King of Love.

Elvis was at my church last night. We are starting a series called "Christmas in Graceland" and apparently the best way to kick it off was with the king of hunk-a-burning love himself.

That's all.

December 2

Teacher Calender Quote of the Day
 
"The spirited horse, which will try to win the race of its own accord, will run even faster if encouraged."
[Ovid]

Praise God for friends getting jobs, little ladies growing up, community all around the world, and phone conversations that seem to answer life's questions.

Praying for a progressive and aggressive start to December :)

for the record.

Let it be recorded that today is November 28th and it is the first day I have worn socks all day in Tucson.  A chilly 52 degrees with clouds overtook our foothills today and tonight we are dipping into the high 30's! No heat yet, but tonight might be the night. It was weird to lay out by the pool the day after Thanksgiving and to go for a hike in shorts and a t-shirt... I'm looking forward to a Michigan Christmas where unpredictable weather is a part of the pattern! Who knows, maybe I'll bring Tucson's warmth back to the mitten?

Speaking of mittens, I am thanking God for keeping you warm where ever you are tonight. Whether you are celebrating being a part of a Big 10 team or still in your post turkey coma....

"Give thanks to the Lord, call on his name; make known among the nations what he has done." 

[1 Chronicles 16:8]

thankful for family.

a thankful heart allows love into places not yet repaired or not yet touched.
thankfulness allows God's light to shine even in your darkest moments.