The plan as of today!

The weekend is right around the corner and I'm looking forward to my Aunt Pat and cousin Nicole coming in from Las Vegas for the week. Aunt Pat is Dave's sister and so it is good that she is able to come and spend some time with him. Nicole is about 15 months older than me, and unfortunately, it seems that we only get to see each other at these times when things are not so good.

We were planning to go up to Andy's family farm is Wisconsin this weekend and I think I have talked Andy into still going, taking the kids and I will stay here at home and hold the fort down. I'm really looking forward to just hangin out with Aunt Pat and Nicole, catching up, helping Bonnie as much as I can and not feeling guilty, or that I have to be home at a certain time to be with my little family. They will have a fabulous time in WI on the farm and won't even miss me a bit.

So that is the plan as of now, I'll keep you posted and please continue to pray!

Oh, don't forget to go to yesterday's post and get in on the GIVEAWAY!

Lunch-time GIVEAWAY!

Since today is WFMW and the topic of choice is online shopping tips, I thought I would put in my two cents about eBay!

I used to be a huge eBay shopper and still occasionally shop there. You can find some awesome deals if you look often and are patient. A lot of sellers now offer free shipping which can make eBaying even better. Watch for deals, make sure to read the sellers feedback and ask the seller questions. Don't be afraid to ask...it's better to ask than to be disappointed because you didn't.

While I was getting in my get-ready-for-school mode, I came across these sweet little lunch totes on eBay for my kids. I was looking for something that would be easier for me to clean. The kids each had lunch bags similar to this, but they were a pain in the you-know-what to wipe clean. I never felt as if I actually got all lunch time left-over-crumb-gunk out.

I LOVE these new bags. They are sturdy, they are made of canvas and have a nice wide handle. It is big enough for an adult size lunch, they are even large enough to hold a 6-pack of soda, with enough room to set a sandwich on top. Oh yeah, and they are super cute. The inside cooler lining is even made with recycled materials which makes me feel like I'm doing a little something for the earth. Oh, and they are super easy to wipe clean!


I LOVE this bag so much that I am even thinking for ordering one for me. Since I have to keep my medication refrigerated, I thought this would be a great bag to have for when we travel. It would hold all of my paraphernalia and keep the medication cold at the same time. Its a win-win!

Now, on to the GIVEAWAY part...I know you are eager for me to stop rambling. I have been in contact with the sweet girl who sells these great little lunch totes and together we are doing a little giveaway. Go here and check out all the cutie colors and fonts she has, and then come back and leave me a comment. Let me know who you would get your tote for: your kid, grand kid, yourself, your dog, whoever...then let me know what color you like! If you are the winner, I will contact you, so that your tote will be exactly what you want.

If you don't have a blog...please still enter in the giveaway...just please make sure to leave your name and email address in your comment. I want to make sure I can contact you if you are the winner. (Tammy G.....make sure you write your name....you are good at forgetting that!)

US residents only please! I will leave the giveaway open till Monday @ 12:00, noon CST, this will give you plenty of time to comment!

Now go on...leave a comment, get in on the giveaway and make sure to check out We are THAT family for more online shopping tips!

Quick update

A great big "thank you" is going out to all of you who have left comments here, on Facebook , sent emails or called me about yesterdays post. I appreciate your love and support. It truly means a lot to me. Your very encouraging words inspire me and help keep me strong. Thank you!

Hospice has been called in and now the rest is up to the Lord. This is all apart of His plan.

Please say a prayer for my sweet, sweet step-mother, Bonnie. She just lost her dad (his funeral was July 3rd) and now this. She is going through so much right now, way more than one person should have to handle at one time.

When I opened my little book to Strength, it said this:

"Maybe you feel exhausted-physically, mentally, and emotionally. God has given you strength for your days-even the toughest ones. He is the source you can draw on when you feel your supply is running low. You don't have to go at life alone. When you reach for Him, He's always there, ready to refresh you......"

"I can do everything through Him who gives me strength." Philippians 4:13