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We all need a laugh…
I’m convinced that’s why Youtube is such a success. It meets that need to break free of real life and just laugh. Of course with the internet speed in my house this is more of a commitment. We must find our video, click play, click pause, then come back thirty minutes later to watch that five minute video. But we here in the Nelson home are dedicated to the funny, so we wait.
Here are a few of my favorite videos. I hope you’ll enjoy and laugh. It’s good for you!
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Who do they think we are?
There’s nothing random in the world of advertising. Companies know who we are and what we need probably quicker and with more accuracy than we do. Those Facebook ads aren’t accidental. They keep track of all kinds of factors, then choose the products we’re most likely to purchase.
So why does Facebook insist on enlightening me about GOUT. Do they know my future too?
That makes sense when I consider the ads I see on television. Those powerful people who know the kinds of people who watch certain shows have determined that I’m in great need of diabetic testing equipment, mobility assistance, and of course, adult incontinence supplies.
I’m so grateful that I don’t have to be the person these GENIUSES have decided I am.
Now tell me…Who do the ads say you are?
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I’m here
This blog has been silent for the last few weeks. I think about writing often, but the desire is swept away in the chaos of life. You see, our family is in one of those seasons we all hope to avoid. We’ve gained a new appreciation for spiritual warfare and I’m pleased to report that we’ve all grown closer in the battle. It’s far from over, but we’ll make it…eventually.
Have you ever been in a particularly difficult time and felt like the trials just kept mounting?
On top of the darkness we’ve had a leak in the bathroom (both from the ceiling and the toilet), a flood, a lamb die, and a son with a concussion. That’s just in the last couple weeks. Actually, most of this has been in the last couple days.When it rains it pours, and in Oregon, we REALLY mean that!
Life’s not all bad.
My marriage is awesome, and my kids are amazing.
I’ve seen my children support each other and offer encouragement to one another.
I have, and I don’t say this lightly, the very best friends in the world!
I can see the protections that were set in place years ago.
The sun is shining today and the birds are singing.
And God is still good!
I hope you’re all blessed today,
Christina
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Reach!
My word for 2012 has arrived.
REACH
“Every great dream begins with a dreamer. Always remember, you have within you the strength, the patience, and the passion to reach for the stars to change the world.”
~Harriet Tubman
I wasn’t initially impressed by this word. It’s not as flowery off the tongue as other words. When you repeat it over and over, it begins to sound like my geriatric cat when she’s about to give me a mess to clean up.
But as I thought through the meanings of the word, I began to understand.
I press on to reach the end of the race and receive the heavenly prize for which God, through Christ Jesus, is calling us.
Philippians 3:14 (NLT)
A person can reach, as in reach for a dream. I’ve been stangent in this area for a couple months. Reach for me can mean to relight the fire that fuels my passions.
To reach a port, we must sail – sail, not tie at anchor – sail, not drift.
~Franklin D. Roosevelt
We also reach out for help. I’m so bad at this. Being a bit independent (okay, maybe more than a bit), I tend to try and fix situations on my own. This year I’ll focus on reaching toward God and accepting His hand rather than my usual, “I can do it myself!” plan.
Reach can refer to our own choices to reach out to those around us. In this way, reach is similar to compassion. I can offer mercy, grace and help to the people in my life.
Reaching out with forgiveness is a blessing for both participants.
Only a man who knows what it is like to be defeated can reach down to the bottom of his soul and come up with the extra ounce of power it takes to win when the match is even.~Muhammed Ali
This post wouldn’t be complete without one more quote.“Reach for the sky!”~Woody (Toy Story)
