Hi

I have not been writing that much here mostly because there's not much to write about but also because I have been on FaceBook a bit, so feel free to send me a friend invite if you are on there too. I also have been on SmartGirl POlitics a bit. It's a forum like facebook. Hope you are all well. We are having anice weekend so far. Sarah washed the minivan for me!Yes!
The boys are off playing(or hanging out) they are teenagers now, I guess they don't really play anymore. Rick spent the morning at a wildlife reserve shooting pictures with a group from church. My mom came over today and we had a nice visit.
See, I told you there was not much to write about. Hope you enjoyed the video.
Love,
Joann

What a chilly day

Wow, it was cold here this morning. Nothing compared to up north, but it was pretty brisk. I wish I had just one more sweater, this ol brown one is getting a lot of use this year.
We had a terrific weekend. Friends from the Orlando area came, some that we haven't seen for about 19 or 20 yrs( is that possible), a couple we had not met before :).
My friend , Penelope ha a birthday so we threw a little party for her. How fun it was to see everyone and their little kids. Very sweet. Rick's home now, got to go serve dinner. I will add to this post later-Gator.

a poem

WHEN I SAY, "I AM A CHRISTIAN"
When I say, "I am a Christian," I'm not shouting, "I've been saved!"
I'm whispering, "I get lost! That's why I chose this way"

When I say, "I am a Christian," I don't speak with human pride
I'm confessing that I stumble-needing God to be my guide

When I say, "I am a Christian," I'm not trying to be strong
I'm professing that I'm weak and pray for strength to carry on

When I say, "I am a Christian," I'm not bragging of success
I'm admitting that I've failed and cannot ever pay the debt

When I say, "I am a Christian," I don't think I know it all
I submit to my confusion asking humbly to be taught

When I say, "I am a Christian," I'm not claiming to be perfect
My flaws are far too visible but God believes I'm worth it

When I say, "I am a Christian," I still feel the sting of pain
I have my share of heartache which is why I seek His name

When I say, "I am a Christian," I do not wish to judge
I have no authority--I only know I'm loved


Copyright 1988 Carol Wimmer

Hi

Man , Is this blog boring or what?
I guess that is good that there is no new drama in my life.
I am thinking about planning a Spring Break trip to DC?
Is that too educational?
I don't care. I loved my trip to DC with my Mom and Dad when I was a kid. I went with my sister Gayle and Rance , they were sort of mean to me if I remember correctly, but have since made up for it. We went in our Chevy DynaVan in the 70's I think, around Easter , on the way to FL. It was cool, going to the Smithsonian and the Lincoln Memorial. I wish I had a clue about what my parents were exposing me to, but I still remember it fondly.
I will have to keep that in mind when my own kids complain about museums. They will remember it.
Boy did they gripe in New York last year, while going through the MET. Anyway, if anyone has any inside info or good trip tips, please let me know.
A very quiet weekend here.
Rick took Sarah to See Coraline. I wouldn't go, it looked too creepy, and Sarah wouldn't let it go , so Rick took her. Neither of them seemed very impressed when they got home.
Charlie and Sarah were both sick last week. There is a couple of nasty bugs going around.
Jimmy likes to brag that he has a superior immune system, therefore he never gets sick, but he never misses school, so he tries to hug and drink out of Sarah's cups when I am not looking.
My Mom came over this weekend and we watched MaMaMia. It was pretty cute.
Can I just say, I have the coolest Mom. She is the strongest
most resilient gal I have ever known. Love her!
Well, I told you this was a boring blog.
Talk to you l8r.
Joann