Presidental Candidate Quiz

If you are like me, you don't know much about politics. I see all of the news on the '08 election but I don't really pay attention to any of it. (I should, I know.) I found something that might help as I go about choosing a candidate; it's an online quiz that helps you find out where a candidate stands on the issues. Of course, it doesn't tell you WHO to vote for but after answering a series of questions, you are shown a list of the candidates and how well you "match" with them. I thought it was very interesting and a good start to your research if, like me, you have done no research at all. :)

You can take the quiz here.

A very blustery day!

As I'm sitting here this morning, the wind is whipping right and left outside. If there is one thing I have learned about Virginia, we are never without wind! It's either a gentle breeze or, like today, it's blustery! I just love living near the mountains! (And I thank the Lord He's given us a warm home!)

I've had a slow start today but I'm busy with laundry right now. Then it's on to catch up from yesterday with the sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, and bathroom cleaning. (One of these days, I'll be an organized keeper of my home...one of these days.)

I ordered Passionate Housewives: Desperate for God last week and have already read through it once. I am currently reading it again and will be posting a review soon.

That's about the excitement around here this morning!

"Return to me the joy of Thy salvation..."

I'm sitting here this morning sipping my hot chocolate and getting ready to begin my day. I should be pretty tired--I only had about 3 hours of sleep-- but I'm doing OK right now. The reason that I was up so late was that I was reading. Usually that is a bad habit of mine that results in little sleep and an unproductive day the next day. Last night was different, though. As I was finishing my book, God used it to speak directly to my heart. In the midst of our struggles over the past couple of years (job changes, bad job situations, infertility, lack of church fellowship), I had allowed my joy in the Lord to completely slip away. It was almost to the point of not being there at all. I had moments in which I was joyful but it wasn't that abiding joy that the Lord puts deep within us. Last night, God used an allergory of the book of Hosea to return the joy of His salvation. As I meditated on the love that the Lord has for us, I couldn't help but let the tears fall. He loves us with an everlasting love. He loves me with an everlasting love. How can I not be joyful? How can I not completely trust Him with my life, with my future, with my desires?

An update on my life

I finally have a chance to sit down and update you all on what has been going on with me. The biggest thing in our life right now is that Keith was offered a new job (Praise the Lord!) and we are now living in Virginia. The Lord has blessed us so much by moving us up here; not only do we have a beautiful home with a mountain (!) view from the backyard but Keith's new job is a "promotion" of sorts (but with a different company) and is much less stressful. Plus his commute is only 25 minutes one way! (That's much better than an hour!) My sweetie is now home every day by 5:30!!! It is wonderful.

We just moved up here the first week of October, so I am still unpacking boxes and organizing. These tasks do not come easy for me so I would appreciate your prayers that I am diligent to keep at them and not allow myself to become distracted by TV, the computer, or just plain laziness.

Something that is *very* exciting to me about living in Virginia is that this "Deep South Southern Belle" will experience snow for the very first time! Sure, I enjoyed the (very) occasional flurries while living most of my life in Georgia but this is my first time living in an area that gets snow every winter! I'm both excited and anxious! (And I need some winter clothes! LOL)

We are still praying that the Lord will open my womb. At this time, we are not pursuing fertility treatments. Keith believes that the Lord will cause us to conceive "naturally" so that is why we are waiting for now. This is HARD for me. I don't mind not pursuing treatments--I was never gung ho on that in the first place--but waiting on the Lord is something that I have never really learned to do. I realize that I cannot make this happen on my own but waiting quietly for Him to work? Not me; unfortunately, my controlling personality wants to rant and rave at Him for not giving me what I want. This is truly the ultimate test. I'm trying to praise Him, despite not receiving a baby yet.

I need to get going. Keith is working hard, trying to organize the garage so that we can park our cars inside. After all, cold weather is coming! I have laundry--and a host of other things--calling my name! Have a great Saturday and a restful Lord's Day!

P.S. Another prayer request: We are visiting churches. Please pray that we will be discerning and seek the Lord's guidance in finding the one for us.

I'm back!!!

I doubt anyone even checks this blog anymore but just wanted to let everyone know that I am back. I don't have much time to post now but just wanted to stop in and say hello. Another post to follow later! :)

Busy Day!

This day has been full! I've had laundry and cleaning to do, plus we are participating in our neighborhood garage sale on the 28th, which means a lot of decluttering! The medicine I'm on either leaves me with a headache or the "blahs", so getting things done has been a challenge. Not to mention, I've been very clumsy today! I don't know why; sometimes I just have days like that. I hit my funny bone on the wall while putting laundry away. Ouch! It's still sore!

In the midst of all of this, my heart has been so saddened by all that is going on at Virginia Tech. Keith is a VT alumni and we spent yesterday in shock over this tragedy. I can't imagine the pain and despair these parents and other family members are feeling. I do pray that the Lord will comfort them in His own special way.

Well, break time is over! The floors need sweeping...

If I'm MIA for a few days, don't be surprised. I really want to get as much in this garage sale as possible to bring in some extra (but much needed!) money, so that will require less computer time. :)

Some Silly, Random Things About Me

Per Mrs. B's request in her post, here's my list. It's not much, but I'm short on time. I'll add more as they come to mind.

*I have to have Chapstick on my lips before bed. Otherwise, I can't sleep and have to get up and put some on.

*If I don't write something down on a list to be done, it doesn't get done. I hardly ever remember something to do unless it's written down.

*I love raw cookie dough or cake batter. (I know...raw eggs and all of that! But I still love it!)

*I talk to my mom at least once a day on the phone.

*I talk to Keith at least 3 times a day while he's at work.

*I don't like "squishy" foods because of the way they feel in my mouth when I'm chewing. Especially mushrooms or cucumbers.

That's all I can think of for now! This was fun!