Wednesday, August 30, 2006
Good Hard Work
I just read an excellent post about the benefits of hard work. Check out the article. Also hop over to Seeking the Old Paths and read her take on balancing work (Post entitled Considering Chores) ...to be a slave driver or an anything goes mom? What to choose?
It seems that God would like for us to learn to set a good example for our little ones by working with them...not lording over them. There are times, however, that a mom just has to say "I'm sorry I can't help you right now but these things just have to be done" (lawn mowing etc...).
I have strong beliefs about hard work. I've seen the fruit of it in children's lives. It seems that for a young man (teen) to work very hard physically is like therapy. Calms the emotions, etc..
Remember the old sayings "Keeping oneself busy is the best remedy for worry" and "Idle hands are the devil's workshop", "There's nothing like good hard work to sweeten one's disposition". This goes for children as well as for adults.
Keep busy...but don't forget to sit at His feet.
Sunydazy
• Aug. 30, 2006 - Thanks for your comment
Posted by AHappyHome
We got rid of my cell phone when it died and finally got rid of hubby's phone not too much later. It hasn't been that bad; we take the walkie talkies if we need them (to stores for example). It may seem nerdy, but having the extra $600 a year in our pockets feels mighty good :) And thanks for the great post about work.
Keri
It seems that God would like for us to learn to set a good example for our little ones by working with them...not lording over them. There are times, however, that a mom just has to say "I'm sorry I can't help you right now but these things just have to be done" (lawn mowing etc...).
I have strong beliefs about hard work. I've seen the fruit of it in children's lives. It seems that for a young man (teen) to work very hard physically is like therapy. Calms the emotions, etc..
Remember the old sayings "Keeping oneself busy is the best remedy for worry" and "Idle hands are the devil's workshop", "There's nothing like good hard work to sweeten one's disposition". This goes for children as well as for adults.
Keep busy...but don't forget to sit at His feet.
Sunydazy
• Aug. 30, 2006 - Thanks for your comment
Posted by AHappyHome
We got rid of my cell phone when it died and finally got rid of hubby's phone not too much later. It hasn't been that bad; we take the walkie talkies if we need them (to stores for example). It may seem nerdy, but having the extra $600 a year in our pockets feels mighty good :) And thanks for the great post about work.
Keri
Labels: Family, Household Helps
Saturday, August 26, 2006
Battery Acid Test
Yesterday was one of those days that tries my faith and tests my endurance. I was enjoying a normal day at home with the 4 youngest when I received a phone call from my oldest (16 yo son) who was out shopping and going to the library with his friend.
Son (fairly calmly)"Mom, I'm at Wal-Mart and I got battery acid in my eye and I can't see out of it."
Me: "Are you joking with me?"
Son: (sounding more frantic with a small sob in his throat) " No Mom! I'm not kidding! It hurts! I can't see a thing. I don't know what to do!"
By the time our conversation ended he was full throttle describing his terrible pain and I could hear the fear in his voice. Apparently, his friend had helped him to an eye wash station and the mechanics at Wal Mart had already helped him get his eye rinsed. I directed him to tell his friend to drive him straight to the ER where I would meet them. I was busy wondering how this was best to be accomplished with two infants, one toddler and the 11 year old--who would help watch the kids? I called everyone I could think of at the moment who might be home and available to help with the little ones--no one answered their phones. So, we piled into the van as quickly as possible and I called my dad at work. On my way to the hospital I just prayed out loud. I thanked God for healing and peace. I rebuked the devil from harming my family ( we belong to GOD!) and I tried to drive the speed limit (most of the time).
To get to the end of the story-- My precious boy has a bad acid burn in the mucosa part of his right eye... he got his vision back after an hour or so...there shouldn't be any permanent damage. Thank you Lord! The pain has been controlled and the healing process begun. He has a patch over the eye but should be able to remove it soon. The er doc said he should be good to go by Monday! Hurray!
The babies did very well at the hospital...no crying! The toddler did well...grandpa came and helped watch everyone and my son's dear friend showed himself true in every way.
More from La Kooka Rancha later,
Sunydazy
Son (fairly calmly)"Mom, I'm at Wal-Mart and I got battery acid in my eye and I can't see out of it."
Me: "Are you joking with me?"
Son: (sounding more frantic with a small sob in his throat) " No Mom! I'm not kidding! It hurts! I can't see a thing. I don't know what to do!"
By the time our conversation ended he was full throttle describing his terrible pain and I could hear the fear in his voice. Apparently, his friend had helped him to an eye wash station and the mechanics at Wal Mart had already helped him get his eye rinsed. I directed him to tell his friend to drive him straight to the ER where I would meet them. I was busy wondering how this was best to be accomplished with two infants, one toddler and the 11 year old--who would help watch the kids? I called everyone I could think of at the moment who might be home and available to help with the little ones--no one answered their phones. So, we piled into the van as quickly as possible and I called my dad at work. On my way to the hospital I just prayed out loud. I thanked God for healing and peace. I rebuked the devil from harming my family ( we belong to GOD!) and I tried to drive the speed limit (most of the time).
To get to the end of the story-- My precious boy has a bad acid burn in the mucosa part of his right eye... he got his vision back after an hour or so...there shouldn't be any permanent damage. Thank you Lord! The pain has been controlled and the healing process begun. He has a patch over the eye but should be able to remove it soon. The er doc said he should be good to go by Monday! Hurray!
The babies did very well at the hospital...no crying! The toddler did well...grandpa came and helped watch everyone and my son's dear friend showed himself true in every way.
More from La Kooka Rancha later,
Sunydazy
Labels: Another Day, Family
Friday, August 25, 2006
The Mystery of the Missing Trash Toter
The story is:
A few days ago when I returned home from the Ranch I went to empty my van of excess garbage...you know: Sonic cups and burger wrappers. I walked around the fence and prepared to drop everything into the toter...but it was gone. I looked over my shoulder thinking it must have been moved to the other side of the walk space. No.
I looked around and shrugged, assuming my troops had moved it somewhere else temporarily.
On Tuesday, trash day, I was informed by the same troops that said toter was nowhere to be found. I was baffled. Who wants to steal a trash can half full of dirty diapers with bits of spoiled refrigerator goodies and some old holey shoes? I looked up and down the street and a neighbor or two came to mind, but I decided it was still unlikely.
I called the trash company.
They responded with calmness...apparently this is not an uncommon conversation.
Me: "Uhmmm, my toter is missing.? What should I do?"
She: "Let me just check your account here"...clickety clickety on the computer keys
Me: " I don't think it was stolen...but..."
She " Everything is in order here...we'll bring you a new one right away"
Well it was nice that she was so accomadating but I was hoping for an explanation like " Oh dear! I'm so sorry! We took it by mistake. Your neighbors switched to a new company and instead of taking theirs it appears we got yours..."
At least my curiosity would have been satisfied... but no...
So the great mystery goes unsolved but at least it wasn't my fault!
Have a fun Friday!
A few days ago when I returned home from the Ranch I went to empty my van of excess garbage...you know: Sonic cups and burger wrappers. I walked around the fence and prepared to drop everything into the toter...but it was gone. I looked over my shoulder thinking it must have been moved to the other side of the walk space. No.
I looked around and shrugged, assuming my troops had moved it somewhere else temporarily.
On Tuesday, trash day, I was informed by the same troops that said toter was nowhere to be found. I was baffled. Who wants to steal a trash can half full of dirty diapers with bits of spoiled refrigerator goodies and some old holey shoes? I looked up and down the street and a neighbor or two came to mind, but I decided it was still unlikely.
I called the trash company.
They responded with calmness...apparently this is not an uncommon conversation.
Me: "Uhmmm, my toter is missing.? What should I do?"
She: "Let me just check your account here"...clickety clickety on the computer keys
Me: " I don't think it was stolen...but..."
She " Everything is in order here...we'll bring you a new one right away"
Well it was nice that she was so accomadating but I was hoping for an explanation like " Oh dear! I'm so sorry! We took it by mistake. Your neighbors switched to a new company and instead of taking theirs it appears we got yours..."
At least my curiosity would have been satisfied... but no...
So the great mystery goes unsolved but at least it wasn't my fault!
Have a fun Friday!
Labels: Another Day
Tuesday, August 22, 2006
In Other Words
"Salt, when dissolved in water, may disappear, but it does not cease to exist.We can be sure of its presence by tasting the water. Likewise, the indwelling Christ, though unseen, will be made evidentto others from the love whichHe imparts to us."~Sadhu Sundar Singh~
I'm not even sure what to say about this...it seems so self explanatory. But maybe we try too hard to BE somebody in our own right...to be tough, to not be vulnerable. We block the flow of love, the salty water gets bottled up, so to speak. It was never our love to begin with...we are not salty enough on our own. We must decrease so He can increase. It's simple really. Be vulnerable, be gentle, forgive, be tender, stay true to your convictions and don't be afraid. Don't try to be yourself more than you try to show others who HE is.
Just think about it.
Sunydazy
• Aug. 22, 2006 - Untitled Comment
Posted by Anonymous
I like you last comment. Excellent words of wisdom.
• Aug. 22, 2006 - Untitled Comment
Posted by sissy B.
I wish it had been that simple for me :)
• Aug. 22, 2006 - CWO blog
Posted by Anonymous
you are so right...maybe if we all would stop trying to be what we were NEVER intended to be...we would all be happier and the world would be a much "saltier" place...thanks for making me think!!
• Aug. 22, 2006 - "Just think about it..."
Posted by Heather
I couldn't say it any better. If we would "just think about it" more people would probably see Christ a lot more!
• Aug. 22, 2006 - Untitled Comment
Posted by Anonymous
true to my convictions.. out of my comfort zone.. simple concept, but hard sometimes. Good points! Amydeanne www.the160acrewoods.blogspot.com
• Aug. 22, 2006 - Untitled Comment
Posted by Anonymous
true to my convictions.. out of my comfort zone.. simple concept, but hard sometimes. Good points! Amydeanne www.the160acrewoods.blogspot.com
• Aug. 22, 2006 - Untitled Comment
Posted by Anonymous
Well said. If we remembered to be ourselves more often, the true light of Christ would shine through more. Vicki http://anabundanceofblessings.blogspot.com/
• Aug. 23, 2006 - Untitled Comment
Posted by Camy Tang
But maybe we try too hard to BE somebody in our own right. This is totally true. I'm guilty, I know. I feel like I have to try so hard to do what's right when sometimes I just need to let God work through me. Camy
Posted by Anonymous
true to my convictions.. out of my comfort zone.. simple concept, but hard sometimes. Good points! Amydeanne www.the160acrewoods.blogspot.com
• Aug. 22, 2006 - Untitled Comment
Posted by Anonymous
Well said. If we remembered to be ourselves more often, the true light of Christ would shine through more. Vicki http://anabundanceofblessings.blogspot.com/
• Aug. 23, 2006 - Untitled Comment
Posted by Camy Tang
But maybe we try too hard to BE somebody in our own right. This is totally true. I'm guilty, I know. I feel like I have to try so hard to do what's right when sometimes I just need to let God work through me. Camy
Labels: In Other Words
Crossroads
Hubby and I are at some kind of crossroads in our life...we don't know exactly what it is...though we think we've seen little glimpses. We both feel it and are still walking along mostly blindfolded trying to do the right things while trusting in the Lord. I'm very excited about it though! Right now I feel a little out of control with everything...no, I take that back. I feel a lot out of control. I haven't felt like this in a very long time. But...I have an inner peace about the whole thing.
Something is right in La Kooka Rancha Land--I just can't see it yet. In the meantime, I must keep holding the Lord's hand because when I let go...well it's frightening.
We are doing a lot of work together at the nearby hotel/convention center I mentioned. It's great because we're doing bits of what we do best! And what we love! We'll keep you posted as more things develop in our lives.
I want to remind you all that when you are doing what God made you to do you can be truly content! I feel that inside even though outwardly this is one of the hardest stages of life I've ever endured. Sometimes waves of panic wash over me ...I start looking at the waves of the sea instead of Jesus.
I see both babies crying, the 3 yo little guy not yet potty trained and hollering for me, the 16 yo attempting to take his drivers ed in an actual classroom setting (his first classroom experience), my sweet Rivergirl dealing with pre teen hormones (hurts and joys) and then there's me and hubby...both trying to do the work of 3 grown people each. The house is not even a reasonable consideration at this point...I feel like I'm watching someone else's life on a movie...and I know the resolution will surely come soon!
Well, I 've got to get off the computer and make some phone calls...apparently the trash company has taken our toter away...even though the bill was paid -yes it WAS! So..I'm going to call them and try to sort it out this morning.
Have a Happy Day!
Sunydazy
• Sep. 9, 2006 - FRIEND TO FRIEND
Posted by daylily
Hello over there! I'm so happy I was able to log on to your blog site! our computer really needs updating. If we have to much stuff on it I cannot log on to your site. With the 5 of us using the computer we accumilate way to much stuff so I have to go and delete before I can go to some sites. At a crossroads huh? This sound so familiar! Me and my husband are at the same place in our lives! I promise. I have to put every day in God's hands ( most of the time several times a day) and trust Him to bring us through. I look at the girls and think they are growing up so very fast and wonder when I will feel all grown up and confident myself. I look in the mirror and look older I just don't always feel older. This is a good thing right? Maybe? Who knows. Just remember to take it one day at a time. God promises to give us grace enough for the day not tomorrow or yesterday. Remember you have friends who are walking right beside you even if they are in diffrent states!
Something is right in La Kooka Rancha Land--I just can't see it yet. In the meantime, I must keep holding the Lord's hand because when I let go...well it's frightening.
We are doing a lot of work together at the nearby hotel/convention center I mentioned. It's great because we're doing bits of what we do best! And what we love! We'll keep you posted as more things develop in our lives.
I want to remind you all that when you are doing what God made you to do you can be truly content! I feel that inside even though outwardly this is one of the hardest stages of life I've ever endured. Sometimes waves of panic wash over me ...I start looking at the waves of the sea instead of Jesus.
I see both babies crying, the 3 yo little guy not yet potty trained and hollering for me, the 16 yo attempting to take his drivers ed in an actual classroom setting (his first classroom experience), my sweet Rivergirl dealing with pre teen hormones (hurts and joys) and then there's me and hubby...both trying to do the work of 3 grown people each. The house is not even a reasonable consideration at this point...I feel like I'm watching someone else's life on a movie...and I know the resolution will surely come soon!
Well, I 've got to get off the computer and make some phone calls...apparently the trash company has taken our toter away...even though the bill was paid -yes it WAS! So..I'm going to call them and try to sort it out this morning.
Have a Happy Day!
Sunydazy
• Sep. 9, 2006 - FRIEND TO FRIEND
Posted by daylily
Hello over there! I'm so happy I was able to log on to your blog site! our computer really needs updating. If we have to much stuff on it I cannot log on to your site. With the 5 of us using the computer we accumilate way to much stuff so I have to go and delete before I can go to some sites. At a crossroads huh? This sound so familiar! Me and my husband are at the same place in our lives! I promise. I have to put every day in God's hands ( most of the time several times a day) and trust Him to bring us through. I look at the girls and think they are growing up so very fast and wonder when I will feel all grown up and confident myself. I look in the mirror and look older I just don't always feel older. This is a good thing right? Maybe? Who knows. Just remember to take it one day at a time. God promises to give us grace enough for the day not tomorrow or yesterday. Remember you have friends who are walking right beside you even if they are in diffrent states!
Labels: Another Day
Monday, August 21, 2006
Good morning world!
(or whoever is reading this). I am up and getting ready to go to go for the day with cheerfulness in my heart.
Since I haven't been online much lately I just this morning realized that one of my dear friends (Daylily) has started a blog right here on Homeschool Blogger! I am sooo excited about this.
She is struggling with the momentous decision of whether or not to homeschool all her children this year and has had a really rough year. Please go visit her new blog and encourage her in any way you can and welcome her to Homeschool Blogger.
She has recently had many major surgeries, her mother died a few months ago and one of her daughters has juvenile arthritis. As we all know hard times come to us all. It's good to have brothers and sisters offer words of encouragement...food for the soul. Sometimes that is all that it takes to get us back on our feet again. Daylily is a great lady who always had a good sense of humor and I hope to hear her smiles coming back through her posts and look forward to reading her blog regularly.
Well! Gotta go! Loads and loads of work waiting for me today...
Sunydazy
Since I haven't been online much lately I just this morning realized that one of my dear friends (Daylily) has started a blog right here on Homeschool Blogger! I am sooo excited about this.
She is struggling with the momentous decision of whether or not to homeschool all her children this year and has had a really rough year. Please go visit her new blog and encourage her in any way you can and welcome her to Homeschool Blogger.
She has recently had many major surgeries, her mother died a few months ago and one of her daughters has juvenile arthritis. As we all know hard times come to us all. It's good to have brothers and sisters offer words of encouragement...food for the soul. Sometimes that is all that it takes to get us back on our feet again. Daylily is a great lady who always had a good sense of humor and I hope to hear her smiles coming back through her posts and look forward to reading her blog regularly.
Well! Gotta go! Loads and loads of work waiting for me today...
Sunydazy
Labels: Misc
Friday, August 18, 2006
Anybody still there?
Sorry for that little interruption folks....
The rollercoaster of life started going a bit fast for my taste and experience level. I am now a more experienced rider and I'll try to be back here to post more frequently again. :-)
Thank you all for your patience with me....
...assuming anyone is still there...heelloooo...anybody oouut theeerre?
Sometime when I can collect my thoughts into something resembling sense I will catch you up on life around our house. For now let me tell you about my plans.
Ahem...
I plan to get our homeschool year started the first week of September.
I also plan to have an entire load of things decluttered from our house...to make room for the people. ( I have already started on this project--we should be able to move back in in a week or two ).
I also plan to hire 2 more people to help me with my new business (housekeeping contractor @ a nearby hotel/convention center) so that I will have more time at home to finish the rest of my plans.
I also plan to get through the last bit of potty training with my 3 y.o. so that I only have 2 babies diapers left to deal with.
Aaaand, I plan to sort out the clothes in my closet and give away about 1/2 of them so I'll have room for the ones I actually wear.
After all of the above we'll see if I have time for anything else...like maybe scrapbooking? Yeah right...I can dream though.
Well you all understand the nature of plans. They are good...yes they are. But sometimes the best laid plans....well anyway. I'll try to keep you posted about life here at La Kooka Rancha. I'd love to hear from you too!
Sunydazy
• Aug. 19, 2006 - Yeah... you're back!!
Posted by Anonymous
Glad to see you're getting all under control...or at least plan to!! I have been checking in often, anxiously waiting for updates! You got me hooked...now for the Grade 8 Nut to check back in.... :) Tonya
The rollercoaster of life started going a bit fast for my taste and experience level. I am now a more experienced rider and I'll try to be back here to post more frequently again. :-)
Thank you all for your patience with me....
...assuming anyone is still there...heelloooo...anybody oouut theeerre?
Sometime when I can collect my thoughts into something resembling sense I will catch you up on life around our house. For now let me tell you about my plans.
Ahem...
I plan to get our homeschool year started the first week of September.
I also plan to have an entire load of things decluttered from our house...to make room for the people. ( I have already started on this project--we should be able to move back in in a week or two ).
I also plan to hire 2 more people to help me with my new business (housekeeping contractor @ a nearby hotel/convention center) so that I will have more time at home to finish the rest of my plans.
I also plan to get through the last bit of potty training with my 3 y.o. so that I only have 2 babies diapers left to deal with.
Aaaand, I plan to sort out the clothes in my closet and give away about 1/2 of them so I'll have room for the ones I actually wear.
After all of the above we'll see if I have time for anything else...like maybe scrapbooking? Yeah right...I can dream though.
Well you all understand the nature of plans. They are good...yes they are. But sometimes the best laid plans....well anyway. I'll try to keep you posted about life here at La Kooka Rancha. I'd love to hear from you too!
Sunydazy
• Aug. 19, 2006 - Yeah... you're back!!
Posted by Anonymous
Glad to see you're getting all under control...or at least plan to!! I have been checking in often, anxiously waiting for updates! You got me hooked...now for the Grade 8 Nut to check back in.... :) Tonya
Labels: Misc
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