Caucus Night

What a crazy night!

On our way to our caucus tonight, we saw a line of cars going down 42 and around the corner at the next block for the democratic caucus. When we got to the location for our caucus Chris had to drop me off and go park across the street. When we went in, there was a constant stream of people and we couldn't even get into the auditorium where the meetings were kicked off with some speeches by local representatives. When things did get started in the smaller room for our precinct, there were over 55 people in the room!

I did decide to become a delegate for our precinct. So, I guess I will be going to the next convention on March 8th. That is exciting. It is funny because my mother-in-law asked tonight if either of us were going to do that. "No," I said, "I think we're too busy to do that." Oh well.

In the book I'm reading, In His Steps, some of the people are embarking on entering their local politics because they believe that Jesus would stand up for some changes. I also feel that morality is vital to our countries survival. If I don't stand up for what I believe is right, then how will anything get better?

So, along with the biggest turn out for caucuses I've ever seen, we went too. And signed up to continue. May God bless the upcoming elections and this country.

Quick Check-in

So, Chris is standing at the piano figuring out how to play one of his old camp songs. You know how they are really repetative... You know how they can get really annoying when people sing them? Let me just say that it is a good thing I love my husband so much!

We had Christ Life tonight. It is always so cool to see what people learn about themselves, what God shows us, how we can help each other. I am truly privileged to facilitate CL.

It is late tonight and I don't have much to say, so Sweet Dreams!

Family Update

Well... Where should I start? CJ has been sick and will finally be returning to school after two weeks! He still has a nasty cough, but it is controllable with decongestant. He had a pretty tough go with the flu though.

Matrim went is for a CT Scan on Thursday. He has had headaches every day for years now. Chiropractor, massage therapy, pain killer... nothing has made a difference. So I'm really praying that God will show the doctors exactly how to help him find some relief from pain.

Rand is into full swing of musical practice. He is in the Wild Wild West Show, a spoof on Western Movies. It should be a lot of fun to see this March.

Chris is getting a little busier with work. He has settled into his little "Bat Cave Office" downstairs. I would go crazy if I spent all day in a little room like that with no windows, but he seems to like it.

I have been busy painting Rachel's room, putting a scrapbook together for our recent Associate Pastor, facilitating Christ Life, being Mommy to a sick little boy and all of the other day to day stuff. Its about time to start getting things pulled together for our Feb. Culver's Fundraiser. I am taking some time off of work which will make things a little easier over the next few weeks.

We are starting a new study at church called Naturally Supernatural. I am excited to see what it is going to be like. I really like our small group! It is great to have close friends who share our beliefs and values.

To finish up the family update I should include the animals, huh? Naboo and Amidala are both looking forward to spring. Naboo wants some serious walks and Ami just wants to be able to go outside without freezing. Ella is as quiet and illusive as ever. Geiko is healthy and growing and the fish are swimming in circles as much as always.

There ya go! Everything! Well... not quite.

Ironic

Because Chris and I watch our TV through the TiVo and skip most commercials, it is rare that I catch a good one. However, I thought this was interesting. Chris and I are sitting in bed watching TV trying to wind down and there is a commercial on that says, "Most great nights don't end with TV." (The commercial is for an upscale SUV and the kids are falling asleep in the back after star gazing with their Dad out in the middle of no where.) But, it's 11:30 at night... and we're watching TV. How do you think our night is going to end?

Recently...

I have been busy. Very busy.

My youngest son has been sick for over a week now. Uhg! Poor Little Guy.

One of the things that I'm working on is painting my good friend's daughter's room! They are in the process of moving and I get the privilege of creating a new place for Rachel. She asked for an underwater room with a squid! What fun! So far I have painted the room light blue. Tomorrow I am hoping to get the darker blue painted on the bottom of the wall and the orangey-yellow of the sand along the baseboard. Then, I'll tackle the animals! I am not above prayers for God's inspiration and skill for that!

Another activity that is taking some time is leading Christ Life at my church. I am facilitating one group alone and co-facilitating another. I am continually amazed by how great God is! He is faithful, when so often we are not. It is such a joy to be able to be present and a part of what God is doing in my groups' lives. If you don't know what Christ Life is, check it out at www.christlifesolution.org.

I must heed my body now and go fall asleep. Goodnight!

WWDJ Update

I found myself in a pickle today. I work at the airport and asked God for the opportunity to share Him with someone today while on my way in to work. And I believe I got that opportunity but failed in my goal. A woman came up to the table and we were chatting about the music. She had decided to wait and not purchase a CD today because she was having a hard time making a decision. She then shared with me that it was because she was here for a funeral. I wanted to ask her if I could pray for her, but I didn't. I wanted to say God bless you, but I didn't. I let my fear keep me from voicing my beliefs to her. What might God have done through me if I had asked. I have been praying for her periodically since then and believe that God can minister to her even when I don't follow through.

What held me back? I was concerned about sharing my beliefs while I was working. I doubt that Jesus would have been held back by that. Does anyone have words of wisdom about being at work and sharing Jesus?

Wouldn't it be nice to work at Northwestern Book Store!

Food Tracking

So, I've learned over and over that tracking the food that you eat is a great way to be healthy and attain your weight goals whether they be to loose, maintain or gain. I don't keep it up for long though. However they have been talking about this website on KTIS recently so I went and checked it out. Here it is: www.dailyplate.com . I thought it looked promising and wanted to share it with any of you who might be interested as well.