tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23210723960016823262011-11-15T13:42:06.999-05:00The musings of a wife, mommy, and chocolate lover...Beckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06041675059814342599noreply@blogger.comBlogger1221100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2321072396001682326.post-45626552631616650502011-03-04T21:47:00.000-05:002011-03-04T21:47:54.666-05:00

I am truly a blessed woman!  I have so much to be grateful for...I could go on and on and on... This past week, my son came down with the flu, and lucky me...I got it as well.  Thankfully, I have an employer who gives us sick days (as well as the ability to work from home).  What a blessing! Then, I have wonderful friends who sent e-mails offering help and prayers.  Friends who stopped by and

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Well, yesterday was gorgeous here; today, not so much. Overcast, rainy with tornado watches...not exactly my kind of weather. J wasn't feeling too hot last night, and this AM, he woke with a temp of 102.5 and a terrible cough.  Needless to say, I gave him a little medicine and sent him back to bed.  So, lucky for me, I was able to work from home today.  But alas, now I have a fever of 100, and I

Beckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06041675059814342599noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2321072396001682326.post-49938756267698926462011-02-09T00:28:00.000-05:002011-02-09T00:28:43.971-05:00

So, I have been spending a lot of time lately pondering contentment, and I have really been trying to only purchase things that are truly needs, not wants. My mind goes to my son, who thinks a need is the newest Wii game.  Nevermind that he already owns NBA2K10, he NEEDS to buy NBA2K11.  Nevermind that is loses 3/4 of its value within the year. Oh, and he NEEDS a new basketball.  Nevermind the

Beckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06041675059814342599noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2321072396001682326.post-34128988694977904032011-02-07T13:35:00.000-05:002011-02-07T13:35:10.527-05:00

It's difficult to believe that it has been almost a year since I last posted here.  I stepped away because my life has too much going on to take the time to blog.  But I am back for now, basically because I figured the writing could be somewhat therapeutic. Much has happened, of course, but I won't take the time to fill you in on the last several months.  There have been a lot of ups and downs,

Beckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06041675059814342599noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2321072396001682326.post-76643053748202428882010-04-29T09:39:00.002-04:002010-04-29T09:40:08.115-04:00

So, this is something I received by e-mail, not original to me...although it sounds like my family! :) 25 REASONS I OWE MY PARENTS1. My parents taught me TO APPRECIATE A JOB WELL DONE."If you're going to kill each other, do it outside. I just finished cleaning." 2. My parents taught me RELIGION."You better pray that will come out of the carpet." 3. My parents taught me about TIME TRAVEL."If you

Beckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06041675059814342599noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2321072396001682326.post-65349829382821544722010-04-24T08:52:00.007-04:002010-04-25T13:39:00.638-04:00

Hello, Friends!I did not fall off the face of the earth, but maybe just the blogosphere for a bit. So much has happened since my last post. Let me update you a bit.On April 10, my only brother Ken got married. All three of us were in the wedding along with my sister-in-law from Tim's side of the family and my niece. Jonathan was so happy because not only were my parents there, but Tim's

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Sooooooo, if you know me, I cannot let April 1 go by without fooling someone...I posted this on our copier in our office (note: I stole this idea from someone else).I e-mailed my co workers and told them that someone had upgraded our copier while they were out, and they left instructions. When my co-worker "K" came back, she needed to make a copy and was standing at the machine saying her name.

Beckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06041675059814342599noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2321072396001682326.post-91777579781462562382010-03-04T09:27:00.004-05:002010-03-04T09:51:16.545-05:00

Have you tried these yet? If you haven't, you are in for a huge treat. My friend Dawn made these for a chit-chat and chocolate night, and we all ate a bunch of them!The pecans make them taste just like turtles, while the M&Ms add a festive touch (you can even use the colors to match your occasion).The yummy sweetness of the caramel and chocolate is SO GOOD with the crunchy saltiness of the

Beckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06041675059814342599noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2321072396001682326.post-61558658611191729572010-03-02T20:38:00.002-05:002010-03-02T20:42:19.188-05:00

This week has been a little rough, so I decided to list a few things on my happy list for each day (thanks, Canadian Saver!)My new necklace from Jocelyn (at the Trendy Owl). Sooooo adorable! I felt like a million bucks!Hot chocolate with extra whipped creamA phone call from a old friendA opportunity to make new friendThis is the day the Lord has made. I will rejoice and be glad in it!

Beckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06041675059814342599noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2321072396001682326.post-14819227878325560432010-02-25T16:50:00.001-05:002010-02-25T16:51:06.281-05:00

Today feels like something out of Winnie the Pooh and the Blustery Day. Hope we all don't blow away!

Beckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06041675059814342599noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2321072396001682326.post-74954837351622925262010-02-19T07:35:00.003-05:002010-02-19T07:37:39.545-05:00

You NEED to check out my friend Jocelyn's BRAND NEW Etsy shop. She makes the most amazing fabric flowers! They are as fun as she is!Plus, she is offering free shipping for the next couple days...So, click here and check out The Trendy Owl.

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I come from an Italian family...from my size you can tell that the love language is FOOD. "Do you want more? No? Here...just a little bit. Finish it up." Yeah, I am in shape...ROUND! But, I digress...My mother is an amazing cook! She can make just about anything, and it tastes delicious. So, I grew up "helping" in the kitchen. I am not an amazing cook, but my food is edible.When I got

Beckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06041675059814342599noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2321072396001682326.post-80410607113059142962010-02-09T13:26:00.004-05:002010-02-09T13:35:48.686-05:00

I was cleaning out a couple of drawers today...you know, the ones that you just stash stuff in because you have no idea what to do with it. Yeah, the ones you hate to clean out. Well, in my cleaning, I came across a few treasures. No, nothing worth anything monetarily, but priceless to me. There was the card J made for me in Sunday School a few years ago for mother's day...my favorite Lucky

Beckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06041675059814342599noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2321072396001682326.post-48981013740272420782010-02-04T13:27:00.004-05:002010-02-04T14:30:34.412-05:00

For those of you who don't know, this is my Katie. We met in Missouri when we worked at Mardel together (where this ridiculous picture was taken). I never thought that Katie and I would be friends...she used to walk by my desk in the morning with her scowly face on (yeah, she's not a morning person). I used to think she didn't like me. We started spending time together when I found out she

Beckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06041675059814342599noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2321072396001682326.post-3701570002685134682010-01-29T12:39:00.003-05:002010-01-29T12:43:37.533-05:00

Have you seen the Pioneer Woman's post today? I have to make these yummy looking cupcakes soon!!! Check them out!!

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So J just got his first pair of glasses this week. He was soooooo excited. We let him pick out what he wanted. His only stipulation is that he wanted blue glasses. He looks so grown up with them on.Yay, J! We love you!

Beckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06041675059814342599noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2321072396001682326.post-4308772647955150022010-01-06T16:49:00.006-05:002010-01-06T20:00:13.200-05:00

My dear uncle Red passed away Saturday morning. Today was his funeral, and I couldn't be there because of the snow in Pennsylvania. So for a few moments, I would like to remember Uncle Red at my own little blog memorial.Uncle Red is my maternal grandfather's brother. He and my grandpa were the best of buddies. I cannot remember a time in my life when Uncle Red wasn't there for us. From the

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I am soooooo far behind in my blogging world, but the real world does come first.Just wanted to say hello, and let you all know I am alive.Will post soon...

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I am so grateful for godly parents. I really have such amazing parents.My dad has such a great sense of humor...I like to think I get my sense of humor from him (along with my Groucho Marx eyebrows). He is one of the hardest working people I know...I think he only has two speeds he runs on...turbo and stop. If he isn't working hard, then you'll find him snoozing on the couch. :) He is such a

Beckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06041675059814342599noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2321072396001682326.post-27371012928647628072009-11-11T22:55:00.002-05:002009-11-11T22:58:21.513-05:00

Today, I want to say how thankful I am for my freedom. I am thankful for those who are serving our country currently and those who have served in the past. Your sacrifice and service enables me to live the life I live today. THANK YOU!!!!But, there is one group I am really grateful for...the military wives. Their sacrifice often goes unnoticed. Read this letter below. It was passed on to me

Beckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06041675059814342599noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2321072396001682326.post-74746668408809754502009-11-10T22:53:00.007-05:002009-11-10T23:13:48.036-05:00

When I look back at some of this pics over the years, I can only say how grateful I am that God gave J to us when He did. He is such evidence of God's best for our lives. My mama heart is overwhelmed and my eyes are brimming with tears of gratefulness.From the day you were born, to first teeth and first Thanksgivings, to first birthdays, to the first time pitching with Daddy's old glove,and to

Beckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06041675059814342599noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2321072396001682326.post-16091435607903420412009-11-08T00:47:00.002-05:002009-11-08T00:57:35.320-05:00

So I have been pretty sick the past couple of days and haven't had the energy to blog. So here is the next thing I am thankful for....I am grateful to have such a wonderful husband. He has been such a great help these past couple of days...taking care of J, cleaning the house (because he knows I can't stand it to be dirty!), and just being there for me.This coming year will be our 10th

Beckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06041675059814342599noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2321072396001682326.post-11378430101097045522009-11-02T19:50:00.002-05:002009-11-02T19:55:57.120-05:00

I love the old movie Holiday Inn...where Bing Crosby sings the song with the above title. Anyway, I do have so much to be thankful for, so I am going to spend a little time this month writing some of those things down.First and foremost, I am thankful for my Lord Jesus who gave His live for me. I am grateful for His word and how he speaks to me through it. I am grateful that I am His child...

Beckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06041675059814342599noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2321072396001682326.post-33156652814839126872009-10-30T01:04:00.002-04:002009-10-30T01:15:53.142-04:00

Before you get on to me for using the title of a one hit wonder Billy Ray Cyrus song, it really does sum up how I am feeling today. Do you ever just have those days where you just don't know what to do as a parent? Well, today was one of them for me.Poor J had a rough day at school. His class was supposed to work on a diorama of Ramona Quimby, Age 8. Now if you know J, you know that art is

Beckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06041675059814342599noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2321072396001682326.post-58408868983903949192009-10-15T16:02:00.002-04:002009-10-15T16:10:31.265-04:00

Photo by Ree (The Pioneer Woman)Ah, I love Virginia, but the weather here has been a bit bleak...sprinkling...cloudy...cool. So, everyone needs a little something to perk us up!Check out this recipe from the Pioneer Woman. If you haven't checked out her cooking blog before, I am warning you...you will be hooked! Ah, I just love it!Today, Ree posted this recipe for truffles with sea salt. They

Beckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06041675059814342599noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2321072396001682326.post-38248317199269798982009-10-15T15:56:00.002-04:002009-10-15T15:59:01.824-04:00

I had such a great time in Springfield. It was so refreshing to have girl time with my friends, to see dear former coworkers, and to eat at all of my favorite restaurants. :) I truly felt so loved.I think I figured out that I slept a total of 22 hours over 5 days, but it was definitely worth it!AND, my house survived!

Beckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06041675059814342599noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2321072396001682326.post-63302213674518184862009-10-06T13:24:00.002-04:002009-10-06T13:41:20.199-04:00

This weekend, I am going to be going back to Springfield to visit my dear friend Katie who will be getting married soon. I am looking forward to girl time...hanging out, laughing until we are sick, and then laughing some more (not to mention mass quantities of Cheddar's spinach dip).I also get to spend time with my dear friend Paula. It has been way too long!I am looking forward to going, but I

Beckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06041675059814342599noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2321072396001682326.post-92091056194797046902009-09-25T00:07:00.002-04:002009-09-25T00:13:20.185-04:00

My precious friend Jenny Erdman of Paper Napkin Photo rocks! You need to hop on over to her site to read the story of Heath and Cassie. Heath started attending our military small group a couple of months ago, and he surprised us two weeks ago by telling us he was getting married...that coming Friday.You see, Heath is in the Army and got warning orders that he would be deployed again within the

Beckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06041675059814342599noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2321072396001682326.post-59888459664095977352009-09-21T09:01:00.001-04:002009-09-21T09:03:12.258-04:00

My friend Beth is having a grand opening today of her new location in downtown Lynchburg. Go visit her at Taste Selects Cupcakery!

Beckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06041675059814342599noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2321072396001682326.post-55021139993855971862009-08-17T18:39:00.003-04:002009-08-17T18:59:23.114-04:00

Our summer has been really fun. While we really didn't take a vacation, we have made lots of weekend trips to visit family as you have seen by the previous posts. Here are just a few more pictures from our last weekend adventure...King's Dominion. We decided to take J because this is the last year that he could ride the kid rides. Aside from Silver Dollar City, he really hasn't been to an

Beckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06041675059814342599noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2321072396001682326.post-64393281713163442522009-08-13T11:08:00.004-04:002009-08-13T11:12:03.468-04:00

This is from a NY Times article from July 2008.Chocolate Chip CookiesAdapted from Jacques TorresTime: 45 minutes (for 1 6-cookie batch), plus at least 24 hours’ chilling2 cups minus 2 tablespoons (8 1/2 ounces) cake flour1 2/3 cups (8 1/2 ounces) bread flour1 1/4 teaspoons baking soda1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder1 1/2 teaspoons coarse salt2 1/2 sticks (1 1/4 cups) unsalted butter1 1/4 cups (10

Beckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06041675059814342599noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2321072396001682326.post-48384059917998708152009-08-06T11:45:00.002-04:002009-08-06T11:51:30.937-04:00

Here are some pictures from our time in Atlanta at the Falcons Training Camp.

Beckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06041675059814342599noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2321072396001682326.post-58757195302683664272009-08-05T10:59:00.005-04:002009-08-05T11:03:54.309-04:00

I just tried the new flavor of Special K Bars...chocolatey pretzel...and they are seriously good. Only 90 calories per bar...of course I could eat the whole box, but that is another story! You can download a $1 off coupon at coupons.com.Seriously, yummy! That is a good dose of chocolate for today!

Beckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06041675059814342599noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2321072396001682326.post-12158573045079559252009-08-04T12:45:00.002-04:002009-08-04T12:59:09.678-04:00

When we lived in Springfield, MO, I worked at a wonderful church...Second Baptist Church. The pastor is Pastor John Marshall...a great pastor and friend. Our apartment where we lived was across the hall from his dear mother-in-law, who we loved dearly. Anyway, Pastor and Ruth Marshall's daughter, Rebekah, has a wonderful blog, yeebird, that you absolutely must check out. She is so creative!

Beckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06041675059814342599noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2321072396001682326.post-34787092622642206412009-08-03T21:48:00.003-04:002009-08-03T22:02:43.009-04:00

Hi, Friends.Jonathan and I got back from our visit to PA Tuesday night. Wednesday we did laundry and Thursday we packed our suitcases again. Friday after Tim got done with work, we headed to Atlanta to visit the in-laws. But it wasn't just a social visit...my father-in-law got saved three weeks ago and got baptized Sunday night. Of course we had to be there for that! God is so good!!!So that

Beckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06041675059814342599noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2321072396001682326.post-25031986067549824262009-07-25T23:11:00.001-04:002009-07-25T23:13:44.233-04:00

Jonathan and I are in PA visiting my parents for the weekend. It has been a fun trip so far! Yesterday, we visited my great uncle and aunt. He is going to be 97 years old this year...and they will be celebrating 60 years of marriage. They are so adorable. Just love them to pieces!Today, we went to the Pittsburgh Zoo. We got there early and enjoyed a beautiful day. The animals were amazing.

Beckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06041675059814342599noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2321072396001682326.post-455647854444007332009-07-17T11:14:00.003-04:002009-07-17T11:34:23.090-04:00

A few of my favorite things:Traveling to a new placeReadingChocolateRainy days at homeSleeping inLaughing so hard that I cryBaby feetCamp firesRoad TripsWarm, clean sheetsLondonCheesecakeNapsPhotographySweet TeaPajamasVacationsPlaying board gamesCookingMcVities Caramel DigestivesBig CitiesGood FriendsFireworksJust being home with my family.How about you? What are your favorite things?

Beckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06041675059814342599noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2321072396001682326.post-83041140829181406472009-07-16T22:53:00.003-04:002009-07-16T23:13:04.185-04:00

In the economy that we live in, every penny counts. I am constantly looking for ways to save a little more. And I love saving money more than I love chocolate!!!There are several things I love about using my Discover Card. One, we get great cashback rewards...and every few months there is a new category where we can get additional cash back. Two, they are really great about abnormal charges.

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Beckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06041675059814342599noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2321072396001682326.post-27639446681897262522009-07-14T19:58:00.002-04:002009-07-14T20:04:24.124-04:00

Well, it has been nine years this very moment since I married my best friend and the love of my life. And I am truly grateful for the journey. Sure there have been ups and downs, but that is what makes us appreciate the mountaintops even more. God has truly blessed me in giving me a good husband who loves me and cares for me (and even does laundry!).Tim, I love you and I hope we have many,

Beckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06041675059814342599noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2321072396001682326.post-88512597390483708302009-07-14T19:54:00.002-04:002009-07-14T19:57:37.223-04:00

I know today's our 9th anniversary, but honey, I love this bike! Just click on the pic to check it out!

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I couldn't sleep Friday night, so I woke up at 4 AM. I was trying to decide what to do with the day, and then I decided to take the fam to Norfolk. Tim has been wanting to go there for a while, so I decided that there was no better time than the present...plus our ninth anniversary is Tuesday so it was a good excuse.We had a great time touring the base and seeing the ships. We also went

Beckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06041675059814342599noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2321072396001682326.post-41407244544652709752009-06-22T15:50:00.002-04:002009-06-22T15:59:55.712-04:00

Life is busy, and there are some things that just have to be lower on the priority list. For me, blogging is one of those things. Between being a wife and mommy, working full time plus other ministries I am involved in, I end up with little time to blog.I have found myself going back and forth between wanting more and extreme gratefulness. It is summer...people are going on vacations,

Beckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06041675059814342599noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2321072396001682326.post-15376487083527739522009-05-25T19:47:00.002-04:002009-05-25T19:50:14.637-04:00

I don't know what it is about the rain. I used to hate when it rained. Until we moved here to Virginia, I really disliked rain. Now I seem to look forward to a good rain storm. I wonder what made me change how I feel about the rain. I wonder what that means about me.Well, I am off to enjoy the rain. Happy Memorial Day!

Beckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06041675059814342599noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2321072396001682326.post-82912016577004329852009-05-23T18:37:00.004-04:002009-05-23T18:57:00.151-04:00

I have been so awful about blogging lately...and it is pretty low on my priority list, I must say. Things here have been fine, but busy. Jonathan just finished up baseball last week and has started taking swimming lessons. Only two more weeks of school for him. He also was in a kid's musical at church last week. He did a great job.Tim finished up one seminary class and is starting another.

Beckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06041675059814342599noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2321072396001682326.post-62833851806262784582009-05-07T21:22:00.004-04:002009-05-07T21:31:24.786-04:00

So I was reading the news headlines, and this story about a new Vikings draftee caught my attention...From Yahoo Sports: "New Vikings Signee Retains His Loyalty to TargetBy MJDA lot of guys, when they sign an NFL contract, might go out and buy something expensive, have a huge party, buy some jewelry, or maybe get a tattoo.But if Nick Urban, former standout lineman at Winona State and brand new

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I have been feeling a little "beat up" by the Word lately...my selfish heart is definitely getting pounded. Sometimes I feel like there isn't any more of me left to give...and I forget to let Christ take control.He has been stretching me and teaching me and guiding me in paths that I never dreamed I would take, but I am interested to see where the journey leads.So when I feel like I am not

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I found this online, but the author is unknown....Dear Military Wife,I am an American woman that has no idea what is going on in the military other than what I hear on the news. I have never had to let go of someone so that they could go fight for people that they didn't know, people that sometimes do not appreciate or understand what they are fighting for. I have never had a sleepless night of

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Dear Jonathan,It is hard to believe that you are 8 years old today. It seems like I cannot even remember our life without you. You have brought us so much joy.I know that you are getting older every day, and every day brings more changes; but I hope and pray that you keep the sweet, kind spirit you have as well as your joy in life. You are so very special...one of a kind. God has great plans

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My husband Tim has such a burden for the military. He is currently in seminary at Liberty, pursuing a M.Div in chaplaincy so he can be a Navy chaplain. This burden led him to start the MANA Military Ministry at Thomas Road.At first, we thought that the ministry might reach out to the ROTC guys or the Nat. Guard guys at the local armory, as well as chaplain candidates at the seminary. Turns out

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A great blog post from my friend Rusty Goodwin:The Power of ZeroSo, I’m sitting at home the other day watching a program about the origins of mathematics. I know you are thinking to yourself “How boring is this guy’s life that he watches a show like that?” but hang in there with me. It was quite interesting.I learned that the numbers we use today originated in India. This culture was the first

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J's birthday is coming up soon, and we are trying to get his party plans all in order. Now if you know me, I like to have every little detail planned out way ahead of time, but this time, I just can't seem to get my act together!He wants a sports party with all different stations...basketball free throws, soccer goal, and lots more.The question is, how many children to invite. He has a class of

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Not too much going on here in Stantonland. J was supposed to have baseball tonight, but the game was rained out. I am actually kind of thankful... it is cold out, and I really didn't want to sit out there in the cold drizzle.I spent the day working with Sarah at the TRBC costume shop. She is really doing a great job getting things cleaned up and organized over there.We were going through a

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1 Corinthians 3 1. And I, brethren, could not speak unto you as unto spiritual, but as unto carnal, even as unto babes in Christ. 2. I have fed you with milk, and not with meat: for hitherto ye were not able to bear it, neither yet now are ye able. 3. For ye are yet carnal: for whereas there is among you envying, and strife, and divisions, are ye not carnal, and walk as men? 4. For while one

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ABOUT MOMThese questions were all answered by J (word for word)1. What is something mom always says to you?I love you2 What makes mom happy?When I obey3. What makes mom sad?When I don't obey4. How does your mom make you laugh?When she does something silly5. What was your mom like as a child?She was little6. How old is your mom?317. How tall is your mom?Big8. What is her favorite thing to do?Play

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Boy, am I a slacker or what? I haven't posted in almost a month...though I am not sure why. Every time I go to post something, I just can't seem to come up with anything.So here I am today at the urging (nagging?) of a friend. :) This week, my son is on spring break. It has been an absolutely gorgeous week so far...70 degrees every day. Well, yesterday, I had the blessing of being a mommy

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It seems I really have not had the energy or the desire to blog lately. I am not really sure why that is, but it has been a while.So tonight, I find myself wide awake at 2:30 in the morning...lots of thoughts running through my head, and I just can't seem to sleep. So here I am.Most of my thoughts are surrounding a ministry project I was asked to help with over a year ago. I was so thrilled to

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Today is one of those days where I just plain feel overwhelmed. Not because of the tasks ahead of me, but because of the choices ahead of me. If you are someone who knows me personally, you know that decision-making is not one of my strong characteristics. I am a great follower, co-captain, second fiddle. Though I can lead and have a strong personality to lead, I often choose not to because I

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Here is a very neat list that I found on another blog. You go through the list and bold the ones you've already done. Interesting!1. Started your own blog2. Slept under the stars3. Played in a band4. Visited Hawaii5. Watched a meteor shower6. Given more than you can afford to charity7. Been to Disneyland8. Climbed a mountain9. Held a praying mantis10. Sang a solo11. Bungee jumped12. Visited

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So this was definitely a big night for all of us Steeler fans! What an awesome game! Both sides played their hearts out.We haven't lived in PA for several years, but I grew up just north of Pittsburgh, so I will always be a Pittsburgh girl at heart. My guys decided this year to cheer for the Cardinals...a little bit out of orneriness and a lot because of the fact that Kurt Warner is a

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"But in Friendship... we think we have chosen our peers. In reality, a few years’ difference in the dates of our births, a few more miles between certain houses, the choice of one university instead of another, posting to different regiments, the accident of a topic being raised or not raised at a first meeting – any of these chances might have kept us apart. But, for a Christian, there are,

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Hi, friends. Sorry it has been so long since I have posted. We had a wonderful time on our cruise to Mexico. It was nice to be together as a family without the crazy business of cell phones and computers. Though I love these conveniences, sometimes I think they make our lives busier than they need to be.Anyway, before I go off on a tangent, we woke up to beautifully ice covered trees this

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Hi, Friends.The Stanton Family will be taking a break from blogging this week. We have an amazing opportunity to go on a Christian cruise to Mexico thanks to my wonderful boss, Charles Billingsley. You can check it out here.Anyway, we are looking forward to some time together. Hope it doesn't rain!Thanks, Kathy and Sarah, for holding down the fort. And thanks, Jacque, for taking care of our

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Hard to believe that another year has come and gone! Things have been a bit crazy in the Stanton house lately. We spent Christmas in Atlanta with Tim's family. Jonathan had a WONDERFUL time with his cousins Riley and Walker. We were also able to catch up with Angela and Larry Prince. My brother got engaged over the holidays and is planning a November 2009 wedding. We are so happy for Kenny

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I love Christmas...the family, food, fun and traditions. Here are a few of my favorite things...Movie- White Christmas, Holiday InnSong- Home for the HolidaysSweet Treat- My mother's turtles and my mother-in-law's peanut butter fudgeChristmas dinner food- stuffed shells or green bean casseroleTradition- Taking turns opening gifts one by oneWhat are some of your favorite things about Christmas?

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From our Christmas Letter:It is hard to believe that Christmas is almost here. When we were little, we always thought our parents were crazy when they would say how quickly the year flew by. Each day, we find ourselves turning more and more into our parents. They were wise people after all!We are living near the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains in Lynchburg, Virginia. Tim is working at Liberty

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For your viewing pleasure: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IUSRsmmCSP8

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I have always been overweight, or at least it seems so. I do have one medical issue that doesn't help things, but it is not an excuse either. Anyway, I have a really great doctor who is helping me out with that one issue, and I am proud to say I only have 6 lbs. more to lose until I get to my first goal weight. I still have a very long way to go, but gotta celebrate the little things...and I

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Just some Scripture I am pondering a bit today...1 John 1 1 That which was from the beginning, which we have heard, which we have seen with our eyes, which we have looked upon, and our hands have handled, of the Word of life; 2 (For the life was manifested, and we have seen it, and bear witness, and shew unto you that eternal life, which was with the Father, and was manifested unto us;) 3 That

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BARACK OBAMA: The chicken crossed the road because it was time for a change! The chicken wanted change!JOHN MCCAIN: My friends, that chicken crossed the road because he recognized the need to engage in cooperation and dialogue with all the chickens on the other side of the road.SARAH PALIN: You betcha he crossed the road, but let's not talk about that, let's talk about energy policy, and how hard

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Well, it has been a while since I have posted something new here. Thanksgiving has come and gone. We spent a week with my family in Pennsylvania. Needless to say, there was plenty to eat! :) We all were spoiled...sleeping in, not having to cook, cable TV. We really enjoyed the vacation.We spent time with some of our relatives, which was really nice. The older relatives had lots of stories

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Fridays are always a quiet day in my office. Usually, there are only three of us here, and today is no exception. So, I am listening to pandora.com's White Christmas radio. Lots of old, fun Christmas songs.This weekend, we will decorate the tree and start to get ready for the most wonderful time of the year when we celebrate our Savior's birth.In my mom-to-mom group at TRBC, we talked about

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Life Without Limbs :: From life without limbs, to life without limits - Nick Vujicic is a motivational speaker and non-profit organization that is spreading the message of hope around the world.

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I have been wanting to make this recipe...thought I would pass it along.  So if you make it before I do, let me know what you think. :)Creamy Double Decker Fudgephoto and recipe courtesy of Hershey.comIngredients:1 cup REESE'S Peanut Butter Chips1 can (14 oz.) sweetened condensed milk (not evaporated milk), divided1 teaspoon vanilla extract, divided1 cup HERSHEY'S SPECIAL DARK Chocolate Chips or

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HYMN TO HITLERPosted by: Lori Kalner on Wednesday, October 01, 2008Hymn to Hitlerby Lori KalnerIn Germany, when Hitler came to power, it was a time of terrible financial depression. Money was worth nothing. In Germany people lost homes and jobs, just like in the American Depression in the 1930s, which we have read about in Thoene’s Shiloh books. In those days, in my homeland, Adolph

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Tomorrow is the day...don't forget to vote!It is our responsibility.  God, have mercy on our country.

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Do you remember those times as a child when Christmas was just a few months away and the JC Penney catalog used to come?  I loved flipping through all of those pages and pages of toys picking out what I wanted for Christmas.I remember one year, I wanted a particular Barbie house...the Barbie dream house complete with pool and furniture.  Well, my parents were working very hard to make ends meet

Beckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06041675059814342599noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2321072396001682326.post-22723299621674125722008-10-17T08:50:00.002-04:002008-10-17T08:56:59.071-04:00

Last weekend, we surprised my mother in law for her 50th birthday. There were people from all over the US who came to help her celebrate. We had a great time with family and friends. Here are a few photos:

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We visited Murphy's Orchard this weekend and had a lovely time. The apples were delicious; the cider was yummy; and Tim especially liked the apple doughnuts.They had a few animals there, and Jonathan loved feeding them. Here are a few photos.

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I caught the end of the Vice Presidential debate last night, and I must say that I truly was impressed. The candidates were actually interesting to watch. I think what impressed me the most was that instead of typical mud-slinging politics, the candidates actually debated the issues.Biden came out calm, collected and didn't ruffle any feathers...probably what the Obama campaign wanted. Palin

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The air is getting cooler...the leaves are starting to change. Autumn is my favorite time of year! Makes me want to build a fire, make hot chocolate, eat soup and cuddle under a blanket.What is your favorite thing to do in the fall?

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Well, J lost his front tooth last night. So much for my baby; he is really growing up. :)

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As a child growing up near the Pittsburgh area, I grew up with a friendly neighbor at WQED, Mr. Fred Rogers. Everyday he greeting me with the assurance that I was someone special to him. He serenaded me with songs that made me feel special..."It's such a good feeling to know you're alive!" as well as "You are my friend, you are special" and many more. Mr. Rogers and his unlikely troupe of

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Life has been busy here in Lynchburg. The air is a tiny bit cooler today, and it is starting to feel like fall (which happens to be my favorite season).J is back in school. Second grade now. He loves his teacher, Mrs. Albert. He has lots of his friends from last year in his class, so he is thrilled.Tim will be starting seminary in October.And as for me, my life is crazy at the moment. Our

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Liberty has a great kid's club for the sports season. For $20, kids get into all of the home games for free. Plus, they get a free T-shirt and have great kid's nights like tonight. All members of the club got a free kid's meal and free ice cream. Plus, they got to meet several of the men's and women's basketball players. J got a ton of autographs and had a great time...though he wasn't too

Beckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06041675059814342599noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2321072396001682326.post-66417969061976748982008-08-15T20:33:00.001-04:002008-08-15T20:43:48.316-04:00

Beckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06041675059814342599noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2321072396001682326.post-56911233043439967832008-08-15T20:13:00.003-04:002008-08-15T20:33:11.515-04:00

We have had a good summer...and each one of us has had some time away in some form, but we haven't had much family time. So to remedy this, we went to D.C. for a weekend and had a great time. Here are some photos from our weekend there.

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Beckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06041675059814342599noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2321072396001682326.post-19833391503512344402008-07-27T09:04:00.002-04:002008-07-27T09:10:32.226-04:00

This last week and a half has been a whirlwind of activity.Last Wednesday, I took J to PA to spend a week with my parents. He had such a great time. They took him to Hershey, visited the relatives, played, played and played. He is already ready to go back again.I left from PA on Thursday and flew to Memphis. I spent a few days with the Annie Moses Band at their Fine Arts Summer Academy. I

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I am on a trip for work this week, and I needed another book to read so I went to Lifeway to get another book. So what do I see on the shelf? Sisterchicks Go Brit. How fun is that? So I starting reading it and it made me think of my favorite "British" sisterchick. Makes me want to take another trip to London, that is for sure!

Beckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06041675059814342599noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2321072396001682326.post-51861135295499448652008-07-14T16:26:00.002-04:002008-07-14T16:36:34.074-04:00

Tim and I are celebrating our 8th anniversary today. Well, he is working late, and I had to work early. So, maybe we will get to see each other for an hour or so today.Hard to believe that 8 years have come and gone. Lots of changes. Lived in lots of states (FL, PA, MO, VA). Shared lots of laughs and lots of tears. Here's to you, Honey! May we have many more happy returns.Love you!

Beckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06041675059814342599noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2321072396001682326.post-21621994215710452282008-07-11T23:33:00.002-04:002008-07-11T23:38:13.016-04:00

So, I know Skype has been around for a while...and I know there are a lot of pros and cons, but I think it is pretty cool that I can talk to my father-in-law in Taiwan for free. We even use our web cam so he can see J when he talks to him. Amazing!I am trying to decide whether or not to ditch my long distance on my home phone and use Skype instead. Thoughts?

Beckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06041675059814342599noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2321072396001682326.post-29064963962798937842008-07-03T23:20:00.002-04:002008-07-03T23:23:57.937-04:00

So this year, we have a lovely three day weekend for the fourth. Both Tim and I LOVE to travel, but with gas being $4 a gallon, we decided to stay home.Tonight, we put up the tent in the backyard because Tim and J are going to have guys night and sleep outside. The weather is perfect...in the low 70s.We got out the charcoal grill and cooked hot dogs and s'mores and just sat around as the coals

Beckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06041675059814342599noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2321072396001682326.post-45774917866499130512008-07-02T19:39:00.002-04:002008-07-02T19:53:10.420-04:00

A couple of years ago, I worked at Second Baptist in Springfield, MO in the worship office. We had the BEST team work environment ever. We knew each other's strengths and weaknesses and utilized that knowledge to make an efficient work environment. Every summer we led a Summer Arts Festival...and every year, it got better and better.Since then, I have moved and my boss moved. And tonight is

Beckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06041675059814342599noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2321072396001682326.post-9782615468941989242008-06-24T17:41:00.005-04:002008-06-24T17:52:11.222-04:00

J's babysitters are on vacation this week, so I had to take him to the office with me today. He's a good kiddo...he plays on the computer or keeps himself pretty entertained when he is with me.And he LOVES Rusty...one of my coworkers who is so good about paying attention to J and making him feel so important.Well, Rusty and Adam were going to lunch together today, and Rusty asked J to go with

Beckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06041675059814342599noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2321072396001682326.post-282639370517737142008-06-21T15:26:00.007-04:002008-12-10T07:22:38.683-05:00

CHOCOLATE CHEESECAKE courtesy of Hersheys.comIngredients:CHOCOLATE CRUMB CRUST(recipe follows)1/4 cup (1/2 stick) butter or margarine1/2 cup HERSHEY'S Cocoa3 packages (8 oz. each) cream cheese, softened1 can (14 oz.) sweetened condensed milk (not evaporated milk)4 eggs1 tablespoon vanilla extractDirections:1. Prepare CHOCOLATE CRUMB CRUST. Heat oven to 300°F. 2. Place butter in medium

Beckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06041675059814342599noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2321072396001682326.post-19729167136213294462008-06-18T14:00:00.005-04:002008-12-10T07:22:38.981-05:00

Do you have those friends that you can call at midnight and talk to through wee hours of the morning?  You know the ones...you can go into their house and feel like family.  You know where they keep the can opener...and the extra TP.  :)  I am so blessed to have friends like that.  There's Katie...she lives farther than a reasonably priced phone call away, but when we are together, it seems as if

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