Mrs. Arabie, my former principal, came by to ask me to present a lesson to be filmed by Chanel 13 (Educational Station here) on HOLES. I have to give the introduction to the lesson and then they will come back and film the end of the lesson. I’m glad to have about six weeks to make sure the students know what to do.
Uganda Update Trip
Lindsey and I would like to give all of you an update on the ministry this summer to Uganda! We came to The Daily Lily and many others as well along with churches of our community. (see Lindsey on The Daily Lily under Talking Points dated Nov. 13,06). In November ’06, Lindsey extended the invitation to me to be a part of this mission. I without question knew where to go, right to God and my friends and co-labors of The Daily Lily. The trip is coming together so beautifully both in planning and finances. I am so blessed to have the ministry of our little church in Leesburg with our Daily Lily to send me (us) on this mission. It is my goal to represent God and all of you with the very best God has provided me with to bring honor to all of us. As you have read and will hear more about it is teaching teachers and working with the children and women of this nation.
We will be going to Kampala which Lindsey says is a well organized town but the road system isn’t good.
First week – Her Mom will lead meetings on “Grieving” and we will teach the teachers.
Second Week – We will go to Kenya – Her Mom will return to U.S. (marriage). We will go on an African Safari.
Third Week – We will go into the bush and work with the teachers along with Campus Crusade persons from Oauchita University. She said the focus will be on prayer and women helping women.
Prayer: You Call Us From Our Settled Ways
O God, you call us from our settled ways,
out of old habits and rutted traditions.
You call us into the land of promise,
to new life and new possibilities.
Make us strong to travel the road ahead.
Deliver us from false security and comfort,
desire for ease and uninvolved days.
Let your Word and Spirit dwell in us
that your will may be fulfilled in us
for the well-being and shalom of all.
Amen.
–Vienna Cobb Anderson c 1991 by Vienna Cobb Anderson.
The Ballerina
Dedicated: in memory of my mother, Hettie Ruby Raynor
On a tiny shelf sat the most beautiful ballerina. She had every hair swept up high and in place. She had a flawless complexion and the perfect ballerina pose. She was high on her toes, and the dance floor was hers to command. Her costume gave a light and airy appearance with rose buds scattered here and there. Her dream was to dance before her King. She trained and trained and became better and better at the art of ballet. Her legs became strong and movement was easy because her heart was in the dance.
(photo by Rena Oynes)
A New Life
Here is a picture of Eliza, my cousin that I told all of you about at Christmas! Isn’t she so cute! A darling gift from God.
In America you see so many Chinese babies. But why do you mostly see girls? You wonder this question when you see a beautiful Asian little baby with a blond or red haired American woman. In America we hear that all of these girls are abandoned but why would a mom do that? Why do people choose China to adopt a child and what is the reason behind that one child law? These are the questions I started asking when my uncle and aunt began the process of adopting a little baby girl from China. I hope to find out why Chinese parents prefer to keep boys rather than girls and the rules about having only one child and thereasons why so many girls are the ones making the journey to America from China.
Fitness for “07
This year, I will strengthen my muscles along with my mind and spirit. Start looking for ways to build, train and flex together in ’07. I hope to start posting some exercise tips. Like to hear from all of you if you have questions, ideas or thoughts on exercising for health. When we are healthy and energized we can do more and have more time and energy to show Jesus Christ to the world.
Let’s work our muscles together in ’07.
Happy Birthday Blazing Star Lily
I am going to be ONE year old Thursday, January 11,’ 07
Thanks to The Daily Lily for inviting me to be your Mascot! I have been greatly loved this year and I have been taught and trained very well. Looking forward to being with you in ’07 as we together make a Blazing Star (Lily) for all to see. I love you!
Blazing Star “Lily”
THE CRYSTAL CASTLE WITH THE CRYSTAL CROSS
Once upon a time there were twin sisters name Toto and Grace. They lived in a sweet little pink house in the land called LORDSLAND. They were very happy children and tried to always do their best in all that they did.
click for larger view (photo by Jon)
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A Bundle of Joy
Look at darling, Kenlee. Her little bib says “What Santa doesn’t bring me Grandma will.” Well, one can guess what happened. This is Sherrie and Bert’s first granddaughter and Tammy (Needles), great niece. Also, Kenlee’s first Christmas.
Kids in Orphange
One time I went to an orphanage in South America because I was on a cruise. We stopped by an orphanage. There was one girl who followed me. She was so cute! We handed out toys to them and medicine. That one girl asked me if my parents died too. I felt sorry for her. This is a picture of the kids in the orphanage.
Grace
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