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It is super cold out tonight! The girls and I are at my parents for the weekend while CDP attends a men's conference in Atlanta. We drove down after school today and we made it just in time for the ice! Woo Hoo! Roads are icy and slick yet people still drive like it's sunny and seventy degrees! Amazing! Please pray for hubs and the other guys as they are away and that they will be challenged in

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Okay, I was unable to upload the photos I mentioned in the earlier post. So, I've made some changes and here are a couple that just make me smile. There are times that I am completely overwhelmed at the depth of love God has given me for my two girls. Ballet agrees with SJ. And SC loves to drink coffee...cold at that! God is good!

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Dare I say it? Is spring right around the corner? I'm guessing I had better not get my hopes up since the weatherChannel is calling for snow and sleet on Tuesday! Oh well! I will enjoy the 60 degree temps while they last. This week has been super busy. Birthday parties tomorrow and a visit with a new little girl on the block and then hopefully some tennis. I am so ready to play! SC and her Dad

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Yes, we're looking at about half an inch of snow on the ground. We're not sure if school will be closed or not. We are hoping so! I'm afraid I didn't run out and grab milk and bread though. I hope I don't regret that! Anyway, think about this for a moment. When you pick up a book to read, do you start at chapter 19, and then move to chapter 2? No. Why then do we read God's Word in such a manner?

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So, I've found a great restaurant salsa recipe! Check out Pioneer Woman on her blog and search for Restaurant Salsa. It is FABULOUS! I'll try to NEVER buy the jar stuff again. The cilantro is the key. We've had a great week despite the sub-zero temperatures. The girls and I have enjoyed having some time with Daddy at home! The snowmen are still, well, somewhat standing. You see, we had 6. Yes, 6

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So, do you say Two-thousand eleven or Twenty-eleven? CDP is certain we should say Twenty-eleven in order to be relevent! LOL! Anyway, it's a new year! A fresh start! A new day! Time to put away and spruce up. Time to shape up and well, you get the picture. It's really quite amazing how time slips away each year. I honestly find myself wondering how we've gotten where we are. I can remember

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So our oldest, SJ is reading up a storm. The Cat in the Hat and Green Eggs and Ham are our favorites. She is loving being able to read all on her own without much help from Mom and Dad. I am so proud of her! She is becoming a great helper around the house with laundry and dishes too. God has blessed me with 2 great girls and I am loving every minute of being Mom.

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from God and I am so grateful God has blessed our family with some wonderful friends. Here's a few photos of our time together this weekend. Our kids don't see each other very often but it only takes a few minutes for them to warm up and remember just how much they love each other.

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God does exist....here's proof!

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and knows how to bless His children. I am grateful today that He sent a precious saint into my life at just the right time. I was in desperate need of guidance and fresh counsel when He escorted her to me...and it all happened within hours of my cry for help! I am overwhelmed at His love and grace toward me! I am grateful for her willingness to listen and obey His voice. Have you been prompted by

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So, I was browsing through my web album and came across these great pics. I guess in the busyness of life I forgot to share them. Two beautiful girls with their Fabulous Nai Nai. Enjoy Nai Nai!

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SC was ready to don her ballerina outfit and dance with Tippy!

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So, I'm gonna try to take more pictures for my Mom so that she won't be so sad when I talk to her on the phone. I have friends who are taking photographs each day and posting them to their blogs as a sort of Scrapbook of the year. So, I think I'll start...a little late maybe but you have to start sometime, right? So, here goes...this is from yesterday when my girls FINALLY got home from visiting

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So, I saw this on a friend's blog and could not resist passing it along. If you have girls who love to twirl then you need to visit this site. Since Christmas is so close this might be a great place to find that perfect gift. I plan to shop myself and most importantly, all proceeds go toward bringing home their newest little girl from China, Mary Kate. Check it out and pray for this family!http:/

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that makes people feel melancholy? I even find myself falling into this emotional state at times. Cliff's message today was based on 2 Timothy 3 where Paul instructs Timothy to study the Word and that this Word is profitable for us. The Word teaches us, rebukes us, challenges us and saves us. We are to live by the very Word that is God-breathed. Our hope and our very life is dependent on the Word

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Yep! It's that time of year again! We are headed to Destin on Friday and we could not be more excited! Our summer was busy, busy and it's time for some R&R. We will be celebrating a lot this week too. SJ turns 6 on Friday so we will stop in Ridgeland, MS and visit with old friends while munching on a Five Guys Burger and Maggie Moos Ice Cream! We are thrilled to be able to visit with some of our

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So, let's see what's been happening around here?! I made the mistake of not purchasing School Supplies before I left for Nicaragua so it took several days and several stores in order to get all of SJ's pencils, crayons and glue for her first day of school. She was ready to go but a little apprehensive. After the first day, she was just fine. She loves learning and loves her teacher and has

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We are safely home from Quilali, Nicaragua. How awesome it was to serve my Saviour in this village! I will sum up our service with one word...RELATIONSHIP. God worked in the lives of many of our team members in such personal ways. I will never be able to know all that God did in each of them but I saw evidence of the Spirit's working. And, 117 Nicaraguan's now know Jesus as their personal savior

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So, I've just returned from a week-long stay in GA and now I'm washing and packing for our mission trip to Nicaragua next week. The girls (all 4, Rudy and Tippy too) will be staying with my folks while Cliff and I share the Gospel in Central America. We've received news that we may actually have FLUSHING TOILETS in this village. I shared this with our crew from HBC and they were thrilled! However

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I had a fabulous time visiting with my friend in GA last week but as always, it's really good to be home. My girls are needing some "restructuring" after spending the last 7 days with their Nai Nai and Yei Yei. To put it bluntly, they are ROTTEN! But, I wouldn't have it any other way. I never worry about them in their care and they LOVE being with them. SJ was a bit, well, let's say, overwhelmed

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I just love these tees! Very unique and captivating! I saw the link on a friend's blog and just had to check it out. I've ordered a long sleeve one for winter. Can't wait to be able to wear it. Am about to order one for a friend as a gift. Check them out...only for Ladies and kids though!

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So, I've been out of pocket for a few days due to some traveling in the deep south. After a few days with my folks, I headed out for GA on Thursday to visit my sweet friend and her new baby girl. I've not spent this much time away from my girls and hubs in a very long time and I must admit, it's getting time to head back. But, before I do, I would just like to share a few things. After a short

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This weekend feels like it's gonna be just as full as last weekend. But, I must say it's been fun so far. Our neighbors hosted a neighborhood swim party at their home and we all had a great time swimming and playing in the pool. The burgers and dogs were fabulous and dessert and sides awesome. Thanks do the D's for hosting us and making us feel so at home. Then, tomorrow is a cute little boy's

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Our friends who are battling cancer in their 13 yr old son posted an update today that included Psalm 91. She referred to verses 1-4a where is described safety under His wings. How comforting for her in this situation. It's really hard to understand how to handle devastating news such as they have received these past few weeks and ask "Why Me, Lord?" but in the wisdom and understanding of God, it

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We are in the middle of a great weekend celebrating the birth of our country. Cliff is watching the History Channel about the Revolution. Meme is here and the girls are playing dress up in their Cinderella and Snow White gowns. We are headed to the Tobie Cinema this afternoon to watch Toy Story 3 and enjoy some A/C. We'll do church in the morning and then relax on Sunday afternoon while we wait

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my sister Kelley was born. She was a miracle in more than way as the doctor realized on that day something was wrong and my Mom was taken for an emergency C-Section. She proved to be a special young lady her entire short life. I thank God for her influence in my life even today. I often recall her smiling face as she would share her faith rather unashamedly to those she was around. She proved her

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Please continue to pray for our friends and their son CA. He has been diagnosed with Stage 4 Rhabdomyosarcoma. He is scheduled for 44 weeks of chemo that began today. Please intercede on behalf of this family. God is able and we are trusting Him.

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I just have to say this week has been amazing in so many ways that I can hardly decide where to start. VBS...dare I say more? But that's just the tip of the iceberg! I'll begin with the exciting news that we averaged 250 in VBS and had at least 20 indicate wanting a relationship with Jesus. I was even privileged to introduce one of my 3rd graders to Jesus myself at SONIC no less! We had

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I posted here that I was gonna keep up my blog and keep off Facebook....well, I guess you can tell, that didn't happen. Although I've not posted here since last month this time, I have checked FB but have tried to limit my social networking exposure. I just found myself addicted to it all and needed to take a break. So, here's my update from the past month. Memorial Day was celebrated with a

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Well, we've waited for it and it's here. Summer has officially begun at the Pace House. School is out, popsicles are bought (and half gone I might add), grass is being cut (often!), and lazy mornings with coffee are at hand. Tennis is in full "swing" for me so that means many fun days at the park for the girls with sidewalk chalk, water bottles, dirty faces and the like.SJ's end of year school

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Oh My! I have had an attack of the allergies! I've been sneezing all day and my eyes are all puffy and red! My nose is red too! I know, not the most interesting post for this most interesting blog but it has made my day most interesting. After cleaning out the fridge, I loaded up SC and SJ's friend SM for a quick lunch picnic at the park with CDP. We had a great time but while there, I had

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The girls and I are gonna have a lazy weekend....I mean it...we're not doing anything constructive! Daddy is busy taking care of speakers for a Associational Conference and so it's a girls weekend. Although the weather is gonna hold us hostage indoors, we will make the best of it. I just finished reading on the Pioneer Woman blog a great recipe for Glazed Doughnuts....hummm...that may be our

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can't live with it, can't live without it. And we've had our share of it this weekend! Our weekend was scheduled to include all the BBQ one person could hold. However, because of the weather, I decided to stay home with the girls and not be an ambassador at the local BBQ contest. I admit, I am not missing parading around in the mud but am longing for the taste of some pulled pork! Oh well,

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Spring is here and I'm getting back into the swing of things. Winter has come and gone and now the flowers are blooming and causing all sorts of issues with the sinuses! That's ok though. I'm just thankful for sunshine and back yards! My girls have been dirty and tired every night for the past few weeks and it is so nice! We are enjoying being at home and playing lots of tennis and just being at

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RE - again VIVE - lifeLife again. This would suggest that life had once been but at some point was lost or had waned or maybe even swooned would be a better word. I'm sure many of us have experienced times of waning in our earthly relationships but also in our heavenly relationship. I have been in such a place and I know the feelings of loneliness, frustration, defeat and indifference.

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I ran across a new blog yesterday that I am excited about.Take a peek at the blog post on http://www.truewoman.com/index.php?id=960.....I think it's worth thinking about....."May our conduct be pleasing in Your sight, Oh God!"

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We were pleasantly surprised to be visited by my parents on Sunday evening. They finished church on Sunday night and then drove up to visit. A short visit, but a great one. We ate breakfast at IHOP and then took a "shopping trip". SJ was so excited and her Yei Yei told her she needed to make a shopping list so here it is:Hershey KissesGumGummie BearsLittle ToysBreakfastYou can bet she received

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For those of you who read my blog, please remember our church in your prayers during the coming week. LifeAction Revival team will arrive on Friday evening for an 11 day revival summit a HBC. God is working already. How do I know this, because He is working on me! I'm getting excited about what God has in store for me as well as for our church. When you think of me, remember to pray for us. God

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I've become glued to the news these last few days. The country of Haiti is suffering. The orphans of Haiti are suffering. I've wept and prayed for these children who in many cases are simply waiting for the "governments" to allow them to be united with their forever families. The paperwork is complete. The parents are waiting. The children are waiting.....waiting....waiting. And what are they

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How many times must I watch "You've Got Mail" to get enough! I cry every time! I mean, it just gets me when she's waiting in the park and she hears the dog bark and the all of a sudden, there he is. Can it get any more sappy than that. I must say, I've seen the ending probably 15 times....I just love that movie. Anyway, enough of that. Today is warmer...a toasty 39 degrees! WHOO HOO! I'm really

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Saturday's in our house are always unpredictable. Sleeping late is usually on the agenda and breakfast, well, that depends on how late we sleep. So today, the menu was pancakes and sausage... even though I prefer bacon, CDP loves sausage. Normal breakfasts consist of yogurt or oatmeal, cereal or toast. This morning was special but not for any particular reason. After breakfast we all got dressed

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Ok, I guess you can tell I've been trying to "update" my blog. I'm officially posting the sign "Under Construction"! After spending most of Tuesday peering through computer "code" I finally managed to download a new font. However, I now see a few errors and will need to go back and rummage through to find out the problem. Since the temp outside is 13 degrees, I'm thinking today is a good day to

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What is it in the Christ Follower that allows him to see and know that the Father is at work? I see the work of Christ on the Cross more easily than the work of the Spirit in me. Before today, that would have caused me concern. However, I've discovered something....in the Old Testament, God dwelt in the Holy of Holies behind a veil. In nature, God is hidden. We see His Glory revealed mysteriously

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for not blogging for months! The excuses I provide would be just that so I'll not bore you with the details. However, I did lose my computer, may she RIP! So, let's get this year started and give you a quick update on our life these past few months. Birthdays were awesome in August and September and both girls are perfect! October flew by and November sailed right thru. December kept us all busy

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I can feel the change in the air. I can also see the daylight slipping away earlier and earlier each day. It's that time of year again. Time to wonder where the time went! I mean really, it's less than 100 days til Christmas! To be quite honest, it's only 8 weeks until our Children's Choir Christmas Musical! Yikes! Reality hits so hard! Yet in all of this reality, there is still this gentle

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Yep, we are on it...Family Vacation and we are enjoying each other so much this week. The girls are having a great time. SC likes the pool while SJ likes the beach. Go figure! The weather is just beautiful! Our unit is on the 23rd floor so we have a fabulous view of the gulf. Dolphins and sting rays are also gracing us with their presence. The water is super clear and the temps are hovering in

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No, we've NOT dropped off the planet, we've just been super busy. Hi all! Glad to be back in the blog world. I need to sum up a month's worth of events and happenings so here goes...1) We left for Nicaragua on August 1st and had a fabulous trip. We saw 114 decisions for Christ, cared for over 2500 people in the medical clinic, gave out approximately 500 pairs of glasses, pulled over 300 teeth ,

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Is it really awful to allow your kids to have cupcakes for breakfast? I hope not. I'm giving in this morning. At least SJ did eat some strawberries before the cupcake. What a beautiful Saturday! With nothing to do, I'm going to enjoy just sitting around loving on my girls. This week has been fast and furious. We entertained our staff from church last night and had a great time visiting and

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We were out late last night...I mean until 1am....UGH! Both girls were sacked out in their car seats and SC was, to say the least, not happy about having to sleep in the car. I figured this morning would be a "sleep in" morning but oh no...not my SC. She was up at 8am and ready to go. I fed her gave her a cup and headed to my room to make the bed and start my day. I noticed after a few minutes

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So, CDP is back from Peru and the girls and I have returned from our visit to the Grandparents. We had a great time at VBS at Hillsboro Baptist Church and visiting friends and family over the holiday. Now it's back to "normal" in our little corner of the world.Nicaragua is fast approaching so I'll be busy this week working on children's church stuff for our trip. Otherwise, I plan to clean house,

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Well, we're off! Meaning the Pace's are traveling tomorrow. CDP is headed on Mission to Chachapoyas, Peru and the girls and I will be in Lorena with my parents. We have a full 6 days ahead of us as we will try to see all our extended family and friends while we are away. CDP will be back home next Saturday and I'm already looking forward to it! I just updated my blog to accept Twitter updates so

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We are full swing into summer around here. We slept late this morning....well, SJ did....SC was up at 7:30....UGH....and we spent this afternoon in the backyard pool (kiddie version)! Anyway, we finished up VBS and Swim lessons last week and I'm so proud of SJ. She took right to the water and her swim teacher was just PERFECT for her. She's pretty much got the swimming down pat...she still needs

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I just had to share a sweet moment I had with my youngest this evening. It's bedtime....she's clean from head to toe....she's asking for her paci's.....(one to suck, one to hold on to) I give them to her and rock her for just a few minutes....I finally put her into bed and I whisper...."I love you".....she whispers back..."too".........Priceless! Thank you, Jesus!

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I thought Summer was officially here until I stepped outside yesterday....WOW! 60 degrees never felt so cold! However, I have enjoyed being able to walk and not sweat so much! After tomorrow we will be full swing into Summer here at the Pace Household. I've already purchased ice cream, popsicles, jello, and all sorts of snacks to keep my two "hungry monsters" happy. SJ and SC's last day at MDO is

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I didn't realize just how long it had been since I posted! Excuses are just that....however I have been really busy these last few weeks. Anyway, let's catch up a bit.....My last post was of our Easter Egg hunt and the Hodge farm. Since then, I've hosted a Ladies Retreat Weekend, finished SJ's ballet classes, taken up tennis....(Steph, you will be proud!).....escorted BBQ judges (while getting to

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We had a great time at the Hodge Farm this afternoon. Easter Eggs were everywhere!

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and I'm just about to catch up. Sorry to those of you who follow this blog and have kept checking back to see if I'd posted anything. I've hit a wall....a wall of too may things to do. So, I'll update you quickly as to what's been going on in out little corner of the world.1) SJ is so big. She had another hair cut this week and is cuter than ever. Growing up to be a sweet and smart little girl.

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It's been a lazy few days around our house. But, I'm not sure how much more I can take. After being so used to running to and fro while I was a "working" mother (even though at times my running around was my own lack of organization and motivation), I've now settled into a rut. You do know what a rut is, don't you? I remember when I was young going with my Dad to cut firewood and at times we

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and growing like a weed! SC had her 18 month check-up yesterday. She ranks in the 75th percentile in every catagory. She weighed 26 lbs and is 32 1/2 inches long. SJ only weighs 30 lbs and she's 4! She's come a long way since August 2007! After a screaming fit when the Doctor tried to listen to her breathe and check her ears, she calmed down. Then the nurse came in...another round of screaming!

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.....approximately 3 inches....plus some ice....church was cancelled....and so we PLAYED!Enjoy our photos! You can tell that some of us enjoyed it more than others! We now know who our ski partners will be next year!

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We're here..... just being lazy and busy the past few days. As I sit here and catch up with everyone in blogland, it's snowing up a storm outside. Yes, it's snowing and sleeting here in North MS. After dressing the girls in short sleeved dresses and sandals on Thursday, I'm now pulling back out the winter hats and gloves! The spring weather was nice while it lasted however, I'm beginning to get a

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We've not had much going on these days....just life in the normal. Our weeks consist of Ballet on Mondays, School on Tuesdays and Thursdays, Church on Wednesdays and down time with Daddy on Fridays. Saturday's are reserved for preparation for Sunday's, since that's a huge day at our house. I've learned that laying out clothes for church on Saturday night helps TREMENDOUSLY! It's amazing how much

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We made it home last night around 6:45. We had a great trip and the weather was absolutely beautiful! It made me long for Spring. Our previous trips to the Atlantic Coast were chilly but this year, the sun was shining and the temp around 74 each day. My parents traveled with us and were blessed to spend some great one on one time with the girls. CDP finished up has last seminar for his Doctorate.

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..that I was fasting from the News! I guess I now realize just how unnecessary it is to be bombarded by breaking headlines every 30 seconds. I promise, I never missed it. The only real question I had was why gas prices seemed to spike and them never come down. I began to rely on the huge gas price sign at WalMart to give me some indication as to what might be happening in the markets. And, as I

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We had a great day in church today. God really moved and it was exciting to see. It's begun to rain here and the temperature today reached a whopping 65. It felt wonderful...like a gentle reminder from the Lord that Spring is on it's way. I'm really excited about that.This week finds our family packing up and traveling south to Jacksonville, FL. CDP has his last seminar to attend for his DMin

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Well sort of......We didn't have much but enough snow and ice to cancel school and lots of other activities. I think God just knew we all needed a day off! Anyway, SJ wanted to play in it so I dolled her up and sent her out...No, I didn't go with her. Call me a poor mother....but it felt like 17 degrees and I just wasn't up to it. SC still has a runny nose so she got to watch sissy thru the

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I'm late in posting my congrats to my hubby. He had a birthday on Thursday. So, for his birthday I had planned to make him one of his favorite meals and just enjoy being at home together. Instead, at his request we loaded up the girls and drove down to my parents for a quick visit. He's like that...just does things that are so unselfish...things that are special to me ....when it's really

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I've been trying to catch up with my blog reading today. I'm glad everyone is starting to post again. It's been lonely here without you guys. Anyway, a friend posted about her new recipe for her crock pot and I thought it might be a good idea for us all to post at least one new/creative/healthy/delicious/quick recipe each week. Between us all, we could have plenty to choose from each week and it

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Last Friday night our Women's Ministry hosted a Ladies Night Out event...A PJ Party! It was so much fun. We ate candy, nachos, popcorn and watched a movie..."One Night with the King". We had a great time...here are a few photos to show you just how much fun we had!

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Ok. While I was mopping floors, Paula Deen was making Peanut Butter Cookies. I couldn't resist so here's the recipe...1 cup Peanut Butter (Creamy or Crunchy)1 cup Suger or Splenda (Splenda makes it a diabetic friendly treat!)1 egg1 tsp vanillaThat's it! Mix ingredients and drop onto wax paper covered cookie sheet. Bake at 350 for 12 minutes.I just finished making a batch...it took exactly 3

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Ok, I'm about to get started with my Spring Cleaning...yeah...a little early but you have to do what you can when you can. The girls are at MDO this morning and I'm enjoying the house to myself.I was reading this morning about the Wedding at Cana and the miracle that took place there and the one after that...yeah the one with the demon possessed man in the synagogue. The writer of the devotion I

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Ok, the tree is out. The decorations are away in the attic....and while I was putting those things away I found our gloves, hats and scarves for winter...a little late but oh well! Anyway, it looks really barren in here. SJ made a comment that Christmas was gone...but not for long I told her. The year will go by so fast I'm sure. Let's all make an effort to enjoy each day we're given. Like today,

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Well, the hustle and bustle is over and we're getting back to normal around here. The girls had a great Christmas and a wonderful time visiting with their Nai Nai and Yei Yei and the Pace Family Aunts, Uncles and Cousins. You could definitely tell that the Pace side of the family is used to having lots of boys....my girls were completely spoiled! Thanks to Aunt Becky, Aunt Patti and Meme for ALL

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I'm finished! Yep....down to the wire.....but it's all done...well.....except for a few things to wrap. SJ is excited but I fear doesn't really know what to expect come Christmas morning. Each time I mention St Nick, she gets that look in her eye that says, "I'm not sure about this guy....he's not going to come to my room is he?" We didn't even try the to have pictures with Santa because she

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We were out and about today trying to finish up Christmas shopping and when we came home, the girls were in tip top shape for a photo shoot. I keep telling SJ to be on her P's and Q's....Santa's watching.....Merry Christmas everyone!

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The caption at the bottom of one of the TV stations is..."The Most Wonderful Time of the Year"...I say so too. For many reasons this time of year is special for all of us. For me, it's a time to enjoy family and friends and to be thankful for that wonderful Gift given to us so long ago. I heard a new song sung by Faith Hill last week...."A Baby Changes Everything". Yes....how a tiny baby born

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just busy trying to finish up for Christmas. Actually, I'm pretty much done except for a couple of gifts. Not too stressed this year since I've been able to be at home. The house is decorated, the tree is up and I've even started baking a little. I know, some of you are sighing thinking what is she doing...well, this is the first year I've been able to ENJOY doing those kinds of things and I'm

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and I'm afraid that means Christmas is just down the block! Yikes! I love this time of year and this year is especially wonderful since I'm at home with my girls. I have thouroughly enjoyed being able to sleep late in the mornings and snuggle with them in our big chair and watch cartoons. SJ and I even made a cake yesterday. Fun, fun, fun! We will be heading to my folks on Tuesday of next week to

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I won't be able to catch up for all the days I've missed during the 30 day Thanksgiving Challenge. However, today I am thankful for wounds that God has healed in His time. I found a journal from back in 2003 and in it I asked God for children. I have several friends who have this same story but each somehow different. God in His infinite wisdom answered. He answered in His time and in His perfect

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it communicates so much. God was genius when He created music. I'm thankful for Music. It brings me into sweet communion with my Creator and helps me to reflect upon His greatness. It can drown out all the negative bitterness in the world around us. Music brings joy, sadness, peace, love, resolve...I could go on and on. This Thanksgiving I'm thankful for Music. More tomorrow....

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There are a few drawbacks with this thing called blogging. First, it gets addictive...and consumes much of your time...and secondly, it causes you to leave your children unattended and then things like this happen......My SJP has such a tender heart. As I recovered from the initial shock, I gathered my emotions and sent her to her room. I then proceeded to explain why it's not a good idea to cut

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We had a fabulous time this weekend visiting with my parents and our friends, The Hall's, in Atlanta. Dad and CDP attended a conference while the girls shopped visited with each other. MK is such a cutie. She looks so much like her daddy...sorry KSH! MK really took to my Dad too...she called him Yei Yei and acted as if she'd known him all her life. I'm usually pretty good at making agendas and

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I'm thankful for my parents who love me and who have passed down a legacy of honesty and faithfulness. I'm a hardworker.....my Dad instilled in me to do the job to the best of my ability and to do it immediately. I don't like confrontation...my Mom taught me to be a peacemaker. I'm a giver and love to be hospitable....my Dad loves to be around people and likes to fellowship with friends and

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I'm thankful for Truth, God's Word, The Bible, Scripture.....whichever you prefer to use, I'm thankful that God chose to preserve His Word for me. How perfect that the God of the universe who created me and planned my life, gave to me the way to understand His Heart. CDP preached from James Chapter 1 tonight. James says that we are to count it all joy when we suffer or are tested...and in the

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that I have friends. Can you imagine life without friends to share fun times with? Can you imagine not being able to confide in someone when God really works in your life? I'm blessed to have MANY GOOD friends who accept me for who I am and don't hold it against me! You know, Christ is like that also. He knows me even better than I know myself and yet there are times I don't include Him in the

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I accept....albeit late...but I accept. I'll list 2 extra things tonight that I'm thankful for to make up for starting late.I'm thankful that God sometimes says "No". Crazy? No....absolute peace! He sometimes says no to protect us. He sometimes says no to teach us. He sometimes says no to bless us. How many times has He said "No" and I whined like my 4 year old? Too many, I'm sure. However,

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With so much traveling lately, I've not been able to keep up with everyone in blogland. After taking a few minutes to catch up, I realized that I had been granted the Super Scribbler Award by KStorm! How neat! Here are the rules ..... every superior scribbler will name 5 other super scribblers. if you are namedyou must link to the author & the name of the blog that gave you the award.then you

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It seems we've been around the world and back again these past few weeks. Finally, we are at home for a week to recouperate and be "normal". I love to travel but I've suddenly realized that I'm not as young as I used to be. My body was physically tired after this weekend. I'm not sure how to describe it but I felt like I had run a marathon and finished DEAD last!I posted a few updated photos of

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Life is busy! We've been on the go for the past few weeks and it doesn't look like it's going to stop anytime soon. Bear with us as we fly the next few weeks and I promise it will slow down. It's that time of year when the leaves fall and football games rule the tube. I love this time of year! If you've not taken the opportunity to just sit outside and enjoy this weather, I'd suggest you make it

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Yes, we are still alive but it's been a busy couple of weeks. Our calendar is filled and has been filled with short trips out of town for the past month and next 2 months and it's been really hard to stop and blog between packing, unpacking, washing, and packing again. Anyway, we are home for a couple of days this week but off again to visit Nai Nai and Yei Yei on Thursday. I'll be spending some

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I've been reminded this weekend that with God, it's not about time, but all about timing. Let me explain....good friends of ours have experienced the joy of adoption domestically and have been blessed by God with a precious and precocious little girl. After searching for God's answer as to whether or not they should try again, they did eventually submit paperwork requesting another baby. After

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It's inevitable you know....coming home from vacation. It always drags around getting here and then poof....gone. It was touch and go there for a while but we hung in there and it paid off. The weather was perfect. We had only 2 days of wind and no rain to speak of. We had a great time relaxing...well, most of us. CDP ended up having to write a paper so he was a little preoccupied but the girls

TRPhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09328627511912599262noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4737703391691561026.post-42843289750852915192008-09-02T18:30:00.004-05:002008-10-30T20:33:16.353-05:00

You would never know by the view out our balcony that Hurricane Gustav landed only hours before. Today was absolutely perfect! The sun was out, no clouds in the sky and the breeze refreshing. I'm so thankful God spared the Gulf Coast from another catastrophic storm. Our prayers were answered and God is good...all the time!SJ turns 4 years old tomorrow! OH MY! She is so special to me...late last

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It's hard to have fun when there are so many displaced and uncertain. The weather here is breezy and the waves are really showing out. As I type, I hear the sound of fork lifts removing the beach chairs from the sand below our condo...a reminder of the reality we face here as well. Gustav should make landfall in the am tomorrow and I'm sure our day will consist of TV watching and games...maybe a

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Well, our family is counting down the days until our vacation. SJ is so very excited and ready to build sand castles and play in the water. I'm ready too...it's been a long summer filled with lots of trials and challenges. Not only does this week find us getting ready for the beach but for a Fun First Birthday for Ms. SC. She'll be 1 on Thursday. I know what you're all saying, "I can't believe

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Well, she did great! I was sort of nervous about her being able to take instructions and listen but she loved it and can't wait to go back. Her teacher has 4 children and her youngest daughter is also in class with SJ. Mrs. Lindsay, her teacher, danced with Ballet Memphis for years and has returned after having her children to teach and dance again. I am pleased with the program and the attention

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All is better at the Pace house. No one is sick and we are getting back into our routine. Tomorrow is Sunday and we are all excited to be back in worship and with our friends and family. Next week will be special as SJ will begin ballet lessons on Monday. We bought her leotard and ballet shoes today. As she tried on her leotard in the dressing room she commented with a grin, "OOH, Mommy can I

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God gives us what we need exactly when we need it. He proved this to our family this week. We returned from Nicaragua on Saturday evening around 8pm. We quickly prepared for bed as we would be heading to church bright and early the next morning. During the night, SC woke up with a fever. I checked her and determined that it wasn't too bad but she still was pretty fitful. After some Ibuprofen, she

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It's been a long time since I last communicated with you all but we've been very busy these last few weeks. I'm still trying to comprehend all the events and spiritual aspects of the last few days. God has proven himself faithful again and again. As I sit here typing, I hear the sweet sound of SJ sitting on the stairs singing "Jesus Loves Me". Oh, how like Him to reveal himself in such an

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