Okay, I have had a smart phone now for almost a month and I think I'm ready to try to do this. I almost feel like someone who is seeing their priest for a confession. It has been over two weeks since my last confession, make that blog posting. I'm not sure exactly what all I have done since then. We are already well into the first week of February and I did get to meet with my former classmates last night. It was fun, as usual. It is true, old friends are golden.
Our weather has been all over the map. I can remember taking my dogs for a walk that day when my neighbors saved me and it was beautiful. Then we got into the deep freeze and it was painfully cold outside for days and days. Snow fell and we accumulated over four inches that just seemed to stick around. Country churches were cancelled this past Sunday and we were hunkered down for several days as the roads kept refreezing each morning. I actually got caught up on some things I had recorded weeks earlier from various news programs.
I also finished my book about Andre Agassi. This was really timed perfectly because the Australian Open had been going on at this time and the Tennis Channel actually aired a special documentary about his life and career. It was so much fun watching all the highlights of his years in the sport, after having just read about all his ups and downs. Even though i always loved watching him professionally, I knew he was more than just a celebrity athlete. He has used his privileged position in life to change the lives of so many others. If you get the chance to read Open, I think you'll be surprised to learn his real story. It was fun knowing he was to present the trophy at the Australian Open
although I never actually saw the ceremony because of the topsy turvy time difference that made keeping up with the tournament difficult to say the least.
Also during these past weeks, we had plenty of downtime to enjoy the Super Bowl. I did enjoy it because I was wearing purple and black. It's been a long time since I've been able to root for my favorite color. How about going to my first football game that I can ever remember, the Texas Christian University, horned frogs around 1962? I remember that and also fighting with my sister, Pam, because she kept stealing my first purple possession, a scarf, which was also her school's colors, the Paschal panthers. Anyway, I was glad to see the Ravens win, although I did enjoy the uplifting story of the 49er's quarterback.
We are continuing to make plans for Christina and Joe's wedding in Maine. We don't have to worry too much about decorations or flowers because the Maine seacoast will provide all the natural beauty needed for the backdrop. Our biggest concern will be helping with lodging of all the family and friends who don't usually make this particular trek up to Vinalhaven Island and the food for the reception. It should be a fun time for family and friends alike.
Today I hope to get out and visit some of my friends and neighbors as we have received our delivery of Beth Moore Esther books for our Bible study. Thankfully, all the ladies live in my general vicinity. We have been patiently waiting for God to let us know when we could really get started. When He's telling you to slow down and not get ahead of Him, it's best to just take the time to let Him show you His timing.
I'm looking forward to Spring and warmer weather, but I'm not going to let these colder, darker days deter me from doing the things that I know God is wanting me to do. I am so thankful for all the ways that he has made it possible for me to share how He works in my life.
The doggies and I have a lot to get accomplished today. I hope you are having a great start to your 2013. Take care and stay safe. luv, Susan
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