6 Days and Counting

Ridgeline's reLAUNCH countdown continues . . . .

Today was a good day. Matt reminded us in leaders meeting that we need to stay connected to the Source - Jesus. There are many little things that need to get done this week. But the first order of business is to spend time with our Creator.

On the family front, we had a great day. Lots of fun and laughing. . . . even got a nap in!!! The night was topped off with a trip to 5 Guys Burgers and Fries - YUM!

Although, Matt's broher had a major accident today. He was roping calves and broke his pelvis when the horse stopped. He was care-flighted to the hospital in Ft. Worth where they are awaiting the pelvic specialist to see if surgery is needed or not. It is rough right now so any prayers would be appreciated.

7 Days and Counting . . . .

In 7 days, Ridgeline Community Church will reLAUNCH in a major way. Over the last 3 weeks we have hit about 11,000 homes twice with door hangers - one with a funny top 10 and one with a pop rocks & Coke dare. Statistics say that 1-3% will respond. Think about that with me . . . minimally, that's 110 homes . . . . that's potentially 220 adults and who knows how many kids. Can I get a collective scream???!!

We are excited, scared, thrilled, afraid, and all around anxious but we are praying for peace. Peace for our families this week and peace for Sunday. Praying for no hiccups in the technology, praying we have enough volunteers in RidgeKids, praying we get things together and ready for the visitor bags, praying we keep our heads on straight and save time and sanity for our families.

This is the biggest risk we have taken so far but it is in God's hands now. He is the only one that can make this thing happen. He is the only one.

Matt and I are watching "Facing the Giants" right now and we are both bawling like little girls. We love this movie because it came into our lives a few years ago, right when we needed to hear the message the most: "Nothing is impossible with God" (Matthew 19:26). He does more than we can dream or even imagine. (Ephesians 3:20-21) He blesses just because He can.

Let's see what God has in store for Ridgeline . . . . Stay tuned . . .

BEST Ice Cream Sandwiches

I hate ice cream sandwiches. I have never liked them. Don't get me wrong. I LOVE ice cream!!! But "NO!" on the sandwich thing.

However, I have just invented the most amazing ice cream sandwich EVER!! (Ok, I doubt I invented it but I did it really well ((and cheap)) so I get a little credit . . . ) Follow these directions and you will have your own little piece of heaven right here on earth!!

First you will need to make cake mix cookies: cake mix (chocolate of some kind), 2 eggs & 1/2 cup of oil. Stir until combined and bake at 350 for 10-12 minutes. Cool completely.

Then slightly thaw Ben & Jerry's Cherries Garcia Ice Cream for about 10 seconds in the microwave. Spread a dollop on a cookie and top with another cookie. Repeat until you run out of cookies or ice cream. (Coffee ice cream is ok but Cherries Garcia is the BEST!)

If you're in a hurry, go ahead and gobble one but if you have a minute, put it in the freezer for about 5 minutes. It will firm up a little and not mush when you bite in.

Ahhhh. . . . . Now isn't that amazing??!?

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Do you ever get the "I wish I was's"??? I sure do. Especially when I am checking out all my favorite blogs and copying all their ideas for my crafty moments. I know the majority of the blogs I follow are stay at home moms that blog for income. I really want a job like that. I LOVE to sew and create but I just don't think it would work for me.

There are a lot of things I'd like to be: in fashion, more compassionate, selfless, more confident, and skinny. Ok, let's don't go crazy. Seriously though, I know God made me just like this but I know there are things I HATE about myself too. I think some of them are just me wallowing in mud but I also have a sin nature that I'd LOVE to shuck. It causes me most of my personality flaws so I could just go without . . . . I'll have to wait for heaven on that one, I guess. :(

1 Corinthians 12 talks about the body of Christ and how we all have our part. The author, Paul, says we should not wish for other gifts because our role is exactly what is needed to fulfill the cause of Christ but I can't help but wishing for some other talents. My gifts lie in areas of leadership, administration, and teaching, and I like all those things. However, I'd like a few other perks. Know what I mean??

Most days I feel very secure in what I am and what I'm not. I meet so many people that could really use this sense of security that only comes from Christ, especially women. What is it with us?? Why are we always comparing ourselves to each other??

I'm having a weak day but let's ban together on this, ladies, and do our best to be satisfied with who we are. We are wonderful women that God sculpted with His very own hand. We would want our children (especially our daughters) to be confident in who they are. Let's face the mirror and be strong for them. We are who we are for a reason and when we are in our sweet spot, we will see everything so clearly.

Not looking for pity . . . . Just some thoughts of the day, I guess.

Check this one out!

I just stumbled onto a few cool blogs lately and I wanted to share one of my new fav's. It's giverslog.com. Click the button at the bottom or this link and check it out. Enjoy!

Headband Crazy!

We are going crazy around here for headbands and flowers! I made this headband with attached flower in a matter of minutes (and, as you know, that's all I've got). In fact I've made 3 headband covers and 5 flowers over the weekend! You can find the headband cover template and directions from mmmcrafts and the flower tutorial from The Secret Stitch Club. Click on these links and you can see it for yourself. (BTW- I just learned how to link this stuff and I didn't even have to ask anyone. Wahoo!)

Blueberry Picking

Today we went blueberry picking with a couple of friends. It was so much fun but it didn't take long to fill our buckets with wonderful blueberries. "Only pick the blue ones!" YUM! We already made a list of the yummy things we are going to make with our catch. Pancakes and muffins top the list!!