I can't sing and other thoughts
Melanie - August 24, 2010
Ever since I read Sophie's post yesterday about the .Mom conference I've been thinking about various 80's power ballads that I'd be willing to perform in front of a crowd. Surprisingly, I don't believe there is a single one.
Mainly because my voice isn't really meant for public consumption. It's meant for the inside of my car. Where no one else can hear. Except for people who have to love me because I am their spouse or their mother.
But when I'm in the safety of my car you better believe that I can flat belt out some Separate Lives or Total Eclipse of the Heart.
So you should feel thankful that if you can make it .Mom in Birmingham next September, you'll be spared from my voice.
And speaking of thankful, I've been trying to not focus on the fact that it's hotter than Africa in Texas right now and count my blessings. Here are some things I'm thankful for today.
-That the second day of school went smoother than the first
-It will have to cool down sometime in the next forty days
-Which means I'll be able to wear some cute fall clothes and maybe even a chunky sweater
-My family is healthy and happy right now
-Jesus loves me in spite of knowing what a big mess I am
-I get to head to Richmond, Virginia for the LPL conference this weekend
-I have already made it to the grocery store for the week
That's my list for today. How about you? What are you thankful for today?
Melanie
Melanie
Sophie
Sophie
Paige
Paige
Kris
Kris
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I have a notepad that my husband and I picked up at the Courtyard by Marriott in Hoover, Alabama as we rested there a couple of weeks ago celebrating our 18 years of marriage. (Not sure why I feel compelled to give you all those details…wow!)
At any rate…the notepad…
At the top it says “Accomplished List - Much more gratifying than a to-do list, don’t you think?”
I began to think about my God and all He has accomplished in the life of my family and this is the Accomplished List for God I have made today:
Saving grace and redemption — I love the word “redeemed.” Probably the most beautiful word to me ever.
18 years of marriage to be thankful for. Life is not easy. Marriage is not easy. Without Him holding it all together, it would be chaos. But praise God that He does hold it all together!!
Children who are healthy and who are seeking God each in their own distinct way, but following hard just the same.
Thankful for a mind to memorize scripture. Trying to memorize Psalm 145 - a verse a day - starting today:
“I will exalt You my God, the King; and I will praise Your Name for ever and ever.” Psalm 145:1
Sorry to be so verbose. But He has accomplished so much in my life and for these things I am grateful!
Blessings, Dori
Posted on August 24, 2010 12:12 PM