October 16, 2022

First, a big happy birthday to my great-nephew Isaac! He spent his birthday weekend in Michigan checking out the college band. Chase your dreams, Isaac! Happy birthday!

May be an image of 1 person, standing and indoor

Sunday School with Max and church were very good. The order of worship was changed slightly and it brought me into each separate aspect individually instead of an automatic process. I really appreciated that. The message was about anger – and Todd had so much to say about that – or rather, GOD does! We must guard our hearts against anger – unresolved anger is dangerous and opens the door to sin. The Bible says that an attack of character is worse than murder. Figure this out: Hurt people hurt people. Don’t carry your anger around like luggage. Identify it, pursue reconciliation, and CANCEL the debt! When we are angry we are incapable of love. Jesus cancelled our debt; can we do the same?

Todd Payton

Mary made a bunch of little gnomes and shared one with me. I have it hanging on my stair railing. Thanks, Mary!

My new little gnome friend!

After lunch I raked leaves in the front yard and spread them thinly over the newly planted grass. That should help it grow. Then I watered all the new patches since it hasn’t rained and rain is not in the forecast.

A good place for the leaves

My Skunk Hollow cousin Gail’s teen-age granddaughter Susie posted pictures of some fall scenes. These pictures are of places I played at and loved growing up, even younger than Susie! With her permission (Susan Grace Patterson) I am posting these, enjoying the beauty, the memories, and a taste of Home! Thanks, Susie.

Uncle Jim’s pond – we used to swim here!
Country road through the trees
Another view of the pond.
Another of Uncle Jim’s ponds – the trout pond in the woods.
The slate bank above the creek – we played at both.

We had a singspiration at church this afternoon and it was a wonderful time! My dear friend Patty Buschek played the piano, with three song-leaders. We had actual hymn books – no projectors or screens with words! Sang all the old favorites. I sat with my cousin Deb, my friend Mary and her mom, and a friend Janie Close Ball. Janie and I were best friends during High School, attending youth group events and programs and sharing sleepovers. So many precious memories! Even though Janie and I don’t see each other a much, we are still connected as sisters in God’s family! It was so good to share this afternoon of worship and fellowship.

Patty – endless talent and love for the Lord!
Me and Janie
Mary and Me
Definitely a favorite hymn!

October 16 – Tell about pulling or losing a baby tooth. “I remember trying to pull a tooth & not being able to get it out. Uncle Edd got a pair of needle nose plyers, washed them in hot sudsy water & pulled my tooth. It didn’t even hurt.”

Calendar inspiration – Explore your spirit of adventure; plan an imaginary trip!

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An unexpected adventure – Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco CA.

TOMORROW October 17th is:

Tomorrow, a tribute to my bosses! All four of them! And celebrate pasta – and this will be important because…. I will explain tomorrow! God bless…

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