Perfect Pairing - Philippians 4:4-9, 12-13, 19-20

Our son had surgery this weekend.

I tried to be strong.

Keep my faith.

I lost it when they wheeled him back for the procedure.

This surgery will affect the rest of his life.

Will he be able to play ball again?

Will he have full range/use of his arm?

I know that in the big scheme of things there 

are worse things to deal with a child.

I'm trying to keep it in perspective.

Post-Op recovery was very hard.

He woke up in a lot of pain & it continued to get worse.

They had to administer major drugs.

At that point I think they considered slipping me some of it as well.

He has a great group of friends who came to visit.

This really helped his spirits.

Today we ventured out to watch his team play a game.

He really is doing well.

I can't tell you how thankful I am in this moment.

I know that we have some difficult roads 

to full recovery.

I know that we are not alone.

"Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice!  Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near. Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.

Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things. Whatever you have learned or received or heard from me, or seen in me—put it into practice. And the God of peace will be with you.

I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want. I can do all this through him who gives me strength.

And my God will meet all your needs according to the riches of his glory in Christ Jesus.

To our God and Father be glory for ever and ever. Amen."

Philippians 4:4-9, 12-13, 19-20

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Perfect Pairing ~ Philippians 4:6-7

Today we learned my oldest baby will be sitting out this baseball season.

Due to an injury he has to take time to heal.

In the big picture of life this is just a snapshot.

We are thankful for his overall health.

It will be interesting to see how he handles this "time out".

The boy's heart is sports.

Sometimes I believe God made is heart in the shape of a baseball or football.

We believe he was given this gift & are trusting in the final outcome.
We have had friends go through much worse issues with their children.
Here is a scripture that helps me in stressful situations.

"Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, 

by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, 

present your requests to God. 

And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, 

will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus."

Philippians 4:6-7

What is your favorite scripture in tough times?
Please share.

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What's Your Story

How's your new year?

Have you started something new?

Come visit me at The RHOK.

What's your story?

Perfect Pairing ~ Hebrews 12:1-2

6 months ago I cut my daily Diet Coke intake by 65%. 
I thought I was doing great.
Christmas Break proved me wrong.
I saw my addiction creeping back. My daily intake went up.
I'm sure any addict would tell me you can't just have a "little".
I am 7 days clean.
No more Diet Coke for me.
I'm going public with my "stop". I'm kinda scared.

Pic Credit - Jezebel 

"Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, 

let us throw off everything that hinders & the sin that so easily entangles &

 let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us. 

Let us fix our eyes on Jesus, the author & perfecter of our faith.

 ~ Hebrews 12:1-2

I'm stopping my excuses.

I'm stopping my doubt & believing.

Here's what I am learning through the current series of church -

"The decisions I make today determine the stories I tell tomorrow." - Craig Groeshel

I want my body to be healthy for my family tomorrow. 

Vi Shakes are helping me beat my cravings. Giving up diet coke is part of my 90 day challenge. I'm ready to kick off a great 2013.

What are you changing this year?

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Black Eyed Peas - Southern New Year's Day Tradition

Start the New Year with a Dish of Prosperity

A staple in the Southern diet for over 300 years, black-eyed peas have long been associated with good luck. A dish of peas is a New Year's tradition in most areas of the South, thought to bring luck and prosperity for the new year. My family has black-eyed peas every new year day. 

According to Jessica Harris, author of "Welcome Table," some add a dime to the peas for an extra "boost" of luck to the recipient. Greens, thought to symbolize folding money, are often eaten eaten with the peas. 

Hoppin' John a dish made with black-eyed peas and rice, is one of the more popular ways of serving them, but many serve them in salads or simply cooked as a side dish.

We like to make traditional with greens & bacon. Another recipe we love to make it Cowboy Caviar or Oklahoma Crack. My friend Dawn posted the recipe on her blog a couple of years ago so check out the link.

Be sure to fit black eyed peas in your New Year's menu plan. Bright blessings to you in 2013!