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Thursday, January 04, 2007

Thursday Thirteen -Me in 2006

Thursday Thirteen #14
Me, stages of becoming in 2006

1. The very tail- end of this year began our biggest heartbreak, losing my father-in-law. We don't know how to do this.

2. This was the year that our heart friends suddenly moved away. We knew they were here temporarily-they came so the husband could attend Bible College, but then they stayed longer, and somehow we tricked ourselves into thinking they would always be with us. Our two families were such a perfect fit, they were truly kindred spirits and we miss them so much.

3. This was the year I began blogging. I had forgotten how much I love to write, and the blogging friends I have made have enriched my life. This busy homeschool mom of 4 needed a creative outlet, and I think I have found it.

4. I finally lost that baby weight- that I had lost after having my baby, and then gained back. I feel so much better!

5. I traveled to Ireland!! This was our first visit to anywhere in Europe. It was a wonderful experience, and we really want to go back.

6. We finally purchased a digital camera...scrapbooker that I am, you would think we would have gotten one years ago. Welcome to the 21st century!

7. We began hosting the full-time training brothers (bible college students) over for dinner on Sunday nights, what a blessing for us, and maybe something God is calling us to do.

8. Another year homeschooling. Yeah, I'm still here!!

9. I took guitar lessons for a few weeks over the summer, something I want to continue.

10. Severe exposure of my soul-ish-ness. (over and over again like a broken record) Realizing how much of me needs to die to self, so I can live Christ.

11. Some very sweet times spiritually, growing into God's fullness. More peace with where God wants me, what God wants of me, and where He has placed me. This did not come easily, and took most of the year..

12. Survived two big home-improvement projects completed by darling husband. A major block and wood sculptured fence and a new front porch.

13. Stopped suffering so I could finally write that opera... (Singing in the rain quote)

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(graphic courtesy of Cindi @ whispering in the wings)

posted at 7:43 PM
13 comments

13 Comments:

At 1:30 AM, Anonymous said...: What a great list for this time of year! It seems we have shared some things in common this year, but not everything. I would have liked to have gone to Ireland, for one. And my "baby" is eleven, this extra weight can't be blamed on her anymore. This has been a year with a great sense of loss to it, for me, though. I understand what you mean when you say "We don't know how to do this.". I was very close to my father-in-law when he passed two and a half years ago. Now I am having to watch my mother go and, perhaps, even my father. Nobody knows how to do this. If you know Jesus, though, he will hold you up.

Thanks for visiting my TT. As far as that effect with the photos, most photo editing programs have some sort of option for doing this. They are considered frames in most programs. If you let me know what kind of photo editing programs you have, I can probably help you. Usually, some photo editing program will come with the software for digital cameras. Since you got a new one this year, you probably have something downloaded or you have the CD around somewhere and can download the program. Let me know. God bless you and yours!
At 1:34 AM, Anonymous said...: Sounds like 2006 was a learning year for you. may you be blessed in 2007. Thanks for posting
At 2:10 AM, Anonymous said...: I feel the same way about #3 and #4 I still haven't lost mine, but I feel good too!
Congrats on #6! I love digital scrapbooking, the supplies are cheaper, and I don't have to worry about the 'lil ones getting into them.
Sounds like you had some wonderful experiences in 2006. I'm sorry to hear of the loss of your FIL. I agree with FireFly if you know Jesus, he will hold you up!
God Bless, and Wishing you the Best in 2007!
At 5:45 AM, tiggerprr said...: Sounds like you've had a very full year! I'm sorry to hear of your FIL, and hope that you find strength to handle it. I know you will. :)
At 7:45 AM, Anonymous said...: You sure had a lot going on last year! Yaaa for losing that weight you wanted to lose!

We're praying for and your family during this hard time, Jenny!
At 8:43 AM, Anonymous said...: wow, this is a beautiful list. i'm so sorry to hear about your father-in-law, and the suffering you and your family must be enduring. i will send you lots and lots of prayers. many of your items here are very inspiring to me, and i'm so glad you came by my site so that i could come find you. i hope you find time to visit again sometime!
At 9:15 AM, Anonymous said...: Wow, I can tell you experienced every range of emotions in 2006. Your year was so full! God is so, so good, and I'm praying you'll sense an extra measure of His peace during this time of loss.
At 9:43 AM, Hen Jen said...: Lara,

I am so glad you stopped by! I love your name, that was what we were going to name my oldest daughter. We went with Larissa-so she would have a choice between that and Lara for short, but I truly love just the Lara. You have a song called "Lara's theme" did you know?
-thank you for your prayers, I really do appreciate them.
Blessings,
Jenny
At 9:45 AM, Hen Jen said...: Everyone, thanks for visiting and the nice comments. And thank you for the prayers! 2006 was really a nice year for our family, it is just overshadowed right now by what we are going thru right now.

I so appreciate your comments!
blessings, and happy 2007!
Jenny
At 10:07 AM, Raggedy said...: I am sorry for your your loss. I have a memory posted because I just lost someone on Dec 20th. It is hard.
I would love to go to Ireland!
Great list!
Thank you for sharing.

My TT is posted
Have a wonderful day!
At 3:39 PM, Anonymous said...: Great list, seems like you had a really busy year!!

Thanks for stopping by my list, am only just getting chance to visit everyone!!

Happy (late) TT!
At 11:12 PM, Anonymous said...: i'm sorry to hear about your loss..my condolence..

Rachelle
http://zyphe.blogspot.com
At 2:46 PM, Joy Renee said...: what an eventful year! and lived with such grace and joy overall. (i've peeked at previous posts to get that sense) I hope that habitual response to life's events will carry you thru your recent losses. i started from a deficit of such helpful attitudes when i lost my father 15 months ago and i still 'don't know how to do it' as you say. 'one day at a time' sounds cliche but it seems the only way. gradually, gratitude for all he was and gave began to dilute the grief.

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