The Weekend

I went to San Marcos over the weekend. Steve and Meagan also joined us at Matt's house. We had such a marvelous time! Matt's and Charlotte's home is very pretty and comfortable. I got to spend some real quality time with PJ... and Matt and Steve. The guys cooked every meal - and even cleaned up. They are gooooood cooks! They make everything from scratch. I truly enjoyed every minute of this special time with them.

Matt's Family

Miss PJ

REFLECTIONS OF THIS SUMMER...

As I think back over the summer several things have been confirmed to me once again... I love my simplified, peaceful life. God will provide if we trust Him. I treasure my family and friends. I have really been taking care of my health this summer. I enjoy my time and my home.

I did not work but one half day this whole summer... that meant that I would receive no paycheck other than my retirement. I had no choice, but to trust the LORD to provide, and HE DID!

I want you to know that I have been able to pay my bills each month, even with the addition of a few things like extending my house warranty and a few other unexpected things; I have had enough money to buy healthy, fresh foods (and we know that fresh has to be purchased more often and is more expensive); and I had enough money to join Weight Watchers and Jazzercise, both with automatic drafts from my account - in addition to my bills. Plus, I have not been without money in my account or cash in my wallet all summer. I have not been without anything! There is only ONE WAY and that is through God's provision. All praise and glory go to God!

ALSO, in less than 30 minutes from the time that I paid my tithes online for this last bit of money that I just received, I got a call to sub 8 days in September at one school, and there are more days coming, I know. Yippee!!! God is already got those 10 days a month I ask for during the school year lined up. I am just waiting for the calls.

P. J. August 13, 2008