Thursday, December 28, 2017
The Holiday Barn: I am so surprised!
The Holiday Barn: I am so surprised!: I am so surprised at how fast this Christmas Season was! It's been absolutely wonderful! The first weekend of December, we were in New...
I am so surprised!
I am so surprised at how fast this Christmas Season was!
It's been absolutely wonderful!
The first weekend of December, we were in New Orleans with sweet friends Steve and Gina Kinchen. We even got to attend the Christmas party at their gorgeous Steinway Piano Store. If you need a piano, Hall Piano is the place to go. True story
It's been absolutely wonderful!
The first weekend of December, we were in New Orleans with sweet friends Steve and Gina Kinchen. We even got to attend the Christmas party at their gorgeous Steinway Piano Store. If you need a piano, Hall Piano is the place to go. True story
While there, the sad phone call came that my sweet birth mom had crossed over to the other side. We had to make a trip to Arkansas that following weekend. So many emotions and feelings, but mostly love. Lots of love for a dear woman who was brave, full of courage, and strong. My heart still aches for my baby sister, Mandi. She's so beautiful, smart, talented, and...perfect! I just wish we didn't have hundreds of miles between us.
Shannon, my younger sister on the far left, baby sister Mandi in the middle, and me on the right.
I love these girls so much. I think about them and pray for them daily.
Then, Sunday the 10th, we got to be in church with my dear brother, Jimmy Bobo. He pastors First Assembly of God in Malvern, AR. I love going to his church!! The worship is always on point, the message is always just for me and what I needed to hear. The fellowship is always spicey at Chili Peppers! hahaha It's our favorite Arkansas restaurant when visiting our family.
Rev Jimmy & Kathy Bobo
Then, the following Sunday, I was at Metro Life Church, Lafayette, LA with my son John-Andrew. (JARM Ministries) We were in a Christmas show together. Oh it was so much fun!!! There are some really great folks that attend that church, and I LOVED my time there. They have so much talent in that church. It's awesome! I was so thankful I had the opportunity to be a part of the Charles Dickens production.
That's me on the far left of the photo, rocking my snowflake Christmas socks no doubt! LOL Precious people, talented people, dedicated people, and fun to hang out with!! They made me feel so young! LOL If any of you are reading this, I love you so much!! Thank you for welcoming me warmly to your team for a few days!
The first show, Friday the 15th, my precious father in law almost lost his life, and as soon as that show was over, John had to drive to Waco, TX to be with his dad. God touch Will, and within a few days of being airlifted to the hospital, John drove him home. He still has some health issues, so please keep Pops in your prayers! Love him so much!!
That evening, we got to attend our church's Christmas banquet! The Living Glory Church. Carl Benton is our pastor. There are some very precious folks in that church, but one of my absolute favorites is Maddie.
Maddie is a miracle. She was born in January 2017. She wasn't DUE TO BE BORN until May 7th. But look at her now. God touched that baby. She's a very bright spot in my heart and in my life. I just thank God every day that she is a strong, healthy, and very beautiful little girl.
Then this past Sunday, we were at our home church. So thankful to sing praises to the Lord, and hear the Word of God on Christmas Eve Sunday morning!!
Pastor Carl Benton, The Living Glory Church, Lafayette, LA
Then on to Christmas morning. John doesn't have all the pics downloaded yet, so when he does I hope to share them with you.
Anyway, this month has been full. Very full. I've enjoyed the good parts of it immensely.
John Claus
Chippy, our Elf on the Shelf singing "In the Arms of an Angel"
My stepmom Virginia, and my sister in law Kathy
John, me, Nathan and Hagin
Des and Rex
These folks went to see the new Star Wars movie. That was a fun night!
Hope you enjoyed my pics.
Monday, December 18, 2017
The Holiday Barn: What's in a name?
The Holiday Barn: What's in a name?: This morning as I was perusing Facebook, my memories popped up from a year ago. I enjoy reading through those because there's usually s...
What's in a name?
This morning as I was perusing Facebook, my memories popped up from a year ago.
I enjoy reading through those because there's usually something hilariously funny one of my younger kids has said, and I appreciate the opportunity to remember them. What parent doesn't?
This particular memory was from Hagin, my now 7 year old son. Hagin loves the Lord, and tells us all the time that he is a "God boy". Interpreted, that means that he truly has a love for God and the things of God in his little heart. So precious.
A sweet friend sent a video of Santa Claus saying Hagin's name. I have never seen a child so excited to know that someone as important as Santa Claus knew his name. Hagin got so excited he started clapping his little hands and jumping up and down saying "He knows me. He knows who I am!!" My heart just jumped. It was such a precious moment.
But seriously, what's in a name? I know my first name, "Linda", means beautiful in spanish. That's what my dad used to tell me all the time when I was about Hagin's age.
I think names are very important. You do NOT want to name your new puppy, Yappie Doodle! Guess what he'll turn into? A yappie doodle! LOL
I think about the name of Jesus. Oh that precious, beautiful, powerful name!!! There is nothing like the name of Jesus!!
JESUS - He is my Advocate, Alpha & Omega, Ancient of Days, Author of Life, Bread of Life, Bright and Morning Star, Chief Cornerstone, Emmanuel, Good Shepherd, Great Physician, Head of the Church, High Priest, King of Kings and Lord of Lords, Lamb of God, Light of the World, Lion of Judah, Living Water, Lord of Glory, Prince of Peace, Rock of Ages, Savior, The Way, The Truth, The Life, The Word, True Vine, Wonderful Counselor!!
He is this and so much more!
And the One who IS -the Great I AM - knows YOUR name! How marvelous and wonderful is that?!
The Creator of the universe, Almight God, the One who gave you life and the very breath in your body - HE knows YOUR name. Oh how HE loves you!! You're very valuable and dear. Your life is so precious to Him. You are not "invisible" to Him. He knows you! HE knows your name!! Get a revelation of the love God has for you, it will CHANGE your life!!!
This precious little boy was shown a video of Santa Claus. Santa actually said Hagin's name. After the video ended, this little boy who is filled with so much anticipation, and hope, and joy excitedly started jumping up and down squeeling that "he knows me! He knows my name!"
I immediately was in tears and then the thought came to me, gently whispered into my spirit, "How much more do I know your name?" I wanted to start jumping up and down in delight because He knows me! Jesus knows my name! He sees me! He loves me!
I enjoy reading through those because there's usually something hilariously funny one of my younger kids has said, and I appreciate the opportunity to remember them. What parent doesn't?
This particular memory was from Hagin, my now 7 year old son. Hagin loves the Lord, and tells us all the time that he is a "God boy". Interpreted, that means that he truly has a love for God and the things of God in his little heart. So precious.
A sweet friend sent a video of Santa Claus saying Hagin's name. I have never seen a child so excited to know that someone as important as Santa Claus knew his name. Hagin got so excited he started clapping his little hands and jumping up and down saying "He knows me. He knows who I am!!" My heart just jumped. It was such a precious moment.
But seriously, what's in a name? I know my first name, "Linda", means beautiful in spanish. That's what my dad used to tell me all the time when I was about Hagin's age.
I think names are very important. You do NOT want to name your new puppy, Yappie Doodle! Guess what he'll turn into? A yappie doodle! LOL
I think about the name of Jesus. Oh that precious, beautiful, powerful name!!! There is nothing like the name of Jesus!!
JESUS - He is my Advocate, Alpha & Omega, Ancient of Days, Author of Life, Bread of Life, Bright and Morning Star, Chief Cornerstone, Emmanuel, Good Shepherd, Great Physician, Head of the Church, High Priest, King of Kings and Lord of Lords, Lamb of God, Light of the World, Lion of Judah, Living Water, Lord of Glory, Prince of Peace, Rock of Ages, Savior, The Way, The Truth, The Life, The Word, True Vine, Wonderful Counselor!!
He is this and so much more!
And the One who IS -the Great I AM - knows YOUR name! How marvelous and wonderful is that?!
The Creator of the universe, Almight God, the One who gave you life and the very breath in your body - HE knows YOUR name. Oh how HE loves you!! You're very valuable and dear. Your life is so precious to Him. You are not "invisible" to Him. He knows you! HE knows your name!! Get a revelation of the love God has for you, it will CHANGE your life!!!
This precious little boy was shown a video of Santa Claus. Santa actually said Hagin's name. After the video ended, this little boy who is filled with so much anticipation, and hope, and joy excitedly started jumping up and down squeeling that "he knows me! He knows my name!"
I immediately was in tears and then the thought came to me, gently whispered into my spirit, "How much more do I know your name?" I wanted to start jumping up and down in delight because He knows me! Jesus knows my name! He sees me! He loves me!
Please click the link to hear a beautiful song about some names of of Jesus. It's one of my favorites. It brings tears to my eyes, because I just LOVE Jesus. He's my personal Lord and Savior. I can't imagine living life without Him. He's my Prince of Peace. He's been so good to me. Even in the dark times that life has brought. Jesus is Lord and He is MINE, and I am HIS. His banner over me is Love. Please - click the link to youtube and listen to this beautiful song!
and yes, I have to add this song. Perfect for Christmas and year round!
Tuesday, December 12, 2017
What are your favorite Christmas Eve traditions?
As a lover of all things Christmas, I really want Christmas Eve to be something fun and something to look forward to by our kids ages 27 to 7!
The past few years we have gone riding around town to look at Christmas lights in neighborhoods.
I enjoy that as do the kids.
What type of Christmas Eve meals do you have?
Something formal? Something that has an easy clean up?
What's your plan? LOL
I'd love to hear what your traditions are.
The past few years we have gone riding around town to look at Christmas lights in neighborhoods.
I enjoy that as do the kids.
What type of Christmas Eve meals do you have?
Something formal? Something that has an easy clean up?
What's your plan? LOL
I'd love to hear what your traditions are.
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