Every day I think I’m going to have more time, get more done, catch up on chores and sermons and writing and errands. NOT! But today was a good day, despite a small argument with my lawn mower. I got up, changed sheets on the bed and threw them in the washer, then went for a walk. Decided that before I got a shower I’d cut the grass. It was still damp – so it was getting clumped under the mower deck. When I tilted it sideways to clean it out, I flooded the engine – or motor, or whatever. I had to leave it sit for half an hour before it started; so I pulled weeds and trimmed a few shrubs and swept the steps. I was REALLY HUNGRY by the time I finished mowing and ate breakfast.
So this post is sort of a catch up from the week. I wanted to post the delightful gifts Nate and Jen and the girls got me for my birthday (3 weeks ago!). And also, a few fun things to celebrate the holiday.
Yesterday my neighbor had a huge tree cut down in their front yard. What a difference it made. They will probably miss the shade in the mornings – they will get direct early morning sun!
I went over to Kath’s for a picnic with her family. It was nice to visit with them, and the food was delicious! My favorites were the broccoli summer salad and corn bake. Millie liked the deviled eggs and the watermelon, and Sarah brought two festive cakes!
This weekend when you are thinking about the freedom we have in this country, and the amazing men and women who founded our nation – remember that true freedom is in Christ – that we not only have a wonderful homeland now, in 2021, but have a wonderful home to look forward to in God’s beautiful heaven!
On this day in 1754 George Washington surrendered to the French at Fort Necessity; in 1863 Gettysburg – largest battle ever fought on the American continent – ended in victory for the Union (Civil War). In 1890 Idaho admitted as the 43rd state, and in 1985 the movie Back to the Future was released. Tom Cruise was born in 1962. Trigger – Roy Rogers’ horse – died at age 25 in 1965, and Jim Morrison – singer/poet – died in 1971 at age 27.
TOMORROW July 4th is:
After church I am volunteering at Historic Hanna’s Town. I will be interpreting at the Tavern. Come on out – Proctor’s Militia will be there and there’s lots to see and learn! I’d love to see you! 12:30pm to 4:30pm! Happy Birthday American – born 1776! God bless…
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