Karen's blog

I haven't gone anywhere....

2010-11-24T12:44:00.000-08:00

I have been neglecting my blog since i started on facebook back in May, cant believe its been that long since i updated, i do apologize.

Well our new addition has arrived safe and sound and hard to believe she is 2 months old already, wow, time sure does fly. I had a bit of a rough run the last few months of the pregnancy but Praise and Glory to God that He brought us both through it and blessed our family with another precious wee baby. Here she is FAITH HOPE CHARITY CULLEN

WHAT ELSE HAS BEEN HAPPENING.....

We had a visitor from America come stay with us in July, a deacon from brother Allen Fox's Church, Kevin Copeland and he was a great blessing to our family, the Lord really used him to be an encouragement and fellowship to us all and we hope to have him come back and visit with us again. Here is a picture below............

AND........

Bangor Christian School held its second prizegiving service just last week and the kids made us really proud. They all recieved awards and did really well, the school continues to be a blessing to us and the kids.

UPDATE

2010-05-10T15:28:00.000-07:00

What has been happening with me lately? Well my family are doing well, the kids are getting big and still enjoying their school which is a blessing. My hubby is busy all the time which is good thing i suppose but i do miss him when he is not with me. Everything is going well with our unborn baby so far for which i am thankful. I am feeling the baby move alot now and it is amazing and wonderful. No matter how many times i have been pregnant i still cant get over how amazing it feels to experience those movements. It reminds me how powerful my God really is. I go for my big 5 month scan next week, so looking forward to that. *** On a different note, i have been praying about some things that have been bothering me lately about some peoples behaviour and i can say for sure it has helped. I read a good qoute recently which said "PRAYER IS EITHER YOUR STEERING WHEEL OR YOUR SPARE TYRE" I know have been guilty of not praying in situations when i know i should have and from experience i have learned that talking to the Lord no matter what kind of day i am having makes things easier to deal with and i tend to cope alot better but i still have some learning to do, i admit that. I think the day i'll stop learning is the day i meet my Saviour. I am glad i have him to lean on and learn from. He is so good to me. *** Other news- I have joined facebook now so if your on it drop me a line. It's good to see Connie on there too. She's been such a help and blessing to me. Well i will go for now and Lord willing i will update again soon.

A quote for the day....

2010-03-27T08:20:00.000-07:00

"I used to complain i had no shoes until i met a man who had no feet"

We would do well to remember that no matter what we are going through there is always someone out there having a harder time than us. Think of the good things that the Lord has blessed us with. Have a good day all!

1Sa 12:24 Only fear the LORD, and serve him in truth with all your heart: for consider how great things he hath done for you.

2010-01-18T09:11:00.000-08:00

Precious Little One - Abigail Cullen
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
I'm just a precious little one who didn`t make it there.
I went straight to be with Jesus, but I`m waiting for you here.

Many dwelling here where I live, waited years to enter in.
Struggled through a world of sorow, a world marred with pain and sin.

Thank you for the life you gave me, it was brief but don`t complain.
I have all Heaven`s Glory, suffered none of earth`s great pain.

Thank you for the name you gave me. I`d have loved to bring it fame.
But if I`d lingered in earth`s shadows, I would have suffered just the same.

So sweet family - don`t you sorrow.Wipe those tears and chase the gloom.
I went straight to Jesus` arms from my loving Mother`s womb.

Author Unknown

Update...at last

2009-10-11T07:27:00.000-07:00

Hi again. I know it has been a while since i last updated, life has been very busy the past few months. We moved house and we now live in Bangor, the Lord provided us with a nice house in a nice area and it is great living here. The kids really love it and so do we. It is great to be so near our Church and the folks here. The kids started a private Christian school just a minutes drive from our house and they really enjoy it, they look so cute in their uniforms so i just had to post a picture. I am really happy to have found the school and i thank the Lord for it and the teachers there. It averages around 16 students between the primary and high school. Laurence and Brian's little girl Alyx-ann goes to the pre-school there too.

It has been a trying few months as my mother in law passed away and i had a miscarriage but God has proved himself yet again by getting my husband and i through these trials. His Grace is sufficient, Amen.

Here are some pictures of the new house for Chyrll. I included some videos of the wee man too.

Jade at front of the house

Back garden

Hallway

Sitting room

Kitchen

Jades room

Bathroom

Samuel walking

Samuel and Jade singing

Recent picture and videos...

2009-05-15T12:34:00.000-07:00

MR & MRS O' DONNELL.....

2009-04-20T14:13:00.000-07:00

CONGRATULATIONS!!!!

At last...

2009-04-15T07:36:00.000-07:00

Just thought i would give a quick update while i had the chance. Life has been soooo busy.

We are all doing ok, It is JJ's birthday on Friday, he will be 7 years old; i sometimes still think that JJ is the youngest and I've even called Samuel JJ a few times, oops that's awful isn't it.Well what can i say i'm not 20 anymore.

It will be a busy week as my mom is getting married on Saturday to bro. Neil. So a big CONGRATULATIONS! to you both Mom and Neil. It was actually an answer to prayer for me as i had been praying for someone to look after my Mum when we move to Newtownards. You just never know what the Lord has in store for his children.
7 of us went out 2 weeks ago on My moms "last single lady's day out " , we did bowling and had a meal. It was fun even though i didn't win.(not that i'm competitive or anything,lol)

The hardest part of getting ready for this wedding has been finding something modest to wear.
The clothing manufacturers must be trying to save on material or something. When i go looking to buy a top or a dress i dont want half of it to be missing, which seems to be the in trend right now. The shops are promoting immodest dress and sad to say some parents do too.
I ended up going to juntion one in Antrim and mananged to get something there.
I will go for now and Hopefully will get to post something again soon.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY JJ!

WE LOVE YOU!

Pictures of the kids...

2008-11-15T06:53:00.000-08:00

Jade

Mark

Jeremiah

Samuel

We are really blessed to have these children and we are grateful to the Lord for each one of them. We have adjusted to being a family of 6 now and the kids are really enjoying their little baby brother. It doesn't seem that long ago since they were babies themselves. Time goes by so fast.

Harvest giveaway...

2008-10-03T04:22:00.001-07:00

Chyrll from Chyrlls corner is hosting a harvest giveaway. You can get there through my links on the right hand side. The winner will be picked on the 6th of October. Thanks Chyrll!

No more comments...

2008-10-02T04:16:00.000-07:00

I am very sorry to have to stop comments on my blog but i feel this is the best thing to do as someone(whom i have a pretty good idea who it is) has started to comment on my blog with lies.
Proverbs 10:18 He that hideth hatred [with] lying lips, and he that uttereth a slander, [is] a fool.
God knows and he will deal with it but in the meantime for my friends, i will continue to update whenever possible.

2008-09-26T05:29:00.000-07:00

Pictures of our children...

2008-08-12T08:02:00.000-07:00

Pictures of our new baby boy...

2008-07-27T07:16:00.000-07:00

Here are some pictures of baby Samuel and we also posted a video of him on our Church blog which you can check out when you get time. Just click the link to our church blog on the right hand side.

New arrival...

2008-07-26T13:49:00.000-07:00

Just a quick note to let you all know baby Samuel was born Thursday the 24th at 4 pm weighing in at 8 lbs 9 ozs. I am still recovering and baby is doing well. I will post some pictures very soon.

The Lord looked after us well and we are really blessed to have our new beautiful baby boy. Check back soon for some pictures.

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Psalm 127:3,4,5 - Lo, children [are] an heritage of the LORD: [and] the fruit of the womb [is his] reward. As arrows [are] in the hand of a mighty man; so [are] children of the youth. Happy [is] the man that hath his quiver full of them.......

Pictures...

2008-06-25T04:43:00.000-07:00

I told a friend of mine that i would post some pictures of the kids and of me so she could see how much we've grown. That is the kids height and of course my ever expanding belly. So here you are Chyrll; the pictures.....

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Jeremiah, Jade and Mark

Me and baby

New Church blog started...

2008-06-20T06:30:00.000-07:00

We have had an interesting week and i have been trying to post some pictures but blogger will not co-operate for some reason. Anyway our Church had 3 baptisms last Wednesday and we also have opened a Church blog to post some news of whats happening. I have posted a link to the blog with my other links on the right hand side if you would like to take a quick peek now and then. Just click on Good News Baptist Church under the "Links to Good websites" and you should be able to get there.
We managed to get some pictures on the Church blog so it must be a problem with my blog but i will be trying again to post some pictures here.

I have been keeping ok, not long now until the baby comes and we are almost prepared. Notice i said ALMOST. Well i will post again soon. Hope all my blogging friends are doing well. Til next time...

Story behind the hymn..

2008-05-31T03:45:00.000-07:00

In a previous post i said i would do this every once in a while so here is the Hymn i have chosen today....

Words:Horatio G. Spafford, 1873.
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The tune is named after the ship on which Spafford’s children perished, the S.S. Ville de Havre. Ironically, Bliss himself died in a tragic train wreck shortly after writing this music.

This hymn was written after two major traumas in Spafford’s life. The first was the great Chicago Fire of October 1871, which ruined him financially (he had been a wealthy businessman). Shortly after, while crossing the Atlantic, all four of Spafford’s daughters died in a collision with another ship. Spafford’s wife Anna survived and sent him the now famous telegram, “Saved alone.” Several weeks later, as Spafford’s own ship passed near the spot where his daughters died, the Holy Spirit inspired these words. They speak to the eternal hope that all believers have, no matter what pain and grief befall them on earth.

~~~ It is well with my soul~~~
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When peace, like a river, attendeth my way,

When sorrows like sea billows roll;

Whatever my lot, Thou has taught me to say,

It is well, it is well, with my soul.
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Refrain
It is well, with my soul,

It is well, with my soul,

It is well, it is well, with my soul.
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Though Satan should buffet,

though trials should come,

Let this blest assurance control,

That Christ has regarded my helpless estate,

And hath shed His own blood for my soul.
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Refrain
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My sin, oh, the bliss of this glorious thought!

My sin, not in part but the whole,

Is nailed to the cross, and I bear it no more,

Praise the Lord, praise the Lord, O my soul!
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Refrain
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And Lord, haste the day when my faith shall be sight,

The clouds be rolled back as a scroll;

The trump shall resound, and the Lord shall descend,

Even so, it is well with my soul.
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Refrain

Poem...

2008-05-09T06:16:00.000-07:00

IF JESUS CAME TO YOUR HOUSE

If Jesus came to your home to spend a day or two --
If He came unexpectedly, I wonder what you'd do.
Oh, I know you'd give your nicest room to such an honored Guest,
And all the food you'd serve Him would be the very best,
And you would keep assuring Him you're glad to have Him there --
That serving Him in your home is joy beyond compare.
But -- when you see Him coming would you meet Him at the door
With arms outstretched in welcome to your Heavenly Visitor?
Or would you have to change your clothes before you let Him in,
Or hide some magazines, and put the Bible where they'd been?
Would you turn off the radio and hope He hadn't heard,
And wish you hadn't uttered that last, loud, hasty word?
Would you hide your worldly music and put some hymn books out?
Could you let Jesus walk right in, or would you rush about?
And I wonder -- if the Savior spent a day or two with you,
Would you go right on doing things you always do?
Would you go right on saying the things you always say?
Would life for you continue as it does from day to day?
Would your family conversation keep its usual pace,
And would you find it hard each meal to say table grace?
Would you sing the songs you always sing, and read the books you read,
And let Him know the things on which your mind and spirit feed?
Would you take Jesus with you everywhere you planned to go,
Or would you, maybe, change your plans for just a day or so?
Would you be glad to have Him meet your very closest friends,
Or would you hope they stay away until His visit ends?
Would you be glad to have Him stay forever on and on,
Or would you sigh with great relief when He at last was gone?
It might be interesting to know the things that you would do,
If Jesus came in person to spend some time with you.

Author Unknown

Happy Birthday Stan!

2008-04-25T09:56:00.000-07:00

Just wanted to say Happy birthday to you husband.

I love you very much and I'm glad that God brought us together.

I thought you might like this picture that i found.
So..which one do you want?

6 yesterday....

2008-04-18T06:18:00.000-07:00

Our youngest boy JJ turned 6 yesterday. It's hard to believe how fast the time has went by.

We love you wee man!

New blog added to my link list...

2008-04-14T06:27:00.000-07:00

Please check out the new link i have to a friends blog. Just click on Laurence's blog on the right hand side and that should get you there. Hope you are all doing well.

Time for an update...

2008-03-31T15:02:00.000-07:00

Hello again, I thought i had better post something just to let you know i am still around.

It's been a busy month for us as we have been travelling up and down to our new Church in Newtownards. We've been going now for nearly a month. My husband has taken over as Pastor of Good News Baptist Church. You can check out some pictures on M&M's blog from a special service we had recently. I need to get a new camera and post some pictures myself too.
Bro. Stuart has been a blessing to us by reading from the Bible each service and he also has been sharing some things he has learned from studying the greek and hebrew.
Bro. Brian and Sis. Laurence have also been an encouragement to us by being faithful in attendence and Laurence has been very kindly helping me out with the suppers. She makes really good pavlova.
I musn't forget to mention my mom and nephew Christopher who have been faithfully attending each service also.
We are praying for souls to be saved through the outreach of the Church.

My family are doing well, the kids have been busy with their school work and just being kids.
Everything is going as well as can be expected with my pregnancy; I get my big scan on Thursday to check on the baby and make sure all is as it should be. I am hoping to get a few pictures to take home. The baby seems really active lately, especially at night,lol but i'm not complaining. It's very reassuring. It's hard to believe i am more than halfway through already.
Time goes by so fast. The kids can't wait to meet their new brother or sister.

I better stop typing now and get ready for bed. I'll try to update again soon.

Just for fun...

2008-03-19T04:48:00.000-07:00

Color text Brain teaser

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The point is to say the name of the color of each word, and not the color named by the word. So if you saw Blue you would say "Red". I strongly recommend you do this aloud in front of someone who can see the page and check you.

White - Gray - Orange - Gray - Pink - Blue - Gray
Red - Yellow - Purple - Red - Yellow - Pink - White
Green- Red- Gray - Yellow- Orange- Gray - Pink
Green - Yellow - Gray - White- Gray - Purple - Green
Pink - Gray- Blue- Gray - Orange- Gray - Blue
Yellow - Gray - Green - Yellow - Red - Pink - Gray
Purple - Orange - Green - Pink - Green - Blue - Green

~~~

Dawud Miracle learned that color stimulates different parts of the brain so he checked into this phenomenon even more... In the process he learned that the brain's easily tricked by association.

I found this a bit tricky, What about you?

Middle name Meme...

2008-02-23T12:54:00.000-08:00

Lydia from three sisters blog kindly tagged me to do this meme so here goes....

Here are the rules: Post the rules on your blog, and then give your answers. List one fact about youself for each letter in your middle name. Each fact must begin with a letter from your middle name. If you do not have a middle name, use your maiden name (or create a middle name). Once you are tagged, update your blog with your middle name and your answers. At the end of your post, tag one person for each letter of your middle name. Leave them a comment on their blog telling them that they have been tagged, and that they need to come read your blog for details.

E - Enjoy eating chocolate
L - Love my Saviour
A - Am having a baby
I - Interested in poetry
N - Not tall (I'm only 4"11)
E - Emotional (especially when pregnant, lol)

I hope i have done it right Lydia! I don't know who to tag so if your reading this and haven't been tagged your it!

A Story to make you think...

2008-02-13T14:01:00.000-08:00

The Mouse trap

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A mouse looked through the crack in the wall to see the farmer and his wife open a package. "What food might this contain?" the mouse wondered. He was devastated to discover it was a mousetrap.
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Retreating to the farmyard, the mouse proclaimed the warning: "There is a mousetrap in the house! There is a mousetrap in the house!"
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The chicken clucked and scratched, raised her head and said "Mr.Mouse, I can tell this is a grave concern to you, but it is of no consequence to me. I cannot be bothered by it."
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The mouse turned to the pig and told him "There is a mousetrap in the house! There is a mousetrap in the house!" The pig sympathized, but said "I am so very sorry, Mr.Mouse, but there is nothing I can do about it but pray. Be assured you are in my prayers."
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The mouse turned to the cow and said "There is a mousetrap in the house! There is a mousetrap in the house!" The cow said "Wow, Mr. Mouse. I'm sorry for you, but it's no skin off my nose."
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So, the mouse returned to the house, head down and dejected, to face the farmer's mousetrap alone.
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That very night a sound was heard throughout the house - like the sound of a mousetrap catching its prey. The farmer's wife rushed to see what was caught. In the darkness, she did not see it was a venomous snake whose tail the trap had caught. The snake bit the farmer's wife. The farmer rushed her to the hospital and she returned home with a fever.
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Everyone knows you treat a fever with fresh chicken soup, so the farmer took his hatchet to the farmyard for the soup's main ingredient. But his wife's sickness continued, so friends and neighbors came to sit with her around the clock. To feed them, the farmer butchered the pig. The farmer's wife did not get well; she died. So many! people came for her funeral, the farmer had the cow slaughtered to provide enough meat for all of them.
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The mouse looked upon it all from his crack in the wall with great sadness.

So, the next time you hear someone is facing a problem and think it doesn't concern you, remember: when one of us is threatened, we are all at risk. We are all involved in this journey called life. We must keep an eye out for one another and make an extra effort to encourage one another. Each of us is a vital thread in another person's tapestry.

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Romans 12:15 Rejoice with them that do rejoice, and weep with them that weep.

Galatians 6:2 Bear ye one another's burdens, and so fulfil the law of Christ.

Scenery from Northern Ireland....

2008-02-02T05:49:00.000-08:00

This post is for Abigail. Here are some pictures of Scenery from around Northern Ireland.........

This is Giants causeway...About 30 minutes from where we live...

This is the Mussenden temple located in County Down

The Causeway coast in Antrim....

These next 2 pictures are of Derry city...Where we live.

You can google Derry city to see some more pictures of our city or Northern Ireland Scenery.

That's all for now.

4 Giveaway's....

2008-01-20T04:33:00.000-08:00

Chyrll is very kindly hosting 4 different giveaways so be sure to go on over to Chyrll's blog and enter if you want a chance to win some goodies. You can click the follwing link which will take you directly there - http://www.chyrllscornernc.blogspot.com

Oh and be sure to keep an eye out for a giveaway on this blog in the near future......

Update..

2008-01-13T07:31:00.000-08:00

We had a good service this morning in Church. My husband preached from Philippians chapter 3 where Paul was telling the church that if anyone thought they were righteous enough in the eyes of the law, he had more reason to believe this than anyone yet he knew he needed Christ's
righteousness and that his own works would never be good enough to get him to heaven. In his own words he said But what things were gain to me, those I counted loss for Christ. Yea doubtless, and I count all things [but] loss for the excellency of the knowledge of Christ Jesus my Lord: for whom I have suffered the loss of all things, and do count them [but] dung, that I may win Christ, Phil. 3:7,8

Unfortunately a lot of people are depending on their own works to get them to heaven and it will be a very sad day when they are faced with eternity in hell if they dont realise that nothing they can do will get them into heaven but what Christ has done.
It was a good message. Sadly a lot of Churches wont preach salvation through Christ, they are more interested in numbers in the seats and telling people what they want to hear instead of what they need to hear. Yes, it's nice to have people in Church but if they are not hearing the true Gospel message then they might as well not be there at all. The Bible says in Matthew 7:13,14 Enter ye in at the strait gate: for wide [is] the gate, and broad [is] the way, that leadeth to destruction, and many there be which go in thereat: Because strait [is] the gate, and narrow [is] the way, which leadeth unto life, and few there be that find it.
The Gospel is not popular and never will be. Beware of churches that always mention numbers and not salvation.

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Well, i am approaching the 3rd month of my pregnancy and i'm glad to say the morning sickness

is finally easing off. The baby is doing well and i already have 3 scan pictures to keep.

I had a few problems and spent 2 days in hospital but thankfully all is well again.God is good.

We are planning a day out tomorrow in Belfast and Antrim and my mom will be looking after the kids so we can have some time on our own. It will be nice. I get to do some shopping and i love shopping.

I was thinking of hosting a giveaway in the near future so keep an eye out for up and coming posts. I may pick some stuff up tomorrow for it. We'll see.

That's all for now. Take care.

2008-01-01T03:57:00.000-08:00

It’s the start of a new year - 2008
Last year is past, no matter how great,
People everywhere are making a promise
To do things better with the new year upon us,
If only folks could see, there’s only 1 thing that matters
Living for Christ and sharing with others,
the great saving Grace that God has to offer
new life in his Son and a love that wont falter

By Karen

2007-12-15T09:18:00.000-08:00

'Twas The Night Before Christmas'

A Christmas Poem by Pastor Jim Kamerer
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Twas the night before Christmas and as I looked round my tent,
I couldn't believe all the money I'd spent
For trains and dolls, for trinkets and toys
Some for the girls and some for the boys.

I looked round once more to be sure things were right;
The kids were all in bed for the night.
I set up the track for the train I bought Ted,
The train went round twice and the battery went dead.

I put on my cap, my gloves, and my coat;
I went to Ames and over to Zayre.
You guess it my friend, no batteries there!
As I left the store a thought came to me,I had one in the remote of the color TV.

Well, I placed that remote in my wife's favorite chair
I was ready for Christmas with hours to spare.
When out came my wife and punched that remote
And then said to me, "The TV's broke!"

So on with the coat, the gloves, and the cap
out in the cold about ready to snap.
I went to K-Mart and stood in that line
From 8:35 'til a quarter past nine.

As I came to the checkout, my heart leaped with glee --
There was that one lonesome battery just waiting for me.
When from my behind I seen this hand slip
And grab that battery with a real tight grip.

I wheeled around and what did I see?
This giant of a man glaring down at me.
Well, I remembered an ad I had seen on TV
Buy a Big Mac, get your batteries free.

So, I bought me a burger I didn't want...
They were out of batteries, so on with hunt.
I finally found one at Servi-Star,
Paid for my purchase and made for my car.

When I entered the door of my humble shack,
My wife said, "What's this battery for I found in a sack?"
I was out there in the press, the push, and the greed
To buy me a battery I didn't even need.

At last I relaxed in my easy chair,
When this still small voice came out of somewhere.
"You're ready for Christmas with toys, tinsel, and tree
You've got it all together, but what about me?"

I fell on my knees and cried, "God, what have I done?"
I got caught up in the madness and neglected your Son.
The best gift of all you've given for free
Your Son, Jesus Christ, for sinners like me.
You sent Him to suffer the shame and the loss,
To shed his life's blood for me on the cross.
Well friend, I'll never forget ere I rest 'neath the sod,
The greatest of gifts is given by God.

The wedding of Mark and Monica Bradfield....

2007-12-09T10:32:00.000-08:00

The wedding went very well. We all had a brilliant time and i thought i would share some pictures. I will post more later when i get them loaded unto the pc. Congratulations again to Mark and Monica.

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Mr and Mrs Bradfield

Aileen(marks sister), Mark, Monica and John(Grooms father)

Jade(bridesmaid) and Rhoda(flowergirl) with the Bride

Pat(Monicas mum) and Rodger(Monicas dad)

My beautiful kids, Marky, Jade and Jeremiah

Some good news...

2007-12-02T06:21:00.000-08:00

Wedding hairstyles...

2007-11-19T09:29:00.000-08:00

We went to a hairdresser today to try out some hairstyles for Monica and Marks Big Day which is not long now; December 7th. Here are some pictures....
(Just click on the pic to see a larger image)

Here is the Bride-to-be.

The back part of her hair will be curled on the day of the wedding

~And here is how Jade will have her hair~

~Here is wee Rhoda with her hair styled. She will have hers curled too~

The Bridesmaid (Jade) and the cute little flowergirl (Rhoda)

Want to smile?

2007-11-16T10:21:00.000-08:00

I came across this video and it made me smile and laugh. So if you need something to brighten your day then i recommend clicking the link to watch this video. Please let me know what you think.

That's all for now.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5P6UU6m3cqk

A seasonal poem..

2007-11-14T07:05:00.000-08:00

AT WINDOW'S CALL.

Out my window I can see
Leaves are brown as they can be,
Though it's Wintertime for sure
Dressed in finest of decor.

All seem sure to take a bow
Dancing in the wind for now,
Leaves that once belonged to Fall
Dancing brown at Winter's call.

Each are patterned and with grace,
Some look like the finest lace,
Changing colors in a while,
Seasons in the latest style.

Dancing, blowing in the wind
Leaves designed " and all by Him"
God, our maker, up above
In His wisdom and His love.

~~By Katherine Smith Matheney.~~

Winter Giveaway...

2007-11-05T15:06:00.000-08:00

Chyrll from Chyrll's Corner is very kindly hosting a Winter giveaway with some really nice stuff so go on over and enter if you want to be in with a chance to get some free goodies.Click the link to go to Chyrlls blog http://chyrllscornernc.blogspot.com/

Do you believe?

2007-10-31T03:40:00.000-07:00

There was this Christian lady that had to do a lot of traveling for her business, so she did a lot of flying. Flying made her nervous, so she always took her Bible along with her to read and it helped relax her.
One time, she was sitting next to a man. When he saw her pull out her Bible, he gave a little chuckle and went back to what he was doing.
After awhile, he turned to her and asked, "You don't really believe all that stuff in there do you?"
The lady replied, "Of course I do. It is the Bible."
He said, "Well, what about that guy that was swallowed by that whale?"
She replied, "Oh, Jonah. Yes, I believe that, it is in the Bible."
He asked, "Well, how do you suppose he survived all that time inside the whale?"
The lady said, "Well, I don't really know. I guess when I get to heaven, I will ask him."
"What if he isn't in heaven?" the man asked sarcastically.
"Then you can ask him." replied the lady.

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Psalm 14:1 ........The fool hath said in his heart, [There is] no God. They are corrupt, they have done abominable works, [there is] none that doeth good.

Revelation 20:15 -And whosoever was not found written in the book of life was cast into the lake of fire.

John 14:1,2,3- Let not your heart be troubled: ye believe in God, believe also in me.In my Father's house are many mansions: if [it were] not [so], I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you.And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again, and receive you unto myself; that where I am, [there] ye may be also.

It is easy to be saved. Just take God at his word and realise you are a sinner and call upon Jesus Christ to save you. You'll never regret it- never. And if your already saved and headed for heaven then i look forward to meeting you there!

We had a wonderful opportunity to see a little girl in our home Church receive Christ as Saviour. Her name is Courtney Lemunion and she is 9 years old. What a blessing it was to witness this.

See; Salvation is so easy that even a 9 year old can understand and accept it. So if your not saved and reading this, I encourage you to recieve Christ as your Saviour today before it's too late.By not choosing to accept him then you have already made a choice and hell is the only place left.God doesn't want you in hell but the Devil sure does. None of us are promised our next breath, so please choose him today and you'll have an assurance of going to heaven when you open your eyes in eternity and not only that but you'll have a real purpose in this life too. That's all for now.

Why the Bible?

2007-10-16T15:41:00.000-07:00

I found this article about the Bible and thought i would share it here.

Whether you accept and believe in its teachings or not, it cannot be denied that the Bible is the most remarkable, amazing, absolutely unique book that has ever been written.

Of course, most people today sort of toss it out and dismiss it.

However if you have an open mind and are sincerely searching for the truth, then you will then discover that the Bible is not merely some "churchy" handbook, but that it is the most wonderful, supernatural, miraculous, amazing, marvelous Book in the whole world. The Bible has the answers to every question we have concerning where we came from, how we got here, why we're here, how to survive and be happy while here, where we are going, and how to love and have true happiness forever.

But before deciding whether or not to accept and believe this amazing book, consider the following seven facts that set it aside as a truly unique volume:

1. The Bible is Unique in its Continuity
It was written over a 1,6OO year time-span by over 40 authors from every walk of life, including kings, peasants, philosophers, fishermen, shepherds, soldiers, poets, statesmen, scholars, etc. Nevertheless, from beginning to end, its authors spoke on hundreds of controversial subjects with harmony and continuity outlining one unfolding story: God's love for man.

2. The Bible Has Been Read By More People Than Any Other Book.
It has outsold every book that has ever been written, and it still sells more copies every year than any other book in the world. But of course the bestsellers lists won't dare acknowledge that in spite of all man's writings and foolishness and fiction and ridiculous interpretations of history and reality, the Bible still outsells them all, every year. Another unique and related fact is that the Bible was the first major book ever to be printed on Gutenberg's press.

3. The Bible Has Been Translated and Published In More Languages Than Any Other Book in Existence
As far back as 1966 the whole Bible had appeared in 240 languages and dialects, and one or more of its books appeared in 739 additional ones.

4. The Bible, Compared With All Other Ancient Writings, Has More Manuscript Evidence Than Any Ten Pieces of Classical Literature Combined.
Although originally written on perishable materials, having to be recopied by hand for thousands of years before the invention of the printing press, its style, correctness and accuracy has been preserved as no other book in all history. The Jews had special classes of scholars within their culture whose sole duty was to preserve and transmit the books of their Bible (the Old testament) with perfect accuracy, counting the very consonants, vowels, syllables and words per manuscript as a means of double-checking. Literally thousands of ancient manuscripts of the books of the New Testament (many in the original languages) have been unearthed which prove, beyond a shadow of a doubt, that the Scriptures have come down through the ages to us just as they were originally written.

5. The Bible Has Withstood Vicious Attacks By Its Enemies As No Other Book Has Many have tried to burn it, destroy it and outlaw it, from the days of the Roman emperors to some present-day antichrist countries. Its very existence today and the fact that it's teachings and truths have been preserved despite the countless campaigns and tirades against it is in itself miraculous.

6. Discovery After Discovery By Modern Archaeologists Have Confirmed and Proven the Bible's Absolute Accuracy and Have Proven It To Be a Valid Source of History
Archaeologists following Old Testament references have rediscovered whole nations and resurrected entire peoples that the skeptics and critics once said were nonexistent or imaginary. In fact, it can be stated categorically that not one archaeological discovery has ever contradicted or cast doubt on a Biblical reference - all have confirmed it's accuracy.

7. The Bible is the Only Volume Ever Produced Which Contains a Large Amount of Prophecies
These accurately predict the future of individual nations, peoples, cities, and the coming of One who was to be the Messiah. Although the ancient world had many different devices for determining the future, nowhere in all of Greek and Latin literature can there be found any real specific prophecy of a great historic event to come in the distant future. But the Bible is full of countless, detailed, specific prophecies, all of which have been miraculously fulfilled and come true except, of course, the final end time prophecies which are either to be fulfilled in the near future or are coming to pass right now.

What an amazing and remarkable book. Yet so many people today, who consider themselves so smart and so knowledgeable, ignore the Bible completely. Time and time again we talk to people who've been through years of college and university and have read hundreds and hundreds of books -- volumes of textbooks, religious books, philosophical books and all kinds of books -- yet have never even cracked open the Bible, the most fascinating book in the world. A book in which you can find almost anything: drama, love, hate, peace, war, romance, poetry, prophecy, history, mystery, etc., etc.

Just think about it. Words of wisdom from thousands of years ago, from the days before Moses. It's such an important book, and one of the oldest books in the world yet, a lot of "educated" people don't even bother to read it. They waste time on all of their complicated and confused theories while neglecting the very Words of Life, the Bible, which is so simple, direct and to the point.

If you were going on a long journey and didn't already know the way, you would bring along a map, wouldn't you? Well, you are on a long journey, and the One who does know the way has instructed some of His men to draw a detailed map so you won't get lost and so you can learn the right way to operate down here and ultimately make it safely to your final destination.

But to say you don't have time to read God's map, the Bible, is like a driver going on a long journey and saying, "Well, I'm in such a hurry to get there I don't have time to look at the map." If you'll just take the Bible and simply read it, believe it, and follow it, you will be on the right path and will wind up in the right place.

And that is actually the greatest proof that the Biblike really is the miraculous, supernatural Word of God Himself - it works. So why not try it? It's the greatest, most enduring, wisest, most truthful book in the whole world. One that you can really trust. I'm sure that you will find it an absolutely inexhaustible source of wisdom and knowledge, out of which you will constantly find "treasures new and old." (Mt.13:52) --Beautiful.

Of course the most wonderful thing about the Bible is that through its words, we can get to know its Author. For the Bible is God's great love letter to us. Its Life-giving words make it the greatest book in the world, with the only Author in the world that can guarantee life, love, happiness, and Heaven forever through simply reading it and believing in its main Character, the One Who loved us so much that He gave His Own life to save us - Jesus Christ, the Son of God.

All of the wonderful, thrilling things that you read about Jesus doing in the Bible can happen today as well for Jesus Christ is the same, yesterday, today and forever. (Heb. 13:8) And, just as He spoke to men of old, His prophets of the past, so He is still alive and speaks to us today through His Word, thank God. In fact, He has spoken to and given us a lot of Words for today, this end time in which we are now living.

So take the Bible and sincerely pray, "Open thou mine eyes, that I may behold wondrous things out of thy law". (Ps.119:18.) Take the wonderful words of Jesus in the Gospels and read them -- not as fairy tales of the past, but as God's Word for you today. And, see how inspiring, uplifting and encouraging the Truth of the Word of God can be. In the beautiful Gospel of John particularly, you will find the spiritual depths of the Love of God and His Salvation for you.

Have you received God's love through Jesus? Have you tasted the wonderful, soul-satisfying waters of His Wonderful Word? If not, receive Jesus into your heart personally by simply asking Him to come into your life, to forgive you of all your sins and give you His love and peace and free gift of eternal life. Then you cannot only read His Word with understanding, but you'll have the love and the strength to obey it and to share His Truth and Love and Wonder Working Words with others who need them too.

"Thy Word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path"(Psalms119:105)

The Christian faith is never a guarantee against trouble. But it is a guarantee against defeat when trouble comes.

"He paid a debt he didn't owe, Because I owed a debt I couldn't pay"

John 14:1,2,3... Let not your heart be troubled: ye believe in God, believe also in me.In my Father's house are many mansions: if [it were] not [so], I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you. And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again, and receive you unto myself; that where I am, [there] ye may be also.

What's been happening this week....

2007-10-09T14:08:00.000-07:00

My husband and 2 boys are in Scotland since Sunday and they will be returning home tomorrow.They have gone over to enjoy some special preaching services. I must say the house has been soooo quiet in their absence; i would much rather have them at home with all the noise around me. I miss them alot even though they have only gone for a few days.Can't wait to see them tomorrow.

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Anyway aside from that Jade and I have been doing a fair bit of walking this past 2 days.

Yesterday we walked to a tescos with our guard dog following us.No we don't have a dog but there is a dog called Tootsie that belongs to a lady who lives up the street and it has taken up residence in our front garden every day. The reason i call it our guard dog is because it bites any strangers who come near the door. Very handy when the Mormons or Jehovah's witnesses decide to knock...just joking. Well we have grown very fond of this wee dogie and would like to keep her but i don't think the owner would agree to that. Ah well you never know.

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We went into town today and did some shopping; I just love to spend money on the kids so we got some clothes and other bits 'n' pieces. After walking from one shop to another we got very wet with the heavy rain so we stopped at a cafe and had a wee cup of tea and a bun to re-fuel and warm us up a bit. We took a bus back home and Jade really enjoyed it, so much so she wasn't shy in saying loudly "Mommy this is my first time on a bus" so everyone could hear her.

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Stan sent me some pictures from Scotland via his mobile phone so i thought i would post some.

Those 2 wee people are my boys Marky and JJ. This was taken outside deep sea world in Edinburgh.

JJ and Marky with funny looking hair do's or should i say hats.

Pastor Mark is looking a bit scarey in this picture. I wonder if he was speaking to his wife-to-be in this photo and if so did she know what he had on his head????

Happy birthday Chyrll!

2007-09-29T16:06:00.000-07:00

A good friend of mine just turned 40 today so just to say A big

Happy birthday!

Urgent prayer request...

2007-09-27T16:01:00.000-07:00

Brother Paul Forrest from Virginia needs our prayers at this time as he has taken ill with serious heart problems. Please remember him in your prayers and also his wife Judy at this time.

Gone to be with Christ which is far better....

2007-09-25T10:40:00.000-07:00

We got news today that Pat's Father Alfie Moore went home to be with the Lord. Pat is Steve's wife (steves statements) and a Sister in Christ. I would ask you to pray for them at this difficult time; it is not easy but it is a blessing that he was saved. It's a blessing to know that it is not Goodbye but "til we meet again".

Matthew 5:4 Blessed [are] they that mourn: for they shall be comforted.

Proverbs 18:10 The name of the LORD [is] a strong tower: the righteous runneth into it, and is safe.

Psalm 116:15 Precious in the sight of the LORD [is] the death of his saints.

1 Thessalonians 4:13,14 But I would not have you to be ignorant, brethren, concerning them which are asleep, that ye sorrow not, even as others which have no hope.For if we believe that Jesus died and rose again, even so them also which sleep in Jesus will God bring with him.

Pic's of our day at Dublin zoo...

2007-09-21T09:23:00.000-07:00

Here are some pictures taken when we were at Dublin zoo. Notice how many poeple were waiting to get into the zoo. We were near the back of the line. This was only some of the people; the crowd was much bigger.

Flamingos-I thought these were so pretty

What could this be?Hmmm..
Feeding time at the Zoo...

These guys were pretty funny;

we spent a good amount of time watching them playing around

We actually supplied these monkeys with their bananas;

they were supposed to be for OUR lunch but

my husband just couldn't resist throwing them in.

Not to mention, ignoring the sign that read " Dont feed the animals"
but it was fun watching them.

Here is the big line we had to wait in.

Marky, Jade and JJ

The happy couple..

2007-09-14T03:09:00.000-07:00

Here is a picture of the Pastor of our home Church with his wife-to-be Sis. Monica. You wouldn't believe how hard it is to get Pastor Mark to sit still for a picture; worse than a kid. I actually took another picture of them yesterday which i will try to get uploaded soon.

They will be married on the 7th of December and we are all looking forward to the big day.

They make a lovely couple. Congratulations you two!

(You can click on the picture to see a larger image)

Story behind the Hymn...

2007-09-04T10:47:00.000-07:00

I found this on a website while searching the net. The site actually has a lot of hymns with the story telling you how the hymn came about.I found this very interesting so I've decided to post some of them on my blog now and again, starting with this one.

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While I was attending the World’s Fair in Chicago [Illinois], Henry Varley, a lay preacher from London, said to Major Whittle: “I do not like the hymn ‘I need Thee every hour’ very well, because I need Him every moment of the day.

Soon after Major Whittle wrote this sweet hymn… [He] brought the hymn to me in manuscript a little later, saying that he would give me the copyright of both the words and music if I would print for him five hundred copies on fine paper, for distributing among his friends. His daughter May Whittle, who later became the wife of Will R. Moody, composed the music. I did as Mr. Whittle wished; and I sent the hymn to England, where it was copyrighted on the same day as at Washington.

In England the hymn became very popular. Falling into the hands of the well-known Rev. Andrew Murray, of South Africa, then visiting London, he adopted it as his favorite hymn. A year later Mr. Murray visited Northfield [Massachusetts], and while holding a meeting for men in the church he remarked, “If Sankey only knew a hymn which I found in London, and would sing it, he would find that it embraces my entire creed.” I was very anxious to know what hymn it was, and when he had recited it I said to him: “Doctor, that hymn was written within five hundred yards of where we are standing.”
For years Dr. Murray had his wife sing this hymn in nearly all his meetings. It also became a great favorite in South Africa during the war.

Dying with Jesus, by death reckoned mine;
Living with Jesus, a new life divine;
Looking to Jesus till glory doth shine,
Moment by moment, O Lord, I am Thine.

(Chorus)
Moment by moment I’m kept in His love;
Moment by moment I’ve life from above;
Looking to Jesus till glory doth shine;
Moment by moment, O Lord, I am Thine.

Never a trial that He is not there,
Never a burden that He doth not bear,
Never a sorrow that He doth not share,
Moment by moment, I’m under His care.

Never a heartache, and never a groan,
Never a teardrop and never a moan;
Never a danger but there on the throne,
Moment by moment He thinks of His own.

Never a weakness that He doth not feel,
Never a sickness that He cannot heal;
Moment by moment, in woe or in weal,
Jesus my Savior, abides with me still.

Computer problems again..

2007-08-16T10:42:00.000-07:00

Hi again, Just wanted to let you know that my computer has stopped working yet again. I am actually posting this using my moms pc. I might not get to update for a little while, at least not until Pastor Mark fixes our PC. I don't know when he will get it fixed but hopefully it won't be long.

I do know he is very busy with Bethel's Bible club this week and we have all had lots of fun with the kids. I better stop for now. I'll post again as soon as i can.

Oh and i will do the nice matters award when i get my PC fixed again so a big thank you to 3 sisters for the award.God Bless.

New Blogger...

2007-08-14T11:03:00.000-07:00

Just a quick note to let you all know that my mom has now created her very own blog. Please stop by her blog for a visit and say hello. You can either click the following link or else you can click the link i have to her blog on my blogs i like to visit link. http://esthersentries.blogspot.com/

It's been a while....

2007-08-11T15:08:00.000-07:00

I can't believe 3 weeks have gone by since my last post. Well i am glad to be able to update again. It's great to see the comments left on my last post; I want to thank each and every one of you for your encouraging words and of course your prayers. I hope you are all keeping OK.

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The Lord got me through the surgery and apart from a few minor complications i am recovering. I have an infected hematoma under my wound which i am told is a blood clot that must have formed after some bleeding during surgery. The Doctors say my body should re-absorb it once the infection clears so they have adopted a wait and see approach. I am taking a strong antibiotic so Lord willing it will do it's job. I go back to the hospital this Wednesday to check on it.

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I have to say i have enjoyed the rest whilst i have been recuperating; my mom and husband and the kids have been a great help. It is a bit frustrating not to able to do any heavy housework but hopefully it wont be too much longer before i can get back to normality. My poor little girl has had a lot of extra chores to do around the house but i know it's good for her. She makes me laugh sometimes with the remarks she comes out with; she always says when she gets married that she hopes her husband isn't messy.Sometimes she sounds like a grown woman. My wee Jade.The Lord has really blessed my husband and I with our kids. You can see a biGG difference in a child that is being brought up in the nurture and admonition of the Lord and a child who is left to himself. The Bible once again proven true.

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I see that i have been tagged by three sisters to do the Eight things about me meme. Well i wont keep you waiting any longer; here goes........

1. Post rules before giving the facts
2. Players start with eight random facts/habits about themselves
3. People who are tagged need to write their own blog about their eight things and post these rules.
4. At the end of the your blog you need to tag some people and list their names. Leave them a comment on their blog, telling them they have been tagged and not to forget to read your blog.
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1) I was saved when i was 17 years old.

2) I love driving

3) I have a terrible habit- nail biting.

4) I have 5 sisters and 2 brothers

5) My favourite book is the King James Bible

6) I have never travelled outside of the United Kingdom but would like to some day

7) I don't care much for hot weather

8) I am terrified of dogs

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I enjoyed doing this meme. Thank you girls for tagging me! Now this is the part were I'm supposed to tag some people but as far as i can see every blogger i visit has been tagged so if your reading this and you've missed out.....Your it! I mean ...your tagged!

Have a blessed week!

Blogging break...

2007-07-19T14:46:00.000-07:00

We have had a good week this week with the outreach in the Calgach centre in town. It has been refreshing to be able to attend the nightly services and it's a blessing that my mom was able to come along too. We've heard some good old fashioned Bible preaching.

I'm afraid i will not be posting for a while as i will be going into hospital on Wednesday to have surgery. I'm told it's a major op so i would really appreciate your prayers at this time.
I will have a 3/4 day hospital stay and then a recovery period of 4 - 6 weeks.
Please pray that the Lord will get me through it safely with no complications.
It's not a nice experience to go through but when you have the Lord on your side and brethren praying for you it makes it easier. So i thank you in advance for your prayers.

Blogger will still not let me post any pictures for some reason. I don't know if it's the computer or blogger to blame but hopefully I'll get it sorted out soon. I better go for now, it's getting late;
Hope you all have a great week.

Karen

God is good...

2007-07-07T08:40:00.000-07:00

Psalm 100:5 For the LORD [is] good; his mercy [is] everlasting; and his truth [endureth] to all generations.

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I want to thank you all for your prayers this past week. The Lord has answered yet again.

My mum came through surgery safely on Monday and she is recovering in the hospital. She is hoping to get home on Monday but we'll have to wait and see because her sugar levels are still up and down. She will see the diabetic doctor on Monday to see if he can do something with her medication to get her sugars to stay down. I'm just grateful to God that he took care of her through it.

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We had to take Marky to the hospital last night again after he caught his fingers in the chain of his bike. He cut them pretty bad and had to have some stitches. They are not sure if he has a fracture or not because they said a line showed up on the x-ray and there not sure if it is a blood vessel or fracture...weird. The consultant radiologist will review his x-ray in a couple of days and they will call us if he can confirm a broken bone. But anyway they are treating him as if it is fractured and the poor wee man has his 2 fingers strapped and he has to wear a splint also. I have to take him to the nurse to check the wound for infection on Monday morning but he is on a strong antibiotic just in case. So we have had quite a time with hospital visits but still I'm thankful that it was nothing life threatening.

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I have been trying to post some pictures but blogger will not co-operate with me at all so i'll have to try again some other time. You'll know if nothing gets posted that i'm still having problems with it. At least i can still update.

I'm back...

2007-06-23T09:18:00.000-07:00

I have to apologise for not updating this past few weeks and I'll give an update to some of what has been happening around here; i haven't got time to post everything that has went on......

Answered prayer: On my last post i asked you to pray for me as i went to have the mri scan....Well i had it done and the results came back normal so that was a blessing and another prayer answered. Thank you for praying for that.

A&E visit: We managed to visit accident and emergency with our youngest son Jeremiah when he closed the door on his finger.Thankfully he didn't break it but he did have to have a hole put in his nail to release the bleeding that was under his nail as a result of the injury.

Fun day's out: We have had a couple of nice family day's when we got to take the kids to a fun farm and also to Grianan Fort in Donegal which we enjoyed; i took some pictures so i will post them in the near future.

And finally: Our computer broke down last week just when i was about to update my blog so i was a little annoyed about that but we're back online again. I may not get to post very often over the next few weeks as my mother will be going into hospital on Tuesday and having surgery the following Monday. She was supposed to have it done this Monday but they said her blood sugars are too high to operate so they will keep her in hospital this week in an attempt to get them lowered. I would appreciate your prayers for her; her name is Esther. It will be a major surgery for her with all her health problems. I will be looking after her when she gets out for a week and then my sister will help out after that so i will be busyyyyy. Maybe the Lord needs for me to learn some patience. I would also ask you to pray for my husbands mom as we got a call this moring to say she was taken to hospital with breathing problems. She has a chronic disease caused by smoking and her condition has gotten worse this past few months. She needs to be saved so please pray for her and her husband. Their names are Mary and William.

I have to go for now but Lord willing i will be able to post some picture's at a later date.
God Bless.

Prayer request...

2007-05-31T04:58:00.000-07:00

Psalm 6:9 The LORD hath heard my supplication; the LORD will receive my prayer.

This is just a quick note to ask you all to pray for me as i will be having the MRI scan later today. I don't think i will get any results today as i think they have to go back to the Neurologist at the hospital. I hope you are all doing well. I best go for now as we will be getting ready to leave in a little while. God bless.

Newspaper article..

2007-05-29T12:58:00.000-07:00

Our local newspaper did an interview with my husband regarding something that happened over the weekend. They have left the article open for comments online so feel free to comment if you like. We need more Christians to put in their say. You can view this article by clicking the link. http://www.derrytoday.com/journal-news?articleid=2910370 If you leave a comment on the article please let me know so i can read it. Thank you. Have a great day!

Nice..

2007-05-26T14:50:00.000-07:00

Peter 1:24,25 .....For all flesh [is] as grass, and all the glory of man as the flower of grass. The grass withereth, and the flower thereof falleth away: But the word of the Lord endureth for ever. And this is the word which by the gospel is preached unto you.

A Psalm for the day...

2007-05-26T14:10:00.000-07:00

Psalm 37

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1 <[A Psalm] of David.> Fret not thyself because of evildoers, neither be thou envious against the workers of iniquity.

2 For they shall soon be cut down like the grass, and wither as the green herb.

3 Trust in the LORD, and do good; [so] shalt thou dwell in the land, and verily thou shalt be fed.

4 Delight thyself also in the LORD; and he shall give thee the desires of thine heart.

5 Commit thy way unto the LORD; trust also in him; and he shall bring [it] to pass.

6 And he shall bring forth thy righteousness as the light, and thy judgment as the noonday.

7 Rest in the LORD, and wait patiently for him: fret not thyself because of him who prospereth in his way, because of the man who bringeth wicked devices to pass.

8 Cease from anger, and forsake wrath: fret not thyself in any wise to do evil.

9 For evildoers shall be cut off: but those that wait upon the LORD, they shall inherit the earth.

10 For yet a little while, and the wicked [shall] not [be]: yea, thou shalt diligently consider his place, and it [shall] not [be].

11 But the meek shall inherit the earth; and shall delight themselves in the abundance of peace.

12 The wicked plotteth against the just, and gnasheth upon him with his teeth.

13 The Lord shall laugh at him: for he seeth that his day is coming.

14 The wicked have drawn out the sword, and have bent their bow, to cast down the poor and needy, [and] to slay such as be of upright conversation.

15 Their sword shall enter into their own heart, and their bows shall be broken.

16 A little that a righteous man hath [is] better than the riches of many wicked.

17 For the arms of the wicked shall be broken: but the LORD upholdeth the righteous.

18 The LORD knoweth the days of the upright: and their inheritance shall be for ever.

19 They shall not be ashamed in the evil time: and in the days of famine they shall be satisfied.

20 But the wicked shall perish, and the enemies of the LORD [shall be] as the fat of lambs: they shall consume; into smoke shall they consume away.

21 The wicked borroweth, and payeth not again: but the righteous sheweth mercy, and giveth.

22 For [such as be] blessed of him shall inherit the earth; and [they that be] cursed of him shall be cut off.

23 The steps of a [good] man are ordered by the LORD: and he delighteth in his way.

24 Though he fall, he shall not be utterly cast down: for the LORD upholdeth [him with] his hand.

25 I have been young, and [now] am old; yet have I not seen the righteous forsaken, nor his seed begging bread.

26 [He is] ever merciful, and lendeth; and his seed [is] blessed.

27 Depart from evil, and do good; and dwell for evermore.

28 For the LORD loveth judgment, and forsaketh not his saints; they are preserved for ever: but the seed of the wicked shall be cut off.

29 The righteous shall inherit the land, and dwell therein for ever.

30 The mouth of the righteous speaketh wisdom, and his tongue talketh of judgment.

31 The law of his God [is] in his heart; none of his steps shall slide.

32 The wicked watcheth the righteous, and seeketh to slay him.

33 The LORD will not leave him in his hand, nor condemn him when he is judged.

34 Wait on the LORD, and keep his way, and he shall exalt thee to inherit the land: when the wicked are cut off, thou shalt see [it].

35 I have seen the wicked in great power, and spreading himself like a green bay tree.

36 Yet he passed away, and, lo, he [was] not: yea, I sought him, but he could not be found.

37 Mark the perfect [man], and behold the upright: for the end of [that] man [is] peace.

38 But the transgressors shall be destroyed together: the end of the wicked shall be cut off.

39 But the salvation of the righteous [is] of the LORD: [he is] their strength in the time of trouble.

40 And the LORD shall help them, and deliver them: he shall deliver them from the wicked, and save them, because they trust in him.

Happy birthday bro. Allen!

2007-05-24T08:38:00.000-07:00

Hope you enjoy your day! You don't look a year past 50. (Just kidding)

Pictures of Steve...

2007-05-24T06:42:00.001-07:00

Hello, I trust you are all doing well. I have a few pictures here that I have been wanting to post but i had to wait for my scanner to get up and running again. Sister Pat was kind enough to supply me with some photographs of her husband Steve; since he is so fond of posting pictures of Pat on his blog we thought it was time to do the same for him. Please feel free to comment on these pics; all feedback welcome. Have a great day.

Putting God first...

2007-05-18T10:14:00.000-07:00

I came across the following story while browsing through a website and I wanted to share it with you. It made me think on 2 scripture verses that have been on my mind lately; Psalm 37 verses 4 & 5. We need to put the Lord first in our lives and he will take care of our needs.

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Paid In Full

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A young man was getting ready to graduate from college. For many months he had admired a beautiful sports car in a dealer's showroom, and knowing his father could well afford it, he told him that was all he wanted.
As Graduation Day approached, the young man awaited signs that his father had purchased the car. Finally, on the morning of his graduation, his father called him into his private study. His father told him how proud he was to have such a fine son, and told him how much he loved him. He handed his son a beautifully wrapped gift box.
Curious, and somewhat disappointed, the young man opened the box and found a lovely, leather-bound Bible, with the young man's name embossed in gold. Angry, he rose his voice to his father and said "with all your money, you give me a Bible?" and stormed out of the house.
Many years passed and the young man was very successful in business. He had a beautiful home and wonderful family, but realized his father was very old, and thought perhaps he should go to him. He had not seen him since that graduation day. Before he could make arrangements, he received a telegram telling him his father had passed away, and willed all of his possessions to his son. He needed to come home immediately and take care of things.
When he arrived at his father's house, a sudden feeling of sadness and regret filled his heart. He began to search through his father's important papers and saw the still gift-wrapped Bible, just as he had left it years ago. With tears, he opened the Bible and began to turn the pages. His father had carefully underlined a verse, Matt.7:11, "if ye then, being evil, know how to give good gifts unto your children, how much more shall your Father which is in Heaven, give good things to them that ask Him?"
As he read those words, a car key dropped from the back of the Bible. It had a tag with the dealer's name, the same dealer who had the sports car he had desired. On the tag was the date of his graduation, and the words PAID IN FULL.
How many times do we miss God's blessings because we can't see past our own desires?
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Psalm 37:4,5 Delight thyself also in the LORD; and he shall give thee the desires of thine heart. Commit thy way unto the LORD; trust also in him; and he shall bring [it] to pass.

Family pictures

2007-05-12T10:17:00.000-07:00

My 2 sisters and there kids came over from england. Here are some pictures......

Linda and my mum. My little nephew matthew
Here is Louise. It's been 2 years since i last seen her.

Anybody want some fruit salad?

Please pray for them; they need to get saved.

That's all for now. Have a great day.

2007-05-10T10:38:00.000-07:00

I haven't been able to update for a little while and i don't know if i will be able to over the next few days. Things have been kinda hectic this week. I got a phonecall yesterday to say that my mom was taken to hospital by ambulance. She had taken chest pains and was short of breath along with other symptoms. Anyway they let her home just this evening and she has to go for a scan of her neck in about 3 weeks time to see if she has a blocked artery. I would appreciate your prayers for her and i am grateful that she is feeling better today. It just goes to show that you never know what a day will bring. Like the scripture says in Proverbs 27:1 Boast not thyself of to morrow; for thou knowest not what a day may bring forth. I am glad that the Lord sees the bigger picture and we can be sure that God will always be there to help his children when hard times come. That's all for now. God Bless.

New Bathroom...

2007-05-04T13:18:00.000-07:00

Here are the pictures i said i would post.
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This one was taken after the walls were stripped......

Under construction.....

And finally the end result of all that hard work........

Did you notice the bath under the window in the first picture?

I have to admit I am really pleased with the new bathroom. There was never much room the way it used to be but now there is a lot more room. It's very nice.

The shower still has to be wired though but that will be getting done tomorrow.

So what do you think????

Update..

2007-04-28T10:41:00.000-07:00

The bathroom is almost finished, there is still the tiling to be done and the shower has to be plumbed. It took me a while to get cleaned up. I have taken some before and after picture's and i am just waiting until the wall's get tiled on Tuesday to take some more; then i will post them here.

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I went to the hospital today to see a neurologist because i have been getting some real bad headaches and dizziness over the past few months. He thinks it is probably migraine attacks but he wants me to have an MRI scan just in case they are missing something. Please pray everything shows up normal. I was so nervous just waiting to see him but the Lord got me through that. Whenever i am in a situation like that, the Lord reminds me of a scripture verse in Philipiians 4:13 I can do all things through Christ which strengthen me. I have had to ask the Lord's forgiveness for not trusting him enough in times like this. He always proves his word and gives me the strength. Isn't it funny that we can trust him with our eternity but yet find it hard to trust him in the simplest of things.

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I had better stop for now as i have to collect the kids from my mom's house. She kindly agreed to look after them for few hours today so that i could get some stuff done around the house. Knowing my mom they will be covered in chocolate by now. Best get going. Have a wonderful day.

My Husband's Birthday..

2007-04-24T12:28:00.000-07:00

I would like to say a big Happy 30th birthday to my husband Stan and tell you that I Love you very much. The Lord really has blessed me with you.
I am grateful to have a husband that loves the Lord and takes care of his family so well. I look forward to spending the rest of our lives together.Enjoy your day!

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Hope you are having a great day! It seems like everyone i know has a birthday on April...Well almost everyone. I am actually posting this a day early because i dont think i'll get to post anything over the next few days as we are getting a new bathroom put in so we will be out of the house during the day. I am looking forward to getting it done but not the mess part of it LOL.
I will post some pictures when it is all finished Lord willing. God Bless.

Happy birthday...

2007-04-21T15:57:00.000-07:00

It's hard to believe your 15 already; well anyway hope you have a great day! God Bless.

Pat's Birthday

2007-04-19T07:40:00.000-07:00

Today is Sis. Pat's birthday so i would like to take this opportunity to say.......

Have a great day!

Tagged for a Birthday Meme....

2007-04-19T05:23:00.000-07:00

I was visiting Sis. Julies blog when i noticed that i have been tagged to do a birthday meme. It was a learning experience i must say. Thanks Sis. Julie. Well i put my birth date (not year) into wikepedia and here is some of what i have found for the 17th of June:

1) List 3 events:
1885- The statue of liberty arrives in New York Habor.
1963- The United States Supreme Court ruled 8 to 1 in Abington school district v Schempp
against allowing the reciting of Bible verses and the Lord's prayer in public schools.
1994- The FIFA world cup begins in the U.S.A

2) List 2 Births:
1239- King Edward 1 of England
1718- Wiliiam Hooper, Amercan signer of the Declaration of Independence

3) List 1 Death:
1025- Boleslaw 1 the Brave, 1st King of Poland

I hope i have done this right; anyway it was fun. I think i am now supposed to tag a few other people/ bloggers to do the same thing so here goes: 3 sisters, Chyrll, and Steve and Ethel.
I hope you haven't already been tagged. Have fun. God Bless.

J.J's birthday...

2007-04-17T11:55:00.000-07:00

We all had a fun day at barrontop fun farm. Here are those pictures i said i would post.I was trying to post some more but blogger would not co-operate. Well here are some nice ones anyway.

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Yummmm.

This cake was good. JJ's Nana bought it for him.
Better make sure that fire gets put out

Can you jump this high?
Daddy was jumping too but we didn't get his picture.
Want a lift anyone?

Can i keep him mummy?

Please!

This emu was friendly.
No Stan we don't need one.

Jade was having a good conversation here.

Please mummy can we keep him he's so cute!

How long do i have to smile like this? It hurts.

JJ's new train

Who could these cute animals belong to?

HAPPY BIRTHDAY WEE MAN.
WE LOVE YOU!

Happy Birthday JJ

2007-04-17T09:04:00.000-07:00

Our youngest son Jeremiah turned 5 today. Here is a picture of him. We had a fun day at barrontop fun farm. I will post some more pictures later. God Bless.

Inspirational story...

2007-04-14T12:48:00.000-07:00

You'll find Jesus there!

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"Tomorrow morning," the surgeon began, "I'll open up your heart..." "You'll find Jesus there," the boy interrupted. The surgeon looked up, annoyed. "I'll cut your heart open," he continued, "to see how much damage has been done..."" But when you open up my heart, you'll find Jesus in there."

The surgeon looked to the parents, who sat quietly. "When I see how much damage has been done, I'll sew your heart and chest back up and I'll plan what to do next." "But you'll find Jesus in my heart. The Bible says He lives there. The hymns all say He lives there. You'll find Him in my heart." The surgeon had had enough. "I'll tell you what I'll find in your heart. I'll find damaged muscle, low blood supply, and weakened vessels. And I'll find out if I can make you well." "You'll find Jesus there too. He lives there."

The surgeon left. The surgeon sat in his office, recording his notes from the surgery, "...damaged aorta, damaged pulmonary vein, widespread muscle degeneration. No hope for transplant, no hope for cure. Therapy: painkillers and bedrest.

Prognosis:, " here he paused, "death within one year." He stopped the recorder, but there was more to be said.

"Why?" he asked aloud. "Why did You do this? You've put him here; You've put him in this pain; and You've cursed him to an early death. Why?"

The Lord answered and said, "The boy, My lamb, was not meant for your flock for long, for he is a part of My flock, and will forever be. Here, in My flock, he will feel no pain, and will be comforted as you cannot imagine. His parents will one day join him here, and they will know peace, and My flock will continue to grow."

The surgeon's tears were hot, but his anger was hotter. "You created that boy, and You created that heart. He'll be dead in months. Why?" The Lord answered, "The boy, My lamb, shall return to My flock, for he has done his duty: I did not put My lamb with your flock to lose him, but to retrieve another lost lamb." The surgeon wept.

The surgeon sat beside the boy's bed; the boy's parents sat across from him. The boy awoke and whispered, "Did you cut open my heart?" "Yes," said the surgeon. "What did you find?" asked the boy. "I found Jesus there," said the surgeon.

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- Author Unknown

Poem....

2007-04-09T08:30:00.000-07:00

My Heritage

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I may not be rich from the world's point of view

I may not own land or houses- it's true

But i have a Father who has riches untold,

he abides in a city that has street's of Gold

He owns many mansion's in Heaven, you see

and he gives them away completely for free

The cost to my Father was none too small

He paid a great price when his Son died for all

So when people look at me here on this earth

and think i have nothing that's of any worth

I have a heritage that no-one can take

a home in heaven that never will break

This world has riches that will soon pass away

but my Fathers riches will last for eternity

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by Karen Cullen

Psalm 16:6 The lines are fallen unto me in pleasant [places]; yea, I have a goodly heritage.

Update....

2007-04-07T11:21:00.000-07:00

I figured since it's been a while i had better post something. I trust you are all doing well.

The world is celebrating the Easter holidays now and are supposed to be celebrating the Resurrection of Christ when all it is, is an excuse for people to drink alcohol.
I wonder how many churches will be telling their congregation the reason that Christ died on the cross??? Will they tell the people the good old Gospel story of our Saviour??

Sadly many don't and that is why it's important that we as Christians do our job and tell people of a Saviour who loves and died for them. If we don't then we are saying no to God when he has commanded us to do so. Unfortunately I as a christian have told the Lord no on more than one occasion when he has told me to witness to someone and the holy spirit has convicted me for failing the Lord. It is not a nice feeling and i wouldn't want it for anyone. It's much easier just to say yes and the Lord will bless you for it and someones soul may be saved because they heard the gospel. I am reminded of the following hymn:

Rescue the perishing,

Care for the dying,

Snatch them in pity from sin and the grave;

Weep o'er the erring one,

Lift up the fallen,Tell them of Jesus the mighty to save.

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Rescue the perishing,

Care for the dying;

Jesus is merciful,

Jesus will save.

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Though they are slighting Him,

Still He is waiting,Waiting the penitent child to receive;

Plead with them earnestly,

Plead with them gently;

He will forgive if they only believe.

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Down in the human heart,

Crushed by the tempter,

Feelings lie buried that grace can restore;

Touched by a loving heart,

Wakened by kindness,

Chords that are broken will vibrate once more.

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Rescue the perishing,

Duty demands it;

Strength for thy labor the Lord will provide;

Back to the narrow way, Patiently win them;

Tell the poor wand'rer a Savior has died.

Family day out.....

2007-03-27T08:24:00.000-07:00

I trust you are having a good day. I will be busy today as i have to babysit my sisters 3 children overnight so that will be 6 kids to look after. They will be here any minute so this will just be a quick post.

We have been having beautiful weather this past few days. We decided to take the kids to the beach yesterday evening and we saw some amazing views when the sun was setting. It is a 12 mile journey from our house to this beach. There is a park beside the beach that we went to so the kids got to play. Can you believe i forgot to take my new camera with me; fortunately my husband was able to take some pictures on his phone so here are some i wanted to share.........

The kids outside our house on Daddy's bike

Family day out.....

2007-03-27T07:58:00.000-07:00

A must see film!

2007-03-23T15:41:00.000-07:00

I watched a DVD yesterday called Facing the GIANTS. I highly recommend this movie to anyone who hasn't seen it. It was a blessing and encouragement to my husband and I. My kids enjoyed watching it also. You can view a trailer for this movie by clicking the following link http://www.facingthegiants.com

A quick update for the day......

2007-03-19T08:22:00.000-07:00

Hello again. Monday is usually a bit hectic with the start of the school week and getting stuff done around the house but not today. I have decided to take it easy and take the day off school as we have had visitors . Pastor Mark brought his brother Trevor and sister-in-law Lynn over for a visit. We enjoyed chatting over a wee cup of tea. They have 2 beautiful little children - 3 Yr. old Conner and 16 month old Charlotte. Conner liked holding the Dinosaurs ie. Lizards and the kids had fun playing together. I just had to take a picture of little Charlotte as she has beautiful red hair. So cute.

Pictures......

2007-03-18T08:43:00.000-07:00

Today I got a brilliant gift from my kids for Mothers day. Can anyone guess what it is ???????

Kong Long and Cocoa
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Yes I got a new digital camera.Thank you Jade Marky and J.J. Now i can take some nice pictures and post them here for all to see. I am spoiled, i really am. My husband even made my mum and i a nice meal. He did really well. Thank you Stan.

A Mother's reward.....

2007-03-16T11:58:00.000-07:00

With Mother's day approaching i thought i would write a short poem and wish all the Mother's out there a Happy Mother's day. Of course if we have to wait until Mother's day to show our Mother's how much we appreciate them then there is something wrong. We should tell our Mother's how much we love them at every opportunity.Take care until next time...............

A Mother's reward

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A child is a gift from God above,

he gives us children to care for and love.

So when God gives a Daughter or Son

He is saying " I'm trusting you with this little one."

To be a Mother is a wonderful blessing-

A full time job, that's often testing.

The greatest reward for a Mother can be-

when that child says "Jesus I'm trusting in thee."

Then that child will truly know

that their Mother's love has really been shown

In raising that child to Love the Lord

Yes, this indeed is a Mothers Reward.

By Karen Cullen

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Psalm 127:3 Lo, children [are] an heritage of the LORD: [and] the fruit of the womb [is his] reward.

A bit of Humor for the day.......

2007-03-15T06:15:00.000-07:00

Let Me Help You With That
Walking down the street, a man passes a house and notices a child trying to reach the doorbell. No matter how much the little guy stretches, he can't make it. The man calls out, "Let me get that for you," and he bounds onto the porch to ring the bell. "Thanks, mister," says the kid. "Now let's run."

Better Write That Down
An elderly husband and wife noticed that they were beginning to forget many little things around the house. They were afraid that this could be dangerous, as one of them may accidentally forget to turn off the stove and thus cause a fire. So, they decided to go see their physician to get some help. Their physician told them that many people their age find it useful to write themselves little notes as reminders. The elderly couple thought this sounded wonderful, and left the doctor's office very pleased with the advice.
When they got home, the wife said, "Dear, will you please go to the kitchen and get me a dish of ice cream? And why don't you write that down so you won't forget?"
"Nonsense," said the husband, "I can remember a dish of ice cream!"
"Well," said the wife, "I'd also like some strawberries on it. You better write that down, because I know you'll forget."
"Don't be silly," replied the husband. "A dish of ice cream and some strawberries. I can remember that!"
"OK, dear, but I'd like you to put some whipped cream on top. Now you'd really better write it down now. You'll forget," said the wife.
"Come now, my memory's not all that bad," said the husband. "No problem--a dish of ice cream with strawberries and whipped cream."
With that, the husband shut the kitchen door behind him. The wife could hear him getting out pots and pans, and making some noise inconsistent with his preparing a dish of ice cream, strawberries, and whipped cream. He emerged from the kitchen about 15 minutes later.
Walking over to his wife, he presented her with a plate of bacon and eggs. The wife took one look at the plate, glanced up at her husband and said, "Hey, where's the toast?"

2007-03-09T11:39:00.000-08:00

Thy word have i hid in mine heart, that i might not sin against thee

(Psalm 119:11)

Here is a Psalm that i learned while teaching the kids it in school. They learn a lot of scripture verses so i also get to memorise them too. Psalms is an amazing book. In fact the Bible is an amazing book. God Bless.

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PSALM 1

1 Blessed is the man that walketh not in the counsel of the ungodly, nor standeth in the way of sinners, nor sitteth in the seat of the scornful.

2 But his delight is in the law of the LORD and in his law doth he meditate day and night.

3 And he shall be like a tree planted by the rivers of water, that bringeth forth his fruit in his season; his leaf also shall not wither; and whatsoever he doeth shall prosper.

4 The ungodly are not so; but are like the chaff which the wind driveth away.

5 Therefore the ungodly shall not stand in the judgement, nor sinners in the congregation of the righteous.

6 For the LORD knoweth the way of the righteous; but the way of the ungodly shall perish.

2007-03-04T07:14:00.000-08:00

UPDATE..........................

Spring is in the air and it is my favourite season although it doesn't look like it with the weather we are having today-It's very windy and wet.

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We had to go to Bethel this morning as my husband isn't feeling so good. I think it must have been that trip to Newtownards the other day on the motorbike, please pray for him. He and Stuart had a good time i was told.

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Anyway we enjoyed the service and fellowship and we are looking forward to tonights service. It was literally shelter in the time of storm. We are having tea tonight after the service so i will be making some marshmallow bars and some sandwiches. Nothing too complicated.

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I haven't been doing alot this week just the usual schooling but i need to do a spring clean soon and get rid of some of that junk i have been hoarding in the cupboards.

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I have started reading John Bunyans - The Pilgrims progress which i am really enjoying. The kids have been learning about him in the club on Wednesday nights.

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Well i really must go for now and get dinner ready. God Bless.

2007-02-22T02:53:00.000-08:00

A Tribute to my Dad - Freddie Cooley - Who went home to be with the Lord on the 28th of March 1997

I wanted to post this picture of my Dad and pay a small tribute to him. My Dad was a saved man and enjoyed telling people that he was saved. He was a great Father and husband who was devoted to his family and he showed great courage when he was sick.
He believed the bible and put it to use every day. I really am thankful for the blessing of having a Father who was saved and i look forward to seeing him again when I enter heaven.

1 Thessalonians 4:13,14,15,16,17,18 But I would not have you to be ignorant, brethren, concerning them which are asleep, that ye sorrow not, even as others which have no hope. For if we believe that Jesus died and rose again, even so them also which sleep in Jesus will God bring with him. For this we say unto you by the word of the Lord, that we which are alive [and] remain unto the coming of the Lord shall not prevent them which are asleep. For the Lord himself shall descend from heaven with a shout, with the voice of the archangel, and with the trump of God: and the dead in Christ shall rise first: Then we which are alive [and] remain shall be caught up together with them in the clouds, to meet the Lord in the air: and so shall we ever be with the Lord. Wherefore comfort one another with these words.

2007-02-08T03:32:00.000-08:00

This is a picture of the Fox family.

I would like to say a big thank you to the fox family for being such a blessing and encouragement to my husband and i while they were here on the mission field. Both my husband and I are grateful that the Lord sent this family as Missionaries to our Country because through God's providence we got saved as a result of this family's love to preach the Gospel. Praise the Lord for men and women that are willing to stand up for the cause of Christ. Oh and we miss you all.

2007-02-05T13:28:00.000-08:00

We have recently took in 2 new lodger's in our home. My husband has wanted Lizard's for quite some time and so he bought Cocoa and Kong Long from Grace and Hannah. I copied the picture from Three sisters blog - This one is of Kong Long when Grace first got him. He is a lot bigger now believe me. They are nice to look at but not to hold - well for me anyway. That is all for now. Have a nice day. God bless.

2007-01-27T10:39:00.000-08:00

There has been a lot happening since my last post so i haven't been able to get updated in a while. I have had a few trying times this past few weeks but i know that God gives the victory.

I would like to share this poem with you as it has been a help to me in tough times. I can't take the credit for writing this one. I am not sure who the author is actually. God Bless.

Christ my Saviour, Christ my friend

Christ my Treasure without end;

Christ when waves of sorrow roll,

Christ the comfort of my soul.

Christ when all around should fail,

Christ when enemies prevail;
Christ when false accusers rise,

Christ my Solace in the skies.

Christ when days are dark and drear,

Christ when all around is clear;

Christ when all the earth is gone,

Christ my portion on the throne.

Christ at home, and Christ abroad,

Christ my company on the road;

Christ in sickness. Christ in health,

Christ in poverty and wealth.

Christ who once on earth has trod,

Christ the blessed "Son of God"

Christ for time and Christ for aye,

Christ for all eternity.

2007-01-10T14:13:00.000-08:00

Update

I thought i would post a quick update as i haven't done so in a few days.

On Monday we went to visit with the Fox family in Newtownards. We had a good time and Chyrll as usual made a good meal for us. Thank you Chyrll.
Lydia played the piano for us and did a really good job too. Chyrll gave me a candle that smells like baby powder mmmmmm really nice.

Yesterday we took my mum to the Ulster Transport Museum and afterwards for a meal in Harry Ramsdens. She really enjoyed herself. I must say i enjoy the reading part of it the most.
They have a Titanic exhibition there which is good but very sad.
Please pray for my mum as she undergoes tests at the hospital on Friday.

Today i did school with the kids and tonight we went to Bethel. Pastor Mark spoke about Christians being at ease in Zion. It is important for us Christians to preach the Gospel- to stand up for Jesus and do all that we can to point lost souls to Christ even if they reject him. That is all that will matter in eternity.

2007-01-06T13:31:00.000-08:00

2007-01-06T13:04:00.000-08:00

Just experimenting with pictures from the web. I really liked this one. Very seasonal.

2007-01-05T19:10:00.000-08:00

We had service last night in Letterkenny. It was good to see my nephew Christopher at the service. My husband spoke from 1 John chapter 5 on assurance of salvation. He did a good job.
I am glad that God loves his children enough to let us know that we have eternal life, that our names are written in the Lambs of life once we accept Christ's payment for sin.Amen.

Oh what it is, to know a sweet Saviour
who gave his dear life for me,
who pardons the sinner, without favour
and gives you a mansion for free.

Oh what it is, to know a sweet Saviour
who will always be there to care,
who left me instructions in his word
and opens his ears to each prayer.

Oh what it will be, to see my dear Saviour
to see my Redeemer and friend,
who leaves me assurance by his word
that my name is written in heaven.

2007-01-03T15:16:00.000-08:00

Hello again,

Trust you all had a good Christmas. I was offline for a few days as my PC quit working and i am now using a laptop which Pastor Mark Bradfield has kindly loaned me. I probably won't be able to post pictures until i get my PC back again in working order but I'm still grateful to have a computer at all.
It really is a wet day here today but that's nothing new for us here in Northern Ireland. The kids and i have the cold so we are not feeling a 100 percent. Praying it will pass quickly.
I have just finished homeschooling so i am hoping to get to the shop in a little while. I am very unorganised today.
Yesterday Stan and Brother Mark and his 2 nephews went tracting and a Lady got mad and said that Stan and Henry were teasing her dog but they weren't. I guess the real reason she was angry was because she didn't like the Gospel. Shows people for what we really are - Hell deserving sinners.
Well here is another poem i wrote a good while back. Have a good day. God Bless.

Jesus Our Saviour

God loves the world so dearly,

He sent his precious son,

To bear our sins at Calvary-

To die for everyone.

Jesus came to save us,

He died for you and me,

He wants the world to know

that salvation - it is free.

Open up your heart,

Trust him all the way,

Let Jesus enter in

and he will always stay.

When life seems hard,

Too much to bear,

Just trust in Jesus,

He’s always there.

He’ll never leave you,

nor forsake you,

Gods word it tells us so,

Jesus is our Saviour-

The world, it has to know.

2006-12-27T11:41:00.000-08:00

A Poem for the Saved

No matter what trials may come your way,
Remember the promise of God will stay.
There is not a trial that we cannot win
with the help of our Saviour,
the victory’s in him.

The cares of this life can often bring sorrow
but look to the Saviour, he’ll be there tomorrow.
He is our refuge, our strength and our tower,
Jesus is with us, even at our worst hour.

He bore our griefs and carried our sorrows,
He values us more than many sparrows,
Bruised, beaten and nailed to a cross
He loves us and cared, while we were yet lost.

When Peter began to walk on the sea
He took his eyes off Jesus and what was to be?
He began to sink and cried “Lord, save me”
And Christ took his hand as he heard his plea.

This is what happens when life’s storms arise,
We look all around us but Christ hears our cries.
Don’t be like Peter when troubles come-
Keep your eyes on Jesus, God's precious Son.

When there’s a trial that you have to bear,
Remember God’s with us,
Just tell him in prayer.

Matthew 28:20 ………lo, I am with you alway, even unto the end of the world, Amen.

2006-12-23T11:02:00.000-08:00

Today has been busy as i have been doing some last minute shopping. The traffic wasn't as bad i thought it would be. All you can see is Santa Claus everywhere or should i say Satan Lucas. It's funny to see the expression on peoples faces when they ask my children "is Santa coming?"; My kids just tell them like it is - Santa is not real. You never hear them ask "Are you looking forward to celebrating the birth of Jesus?" This world has got everything wrong hasn't it. I like the saying that is around this time of year Jesus is the reason for the season.

HAPPY CHRISTMAS TO YOU ALL

Isaiah 9:6 For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given: and the government shall be upon his shoulder: and his name shall be called Wonderful, Counsellor, The mighty God, The everlasting Father, The Prince of Peace.

2006-12-22T20:04:00.000-08:00

Hello to anyone who is reading this. I am new to this blogging business as you can see so please bear with me as i experiment now and again. Thanks to Lydia and Grace for persuading me to create this blog. As this is my first post i would like to publish these pictures of my family. In the next few days i hope to post a couple of poems that i wrote so keep checking back for them. Wishing you a Happy Christ centered Christmas and joyful New year.

This is my husband Stan

Our 3 children Marky, JJ and Jade