What is heaven going to be like?
My mind gets to thinking about it all, and after I've thought about all the beauty that is there, of which there is no way to even imagine, my thoughts wander back to what is really going to make it special.
1. Jesus will be what makes it Heaven for me.
2. Seeing my loved ones who have already gone "home".
3. Seeing my sons and their beautiful wives, and our granddaughters "over there". I can see them as they look around, trying to take in the FACT that "we've made it"! I know we will all be totally overwhelmed with the realization that......this is HEAVEN!
4. Meeting up with friends who made it to the other side before I did.
5. Meeting saints from all over the world, for the FIRST time!
6. Worship, praise, and adoring our Savior and King!
There is so much more that will make it Heaven, but the one thing I think of are the relationships I have made here on earth. As you see, #1 is Jesus...my Savior. I have a beautiful relationship with Him! I'm so glad I know Him, love Him and serve Him. He's the One that makes my life worth living. If it had not been for the Lord....where would I be?
Then, to think about seeing my family when we all get over there...wow...talk about laughing! We love to laugh when we're together here, but when we all actually realize we're in Heaven...well...the angels will have to step aside, because we are going to have a PARTY!
Tonight I was at a special meeting here in Lufkin. Go 2 Heaven Lufkin was wonderful! There were several UPC churches that gathered at the Civic Center tonight for a crusade. Eastview UPC and Pastor Hunt was the "host church" and they did a wonderful job of organizing a powerful service for the community. The music was great, the program of the service was well-planned, and the preaching by Pastor Hunt was anointed and very powerful. There were a lot of people in the altars, and I know some received the Holy Ghost.
When the altar call was given I went forward. I wanted to be where the action was, and there was a lot of "action". I smiled at one of the ladies from Cornerstone church as she was praying for a lady. Then, she stopped and told me "who" this lady was that was needing a touch from God. I couldn't believe it! I had stopped to pray for a lady that was raised in a church in Allison, TX where my parents had pastored before I was born. After she finished praying, I started explaining about this, and she said, "I know. I've already heard." :) I loved it! I then stepped back to speak to Sis. Clifton Boydston from Allison who remembered my parents. The lady I had been praying with was her daughter! It really is a small world!
After church, I went to eat with the "singles". My husband was not there because he is out of town, so I decided to go and enjoy the fellowship...and of course to EAT! :) I was sitting there and two of the ladies told me they remembered my parents and brother from a "long time ago", and I was overwhelmed once again about how neat it is to be raised in the church, and to remain a part of the people you were brought up to love and appreciate. I was so thankful that my parents had been part of an organization that they loved and respected, and that they took us to meetings in the district and to national meetings so that I could meet others "just like me".
As I write, my mind thinks about the awesomeness of Truth, and how great it is to have friendships/acquaintances from all over the world. These people love Truth with every fiber of their being! They would give their lives for "so great salvation"! I know a lot of these people personally, and I know the strong devotion they have for God, and the love they have for one another. These friendships have "stood the test of time", and the Truth is what has been our "common denominator". True, pure love from these beautiful people has kept me through the years, and has given me a solid foundation upon which to build strong relationships that have not crumbled.
No wonder when we all come together in one big meeting we can feel comfortable! Truth has set us free from the bondage of sin, and the attitudes that would divide. I'm thankful for God's love that we've been given, and I am thankful for the love of "fellow travelers" who have realized that we are only "passing through this land" and that our time here on earth is not for long. We have seen the "lights of home" and we intend to walk through the gates of that beautiful city, and we will enjoy walking on streets of purest gold...together.
What is Heaven going to be like? I guess we'll have to wait and see, but I think I've got a pretty good idea, because I've had a little taste of Heaven here on earth!
Monday, May 24, 2010
Saturday, May 22, 2010
My Heart Sings
Last night we went to the Installation Service for Pastor Jeff and Lee Jones. The presence of the Lord was felt throughout the service. One of the ministers that was introduced sang the chorus of this beautiful song: "Just to Walk With Him". My mind, my heart, my soul was like a sponge as I recognized the words to this song has been and still is my very heartbeat! I don't want anything to take the place of my time with Jesus! Here are the words.
For the last few days my heart has been singing songs of "yesterday", and as I sat at my piano here in my home, I felt the strength and power of the songs that kept flooding my mind. As I would sing I felt His presence come close.
Then...
Who wouldn't want to serve Jesus Christ? He NEVER goes back on His promises. He has been what He said He would be in my life!
I could go on and on "singing" these songs because they are in my heart and I love to sing, but I will stop for now. I trust you all have a wonderful Sunday in the presence of the King!
Oh, I just can't stop without this song that came to my mind. It was written by my dear friend: Bobbie Shoemake
When the trumpet sounds, I will meet you all on the other side! We just might hear it this week!
Just to walk with Him means everything to me.
Just to know He's there and His hand is leading me.
Though the world may pass me by, go their way, let me be.
Just to walk with Him means everything to me.
Just to know He's there and His hand is leading me.
Though the world may pass me by, go their way, let me be.
Just to walk with Him means everything to me.
For the last few days my heart has been singing songs of "yesterday", and as I sat at my piano here in my home, I felt the strength and power of the songs that kept flooding my mind. As I would sing I felt His presence come close.
I've been on the mountain with Jesus.
I've been in the valley so low.
But not one time has He failed me.
When to Him with my burdens I go.
So let me walk with you Jesus.
Don't ever leave me alone.
For without you I could never.
No, never make heaven my home.
I've been in the valley so low.
But not one time has He failed me.
When to Him with my burdens I go.
So let me walk with you Jesus.
Don't ever leave me alone.
For without you I could never.
No, never make heaven my home.
Then...
What can He do with a life that's steeped in sin?
What can He do with no hope of life within?
Lift up the fallen man, out of the sinking sand,
Through Calvary's saving plan.
That's what He can do!
What can He do for you? Low helpless, sad, and blue?
He'll do what other friends can never do.
He hears each time you pray.
Drives all the doubts away.
Turns darkest night to day.
What can He do with no hope of life within?
Lift up the fallen man, out of the sinking sand,
Through Calvary's saving plan.
That's what He can do!
What can He do for you? Low helpless, sad, and blue?
He'll do what other friends can never do.
He hears each time you pray.
Drives all the doubts away.
Turns darkest night to day.
That's what He can do.
Who wouldn't want to serve Jesus Christ? He NEVER goes back on His promises. He has been what He said He would be in my life!
I could go on and on "singing" these songs because they are in my heart and I love to sing, but I will stop for now. I trust you all have a wonderful Sunday in the presence of the King!
Oh, I just can't stop without this song that came to my mind. It was written by my dear friend: Bobbie Shoemake
It won't be long now, 'til we see Jesus.
It won't be long, 'til He appears.
The lights of glory are shining brighter.
And I just feel it won't be long.
It won't be long, 'til He appears.
The lights of glory are shining brighter.
And I just feel it won't be long.
When the trumpet sounds, I will meet you all on the other side! We just might hear it this week!
Won't we have a time when we get over yonder?
Thursday, May 20, 2010
No Regrets
I almost couldn't sleep last night. My spirit was stirred, my head was whirling, my stomach was aching and I felt like I was going to be very sick. The terrible thing was, that it wasn't a virus that made me feel this way. I'm sure you want to know "why" I was having such a terrible night, but I do not want to get into all the reasons. I just want to say, "I understand more than ever that the MOST IMPORTANT thing in life has been that Wendell and I would live in such a way in our personal lives and home that our sons would have the chance to be saved!! Tonight, as I look down the road behind me, and remember the choices we made for our home, and observe things as they are today, I can thankfully and humbly say...
I HAVE NO REGRETS...in the way Wendell and I chose to raise our sons.
I HAVE NO REGRETS...In the message of "separation and holiness unto the Lord" that my husband preached to our churches we were privileged to pastor. And I'm thankful that the saints of those churches lived what they heard coming from their Pastor, and that they were godly examples for our sons to follow.
I HAVE NO REGRETS...That we didn't allow our boys to play sports in school.
I know there are a lot of opinions about this subject, but I'm just saying what I'm glad WE did and didn't do. Both of our sons were very athletic and were approached by coaches to "play ball". We guided them away from it and prayed Jonathan and Andrew would understand our reasoning, would be obedient to us as their parent's, and would have a good attitude about not playing. We had a lot of fun at home, on vacations, in church, at church functions that we were involved in. We taught them that "church life" and "living for God" was FUN! They certainly didn't suffer from "a boring life". I thank God that He helped us with this decision and our boys never played "school sports". I do not boast, nor am I condemning anyone for what they may have allowed, but in the long run I must say "we made the right choice for our family".
I HAVE NO REGRETS...
That we were very careful in the "friendships WE had", because we knew "spirits and attitudes" of others could affect our sons and their decisions later in life. Yes, there were times we were invited to "go and do something with friends that may not have been sin", but looked down the road and tried to assess where it might lead us and our sons if we allowed ourselves to participate?
I HAVE NO REGRETS...
That we did not "go on vacation" with those who were "suppose to believe the same Bible truths we did", yet dressed in such a way that was diametrically opposed to what we taught our sons and saints, whom God had placed in our care. It wasn't always easy to make those decisions, because it could cause a separation from those we loved, but there was a question that nagged at our minds. "What if we go and the boys see them dressed like that and since they love and respect OUR friends they start questioning Bible doctrines we hold to? What if the "spirit of the world" is born in their hearts? When we look back down the road in a few years, will we "kick ourselves" for allowing our "looseness" to affect the spirituality of our sons?
I know I'm playing hardball according to some, but the most important thing to me and my husband was that our sons were saved! We had a healthy "fear of God" that would not allow us to give into the pressures of the age. No, we were not perfect in parenting. Yes, we made mistakes, but I believe God saw the desire of our hearts and honored our prayers for our sons, and the "stand" we took in our home. I still pray for them that they will be strong in Truth, separated from the world in dress and conduct, that they will love God with all of their hearts, mind, soul, and strength. I pray they will keep a clean reputation, and that they will not be swayed to let go of what they know is right by those around who have "found freedom from the bondage they were raised with". I pray they will lead their families in the "way of righteousness" and that we will all hear, "Well done thou good and faithful servant. Enter into the joy of the Lord forever". There is nothing more disturbing to me than to think about my children and grandchildren being deceived into thinking "it's just not necessary anymore"!
For anyone who would think I'm being too transparent in what I am saying, I'm sorry. Maybe me being transparent will help young parents stop and ask themselves some important questions that will help them make "right decisions" for their family. I do not want anyone to be offended. That is not my purpose for writing. Just let me ask one more time: If WE do not take a stand for the Truth and all we hold dear...how will our children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren be saved? If we do not "hold on to what we know is right"...how will WE be saved?
I could go on and say more, but those of you who read my blog and know me well know where I am coming from. You understand my heart. I am confident in that!
I plead with all of us to "live our lives" so that we can say...
I HAVE NO REGRETS!
Note: For those who have children who are not living for God...keep praying, believing and trusting that since you taught them and "trained them in the way they should go" you will see them "come back home where they belong". When they start down the lane heading home we will all be standing with open arms to welcome them! A message I heard when our boys were young gave me hope that "if we put the right ingredients into their baskets and they chose to reach in and throw all of it away and not live for God, we could be confident we had done our best"! Therefore, we could say, "I have no regrets." I pray God's tender mercies will follow your wayward son or daughter, and not let them forget what they know is "right".
I HAVE NO REGRETS...in the way Wendell and I chose to raise our sons.
I HAVE NO REGRETS...In the message of "separation and holiness unto the Lord" that my husband preached to our churches we were privileged to pastor. And I'm thankful that the saints of those churches lived what they heard coming from their Pastor, and that they were godly examples for our sons to follow.
I HAVE NO REGRETS...That we didn't allow our boys to play sports in school.
I know there are a lot of opinions about this subject, but I'm just saying what I'm glad WE did and didn't do. Both of our sons were very athletic and were approached by coaches to "play ball". We guided them away from it and prayed Jonathan and Andrew would understand our reasoning, would be obedient to us as their parent's, and would have a good attitude about not playing. We had a lot of fun at home, on vacations, in church, at church functions that we were involved in. We taught them that "church life" and "living for God" was FUN! They certainly didn't suffer from "a boring life". I thank God that He helped us with this decision and our boys never played "school sports". I do not boast, nor am I condemning anyone for what they may have allowed, but in the long run I must say "we made the right choice for our family".
I HAVE NO REGRETS...
That we were very careful in the "friendships WE had", because we knew "spirits and attitudes" of others could affect our sons and their decisions later in life. Yes, there were times we were invited to "go and do something with friends that may not have been sin", but looked down the road and tried to assess where it might lead us and our sons if we allowed ourselves to participate?
I HAVE NO REGRETS...
That we did not "go on vacation" with those who were "suppose to believe the same Bible truths we did", yet dressed in such a way that was diametrically opposed to what we taught our sons and saints, whom God had placed in our care. It wasn't always easy to make those decisions, because it could cause a separation from those we loved, but there was a question that nagged at our minds. "What if we go and the boys see them dressed like that and since they love and respect OUR friends they start questioning Bible doctrines we hold to? What if the "spirit of the world" is born in their hearts? When we look back down the road in a few years, will we "kick ourselves" for allowing our "looseness" to affect the spirituality of our sons?
I know I'm playing hardball according to some, but the most important thing to me and my husband was that our sons were saved! We had a healthy "fear of God" that would not allow us to give into the pressures of the age. No, we were not perfect in parenting. Yes, we made mistakes, but I believe God saw the desire of our hearts and honored our prayers for our sons, and the "stand" we took in our home. I still pray for them that they will be strong in Truth, separated from the world in dress and conduct, that they will love God with all of their hearts, mind, soul, and strength. I pray they will keep a clean reputation, and that they will not be swayed to let go of what they know is right by those around who have "found freedom from the bondage they were raised with". I pray they will lead their families in the "way of righteousness" and that we will all hear, "Well done thou good and faithful servant. Enter into the joy of the Lord forever". There is nothing more disturbing to me than to think about my children and grandchildren being deceived into thinking "it's just not necessary anymore"!
For anyone who would think I'm being too transparent in what I am saying, I'm sorry. Maybe me being transparent will help young parents stop and ask themselves some important questions that will help them make "right decisions" for their family. I do not want anyone to be offended. That is not my purpose for writing. Just let me ask one more time: If WE do not take a stand for the Truth and all we hold dear...how will our children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren be saved? If we do not "hold on to what we know is right"...how will WE be saved?
I could go on and say more, but those of you who read my blog and know me well know where I am coming from. You understand my heart. I am confident in that!
I plead with all of us to "live our lives" so that we can say...
I HAVE NO REGRETS!
Note: For those who have children who are not living for God...keep praying, believing and trusting that since you taught them and "trained them in the way they should go" you will see them "come back home where they belong". When they start down the lane heading home we will all be standing with open arms to welcome them! A message I heard when our boys were young gave me hope that "if we put the right ingredients into their baskets and they chose to reach in and throw all of it away and not live for God, we could be confident we had done our best"! Therefore, we could say, "I have no regrets." I pray God's tender mercies will follow your wayward son or daughter, and not let them forget what they know is "right".
Monday, May 17, 2010
Happy Birthday Daddy
Today is my Daddy's birthday. If he was still with us here on earth he would be 80 years old! I really miss Daddy and his wisdom. He was a man of true love, true character and true wisdom.I would like to sit down and talk to him about all the events that have taken place over the last few years in just "my families" life. He would be so proud of Wendell and all he is doing. His heart would swell with pride over his grandsons and the churches they pastor. I can hear him giving Jonathan and Andrew advice and then telling them they're "doing a great job". Then, he would say, "You're just a chip off the ole block". Of course, meaning himself! :) I can hear him telling me he loves me and then turning around and saying something about my husband, whom he loved very much. Yes, I miss his deep booming voice, and the "whisker hugs" he would give me just when his face needed to be shaved!!!
But, I can say without hesitation, one of the things I miss the most is hearing him talk about Heaven! Daddy LOVED to sit and talk, but when it came to his favorite subject Heaven, he could talk for hours about what he thought it would be like. The walls of jasper, gates of pearl, Jesus on the throne, worship and praise, and heavenly music all around. He loved quoting Revelations 21, and I loved hearing him quote it, and it seemed as if all of heaven came down! I wish he was here today so that he could experience all the benefits of his dedication and love for truth. But, since he is not here...I have NO DOUBT that he is HAPPY where he is in HEAVEN...(happy home above).
So, on this day, his 80th birthday let me say once again...
"Daddy, it won't be long till we will see you again. We know where you will be when we enter the gates of that city you preached about all my life. We know where you'll be waiting for us, and as soon as we can make our way through the streets of that city, we will meet you "in front of the throne". I can't give you a gift that is bought with money, but I can and will give you the gift of "meeting you again in front of the throne". When we get there we will have one BIG PARTY and it won't even matter what age you're suppose to be, for we will live on forever with a brand new body that will never grow old!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY, DADDY! We will all see you again soon!
Sunday, May 16, 2010
Relaxing Day
Today was one of those days we did exactly what we wanted to do...which wasn't much! Being on vacation is suppose to be that way. You're suppose to "wake up when you WANT to", "go to bed when you WANT to", "eat what you WANT to and when you WANT to"! LOL! That's exactly how we do vacation. If you don't WANT to do anything, don't! Whatever makes you happy and helps you RELAX...do it, or... don't do it! That's my "philosophy for a great vacation"!
I have been reading a book, my sister Karla told me about, and it has been so good for my mind. The book is written by: Joyce Meyer and the Title is: "Eat the cookie...buy the Shoes". I'm sure I don't have to say it, but just for the record, "I don't agree with everything in the book, but I do agree with the concept." So many people live under a "cloud of guilt" and they need to "lighten up and enjoy life". You cannot go back and change what's already happened, but you can go forward and have a life full of JOY!
You know...it's good to go on vacation! I've had people tell me they "never go on vacation because they don't have the time or the money". You don't have to have a lot of money to go on vacation. You can find something that will bring you relaxation just about anywhere. What do you ENJOY? Where are some places close to home, or maybe in your city/town that you feel peaceful when you visit? I think you understand what I'm saying. You really NEED to take time off and enjoy letting your mind rest! We get so caught up with "life" and the pressure sometimes overwhelms us. EVERYONE needs a break from it all. When you decide to go on vacation try not to plan every second so full that you don't have time to stop and rest! Sometimes it's good to "do nothing"! If you don't now "how"...then learn "how" by DOING NOTHING!
Well, I guess that's my sermon for this Saturday evening. I think I could teach a good Sunday lesson on this subject! Come to think of it...I HAVE taught on "making memories and enjoying life". Maybe "I" should have written that book!
Have a great Sunday!
I have been reading a book, my sister Karla told me about, and it has been so good for my mind. The book is written by: Joyce Meyer and the Title is: "Eat the cookie...buy the Shoes". I'm sure I don't have to say it, but just for the record, "I don't agree with everything in the book, but I do agree with the concept." So many people live under a "cloud of guilt" and they need to "lighten up and enjoy life". You cannot go back and change what's already happened, but you can go forward and have a life full of JOY!
You know...it's good to go on vacation! I've had people tell me they "never go on vacation because they don't have the time or the money". You don't have to have a lot of money to go on vacation. You can find something that will bring you relaxation just about anywhere. What do you ENJOY? Where are some places close to home, or maybe in your city/town that you feel peaceful when you visit? I think you understand what I'm saying. You really NEED to take time off and enjoy letting your mind rest! We get so caught up with "life" and the pressure sometimes overwhelms us. EVERYONE needs a break from it all. When you decide to go on vacation try not to plan every second so full that you don't have time to stop and rest! Sometimes it's good to "do nothing"! If you don't now "how"...then learn "how" by DOING NOTHING!
Well, I guess that's my sermon for this Saturday evening. I think I could teach a good Sunday lesson on this subject! Come to think of it...I HAVE taught on "making memories and enjoying life". Maybe "I" should have written that book!
Have a great Sunday!
Friday, May 14, 2010
My Birthday Celebration Day
When I woke up today I picked up my phone and saw that I had two missed calls from very dear friends calling to wish me a Happy Birthday. I called them back and had a wonderful time talking to them. They have been a part of my life for 26 years and have been loyal, dependable, caring and loving all those years. Thank you, "dear friends" for calling me today!
I then went to my Facebook and saw that I had 80 plus messages from friends and family!!!! For the last two days I had been receiving many Birthday Wishes, so when I saw so many more people who had written, I was totally overwhelmed. The messages have still been coming in this evening and my heart is full and running over! I am blessed to have you all in my life and I count it a privilege to be called "your friend"! Thank you for all of the beautiful, heartfelt words you shared with me today. I loved hearing from people from coast to coast, from foreign soil, and from a dear friend from Prince Edward Island, Canada. I also received text messages, and email wishes from dear friends and family! As I said last night....I AM BLESSED!
I have also talked to our children, and heard the sweet voices of my granddaughters. They made me SO HAPPY! The sweet voices of Jonathan and Brenda, Andrew and Mandy, and all four of my granddaughters is "music to my ears".
This morning my husband turned over in bed, whispered "happy birthday", gave me a sweet kiss, and turned over and went back to sleep! YES! I was so excited that he was actually "sleeping in". That in itself was a wonderful "birthday present" to ME! After we decided to get up and get dressed we took another drive. This time we went to the City of Coronado and saw the beautiful Hotel del Coronado. The grounds are meticulously cared for and the flowers are gorgeous.
This picture was taken across the street from Hotel del Coronado.
After leaving there we drove across the Silver Strand to the border of California and Mexico. It was quite a drive and we enjoyed seeing all the sights. We saw an RV area on the beach and I was wishing I had a motor home! It would be so much fun to camp there for a few nights. Maybe someday the Lord will allow us to have another one! (got a little sidetracked...sorry :) We drove on and when we got close to the border it was "bumper to bumper" traffic going across the border into Mexico. I don't know if that is a "normal" day or just the weekend traffic, but I wondered why there was so many people wanting to go across. So many questions....not enough answers!
We drove back to San Diego, then on to find a Foster's Freeze! My husband had already researched the whereabouts of one and took us right to it. I have so many memories at Foster's Freeze from when I was a little girl, so anytime I am in California I find the nearest one and go get me an Orange Freeze.
Oh, they are so DELICIOUS! They taste like a 50/50 ice cream bar and Foster's Freeze is the only place I know that make them so delicious! After all these years they are still the same.
I must go back in time: When I was a tiny, little girl I remember Mother giving me a bath, putting me in my pajamas, and taking me to the car to go for a ride. Daddy would get in the car and start driving. We drove through Fresno, sometimes through the park, and then on to Foster's Freeze to get an ice cream cone. Those were the BEST ice cream cones I had ever eaten! We never went home until the last drop was eaten and by the time we arrived home it was time for bed. I loved crawling under the covers and letting the "window cooler" blow across the foot of my bed, and I loved "hunkering down" in the soft covers. Those nights were like heaven to this "little girl". So, now you know why I love Foster's Freeze!
To top off my "birthday celebration" I chose to go to Tio Leo's to eat. We thought about going to a restaurant that overlooked the bay to watch the sunset, but loving California Mexican food like we do, I chose to go eat at this "home-grown restaurant" here in San Diego. It was delicious!
I can truthfully and honestly say, "today I didn't worry about diet"! :)
It has been a lovely birthday! How could I ask for anything greater? Great family, great friends, great food, and all of this has been given to me by my GREAT GOD!
I then went to my Facebook and saw that I had 80 plus messages from friends and family!!!! For the last two days I had been receiving many Birthday Wishes, so when I saw so many more people who had written, I was totally overwhelmed. The messages have still been coming in this evening and my heart is full and running over! I am blessed to have you all in my life and I count it a privilege to be called "your friend"! Thank you for all of the beautiful, heartfelt words you shared with me today. I loved hearing from people from coast to coast, from foreign soil, and from a dear friend from Prince Edward Island, Canada. I also received text messages, and email wishes from dear friends and family! As I said last night....I AM BLESSED!
I have also talked to our children, and heard the sweet voices of my granddaughters. They made me SO HAPPY! The sweet voices of Jonathan and Brenda, Andrew and Mandy, and all four of my granddaughters is "music to my ears".
This morning my husband turned over in bed, whispered "happy birthday", gave me a sweet kiss, and turned over and went back to sleep! YES! I was so excited that he was actually "sleeping in". That in itself was a wonderful "birthday present" to ME! After we decided to get up and get dressed we took another drive. This time we went to the City of Coronado and saw the beautiful Hotel del Coronado. The grounds are meticulously cared for and the flowers are gorgeous.
This picture was taken across the street from Hotel del Coronado.
After leaving there we drove across the Silver Strand to the border of California and Mexico. It was quite a drive and we enjoyed seeing all the sights. We saw an RV area on the beach and I was wishing I had a motor home! It would be so much fun to camp there for a few nights. Maybe someday the Lord will allow us to have another one! (got a little sidetracked...sorry :) We drove on and when we got close to the border it was "bumper to bumper" traffic going across the border into Mexico. I don't know if that is a "normal" day or just the weekend traffic, but I wondered why there was so many people wanting to go across. So many questions....not enough answers!We drove back to San Diego, then on to find a Foster's Freeze! My husband had already researched the whereabouts of one and took us right to it. I have so many memories at Foster's Freeze from when I was a little girl, so anytime I am in California I find the nearest one and go get me an Orange Freeze.
Oh, they are so DELICIOUS! They taste like a 50/50 ice cream bar and Foster's Freeze is the only place I know that make them so delicious! After all these years they are still the same. I must go back in time: When I was a tiny, little girl I remember Mother giving me a bath, putting me in my pajamas, and taking me to the car to go for a ride. Daddy would get in the car and start driving. We drove through Fresno, sometimes through the park, and then on to Foster's Freeze to get an ice cream cone. Those were the BEST ice cream cones I had ever eaten! We never went home until the last drop was eaten and by the time we arrived home it was time for bed. I loved crawling under the covers and letting the "window cooler" blow across the foot of my bed, and I loved "hunkering down" in the soft covers. Those nights were like heaven to this "little girl". So, now you know why I love Foster's Freeze!To top off my "birthday celebration" I chose to go to Tio Leo's to eat. We thought about going to a restaurant that overlooked the bay to watch the sunset, but loving California Mexican food like we do, I chose to go eat at this "home-grown restaurant" here in San Diego. It was delicious!
I can truthfully and honestly say, "today I didn't worry about diet"! :)It has been a lovely birthday! How could I ask for anything greater? Great family, great friends, great food, and all of this has been given to me by my GREAT GOD!
Today Is My Birthday
Today is my birthday and I'm with my husband in beautiful San Diego! We have been having a wonderful vacation and enjoying the ocean scenes, and all the gorgeous flowers that grow so effortlessly in this city.
Today we went out to LaJolla Cove to enjoy the sunset. 
The weather has been so beautiful since we arrived. It's been in the middle to upper 60's! At times I have had to put on a jacket. I'm just not use to the "chill" that comes off of the ocean, but I'm enjoying it!
There is so much to say about "where I am at this time in my life".
I am so blessed... that "my children walk with the Lord".
I am blessed... to have FOUR gorgeous granddaughters!
I am blessed to have two awesome "daughters-in-law" who chose to marry my two incredible sons!
I am blessed... to have my loving husband, whom I have loved since I was 12 years old! We have now been married 37 years! I think we're just starting to "fall in love"! LOL! Loving him has been my JOY, and going through this life with him has been wonderful!
I am blessed... to have my sisters, Ronda and Karla. They are wonderful sisters! I love being with them anytime we can be together...and I love their husbands and families, too. We laugh a lot when we're together, and just have FUN!
And, I am blessed... to have my friends. They mean the world to me!!! They are "there" with me through my sorrows and joys. God gave them to me, and I love having them in my life!
God has been so GOOD to me! I have nothing to complain about, and everything to be "thankful for". HE is the reason I have such a lovely life.
I am blessed and I am so thankful that I know HIM!
We will be here for awhile longer, and each day I am going to enjoy it to the fullest!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO ME!
I am blessed....
Today we went out to LaJolla Cove to enjoy the sunset. 
The weather has been so beautiful since we arrived. It's been in the middle to upper 60's! At times I have had to put on a jacket. I'm just not use to the "chill" that comes off of the ocean, but I'm enjoying it!
There is so much to say about "where I am at this time in my life".I am so blessed... that "my children walk with the Lord".
I am blessed... to have FOUR gorgeous granddaughters!
I am blessed to have two awesome "daughters-in-law" who chose to marry my two incredible sons!
I am blessed... to have my loving husband, whom I have loved since I was 12 years old! We have now been married 37 years! I think we're just starting to "fall in love"! LOL! Loving him has been my JOY, and going through this life with him has been wonderful!
I am blessed... to have my sisters, Ronda and Karla. They are wonderful sisters! I love being with them anytime we can be together...and I love their husbands and families, too. We laugh a lot when we're together, and just have FUN!And, I am blessed... to have my friends. They mean the world to me!!! They are "there" with me through my sorrows and joys. God gave them to me, and I love having them in my life!
God has been so GOOD to me! I have nothing to complain about, and everything to be "thankful for". HE is the reason I have such a lovely life.
I am blessed and I am so thankful that I know HIM!
We will be here for awhile longer, and each day I am going to enjoy it to the fullest!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO ME!
I am blessed....
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