PRAYERS NEEDED - UPDATE

I am asking for prayers for my sister Darcy. Some of you know that we are attending the wedding for my great niece Amanda and are flying to Georgia on Friday. My sister, the grandmother of the bride, who lives in Florida, ended up in the hospital yesterday with appendicitis. She is having surgery today. My prayer is that they are able to do an laparoscopic procedure which is a quicker recovery in hopes that she can attend the wedding. Thank you so much for your prayers.

Love,

Debby

UPDATE: Darcy is doing well. Had laparoscopy surgery for her appendix which is a small incision. The doctor said that she can attend the wedding. They are driving and he said that they need to stop often so she can walk around so she doesn't get a blood clot. Thank you for all your prayers. 

UPDATE

Hi Everyone,

I just thought I would give you an update with what is going on right now in my life. As you know we planned on leaving for Montana on Monday morning. 

Found out yesterday that Dylan has covid. We still plan on hopefully going but don't have an exact date yet. We are both free the following week also but we will miss the rodeo and Dylan won't have time off of work. Obviously he has to test negative and praying that Amber doesn't get it too!

Also, Mark had his car in for service about 10 days ago for his 100,000 mile check-up. It all went well until yesterday when we were going to Adam's house. We stopped to get gas and then we picked up James at daycare. Got back in the car and the emission light came on and also super handling all wheel drive. Why? 

So the car is at the dealer right now and hopefully they will figure out what is going on. Also, Mark did check that the cap was tight on the gas tank because that can cause the light to come on. 

So your prayers would be welcomed. 

Here's a photo of James from last night. We had fun with him and a great dinner with Adam and Gabby. That's his new pool toy. 

Something else that happened which was really cute. Adam and Gabby had brought home some of the cookies and chocolates that were given to them at The French Laundry. 

Gabby asked James to try one of the chocolates and he took a bite and said "This is the best chocolate I have ever tasted!"

WHERE OH WHERE HAS DEBBY BEEN

I might have mentioned that I am going on what I call a "Bucket List" trip. I know that some of you know about it but I haven't mentioned where on my blog yet but you will know on Monday! 

The reason I am here today is that I am asking for some prayers. My body and lungs still are not cooperating like they should ever since my airport experience coming home from Florida. Just running out and doing some errands has been a challenge. 

This trip is going to require a lot of walking, mainly flat which is perfect, but I need some strength and energy to get through each day. I still haven't posted photo from my Florida trip although I have worked on a post or two. 

So today I am here asking for your prayers for my body. May my aches and pains be little and may my lungs breathe freely with little effort. Also prayers for safe travels are always welcomed. Thanking you in advance for your prayers. 

((HUGS))

WITH A HEAVY HEART

My heart is heavy, my prayers are constant and my tears are never ending. I pray for comfort and strength for the families affected by this tragic shooting at Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown, CT.  I pray for those who have passed away and I am so sorry they had to suffer during this tragedy. I pray that God is holding them close.

 

There is never a good time to lose a loved one, especially a child, but around Christmas it seems extra heartbreaking to me. I think of their precious little hearts all filled with joy ready to celebrate Christmas or Hanukkah. Trees are decorated, presents are under the tree, candles have been lite and days have been celebrated. Now what.... parents must walk into their home and experience a pain that no one ever wants to feel.

I found it hard to read posts yesterday after hearing about this horrific tragedy. Eventually I turned off my TV, put on some music and did some busy work around the house. I will be taking a few days off from reading general posts as my heart heals and tries to make peace inside. My heart is with all the parents, step-parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, brother, sisters and friends of these families. No parent should ever have to bury a child and this includes the adults who were also murdered, they are the child of a parent also. ((HUGS))

Please keep these families, along with the town and children who attended this school in your prayers. Pray for their healing during this process and journey of grief.
 

John 14:27

²⁷ Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid. (NIV)

Love,
Debby 

Philippians 4:6-7:

Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus (NIV).

I'M A MOTHER ~ WORRY IS MY MIDDLE NAME

If you could keep our son and daughter in your prayers today I would appreciate it. My husband and I have been on vacation since last Sunday. Today our children will be driving up to meet us and it's always a big day of worries for me. Pray for their safety on the road most of all and then a small prayer for me to have peace of mind. Our daughter will be driving for at least an hour into Los Angeles to pick her brother up and then it's a six hour drive with a large portion of the trip on a two lane road with passing.

We will all be driving home on Sunday and prayers for our safety home would be appreciated. Thank you for your support.

If you want some information on what to do in the summer at Mammoth Lakes, CA here is a link. Mammoth Lakes is known for the Winter skiing but the summer has hidden treasures that are covered with snow all winter long.

This is where we stay each year. ~Wood's Lodge~

P.S. Skye along with our grand dog Charlie are at home with our son-in-law which means allot to me. It's also a nice feeling going on vacation and knowing that your house isn't sitting there empty all week long.

HEART INTERRUPTED

I haven't talked about this much, mainly because I feel it each day and it brings me down. I guess you could say I am a little broken hearted over it. Our Skye is a loner. She is not a cuddle up in your lap dog. I am going to say "not yet" because I am hopeful. She is a very headstrong fearless dog who loves to explore the world, or her world in the backyard. On the rare occasion she will lay by me on the sofa in my office. A very rare occasion! I can get kisses anytime I want but lay in my lap and let me pet her just isn't going to happen. Some days it eats at me and I actually cry.

Skye is actually the first dog that we bought just for us. Our other wonderful dogs were raised with kids in the house. She is my dog, mine to love in our empty nest. (well it was empty, remember) Now she does visit me in my office, brings a toy to me so we can play catch or stops in to chew on a bone while I'm watching TV. The other day she laid by my feet while I was sitting at the computer, this was rare and meant the world to me. The one time when she does curl up is next to my husband for the night. I move around too much for her taste!

Do you remember when I was all concerned about my daughter moving in because Skye loves her so much? She hangs with them often but mainly because of Charlie and when they have food. Funny but when they are out Charlie hangs with me and Skye will be off in another room sleeping. I love Charlie but I desire my Skye. I do leave her alone and I'm not going to force her to hang with me. She is still young so I am hopeful. She doesn't really hang with anyone in the house, but she is full of love and entertains herself with her toys. She has the greatest imagination for playing. She is my joy even if it's from afar.

Most days when I am in my office and my husband is watching TV in the family room she will be off laying in the dining room. Most mornings after my husband leaves for work she will curl up in her bed in the family room and nap for a few hours. That's when I think to myself "why doesn't she want to curl up with me in bed or on the sofa?" So I am asking for little prayers, little prayers asking God to change my little girl into a lap dog who wants to be Velcroed to me! She is 19 months old today. She actually curled up again by my feet, the second time in one week. : ) my face!

P.S. I know that this is nothing in comparison to the horrific things that are happening in the world around me and to the people that I follow with all my heart. Please know that I just wanted to share this with you and let you know something that is on my heart. I know that I shouldn't sweat the small stuff, which this is, and I am thankful for all the wonderful things that God has given to me.

TODAY IS:

Today is National Nurses Day

We Can't Survive Without You

Today is National Day of Prayer
We Can't Survive Without Him

PRAYING AT MY COMPUTER

Yes, I do look like this when I am sitting at my desk reading blogs. I was thinking about all the blogs I read and how often they have a prayer request on them. I just want you to know that I stop typing, put my hands together and say the prayer. So often I find myself typing my comment and saying that I am praying for you, with you, etc, and I was wondering if people actually just say that or actually do just that. I just wanted you to know that when you ask me for prayer I send those prayers right up to Heaven for you. FYI