When I was a freshman in high school I read this book "The Hiding Place" The triumphant true story of Corrie Ten Boom and then I copied the diagram of the Beje out of the book for a book report on it.
There are times when I think, I've got it hard, why me? But then I think of this woman, and her family who were the courageous rescuers of many Jews and others who were targeted by the Nazi's during WWII.
What sticks out to me, is the strong faith and Christian kindness of the Ten Boom family. I love both of the sisters, Corrie and Betsey, I love how they support and care for each other.
They were such honest and simple people who continually lived their religion. Even in the midst of the concentration camp that they were sent to after being captured by the Gestapo, they were able to help and inspire others.
These women lost everything, Corrie eventually lost her family and her beloved Betsie, yet she was a beacon of love and hope for many years after her rescue from the camp.
I always seem to gravitate to these types of stories, these types of people when I am going through a hard time myself.
At times I need courage, and I find it through others words, others faith, others strength. I am so grateful for what I have, even when times are tough.
Tuesday, December 22, 2009
Tuesday, December 15, 2009
Shalom means peace, can I have some?
Today has been crazy busy, but nice...
My cousineth Julene came over and watched Roxie for me so that I could run around and get errands done, thank you, thank you Julene! It was nice to talk to you and catch up a bit.
Angie is a narrator in an elementary school adaptation of the classic "A Christmas Carol" so I had to bring her up there at 5, then I came home to cook dinner but then ended up being late for the play (and thus missing it, OI) Lucky for me I have a second chance as they have another performance tomorrow.
I found out that I had somehow missed the fun "Night out with Santa" that we were invited to... why? Because I was up in AF applying for a job... we'll see if I get it... it made me sad that we missed the Santa thing though because the kids would have enjoyed getting a nice gift...
After picking up Angie from the play the kids and I went over to Blockbuster and rented a few movies... which we put to good use as soon as we got here. :)
I've been filling out job applications all night, yippee.... it is so much fun, you all should try that as a relaxing hobby, or maybe I need to treat it like it's a relaxing hobby... maybe it'll send out good happy vibes... hehe
Let's all link arms and sing now, Koombia me lord Koombia... (I've probably misspelled that btw... the suggestions from the speller though are "Kumquat," "Columbia," or "Kookaburra" so I think I'll stick with my version) Well I will wish you all peace then Shalom...
My cousineth Julene came over and watched Roxie for me so that I could run around and get errands done, thank you, thank you Julene! It was nice to talk to you and catch up a bit.
Angie is a narrator in an elementary school adaptation of the classic "A Christmas Carol" so I had to bring her up there at 5, then I came home to cook dinner but then ended up being late for the play (and thus missing it, OI) Lucky for me I have a second chance as they have another performance tomorrow.
I found out that I had somehow missed the fun "Night out with Santa" that we were invited to... why? Because I was up in AF applying for a job... we'll see if I get it... it made me sad that we missed the Santa thing though because the kids would have enjoyed getting a nice gift...
After picking up Angie from the play the kids and I went over to Blockbuster and rented a few movies... which we put to good use as soon as we got here. :)
I've been filling out job applications all night, yippee.... it is so much fun, you all should try that as a relaxing hobby, or maybe I need to treat it like it's a relaxing hobby... maybe it'll send out good happy vibes... hehe
Let's all link arms and sing now, Koombia me lord Koombia... (I've probably misspelled that btw... the suggestions from the speller though are "Kumquat," "Columbia," or "Kookaburra" so I think I'll stick with my version) Well I will wish you all peace then Shalom...
Saturday, December 12, 2009
Grumble, Grrr... Yawn
Hello world out there, this is a quick update to say that nothing is going according to plan, everything planned has been rescheduled until further notice and that new plans are in the process of being made...
Er, yeah, that's it right?
Why is it that even simple plans like going up to see my brother in SLC get sidetracked from one night to the next morning... yeah, that's how things go sometimes. I spent the night with an onrey grouchy critter, namely my 3 year old with a fever, going from one room to the next to lay down and sleep (getting drinks of water in-between). From my room, to A's room (yes I was in a delusional stupor good thing I didn't wake A up when I lied down on her bottom bunk with R), back to my room, down to the living room where I found myself early this morning snuggled up against 3 pillows, R ensconced by my side, the cat on top (in a particularly warm spot on my chest), and S at my feet at the other end of the couch.... well trying to slip out of that didn't work, I woke R up from trying to escape. So I brought her upstairs and we went to sleep again in my bed.
Needless to say, I feel like a lawn mower ran me over... as much as I wanted to go up to SLC I just couldn't Argh!! I'm so tired, can someone take over my life for a bit so that I can take a nap?
Anyway, good wishes to ya'll out there in the big ol' wide world.
What does it feel like to be happy and carefree? Oh yeah, even kids complain about life... so I guess I'll just have to fake it till I make it... :)
Er, yeah, that's it right?
Why is it that even simple plans like going up to see my brother in SLC get sidetracked from one night to the next morning... yeah, that's how things go sometimes. I spent the night with an onrey grouchy critter, namely my 3 year old with a fever, going from one room to the next to lay down and sleep (getting drinks of water in-between). From my room, to A's room (yes I was in a delusional stupor good thing I didn't wake A up when I lied down on her bottom bunk with R), back to my room, down to the living room where I found myself early this morning snuggled up against 3 pillows, R ensconced by my side, the cat on top (in a particularly warm spot on my chest), and S at my feet at the other end of the couch.... well trying to slip out of that didn't work, I woke R up from trying to escape. So I brought her upstairs and we went to sleep again in my bed.
Needless to say, I feel like a lawn mower ran me over... as much as I wanted to go up to SLC I just couldn't Argh!! I'm so tired, can someone take over my life for a bit so that I can take a nap?
Anyway, good wishes to ya'll out there in the big ol' wide world.
What does it feel like to be happy and carefree? Oh yeah, even kids complain about life... so I guess I'll just have to fake it till I make it... :)
Wednesday, December 9, 2009
How we do it
What is it that defines success in today's world? Status symbols, security
I could go for a bit of security just now
It seems that in today's world beauty and youth symbolize success, how fleeting
How incredibly ironic
It feels as if I am in a race, trying to churn out the talent that I need in order to land a job, anywhere
and I am here, with my daughter, age 3
She's the smartest little thing, constantly saying new things, things that make me realize how much she really knows.
My other kids, they work so hard, they are so sincere
But I fear
Fear that the world with its message of amusing stupidity will send them down a path that they will struggle to recover from.
Can they afford to lose these years in a cocoon of ignorance?
Yes I fear
I talk to them, I sincerely am trying to emphasis how much they need to know
but it is hard for them to grasp that isn't it?
I have to just sigh, and relax a bit, live life
and hope
That this world will be a little kinder to them then it has been to me
But then, my future stands to be good as well
I've learned the reasons, the modus operandi of life
Will it be enough? Well I hope so
On a more concrete level,
I'm trying to buy a little Honda Accord that our neighbors are selling, is it a fantastic car? Well at least the parts are cheap, at least I will have something to get me and the kids around, I won't be walking everywhere. It can be slightly dangerous in this winter weather to drive such a small vehicle but still, it's better than nothing.
Trying to pay off debt, luckily I will scrape by without too much damage to control in the debt department... a few thousand on a credit card (um, I didn't put it there) and a slight college loan (under a thousand). The only danger zone here is the Yukon which, well I didn't want this car in the first place because it's a gas hog, mainly though I don't get to drive it. I've had it this week due to certain circumstances, but I figure it isn't going to last, thus I'm fixing up the Accord.
Trying to get a job, hehe
Well I've started reading books to improve my employable skills, who knows what's going to help, I figure I need to go find some volunteer work and go from there, eventually the job market will improve, the question is when, and will I be ready for it?
I hope my friends that your holiday's are bright.
My kids helped me to put up our Christmas decorations, everything looks peaceful and beautiful in our living room.
Peace on earth?
It is found while the night grows long as you stare into the glimmering lights of the Christmas tree.
That is when I've felt peace.
Happy Holidays everyone, life does get better.
I think 2010 will be a good year, I know it will.
I could go for a bit of security just now
It seems that in today's world beauty and youth symbolize success, how fleeting
How incredibly ironic
It feels as if I am in a race, trying to churn out the talent that I need in order to land a job, anywhere
and I am here, with my daughter, age 3
She's the smartest little thing, constantly saying new things, things that make me realize how much she really knows.
My other kids, they work so hard, they are so sincere
But I fear
Fear that the world with its message of amusing stupidity will send them down a path that they will struggle to recover from.
Can they afford to lose these years in a cocoon of ignorance?
Yes I fear
I talk to them, I sincerely am trying to emphasis how much they need to know
but it is hard for them to grasp that isn't it?
I have to just sigh, and relax a bit, live life
and hope
That this world will be a little kinder to them then it has been to me
But then, my future stands to be good as well
I've learned the reasons, the modus operandi of life
Will it be enough? Well I hope so
On a more concrete level,
I'm trying to buy a little Honda Accord that our neighbors are selling, is it a fantastic car? Well at least the parts are cheap, at least I will have something to get me and the kids around, I won't be walking everywhere. It can be slightly dangerous in this winter weather to drive such a small vehicle but still, it's better than nothing.
Trying to pay off debt, luckily I will scrape by without too much damage to control in the debt department... a few thousand on a credit card (um, I didn't put it there) and a slight college loan (under a thousand). The only danger zone here is the Yukon which, well I didn't want this car in the first place because it's a gas hog, mainly though I don't get to drive it. I've had it this week due to certain circumstances, but I figure it isn't going to last, thus I'm fixing up the Accord.
Trying to get a job, hehe
Well I've started reading books to improve my employable skills, who knows what's going to help, I figure I need to go find some volunteer work and go from there, eventually the job market will improve, the question is when, and will I be ready for it?
I hope my friends that your holiday's are bright.
My kids helped me to put up our Christmas decorations, everything looks peaceful and beautiful in our living room.
Peace on earth?
It is found while the night grows long as you stare into the glimmering lights of the Christmas tree.
That is when I've felt peace.
Happy Holidays everyone, life does get better.
I think 2010 will be a good year, I know it will.
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