I am back

 Hey my bloggy friends sorry I was away for a while again.

Christmas Day I had a bad fall, was down almost a week

January the 5th I got bronchitis

January 14 somebody stopped in front of me, I rear ended at about 6 miles per hour                                  no biggie, so I think.  

January 15th I couldn't hardly get out of bed, or walk, called my dr  they couldn't get                               me in until the 19 by time I get to the dr I was walking with a cane                                                            He gave me prednisone to help with the inflammation, yes it helped.  By day 2  I was feeling                   a little better.  Day 4 comes and the pain was so bad from the sciatica all I could do was cry.

Dr, orders exrays and PT  have 3 bulging disc along with 3 degeneration disc.                                            Go to first PT on Friday feeling fine the stretches the PT did felt good, I did my home                               exercises,  My next appt was for the following Friday,  Thursday I came down with                                     the 24 hr stomach bug, cancel PT.  Fast forward to Mar 3

I start sneezing. coughing (Oh great, allergies)  I had a 6 month routine visit, he noticed my                     coughing, confirmed it is cedar fever, I get yearly.                                                                                       This is Bible Study night, by time I got home from the dr I was beyond sick.

Laryngitis set in almost 3 weeks, took almost 2 weeks to quit the coughing.

Fast forward to April, I am feeling better yay.  Straight into storm season we go.                                         Now that I am a certified storm spotter I have to help the chasers.  OK weather has been                         totally crazy this whole month, already more tornadoes than a whole season.

I know that my Redeemer 

lives, and that in the end

 he will stand upon the 

earth.

—Job 19:25

bw photos jan 20 thru 27

day 20 old home built in 1845 

 

day 21 bw downtown Tulsa

day 22 bw cold day for an outting

day 23 bw just love old barns

day 24 bw can you find the frog?

day 25 bw its cool at some of the things nature makes

bw day 26 old courthouse built in late 1800s

day 27 bs lots of shapes

B/W photos Jan 1 thru 19

New Year

 

Today's Bible verse often varies by source, but popular choices for January 16, 2026, include Zephaniah 3:17 (God's joy and quiet love) or verses from the daily readings like Mark 2:1-12 (Jesus' authority to forgive sins) or 1 Corinthians 13:4-7 (Love's patient nature). Many translations emphasize themes of God's presence, love, and strength, like "Fear thou not; for I am with thee" (Isaiah 41:10). 

Where has time gone? How can it already be 1/2 thru January?  

In November I met with my new cardiologist, I really like him,  heis very thorough, and seems to care what is going on.

Dr ordered EEG and cardiac MRI went thru this test, praise the Lord my heart looks fantastic.   Further testing including today a cardiac nuclear stress test. I just received the test results ....

The most wonderful news ever!!  Praise the LORD my heart is healthy and no sign of  any blockages or abnormalities, regular or under stress.  I had a heart attack back in 2019, and was told I had CHF Congestive heart Failure, this Dr, has not found any indication.

Thank you Jesus for the healing power that you have given to me and the miracle that has happened.

advent

  This years advent study is on the book of Joshua, reading 1 chapter each day till Christmas Day

Joshua 1:9 key verse for day 1

Joshua 2:11 for day 2

3:5 for day 3

4:24 for day 4

5:15 for day 5

have you read  thru Joshua?  Have you noticed the parallels to the Story Of Christ?

First Sunday of Advent

Today, is the first Sunday of Advent

Readings for November 30, 2025

• First Reading: Psalm 85:8-13

Show us, Lord, your love; and grant us your salvation.

• Second Reading: Romans 13:11-14

You know the time; it is the hour now for you to awake from sleep. For our salvation is nearer now than when we first believed.

• Gospel Reading: Matthew 24:37-44

As it was in the days of Noah, so it will be at the coming of the Son of Man.

Have you ever participated in an Advent event? 

 How did you feel afterwards? 

 This will be my 5th yr doing something for advent.   This year it will be Bible Journaling everyday for the month.

Sunday 113025

 

• Jeremiah 33:3: "Call to me and I will answer you and tell you great and unsearchable things you do not know". This verse emphasizes that God is available and wants to communicate with you.

This is one of my favorite verses:   I call it GODS telephone line

Today, I am thankful not to have to be outside it is 37 feels like 20 burr.    I am also thankful that I finished my thankful month, yes I got behind but I got it done.

What are you thankful for today?

How is the weather where you are?

Saturday 112925

 

• Titus 2:14: Jesus "gave Himself for us"—not only to redeem us, but to form us into a "people zealous for good works".

Today I am thankful for HEAT, this morning it was 57 by time I went to town to get propane and groceries the temp had dropped 15* in an hour and half.  The heat sure felt nice, first time this year of having to turn it on.

Friday 112825

• Isaiah 1:18: "Come now, & let us reason together, saith the Lord: though your sins be as scarlet, they shall be as white as snow; though they be red like crimson, they shall be as wool".

Today I am thankful for the time spent with my family on Thanksgiving day.   I love how the LORD has been working with all of us.   Four years ago, my sister n law and I couldn't hardly stand each other, we sat at the hospital the day my mom passed and worked out our differences.   Fast forward to now, my brother and Sis n Law has both found the LORD and we are all what family should be now, friends not enemies

What are you thankful for?

How has God worked in your families lives?

Thursday 112725

 

Today's Bible verse is Psalm 112:5, which states, "It is well with the man who deals generously and lends; who conducts his affairs with justice". This verse encourages a life of generosity, kindness, and fairness in all dealings. 

• Meaning: This verse highlights the blessings of a life lived with generosity and a commitment to justice in all personal and professional matters. 

Today I am thankful for Thanksgiving, and getting to spend time with both  

 my brothers                           sister in law, nieces, nephew and all the littles, the food was phenomenal.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             

Wednesday 112625

 

• John 11:25-26: "Jesus said to her, 'I am the resurrection and the life. The one who believes in me will live, even if they die; and whoever lives by believing in me will never die'".

Today, I am thankful for not having any errands to do, so spent time cleaning up my house, cleaned the bathroom, kitchen *counters, sink, mopped and swept all the floors.

Tuesday 112525

• Proverbs 11:25 "A generous person will prosper; whoever refreshes others will be refreshed." This verse is frequently referenced for its message on generosity and blessing.

Today, I am thankful for our Bible Study group, the fun, fellowship, food all are what being involved with small group is all about.   These people have all become friends, along with my niece and sister n law.

How does God help you with small groups?

What are you thankful for?

Monday 112425

Psalm 5:3, "In the morning, Lord, you hear my voice; in the morning I lay my requests before you and wait expectantly"

Today I am thankful for the much needed rain we are getting.   Cooler temps and the rain, makes it seem more like Thanksgiving week

Sunday 11232025

   

Deuteronomy 8:6, "So obey the commands of the Lord your God by walking in His ways and fearing Him"

Today I am thankful for being able to attend church.  I love going to church, reading the bible, learning God's word, and singing to Him

Saturday 11222025

  James 1:17: "Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of heavenly lights, who does not change like shifting shadows". This verse can be a reminder that the goodness and blessings in your life are intentional gifts from God, who is steady and trustworthy regardless of circumstances. 

Today I am thankful for being able to study God's Word in peace and quiet.

Friday 11212025

  Isaiah 43:2, "When you go through deep waters, I will be with you. When you go through rivers of difficulty, you will not drown,"

Today I am thankful for getting to spend the day with a friend,  (returning home to find my door opened)  my little weenie dog was no where to be found, an honest neighbor picked her up so she wouldn't get hit,....I am SO thankful there are still honest people around

Thursday 11202025

 "Then call upon me in time of distress; I will rescue you, and you shall glorify me," from Psalm 50:15

 Today I am thankful for my humble little abode that I call home!  I am in the process of doing some remodeling, and making more my own.

Wednesday 111925

 

Today's Bible verse is Psalm 113:4: "The LORD rules over all nations; his glory is above the heavens"

Today I am thankful for the phone calls I receive daily of people just checking on me

Tuesday 111825

 

Today I am thankful for friends calling out of the blue to make sure I have enough food, and had made enough meals for me to last thru the week.   Thank you so much for this generosity.

Nahum 1:3

3 The LORD is slow to anger but great in power; the LORD will not leave the guilty unpunished. His way is in the whirlwind and the storm, and clouds are the dust of his feet.

Monday 111725

 

Today I am thankful for some much needed rain is going to be moving across OK in the 2 days

But grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. To him be glory both now and forever! Amen.

—2 Peter 3:18