How to Handle a Grumpy Mom

This post is for an entry in the Parenthood Blogfest. If chosen it will be published in a fantasy anthology on parenting published by Wayman Publishing. I hope you enjoy it. Before getting to my submission – How to Handle a Grumpy Mom, I’d like to share a bit about the successful how-to book that is taking the blogging world by storm…..

Whether you’re a blogging wanna-be, new-be, or you’ve been doing it for years, The Blogger’s Survival Guide is a must. Lexie Lane and Becky McNeer are two seasoned bloggers who can help anyone succeed in the blogging world with their amazing book. Take a look at why bloggers can’t wait to get a hold of The Blogger’s Survival Guide.

Now on to my submission -

How to Handle a Grumpy Mom (This is an updated version from a post I wrote for Mother's Day 2012)

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Live Well, Age Well

There's no doubt about it, as each day dawns, we are one day older.

Do you find this exciting or depressing?

We live in a time when aging is looked on as something to fear. Let's face it, there are a lot of old people out there that have really poor health.

• Why is that? It didn't used to be that way.
• What's changed?
• Does it have to be that way?
• Is there anything I can do to change this trend or are we permanently stuck?

We'll answer these questions in just a minute, but first lets address another important fallacy.

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Health Benifits of Owning a Pet

The inspiration for this post came unexpectedly.

Several years ago, we had to give up our favorite cat because we were moving and couldn't bring her with us. Tilly had been a part of our family for over 14 years. It was a difficult decision. She had brought a calming affect to our home of 11 rambunctious kids. She was quiet, unobtrusive. - just always there.

...read the rest of the story and added update HERE

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My Journey To Becoming A Health Coach

Inspiring myself and others to live healthy, happy lives!

Although I enrolled at Institute For Integrative Nutrition (see widgets on my sidebar and header) just a couple of months or so ago, my own health journey began about 28 years ago when my 4th child was born. He was breech and I had toxemia. After his breech delivery, I still had the effects of toxemia a year later. Thus began my search for better health. I tend to be allergic to modern medicine, so my only alternative was to look into alternative healing (pun intended!).

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This Sunday, 10am MDT, I invite you to join me in listening to the Prophet and Apostles of the Lord Jesus Christ. Just click HERE to go to the page to view online.If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me.

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My First Personal Prayer

This Sunday I’m teaching my 7 year old primary class about Joseph Smiths first uttered prayer. It got me to thinking about the first time I offered my own personal prayer.

I grew up in a praying family. We had family prayer every morning and evening. We prayed at each meal..… each of us took turns offering the prayers in our family, so praying wasn’t a new thing for me. But, I’d never offered my own personal prayer, you know, the one where you kneel by your bed and pray before going to sleep.

I was probably around 7-8 years old and had never prayed personally to my Heavenly Father. I’d been taught to do this, but always felt embarrassed at the thought of doing it. Finally one night guilt got the better of me and I slunk out of bed…hoping that if I could just quietly slide out of bed, offer my prayer and quickly get back into bed no one would notice. The funny thing was, I was in the room all alone and no one would see me praying anyway – except Heavenly Father; I was convinced I could be subtle enough that I could offer my prayer and get safely back under my covers even before HE noticed.

So, here I am in the dark, I’ve successfully slid out of my bed with ‘no one noticing’ and was kneeling and saying my first personal prayer….when all of the sudden in walked my dad. Awkwardddddd! I was so embarrassed, here I was offering my first personal prayer to Heavenly Father and in walks my dad….what’s up with that? Looking back on it now, I’m sure it was for the benefit of my dad….you see, as a child, I was not the typical quiet, sweet little daughter - Nothing like my tender, peacemaking mom and 3 sisters. I’m sure my dad worried about his wild and ferocious little indian of a daughter…if I’d been a boy, it would have been okay, but 'back in the day', girls were expected to be soft, gentle, little homemakers, imitating their mothers. I on the other hand, had an independent spirit that couldn’t wait to burst out doors, run, jump, climb, and create all kinds of mischief. Tom boy was what I was referred to.

I loved being outside. I came to life when I was outside. I had my own secret hut made in the wood pile. I had all kinds of adventures in our pasture with the calves and horses. I even had a special maple tree that I could climb and pretend I was a bird. (If I believed in reincarnation, I’m sure I would have been a bird.) I could climb trees better than any of the boys and once in my special maple tree I was in a world all my own. I could see the entire valley… all the other houses and trees in my community, I could fly over to my best friend’s house, light in her tree and visit with her for hours. Or I could soar high in the clouds and just feel the freedom of being able to be who I was.

So, I’m sure Heavenly Father wanted to reassure my dad that there was nothing to worry about, because his little wild indian of a daughter was saying her personal prayers and felt a strong connection to the Divine.

Thus began my lifelong pursuit of communicating with my Father in Heaven. Until the day he died, my dad continued to worry about me because I was so independent and didn’t follow the crowd, but I imagine when things got tuff for him in connection with me, he could look back on the moment Heavenly Father gave him a glimpse of hope when he saw me saying my first personal prayer.

Do you remember the first time you prayed? Maybe you've never prayed before, if so I encourage you to do so. As you can see, I survived my first prayer and my life has become more rich and abundant because of prayer. Praying is just like talking to your best friend. Speak from the heart and you can't go wrong. I promise, HE will listen and will love hearing from you. If you'd like to learn more about my faith, please feel free to contact me.

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God Is Interested Even In The Small Details

During my lifetime, I have witnessed so many miracles and tender mercies from God. Some were huge, and some were very small and seemed insignificant...but none the less they were amazing! I'd like to share one such moment with you.

I've been absent for quite awhile from blogging and felt it was time to share a sweet tender mercy I received the other day. As many of you know, I  have rheumatoid arthritis and ankylosing spondilitis. Both have put me in a wheelchair and also crippled my hands so they don't work as well as I would love.

 The other day I was tending my DARLING 2 year old GRANDdaughter Little S.  (Of course, all grandchildren are darling to their grandmas)

 I love being a woman, mother and especially a GRANDmother. She calls me Nana, and we have such a great time together..... Anyway, to get back to my story, Little S. was hungry and I was trying to open her 'pack-pack' as she calls it.

Usually I can twist the lid with no problem, but today it just wouldn't budge. I twisted and twisted, I tried prying it off with a fork and still the lid wouldn't come off. After about 10 minutes of frustration, it occurred to me the Heaven Father could help me get this lid open. Little S. and I offered a prayer that we could get the lid open. After the prayer, I gave the pack-pack lid a twist and it came right off....does God answer even little silly prayers? YES indeed!

After the lid came off, we gave a prayer of gratitude and thanksgiving!

Mosiah 27:14 And again, the angel said: Behold, the Lord hath ^aheard the prayers of his people, and also the ^bprayers of his servant, Alma, who is thy father; for he has ^cprayed with much faith concerning thee that thou mightest be brought to the ^dknowledge of the truth; therefore, for this purpose have I come to ^econvince thee of the power and authority of God, that the ^fprayers of his servants might be answered according to their faith.

Have you had a prayer answered? I'd love to hear your experience.

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My Christmas Wish For You

I'll be signing off my blog for awhile. When I return I hope to have a newly designed blog, but in the meantime, I wanted to share a Christmas gift for all you amazing friends. I pray you will have a very Merry Christmas!

If you're struggling this Christmas... Click HERE

Looking for inspiration on how to serve others this Christmas? Click HERE

Mary and Joseph Traveling to Bethlehem. This is for all you mothers and fathers. I can so relate to Mary at the pond... Click HERE

My favorite...My heart is so touched by Joseph's expression as he brings his sweet Mary into the stable. Click Here

• To truly find the Spirit of Christmas, look for Christ and you will feel overwhelming emotions of love this season.
• Step back and contemplate what Christmas means to you. Is your life stressed emotionally and financially? Make the changes you need to...don't let this special season pass you by.
• Remember to be a good receiver as well as a good giver.
•  Become more interested in people instead of things.

The greatest gift I can share with you is my abiding testimony that Jesus is the Christ. His atonement was for everyone. There is no sin so powerful that Christs love cannot redeem us.

I also bear witness that the Boom of Mormon is another testament of Jesus Christ. It is the second witness promised us in the Bible. Together they establish the true and everlasting gospel of joy and redemption.

I love our Father in Heaven. I love my Savior, and I love the Holy Spirit.

This little video clip would be fun to share with your children and GRANDchildren. The Coat

In conclusion I hope you enjoy these pictures.

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Cut Expenses And Still Have A Merry Christmas

With the economy being down for such a long time, many people have learned how to cut expenses in daily living, but hesitate when Christmas comes along. The first step in creating a wonderful Christmas without going into debt is making a mindset change. Culture and traditions can be changed....

Read entire article I wrote, HERE on WikiMommy.

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Christmas Advent Calendar

There's something magical about a Christmas Advent Calendar. 

Last year I started stocking up on supplies to make a fun CLOTHESLINE countdown for my GRANDkids.  I shopped the after-Christmas sales and got super discounted prices. Most of the items are gift card holders, just right for slipping a piece of candy or small toy in.

Since I was making 3 separate sets, I had to keep within my budget. I also found lots of little toys and fun things to stuff inside each item. I only had a few empty items that I set aside to put candy in. (Just so ya know, I didn't buy the candy until now.)

Cracker Barrel, The Dollar Store, and Wal-Mart were fantastic for finding all the stuff I needed. The only problem was waiting almost an entire year before I could send them out to my GRANDkids.

I found the little clothespins at Wal-Mart in their craft section. The little hangers were from a paper doll set, my kids used to have but didn't use anymore.

This is a photo one of my daughters sent of their Clothesline Advent Calendar...Isn't it darling! She only had a skinny wall to mount hers on so she divided it up into 3 separate sections. My other daughter is going to hang hers in one long clothesline across their fireplace mantle.

Some of the things I stuffed inside were: Santa straws, crayons, note pads, sparkely nail polish for the girls, Hot Wheels cars for the boys, hair clips, etc.

Do you have any good ideas for Advent Calendars?

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Thanksgiving Feast

I love our Thanksgiving traditions:

Food - Our Thanksgiving feast is very traditional (except we don't do cranberry sauce).

Family - As many as we can get into one house. Lots of noise, laughter and confussion.

Lum and Abner - No Thanksgiving is complete without listening to our favorite Thanksgiving story, Chester the Turkey. Lum and Abner is an old radio show and this is my favorite! One year my girls memorized it and performed it as a skit...too funny!

Singing - We have several songs fit for the occassion. "Over the River and Through the Woods", "5 Fat Turkeys Are We", and "There's a Big Fat Turkey Out On Grandpas Farm". I've included a couple of Youtube versions of "Over the River..."
 Funny


More Traditional


Crafts - Here are some of my favorite links for all kinds of kid friendly activities:

• Enchanted Learning
• Spoonful
• Kaboose

What are some of your favorite Thanksgiving Traditions? Hope you have a very THANKful week!

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VeraTemp G!veaway and Review

W!N your very own VeraTemp Non-Contact Personal Use Thermometer!

Now that the flu season is upon us, it's a great time for this
g!veaway. One lucky person will win this item.


What I like about the VeraTemp:

• Great for everyone. If you have children or are caring for an elderly family member this thermometer is so easy to use. As some of you know, taking the temperature of an adult whose cranky and confused can be very difficult. Using the VeraTemp, they don't even know it's being done.
• Non-contact. No more waking up or disturbing the patient just to take their temp. Also no worries about spreading germs from using a contaminated thermometer. No expensive shields to replace either.
• 3 settings. #1 for BODY temp. #2 for ROOM temp. This setting is to check the persons room temperature so they stay comfortable. #3 SURFACE temp. Helpful in checking temperatures of food, bath water etc.
• Instant reading. No more waiting with a probe stuck in your mouth or rectum. The VeraTemp gives instant and accurate readings.
• Auto-Off. I don't need to remember to turn it off. With all the concerns of caring for someone ill, this is one less thing to think about.

If you can't wait for the g!veaway and want to purchase you own VeraTemp now, VeraTemp is offering you a $2 rebate. Just click HERE.
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Happy Halloween Wordless Wednesday

From my hearth to yours...

These little owly friends were handcrafted by my sweet friend Deb over at Jeremiah 29:11

Something creepy is crawling out of my basket of leaves...

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Fight Winter Illness With Home Remedies

Below are some safe home remedies that I thought would be helpful to you now that the flu season has hit. (This is taken from a post I did last year).  Also, watch for a G!veaway and review coming Thursday November 1, 2012 for the new and improved VeraTemp Non-Contact Thermometer. 

Home Remedies:

Most of the items used can be found in your kitchen. Just remember these are not to take the place of treatments and advice given by your health care professional.  These home remedies can enhance your overall health and are not necessarily medical cures.

INSOMNIA

·         Taking a warm bath an hour or so before bed will help you relax.  Be aware that a warm bath just before bed time can also stimulate and revive you so make sure you take one a least 1 hour before bedtime.

·         Keep on a regular schedule.  Your body likes schedules and will relax more easily if you go to bed and rise at the same time each day. (I know that this can be difficult for moms to do).

·         The old ‘glass of warm milk will help you sleep’ is actually true.  Some scientists believe it's the presence of tryptophan, a chemical that helps the brain ease into sleep mode that does the trick. Adding 1 TBS of honey to your warm milk will add an even greater calming effect.

Post Nasal Drip / Sore Throat

·         To ease a sore throat due to post nasal drip gargle with a solution of 1/2 teaspoon salt to 1 cup warm water.

·         Drink plenty of fluids, this keeps the mucus thin and your nose and body hydrated. ( A good rule of thumb is: drink  ½ your body weight in ounces,…say you weigh 100lbs.  Cut that amount in ½ and change it to ounces, that would make it 50 oz. of water a day)

·         A humidifier can help alleviate a scratchy throat due to PND.

·         Soothing recipes:

1.     1 tablespoon honey, any kind 

1 tablespoon vinegar, preferably apple-cider vinegar 

8 ounces hot water

Combine all  ingredients in a glass and sip slowly (but don't let it get cold). Use as often as desired. (some feel that honey should be avoided in children 2 years old and younger).

2.     Mix 1 tablespoon each of honey and lemon juice in 1 cup warm water. Sip slowly.

3.     Combine 1 spoonful of lime juice with a spoonful of honey and take as often as needed for a sore throat.

FLU

·         Plan on sleeping and otherwise taking it easy for a few days.

·         Drink plenty of liquids, preferably fruit juices. This will keep you hydrated and give you some nourishment.

·         If throwing up is an issue tiny sips of Coke (de-fizzed) can help.

·         Keep a humidifier going. Influenza thrives in dryer air caused by the cold temperatures, furnaces and wood stoves.

·         A cough that brings up mucus is good.  This is the body’s way of getting rid of the mucus and keeps in out of the lungs.

·         Warm Chicken broth and Chicken soup are still good stand-bys for someone with the flu.

·         A dry hacking cough can keep you and others awake.  Honey is a natural expectorant.  Mix 1 tablespoon honey into 1 cup hot water, stir well and sip…add a squeeze of lemon if you like.

Honey, onion, garlic, Echinacea and golden seal root are all natural ways to boost your immune system.  Incorporate the first three in your daily diet for added benefits. Use Echinacea and/or golden seal root only as needed.

CONSTIPATION

·         Sesame seeds provide roughage and bulk, but no more than ½ ounce a day… and drink lots of water as you take the seeds. You may also sprinkle them on salads and other foods, but again, no more than 1/2 ounce.

·         Like Mother always said eat your fruits and vegetables…make sure to eat them  FRESH for better results.

·         Apple juices and raisins are also helpful in keeping your running smooth.

·         Grains (whole grains, meaning the entire gain is used not just part of it as in white flour).  Whole-grain cereals, barley is great in soups, whole wheat breads, etc.

·         Exercise helps keep your bowels active also.

·         Don’t fight the call of nature.  Too often we get busy and put off going when our body is ready.  This causes the system to back up and confuses the natural flow of things.

·         Again drink plenty of water. This keeps the intestines moist and the flow goes smoother!

·         Sit, relax, and take your time…some things just take a while.  This is a good time to read the Ensign, your newest novel, or work a cross word puzzle. 

Do you have some tried and true remedies you use to help your family get through the winter months? I love to hear.

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Sacrament Meeting

Today was our annual Primary Children's Sacrament Meeting. Every fall, the Primary (ages 3-11) put on a program during Sacrament meeting. For me, it is always one of the most fun and most spiritual meetings.

The program began with the children singing 'As A Child of God'. The words are powerful and so inspiring.

 

 

 

♫ I came to earth with power to choose.

Good choices bless me and my family too.

As a child of God, I receive special light:

The Holy Ghost helps me to know what is right.

 

I feel so safe and happy because

Such feelings of peace come from family love.

As a child of God, I receive special light:

The Holy Ghost helps me to know what is right.

 

In my own home I’ll happily serve.

I’ll strengthen my family by my good works.

As a child of God, I receive special light:

The Holy Ghost helps me to know what is right. ♫ 

 

© 2006 by Janice Kapp Perry. All rights reserved. This song may be copied for incidental, noncommercial home and church use. This notice must be included on each copy made.

Our Ward (Congregation) has about 50 Primary children and each one of them had a speaking part. Since CL and I are teachers for the 10-11 year old class, we were able to participate too. Our class was asked the question, "How has keeping the Word of Wisdom blessed your life?" Each child in our class came up with their own answers. Here are some of their answers:



Marlynne - Some of the blessings that I receive from obeying the Word of Wisdom is that I will stay healthy.

Vanessa - The Word of Wisdom says not to smoke or drink alcohol or other harmful substances. We also need to eat healthy foods, drink lots of water and get plenty of sleep. I know Heavenly Father will bless us if we keep the Word of Wisdom.

Emily - When I keep the Word of Wisdom, not only am I happy, but I'm healthy too. I am blessed to to have the Word of Wisdom to guide me.

McKenna - When we follow the Word of Wisdom, it will help us with future challenges in life.

Katie - You get blessings like good health, prosperity and not being addicted when you follow the Word of Wisdom. Your constant companion, if you do what's right, is the Holy Ghost. We all need the Holy Ghost in our lives. Without it, we would be hopelessly lost.

I am so impressed with the rising generation. We are in good hands with these kids and so many others like them.

3 Nephi 9:22 Therefore, whoso repenteth and cometh unto me as a little child, him will I receive, for of such is the kingdom of God. Behold, for such I have laid down my life, and have taken it up again; therefore repent, and come unto me ye ends of the earth, and be saved.

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Who Is My Neighbor

In the Parable of the Good Samaritan, Christ taught us to care for each other, even if we're strangers.

As many of you know, I'm in a wheelchair. When CL and I go grocery shopping, CL pushes the cart and I follow along side using my feet to pedal in my wheelchair. All-in-all, it works out pretty good. The hard part is when we're done checking out and heading to the car. Our local Wal-Mart has a sloping parking lot and it's too steep for me to handle on my own. CL usually does a great job hanging on to my wheelchair with one hand and pulling the grocery cart with the other hand.

One day while doing our balancing act in the parking lot, we heard a voice from behind say, "Can I push your cart for you?" Wow, were we surprised. Grateful for the help we said yes. We were parked at the other end of the parking lot and this sweet woman pushed our cart all the way for us.  Since then, we have been aided on a regular basis from total strangers just wanting to help. People are so awesome!

Another act of Good Samaritan-izm happened, at a Sunday meeting, several weeks ago. During this meeting the Lord taught me a great lesson.  It was Stake Conference, (a local Church meeting made up of 8 Wards - Congregations.)  The meeting was 2 hours long. Across the aisle was a father and his young daughter.  Throughout the meeting I could see the father diligently trying to keep his toddler quietly entertained. She looked about 2 years old. As the meeting progressed, the little girl got bored and started throwing a tantrum, not just a little one, but, a BIG one. I was so glad when the father finally took her out. I said to myself, "Now I can concentrate on what the speaker was saying," (which, by the way was about being more Christ-like).  Ummmmmm, do ya get the feeling I was missing something...

Well, after a while the father came back with his still reluctant daughter. She was quieter, but I could tell she was on the verge of another tantrum. I quietly shook my head to myself and passed judgement....if I was her mother, I'd get her under control...

All of the sudden, a young girl about 10 years old came from behind, handed the toddler a sheet of stickers and a blank piece of paper. The toddler grew silent and the father gave a very grateful smile.  My lesson was learned.

Have you had any similar experiences? I'd enjoy hearing from you!

Side note: Please vote for my family photo by clicking HERE. Thank you very, very much!(You can vote once a day if you'd like. Ends Oct 22!)

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My Weekend Feast

My Saturday and Sunday were filled with words from our living Prophets and Apostles. I invite you to listen to a short excerpt from President Monsons concluding talk...He has given us the counsel the Lord wants us to have for the times we live in.

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Who Are The Mormons?

With the USA Presidential Election coming up I thought you might like to get better idea of who Mormons are. I'm not endorcing any specific person for President, but since Mitt Romney is a Mormon, and Mormonism is kind of a big issue in the news lately, and since I'm a Mormon, I figured it would be a good idea to help you know a bit more about us.

There's all kinds of false rumors roaming around and I hope this will clear up what's really true about us. None of us profess to be perfect, we're just like everyone else, trying to be the best we can. Since being a Mormon (or a Latter-Day Saint), we love to share the joy and knowledge our faith gives us.

If you have any questions, I'd love to answer them.  I'm not trying to convert you, I just love sharing what I know.  Also, if you want come and listen to the Prophet and Apostles speak,  General Conference is Saturday and Sunday. I promise you that General Conference has something just for you.  To view, click HERE anytime after 10 am MT Saturday October 6th.  God has NOT forgotten us, nor has he left us without teachings for our day.

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Where's The Cheese Grater

Moving into a new home has it's challenges, but who would have thought that the cheese grater would be one of the biggest, and funniest challenge.

I expect to loose  my teenagers once in awhile, knowing they'll turn up when they're hungry or need money. I even expect to occassionally loose my husband when he comes across a good book to read. And, when my little doggy friend turns up missing, I know she'll be back wagging her tail and begging for attention... BUT to repeatedly loose the cheese grater is unacceptable.

I like a place for everything and eveything in it's place, (one of the side-effects of menopause, I'm sure.)  When I was designing my new kitchen, I knew where everything was going to be put.  The dishes are close to the sink, the baking items are in the bakers cabinets, refridgetator dishes next to the fridge and so on. I EVEN had a special place set aside for my cheese grater.

Admitedly,  my cheese grater is not the prettiest item in the kitchen, nor is it the most used, but when I need my cheese grater, I want to be able to FIND MY CHEESE GRATER.

 ...the most common phrase I hear coming from my kitchen is: 

 

"Where's the cheese grater?"

 

I say it, CL says it, and the kids say it. And guess what...no one knows where it is. No one saw it last, no one used it last, and no one put it away after it was washed. 

And, thus the search begins...I threaten everyone with their lives if they even dare leave the house until we find the missing item. We eventually find it in the knife drawer, or in the bread drawer, or even in the fridge....but NEVER in the place it's supposed to be! On a regular basis I'm laughing and shaking my head in amazement at the missing cheese grater phenomenon.

So, if you happen to find my cheese grater, please call me and I'll come pick it up.

I wonder if they make beepers for cheese graters...

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What Our Friends Should Expect From Us - Part 2

Click HERE for What Our Friends Should Expect From Us - Part 1

PARABLE OF THE THREE LITTLE PIGS

Once upon a time there were 3 little pigs. The first little pig didn’t want to waste time building a house, so he built his house out of straw because that was the easiest.  He built his house very fast which left him more time to play.

The second little pig was just about as lazy as the first little pig. Playing was all he wanted to do, so he built his house out of sticks. His stick house went up pretty fast which left him more time to play.

The third little pig wanted a strong house with a firm foundation. He built his house out of bricks and cement. It was hard work and took a long time. While the other 2 pigs were singing and dancing, the third little pig was working very hard.

The other 2 little pigs would tease and make fun of the third little pig. They wouldn’t help him; all they wanted to do was have a good time. But when the wolf came, we all know what happened. The first little pigs house of straw couldn’t withstand the huffing and puffing of the big wolf.

The first little pig ran to his brother’s house made of sticks. He ran there for safety and protection from the big bad wolf. BUT, we all know that the second little pigs house of sticks was just as weak as the house of straw.  It took little effort for the wolf to blow the stick house down.

These 2 little pigs were left with no protection from the BIG BAD WOLF.  Without the help of the third little pig, these 2 little guys would be devoured.

Christ taught us: But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you,

Bless them that curse you, and pray for them which despitefully use you…

And as ye would that men should do to you, do ye also to them likewise.

For if ye love them which love you, what thank have ye? for sinners also love those that love them.Luke 6:27, 28, 31,32 KJV

If we are built on a firm foundation, then not only can our friends depend on us when the winds of the adversary blow, but we may even be the source of saving our enemies from the dangerous grasp of Satan.

To help clarify, I’m NOT talking about people who are living in an abusive situation. What my little story is trying to point out is that we CAN pray for our enemies. We CAN help our enemies when they are in need. And we CAN be in control of our own situation and build our home upon the Rock of our Redeemer so when the winds and floods of adversity come, our house will NOT wash away. We can then be a good friend and help those who have been foolish and hopefully bring them to the high ground to enjoy safety and peace with us.

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