Funny Friday: Adult Jack-In-The-Box
Opening a can of biscuits is like the adult Jack-In-The-Box…It scares you every time!
“…and immediately they sprang up…” Matthew 13:5 (ESV)
Funny Friday: Adult Jack-In-The-Box
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Funny Friday: Laugh It Up, You’re next!
Funny Friday: Laugh It Up, You’re next!
Says the pumpkin to the turkey… “Laugh It Up, You’re next!”
“…Woe to you who laugh now, for you will mourn and weep.” Luke 6:25 (NIV)
I Just Turned 40! Find Out How I Felt So Loved by Gifts and Acts of Service
I Just Turned 40! Find Out How I Felt So Loved by Gifts and Acts of Service
I celebrated my 40th birthday this past weekend. Boy, turning 40 sure has been a trip! I’ve seen more changes at this age than at any other. My hormones are going bonkers. I’ve been dealing with crazy adult acne and melasma (discoloration of my skin) lately. My eyesight has changed significantly. I’m now finding myself having to pull things away from my face to see them better. I think bifocals or reading glasses may be in my near future! Apparently I’m now supposed to be getting mammograms every year. Yay. I’ve also experienced some other changes that would be inappropriate to discuss, so I’ll spare you the details! You’re welcome.
Truly though, I can say that I am very happy, healthy and prosperous at this age! God has really blessed me, and although my life is far from perfect, I am very content and pleased to be standing where I am today. I also know that God has much more in store for me. As far as I’m concerned, my life isn’t even half over yet! I’m excited and maybe a little apprehensive about what’s to come in the years ahead. Whatever happens though, I have the most amazing support system to tackle anything that life throws at me. I understand what Paul meant when he talked about being content:
“…for I have learned to be content in whatever circumstances I am. I know both how to have a little, and I know how to have a lot. In any and all circumstances I have learned the secret of being content–whether well fed or hungry, whether in abundance or in need. I am able to do all things through Him who strengthens me.” Philippians 4:11-13 (HCSB)
40th birthday painting party
I felt so very loved this past weekend as my family and friends celebrated with me. Some of them joined me for a fun painting party at a local DIY shop, Completely Random. Afterwards we had some friends and family over to the house for a Parisian-themed party. My house looked like we stepped right into Paris thanks to my sister-Shawna (I’ve written about her talents before), my mom-Jacki, my sister-Cora, and my sister-in-law-Keisha. There was so much time, money and effort spent on making my party fabulous and full of all things that I love.
Funny Friday: Unrealistic Disney
Funny Friday: Unrealistic Disney
It doesn’t bother me that Disney has given me unrealistic ideas about men. I’m more annoyed that no matter how much I sing, woodland animals have not once helped with the housework… My sister sent me a similar image to this “unrealistic Disney” this week. It was so funny and reminded me a bit of our recent post on unmet expectations.
“Flowers appear on the earth; the season of singing has come, the cooing of doves is heard in our land.” Song of Solomon 2:12 (NIV)
Things I Discovered From Being Annoyed by Cheerleaders
Things I Discovered From Being Annoyed by Cheerleaders
Okay. I’m going to open up and be vulnerable and honest with you for a bit. Cheerleaders get on my nerves. There I said it. Let me clarify. I don’t mean the cheerleaders themselves. I’m talking about the actual cheerleading during the game. For some reason, they seem to start cheering right as the next play is starting or right when they are announcing something over the intercom. Some of the cheers seem never-ending. A few of the cheers don’t even match what’s happening on the field. I find it to be annoying and distracting. I mean, after all, I’m here to watch my son play football not the cheerleaders! Sometimes I just want to yell, “Shut up!”
Now that you all think I’m a horrible person… 🙂
I think I should give you an explanation and some background information. In my younger years, I actually used to be a cheerleader. I cheered for five years, two of those serving as Captain of the cheer squad. Looking back to when I cheered as a young middle schooler and high schooler, I can now see that I was completely unqualified. I had no business cheering, let alone acting as Captain! I didn’t know anything about football. I think I may have learned maybe a handful of basics. Offense means our team has the ball. Defense means their team has the ball. A touchdown is when we score. That was about the extent of my knowledge back then.
Currently as a wife of an avid football fan and the mom of a young football player, I’ve learned quite a bit more about the game. I’ve especially learned more also as a participant of a fantasy football team (more on that story here). Understanding the game has actually enabled me to enjoy it more. If I were being honest, I think when I cheered in school it wasn’t so much because I loved the game of football but probably more the idea of it. I loved the games and the exciting atmosphere. I loved the comradery. I loved the competition. I loved getting up in front of people cheering and the attention I got.
This is me…the cheerleader that didn’t know football!
I’m a little bit embarrassed now after the fact because I can see areas where I may have been more of a hindrance than a help as a cheerleader. Continue reading
Funny Friday: It’s a Satchel!
Funny Friday: It’s a Satchel!
Recently it was spirit week in preparation for homecoming at my son’s school. Each day of the week had a different dress-up theme. One of the days was “Character Day” where the students were supposed to dress up as a fictional character from a book, movie, cartoon, etc. My son chose to dress up as Flynn Rider, one of the characters from the Disney movie: Tangled (Rapunzel’s story). I was a bit concerned that some of the kids in school might tease him about his satchel and call it a purse or something. You never know with those crazy middle school kids! The day before as he was getting his costume ready, I informed him that if any of the kids at school called it a purse to tell them, “It’s a satchel! Flynn Rider doesn’t carry a purse.” He asked me, “What’s it called again?” “A satchel” I said.
Later that evening, my husband was bringing in some food off of the grill. He told me that he had left the spatula outside beside the grill and asked me to grab it for him. My son overhead him asking me to get the spatula, and he said, “What’s my spatula doing outside?” Confused I said, “What do you mean your spatula?” Then he replied, “You know, that bag for my costume. Didn’t you say it was called a spatula?” Through a lot of laughing I replied, “It’s a satchel!”
The next morning as I was dropping the kids off at school, I was trying to make sure he had everything. He exited the vehicle, and as I was driving off I asked my daughter if she could tell if he left anything in the car. I couldn’t really tell when he was walking off because he was wearing his backpack too. She looked around and then said, “Nope. He got everything.” I said, “He got all of his costume?” She replied, “Yep. Oh, I see him now. Yep! He’s wearing his saddle.” “His what?” I said. “His saddle,” she said. “You know, that thing you said his bag was called.” I again burst into laughter…”It’s a satchel!”
So, whether you carry a purse, satchel, tote, man bag or even a spatula or saddle, you just go right ahead and rock that style! Happy Friday!
“He said to them, “But now if you have a purse, take it, and also a bag; and if you don’t have a sword, sell your cloak and buy one.” Luke 22:36 (NIV)
Unmet Needs and Expectations in Relationships
Unmet Needs and Expectations in Relationships
My sister just shared a story with me that she saw on Facebook, and I’d like to share it with you here too. I didn’t write this story, and unfortunately I do not know the author in order to give due credit. You may have already heard or read this story because it has been reposted on the internet a number of times over the past few years. It’s a story of unmet needs and expectations in marriage. I loved it so much because I think so many people can relate.
A Story of Unmet Needs and Expectations…
My husband is an Engineer by profession, I love him for his steady nature, and I love the warm feeling when I lean against his broad shoulders. Three years of courtship and now, two years into marriage, I would have to admit, that I am getting tired of it. The reasons of me loving him before, has now transformed into the cause of all my restlessness.
I am a sentimental woman and extremely sensitive when it comes to a relationship and my feelings. I yearn for the romantic moments, like a little girl yearning for candy. My husband is my complete opposite. His lack of sensitivity and the inability of bringing romantic moments into our marriage has disheartened me about love.
One day, I finally decided to tell him my decision, that I wanted a divorce.
“Why?” he asked, shocked. “I am tired, there are no reasons for everything in the world!” I answered. He kept silent the whole night, seems to be in deep thought with a lighted cigarette at all times. My feeling of disappointment only increased. Here was a man who can’t even express his predicament. What else can I hope from him? And finally he asked me, “What can I do to change your mind?”
Somebody said it right–it’s hard to change a person’s personality, and I guess, I have started losing faith in him. Looking deep into his eyes I slowly answered, “Here is the question. If you can answer and convince my heart, I will change my mind. Let’s say I want a flower located on the face of a mountain cliff, and we both are sure that picking the flower will cause your death. Will you do it for me?” He said, “I will give you your answer tomorrow….” My hopes just sank by listening to his response.
I woke up the next morning to find him gone, and I saw a piece of paper with his scratchy handwriting underneath a milk glass on the dining table near the front door, that goes… “My dear, I would not pick that flower for you, but please allow me to explain the reasons further…” This first line was already breaking my heart. I continued reading. Continue reading
Funny Friday: Exam Answer Fails
Funny Friday: Exam Answer Fails
Some more funny finds from Pinterest for you. I’m telling you if you ever need a good laugh, just go browse the Pinterest Humor section for a while. These funny exam fails were great. I’ve not had anything quite this creative in my college classes yet.
“Fools find no pleasure in understanding but delight in airing their own opinions.” Proverbs 18:2 (NIV)