Home on the Erie Canal: April 2014

Wednesday, April 30, 2014

30 Days of Love: Day 30

(It wouldn't do if the last day of a series was late, now would it? ;)

Proverbs 24:26

Whoever gives an honest answer
kisses the lips.

Tell the honestly how much you love them! And if they are related, give them a great big hug and kiss! ;~)

Feet.

Those icky yucky things we often forget about.

To be honest.

My feet are hideous.

I always have some sort of blister, sore, toenails with issues or scars.

Honestly, I sometimes want to complain about them.

They just aren't cute.

A couple of my toes have a weird "bump".

Sometimes that's a hindrance.

But when ever I'm tempted to complain and feel sorry for myself, I remember this verse.

Romans 10:15
And how are they to preach unless they are sent? As it is written, “How beautiful are the feet of those who preach the good news!”

When I remember this, I remember that beauty is only skin deep.

My feet are beautiful.

Not on the outside, but on the inside.

I use my feet to serve others.

I use them to work with kids.

I use them to dance for others to cheer up their day.

I use them to help my great grandma.

I use them to run errands.

I use them for everything.

God gave me these feet to spread His love.

And when I remember this.......I don't feel so bad about them.

Thank you God for my beautiful feet!

Tuesday, April 29, 2014

Throwback Tuesday: Betty Crocker

Betty Crocker has had many faces over the years.

I think I fit right in. I create recipes, I love to cook, and I look like her ;~D

30 Days of Love: Day 29

1 John 4:19

We love because he first loved us.

Remind them today that God's love is the greatest love in the world. His love is greater than any earthly love!

A Hike at Sapsucker Woods!

With the forecast of rain all week, we decided to go for a hike at Sapsucker Woods.

T-Tot was ready to go!

Best buddies ;~)

Sapsucker Woods Pond

Canada geese

An interesting plant :)

Pointing out things that caught their eyes

Looking below the boardwalk

A little stream

The rare popcorn tree! ;~D

Possibly leeks

Homemade binoculars

Heehee! T-Bug gets a ride!

Fungus

Who wants to go to Middle Earth with me?

A hawk

A robin

The pond from the other side

A deer

T-Bug shall conquer the world!

Reflections in the pond!

It was a very enjoyable hike! We enjoyed ourselves immensely!

A drive through the countryside!

Psalm 19:1

The heavens declare the glory of God,
and the sky above proclaims his handiwork.

Liebster Award!

Jana, from Jana's Faith awarded me the Liebster Award! Thank you very very much!

here's how this award works:

+ thank the amazing blogger that nominated you

+ answer the 11 questions the nominator provided

+ nominate a few other bloggers who have less than 200 followers

+ post 11 different questions for your nominees to answer

+ contact your nominees to let them know that you've nominated them

1. perfect day?

When you can spend the entire day outside with friends and family.

2. favorite drink?

Hmmmmm probably good ole fashioned H2O ;~)

3. best song?

Right now Praying for You by Mandisa

4. favorite blog?

A Holy Experience

5. favoritest superhero & why?

I don't have one.................................. :(

6. earliest memory?

My 2nd birthday!

7. weirdest thing you've ever done?

Um.........hmmm............like everything? lol I've done so many weird things!

8. biggest fear?

Heights............ *shudder*

9. signature lotion/scent?

Anything with pomegranate

10. best DQ blizzard?

I've never been to Dairy Queen :(

11. best band in the world?

Oh boy. Um.....I have no clue........ I don't think I have one.....

I nominate:

Neona at theadventuresofagirlandhermonkey.blogspot.com

Ryan at asailorstale.blogspot.com

Sarah at enjoyinglovely.blogspot.com

Hanson at atypicalamericankid.blogspot.com

Noah at crazyinternetadventures.blogspot.com
Breanna at jdbrea.wordpress.com
Kelley at goldgodsgirls.blogspot.com

Penny Pincher at thedebt-terminationblog.blogspot.com

11 Questions for you!

What is your favorite kind of pencil?
How long have you blogged?
Do you like pickles?
Have you ever played on a wooden playground?
What is your favorite flower?
Do you like to bike?
How would you describe yourself in an 11 word sentence?
What is the longest book you read?
Do you know any other languages other than English?
What was the most hideous outfit combination you wore as a child?
Are you afraid of heights?

Thank you Jana! And congratulations to everyone I nominated!

Monday, April 28, 2014

30 Days of Love: Day 28

Proverbs 27:17

Iron sharpens iron,
and one man sharpens another.

Encourage, compliment, and remind them that God has a special purpose for them.

Sunday, April 27, 2014

30 Days of Love: Day 27

1 John 4:11

Beloved, if God so loved us, we also ought to love one another.

Show love to them, by spending time with them. Can be simple as watching a movie, or just hanging out together. They will feel important, special, and loved, when they see how much you love them.

Saturday, April 26, 2014

30 Days of Love: Day 26

1 Corinthians 10:24

No one should seek his own good, but the good of the other person.

Don't seek what you think is best for you (or them for that matter) but what God thinks is best for you (and them). Trust him to show you what's right.