Coolish Weather.
Sterling called earlier this evening to let me know that
they had arrived safely back on their hill in Arkansas. Their weather is just
as cool as our has been today, also. Jacqui said it was about 60 degrees in
their living room! In another month—if that long—we will be wishing for some of
that coolness!
Read the scriptures again for the Sunday school lesson.
Again, the same lesson needs to be repeated that we should not be found disrespectful
of anyone God has placed in a position of authority. No one is put in authority
that God has not planned the situation. We may not appreciate that person or
office, but we are not able to see the whole picture. Have wondered a few times
what the Israelites thought of Pharoah, but then, they had no idea where they
were going anyway. God let an entire generation die off so that the younger
people would not be as fearful or resentful of the changes He made in their lives.
The younger generation began to learn to trust God without so much grumbling
and groaning. Have wondered a few times if the old woman is not just as much of
a grumbler. My parents and grandparents went through all kinds of trials that
they told us about. They lived through the Depression, the Dust Bowl, WWI and
WWII with rationing and just scarcity of the least little pleasure, much less
many of the necessities. And they had to accept things as they lived through
those times. But they still trusted God to take care of them. We all need to
have that kind of faith in God and His blessings.
Made up some shampoo out of a recipe given to me by my
cousin John’s wife. It is actually for dogs, but it makes hair so soft and
silky that it is better than most of the shampoos sold at the store. Now, if
the old woman starts barking . . .
Sterling brought a rocking horse when he came this time. His
youngest son painted on the eyes and its mane. It has leather ears and a cotton
rope tail. No saddle, of course, but otherwise it looks about as cute as a
rocking horse can get. Not sure Josiah will get a chance to play on it anytime
soon, but its here if he comes. It truly pleases me that Sterling and his
friend George enjoy making things like this. It gives them time to enjoy each
other as friends as well as feel as if they are giving others gifts that make them
happy. Have no idea how many little rocking chairs they have made and given
away, but every church family has at least one if they have children or grands.
The men at the lumber yard have also benefitted from G&S [George and
Sterling] wood works. They get benches, large rocking chairs, and flower things
that suit them. NONE of them get the special treatment of Sterling’s sister,
however. My rolling pantry is a work of art! It has three shelves that roll out
for all my canned goods. Talk about neat! Just blessed to have such a brother.
Let us remember to pray for the peace that comes with faith.
Let us also show appreciation for those who help to guide us in God’s way—pastors,
teachers, and others who serve. Pray for our military and those in our
community who serve us.
Rest well, my friends. You are loved.
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