How To Keep Our Loved Ones Away From This Death Culture...

 

A Little Rose: Sugar And Cream And Butter Dish Set...

May I encourage you all to make for yourself and those you love

"A place of refuge and peace"

We all know how things can seem very brash and worn out in our world;

It is as if the whole world needs a refreshing coat of paint.

I remember as a child that after the parade was over, the streets were

Littered with trash and cups and it all looked so dirty.

When I come out of a store now days the parking lots look so dirty.

The streets and roads have potholes, and homeless standing on all the corners!

As a woman that enjoys clean and organized;

And I love beautiful things, like flowers and teacups,

So with this all said, I might not be able to clean up all the parking lots

And help all the homeless people! I do pray for them, for God to heal

their minds and that they will come to know the Lord Jesus Christ;

And not just as Savior, but to make Him Lord of their lives...

But I can create a place in our humble abode that just overflows,

With beauty and comfort and joy, And where it feels clean and fresh!

It is not tarnished by worldly trash...

I feel at times that my senses are being assaulted from the liberalism,

Don't act shocked...

It seems like we are seeing such a death culture;

Skeletons on even children's clothing,

(How Cute)

NOT...

Okay, maybe everything in this life is not all Roses,

But I know this for certain this skeleton and skull stuff is just plain wrong!

If we are going to overcome the negative in this world;

We better have a course of action;

Counteract it!

We are going to have to put a bit of effort in choosing things that

liven up a home!

Things of beauty and life, order and peace!

~God is the Master of order and life and beauty~

They call it art or self expression, but what it really produces is this,

Death

Death of beauty

Death of life

Death of purity

Death of hope

So we must counter this culture with as many forms of purity of

wholeness of our thinking and homes filled with enough love

To help this next generation survive and overcome a death mentality!

Make it a priority to have a home filled with lovely and life giving

Conversations and prayer and a good belly laugh...

Because we must live life to the fullness!

Tell your children what the real truth is behind these things;

They just want to fit in with their peers, but do not give in to them!

This is where we trust in the Lord when He says this,

They shall arise and call you blessed

(Arise= older and mature)

They really just want you to not give in and give them what they are asking for!

I wish I had been told NO more times in my childhood years;

I bet many of you out there would say the same thing;

Sometimes we just have to say NO...

How To Grow A Healthy Heart Attitude...

 

Do You Have A Healthy Heart...

Heart Attitude

The desire of my heart is to listen for God’s wisdom in every situation.

If you are like most women your calendar is full and your days are busy.

But we all have the ability and responsibility to map out each day!

Keeping a schedule and a calendar can help us not over schedule on a given day.

But we sometimes can make a week, so ever extended we became hurried and stressed.

Then we start to have an overburdened heart attitude…

A bit cranky, tired, can’t think very well.

Our hearts hold the key to most of our troubles and solutions!

Our hearts are called the wellspring!

A woman of God honors all of the aspects of her personality,

That can be formed as we learn and understand Godly character;

My heart is always beating…

There is always hope in every situation to stop and to take stock.

I think that is why we love that scripture that talks about a gentle quiet spirit!

We want to have a heart that is responding with a right attitude.

When I become grouchy or critical I do not even like myself;

I always will go to those I have been short with and apologize to them!

We always have many challenges in our lives, But we are not

the only ones that are being affected.

When we struggled with either pain or discomfort we can feel bodily stress.

So then it is time to make some changes;

Clear my calendar and reschedule a few things,

Talk with my Husband and family and tell them I am struggling!

(Communication; They can’t read your mind)

Start by choosing some healthier foods

Get more sleep,

Drink more water.

Dive into God’s Word…

All things in the natural have a part that is rooted in the spiritual;

Our hearts once filled with Godly character; will need to be refreshed often!

Using God’s perspective and His priorities will help!

A Heart with an attitude to be willing to adjust ones calendar is wise!

We have so many counting on us daily;

We must hear and respond with the right heart attitude!

I encouraged myself in the Lord today, as I read the scripture;

 "She looks well to the ways of her household and does not eat the bread of ideleness."
Proverbs 31:27 

Thr reason this scriptured comforted me so much this morning is this...
I do not have to take care of the whole world!
God has called me to look well to my Household!

We all have had some set backs and trying times;
But we must keep our hearts focused on our own households first!
I do not have enough strength to take care of everyone!
Do not be charged one day of taking care of everyone else and be found
wanting in the area of your own household!

I write and share what I believe God is saying to me,
But I want to encourage and warn others to keep watch!
For we are commanded to look well to the ways of her household...

Can you check your hearts health today?
Would you pass the stress test?

How Do We Live The Abundant Life...

How Can We
Enjoy The Fruits Of Our Labor

Having an Abundant Life requires knowing that you cannot fix the world:

 you can only change yourself.

 Abundant living is being free to enjoy the beauty and richness in life,

 knowing it comes from the Lord.

So many do not enjoy the fruit of their labors.

 If you will invest in relationships that are based on Godly principles;

you will reap a harvest of joy...

If you will invest in creating a home life based on Godly principles;
We will have a peace and joy that endures changes.

The key word here is labor

This labor is entering into a rest of His provisions;

When we work hard and take care of what He has given us;
We can enjoy more fully His abundance..

There is nothing better for a man, than that he should eat and drink,
 And that he should make his soul enjoy the fruit of his labor.
 This also I saw, that it was from the hand of God.

Ecclesiastes 2:24

I am sitting here after an aftermath of a hailstorm
Of what seemed like biblical proportions...
The damage is pretty bad, but I am praising God for sparing us
So much more damage that could of occurred!
We had hail 2 feet deep!

This post got published and I don't even know how that happened!
It was in my Drafts file, so I must of needed to read this one myself.
God does work in mysterious ways!
We had to take cover for two tornados that were seen!

I live the abundant life everyday...
I will invest in real people and take care of my family!
I will run my race with the goal that is just ahead.

Live life with honor and respect for those who care for you!

What are the things that make your life abundant?

How Not To Be Anxious In Unsettling Days...

 

I have a quote that I have been practicing and thinking about lately;

It goes like this;

"No matter what your circumstances are, don't get your feathers ruffled"

The skies are very ominous this evening;

This time of the year the spring storms can leave you feeling unsettled.

Do you ever think about what is happening in the natural world

Is as an indication as to what is happening in the spiritual realm?

I have heard of so many women feeling anxious lately;

I have been thinking that even for myself, I have felt a bit unsettled.

When you find yourself in a season or a moment of trials or fear;

We must learn to not let a vain imagination take hold!

I am very grateful for the fact that I have been practicing this, 

To not allow this vain imagination to take hold for years!

~The word tells us to look up

For your redemption draws nigh~

~Look to the hills for this is where your help comes from~

Where I look affects the way I feel and respond...

When I allow the enemy to get my eyes on my circumstances;

I immediately feel anxious;

So, here is what I do, I look UP...

I sometimes think people may think that I have no reaction at times;

But it is really that I am choosing to not allow myself to respond!

Being trained or exercising with the right response in a crisis or trouble,

Is not what the word is teaching us!

I think they want us to fear and feel like things are out of control!

When Jesus was told of a trouble or sickness, did it ever tell us

He was worried and that he ran to get there faster!

He was calm, and He had a peace that prevailed.

This very peace is what we have been given to guard our hearts and minds!

I have been thinking about that verse that tells us to be anxious for nothing.

I do not want to live in unrest or fear;

And I am sure you do not want to either, so we can determine in our hearts;

To not allow worry or fear to take hold...

I am not suggesting that we are not to be unconcerned about issues or life;

But rather to do all things in a peaceable way and attitude.

There are just some people who just panic over everything;

Who you looking at?

Keep in peace, trust and obey for there is no other way...

~Love and take your time to smell the Roses~

How To Make A Ironing Board Cover...

How To Sew Your Own Ironing Board Cover...

Making a new ironing board cover can be really a great idea;

My Reasons for wanting to make one myself;

I wanted a certain fabric to match my new sewing room that had pink in it

and has a vintage look to it.

 And as we know most fabrics used in ironing board covers are so modern looking.

I must admit I was a bit intimidated over the idea,

Firstly, may I suggest using the old cover as a pattern.

Measure how much length of material will be needed to cover your board

All ironing boards are not the same size or width!

Purchase a fabric that you love in color and design

Make sure it has a sturdy feel to it and will wear the use well.

Buy two packages of single bias tape to use for the draw string.

Purchase a color that matches your fabric

Purchase one package of Velcro Tape.

This will be put on the underside of the cover to keep it in place;

While on your ironing board.

Buy enough draw string cord to go completely around the cover,

Once again measure from your old cover for the length needed!

But buy at lease 12 inches longer to tie a good knot or bow,

And to assure not running short of the amount needed!

(You can buy all these things from the fabric store)

And of course you will need thread and a good pair of scissors!

Now lay out your fabric and lay the old ironing cover on top;

Measure twice, then start cutting around it and leave at least two inches extra!

Now lay this fabric on your board to check to see if it will be too large;

Or just right, that is why we add a bit extra.

Now, Add your bias tape,

Slowly start pinning it to the fabric, starting at the bottom flat edge of cover;

You will be leaving a small opening to add your draw string!

Once again refer to your old ironing board cover.

Pin the bias tape completely in place first!

Remember to keep the tape even so your draw string will go through it!

Have your pins facing into the cover so as you sew, you can remove them.

Start sewing from the flat bottom (remember to leave your space)

Go completely around the cover!

Remember to back stitch when you start and finish to reenforce your stitches!

To add the draw string, use a safety pin and tie one end of string to it;

Then start pulling it through the bias tape that is sewn on your fabric.

Once it is all pulled through, make sure the other end does not come out.

Now lay this over your ironing board, start allowing it to contour to the board.

Pull it gently to you get a nice fit!

Then, once I make sure all fits well, Now, I sew into the backsides some

Velcro tape to keep it in place and it does not slip or move around!

I place the Velcro  tape in about three places, but two places might be sufficient.

When I had my sewing room painted our son put in an ironing board unit 

right into the wall for me. And because of its smaller size I was needed

A cover that would fit properly, but also I wanted a pretty one!

These Hide A Boards are really nice...

So because of this unique size needed it inspired me to make my own!

I am really glad I did as it was a fun and not really that hard!

I always leave the old cover and padding on as I like the extra padding

it adds to the board. So I just place the new cover over the older one!

TA- DA 

 A new ironing board cover!

A few years back, I purchased from Etsy a new ironing board cover for myself 

 and I loved it as it was a fabric that had roses on it!

So I guess it won't be long and I will be making a new one for that board also!

I enjoy ironing and find it quite relaxing;

Also, I use it while crafting as a table for my items!

A good quality ironing board is a wise investment, just like a good pair of scissors!

My kids knew not to touch my good scissors (smile)

Hope you enjoyed seeing how I made mine;

Sometimes we need to try our hand at something different!

Also, I think this would make a nice item for stay at home Moms to make and sell!

Blessings, Roxy

Is The Dandelion An Obnoxious Weed Or A flower...

 

Is the Dandelion an obnoxious weed?

Or

Is it a flower preferred by Mothers everywhere!

 Mothers all over this country have likely experienced, the joy

Of a bouquet of yellow button dandelions.

These flowers are usually delivered in a the clutches of a little hand!

Those little hands are a bit sticky and covered in dirt.

The aroma of these little yellow buttons smells a bit pungent.

But the smile that spreads across these little faces, as they deliver them!

~I have always chosen to think of these little flowers as a ray of sunshine~

To see a lawn that carries no dandelions, may be a big achievement

For a master gardener in his profession!

No obnoxious weeds growing in their lush grass!

But as we all know beauty really is in the eye of the beholder.

I have loved every dandelion that has ever been presented to me;

And all the memories and love that were presented in the gift and the giver!

Mary Mary how does your garden grow?

What are you cultivating, what seeds are you tenderly planting?

I will tell you this;

Whatever you plant this season, you will harvest!

Now is the time to break up the fallow ground;

I have heard so many statements from people that have said things like;

I wish I had raised my children differently

I wish I had never gotten divorced

I wish I had more children

I wish I had been kinder to my family

I wish I had loved them more deeply

I wish I had more faith...

Accept the love offerings and the olive leaf;

One day I believe the Lord will ask us this

"How well did you love one another"

I choose to think of dandelions as a lovely flower;

Not an obnoxious weed...

Tell me how much these yellow buttons have meant to you!

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The Shaking Of Mount Everest...

 Everything That Can Be Shaken Will Be Shaken...

This Earthquake touched me personally;

I have on the ground three young adults living in that area,

That I know personally and attended the one couple's wedding!

I received a TXT message shortly after the earthquake

 and we heard that all of them were safe.

We saw images of this massive mountain just moving and shaking...

Well, we are seeing the destruction and the loss of life!

I will say that I just think that many of these lives will not see the Lord.

The pagan gods and their idols were smashed, their temples are no more...

I have prayed and my heart does feel heavy for this upheaval,

And destruction and loss of loved ones for so many.

There is fear for them that it is still very dangerous to go inside any structure.

I wonder is this the shaking that might cause the world to look

and see that they need a Saviour and how they must make

Him Lord of their lives!

I am so grateful that my friends were on a bus traveling in a remote area!

God does know where each of us are at any given time.

We are told in the Holy Bible that earthquakes will happen!

We must all be ready for any such thing that might shake our lives or our world!

~Everything that can be shaken will be shaken~

Pray For Those To See and Hear The Truth

As destruction can come swiftly and some are not ready

To meet The Only One True God

How To Take Responsibility And The Rhythm and Blues...

 

One of the greatest gifts to give yourself and to your husband and family is this;

Learning to move with the ebb and flow of life...

There is a rhythm that life takes on with just doing and trusting;

No stress and a deep, abiding wholeness.

Most the time when life gets chaotic and stressful is when we are doing too much!

We all can do something each and everyday;

But taking on other person's responsibilities is just foolish

And not biblical at all!

Now, hear me out, we will all have small slots when much more may be required of us.

When sickness comes or a move or trials come;

I fully get that, we must help and pull a bit extra.

We need to help someone in a difficult situation, that is biblical too.

I am talking about others getting away with dumping all their responsibilities on you!

It most cases we live in the overflow of the chaos of the bad decisions of others!

This is called sowing what you reap...

Now, that is a biblical term, and we have all seen the fruit of this truth!

We allow so many to do only what they want and hold no one accountable.

Then we are expected to do our share and carry burdens and work;

That was not intended for us to do or carry

So when we do more than what God has asked of us all the time;

We get overloaded, and we become stressed and filled with anxiety.

We can become feeling a bit down and blue!

The rhythm and blues get out of sync in your life.

And on the other hand, we may be the ones not carrying our share or load;

And we are causing this undo stress on another;

No matter who is not doing their share, this will cause an undercurrent and pulls others under!

I will also add this little surmise, some can carry very heavy loads and it does not

affect them so much. Some of us can carry only smaller loads!

This is what I mean by ebb and flow, we all need to learn this and adjust our days

And commitment to others as what will work and not break us down.

This is old fashion wisdom! And maybe what should be common sense.

"But as a nice person we may take on a false christian bear it all mentality"

We all need to learn these levels of commitment to helping others,

We have all heard terms like enabling or your really not helping them;

God just may be growing them and you are interfering with what God is teaching them!

And if you do too much that is what we really are doing;

Do not over commit, but do what you are suppose to do;

Just use wisdom and learn to say NO...

God has his way of training and maturing each of us;

So do not carry another burden that is theirs to carry,

You are not really helping!

We all must grow up and take responsibility for our lives!

We must always encourage them and lift them in prayer, but doing all the work

Is not really helping them at all!

Help others to have roots so they can stand the winds of adversity

Do not clip their wings!

Help them to soar and grow...

That is real teaching and disciplining and mentoring!

Not doing it for them...

Do you see yourself in this?