“BLESSED (HAPPY, fortunate, to be envied) is everyone who fears, reveres, and worships the Lord, who walks in His ways and lives according to His commandments. For you shall eat [the fruit] of the labor of your hands; happy (blessed, fortunate, enviable) shall you be, and it shall be well with you. Your wife shall be like a fruitful vine in the innermost parts of your house; your children shall be like olive plants round about your table. Behold, thus…
When Christa set out for work on Friday, little did she know what was in store. As soon as she left, Kristen and I sprang into action, and began cooking for a surprise engagement party to be held later that evening. Decorations came flying out from hidden places, as we scurried about all day getting things ready. Paula, Brandon’s mom, came over and helped, and together we all began creating a masquerade themed party that Christa would never forget. Brandon…
Today was such a great day! Started off just hanging around with Andrew (who spent the night after Danny’s Wings party last night) and Bethany. Then went on an apx. 20-mile bike ride with Julie — Did a bunch of chores, then off to grocery shop. When I came home, everyone was there hanging out, and Jesse was over getting his haircut. Made a quick dinner, and even Gary showed up! Now just hanging around with Bethany & Christa. Love…
It was an amazing day, start to finish (actually even BEFORE the start!). BEFORE the start, the guys on our “team” all drove to Harsen’s Friday night to get everything ready for the big “PAJAMA party” (that was Mike Picc, Gary, Stephen & Michael). Of course, they always end up having their own party! Then first thing Saturday morning, up and attem to get to the picnic as early as possible. It was weird for me to be driving my…
Today is going to be a busy day getting ready for the THIRTIETH ANNUAL Carollo-Girgenti Family Picnic tomorrow! I love working with our group – we have so much fun planning the picnic! Can’t wait!
Had a great day yesterday, first scrapbooking with Christa at Jan’s, then to Matt’s graduation party. It was great to see so many friends and family there! Afterwards, went home and hung out with the family for awhile.
Today is a very sad day. I will be attending the funeral of a brave young lady, a classmate of Bethany’s, who died. All her life she had problems with her heart. Upon speaking to her on occasion at her home, her attitude was always to celebrate what she COULD do; she never focused on what she couldn’t do. 2 Corinthians 4.17-5.8 For our light affliction, which is but for a moment, worketh for us a far more exceeding and…
It has been an amazing few days here. Started off in Rome touring all amazing places like where Peter & Paul walked, the Colaseum where gladiators fought and Christians were martyred. Stood where Julius Caesar stood and where Mussolini spoke. Was at Trevi Fountain where Gregory Peck and Audrey Hepburn made Roman Holiday. Pasta is the dish of choice here, or grilled fish, although any fish you THINK you know what it is, be ready for some surprises! Went to…
Today Gary and I went shopping for Christmas Tree decorations. While we were shopping, it started POURING down snow! The snow was as big as quarters! Then today was the Truth Project. Before hand, Amber, Hannah, Bethany, Christa and I worked together to make an amazing dinner of wedding soup, fruit salad, and quiche. We had a great day together!
We had an incredible Financial Seminar, thanks to Asaad Faraj, Matt Wandrie, Mike Skupin, and Ed Murray. Everyone learned a LOT, including me! I am excited to repeat it again soon. It was truly a blessing, and I am grateful that these gentlemen volunteered their time and expertise to help others! Then we went to the Carollos for a night out with the Mallinos and Carollos. We have been getting together several times a year (taking turn at each other’s…
