If you read yesterday's Life with Lynnie (LwL) entry, you'll know that I had trouble leaving my parking garage.
Due to the road construction work being done by my apartment complex, the ambulance that attended my building couldn't use the front driveway entrance, as they usually do. Instead, they had to park on the ramp to the level where I was parked.
Thankfully, a neighbour/board member helped guide me out; there was only an inch or two on either side of my vehicle, but I managed to get out.
Once I turned out onto the under construction roadway, I headed towards the cemetary. About a block away from my building, there was a transit bus stopped, with its 4-way flashers on. No, it wasn't stopped to accommodate public transit users. It was broken down.
This created a traffic tie-up. After taking a deep breath, I prayed, "Lord, help!"
I had visions of being late for the funeral service. When I say the funeral service, I am referring to a graveside service, where my friend's ashes were to be buried. I didn't want to miss it!
You see, last week, my friend's daughter forgot to contact me and/or my co-worker/friend C, who was also part of a small group of friends who hung out together. For several years we had worked together, with our friend who died.
And, since there was no newspaper notice, neither C, nor I knew that visitation at the funeral home had been held, last Friday. Until C was told last Saturday, when he was finally able to reach our friend's daughter.
C was rather hurt and upset that we had missed the visitation. So, was I. But, I did my best to console C, as I prayed about the situation.
In any case, I finally made it to Heavenly Rest cemetary; the furthest one in our area, from my home. As I drove into the cemetary, I was thankful that I would be on time, after all!
As I drove through the cemetary, my heart began to sink. I never found any buriel happening. As I passed a cemetary worker driving his vehicle, I enquired as to where the buriel was taking place.
The worker explained to me that there was no buriel taking place for the name of my friend. In addition, he explained that ashes are not buried in that cemetary.
My heart sank.
Since this cemetary was within a couple minutes of where Gordon is buried, I went there. Nope; no buriel there, either.
Eventually, I realized that the time was such, that if I ever found where the buriel was taking place, I would be too late. So, I made my way home. Rather upset, I must add.
Enroute, I stopped at my friend's daughter's home and left at her door, sympathy cards for both her brother and her own family.
Later in the afternoon, she called me, apologizing for the mix up. Apparently, our friend's ashes were bured at a cemetary where C, who is wheelchair bound, would have been able to access, unlike the one she told us in error.
Once again, C was rather hurt, and so was I.
Yes, I forgave her. Does it mean that what happened was okay? Absolutely, not! But, the reality is that there is nothing anyone can do about it.
This whole ordeal brought to mind a Bible verse. In Luke 7:47, we are told, "Wherefore I say unto thee, Her sins, which are many, are forgiven; for she loved
much: but to whom little is forgiven, the same loveth little."
The point to that verse, is that when we forgive, we not only love, but are forgiven. It is my prayer that you forgive those who hurt you, friend.
Until next time...
If you would like to comment, please e-mail: lifewithlynnie@gmail.com
Tuesday, May 29, 2012
Monday, May 28, 2012
An Inch or Two!
Last evening, I was absolutely exhausted!
I realize that sounds like a strange thing to say on a Sunday evening. But, if you read yesterday's Life with Lynnie (LwL) entry, you'll know that I had a rather taxing day. Even if it was an encouraging one, signing copies of my book Love Never Fails You... for those purchasing copies. www.lynniebooks.blogspot.com
It may not sound like it is hard work, sitting at a table of an event, where people come to peruse an arena, looking at items available by vendors, but for me, it is.
Firstly, I'm not supposed to stand too long. That's okay. I try to not do this. So, whenever I can, I sit for a while. But, this doesn't always offer any back and/or neck relief. Most people don't understand and probably wouldn't even care to know that it is painful for me to even sit, without proper back and neck support. Still, I do my best.
Every once in a while, I walk around the area, to give my body a much needed break from standing or sitting. But, of course, walking isn't always the best for my bad knee, either! Okay, laugh. lol I did!
In any case, I did what I could do to help make my body as capable of surviving this event, as possible. Just as I do for any of the events, I attend. But, by the time I finished up at church in the evening, my body was aching.
Please realize, I am not complaining, for this is the condition of my life, every day. I've only written about this situation, as information for greater understanding of my health concerns and the chronic pain I experience.
Being on the go from early morning, until mid evening, also made me feel rather tired, along with the pain I experienced. And, once I was home, I also had to write and post yesterday's LwL entry! OOOooooeeee!
Once I did this, I went on Facebook (FB) for a short time. It made me chuckle when a FB friend asked why I was going offline, earlier than they thought I should! :)
I must thank God for giving me a wonderful sleep last night. Thank You, Lord!
Awaking early this morning, I did stuff I knew I needed to do, before heading out. Once I was ready, I heard an ambulance outside. This happens occasionally; usually, I never think twice about it.
Today, was different.
When I got downstairs to my garage parking level, there were two (2) ambulance attendants/paramedics, speaking with an elderly person who lives here, in my building. I was happy to see that the person was alive, even if they seemed somewhat disoriented.
Then, it hit me!
I couldn't leave the parking garage. The ambulance was blocking the exit ramp; the only ramp that can be used to enter and/or exit the garage.
Be still my heart!
After waiting a few minutes, I knew I couldn't wait much longer. One of our complex board members helped guide me out and down the ramp. It was a good thing I had some assistance, because I literally had only an inch or two on each side, to spare.
No... I'm not exaggerating! Thank you for the help, friend. Thank You, Lord!
Why was it so important for me to leave before the ambulance finished with their patient? Well, as I said to my board member, I was due at a funeral, and they weren't going to wait for me!
There's more I need to say about this Monday morning, but it will have to wait until tomorrow.
Before I end off for today, I would like to say how grateful I am that God takes care of us always. He knows our needs, and provides for His children, as we are told in Matthew 6:33, "But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you."
Remember to always put God first in your life. I didn't always in the past, but I do, now. For this I praise God and thank Jesus!
Until next time...
If you would like to comment, please e-mail: lifewithlynnie@gmail.com
I realize that sounds like a strange thing to say on a Sunday evening. But, if you read yesterday's Life with Lynnie (LwL) entry, you'll know that I had a rather taxing day. Even if it was an encouraging one, signing copies of my book Love Never Fails You... for those purchasing copies. www.lynniebooks.blogspot.com
It may not sound like it is hard work, sitting at a table of an event, where people come to peruse an arena, looking at items available by vendors, but for me, it is.
Firstly, I'm not supposed to stand too long. That's okay. I try to not do this. So, whenever I can, I sit for a while. But, this doesn't always offer any back and/or neck relief. Most people don't understand and probably wouldn't even care to know that it is painful for me to even sit, without proper back and neck support. Still, I do my best.
Every once in a while, I walk around the area, to give my body a much needed break from standing or sitting. But, of course, walking isn't always the best for my bad knee, either! Okay, laugh. lol I did!
In any case, I did what I could do to help make my body as capable of surviving this event, as possible. Just as I do for any of the events, I attend. But, by the time I finished up at church in the evening, my body was aching.
Please realize, I am not complaining, for this is the condition of my life, every day. I've only written about this situation, as information for greater understanding of my health concerns and the chronic pain I experience.
Being on the go from early morning, until mid evening, also made me feel rather tired, along with the pain I experienced. And, once I was home, I also had to write and post yesterday's LwL entry! OOOooooeeee!
Once I did this, I went on Facebook (FB) for a short time. It made me chuckle when a FB friend asked why I was going offline, earlier than they thought I should! :)
I must thank God for giving me a wonderful sleep last night. Thank You, Lord!
Awaking early this morning, I did stuff I knew I needed to do, before heading out. Once I was ready, I heard an ambulance outside. This happens occasionally; usually, I never think twice about it.
Today, was different.
When I got downstairs to my garage parking level, there were two (2) ambulance attendants/paramedics, speaking with an elderly person who lives here, in my building. I was happy to see that the person was alive, even if they seemed somewhat disoriented.
Then, it hit me!
I couldn't leave the parking garage. The ambulance was blocking the exit ramp; the only ramp that can be used to enter and/or exit the garage.
Be still my heart!
After waiting a few minutes, I knew I couldn't wait much longer. One of our complex board members helped guide me out and down the ramp. It was a good thing I had some assistance, because I literally had only an inch or two on each side, to spare.
No... I'm not exaggerating! Thank you for the help, friend. Thank You, Lord!
Why was it so important for me to leave before the ambulance finished with their patient? Well, as I said to my board member, I was due at a funeral, and they weren't going to wait for me!
There's more I need to say about this Monday morning, but it will have to wait until tomorrow.
Before I end off for today, I would like to say how grateful I am that God takes care of us always. He knows our needs, and provides for His children, as we are told in Matthew 6:33, "But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you."
Remember to always put God first in your life. I didn't always in the past, but I do, now. For this I praise God and thank Jesus!
Until next time...
If you would like to comment, please e-mail: lifewithlynnie@gmail.com
Sunday, May 27, 2012
I Feel Blessed...
Saturday, was a rather relaxing day for me. I didn't do much. Until the evening, that is.
My church had a special guest speaker, who was speaking Saturday evening, Sonday morning, and again, Sonday evening. This is not a common occurrence, having a guest speaker, who not only joins us for both Sunday services, but also, on a Saturday evening!
By now, I'm sure you've guessed that I attended church, Saturday evening.
While we had a good sized gathering, I was truly shocked that there weren't more people. Especially, since our guest speaker is not just a pastor from Michigan, USA, but was a previous Christian talk radio, host!
Paul Edwards was wonderful in what he spoke about the Trinity (God the Father, His Son Jesus Christ, and of course, the Holy Spirit), on Saturday evening. While I wanted so badly to be able to hear him speak about Hell, during our Sunday morning service, I knew I wouldn't be able to attend.
Why I couldn't attend, was due to the fact that I was scheduled to do book signings at the United Communities Credit Union (UCCU), in Amherstburg.
Had my neighbour/friend J, who is the author of a children's book been able to attend alone, on Sunday, I would have arrived later than requested, for she would have been able to fill in for me, for the time it would have taken, for me to attend worship, prior to travelling to Amherstburg. But, this wasn't the case.
So, now you know where I was Sunday morning and afternoon!
Yes, both J and I managed to sell some of our books. For this, I praise God and thank You, Jesus!
When I left the recreational complex about 4:00 p.m., or just slightly after that time, I made my way to do some shopping I needed to do. Unfortunately, where I went didn't have what I needed. So be it! That's life!
Eventually, I made my way over to my church. It seemed that this evening's service had many more people in attendance than Saturday evening. I'm glad, for I believe we should be supportive of guest speakers, especially when they do not even live in our country.
Once again, Paul did a wonderful job discussing the subjects he had spoken on, in the prior services. Although, this evening, he didn't preach/teach. Instead, it was basically a question and answer session. Still, Paul managed to discuss some of what he liked about previously being a Christian talk show radio host. And, some of what he didn't really enjoy.
It was shocking to me to find out that even though Paul Edwards pastors a church, and was a talk radio host, he also has driven a school bus, for many years. Wow! Talk about a busy man!
After meeting both him and his wife, I decided to give them a copy of my book Love Never Fails You... www.lynniebooks.blogspot.com And, yes... Paul's wife glanced through it and asked me about the chapter relating to the bus collision.
All in all, it was a very good weekend. I feel blessed.
There are many passages in God's Word, the Bible that tells us that God blesses us in many ways, but the first one that popped into my head was Matthew 5:11, "Blessed are ye, when men shall revile you, and persecute you, and shall say all manner of evil against you falsely, for my sake."
Yes, this verse confirms to us, that even when things aren't going well, and we are condemned in many ways, God still blesses us. Again, I praise God and thank Jesus!
Until next time...
If you would like to comment, please e-mail: lifewithlynnie@gmail.com
My church had a special guest speaker, who was speaking Saturday evening, Sonday morning, and again, Sonday evening. This is not a common occurrence, having a guest speaker, who not only joins us for both Sunday services, but also, on a Saturday evening!
By now, I'm sure you've guessed that I attended church, Saturday evening.
While we had a good sized gathering, I was truly shocked that there weren't more people. Especially, since our guest speaker is not just a pastor from Michigan, USA, but was a previous Christian talk radio, host!
Paul Edwards was wonderful in what he spoke about the Trinity (God the Father, His Son Jesus Christ, and of course, the Holy Spirit), on Saturday evening. While I wanted so badly to be able to hear him speak about Hell, during our Sunday morning service, I knew I wouldn't be able to attend.
Why I couldn't attend, was due to the fact that I was scheduled to do book signings at the United Communities Credit Union (UCCU), in Amherstburg.
Had my neighbour/friend J, who is the author of a children's book been able to attend alone, on Sunday, I would have arrived later than requested, for she would have been able to fill in for me, for the time it would have taken, for me to attend worship, prior to travelling to Amherstburg. But, this wasn't the case.
So, now you know where I was Sunday morning and afternoon!
Yes, both J and I managed to sell some of our books. For this, I praise God and thank You, Jesus!
When I left the recreational complex about 4:00 p.m., or just slightly after that time, I made my way to do some shopping I needed to do. Unfortunately, where I went didn't have what I needed. So be it! That's life!
Eventually, I made my way over to my church. It seemed that this evening's service had many more people in attendance than Saturday evening. I'm glad, for I believe we should be supportive of guest speakers, especially when they do not even live in our country.
Once again, Paul did a wonderful job discussing the subjects he had spoken on, in the prior services. Although, this evening, he didn't preach/teach. Instead, it was basically a question and answer session. Still, Paul managed to discuss some of what he liked about previously being a Christian talk show radio host. And, some of what he didn't really enjoy.
It was shocking to me to find out that even though Paul Edwards pastors a church, and was a talk radio host, he also has driven a school bus, for many years. Wow! Talk about a busy man!
After meeting both him and his wife, I decided to give them a copy of my book Love Never Fails You... www.lynniebooks.blogspot.com And, yes... Paul's wife glanced through it and asked me about the chapter relating to the bus collision.
All in all, it was a very good weekend. I feel blessed.
There are many passages in God's Word, the Bible that tells us that God blesses us in many ways, but the first one that popped into my head was Matthew 5:11, "Blessed are ye, when men shall revile you, and persecute you, and shall say all manner of evil against you falsely, for my sake."
Yes, this verse confirms to us, that even when things aren't going well, and we are condemned in many ways, God still blesses us. Again, I praise God and thank Jesus!
Until next time...
If you would like to comment, please e-mail: lifewithlynnie@gmail.com
Saturday, May 26, 2012
All Is Revealed...
Life isn't always easy, and it's not always kind.
If you've read Life with Lynnie (LwL) for any length of time, you'll know that I've had a few problems. Well, okay. More than a few. But, a few that seem to have affected parts of my life, that I have barely mentioned.
I must say, not in some major way, like some of the trials I wrote about in my book Love Never Fails You... www.lynniebooks.blogspot.com But, problems, nonetheless.
Within the last 48 hours, I've been rather shocked! Nothing tragic. Nothing that is life-changing. But, shocking nevertheless. At least, to me!
For starters, I received an e-mail from a fellow Christian from my church. Never before, ever, ever, ever, have I received an e-mail asking me if I have any need for prayer. Wow!
You might not find this shocking, but it was to me! After all, I have worshipped at my church for over 18 years, now. And, this was truly another first in my life!
Why this person chose to do this at this time, is beyond me. Well, maybe not. While I haven't chosen to write about a trial in my life that concerns some fellow Christians, the ongoing problem is still alive and well. It may well be that God placed it on this person's heart to reach out in Christian love, even after all this time.
Another shocking thing happened. Yesterday, I received a letter from the person who heads up our bicycle committee, here in the apartment building where I live. And, a cheque was inclosed!
You may have read, in the past, that a few months after my husband died, I went to check on my bicycle and found it to be missing from the locked bike room. My intention had been to give my daughter my bike and give up the two (2) bike spaces we had rented. To me, this was a sensible thing to do, since my knee problem was preventing me from being able to use it, anyway.
The committee people insisted that the two (2) bikes that were stored in my two (2) spots, belonged to me. I assured them, they did not. Well, I won't go into a long story here, but I did pay another two (2) years rental on the bike spaces.
Since I could not find a key to unlock the bikes, I made the decision to have my daughter's boyfriend cut the lock and take both bikes to my daughter's home. To everyone's shock, one of the bikes had been replaced with a brand new bike!
Once again, the committee insisted they were my bikes, when I knew they weren't. It seemed no one was concerned that my bike had been stolen, nor was there any concern that there weren't any empty spaces in the locked bicycle room. I knew that someone was using my spaces, at my expense.
I gave up the spaces and eventually, the committee found out who truly owned these bikes. This was close to a year ago.
Yesterday, I received a cheque to refund me the two (2) years space rental and extra to help cover the costs of the missing bike. Believe me, no one could pay enough to cover the cost of my missing bike, for it was the only gift I ever recall receiving (as an adult) from my dad. No amount of money, can ever replace it. Not even the token payment supplied. Even so, I am grateful for their efforts. Thank you.
In addition, I am grateful that the truth has come out. And, after much prayer, that those involved are finally realizing that allowing someone to be hurt is not the way to live their lives.
God told us in His Word, the Bible, that nothing will ever remain hidden. The truth will always come out. Read it for yourself in Luke 8:17.
One thing I am grateful for, is that in either case, I never became hateful or hardened my heart (Hebrews 3:8). Thank You, Lord!
Instead, I chose to be obedient to God's direction, as he told us in Matthew 5:44, "But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them who despitefully use you, and persecute you;"
I may be wrong, but I truly feel like God is rewarding me for being obedient to Him. Thank You, Lord.
Until next time...
If you would like to comment, please e-mail: lifewithlynnie@gmail.com
If you've read Life with Lynnie (LwL) for any length of time, you'll know that I've had a few problems. Well, okay. More than a few. But, a few that seem to have affected parts of my life, that I have barely mentioned.
I must say, not in some major way, like some of the trials I wrote about in my book Love Never Fails You... www.lynniebooks.blogspot.com But, problems, nonetheless.
Within the last 48 hours, I've been rather shocked! Nothing tragic. Nothing that is life-changing. But, shocking nevertheless. At least, to me!
For starters, I received an e-mail from a fellow Christian from my church. Never before, ever, ever, ever, have I received an e-mail asking me if I have any need for prayer. Wow!
You might not find this shocking, but it was to me! After all, I have worshipped at my church for over 18 years, now. And, this was truly another first in my life!
Why this person chose to do this at this time, is beyond me. Well, maybe not. While I haven't chosen to write about a trial in my life that concerns some fellow Christians, the ongoing problem is still alive and well. It may well be that God placed it on this person's heart to reach out in Christian love, even after all this time.
Another shocking thing happened. Yesterday, I received a letter from the person who heads up our bicycle committee, here in the apartment building where I live. And, a cheque was inclosed!
You may have read, in the past, that a few months after my husband died, I went to check on my bicycle and found it to be missing from the locked bike room. My intention had been to give my daughter my bike and give up the two (2) bike spaces we had rented. To me, this was a sensible thing to do, since my knee problem was preventing me from being able to use it, anyway.
The committee people insisted that the two (2) bikes that were stored in my two (2) spots, belonged to me. I assured them, they did not. Well, I won't go into a long story here, but I did pay another two (2) years rental on the bike spaces.
Since I could not find a key to unlock the bikes, I made the decision to have my daughter's boyfriend cut the lock and take both bikes to my daughter's home. To everyone's shock, one of the bikes had been replaced with a brand new bike!
Once again, the committee insisted they were my bikes, when I knew they weren't. It seemed no one was concerned that my bike had been stolen, nor was there any concern that there weren't any empty spaces in the locked bicycle room. I knew that someone was using my spaces, at my expense.
I gave up the spaces and eventually, the committee found out who truly owned these bikes. This was close to a year ago.
Yesterday, I received a cheque to refund me the two (2) years space rental and extra to help cover the costs of the missing bike. Believe me, no one could pay enough to cover the cost of my missing bike, for it was the only gift I ever recall receiving (as an adult) from my dad. No amount of money, can ever replace it. Not even the token payment supplied. Even so, I am grateful for their efforts. Thank you.
In addition, I am grateful that the truth has come out. And, after much prayer, that those involved are finally realizing that allowing someone to be hurt is not the way to live their lives.
God told us in His Word, the Bible, that nothing will ever remain hidden. The truth will always come out. Read it for yourself in Luke 8:17.
One thing I am grateful for, is that in either case, I never became hateful or hardened my heart (Hebrews 3:8). Thank You, Lord!
Instead, I chose to be obedient to God's direction, as he told us in Matthew 5:44, "But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them who despitefully use you, and persecute you;"
I may be wrong, but I truly feel like God is rewarding me for being obedient to Him. Thank You, Lord.
Until next time...
If you would like to comment, please e-mail: lifewithlynnie@gmail.com
Friday, May 25, 2012
Waiting For You!
Wednesday evening, while seated in my comfy recliner chair, I noticed some movement out of the corner of my eye. This is not a common occurrence, because I live on the 17th floor of a highrise apartment building.
While there is some traffic movement along the road, that part of my view is basically out of my viewing area. The majority of my range is the marinas, and water of both part of the Detroit River and Lake St. Clair.
As I turned my head ever so slightly, to peer outside, a smile came to my face. Of course, I thought. It's that time of year, once again!
Sailboats were coming around Peche Island, in droves. No, I didn't take a photo, because I thought I had one on file. Unfortunately, I couldn't find it. It may have been on my older computer, the one that I still haven't emptied or transferred all my files from.
One day, I'll have to get around to doing that. But then, you know what those round-to-its are like, don't you? Or, maybe I'll just take another pic for you to be able to see what I mean.
In any case, one of my first thoughts was of my now deceased husband, Gordon. How he loved to watch those sailboats, every Wednesday evening.
Sometimes, he would go down to the water's edge to watch them. I should tell you that the reason there are so many sailboats in this area all at the same time, is because over in Michigan, USA, sailboat lessons are given and even though I live in Canada, they come right by the property.
All in all, it was a rather a happy, yet sad feeling that I experienced. Oh well. Life goes on!
Thursday evening was a really enjoyable one for me!
My neighbour/friend and fellow writer J, who lives here in my building and I drove out to Leamington, to attend our writers' group meeting. Last time she attended I had driven, so this time, J drove. Thank you, J! It's always nice to have a break from doing the driving!
Enroute, we stopped just outside the town of Essex, to pick up our fellow writer J, who usually carpools with us. By 7:00 p.m., we were in the Leamington Arts Centre, along with our fellow members and a couple of guest speakers.
It was a truly wonderful meeting! The humour and discussions we shared, lifted not just my spirits, but it seemed to me, the spirits of all in attendance.
Lord, I can only thank You, for always providing. But then, you promised that to all of Your children.
There are many Bible verses that tell us this, but the first one that came to my mind was Matthew 6:26, "Behold the fowls of the air: for they sow not, neither do they reap, nor gather into barns; yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not much better than they?"
Friend, if you want God to provide for you, and if you are not yet trusting in Jesus Christ, please do so, today.
Trusting in Jesus, is how you become one of God's children. It's not hard. And, please realize, God loves you. We're told this in John 3:16, "For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life."
Obtain your everlasting life. Come to Jesus Christ, now. He's waiting for you!
Until next time...
If you would like to comment, please e-mail: lifewithlynnie@gmail.com
While there is some traffic movement along the road, that part of my view is basically out of my viewing area. The majority of my range is the marinas, and water of both part of the Detroit River and Lake St. Clair.
As I turned my head ever so slightly, to peer outside, a smile came to my face. Of course, I thought. It's that time of year, once again!
Sailboats were coming around Peche Island, in droves. No, I didn't take a photo, because I thought I had one on file. Unfortunately, I couldn't find it. It may have been on my older computer, the one that I still haven't emptied or transferred all my files from.
One day, I'll have to get around to doing that. But then, you know what those round-to-its are like, don't you? Or, maybe I'll just take another pic for you to be able to see what I mean.
In any case, one of my first thoughts was of my now deceased husband, Gordon. How he loved to watch those sailboats, every Wednesday evening.
Sometimes, he would go down to the water's edge to watch them. I should tell you that the reason there are so many sailboats in this area all at the same time, is because over in Michigan, USA, sailboat lessons are given and even though I live in Canada, they come right by the property.
All in all, it was a rather a happy, yet sad feeling that I experienced. Oh well. Life goes on!
Thursday evening was a really enjoyable one for me!
My neighbour/friend and fellow writer J, who lives here in my building and I drove out to Leamington, to attend our writers' group meeting. Last time she attended I had driven, so this time, J drove. Thank you, J! It's always nice to have a break from doing the driving!
Enroute, we stopped just outside the town of Essex, to pick up our fellow writer J, who usually carpools with us. By 7:00 p.m., we were in the Leamington Arts Centre, along with our fellow members and a couple of guest speakers.
It was a truly wonderful meeting! The humour and discussions we shared, lifted not just my spirits, but it seemed to me, the spirits of all in attendance.
Lord, I can only thank You, for always providing. But then, you promised that to all of Your children.
There are many Bible verses that tell us this, but the first one that came to my mind was Matthew 6:26, "Behold the fowls of the air: for they sow not, neither do they reap, nor gather into barns; yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not much better than they?"
Friend, if you want God to provide for you, and if you are not yet trusting in Jesus Christ, please do so, today.
Trusting in Jesus, is how you become one of God's children. It's not hard. And, please realize, God loves you. We're told this in John 3:16, "For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life."
Obtain your everlasting life. Come to Jesus Christ, now. He's waiting for you!
Until next time...
If you would like to comment, please e-mail: lifewithlynnie@gmail.com
Thursday, May 24, 2012
What a Nice Compliment!
If you read yesterday's Life with Lynnie (LwL) entry, you'll know that I posted a recipe for my homemade mac & cheese. Rather crazy, don't you think? Especially since, I made the recipe in the warm weather of this past Monday!
There was a reason I did it. Aside from craving this delicious dish that I hadn't made all winter long, I wanted to take some to my co-worker/friend C, who is wheelchair bound. In fact, it will generally feed six (6) or more people.
You may wonder why I cook in such large quantity. Well, it is partly due to being used to cooking for a family, in the past. Even after there was just Gordon and I, he enjoyed my cooking and having instant replays (leftovers heated up), so it didn't quite last as long as one might think!
But, now that Gordon is dead and I am living alone, I don't always cook as often as I did, when he was alive.
However, knowing I wanted to take dinner with me, for both of us to enjoy at C's apartment, I still made the full recipe. In fact, when I put the meal together, I used a few containers in the process.
The container that would feed about four (4), I used for C and my meal. I keep single serving containers in my kitchen, so that if I want to freeze meals for myself, I can. So, this is what I did. I froze two (2) meals for myself, as well.
Then, because I couldn't quite fit in all the quantity I had made, in any of the containers, I mixed the rest and had it for lunch, as well. So, in reality, this recipe made enough for seven (7) servings.
At the appointed time, I took over dinner to C's, along with some cupcakes that I knew he would enjoy. And, enjoy them, he did!
We spent some time chatting, in addition to using the computer. Of course, C expected me to stay and watch Wheel of Fortune, so I did.
Then, I headed home.
The next evening, C called me. This is something he rarely does, but he told me he felt compelled to tell me how much he enjoyed my homemade macaroni and cheese.
H told me that on Monday, it was great. But, reheated as an instant replay, was even better! And apparently, he enjoyed it for both lunch and supper on Tuesday.
What a nice compliment. Thank you, C!
Until next time...
If you would like to comment, please e-mail: lifewithlynnie@gmail.com
There was a reason I did it. Aside from craving this delicious dish that I hadn't made all winter long, I wanted to take some to my co-worker/friend C, who is wheelchair bound. In fact, it will generally feed six (6) or more people.
You may wonder why I cook in such large quantity. Well, it is partly due to being used to cooking for a family, in the past. Even after there was just Gordon and I, he enjoyed my cooking and having instant replays (leftovers heated up), so it didn't quite last as long as one might think!
But, now that Gordon is dead and I am living alone, I don't always cook as often as I did, when he was alive.
However, knowing I wanted to take dinner with me, for both of us to enjoy at C's apartment, I still made the full recipe. In fact, when I put the meal together, I used a few containers in the process.
The container that would feed about four (4), I used for C and my meal. I keep single serving containers in my kitchen, so that if I want to freeze meals for myself, I can. So, this is what I did. I froze two (2) meals for myself, as well.
Then, because I couldn't quite fit in all the quantity I had made, in any of the containers, I mixed the rest and had it for lunch, as well. So, in reality, this recipe made enough for seven (7) servings.
At the appointed time, I took over dinner to C's, along with some cupcakes that I knew he would enjoy. And, enjoy them, he did!
We spent some time chatting, in addition to using the computer. Of course, C expected me to stay and watch Wheel of Fortune, so I did.
Then, I headed home.
The next evening, C called me. This is something he rarely does, but he told me he felt compelled to tell me how much he enjoyed my homemade macaroni and cheese.
H told me that on Monday, it was great. But, reheated as an instant replay, was even better! And apparently, he enjoyed it for both lunch and supper on Tuesday.
What a nice compliment. Thank you, C!
Until next time...
If you would like to comment, please e-mail: lifewithlynnie@gmail.com
Wednesday, May 23, 2012
Call Me Crazy!
Here it is Wednesday, already! Hump day! lol
As you have probably guessed, my weekend was rather quiet. Yes, I went to worship at my own church, this past Sonday. I'm sure you've figured out by now, that God comes first in my life.
In addition, I saw one of my daughters for a few minutes. Not much else happened last weekend.
Knowing Monday was a holiday (Victoria Day, as I wrote about in Life with Lynnie [LwL]on the day), I didn't plan on going to the YMCA/YWCA (Y). To be honest, I had forgotten to ask, and I wasn't sure they would be open. If they were, the hours may have been reduced. In any case, I didn't go work out in the pool, as I normally do.
Since I didn't have my book club or writer's club to attend, I kind of thought I would stay home, take it easy and not go anywhere. But, this is not what I did.
Recently, I had been craving homemade macaroni and cheese.
Okay, call me crazy! Especially since our weather has been heating up! After all, this is a dish that I usually make during the winter months, when it is nice to have the oven on, heating up my home and providing a comforting aroma.
The fact is, I had not made it at all throughout the winter!
Rather than fight this craving, I decided to make it, on Monday. Here's the recipe:
Lynnie's Homemade Mac & Cheese
(Please understand, I don't usually measure when I make this, but rather eyeball it. But, for the sake of this recipe, I decided to estimate the amounts used)
1 lb. of dry pasta (elbow or small shell is what I usually use)
1 lb. of cheddar cheese, grated (mild, medium, old, extra old...whatever you like)
1 quart/litre of milk
2-3 tsp. of butter
2-3 tsp. of flour
sesame seeds (optional)
Cook pasta according to the directions on the package. Drain and keep aside until needed.
While the pasta is cooking, begin making a cream sauce, by melting the butter into a medium-sized pot/pan, and once melted, add the flour. Stir constantly, for a minute or so, before adding the milk...a little at a time, still stirring constantly, to avoid lumps being created. Once the butter, flour and milk has created a lump-free sauce, add the rest of the milk. Turn the heat between low and medium, and stir regularly until the sauce thickens a bit.
Grate the cheese, and after the sauce is thickened somewhat, add a small amount of the cheese, changing the sauce from a cream sauce, to a cheese sauce. Be sure to keep most of the cheese aside for assembling of the dish.
Butter the container you will use to bake this recipe in the oven. Spoon a small amount of the sauce mixture into the bottom of the pan. Add some drained pasta, and cover with some grated cheese.
Layer with sauce, pasta, grated cheese, repeatedly, until the pan is filled. Top the dish with sauce and grated cheese. If desired, sprinkle with sesame seeds (optional).
Bake at 350 F, for about a half hour, and allow to cool for a few minutes, before serving. Note: While this makes a delicious meal the day you make it, I believe it is even better, when reheated the next day. I call this an instant replay!
Enjoy!
I have more to say about Monday, but it will have to wait until tomorrow.
Until next time...
If you would like to comment, please e-mail: lifewithlynnie@gmail.com
As you have probably guessed, my weekend was rather quiet. Yes, I went to worship at my own church, this past Sonday. I'm sure you've figured out by now, that God comes first in my life.
In addition, I saw one of my daughters for a few minutes. Not much else happened last weekend.
Knowing Monday was a holiday (Victoria Day, as I wrote about in Life with Lynnie [LwL]on the day), I didn't plan on going to the YMCA/YWCA (Y). To be honest, I had forgotten to ask, and I wasn't sure they would be open. If they were, the hours may have been reduced. In any case, I didn't go work out in the pool, as I normally do.
Since I didn't have my book club or writer's club to attend, I kind of thought I would stay home, take it easy and not go anywhere. But, this is not what I did.
Recently, I had been craving homemade macaroni and cheese.
Okay, call me crazy! Especially since our weather has been heating up! After all, this is a dish that I usually make during the winter months, when it is nice to have the oven on, heating up my home and providing a comforting aroma.
The fact is, I had not made it at all throughout the winter!
Rather than fight this craving, I decided to make it, on Monday. Here's the recipe:
Lynnie's Homemade Mac & Cheese
(Please understand, I don't usually measure when I make this, but rather eyeball it. But, for the sake of this recipe, I decided to estimate the amounts used)
1 lb. of dry pasta (elbow or small shell is what I usually use)
1 lb. of cheddar cheese, grated (mild, medium, old, extra old...whatever you like)
1 quart/litre of milk
2-3 tsp. of butter
2-3 tsp. of flour
sesame seeds (optional)
Cook pasta according to the directions on the package. Drain and keep aside until needed.
While the pasta is cooking, begin making a cream sauce, by melting the butter into a medium-sized pot/pan, and once melted, add the flour. Stir constantly, for a minute or so, before adding the milk...a little at a time, still stirring constantly, to avoid lumps being created. Once the butter, flour and milk has created a lump-free sauce, add the rest of the milk. Turn the heat between low and medium, and stir regularly until the sauce thickens a bit.
Grate the cheese, and after the sauce is thickened somewhat, add a small amount of the cheese, changing the sauce from a cream sauce, to a cheese sauce. Be sure to keep most of the cheese aside for assembling of the dish.
Butter the container you will use to bake this recipe in the oven. Spoon a small amount of the sauce mixture into the bottom of the pan. Add some drained pasta, and cover with some grated cheese.
Layer with sauce, pasta, grated cheese, repeatedly, until the pan is filled. Top the dish with sauce and grated cheese. If desired, sprinkle with sesame seeds (optional).
Bake at 350 F, for about a half hour, and allow to cool for a few minutes, before serving. Note: While this makes a delicious meal the day you make it, I believe it is even better, when reheated the next day. I call this an instant replay!
Enjoy!
I have more to say about Monday, but it will have to wait until tomorrow.
Until next time...
If you would like to comment, please e-mail: lifewithlynnie@gmail.com
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