!!
**Feel free to leave a comment about what you’re thankful for!
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**P.S. You may also read some of my other posts on “counting blessings” (below):
Count Your Blessings
I’ll Get The Ball Rolling
By The Way
Why Not Count Our Blessings
What I Didn’t Tell Ya
The Joy of Thankfulness
Thankfulness Begins With…
Speaking of Thanks…
More Comments From Kerry’s Corner… 2007-11-30 01:02:44 –The other day, Kerry
fell into the corner of the piano stool and got a nasty bruise on his forehead. Later that same day, the kids were having chocolate pudding after lunch. Kerry says, “I hope this chocolate pudding goes straight to my head–I mean my forehead–so it will feel better!”
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–One day this week, we had some forest friends to visit our backyard. There were several deer on the other side of our fence, and one had even jumped the fence. The kids and I were enjoying observing the deer, when Kerry exclaims, “Oh, I wish I could pet it and ride it! O-h-h, (he chuckles), hee, hee, It’s so awesome! O-o-h, It’s staring at me!”
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–One morning, Kerry had started on his schoolwork early, before Sarah had gotten up. Kerry says, “I’m going to do my work, and no one is going to take it away from me! I know Sarah wants my work because she says it’s Read more:Comments
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I Know The Destination 2007-11-26 14:30:11 …Well, in this post, I could write about some of the struggles and troubles weighing on my heart, but “N-a-a-h!!” Who wants to read that stuff, right?! …And who wants to focus on it either?!
O.k., I’ll be honest. I was going to write about some of that “stuff,” but then I read this email from my cousin, Tiffany. She sent me a devotional by Max Lucado, entitled “The Journey.” I agree with Mr. Lucado, when he states, “I can endure the journey, because I know the destiny…” When we reach our final destination, the trials we once faced will quickly be forgotten!!
Glory Hallelujah–Praise Be To God!!
You may read “The Journey” here. Also, you may visit Max Lucado’s website over here.
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Heavenward Helium 2007-11-29 13:37:13 Sarah got a free balloon at the grocery store today. On her own, she attached a note to it and released it up into the sky. Before Sarah let the balloon go, I sneaked a peek at her note, and this is what it said:
Dear Jesus,
I love you. You are very, very, very, very, very, very sweet to me. Thank you for dying on the cross for us.
Love,
Sarah
After Sarah completed her note and attached it, she ran outside to the backyard. “Mommy, Kerry, come quick!!” she called, “Ooh, I just can’t wait for Jesus to get this!” As the balloon rose higher, Sarah exclaimed, “Wow, look at it go–there it goes–straight to Heaven!!“
The Morning Will Come… 2007-11-26 12:26:47 &hellip
;and the mourning will end.
“…Weeping may endure for a night, but joy cometh in the morning.” –Psalm 30:5
“This I recall to my mind, therefore have I hope. It is of the LORD’S mercies that we are not consumed, because his compassions fail not. They are new every morning: great is thy faithfulness.” –Lamentations 3:21-23
About 28 years ago, when I was just a kid, my dad and I used to sing this song at church:
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The Sun’s Coming Up
(artist–Dixie Melody Boys)
Once again, I faced Satan this morning
And I battled him all the day long
But in my weakness, God sends reinforcements
And at sundown, I’ll sing Victory’s song
And the sun’s comin’ up, in the morning
Every tear will be gone from my eye
This old clay’s gonna give way to Glory
And like an eagle, I’ll take to the Read more:Morning
By and By 2007-11-25 07:00:59 This morning a familiar song is playing in my head, and it’s one that I’m surprised I haven’t posted before (I thought I had). Anyway, just after all these posts on thankfulness and the Thanksgiving holidays, one might wonder why I would be posting this particular song. Well, reflecting on this song certainly doesn’t mean that I’m not thankful, nor does it mean that this year or even this last month has been “smooth sailing.” I know I’ve often been vague about our struggles, but I think I’ll be sharing more about them, little by little and “by and by…”
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We’ll Understand It Better By and By
(Words and Music by: Charles A. Tindley)
Trials dark on every hand, and we cannot understand
All the ways that God could lead us to that blessèd promised land;
But He guides us with His eye, and we’ll follow till we die,
For we’ll understand it better by and by.
By and by, when the morn
Speaking of Climbing… 2007-11-24 16:47:44 &hellip
;trees and enjoying nature, Scott, his dad, the kids and I took a trek through the woods behind “Grand-Daddy’s” house the other day. We made our way through brush, tree limbs, vines, and thorn bushes. None of us climbed any huge trees, but the kids enjoyed crossing little creeks by balancing their way across huge logs and fallen trees. They also enjoyed examining rocks, finding deer tracks, and just exploring. Kerry, their Grand-Daddy, let me take a few photos with his camera, while he led the way on our little nature adventure.
The following are a few pics from our outdoor fun:
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More On–What Are Kids Saying? 2007-12-04 10:57:11 What are kids really saying? They have their own terminology sometimes, don’t they? Here’s some more of my kid’s frequently used words and definitions:
**Note: These words can be added to the Kid’s Code originally posted here.
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KID’S CODE:
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1. “Berba King” -n (known to others as “Burger King”) 1. A place to play with THE BIGGEST AND BEST indoor play equipment. 2. Place where you can also occasionally eat.
2. “Flying Ship” -n (Kerry’s word) 1. A sailboat
3. “Pleano” -n (Kerry’s word–known to others as “piano”) 1. a musical instrument (which the family loves to hear Daddy play). 2. Also an object used by kids, as a means of torturing their mother. This “object of torment” is particularly effective when
God With Us 2007-12-03 17:41:21 God With Us
By: MercyMe
Who are we that You would be mindful of us?
What do you see that’s worth looking our way?
We are free in ways that we never should be…
Sweet release from the grip of these chains…
Like hinges straining from the weight
My heart no longer can keep from singing.
[ chorus ]
All that is within me cries for You alone be glorified
Emmanuel–God with us
My heart sings a brand new song
The debt is paid these chains are gone
Emmanuel–God with us.
Lord You know our hearts don’t deserve Your glory
Still You show a love we cannot afford
Like hinges straining from the weight
My heart no longer can keep from singing. [ back to chorus ]
Such a tiny offering compared to Calvary
nevertheless we’ll lay it at your feet. [ back to
chorus ]
More Animal Antics–On Video!! 2007-12-03 10:13:34 If you like cute, furry, funny, and or/silly, you’ll probably really enjoy this video! So, kick back and relax for a few moments and watch this amusing you tube video! Don’t worry, it’s o.k., go ahead!!
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Beautiful Star Of Bethlehem 2007-12-03 09:50:17 Beautiful Star Of Bethlehem
by: Adger M. Pace
Oh Beautiful Star of Bethlehem
Shining afar through shadows dim
Giving a light for those who long have gone
Guiding the wise men on their way
Unto the place where Jesus lay
Oh Beautiful Star of Bethlehem shine on.
Oh Beautiful Star of Bethlehem (Star of Bethlehem)
Shine upon us until the glory dawn.
Give us thy light to light the way
Into the land of perfect day
Oh Beautiful Star of Bethlehem, shine on (shine on)
Oh Beautiful Star the hope of light
Guiding the pilgrim through the night
Over the mountain till the break of dawn
Into the light of perfect day
It will give out a lovely ray
Oh Beautiful Star of Bethlehem shine on (shine on)
Oh Beautiful Star the hope of rest
For the redeemed the good and blest
Yonder in glory when the crown is won
For Jesus is now that Star divine
Brighter and brighter He will shine
Oh Beautiful Star of Bethlehem shine on (shine on)
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It’s About The Cross… 2007-12-14 21:00:02 Psalm 96: 1.O sing unto the LORD a new song: sing unto the LORD, all the earth. 2 Sing unto the LORD, bless his name; shew forth his salvation from day to day. 3 Declare his glory among the heathen, his wonders among all people. 4 For the LORD is great, and greatly to be praised: he is to be feared above all gods. 5 For all the gods of the nations are idols: but the LORD made the heavens. 6 Honour and majesty are before him: strength and beauty are in his sanctuary. 7 Give unto the LORD, O ye kindreds of the people, give unto the LORD glory and strength. 8 Give unto the LORD the glory due unto his name: bring an offering, and come into his courts.
This past Wednesday night at our church, Pastor Jim read and taught from the above mentioned Psalm 96. Verse eight says to “Give unto the Lord the glory due unto his name&hellip
;” While reading this verse, I could not help but think about how Christmas is supposed to be about Christ, yet too often this is the time He’s so Read more:Cross
O Holy Night 2007-12-14 14:36:55 Luke 2:8 And there were in the same country shepherds abiding in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night. 9 And, lo, the angel of the Lord came upon them, and the glory of the Lord shone round about them: and they were sore afraid. 10 And the angel said unto them, Fear not: for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people. 11 For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord.
O Holy Night
(Placide Cappeau/Adolphe Adam, 1847)
O holy night, the stars are brightly shining;
It is the night of the dear Savior's birth!
Long lay the world in sin and error pining,
Till He appeared and the soul felt its worth.
A thrill of hope, the weary soul rejoices,
For yonder breaks a new and glorious morn.
Fall on your knees, O hear the angel voices!
O night divine, O night when Christ was born!
O night, O holy night, O night divine!
Led by the light of faith serenely beaming,
With glowing hearts by His cradle we st
Cutie and Brownie… 2007-12-14 13:24:59 &hellip
;are early Christmas presents for the kids. A sweet couple from our church brought these new pets to our children last night. Sarah had been asking about them all day long:
“When are they coming? When will they be here? Why is it taking so long?!”
Well, last night, Cutie and Brownie
finally arrived to join our family and spend their first night in their new home. Cutie is a huge Goldfish and Brownie is a brown Placo fish. The following is the story that Sarah wrote about them this morning:
My Fish
By: Sarah
Hi, I’m Cutie. Let me tell you about me. I have a new family now. And guess what! I’m a Goldfish! I look so pretty. I have a friend, named Brownie. Me and Brownie love to play. But we are different. I eat fish-food, and he eats stuff (that I don’t know what he eats). Do you love and like fish?
Wherever I go, he (Brownie) is with me. I like my new home. Yes I do. And my new dad said he might get a frog to put with me and B
Gotta Teach That Boy To Read! 2007-12-13 07:43:21 Little Kerry was looking through one of Sarah’s reading books this morning, when he suddenly got upset. He came across a story about a young boy on summer vacation. Kerry was thumbing through; looking at the pictures, when he suddenly yells out:
“Oh, no!! Mommy come quick–you have to see this–it’s s-o-o-o-o sad!! They put that boy in a little cage!!”
I went over to look at what was causing my little Kerry such distress…Â Then, I said:
“A-w-w, no, honey. That’s not a ‘cage,‘ that’s a phone booth!”
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He’s Not Stealing This Christmas! 2007-12-11 20:45:15 …Not this time…not this year…not this Christmas
!!
Who or what am I referring to, you may ask. Well, I am referring to the devil wanting to steal our Christmas joy and peace! Any of you seen the kid’s T.V. Christmas special, “How The Grinch Stole Christmas” ? Yeah, I thought you might have. Anyway, you see, to me, the devil is like the Grinch. Of course, he can’t stand Christmas, and he will do anything he can to take away from the true reason for the season! Of course, the devil also can’t stand all the “peace, joy, and goodwill” going around either! He will also do anything he can to distract us from Jesus; to get us focused on the wrong things. It is not hard to recognize when we are letting the evil one have his way. A good indicator is when we end up a “stressed out mess;” you know, like a jumbled, tangled ball of Christmas tree lights.
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Do We Choose To See The Goodness? 2007-12-11 19:30:28 Psalm 33: 1 Rejoice in the LORD, O ye righteous: for praise is comely for the upright. 2 Praise the LORD with harp: sing unto him with the psaltery and an instrument of ten strings. 3 Sing unto him a new song; play skilfully with a loud noise. 4 For the word of the LORD is right; and all his works are done in truth. 5 He loveth righteousness and judgment: the earth is full of the goodness of the LORD. 6 By the word of the LORD were the heavens made; and all the host of them by the breath of his mouth. 7 He gathereth the waters of the sea together as an heap: he layeth up the depth in storehouses. 8 Let all the earth fear the LORD: let all the inhabitants of the world stand in awe of him. 9 For he spake, and it was done; he commanded, and it stood fast.
I read the above passage in my “quiet time” today, while the kids were playing at the park. Today was a very gorgeous, unseasonably warm day, and the kids and I took “full advantage” after their Read more:Goodness
Still “Cracking” The Kid’s Code… 2007-12-10 18:40:05 Here’s a few more words and definitions to add to the Kid’s Code list:
1. Eggs and &ldquo
;grips&rdquo
; -n (Kerry’s phrase; otherwise known as “eggs and grits”) 1. Kerry’s favorite breakfast.
2. “Law-Mart” -n (Kerry’s word; known to most as “Wal-Mart”) 1. A place that has everything! 2. A place that Mommy hates to visit; but the kids would love to frequent! 3. Toy and Junk-food Land
3. Phone -n (regular spelling, but different meaning to kids) 1. An object of annoyance that inspires jealousy and erratic behavior among children everywhere (if the phone call is for Mommy). 2. A call (for Mommy) from this device must be intercepted, interrupted, and terminated as quickly as possible!
4. Arts and Crafts -n (regular spelling, kids’ special definition) 1. Subject that is often part of the homeschooling schedule. 2. This subject is preferred to occur at the beginning of the day, so it may be used as a stalling tech Read more:hellip
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Did Mary Know? 2007-12-07 11:42:28 Did Mary know the full implications? Did she really know the many wonders her baby would one day perform? Did Mary know she would have to lose Him, to gain Him?
Mary, did you know? Friend, do you know?
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“She will bring forth a Son, and you shall call His name Jesus, for He will save His people from their sins.”–Matthew 1:21
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 Mary Did You Know?
(Buddy Greene, Mark Lowry)
Mary, did you know
That your baby boy will one day walk on water?
Did you know
That your baby boy will save our sons and daughters?
Did you know
That your baby boy has come to make you new?
This child that you’ve delivered
Will soon deliver you
Mary, did you know
That your baby boy will give sight to a blind man?
Did you know
That your baby boy will calm a storm
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