How could this have happened? How could I have gone almost an entire month without checking in here on the blog? I sure have missed you. Writing a blog is kinda like exercising though. It unfortunately gets down on the list when life gets hectic. But just for the record, I sure do like writing a blog better than exercising- which would explain why I'm sitting here writing instead of walking right now. :)
I'm going to try to have a new philosophy about the whole blogging thing. Instead of waiting until I have a substantial amount of time to write something thought-provoking and with correct grammatical structure, I may just write a little something every night. Oooh, but I may still have to attempt correct grammatical structure. Mrs. Greer, my 7th grade English teacher, still haunts me just a little bit. I will never forget her. She was in her late 20s, tall, dark skin, blonde hair and was always dressed impeccably. I was just in awe of her. And she was so sweet. You know how you are in 7th grade - very impressionable. I loved her so much and she always wore the cutest shoes. Anyway, this may explain my command of the English language . . . or lack of.
Okay, so what have you been up to? I feel like I could probably ramble on for oh, about two hours about what I've been doing but you'd doze off three times and I just can't stand the thought of that.
I'll hit the high points:
Weddings - we have had them. And they have been great. I will say one of them was a learning and growing experience but you know, that's probably always good. So here we are at the end of May and there is a great sense of accomplishment. Our next wedding is June 18th so there is no rest for the weary. We'll start working on that tomorrow.
I don't know about you but I'm gonna rest for a few hours this morning. Friday and Saturday, we put in two long days at a wedding. Yesterday, we went to church; then attended a wedding reception at the Walters Barn in Lula and then to Atlanta for dinner with some friends. I am t-i-r-e-d. And I need to clean my house which after exercising, is what I should be doing right now. Can you tell I'm feeling a little bad about just sitting here? Maybe that will pass in a minute.
Bible study - there is a sense of accomplishment here as well. We completed Priscilla Shirer's "One in a Million" study this month. Let me just say this, I have never been so intrigued, amazed, confused, and awed at the Scripture as I was during this study of the Israelites journey to the Promised Land. I have to admit something right here and now. Throughout most of my early Christian life I thought less of the Old Testament than the New (well, maybe with the exception of Psalms and Proverbs). I thought it was antiquated and boring. How wrong I was!! About ten years ago, I literally fell in love with the Old Testament Scriptures. Wow - is it awesome. God has opened my eyes to the richness and beauty of these books. I can hardly get enough of it. There is so much that God can teach us through it if we'll just let Him. But isn't that true of alot of things?
What is God teaching you today? What is He challenging you with? I'll admit of late, God and I have been struggling a little bit. Ha - I just had to laugh out loud when I realized what I just wrote. I doubt that God is struggling. He's probably up there looking down at me wondering why I am having so many doubts and fears when He is nothing but confident in the plan for my life and the life of my family. So, let me just rephrase that - I have been struggling with some things and have just been crying out to God for some answers. The other night, I was so out of sorts I was practically beside myself. I thought the only thing, the ONLY thing that will make this better is if I read God's Word. I'm a little behind on my chronological Bible reading so I started on that. I found myself right in the midst of Psalms where David is doing guess what? Crying out to God for some answers. Now, while on the surface it might appear that my problems and David's are quite different, maybe just maybe that aren't. David is afraid. David is doubting God. David is feeling alone. Hmmm.
After reading, I felt so much better. No, I still don't have the answers to the questions I have. No, I still don't understand half of what's going on. But you know what? I have a peace. I have a calm. Psalm 145 specifically spoke to my heart. Here's just a snippet:
"The Lord is merciful and compassionate,
slow to get angry and filled with unfailing love.
The Lord is good to everyone.
He showers compassion on all his creation.
All of your works will thank you, Lord,
and your faithful followers will praise you.
Great is the Lord! He is most worthy of praise!
No one can measure his greatness."
One more thing and I'm done for today . . .
Since this is Memorial Day, I just have to mention how much I appreciate the service and sacrifice of the men and women who have served our country. My precious Daddy served in the Army during WWII. He would never talk much about it to me. While I wish he had, I understand it. I just don't think we can imagine the impact war has on the human mind and body.
Lee Greenwood might have said it best:
"I'm proud to be an American where at least I know I'm free. I won't forget the men (and women) who gave that right to me . . . God Bless the USA!"
Have a wonderful Memorial Day!
Monday, May 30, 2011
Monday, May 2, 2011
What I Love about May 2011
Yes, I realize I never even posted what I love about April 2011. Well, I can just sum that up – April was awesome! I had two whole weeks of vacation with my husband; a great Easter day with my family; a royal wedding to “attend;” and just lots of good things going on personally. So it was a good April. I really do need to tell y’all about E and me watching the royal wedding. As you might expect, I could write a whole essay about it. What did you think? Did you love it? I thought it was awesome.
But its May 2nd already and there’s lots to love about May. The calendar is full, full for the month and for that we are thankful.
1. One big thing we are thankful for this month is that Wonderful Events has three weddings this month. God just continues to bless us our work and oh, we just could not be more grateful. On the 7th we’ll go up to Montaluce Winery for a beautiful vineyard wedding and reception; on the 14th we’ll do a reception lake-side; and on the 28th we’ll do a traditional church wedding and reception with a great Southern flair. It is a lot of work but we really couldn’t enjoy it more!
2. Today is Monday, May 2nd and tonight is a big night for us. On Monday, January 10th we were scheduled to go down to Governor Deal’s Inauguration and Gala. However, that didn’t happen because our portion of the state was immobilized by the onslaught of the white stuff (snow). But I don’t think there’s a snowballs chance of that happening tonight so we’re all going to put on our fancy duds and go to the big old shindig. Honestly, I can’t decide what to wear. I have a fancy black party dress and I have a pink and black party dress and I have a blue sorta-party dress. I really want to wear the blue one because it ranks that highest on the comfort level but I’m just not sure it’s dressy enough. In fact, I’m pretty sure some of the other ladies are wearing ball gowns so I guess I better put on that black party dress. I’m so glad we had this conversation.
Unfortunately, I’ll be without my plus-one tonight. My sweet husband has gone to a food show. It’s hard to believe that the Deals didn’t consult my husband’s calendar. I’ll be tagging along with E and N and D’s parents. Even G can’t go this time. He’s got a final tonight.
3. Sunday is of course, Mother’s Day. I’m thankful every single day that I am blessed to be the mother of two of the most amazing children in the universe. Honestly, they are the coolest two individuals even if they are mine. And I’m thankful for the life and good health of my sweet momma and mother-in-law. Not sure what our plans are for this day but whatever we do, I’ll love it as long as we’re together.
4. On the 12th I’m gonna have to put on another party dress for the Chamber of Commerce’s Annual Gala. In the past this event has been held at the Olympic Venue by the lake but this year for some reason it’s at the Country Club, black tie optional. Really? I liked the lake.
5. We have a birthday in our little family this month. Our favorite son-in-law will blow out his candles on the 15th! Happy Birthday to N!
6. I’m not sure I’ve mentioned this before but G plays drums in a band occasionally. He plays with a few of his buddies from high school during school breaks and they are really pretty good. They have a “gig” this month at one of our local restaurants so we’ll be checking that out. (Thankfully, I won’t have to wear a party dress to that – whew!).
7. Memorial Day weekend will be a crazy one around here. Not only do we have a wedding that weekend, but we are attending a family member’s wedding reception on Sunday. This particular couple got married in Florida last month so the groom’s family will be hosting a little soiree in their honor! Also, that weekend is a really cool event that we loved last year – The Brenau BBQ Championship. The food is simply amazing and definitely worth a trip to check it out.
8. Okay, so I haven’t said much about the What’s for Supper? segment lately but wow, it is keeping me busy. I feel like I have two full time jobs. (and so does Emily!). There are lots of things in the works but the major thing is the . . . drum roll please . . . What’s for Supper? cookbook! It will have the almost 300 recipes that we have done during the segment over the past year. It’s really going to be great but I’m a cookbook lover and collector so this is right up my alley. All of the proceeds from this cookbook will go to two very worthy charities. Super excited about this!
I just want to say one more thing. When writing this blog, I usually just share the things about our lives that are fun and somewhat interesting. I have a blog primarily to document our life in words and pictures so that my children might someday look back on it. But all of that to say, we have our fair share of sadness and troubles around here. Right now my heart is broken for two precious friends who are going through terrible tragedy. My heart is also broken for those in our state and our sister southern states who have lost loved ones and homes. Oh, at the devastation. On a sidenote: G’s girlfriend lives in Tuscaloosa and she is fine. Her home was not damaged but they have been without power for several days. She says the damage is unbelievable. So I ask you, please join me in tendering your heart in prayer for those who are hurting. The needs around us are great.
But its May 2nd already and there’s lots to love about May. The calendar is full, full for the month and for that we are thankful.
1. One big thing we are thankful for this month is that Wonderful Events has three weddings this month. God just continues to bless us our work and oh, we just could not be more grateful. On the 7th we’ll go up to Montaluce Winery for a beautiful vineyard wedding and reception; on the 14th we’ll do a reception lake-side; and on the 28th we’ll do a traditional church wedding and reception with a great Southern flair. It is a lot of work but we really couldn’t enjoy it more!
2. Today is Monday, May 2nd and tonight is a big night for us. On Monday, January 10th we were scheduled to go down to Governor Deal’s Inauguration and Gala. However, that didn’t happen because our portion of the state was immobilized by the onslaught of the white stuff (snow). But I don’t think there’s a snowballs chance of that happening tonight so we’re all going to put on our fancy duds and go to the big old shindig. Honestly, I can’t decide what to wear. I have a fancy black party dress and I have a pink and black party dress and I have a blue sorta-party dress. I really want to wear the blue one because it ranks that highest on the comfort level but I’m just not sure it’s dressy enough. In fact, I’m pretty sure some of the other ladies are wearing ball gowns so I guess I better put on that black party dress. I’m so glad we had this conversation.
Unfortunately, I’ll be without my plus-one tonight. My sweet husband has gone to a food show. It’s hard to believe that the Deals didn’t consult my husband’s calendar. I’ll be tagging along with E and N and D’s parents. Even G can’t go this time. He’s got a final tonight.
3. Sunday is of course, Mother’s Day. I’m thankful every single day that I am blessed to be the mother of two of the most amazing children in the universe. Honestly, they are the coolest two individuals even if they are mine. And I’m thankful for the life and good health of my sweet momma and mother-in-law. Not sure what our plans are for this day but whatever we do, I’ll love it as long as we’re together.
4. On the 12th I’m gonna have to put on another party dress for the Chamber of Commerce’s Annual Gala. In the past this event has been held at the Olympic Venue by the lake but this year for some reason it’s at the Country Club, black tie optional. Really? I liked the lake.
5. We have a birthday in our little family this month. Our favorite son-in-law will blow out his candles on the 15th! Happy Birthday to N!
6. I’m not sure I’ve mentioned this before but G plays drums in a band occasionally. He plays with a few of his buddies from high school during school breaks and they are really pretty good. They have a “gig” this month at one of our local restaurants so we’ll be checking that out. (Thankfully, I won’t have to wear a party dress to that – whew!).
7. Memorial Day weekend will be a crazy one around here. Not only do we have a wedding that weekend, but we are attending a family member’s wedding reception on Sunday. This particular couple got married in Florida last month so the groom’s family will be hosting a little soiree in their honor! Also, that weekend is a really cool event that we loved last year – The Brenau BBQ Championship. The food is simply amazing and definitely worth a trip to check it out.
8. Okay, so I haven’t said much about the What’s for Supper? segment lately but wow, it is keeping me busy. I feel like I have two full time jobs. (and so does Emily!). There are lots of things in the works but the major thing is the . . . drum roll please . . . What’s for Supper? cookbook! It will have the almost 300 recipes that we have done during the segment over the past year. It’s really going to be great but I’m a cookbook lover and collector so this is right up my alley. All of the proceeds from this cookbook will go to two very worthy charities. Super excited about this!
I just want to say one more thing. When writing this blog, I usually just share the things about our lives that are fun and somewhat interesting. I have a blog primarily to document our life in words and pictures so that my children might someday look back on it. But all of that to say, we have our fair share of sadness and troubles around here. Right now my heart is broken for two precious friends who are going through terrible tragedy. My heart is also broken for those in our state and our sister southern states who have lost loved ones and homes. Oh, at the devastation. On a sidenote: G’s girlfriend lives in Tuscaloosa and she is fine. Her home was not damaged but they have been without power for several days. She says the damage is unbelievable. So I ask you, please join me in tendering your heart in prayer for those who are hurting. The needs around us are great.
Sunday, May 1, 2011
Easter 2011
Easter 2011 has come and gone and it just couldn't have been better. We had a great church service. I love Easter. As a believer in Jesus Christ, there is no other single day that has more meaning. Because of Christ's crucifixion and resurrection, we have our faith and hope. He is Risen! Amen!
It was a beautiful day and we enjoyed every minute of it at the farm with family. We rode golf carts, we rode 4 wheelers, we took walks, we ate, we talked, we hunted Easter eggs, we laughed . . . it was awesome. Here's just a few pics:
Have I told you how much I adore this man? Well, I do.
Two of my favorite girls.
Two more of my favorite girls with yep, you guessed it, my favorite young man.
Another one of my favorite young men with our girl.
Awww . . . love.
It was a beautiful day and we enjoyed every minute of it at the farm with family. We rode golf carts, we rode 4 wheelers, we took walks, we ate, we talked, we hunted Easter eggs, we laughed . . . it was awesome. Here's just a few pics:
Have I told you how much I adore this man? Well, I do.
Two of my favorite girls.
Two more of my favorite girls with yep, you guessed it, my favorite young man.
Another one of my favorite young men with our girl.
Awww . . . love. 
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