Turning 50, etc.

Yes, it's really true. I will be turning 50 in just a few days. I wonder how I got this old when I feel like it was only yesterday that I was graduating from high school, getting married, and having children.

I must say that my life has been truly blessed. I had wonderful Christian parents who taught me all the truly important things in life--that God has the answer no matter what the question. I am blessed with two great children who are Christians, involved in church, and have chosen wonderful Christian spouses. My beautiful 20-month grandson, Luke, has brought so much joy into our lives. It's hard to explain the grandparent thing, but it is as good as everyone always told me.

My sweet daughter, Laura, was in town this weekend because she wanted me to have a party for my birthday----and what a party it was. I was surrounded by family and friends, people that I love who for some reason love me too, even with all my short-comings. Laura, Nick, Christy, Michael, and Tommy did an excellent job planning the party. They enlisted the help of my sister Nancy, Tommy's sisters Deb, and Deina, and the result was wonderful.

Please continue to remember us in your prayers as Tommy continues to search for a job. He is a dedicated worker, and being out of a job is difficult for him. He is the kind of employee that "gives his all" to any job he does, and he thrives on work. He can only cut the grass so much.........he NEEDS to work!!!! The perfect gift for my birthday would be a job for Tommy!!! Seriously, we feel that God has something important for him to do. We ask that you pray for God's guidance in this area of our lives.