Sunday services rolled around and we were so refreshed from being at The Apostolic Church. The presence of God was so sweet and strong. There was unity in worship and His presence touched us all. Sunday night, part of the service was focused on the new school year and those who are involved in any aspect of the educational system, and for the "kids" that were getting ready to start school today. Each student was given a prayer cloth to take with them into the new year, and if they wanted they could put it in their back pack and carry it to school with them. Then, we had special prayer for all of them. It was very touching and I believe God sent angels to surround each one as they began a new school year.
I taught Brenda's class Sunday morning and at the end of my lesson I quoted the song, "Fear Not My Child". So, after lunch with the church leaders and new members, Jonathan and Brenda practiced it, and I was privileged to play the organ with Sis. Karen Hughes as she accompanied them on the piano. Wendell and I enjoyed singing "No Other Name Has Meant So Much to Me". The saints seemed to really enjoy it. Several of them said they enjoyed the "new song". Some of you may have heard my husband say at one time that, "We are singing an old song tonight, but for those who have never heard it, it's a "new song". A "new song" is just one you've never heard before." That's my husband! He has a great philosophy! Maybe I can talk about that one later. :) One of the last things that happened in service, was the "Elms Family Quartet" which was made up of my husband and I, Jonathan and Brenda. Yes, my husband sang the bass! :) We had a good time of rejoicing as we sang "Lord, I've Never Been This Homesick Before". All of us who have loved ones on the other side were reminded that we will see our loved ones again! I love the second verse...
I can see the family gather; sweet faces all familiar.
No one’s old or feeble anymore.
This lonesome heart is crying; think I’ll spread my wings for flying.
Lord, I’ve never been this homesick before.
No one’s old or feeble anymore.
This lonesome heart is crying; think I’ll spread my wings for flying.
Lord, I’ve never been this homesick before.
After church there was a surprise birthday party for Bro. Cole. He turned 80 years old!
We love Bro. Cole so very much, and respect him highly.
School has started and I am glad! I've been feeling the excitement in the air from children about the first day of school. I love to hear the comments from parents about their house being empty now. Some are sad, some are very happy! That's just the way we're all made up, I guess. I am one of the "happy" parents. Of course, I had some mixed emotions from time to time, but for the most part I enjoyed my boys being in school. It was fun to watch them learn, and I enjoyed the routine of things. Life seems to "get back to normal" when everyone's on the school schedule. I enjoyed taking care of the house in the mornings and preparing for the evening meal. I enjoyed my time at lunch with my husband. I enjoyed hearing all the stories from school. And, I enjoyed the "to bed early" rule we had. You might as well enjoy life as it comes! So many people live wishing this or that was different, but kids are meant to grow up, and when you cut the "apron strings" and let them "take wings and fly" you'll be proud of them, IF you have prepared them for the "big world", and IF you have "done your homework" while they were "under your feet".
Since we were in Beaumont today, I got to see Scarlet go to her first day of Kindergarten. She was so excited! Savanna started 4th grade today. She had a hard time going to sleep last night. she couldn't hardly wait for this morning to get here.
Alayna is in 2nd grade now. I'm waiting to see some pictures of her first day of 2nd grade. I know she was adorable, as always. Ashlyn still has a couple years before she's in school. She's going to be "something else"! I laugh just thinking about it. Hopefully, we'll get up to see them soon.
I'm rambling tonight, but maybe you can make some sense out of what I've written, and AT LEAST I'M BLOGGING!!!!! :)
We love Bro. Cole so very much, and respect him highly.
School has started and I am glad! I've been feeling the excitement in the air from children about the first day of school. I love to hear the comments from parents about their house being empty now. Some are sad, some are very happy! That's just the way we're all made up, I guess. I am one of the "happy" parents. Of course, I had some mixed emotions from time to time, but for the most part I enjoyed my boys being in school. It was fun to watch them learn, and I enjoyed the routine of things. Life seems to "get back to normal" when everyone's on the school schedule. I enjoyed taking care of the house in the mornings and preparing for the evening meal. I enjoyed my time at lunch with my husband. I enjoyed hearing all the stories from school. And, I enjoyed the "to bed early" rule we had. You might as well enjoy life as it comes! So many people live wishing this or that was different, but kids are meant to grow up, and when you cut the "apron strings" and let them "take wings and fly" you'll be proud of them, IF you have prepared them for the "big world", and IF you have "done your homework" while they were "under your feet".Since we were in Beaumont today, I got to see Scarlet go to her first day of Kindergarten. She was so excited! Savanna started 4th grade today. She had a hard time going to sleep last night. she couldn't hardly wait for this morning to get here.
Alayna is in 2nd grade now. I'm waiting to see some pictures of her first day of 2nd grade. I know she was adorable, as always. Ashlyn still has a couple years before she's in school. She's going to be "something else"! I laugh just thinking about it. Hopefully, we'll get up to see them soon.I'm rambling tonight, but maybe you can make some sense out of what I've written, and AT LEAST I'M BLOGGING!!!!! :)
