It's that time of the year....

It's that time of the year....

Monday, December 17, 2012

Monday, a brighter day…

Thank you all for the comments on my short post yesterday.  I have pulled myself together and am focusing on the here and now.  I offer my prayers for the lost children and brave adults and see many new bright stars shining in the sky.  Thank you all for praying with me for my sister’s surgery tomorrow.  I feel God will be holding her hand and all will be well.

I was awake early this morning.  I have changed the bedding, started the laundry and put the turkey in the bottom of the fridge to thaw.  My son is coming Saturday and I have a lot of cooking to do on Thursday and Friday.  It will all come together and there will be lots of leftover.  I am looking forward to the mashed potatoes, dressing and gravy.  I am not much on turkey and ham is a big  no no for my BP.  But you know I will have a little piece anyway. 

It is cold and dreary out this morning at 36 degrees.  We have been issued our first winter storm warning for Thursday with up to 3 inches of snow.  That doesn’t  sound too bad but  factor in the blowing wind and it could get iffy.  I will have to go to the store early on Friday morning for last minute things.

I hope you all have a Blessed week.  Stay safe and be happy!!

Beth

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31 comments:

  1. AnonymousDecember 17, 2012 at 7:43:00 AM CST

    Glad you are feeling better today Beth. Say your prayers and then get on with your preparations for your son's visit. I'm sure you will have a wonderful time with him. Be careful driving on the winter roads!

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  2. ParsleyDecember 17, 2012 at 7:48:00 AM CST

    I had to pull myself together to post something though my mind is still on the tragedy.

    Hope you have a great week, even if it snows.

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  3. AnonymousDecember 17, 2012 at 7:58:00 AM CST

    Have a blessed week, Beth. You are in my thoughts & prayers. Peace & Hugs.

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  4. Cathy H.December 17, 2012 at 7:59:00 AM CST

    I would love to see a little snow. The kind that falls beautifully on the trees and ground, yet stays off the roads! Maybe I'm wishing the impossible! Stay save and enjoy your day!

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  5. NellieDecember 17, 2012 at 8:04:00 AM CST

    Good Monday morning, Beth! We LOVE turkey! I plan to have a turkey breast at some point when the family is finally here.:-)

    As a retired elementary teacher, I have felt a bit of closeness to the events of the past few days. I just cannot imagine the pain that all those affected are experiencing. I pray for God's strength and comfort for all!

    Peace and joy to you, Beth, during this season of honoring the birth of Jesus.

    xo Nellie

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  6. UnknownDecember 17, 2012 at 8:06:00 AM CST

    Hi Beth,

    Pleased you are feeling a bit better

    Be thinking of you and your sister tomorrow.

    Hugs Nita.

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  7. Alexis AKA MOMDecember 17, 2012 at 8:25:00 AM CST

    Thinking of you! Prayers go out to all those families and every person.

    Hope you stay warm!

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  8. AnonymousDecember 17, 2012 at 9:45:00 AM CST

    My older brother and his adult daughter will be visiting with us on Sat. for Christmas. Lots to do between now and then.
    Keeping you and your sister in my prayers. Love, Mildred
    p.s. if possible, I'd love an update on your sister after tomorrow.

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  9. JoeDecember 17, 2012 at 11:02:00 AM CST

    I'm glad to hear you've come around the bend some with your health Beth, I know that's a burden. Isn't it nice to have something good to look forward to? Good food and company is surely one of life's delightful blessings!

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  10. ConnieDecember 17, 2012 at 1:05:00 PM CST

    Prayers for your sister's surgery, Beth. I hope all goes well.

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  11. HeY JDecember 17, 2012 at 1:28:00 PM CST

    Good Morning Mama Beth....sending you prayers and yes keep the faith for surgery holding you both up to His grace.
    I am so glad your son is coming again for a visit enjoy & stay warm & safe. Love & HUGS!!!

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  12. JoanneDecember 17, 2012 at 1:39:00 PM CST

    Praying for your sister. Ugh snow...hope its not too bad.
    blessings, Joanne

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  13. HappyKDecember 17, 2012 at 1:46:00 PM CST

    I'm also praying that all goes well with your sister's surgery.

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  14. Michiko JohnsonDecember 17, 2012 at 2:46:00 PM CST

    Dear Beth,
    I hope your sister will keep the safe with surgery and you keep warm in the cold weather.
    Take care of all your family Beth!
    Michiko

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  15. Debbie JonesDecember 17, 2012 at 4:02:00 PM CST

    Glad that you feeling better. Will continue praying for your sister and tomorrow's surgery. Stay warm - sounds like cold weather is heading your way!

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  16. KarenDecember 17, 2012 at 4:12:00 PM CST

    I hope your sister's surgery goes well.Thanks for stopping by!

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  17. bjDecember 17, 2012 at 4:14:00 PM CST

    Dear Beth...I pray your sis will be safe...
    Like you, I turned the tv off because .....well.....you know.

    So glad you are preparing for a happy time with family. We will have our family gathering on Christmas Eve, is our tradition. We generally have fun foods...and lots of cookies, candies and maybe a cake or two thrown in. My freezer holds some mighty fine cookies right now. :)
    xo bj

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  18. momto8December 17, 2012 at 9:10:00 PM CST

    hope things go well with your sister.
    i really cannot think about too much...just so unbelievable tragic.

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  19. Jo-Anne's RamblingsDecember 17, 2012 at 9:11:00 PM CST

    We are not a big fan of turkey either but I do love ham and we have pork and prawns for Christmas Day along with a salad and baked potatos and I usually do a potato bake.

    Gppd to hear you are feeling more up today

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  20. BECKYDecember 17, 2012 at 9:15:00 PM CST

    Hi Beth. I'm so glad you're feeling better! And you're doing exactly the right thing....living in the here and now. That's all any of us can do...and should do. I'm happy your son is coming home, too. Whenever we have a turkey dinner...I only want all the sides! Stuffing, mashed potatoes, gravy, rolls, green beans, salads, etc....and of course, Dessert!! :)
    And one more thing...I'm so envious of your snow prediction! We're barely supposed to have flurries... :(

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  21. Grandma Barb's This and ThatDecember 17, 2012 at 11:43:00 PM CST

    I'm glad you are feeling better today, Beth. Sounds like you will really be cooking up a storm for you son. Have a wonderful time while he is home.
    Wishing you and your family a Blessed Christmas.

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  22. Far Side of FiftyDecember 18, 2012 at 12:31:00 AM CST

    Sending good thoughts your way:)

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  23. UnknownDecember 18, 2012 at 2:30:00 AM CST

    Hi Beth,

    Just wanted you to know you and your sister are in my thoughts and prayers today.

    Hugs Nita

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  24. UnknownDecember 18, 2012 at 2:30:00 AM CST

    Oh and thank you for your lovely card, received yesterday x

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  25. Lois ChristensenDecember 18, 2012 at 5:33:00 AM CST

    Came to your blog this morning and remembered your sister in prayer and for you also as you wait to hear the news! Your turkey meal sounds really good. I am planning on turkey also when my hubby's family comes on the 27th. Hope your day goes well.

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  26. Katie IsabellaDecember 18, 2012 at 6:33:00 AM CST

    Twin, I will call or email you very soon with what's goingon. Love you.

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  27. Catches the EyeDecember 18, 2012 at 8:11:00 AM CST

    Sending good thought's and prayers your way.
    Hugs Sheila
    x

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  28. ArleneDecember 18, 2012 at 8:12:00 AM CST

    You sound like you're up and running Beth and ready to go, I'm sure you'll find once you get started on Christmas festivities you'll find inner strength to cope and make a wonderful hostess.
    I hope your sister will be fine .

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  29. RohrerbotDecember 18, 2012 at 10:31:00 AM CST

    Hi Beth,

    I have been feeling, like many, the same as you. I wish there were answers for this kind of thing but it is happening more and more. Gun control/no gun control. How long will this go on? How many more innocent lives will be lost? I'm angry by all of this needless and selfish violence. The worst part for me is seeing their faces. It's quite personal here for me as Gabriela Giffords was shot along with many others(who were killed...including a little girl) last year, the movie theater shootings at the Batman premiere, University killings(one here at the UA several years ago on several nurses), and the list goes on and on. I'll leave it at that....but I'm angry. So many good people lost because of whack jobs having access to guns.

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  30. VeeDecember 18, 2012 at 6:10:00 PM CST

    Hoping that all went well with your sister's surgery. You sound very busy with Christmas preparations. Have a wonderful time with your family.

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  31. Chatty CroneDecember 18, 2012 at 8:08:00 PM CST

    That has affected us all - how could it not?

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