Relaxing

Worked in the yard most of the day yesterday, today I'm feeling the pain (all over). Yard is looking good but my body aches, so I'm relaxing today.

Still Missing You

Whenever the sun is shining, whenever the flowers bloom, I still miss you.

Even when the birds are singing and I hear the children playing, I still miss you
Although it's been a year I always feel you here, I still miss you.

The memories linger near I'll always hold you dear, I still miss you.

And when I'm old and gray, my mind may fade away, I'll still miss you.

Love ya Dad !!!!

Tom

The End ???

The world is round and the place which may seem like the end may also be only the beginning.

Ivy Baker Priest, in Parade, 1958

I'm Tired

What a week this has been, is it Friday yet??? It seems like everything that could happen has happened. I feel like taking a week long nap to get way from it all. Well I'll stop whining for now take some Pepto and call it a night. Hope everyone else is having a better week than me.

Which Way Will You Choose - Randy Travis

As the world becomes entwined in the lies from Satan's mind. A leader will arise to take the reins. Saying love will bring us peace if you put your hope in me. Renounce the name of Jesus or be slain. Which way will you choose, which way will you choose. You got everything to gain you got everything to lose. As the masses take his mark believe the lie to chill their hearts. They'll know the time has come to seal their fate. Those who cling to the cross will refuse and pay the cost. As God redeems his own from the sea of hate. Which way will you choose... As the age draws to an end hope will tumble down again. The Lord will make them feel their sin and shame. You can make the choice right now trust in Christ our hope and crown. Or watch the world you love go up in flames. Which way will you choose...Which way will you choose...

My Little Girl

The last 2 weeks have been a roller coaster of emotions. A week ago last Friday our youngest daughter's boyfriend came outside while I was grilling steaks and I knew he wanted something. I could tell that he was real nervous and had something on his mind. After a few minutes of awkward conversation he blurted out the question---you know that question that you dread hearing. I have heard this question 2 other times but this time it was different. As the boy was talking all I could think about was little Merzy sitting at the dining room table saying "sugar me daddy" which was our special song when she was only 2 or 3. My how time flies by. Yesterday, he made it official and proposed! Although he is a great guy and I couldn't have hand-picked a better mate for Kimmy it is still hard knowing that our youngest has grown into a beautiful young lady and is about to leave the nest. So Adam, take care of my little girl, welcome to the family, we love you! As you start your new life together keep God first. Always remember Merzy -- Daddy loves you!!!

What is the meaning of Easter?

While the focus was once on Easter Sunday, now it is on the Easter Bunny. But Easter Sunday is much more than a day of colorful plastic eggs and chocolate bunnies; it is in fact a day that left the world forever changed.

It had been three days since Jesus had received the death penalty by popular vote. His friends and followers were devastated, as they had come to believe that He was not just an ordinary man, but the Son of God. He had performed miracles, healed every disease, and even brought a man back from the dead.

On that third day—the day we now celebrate as Easter Sunday—His friends went to His grave, but instead of finding His body, they found an open tomb with no body in it. In fact, what they saw was an angel who told them, “Don’t be afraid! I know you are looking for Jesus, who was crucified. He isn’t here! He has been raised from the dead, just as He said it would happen” (Matthew 28:5, 6).

Jesus rose from the dead on Easter Sunday; now He offers to you the gift of eternal life and forgiveness of sins. This is the true story of Easter, and this salvation is for you. Here are 4 principles that tell how you can receive the gift of God for your life.

1. God Loves You!

The Bible says, "God so loved the world that He gave His one and only Son, that whoever believes in Him shall not perish, but have eternal life"

The problem is that

2. All of us have done, said or thought things that are wrong. This is called sin, and our sins have separated us from God.

The Bible says “All have sinned and fall short of the glory of God.” God is perfect and holy, and our sins separate us from God forever. The Bible says “The wages of sin is death.”

The good news is that, about 2,000 years ago,

3. God sent His only Son Jesus Christ to die for our sins.

Jesus is the Son of God. He lived a sinless life and then died on the cross to pay the penalty for our sins. “God demonstrates His own love for us in that while we were yet sinners Christ died for us.”

Jesus rose from the dead and now He lives in heaven with God His Father. He offers us the gift of eternal life -- of living forever with Him in heaven if we accept Him as our Lord and Savior. Jesus said "I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except by Me."

God reaches out in love to you and wants you to be His child. "As many as received Him, to them He gave the right to become children of God, even to those who believe on His name." You can choose to ask Jesus Christ to forgive your sins and come in to your life as your Lord and Savior.

4. If you want to accept Christ, you can ask Him to be your Savior and Lord by praying a prayer like this:

"Lord Jesus, I believe you are the Son of God. Thank you for dying on the cross for my sins. Please forgive my sins and give me the gift of eternal life. I ask you in to my life and heart to be my Lord and Savior. I want to serve you always."

Did you pray this prayer?

What Happened To The Warmth ???

Yesterday the temp was 85, today 35 what in the world happened? I guess I shouldn't be surprised I've lived in Ohio forever. Oh well I'm sure it will warm up one of these days. until then I'll bundle up and try to stay warm.