2787 Oak Trail Shores, Chandler, TX 75758...

Listen up, Lake Palestine lookers! Affordable, remodeled house from top to bottom. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, new plumbing, new bathroom fixtures, tub/shower, new 30 yr shingle roof, new paint, new flooring, new appliances, and new A/C-heat. Seller is putting on the final touches. Woodburning Fireplace has a new look, large kitchen and dining. Utility room is large enough for a small office-built in shelving. Utility also has a door leading to the outside. Owner believes the property is approx 1 acre. Fenced on back and one side. Large beautiful trees. Waterview of Lake Palestine from the driveway. Just steps away from the neighborhood boat ramp. Come see this one today. For more pictures, click on the Virtual Tour below, Lorri Loggins, 903-571-8033.

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Promise # 2 - Do not DOUBT...

I am on my #2 cd with James MacDonald, I am coming to you with the truths that hit me!

"Do not DOUBT"

* Doubt is the soil that fear grows in.

* Doubt is the direct result of taking your eyes off the Lord.

Proverbs 3: 5-6

"Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight."

Do I truly "trust" in the Lord with all my heart... even if I "think" I can fix a problem, even if I "think" I know how to handle a situation, I must remember that God commands me to NOT lean on my own understanding. Bring it to him, acknowledge him, and guess what? He will "pave the way" for me. Not that everything in my life will be perfect, but God makes a way for me to make it. James went on to ask the audience, "are there things in the future, that you worry about?, financial security, college for kids, family"... We have to remember that God is "sovereign". God is God, he is in complete control. I have future concerns myself, just like everyone, but if I truly trust the Lord with all my heart, acknowledge him, he will make a way for me. I do my part, and God does his part. Walk in faith, while waiting for God to work!

Promise # 1 - Do not Fear...

One of my partners, Donna, a very good friend and mentor, brought me Cd's to listen to from James MacDonald. She raves about them. Mind you, I am not one to listen to Cd's, but today, I had to drive to Chandler, a good hour trip, to check out a new listing. I put my phone down and popped in the first cd and now ~ I am hooked.

The phrase, he kept repeating over and over was,

"Walk by faith while waiting for HIM to work."

First Promise ~ Do not Fear, Deuteronomy 31:6 Claim this promise~

"Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the LORD your God goes with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you.”

One thing that really struck me, was James saying (me paraphrasing) ,

If you knew Jesus was in the next room from you, on his knees, arms spread open with nail pierced hands, praying just for you, wouldn't you have no fear? Well, he is. He is constantly interceding for you before the Father. He is saying, give her patience, help her do the right thing, help her be strong, help her, - etc etc etc... Can you imagine how you would feel? I would have more of a bounce in my step, talk about confidence!

Wow, that was a moment for me! Even though I know I am never alone, I have never pictured it this way. "He will never leave me or forsake me." No matter the circumstance!

Puney gets me flowers...

I haven't felt good since yesterday... been working long hours and just dragging. Jason sent me these pretty flowers to work today. What a sweetheart! So, being "puney" might get you flowers, it did for me!

I am blaming my "puney-i-ness" on my lil' man. I am sure it is because of all his wet kisses...lol

11281 Grand Slam Drive, Flint, Texas...

Custom Home built by Steve Welch Custom Homes for his mother. If you are looking for quality, please compare. You can only imagine the extras it must have. Kitchen has custom cabinets, roll out drawers, very spacious. Family room has ventless gas fireplace with gas logs. Very open from Family Room to Kitchen and lots of windows with light. Split bedrooms, Master Bath has separate shower and a whirlpool tub, separate walk in closets and water closet. Tankless Gas HWH, Roof with 30 year shingles-being replaced 2011, workspace in garage, sprinkler system, plenty of storage space, and refrigerator, washer and dryer convey to buyer. Nice patio, with separate 10.8 x 14 brick workshop. Immaculate, move in ready. You will love showing this property. Call me today to see, Lorri L 903-571-8033...

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The Love Kitchen...

Twins, Helen and Ellen, founded www.Thelovekitchen.org...community service.

Three "truths" their father taught them,

1. There is only one father, and that is the Father in Heaven.

2. There is only one race, that is the human race.

3. Never take the last piece of bread, someone may come by in need of it.

These ladies are in their 80's now, they are precious, spunky, they remind me of  "shewood", independent, confident women.

I wonder if I am teaching my offspring these "truths". Makes one ponder!

What have you done?...

I started over again in Genesis just a couple of days ago.

I am only on chapter 4 of Genesis, and you know what God has said "two" times already?

"What have you done?"

Genesis 3 God said to Adam and Eve, "Where are you?" they hid because they were naked, they disobeyed and ate of the tree that God told them not to eat! He said "What is this you have done?"

Genesis 4 God said to Cain, "Where is your brother Abel?", Cain said, " I don't know", when he knew he had just killed him. God said to Cain, What have you done?

I do not know how many years accounts for Genesis 1-4, but good grief, his creation lied to him.

I feel like I have been asked this before from God, not just once but several. I can confess my sins, but guess what? I still reap the consequences. Adam and Eve were the first to endure the consequences of sin, land was cursed, and pain in childbirth. I surely know that is right :) But, also, Cain, endured hardship and says "my punishment is more than I can bear."

My final thought when reading just these four chapters is that, Adam, Eve and Cain, all three could not bear being hidden from God's presence. In fact, God placed a cherubim with flaming swords guarding the way to the tree of life. Can you just imagine that scene, Adam and Eve leaving the most perfect place on Earth. What punishment that was. But also, Cain thought he would be a restless wanderer and whoever finds me will kill me, but God said, "not so". God loves us so much. He loved Cain so much that he said whoever hurt him would be paid seven times.

I believe the worst thing that I can imagine, would be God driving me from his presence. One day every knee will bow and confess that he is Lord.

Final sentence of Genesis 4: "At that time people began to call on the name of the LORD. " Very interesting to me...they felt the need to Pray!

Fresh...impressed...

Okay, so I was one of the many that checked out FRESH...I absolutely love it. Just the colors alone in the fruit and vegetables, made my palate salivate... If you know me, you know I love color! Layton and I sampled all the fruits, the "Blood" orange was one of the ones we loved. Very messy though, can you even imagine with a 3 year old... I cannot wait to go alone to the store...and buy my "new finds"...

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He had to show off "Woody"...

The lil' imp would not cooperate, so I just posted them all. My new Iphone 4 takes excellent pics. Love this lil' boy! :)

Say Cheese :)

I read this today,

"You are not fully dressed until you put on a smile."

I need to remember to smile, even when I am in 5 places at one time. Whewww, what a week!

Can you "say cheese?", love this pumpkin...

So proud...

Lauren let Layton make his own cupcakes, he was so proud! This brings back so many memories of when Lauren was little... it is just the little things, huh... just the little things may have been an influence in what she is doing now, www.morethanchocolate.net

Yum!

Meditate...

I finished the Bible, look at the ending of Revelations 22: 18-19...

"I warn everyone who hears the words of the prophecy of this scroll:If anyone adds anything to them, God will add to that person the plagues described in this scroll.

And if anyone takes words away from this scroll of prophecy, God will take away from that person any share in the tree of life and in the Holy City, which are described in this scroll. "

What a journey reading through the Bible, what a growth period in my life, what "AWE" I have of our God, what gratitude I feel, what a longing I have to meditate by reading the Bible more. If you want a change in your life, just start reading the Bible, by reading one chapter. It will literally change your life.



Joshua 1:8-9

"Keep this Book of the Law always on your lips; meditate on it day and night, so that you may be careful to do everything written in it. Then you will be prosperous and successful."



Surely,

F.O.R.D...

I love acronyms... easy for me to remember... what is an acronym? it is a word formed from the initial letter of a phrase...

Such as FORD...

F ~ Family and Friends

O ~ Occupation

R ~ Recreation

D ~ Dreams

I use this acronym, FORD, when I am meeting new people. Have you ever noticed when you meet someone new, if you ask about the family, kids, grandkids, how their faces light up? Everyone wants to feel like they are important, so start with talking about family, move on to their occupation/job, or maybe their hobby.... next you can always ask them about their future, their dreams. Everyone has something they enjoy, and I usually make it a point to find out!

Sweet ...

Jason brought home this new glaze, and yes you can find it at Brookshire's. My oh my it is good. I stir fried a chicken breast, added broccoli, and a little glaze. It is amazing!

Just thought y'all would like to see my "new find"... best of all, no fat, 35 calories a tablespoon. :)

Thanksgiving and Trust...

Today's verse, Philippians 4:6

"Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. "

I always struggle with the "thanksgiving" part when I am enduring conflict, problems, disappointments, and on and on...it sure is hard to be thankful in the midst of chaos, but I read in a devotional today a statement, that hit home...

"Thank you Jesus for the opportunity to trust you more."

Once again, Isaiah 30:15, "in quietness and trust is your strength". Surely,

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Our new partner pictures... I think they turned out great!

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