For His Service

High Maintenance?  Maybe... but I think everyone would say that they need to know someone cares when we are going through a hard time or just a plain scary time.  In this video clip, a husky is nervous  about a car ride.... perhaps it is the driver..LOL.. or just being in any car..  Either way, the dog is only calmed when she holds "hands" with her owner.  So, who do you have in your life that you can reach out to... send a note..an email... a phone call... or even just reach over and give them the old "hand squeeze".  (You will only get that if you are a church-goer.. LOL)... Let people know you care.   ..one of the greatest callings. John 13:34 A new commandment I give you, that you love one another: just as I have loved you, you are to love one another. John 13:35 By this all people will know that you are my disciples, if you have love for one another. John 15:12 This is my commandment, that you love one another as I h...

http://dailynewsatsavethehorses.blogspot.com/2012/04/changing-things-for-trudy.html My friend, Cheryl, is the director of a horse rescue, where we all help. Tomorrow, Trudy is going into her new pasture. (You can read about Trudy... here... http://dailynewsatsavethehorses.blogspot.com/2012/03/this-is-trudy.html .     She is well enough to leave the barn and go back into the grassy field.  If you want to come see her and celebrate, come to the rescue.  Tomorrow morning  (Saturday) ... around 11:30..  The address is 1786 Newt Green Road   Cumming, GA 30028.  I hope to see you there.  Friday, April 27, 2012 Changing Things For Trudy Roger c omforting Trudy after recent surgery Though we are not a sanctuary, sometimes horses need to stay forever. If does take up space for another horse to come in, b...

Baby Robin  I watched as the mama albino Robin went and fed one of her babies that fledged.   She scurried to the branch...and there he was... tiny puff ball.   I am not certain if he will keep the white that his mother has.  But, didn't she do a good job. There were four furry balls in the nest yesterday... I am certain they are all in the trees today.  I am thankful to see this one.  She waits on my neighbor's roof to go see her baby in the tree..... The daddy was feeding the baby as well. My garden is starting to bloom.  I even harvested by first bit of food, a mild pepper.   Only if it was big enough for a horse.....

Going through an especially trying time?   Are you about ready to pull your hair out..or someone else’s hair out?   LOL... What do we do?   Give thanks…   I know, I know..what are you talking about, Rachel?     Consider this verse.. Look carefully then how you walk, not as unwise but as wise, making the best use of the time, because the days are evil. Therefore do not be foolish, but understand what the will of the Lord is. And do not get drunk with wine, for that is debauchery, but be filled with the Spirit, addressing one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing and making melody to the Lord with your heart, giving thanks always and for everything to God the Father in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, submitting to one another out of reverence for Christ. —Ephesians 5:15-21 “Giving thanks always and for everything” is pretty clear. What should we be thankful for? Everything. Even the situations that may be stirring my...

Regular season record: 10-6 NL East standing: 2 Win percentage: .625   It didn't start pretty.  The Braves lost their first four games...but they went on to play very well after than.  They are currently 10 wins for 6 loses.   ..playing better than 500. Chipper Jones, the Braves' third baseman,  has announced that he will be retiring at the end of this season.  He has been with the Braves for his entire professional baseball career...beginning in 1993.  That is 19 consecutive seasons.   He has a bum knee but still manages to play more than he doesn't!  Enjoy this last season watching Chipper.  Hopefully this will continue to be an up-year for the Braves, despite the naysayers before the season even began! Go, BRAVES!  

God reaffirms over and over to my heart...MY heart...that the media's relentless proclamation of bad news isn't good for ME.   I know that I don't need to check Fox News morning, lunch, and evening to know the latest... but I need to go to the Good News of the gospel so I will steadfastly think about what He would have me think about...be ready for what He knows is coming...and be prepared for the good ...and the not so good.   Going to Fox News, CNN, AJC,...etc.. just leaves me depressed, saddened, and fearful I haven't ever seen a verse that says don't watch the news, but these verses speak to me.  Romans 16:19  I want you to be wise about what is good, and innocent about what is evil. Philippians 4:8 Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable--if anything is excellent or praiseworthy--think about such things. When I have gone..offline... what ...

Pâté ( French pronunciation: [pɑte] ; UK: /ˈpæteɪ/ , US: /pɑˈteɪ/ ) is a mixture of cooked ground meat and fat minced into a spreadable paste. Trust has always been an issue for me.  ...  My distrust of God's plan and love for me used to be strong.  I am so much better about knowing God's word and knowing His character that when daily life isn't so daily... or just isn't easy... I am usually..  able to quickly state the truth (He is slow to anger/ abounding in love)..and go on with life.  This week..it has been much more difficult.  I discovered John-Michael has two fibromas on his arm and two pecan sized fibromas by or on his spine.  The pea-sized ones on his back are now gumball sized.  John-Michael is growing...and with his body makes growth hormone...this happens.   His next Mri isn't until June.  I refuse to loose my joy and waste my time worrying.  It isn't good for John-Michael, me, or anyone else in my family. ...

Jojo on the left... is showing love to Buddy...  This is about the sweetest thing!  We could take a lesson from them.... persistant... kind.... cuddle... Marriage Therapy lesson for the day ...lol A little love and a little grace goes a long way...

 When we married 22 years ago, and had our first child over 13 years ago, we had to figure out how we wanted to celebrate holidays.  We decided that we wanted to make our own traditions...new traditions.    One of them... Scavenger hunt for their Easter Baskets.  They had to find a clue...that led to another clue... that led to another clue... that  led to another clue...and so on..  The final clue led to their Easter Baskets.   Madeline received a Chocolate bunny, a Black Beauty Horse Book, a stuffed animal, a journal,  stickers... ..   Noah received a Chocolate bunny,  $15 of Itunes music,  Pez candy, a box of Chocolates, spicy snacks...    John-Michael received a Chocolate bunny, a stuffed animal, Might Beans,  and a puzzle...  I think they enjoy the hunt as much as they enjoy the goodies.   The Joy that Easter brings... The Joy that we know our savior lives...

We just got back from UGA's Annual Vet Department open house. There was so much to see.  Horses, Zebras, Llamas, dogs, K9 units, ....   I think their favorite part was when the little ones were able to take their stuffed animals in for surgery... to repair rips and get stitches...   Once student drew the bones of a horse onto this horses fur...    They thought it was especially cool to see a man show the hawks and falcons and talk about hunting with birds (falconry) ..    There was a farrier working on  horse's feet.   There were dogs trained in duck herding and sheep herding... both were demonstrated.  There were also K9 units with police officers that talked about their work and the relationship they have with their dogs...  It is a really nice thing that UGA do for the future veterinarians of America.

It is spring break..  we have enjoyed swimming in our neighborhood's heated pool, hanging out with the horses,  visiting with friends.... and NOT doing school work.  With spring break... our minds are starting to drift to summer thoughts. One of the many things I love about living in Metro Atlanta are the free or almost free things to do in the Metro Atlanta area during the spring and summer....   Many of the movie theaters show free movies and have  $1 boxes of popcorn.  Many of the surrounding cities have free summer concerts.   Some of these events are starting to be posted.  Here are a few I have found. so far... I am sure this list will grow and grow...... Fine Arts Centers & Galleries Arts Clayton Gallery - Displays original art by Georgia artists and four murals depicting life in Jonesboro adorn the side of the building. Open Tues - Fri 9am to 5pm, Sat 10am - 4pm. Free admission to gallery. Phone ...