The Universal Language of Zert

Zert is thicker than blood and water.
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Doctor in the House

A mother wears many different labels, such as cook, teacher, hairdresser, taxi driver. Recently I have had to wear that most difficult label of all; the label of ‘doctor’.

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Barbie Tales - Run, Barbie, Run!

There’s nowhere safe for Barbie when boys are around….
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Trudy-Being A Servant

Trudy
On Sundays I go to a nursing home to minister to the people who live there. At this nursing home is a dog named Trudy - she loves visitors. Everytime I arrive there - she always comes and sniffs my shoes. After, she decides I am trustworthy - then I pet her and talk to her for a few minutes. Trudy is a very special part of that nursing home - she seems to know when someone needs a friend.
Some people view nursing home ministry as a waste of time and energy. Sometimes, it can be a challenge to preach there - because their attention span is limited and they can’t hear or see as well as they should. Just as Trudy does what she can to bring happiness - I try to brighten the residents lives with the love and compassion of Jesus!
Someday - we all will be old and lonely - dependent on others. I take comfort in knowing that gray hair is a blessing from the Lord.
Everyone of those people have a story and some of them have been faithful to the Lord. While others may not know the Lord or perhaps once knew the Lord - this is the opportunity for them to make things right with the Lord.
God wants us to reach out and help those in need. Are you reaching out to serve others for Jesus?

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Climbing Toy Mountain

How does this happen? How did our house become home to the greatest deposit of plastic and acrylic fur on the block?

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Sleepless in California

Sleep deprivation can add humor to your life….
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What Kind of Servant Are You For the Lord?

Mark 9:41 “I tell you the truth, anyone who gives you a cup of water in my name because you belong to Christ will certainly not lose his reward.”

Many years ago-I would walk my dog. This was during very hot weather and it didn’t take long for us to get hot and thirsty. Jupiter and I got into a routine of stopping by and visiting a friend. One day when we arrived at her house-she was waiting outside with a glass of cold water and a bowl of water for Jupiter. I couldn’t believe her kindness and willingness to serve. I believe she will have an extra star in her crown for her kindness.
As this true story shows-to be a true servant you must serve as the Lord would. A servant must put their needs and desires last. Ephesians 6:7 “Serve wholeheartedly, as if you were serving the Lord, not men, because you know that the Lord will reward everyone for whatever good he does, whether he is slave or free.” Matthew 20:25-28 “Jesus called them together and said, You know that the rulers of the gentiles, lord it over them, and their high officials exercise authority over them. Not so with you. Instead, whoever wants to become great among you must be your servant, and whoever wants to be first must be your slave-just as the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve and to give his life as a ransom for many.” Jesus came to earth to seek and save the lost. This needs to be our focus-to go out and spread the good news of Jesus.
There are many opportunities to serve inside and out of the church setting. If you choose to serve here-here are some questions to ask yourself before volunteering:
1. Did the Lord put it on my heart to volunteer or did I choose to volunteer because the job needed done or it would give prestige? Volunteering to serve for the wrong reason will lead to resentment, bitterness and poor volunteer actions.
2. Do I have the time and skills needed to do the job? If you are not familiar with the job that needs done or you do not have enough time available-this will lead to frustration and stress.
3. Am I willing to sacrifice time and energy for this job? Many people believe that because they are volunteering-they can do anything they choose. Every job must have accountability and a chain of command. Are you willing to follow guidelines and directions?
So, what kind of servant are you? Do you grumble and complain-even though you volunteered for the job? Do you constantly criticize others and complain because others are not helping?
The Lord wants a cheerful servant that gives thanks in all circumstances. I Thessalonians 5:18 “Give thanks in all circumstances for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.” (NIV)

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“Ahoy, m’ hearties!” and Pass the Fries!

Who takes their little kid to see a movie that features undead pirates? The answer: everybody but us.
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Cats Provide Cheap Entertainment

Do you remember those Saturday mornings when you were a kid and watched Bugs Bunny cartoons until noon?
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What’s Left After Summer

Ok, admit it, you look forward to summer vacation. The kids are gone all day in school for 9 months, we rarely get to spend time together - so summer comes and it’s the perfect opportunity to spend some time together. i wish I had given my girls the memo.

The dreams of summer vacation begin around April, time begins to pass slower and you know it’s coming. The weather is getting warmer, jackets are being put away and life is new again. I’ve dreamt of spending time with my girls, just hanging out with not a care in the world. Instead I have 7 teenage girls, on average, in my house at any one time. Computer, TV, Music going all at the same time. I see them from time to time, usually around lunch time as they pull themselves out of bed to brave the sun of the afternoon - when i’ve been up for 6 hours already.

You would think that they would be excited about summer vacation. With how often we’ve moved there is usually something new to see, to learn, to experience. To them the experience can be found in the new mall they have yet to discover. Ever state has a mall, every town has a mall - but no, each one is different and it must be explored. They suddenly come home with friends, they have a knack now for making friends, and it’s like we have lived wherever we are for years.

So what is left after Summer? My desire for quiet, for my TV not to be on 24/7, for time to read a book and actually get some work done. Do you have any idea how difficult it is to write with teenagers running rampant?

I guess it seems like a nightmare when you see it written like this, but it really isn’t. While I will be glad when school starts on September 5th, not that i’m counting, I will still miss them. At least during the summer they are with me, they are still my ‘little girls,’ and I can see them growing and enjoying life. Oh, they can also bring me Tylenol.

So, here’s to summer - enjoy it, because come September (Or August, depending on where you live) the Tylenol will find it’s way back to shelf, the house will become quiet and the insanity you wished to be over, will be missed.

So, what’s left after Summer? Memories!

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