8501. Mind blown at tacky Christmas lights.
8502. Time laughing with CA peeps.
8503. Sleeping in.
8504. Legal stuff finished and provided.
8505. SS class to love on us.
8506. Caleb officially my buddy from "Where's Tommy?"
8507. Ellie snuggles.
8508. Not wrecking.
8509. Seeing the Christmas lit cement truck.
8510. Kind words from the Kottas duo.
8511. Working on stories.
8512. Skyping with the niecphews.
8513. A full moon, another cycle gone.
8514. Sleeping better.
8515. Laughter at Leslie in the session.
8516. Planning lunch going well.
8517. Language learning fun.
8518. Many to do items marked off list.
8519. Fun girls' night at hibachi place.
8520. Getting to chat with Elizabeth and her funny antics.
8521. And her powerful prayer and the prayers of others.
8522. Lindsey's gift.
8523. Being woken early and using the time to pray long.
8524. Conversing more easily and learning eventually to be
inviting.
8525. Mills family joining in the land that I love.
8526. The good decision to stay in tonight.
8527. Surprised by twilight colors and remaining light.
8528. The entire Kaupas family.
8529. Remembering eventually to turn off sound and lights.
8530. Mostly packed and room back in place.
8531. Laughing with Leslie, Lindsey, and Sarah.
8532. Lindsey break dancing.
8533. Hearing everyone's words in the wrap up session.
8534. Brian S's reminder of the day we will be reunited,
worshiping at the throne.
8535. Thankful for knowing Jesus is enough and He is better than
a house full of friends on my lonely days.
8536. Gorgeous sunset.
8537. Last morning all packed, ready to go.
8538. A gifted Bible in my new language.
8539. Kind words, sweet goodbyes.
8540. DP's words that our time is serious yet we can still have fun.
8541. Also this moment is one of the most celebratory moments.
8542. Then the crazy cheering and humbled that I get to go. Only
step now is getting on a plane.
8543. Driving into the gorgeous sunset.
8544. Crossing back into Rocky Top country.
8545. Seeing Lorie again, the way there and the way back.
8546. A quiet drive to process.
8547. Finding sushi at Earth Fare.
8548. Wondering where people are coming from/headed to on the
interstate in East Tennessee and seeing Sequatchie Co. tag.
8549. Getting to Pikeville at the perfect time to sit with my sis and
dad while they ate.
8550. Getting to ride with my dad the rest of the way home.
8551. Finally home.
8552. The best potato soup for dinner.
8553. Hugs from the crazy niecphews.
8554. Teaching Zeke to say "Cotton headed ninny muggins."
8555. Sticky finger residue on my iPad but grateful for the little
kids who sat in my lap to use it.
8556. The super sweet note and gift from the 6th grader.
8557. My new coat is perfect.
8558. Family pictures.
8559. And family Elf watching.
8560. Some introvert time.
8561. Such friendliness at Bangham.
8562. Flipp'n Burgers with family and friends.
8563. Discovering weekly karaoke at the mall.
8564. Mary's awesome rendition of Love Shack.
8565. Pap-pa's enjoyment.
8566. Meeting Suzanne finally and her thoughtful gift of chai tea.
8567. The right size pants easily accessible.
8568. Surprising the Cooks and Brooke's squeezes.
8569. Love taps with balloons on sticks by the Cook kids.
8570. Soul filling friendships.
8571. Taiko by and with Christina. Best sushi in the world.
8572. Seeing Audrey and Matt for a few.
8573. No shower Monday.
8574. Relaxing in the Word first thing.
8575. Lunch with Crystal.
8576. Potato soup again.
8577. Grace for breaking the shelf and breakables.
8578. Catch phrase and abundant laughter from all parties
involved.
8579. Mum clucking like a chicken and dad's head back cackling.
8580. Discovering the wonder of Pottermore.
8581. Eye doctor staff helping make sure I get contacts before my
departure.
8582. Visit billed to insurance.
8583. Work lunch with dad.
8584. Visiting Zekey buddy.
8585. Him asking before he knew I was coming when I'd come
over.
8586. Him serenading me with 'Away in a Manger' while sitting on
the toilet, legs dangling off.
8587. Present for Kyla's band performance.
8588. How beautiful and grown up she is and her doing a great job
on the bells.
8589. Aly sitting in my lap most of the evening.
8590. Telling each other we love the other in funny groveling
voices.
8591. Out and about in the town with my dad.
8592. Lonnie's kind concern for me.
8593. Christmas cards from friends.
8594. Shane and Shane's post, "Thanks be to God for His
indescribable gift" and reminding me of Lindsey.
8595. Seeing Lori C. at Wellspring.
8596. A final adjustment, sweet friendship formed there.
8597. Meeting Rachel and discussing our passion.
8598. A great sending fellowship.
8599. Lunch provided.
8600. Randomly seeing Michael Street, both of us randomly in
town.
Wednesday, December 24, 2014
Sunday, December 14, 2014
Gifts 8401-8500
8401. Restful afternoon.
8402. A new iPad mini!
8403. Celebrating Isaiah's life.
8404. And fun games with friends.
8405. Unexpected 'Sanctuary' singing beauty.
8406. Laughter bringing tears.
8407. Mafia madness.
8408. Hysterical impersonations.
8409. Turning into sweet prayer time for leaders and the wicked.
8410. Sleeping til 8.
8411. Extended prayer time.
8412. Neat bookstores.
8413. Surprised by Christmas music and lights.
8414. An open door to share.
8415. Song game in the car with girls.
8416. 2 naps today.
8417. A lazy day.
8418. CAP worship goodness.
8419. And Scott's prayer at the end, God loves us enough to send
us.
8420. Skyping with the niecphews.
8421. Brooke thinking of me as I'm thinking of her.
8422. Catching up with Megan.
8423. Going to bed early.
8424. November warmth, beautiful day.
8425. KP keeping us laughing.
8426. Super interesting session today, great reminders.
8427. Taking the afternoon to draw.
8428. Sweet time of praying in the prayer chapel.
8429. Reminder that I need to be thankful for the cold days as
well.
8430. Yummy lunch.
8431. Talking with Dad and Sissy.
8432. Headache mostly leaving after lunch.
8433. Amazing Turkish food.
8434. A breathtaking sunset, brilliant colors.
8435. Time with the Logsdons and Lisa.
8436. Crabbiness erased by lunch.
8437. Bathroom still a sanctuary for me.
8438. Twilight colors subtly reflected on lake.
8439. The joy of others at the news of snow.
8440. A day to sleep in.
8441. Panera Bread bagels
8442. Thanksgiving small group, remembering what God has
done, is doing, and is going to do. Doing so through songs,
psalms, and prayers.
8443. Thanksgiving lunch with new friends.
8444. Skyping with family.
8445. Party preparations together.
8446. Turkey craft with kiddos.
8447. Christmas carols old and new.
8448. Christmas themed charades.
8449. The word disassembled.
8450. Winning charades!
8451. Sitting alone. A chance to refill my introvert tank.
8452. The kid's excitement at seeing all things DC.
8453. Paul talking for so long because he must have been drawn
by the Spirit.
8454. Getting some exercise.
8455. Indoor volleyball.
8456. Laughing so hard my belly hurts on multiple occasions this
week.
8457. Seeing DC sights again.
8458. The beauty of Union Station.
8459. And old historic homes.
8460. My parents driving up.
8461. Sleeping in and waking feeling better than expected.
8462. Movie and popcorn with the rents.
8463. Chili's fajitas.
8464. And a hot now Krispy Kreme.
8465. Gorgeous sunset.
8466. Puzzles.
8467. The rapping ending.
8468. Restful night.
8469. Rents at small group.
8470. Sign language song quick and easy.
8471. Fun Christmas tree.
8472. Home Alone with Quad peeps.
8473. Lisa F.
8474. Time with CA peeps.
8475. Monday solitude goodness.
8476. The prayer chapel.
8477. Warm day.
8478. Sunset goodness.
8479. A clean room!
8480. Kohls rewards available just in time.
8481. "Dawning of indestructible joy."
8482. Children's worship fun in small group.
8483. A fun presentation.
8484. Acapella worship.
8485. Talking with Lisa for a few minutes.
8486. Watching the movie with the Sarahs.
8487. The gift of being detail oriented.
8488. Personal application time.
8489. Christmas card joy.
8490. Skyping with Angie.
8491. No reason to fear.
8492. Feeling better today.
8493. Hark the Herald Angels Sing.
8494. Overwhelmed with gratefulness that I get to go to that place
and work with that people and join that team.
8495. Loving my small group more and more.
8496. A chance to grieve long and deep, goodness for my soul.
8497. Great ideas to stay connected.
8498. So many brothers and sisters who love us and serve us well.
8499. Immunizations finished.
8500. Mile walk finished.
8402. A new iPad mini!
8403. Celebrating Isaiah's life.
8404. And fun games with friends.
8405. Unexpected 'Sanctuary' singing beauty.
8406. Laughter bringing tears.
8407. Mafia madness.
8408. Hysterical impersonations.
8409. Turning into sweet prayer time for leaders and the wicked.
8410. Sleeping til 8.
8411. Extended prayer time.
8412. Neat bookstores.
8413. Surprised by Christmas music and lights.
8414. An open door to share.
8415. Song game in the car with girls.
8416. 2 naps today.
8417. A lazy day.
8418. CAP worship goodness.
8419. And Scott's prayer at the end, God loves us enough to send
us.
8420. Skyping with the niecphews.
8421. Brooke thinking of me as I'm thinking of her.
8422. Catching up with Megan.
8423. Going to bed early.
8424. November warmth, beautiful day.
8425. KP keeping us laughing.
8426. Super interesting session today, great reminders.
8427. Taking the afternoon to draw.
8428. Sweet time of praying in the prayer chapel.
8429. Reminder that I need to be thankful for the cold days as
well.
8430. Yummy lunch.
8431. Talking with Dad and Sissy.
8432. Headache mostly leaving after lunch.
8433. Amazing Turkish food.
8434. A breathtaking sunset, brilliant colors.
8435. Time with the Logsdons and Lisa.
8436. Crabbiness erased by lunch.
8437. Bathroom still a sanctuary for me.
8438. Twilight colors subtly reflected on lake.
8439. The joy of others at the news of snow.
8440. A day to sleep in.
8441. Panera Bread bagels
8442. Thanksgiving small group, remembering what God has
done, is doing, and is going to do. Doing so through songs,
psalms, and prayers.
8443. Thanksgiving lunch with new friends.
8444. Skyping with family.
8445. Party preparations together.
8446. Turkey craft with kiddos.
8447. Christmas carols old and new.
8448. Christmas themed charades.
8449. The word disassembled.
8450. Winning charades!
8451. Sitting alone. A chance to refill my introvert tank.
8452. The kid's excitement at seeing all things DC.
8453. Paul talking for so long because he must have been drawn
by the Spirit.
8454. Getting some exercise.
8455. Indoor volleyball.
8456. Laughing so hard my belly hurts on multiple occasions this
week.
8457. Seeing DC sights again.
8458. The beauty of Union Station.
8459. And old historic homes.
8460. My parents driving up.
8461. Sleeping in and waking feeling better than expected.
8462. Movie and popcorn with the rents.
8463. Chili's fajitas.
8464. And a hot now Krispy Kreme.
8465. Gorgeous sunset.
8466. Puzzles.
8467. The rapping ending.
8468. Restful night.
8469. Rents at small group.
8470. Sign language song quick and easy.
8471. Fun Christmas tree.
8472. Home Alone with Quad peeps.
8473. Lisa F.
8474. Time with CA peeps.
8475. Monday solitude goodness.
8476. The prayer chapel.
8477. Warm day.
8478. Sunset goodness.
8479. A clean room!
8480. Kohls rewards available just in time.
8481. "Dawning of indestructible joy."
8482. Children's worship fun in small group.
8483. A fun presentation.
8484. Acapella worship.
8485. Talking with Lisa for a few minutes.
8486. Watching the movie with the Sarahs.
8487. The gift of being detail oriented.
8488. Personal application time.
8489. Christmas card joy.
8490. Skyping with Angie.
8491. No reason to fear.
8492. Feeling better today.
8493. Hark the Herald Angels Sing.
8494. Overwhelmed with gratefulness that I get to go to that place
and work with that people and join that team.
8495. Loving my small group more and more.
8496. A chance to grieve long and deep, goodness for my soul.
8497. Great ideas to stay connected.
8498. So many brothers and sisters who love us and serve us well.
8499. Immunizations finished.
8500. Mile walk finished.
Gifts 8301-8400
8301. Finishing paper number two quickly and with minimal edits.
A gift from the Lord.
8302. No negative side effects to immunizations.
8303. Silly song sang by sissy.
8304. Talking to sissy.
8305. Paper number 3 almost finished.
8306. Impromptu jam session.
8307. Restful Sabbath.
8308. A chance to blog.
8309. Realizing my favorite song from SC was written and sung
by Mandi.
8310. EAP affinity night was sweet and prayerful.
8311. My favorite meal, jambalaya, twice this week.
8312. Getting to chat with Sindy.
8313. No internet forcing us to find other ways to spend our time.
8314. Sun glistening on lake like a light show.
8315. Baking in the warm sun.
8316. Headache becoming muted.
8317. Prayer time by the lake.
8318. Reminded to dream big in my prayers. What would my life
look like if I and all the things I was pleading for? What
could it look like?
8319. Another seminary class done.
8320. Piano to play.
8321. Prayer dreaming in the chapel.
8322. Checkbook balanced.
8323. Skyping with the niecphews and their precious voices and
silly faces.
8324. Hearing a whole room of people trying to make the t sound.
8325. Session break walk in warm sunshine.
8326. An evening to rest.
8327. A good night's rest.
8328. Fettuccine looked great but sandwich was a great alternative.
8329. A cold coke for the afternoon.
8330 Geography game to help me through the session.
8331. Spending time at the library.
8332. Quad laughter.
8333. Yummy fajitas.
8334. A sweet card from mom and nieces.
8335. Getting to play a game during a session.
8336. The idea of leveraging suffering/persecution.
8337. Anticipation of mail day.
8338. A quiet dinner relaxing in my room.
8339. "I" time.
8340. Meditating on who God is.
8341. My small group contending for me to retell the story.
8342. A raise.
8343. Time away.
8344. Some money from my mom to buy new things.
8345. Skyping with Mum and Sissy.
8346. Morning sleep in.
8347. Extended time in the Word.
8348. Yummy leftovers.
8349. Mini nap.
8350. Meeting a sweet Korean lady at Kroger.
8351. Remembering God's ultimate plan. He's not second guessing
His call on me.
8352. A chance to draw at Starbucks.
8353. A soy milk hot cocoa.
8354. Matt Chandler's timely words.
8355. A twinkle lights Christmas tree.
8356. Steve Chatman's regular prayers and encouragement.
8357. Hearing the story of Luke 1 and marveling anew.
8358. Recognizing the wisdom of staying at home.
8359. A Sunday nap and extended fun reading time.
8360. An offer of assistance, kindness.
8361. Realizing how God has gifted me in drawing.
8362. Good discussions at my table.
8363. TB test negative.
8364. Pr walking churches loving on us.
8365. Growing compassion for my brother.
8366. Finding a change purse.
8367. Reminder the same Holy Spirit lives in me as lived in Paul.
8368. Vulnerability to admit I feel anxious.
8369. Dry clothes after the cold rain.
8370. Chicken wings!!!
8371. Reminded again that the harvest is plentiful.
8372. Sharing time with the girls going well.
8373. Getting to catch up with Jana.
8374. Resting well and waking well.
8375. Multitasking during session.
8376. A personal retreat day just in time.
8377. My card finally coming.
8378. And goodies in my mailbox.
8379. A toasty warm room.
8380. Advice from the apple gurus.
8381. Remembering God was pleased with Jesus before He began
His ministry, when his life was 10/11 over.
8382. Remembering the days of picky eating and all the yummies I
missed out on. Connecting this to my new journey and
realizing how I've been scrunching my nose at the new, oh
the richest tastes that await me.
8383. More peace filled today.
8384. Laughter in the intensity.
8385. Not getting picked.
8386. Surviving day 1.
8387. Sweet dinner companions.
8388. Surviving day 2.
8389. Humor today.
8390. Getting away for a bit.
8391. Chatting with Elizabeth and her sweet spirit.
8392. And chatting with Holly and Adam.
8393. Remembering the paths that led me to this place in this time,
and seeing God's hand.
8394. Chatting with Christina, Sindy, and Mary tonight.
8395. And my Daddy.
8396. And my sissy.
8397. Surviving the hard week.
8398. Debriefing and the wise reminder that we are sinners and we
have many laboring in prayer for us.
8399. A funny speaker.
8400. Angie's sweet text message.
A gift from the Lord.
8302. No negative side effects to immunizations.
8303. Silly song sang by sissy.
8304. Talking to sissy.
8305. Paper number 3 almost finished.
8306. Impromptu jam session.
8307. Restful Sabbath.
8308. A chance to blog.
8309. Realizing my favorite song from SC was written and sung
by Mandi.
8310. EAP affinity night was sweet and prayerful.
8311. My favorite meal, jambalaya, twice this week.
8312. Getting to chat with Sindy.
8313. No internet forcing us to find other ways to spend our time.
8314. Sun glistening on lake like a light show.
8315. Baking in the warm sun.
8316. Headache becoming muted.
8317. Prayer time by the lake.
8318. Reminded to dream big in my prayers. What would my life
look like if I and all the things I was pleading for? What
could it look like?
8319. Another seminary class done.
8320. Piano to play.
8321. Prayer dreaming in the chapel.
8322. Checkbook balanced.
8323. Skyping with the niecphews and their precious voices and
silly faces.
8324. Hearing a whole room of people trying to make the t sound.
8325. Session break walk in warm sunshine.
8326. An evening to rest.
8327. A good night's rest.
8328. Fettuccine looked great but sandwich was a great alternative.
8329. A cold coke for the afternoon.
8330 Geography game to help me through the session.
8331. Spending time at the library.
8332. Quad laughter.
8333. Yummy fajitas.
8334. A sweet card from mom and nieces.
8335. Getting to play a game during a session.
8336. The idea of leveraging suffering/persecution.
8337. Anticipation of mail day.
8338. A quiet dinner relaxing in my room.
8339. "I" time.
8340. Meditating on who God is.
8341. My small group contending for me to retell the story.
8342. A raise.
8343. Time away.
8344. Some money from my mom to buy new things.
8345. Skyping with Mum and Sissy.
8346. Morning sleep in.
8347. Extended time in the Word.
8348. Yummy leftovers.
8349. Mini nap.
8350. Meeting a sweet Korean lady at Kroger.
8351. Remembering God's ultimate plan. He's not second guessing
His call on me.
8352. A chance to draw at Starbucks.
8353. A soy milk hot cocoa.
8354. Matt Chandler's timely words.
8355. A twinkle lights Christmas tree.
8356. Steve Chatman's regular prayers and encouragement.
8357. Hearing the story of Luke 1 and marveling anew.
8358. Recognizing the wisdom of staying at home.
8359. A Sunday nap and extended fun reading time.
8360. An offer of assistance, kindness.
8361. Realizing how God has gifted me in drawing.
8362. Good discussions at my table.
8363. TB test negative.
8364. Pr walking churches loving on us.
8365. Growing compassion for my brother.
8366. Finding a change purse.
8367. Reminder the same Holy Spirit lives in me as lived in Paul.
8368. Vulnerability to admit I feel anxious.
8369. Dry clothes after the cold rain.
8370. Chicken wings!!!
8371. Reminded again that the harvest is plentiful.
8372. Sharing time with the girls going well.
8373. Getting to catch up with Jana.
8374. Resting well and waking well.
8375. Multitasking during session.
8376. A personal retreat day just in time.
8377. My card finally coming.
8378. And goodies in my mailbox.
8379. A toasty warm room.
8380. Advice from the apple gurus.
8381. Remembering God was pleased with Jesus before He began
His ministry, when his life was 10/11 over.
8382. Remembering the days of picky eating and all the yummies I
missed out on. Connecting this to my new journey and
realizing how I've been scrunching my nose at the new, oh
the richest tastes that await me.
8383. More peace filled today.
8384. Laughter in the intensity.
8385. Not getting picked.
8386. Surviving day 1.
8387. Sweet dinner companions.
8388. Surviving day 2.
8389. Humor today.
8390. Getting away for a bit.
8391. Chatting with Elizabeth and her sweet spirit.
8392. And chatting with Holly and Adam.
8393. Remembering the paths that led me to this place in this time,
and seeing God's hand.
8394. Chatting with Christina, Sindy, and Mary tonight.
8395. And my Daddy.
8396. And my sissy.
8397. Surviving the hard week.
8398. Debriefing and the wise reminder that we are sinners and we
have many laboring in prayer for us.
8399. A funny speaker.
8400. Angie's sweet text message.
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