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Today is Sunday. It's September 4. 

I've had breakfast and lunch... and a few snacks. :)

My biggest problems from yesterday are mostly resolved... or at least not as bad. So that's good. And I attribute that kind of thing to not just the medicines, but to the prayers of you good people. So -- thank you so much for your faithfulness!

Ken & I went to church this morning. Actually, I'm not sure that we've missed since being diagnosed with a brain tumor. Maybe once. But, what do I know? I'm the one with the tumor! :) Anyway, so glad to go to the house of the Lord each week! It's always a spirit-lifter. Since it's Labor Day Weekend in the U.S., our pastor talked about what the Bible has to say about work and about what a Christian work-ethic should look like. Such great reminders to carry Jesus and His ways with us throughout each and every day and in everything we do.

For today's scripture (just one verse today!), I'm taking us into the New Testament.

2 Corinthians 7:10

"For the kind of sorrow God wants us to experience leads us away from sin and results in salvation. There's no regret for that kind of sorrow. But worldly sorrow, which lacks repentance, results in spiritual death."

It seems to me that the world often tells us that we don't need to be sorry for our bad behavior. We're a people who can really get into justifying every little thing we do... every little thing we say. Is that really right? I mean... I know that we can easily also go the other way into self-condemnation -- and that's not good or Biblical either -- but justifying bad-behavior is wrong. And it keeps us from repenting. And repenting (being sorry and changing our behavior) is what will bring us closer to God. That is why we need to say things like, "I'm sorry"... "I was wrong"... "Please forgive me." And not just to each other, but to God, too. And, of course, we need to mean it. And, I think that's where prayer comes in. My prayers tend to be... well... just me talking to God. Kind of like I'm talking to you. I just lay it out there. And, when I finally shut up, I'll many times "hear" Him -- or get an impression that could only be from Him. It might be a feeling of peace. Sometimes it's actual words that pop into my head. But since they're coming after my out-pouring to Him, I figure they're a part of a conversation. And that's pretty cool -- to be loved like that. And, you know what? God loves you like that, too. He may just be waiting for you to truly seek Him -- for you to start the conversation. How about today? It's as good a day as any!

So -- we actually have plans for tonight. Our cul-de-sac (and beyond) is having a potluck get-together and we're planning to go for at least a little while. Ken's got our standard take-to-a-gathering-dish ready to bake... "Grandma's Company Corn." Should be a fun evening! (Sorry... I thought I had the recipe for the corn casserole on the blog but I can't seem to find it right now. Guess I'll have to keep looking.)

Now let's move onto a crafty thing. 

 

Just another card today. I've been going through the most recent Stampin' Up catalog and am making projects using current stamp sets that I already own. I figured that was another good way to make sure that I'm not wasting my money by buying things that I don't use. :) 

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I also figure that it's good exercise for my brain. And I'm kinda all about beefing up my brain these days. :) But... now that I look at this card again, I'm wondering if I haven't made one almost like it before. haha. So much for a beefy brain! :)

AND TELL:  stamps are from Stampin' Up (I {Heart} Hearts); cardstock is Papertrey Ink (Rustic Cream); ink is SU (Crumb Cake, Chocolate Chip, Early Espresso, Marina Mist).

Well, it'll be time to head into the street soon. I maybe oughta take a nap before having that level of activity and stimulation!

I hope your Sunday has been fabulous so far... thanks for spending a bit of your time here with me! Enjoy the rest of your day... and I'm sending you hugs!

Comments

[Connie F.]

So happy things are better today. Love your card. Hope you and Ken have a great time at your neighborhood get-together. Enjoy! Looking forward to our "visit" tomorrow. ((HUGS))

[marybethL.]

I like your nice simple card Janelle. Its wonderful your still getting to church. Have fun with your neighbors.

[Lynne Bolinger]

Has to be on the road si missed church. No matter, got my message here.x

[Ted]

Janelle, until I read the blog entry from you saying that a miracle has happened and I'm able to offer up prayers of praise to our Heavenly Father, you'll remain in my prayers of supplication. "Impossible" is not in God's dictionary and He doesn't believe in it. :) Stay strong, my sister.

I do like that card... love the contrast of blu and black (grey?) :)

[Joyce M.]

You sound good today. Glad to hear it. I went to Temple yesterday (a rare occurrence for me), and said a prayer for you. So, you are covered from all sides this weekend. Ha Ha. Love this card. How cute to have woodgrained hearts. Hugs from San Diego.

[cherie]

Glad it was a good day. Always love your cards and am glad that you are going out tonight. It is always a blessing to go to church. Praying always for you and standing on His promises for you.

[Courtney Young]

Janelle,
you are such a wonder!

[eleftheria]

I so happy you had a good day my friend.
I absolutely love the card and all the cards you make.Your creativity is still on a high level..
I went to church too today( which is yesterday for you) and i prayed for you my friend and i thanked God that you don t give up and that you re such an inspiring example to me.
Take care...
xxx

[SueB]

So glad you were able to do several enjoyable things today. Great design work on your card. Prayers and hugs for you. Love you.

[Leigh Penner]

Glad to hear you're having a good weekend. I will continue to pray for you, Janelle.
I love your card, too. I have eyed that SU! stamp set for years.... but now I think I'm fully converted over to PTI clear stamps. ;)

[Cindy Kessler]

I love the card! And just so you know ... you are inspiring me to start sending more of them, left and right. I haven't acted on it yet but I am truly inspired! : )

Also, will be looking forward to your posting that recipe. Sounds yummy! Of course, anything Grandma made usually is.

Have a blessed day ~ I'm here praying for you!
Cindy K

[Moni Trott]

Hi Janelle,

So glad you had a good day yesterday with church and the block party. We all need the corn recipe! Can't wait to see the brown wig. You'll be a "new woman"! Keep taking care of yourself and Ken too. You are so courageous in the face of all this. I know that God will get you through.

Love and prayers, Moni

[Jen W.]

Whether you've made one before or not I love this card! Those wood grain hearts are so cute and the pop of turquoise is awesome!