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Just wondering if anyone has heard from our friend STORMCHASER??  I know he went out as a missionary over the Summer-right?  Just wondering when he will return--or how the missionary trip is going?

This is for all of you that are computer literate LOL!!  I'm not sure, but I think my computer is getting sick-hope it's not a virus.  I have McAffee, Ad Aware, and SpyBlaster on it-so I can't imagine a little intruder getting in it--but I guess anythings possible!!  I do all of the temporary file clean outs etc. on a daily basis-remove cookies etc.  BUT.................

it has started making a loud "winding" noise where the fan is--only if we are on the computer for  a long period of time OR if we are on a page that has alot of "flash" stuff on it.  Sometimes when we are on "My Space" it runs very slow and the cursor moves in very slow motion.  I have plenty of memory left-so I doubt that could be the problem. 

I had the computer cleaned out etc. last year due to viruses--and it was basically "rebuilt". 

ANY suggestions out there?  Anything I can check on myself before paying big bucks to get it looked at???

NOW-that I have your attention LOL!  I was wondering how many of you suffer from migraine headaches and how often do you get them??

I suffer from migraines and seem to be getting them atleast 2 to 4 times a month, which is more than usual.  I HATE taking the prescription meds because they make me soooooooooo drowsy.  I WILL take them-if the migraine is unbearable-but if it's a weekday then I have to take another medication-like an over the counter one.  They physician I work for takes a "Sams Choice" Migraine Formula-which works for me sometimes--but the relief doesn't last all day and I find myself having to take 4 to 6 of them in a day.  Most over the counter meds have caffeine in them-which I find strange because they tell you to stay away from caffeine if you suffer from migraines. 

What do you do for your migraines--other than taking prescription meds?  Are your migraines so debilitating that you are unable to function at your job?  Do you feel there is anything you eat or drink that causes an onset of your headache?  Does your headache also cause you to be nauseated?  What other signs/symptoms occur with your headaches??

Common symptoms of migraine include:

• Throbbing or pulsating headache on one side of your head.
• Moderate to severe headache intensity.
• Your headache getting worse with routine physical activity.
• Nausea, vomiting, or both.
• Sensitivity to light and noise, and sometimes smells.

I think this little poem just about sums it all up-don't you?  I especially like the last part--I've highlighted it.  Being a Christian doesn't mean you are above anyone else-or better than anyone else-or HOLIER than others!  Some people who profess to be Christians seem to have a "holier than thou" attitude, which isn't the way God intended it to be!!  It breaks my heart to see others act in that manner.  Please, take a moment to read this-it's awesome!!

When I say... 'I am a Christian'
I'm not shouting 'I'm clean living''
I'm whispering 'I was lost,
Now I'm found and forgiven.'

When I say... 'I am a Christian'
I don't speak of this with pride.
I'm confessing that I stumble
and need Christ to be my guide.

When I say... 'I am a Christian'
I'm not trying to be strong.
I'm professing that I'm weak
and need His strength to carry on.

When I say.. 'I am a Christian'
I'm not bragging of success.
I'm admitting I have failed
and need God to clean my mess.

When I say... 'I am a Christian'
I'm not claiming to be perfect,
My flaws are far too visible
but, God believes I am worth it.

When I say... 'I am a Christian'
I still feel the sting of pain..
I have my share of heartaches,
so I call upon His name.

When I say... 'I am a Christian'
I'm not holier than thou,
I'm just a simple sinner
Who received God's good grace, somehow!

I actually try to read ALL of them LOL—not always on the same day I receive the emails, but I do eventually get around to reading them. If YOU take the time to send an email to me, then it must be something AWESOME you want me to read!! There are some people who send emails to me-and I KNOW I'm going to get a great LAUGH when I open it-some always send the “kleenex” emails—and I'm usually prepared for those too LOL!

I know of some people who just hit the “delete” key all the way down on most of their emails, not even taking the time to read them—which is very, very sad. If someone thinks enough of you to send an email to you—why not take the time to read it???

Wow!  I was so SHOCKED this morning when I heard of the untimely passing of Dottie Rambo-who is a legend in country and gospel music today!!  She wrote soooooooooo many songs that were recorded by top artist and Dottie herself sang her own songs as well as recorded them.  She will be missed--but is in a better place!!

Joyce "Dottie" Rambo, an influential gospel singer and songwriter, died early Sunday when her tour bus ran off the highway and struck an embankment. She was 74.

It was unclear whether the crash was related to the severe storms and tornadoes that hit the region on Saturday. Storms also swept through the area later in the night, according to the National Weather Service.

Rambo, of Nashville, Tenn., was on her way to a Mother's Day performance in Texas, according to her Web site.

"She was a giant in the gospel music industry," said Beckie Simmons, Rambo's agent. "Dolly Parton recorded some of her songs."

Rambo has had more than 2,500 published songs, including gospel classics such as "He Looked Beyond My Fault and Saw My Need" and the 1982 Gospel Music Association Song of the Year, "We Shall Behold Him."

I wrote this for my mom in law and wanted to share it with my blogger friends in honor of  Mothers Day!!

THANK YOU

Twenty-nine years ago, you gave me your son,
Praying that I was really "the one!"
You welcomed me into you home and heart
And into your family; I became a part.

You give me the love I've never had,
The love that comes from a mom and dad.
I've always wanted a mom like you;
When God put us together, this He knew.

You're always there every time I call,
And you're there to catch me when I fall.
You're there to hold me when I cry,
And you always somehow, seemingly, know why.

I just want to say "Thank You" on this Mothers Day,
Thank you for being here and never looking away.
Thank you for trusting me with your son,
I want you to know mom--you're number one!

Most of you don't know, but I come from an abusive (both sexual and physical) homelife.  My mom and step dad were alcoholics and he constantly beat my mother, my sister and myself.  He sexually abused my sister and I-and our mother was aware of this.  If it weren't for my mother and father in law and my WONDERFUL husband I can't imagine what my life would be like now!!  My mother in law loved me unconditionally-still does!  She taught me how to raise a child the right way--I thought the way to discipline a child was to slap them across the face and scream and yell at them-because that is the way I was raised. 

So MOM-I thought it was only fitting to tell you how much I LOVE and appreciate everything you have done for me!!  I thank you sooooo much for your loving kindness and guidance throughout the years--and I know I haven't been an easy "child" to raise LOL! 

This is kind of early-but I wanted to wish each of you a HAPPY and BLESSED EASTER!!

I was watching GMC last night and Randy Owen from the group "Alabama" was singing songs from his new "project".  It is his favorite hymns. 

What's your favorite hymn?  Does it bring back fond memories when you sing it? 

One of the songs he sang was "Suppertime".  I can remember standing around my BigMomma's (my mother's mother) piano-my Aunt would play Suppertime and we would all sing the song-my BigMomma loved that song-I can still hear her singing it now!!

My favorite hymn is "Standing on the Promises".  Everytime we would have an old fashioned "singing" at my Memaw's church in Alabama, she would always request that song-I grew to love it and still do to this day.  Everytime I sing the song, it takes me back to that little old Baptist Church in Alabama--sitting in the pew--singing my little heart out!! 

What's your favorite hymn-or Gospel song? What fond memories do you have of the song?

Of course, Amazing Grace, Old Rugged Cross and How Great Thou Art are at the top of my list too!! 

When God closes a window-he opens a door and it's not always in our timing, but HIS!!

My boss (doctor) of 12yrs. PLUS sadly retired this month. I didn't worry or fret about another job—I had faith that GOD would take care of the situation for me. NOW-I'm not going to say that I didn't worry a little-or wonder—what I was going to do-because I did!! BUT-I just didn't totally consume myself in worry.

To make a long story short-once the “word got out” that my wonderful employer was retiring-the windows of opportunity were overwhelming to say the least LOL!! I had to sit back and really take it all in for a few days LOL! I had several job offers, but I have taken a job with a physician whom I know very well and his ofc. Mgr. is a great friend of mine!! I'm not making very much more money—but I'll get a raise in a few months. People tell me if I went into Houston I would make a lot more money, but I need to be in town since I take my oldest grandson to school every morning-I made this commitment to him at the first of the school year and I can't let him down LOL!

So I'm taking 2 weeks off just to get things done around the house etc.-then I start my new job!! THANK YOU to everyone who was praying for me-what a blessing!!!

'Twas the night before Jesus came
and all through the house
Not a creature was praying,
not one in the house.

Their Bibles were lain on the
shelf without care
In hopes that Jesus would not
come there.

The children were dressing to
crawl into bed,
Not once ever kneeling or
bowing a head.

And Mom in her rocker with
babe on her lap
Was watching the Late Show
while I took a nap.

When out of the East there
arose such a clatter,
I sprang to my feet to see what
was the matter.

Away to the window I flew
like a flash
Tore open the shutters and
threw up the sash!

When what to my wondering eyes
should appear
But angels proclaiming that
Jesus was here.

With a light like the sun
sending forth a bright ray
I knew in a moment this must
be The Day!

The light of His face made me
cover my head
It was Jesus! returning just
like He had said.

And though I possessed worldly
wisdom and wealth
I cried when I saw Him in
spite of myself.

In the Book of Life which He
held in His hand
Was written the name of every
saved man.

He spoke not a word as He
searched for my name;
When He said "It's not here" my
head hung in shame.

The people whose names had been
written with love
He gathered to take to His
Father above.

With those who were ready He rose
without sound
While all the rest were left
standing around.

I fell to my knees, but it
was too late;
I had waited too long and this
sealed my fate.

I stood and I cried as they
rose out of sight;
Oh, if only I had been
ready tonight.

In the words of this poem the
meaning is clear;
The coming of Jesus is
drawing near.

There's only one life and when
comes the last call
We'll find that the Bible was
true after all!

So what do you see??

Just wanted to wish everyone a HAPPY THANKSGIVING!!  Be thankful for all that you have and all that you are going to have!!  Blessings to each and every one of you!!