"She's my soul mate......"

Ruth Graham, wife of Rev. Billy Graham, slipped into a coma today and appears to be close to death.

Rev. Graham is quoted as saying, "She is my soul mate. I love her more today than I did when we met 65 years ago at Wheaton College. I can't imagine living without her. She is close to going home to heaven".

Mrs. Graham has been a wonderful example of a strong Christian woman. Her books on prayer and her poetry were inspirational.

She raised children who are in Christian service and has supported her husband's efforts. Soon she will hear the words of her Heavenly Father, "Well done, thou good and faithful servant".

Godspeed.

TRUE Desperate Housewives!!!

Pain, Pain and More Pain!

Bad news. DH was feeling so much better after we returned from the doctor yesterday. Then he laid down on the bed for a little while to rest and when he tried to get up he couldn't!!! He was in terrible pain. He finally was able to struggle into a chair.

After sitting there for a while I thought he was getting better. He did get a little better but by 10:30pm he just couldn't stand it any longer. We packed up and came home!!!

He is going to call the chiropractor and get in to see him today. He is SO upset about leaving the conference. He has NEVER missed a conference and it is killing him, especially this year with the elections.

Please pray for him. He has not had back problems like this in 25 years and he is not handling it very well. Pray for me too........pray that I don't kill him!!!! (Just kidding)

What a Fun Day!

As a result of sleeping on very hard beds in Venezuela and making one wrong move yesterday my poor husband threw his back out! He was almost unable to walk and groaned with every move.

We called our chiropractor and got an appointment this morning. We had to drive from Athens, GA back to Alpharetta, GA (about a 2 hour drive) to see the doctor. I drove and with every bump my DH's misery was compounded.

We finally arrived at the chiropractor's office. Dr. Rick worked his magic and when we left DH was able to stand up a little easier and actually took a nap in the car on the way back to our hotel in Athens. 

He goes back to the doctor next week but I hope he will be feeling better by then.

BREAKING NEWS!!!!

A top Anti-American Terrorist has finally been captured. She had eluded authorities for quite sometime but, at last, her big mouth was her downfall. Authorities say she resisted very little but was making a furtive plea for Nair! When more info on the breaking news becomes available you will be notified.

We're in Athens!!!

Athens, GEORGIA, that is!!!! We are here for a week for our church's annual meeting. Our conference (North Georgia) is one of the largest in Methodism. This is time we discuss the business of the church. It is a very important time and many crucial issues will be discussed.

This year we will also we electing delegates to attend the General Conference of the United Methodist Church which occurs every four years. It is very important that we elect people who will uphold Biblical authority. So, if you can add this to your prayer list, I would appreciate it.

Of course, I plan to have a little fun too! While DH is in meetings I will be visiting with friends and catching up. There is always a luncheon for the spouses of ministers and we get to see people we only see once a year.

I will be checking in as I can. Have a great week and be thankful for all your blessings.

Sunday Seven #18

A weekly meme for giving thanks and/or for noting important events in our lives.

1. We spent time with our dear friends, the Cosbys, in Venezuela. They have been our friends for 35 years!!!!! We met in college and used to double date. It is hard to believe we have know each other that long. We are thankful for old friends.


2. We enjoyed worshiping in our son's FIL's church in Venezuela. He is a wonderful preacher and we are excited about them moving to Georgia this month. He will be pastoring an Hispanic congregation in our conference.


3. Being with the Christians in Venezuela is a shot in the arm. They are very encouraging to me in my faith and I appreciate that so much.


4. I did a LOT of walking on this trip. Of course, I had to walk through the airports and I walked from our hotel room to the restaurant and I walk in the mall (well, I do have my priorities) and I walked at the artisan's mall (more retail therapy!). I am very tired and little sore but I. DID. IT!!!!


5. I am extremely thankful for my comfy chair! When I placed my posterior in the seat Friday afternoon I was a very happy girl!


6. There is nothing like the wag of your dog's tale and his smile when you return from a trip! Smokie was very happy to see us and our cat, Boxer, has been very clingy as well. It is good to be loved!


7. Now that I have had a day and a half to rest, wash clothes and repack.....we are leaving today for Athens, GA for our church's yearly Conference. We will return on Friday. I am taking my laptop so I can stay in touch. It will be a busy week and an important one as the ministers and delegates deal with important issues. Pray for God's will to be done.

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