How Cool Is This!!!

For the first time, a Christian Band is on the cover of Billboard Magazine! If you want to read the article, go to their website and click on "to view the article": http://thirdday.com . It is really a great article!

I'm Looking Forward To Season Two

Season Two of one of my all time favorite shows "Ice Road Truckers" starts on June 8th at 9:00 PM on the History Channel. This video is from last season but it sort of shows how intense the show can get.

Did You Enjoy Your Memorial Day Weekend?

I enjoyed my Memorial Day weekend. Today was a little warm but it was a perfect day for going to the pool.

Prayer Request For Pastor Troy And His Family

"It Matters" Series Continues This Weekend

Watch It On The Internet If You Can't Attend

In Person: http://www.flamingoroad.org/

Please Pray For Pastor Troy And His Family

Pastor Troy's mother, Linda, is in the hospital with a brain aneurysm. She is going to have surgery this coming Tuesday if she is stable this weekend. Besides the aneurysm, she has some unexplained bleeding in the back of her brain. Pastor Troy's blog update yesterday also says that she suffered a stroke.

I got to know Linda several years ago. She is a remarkable person - an example of strength, courage and faith. Of course, she is facing a terrifying situation. We are all afraid when we face the unknown and she is no different. So I ask that you pray for her recovery and for God to give her the strength and courage she will need as she faces surgery. Also, pray for the well-being of Pastor Troy and all of his family.

Pastor Troy has been updating his mother's condition in his blog so if you wish, you may visit the blog at http://www.troyandsteph.com/

A Tribute To Our Heros

This is a special thank you to all of the men and women who have put their lives on the line to make sure that our country is safe and secure. Pray for our servicemen and servicewomen who are presently serving that they will return home safely. Honor the memory of all troops who have lost their lives in service to our country. I hope everyone has a safe and happy Memorial Day.

Prayers For The Chapman Family

Picture of The Chapman Family As Seen On Their Website

Yesterday, Maria Sue Chapman (5 years old), the daughter of Christian Artist, Steven Curtis Chapman, was struck by a car in the driveway of their home. She later died at a hospital in TN. I hope everyone will keep the family in their prayers. Chapman wrote and sang "Cinderella" about his daughters. Watch the video of this song above.

How Did They Do That?

Would you have ever thought to pile up a bunch of trash and make a shadow picture? Whoever did this has talent. Neat, huh?

Whoops !

Lots of dirt to clean off the porch

But my geranium survived

What happens when you are hanging your flower basket back on the hook and the chain breaks? Well, let me tell you. You have lots of dirt to clean up and then you have to do an emergency transplant on your broken plant. My poor little geranium suffered a little trauma and a few broken limbs but it wasn't anything that some fresh potting soil and a new container couldn't fix.

This Is Not Funny - Just Eerie

Mark Lee had this video posted on his Third Day Blog and I saw it there for the first time. Third Day was in concert and Mac was singing "Cry Out To Jesus" and he got to the part of "when you're lonely and it feels like the whole world is falling on you" - watch what happens to poor David, the drummer. By the grace of God, he wasn't hurt and the concert continued on. You might have to turn up the sound to hear the song.

He Did It Again !!!

Big Brown ran a dynamic race and won the second race of the Triple Crown series. At first, I got a little nervous because the reporters said Big Brown didn't like dirt in his face and he was in a position on the inside that might cause the dirt to hit him in the face. But he was pulled out and ran on the outside. He continued running to the finish line with almost no competition. The third race in Belmont will be in about three weeks - I think. I'm definitely looking forward to that one. Can Big Brown obtain the Triple Crown? I hope so! Best of all - there were no injuries.

Preakness

AP Photo/Gail Burton

My favorite, Big Brown can capture his second win in the race for the Triple Crown. I hope he does well and of course, that there are no injuries. I can't wait to see how he does - will do a follow-up after the race this afternoon.

A Great Outdoorsman

My friend Bobby has always been a great outdoorsman - especially hunting. He thinks nothing of going out in the afternoon after he gets home from work and bagging his evening meal.

Another Awesome Picture

This is just one of the many beautiful blooms on my hibiscus. I have always loved planting seeds and little plants and watching them grow. This hibiscus plant shows how rewarding the effort can be.

"All through the long winter, I dream of my garden. On the first day of spring, I dig my fingers deep into the soft earth. I can feel its energy and my spirits soar". - Helen Hayes

Awesome Picture

Reuters/Carlos Gutierrez (Chile)

You have probably guessed that I love unusual pictures of weather phenomena. This is lightning over an erupting volcano in Chile. The photographer certainly captured an awesome sight.

Well - How Was Your Mother's Day?

I hope you've enjoyed your Mother's Day - I did. My daughter and grandchildren live too far away to visit for the day but my dear children did remember me by sending me a beautiful African Violet and all of their love.

So my friends, Skip and Carolyn came by and took me to lunch. As you can see, I dressed for the occasion in my bling suit. Can you guess what we ate? Yes, my favorite, Bar-B-Q and hash and rice, etc. Yummy! I am so blessed to have a wonderful daughter and grandchildren who always remember me and also wonderful friends who are always so kind and thoughtful.

Vacation Planning

Decisions are so hard to make. I can't decide whether to splurge and go for the more expensive suite at the resort with the scenic view or the less expensive with a mediocre view. This is a decision that I will have to ponder because I feel like the less expensive the suite, the more money I will have to spend on tours and souvenirs. However, I would appreciate a lovely view. I will have to let you know about my decision after I've had time to think about it.

Happy Mother's Day !!!

Happy Mother's Day To All Of You Mothers!

To me, being a mother is one of the most fabulous blessings that God has bestowed upon me. I am the mother of one of the most generous, most compassionate, sweetest and most beautiful daughters that any one could have. She is also a devout Christian who is raising her children in a Christian home. Who could ask for anything more?

Well let me tell you about my two granddaughters! They are gorgeous, intelligent, kind, generous and Christ Followers. These three young ladies are the greatest gifts that anyone could ever receive. I thank God each and every day for them.

FRC Internet Service

Just a reminder - "It Matters" continues. This weekend's six services begin this afternoon at 5:00 PM. The teaching will be about devotion in relation to the church. Check out www.flamingoroad.org for the times of all of the services.

Pastor Brian's e-mail said there were 747 attendees and 38 countries reached by the Internet Services last weekend.

A Tribute To One Of The Greatest Country Singers

Mark Humphrey/AP Photo

Eddy Arnold 1918-2008

Eddy Arnold died today just a few days short of his 90th birthday. He was born in TN on May 15th 1918. Many of his songs played a part in my childhood and seeing the account of his death brought back many childhood memories. I can remember Eddy Arnold's song "Cattle Call" and how my father thought it was necessary to sing it each morning as he fixed his coffee. Each time I heard the song coming from the kitchen, I couldn't help but smile. My father didn't have a great singing voice but that didn't stop him and I am glad it didn't. I always enjoyed my father's renditions of Eddy Arnold's songs. I have added a video from You Tube of "Cattle Call". I am sure many of you will remember it when you hear it.

Beulah Baptist Church

Beulah Baptist Church Mission statement (copied from their website):

Beulah Baptist is a Church Family committed to:

Bring Glory to God by seeking first His Kingdom and righteousness;
Present the Good News of Jesus Christ to the world;
Bring people into a saving relationship with Jesus Christ, develop them to Christ-like maturity and equip them for the ministry in the local church and their life mission the world.


Our purposes are to:

Grow Warmer through Fellowship
Grow Deeper through Discipleship
Grow Stronger through Worship
Grow Broader through Ministry
Grow Larger through Evangelism

Beulah Baptist is located at 9487 Garners Ferry Road, Hopkins, SC. The people at this church are great people to journey through life with.

Check out their website: - http://www.beulahbaptist.com - link is also found on my blog.

Mixed Feelings

Morry Gash/AP Photo

I watched the Kentucky Derby today as I usually do each year. The race itself was great. Horses are such magnificent and beautiful animals. "Big Brown" was my personal favorite and I was so excited when he won - that win was well deserved. But "Eight Belles" fell at the end of the race after coming in second and had to be put down.

I don't know about you but I get kinda sick when something like that happens. That incident reminded me of the struggle of Barbaro in '06. He was severely injured and struggled for months to recover, only having to be put down. To see an animal hurt breaks my heart and to see one suffer and struggle to survive, only to die at the end is even worse. So, I guess I have mixed feelings about this year's race. Congratulations to "Big Brown", his trainers and owners and condolences to "Eight Belles", her trainers and owners.