HE LIVES

I"m closing this blog

2010-03-25T09:34:00.002-04:00

Good morning my dear friends...I wanted to let you know this blog will be in hidding by the end of next week. The reason is because I have 2 blogs this one He Lives, and My Creative World wich can be found at http://dreamsofpurelove.blogspot.com
Yes, it can also be found at http://bevie2u2.blogspot.com but most of you choose He Lives rather than checking out the second blog which is where I post the most...please know that I've been so blessed to have all of you following this blog...but think you will also enjoy the other one...so here's hoping you won't mind switching over when you find this message and just give My Creative World a chance!!!

This is in no means disrespectiful to my love for the Lord...I will just be combining the two!!! (((hugs)))

Thanks!!
Bevie

An awesome Spring weekend

2010-03-09T07:25:00.002-05:00

Although there is still some snow on the ground from the Blizzard of Feb. we had the most wonderful weekend enjoying not only bright sunny days, but it reached up into the 60s both days. Our weekend ride took us further up in the mountains of WV where I found some wonderful sights to capture with my little camera. I still marvel at the fact that there's nothing more beautiful than nature (what I like to refer to as Eye Candy from God!) So may I share some of what we saw?

My little babies

2010-02-23T15:25:00.003-05:00

These are our precious little pugs, Napoleon, Sadie,and Wrinkles. All this snow has really put a damper on their ability to roam free in the back yard...now they have a lone path my dh did with the snow blower! Sadie is the little quiet one until she sees a squirrel...then the hair jumps up on her back, and the barking starts...Wrinkles would pipe in now and then for his thing is a CAR...Now that we've added Napoleon all three of them are barking away when a squirrel appears...Not thinking I put a bird seed block on the back deck and low and behold what did I find out there eating away the past 2 days, yep a squirrel. Most of them stay beyond the fence knowing Sadie will chase them, but this little guy was determined to get his belly full...As I opened the back door for the dogs to go out this morning all three ran out barking their heads off..ehehehe!!! That little guy was already up on the deck eating....as he ran across the high snow piles Napoleon decided he'd take a shortcut....sure, up he went to the top of the snow that is about 5 ft tall...he didn't sink thank God..for could you just see ME trying to get him out??? NOT
So they have really had their exercise today...running up and down the path first after the little guy, then after those remained behind the fence!!!
Isn't it amazing how just little things can bring such joy to our hearts?? I love it!!!
Hope you weren't bored...and I"m not going to proof read it so excuse the mistakes..eehehhe~~~

Look what I woke to yesterday!

2010-02-23T15:06:00.005-05:00

I can't tell you how much this awesome sight touched my heart and spirit! As you know we've been surrounded by so much snow, and not much sun...well it was actually Sunday this morning as I headed for the front deck with my first cup of coffee...I don't go anywhere without my camera so when I opened the front door to take a peek at the birds singing while filling their little bellies I was greeted with just a touch of that golden light off in the distance! I turned on my camera, and got the first shot (there were actually 6 in all.ehehe) I breathed in the cool morning air as I sipped my coffee waiting for the sun to rise more thinging to myself, "God you give us so much, things that money can't buy" and I thank you so much for providing for us. Right???

More snow!!

2010-02-10T09:56:00.003-05:00

This has been a record snow for Feb in many years..today there is blizzard conditions with snow drifts up to 6 feet...Yikes...I'm staying in where it's warm, and thank God we haven't lost electricity at all...our daughter, Lisa has several times so dh took a oil heater over yesterday incase they loose it again...I pray for all those who've been without for days even a week since the last storm. At least we can put our food in the snow if we lose power. Hubby is still sore and tire from shoveling all the snow off the roof yesterday. Living in an old doublewide there were concerns as to the roofs stability...now at least the blowing winds will help get ride of new fallen snow!!!
Please all those in the path of this storm be safe, don't overdue and stay warm

Oh what a beautiful morning!

2010-02-04T08:23:00.004-05:00

This is what I woke to yesterday morning! The birds were flying up into the trees causing the snow to fall every which way making it a joy to watch..they were swooping down for feed we'd put out for them. God brings us much beauty to see doesn't he? The next snow is due around noon tomorrow. Washington DC is supposed to get about a foot, but up here in the mountains North of there we could get far more...We are ready even if we can't get out for days. I pray for all those in the path of this storm that they be safe and ready. Ahhh are you ready for the biggest event yet to come??? I pray also for those who haven't chosen to receive God's awesome gift of life with HIM for all eternity...think about it it could be tomorrow or next week...we all need to be prepared...It's the most important decision in our lives...Blessings!!!

The Secret set within our hearts

2010-01-26T08:31:00.003-05:00

The Secret Set within Our Hearts

It seems to me we can never give up longing and wishing while we are alive. There are certain things we feel to be beautiful and good, and we must hunger for them. (George Eliot)

And I still haven’t found what I’m looking for. (U2)

There is a secret set within each of our hearts. It often goes unnoticed, we rarely can put words to it, and yet it guides us throughout the days of our lives. This secret remains hidden for the most part in our deepest selves. It is simply the desire for life as it was meant to be. Isn’t there a life you have been searching for all your days? You may not always be aware of your search, and there are times when you seem to have abandoned looking altogether. But again and again it returns to us, this yearning that cries out for the life we prize. It is elusive, to be sure. It seems to come and go at will. Seasons may pass until it surfaces again. And though it seems to taunt us, and may at times cause us great pain, we know when it returns that it is priceless. For if we could recover this desire, unearth it from beneath all other distractions, and embrace it as our deepest treasure, we would discover the secret of our existence.
Reading from the Ransomed Heart.

I am in awe that it took so long for me to realize just how much I've felt this yearning in my heart...but because I "had" to be in control I continued to think I could make things happen. I pray each day that my Heavenly Father will continue to tear the masks away that have hidden the true me...I'm as if born anew again realising it's only by stopping and LISTENING to my Father's voice can I have true peace. Letting go is hard for some especially me, but I have...it's wonderful to go to HIM knowing he hears my heart. I know God created me for HIM...he loves me so much and has for 60 some years been trying to reach me. He's been doing a good work in me for the past year and I'm so very thankful

What an awesome day!

2010-01-14T14:22:00.002-05:00

It's absolutely beautiful today....sunny and 50 degrees...Thank you Lord !!! I walked down our driveway at 6:30 this morning to catch a neighbor and it was 20 degrees...Yes I put a nice warm long coat on, but should have added a hat as well. heheh!! As the sun came up and the birds began their singing I thought I won't need the fireplace today...and I was right...we are having a heat wave..hehehehhe!!! I have the back door open so I can let all that wonderful smelling air in...(not for too long tho) I caught some squirrels digging in the coating of snow that still covers most of the ground. I suspect theres corn still under it. I can just smell the next season coming...do you ever feel that??? I can visualize the new little seedlings popping up from the defrosting ground...and the buds on the trees that have been uncovered for the winter...what a lovely thought for me...for the new warmth of Spring brings warmth to my old bones..hehehhe!!
So I'm sitting here thinking I need to get up and talk a little walk on the deck to get a good dose of Vitamin D...it only takes 15 mins to get your daily requirement!!! Did you know that??? That's what Dr OZ says..hehehe!!! I'm in a very happy joyious mood today. Things can be off in other areas, but feeling the warmth from the Sun makes me think of my heavenly Father...well so many things do, how about you??? What brings the Face Of our Father to your mind?? I think of him most of the day really....I see all his creations around me and I feel his love inside me. It's wonderful to know he's inside me and around me filling me with HIS grace and Love!!!
We are truly blessed aren't we?? Blessings for a wonderful day.
Please remember to give what you can to our Red Cross or wherever you normally give when tragic hits our neighbors. (((hugs)))

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2010-01-07T11:01:00.000-05:00

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A Prayer request

2010-01-07T08:16:00.004-05:00

This was sent to me by a dear friend Patti, and I believe Prayer is Power!!!

Prayer request for Gary and Cindy Hogman by way of Faith Presbyterian Church.
Gary is serving in Iraq while his young wife is fighting cancer here. See his Request below.
Bobby S. Briggs, MSgt, USAF823 ESFS/SFOCFlight SergeantBAGHDAD AB, IRAQ

My name is Gary Hogman. Some of you receiving this know me, some do not.My wife, Cindy, is 32 years old and has just been diagnosed with stage 4 Cervical cancer. Her chances for survival are very slim. She was pregnant with our s econd child and had miscarried recently at 3 Months; and now we know why.

This is a request for you to forward this e-mail to everyone you know asking for prayer.. The more people that pray for her to be healed, the better. Your prayer can, and perhaps will, save her life. Pray for the HEALING of CINDY HOGMANAnd the removal of all cancer from her body so she may enjoy all that life has to offer, and to continue to be the wonderful mother to our 5-year-old son Michael.

The power of Prayer is unsurpassed. I want the whole world to have her in their prayers the next few weeks. God will hear our cry. Please do not be offended by my plea. This is only a request for your help. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for reading this and helping with our request for healing! No words can express the power we have when we each do a little to come together.
Regards, Cindy's husband -
Gary

A New Beginning

2010-01-04T10:07:00.003-05:00

As I prayed to God this morning before reading my Bible I asked God to guide my day, and show me how to touch others with your love, and grace! I prayed for God to be with all those who are sick, sad, abandoned, hurt, needy and most of all for those who are lost. Doesn't it break your hearts to know there are people out there even ones we know, who have heard God's Word, but refuses to accept the gift of salvation???

I accepted Jesus Christ as my Saviour about 34 yrs ago. As a young girl I went to Church with my family, loved the Lord, and thought I was saved, but I continued to do things without first praying and asking for God's guidance. I loved my fellow friends, neighbors, and would help them often, but there was a war raging inside me. Feelings of not being worthy of LOVE...the kind of love that endures a lifetime mading many mistakes that furthered my feeling of not being worthy! You ask what was it that made me finally stop, and really search myself? I was in a marriage with a non-believer so being totally honest with my feelings about God where not allowed. Even going to Church wasn't always allowed...get the picture I was a co-dependent.

During the 10 yrs of marriage I was mentally and physically abused. I was so sad then my daugher, April was born. She was a beautiful baby, and the light of my existance!!! Twenty two months later my daugher, Melissa was born. Many of you know about Missy being born with a very rare muscle disease, and for the longest time I believed God was punishing me for all the bad choices I'd made in my life. She was so very sick, and the team of drs who administered care at Children's first thought she had Cystic Fibrosis, but the muscle biopsy done at NIH showed that she had a genetic disease which was actually the loss of Cross Striations in the muscle fibrils. This means all striated muscles of with the heart is too. There was never a prognosis, ( still none even thought she's learned to deal with so many disadvantages.(She loves the Lord too)

At the age of 1 and 1/2 they didn't give us much hope that she would live very long. Only about 50 cases in the whole USA was thought to have something similar! This is when I turned to the Church...prayer at home just wasn't enough...I needed council, and I needed to be with other Christians. I was saved on a Sunday 34 and 1/2 yrs ago kneeling at the alter. It was the most awesome feeling I'd ever had...I felt completely washed...and brand new...Weeks later I was baptised. I'd changed inside and out, but the marriage I was in didn't. I'd hoped if he saw the LIGHT in me he would want it too... He didn't!

Now having been married for almost 27 yrs to my dh I'm still feeling blessed and working on my personal relationship with God. I know I'll be going to Heaven when Jesus comes again Life has been hard of late, business not producing, but we are believing that if it doesn't change then we must do something else. Many have cared enough to help us and for that I'm so very thankful...we've returned that blessing by helping those living near us. God always shows us the way even tho it's in HIS timing not ours~~~ I think the hardest thing for me was to give up control over what I wanted to do! I finally believed it was not my strength that I do anything. "Being confident of this very thing, that he which hath begun a good work in you (me) will perform it until the day of Jesus Christ. Phil 1:6 my favorite scripture!!!

I love all of you how have been so faithful in coming and visiting my blog...this one today is totally from my heart to yours!!! Thanks be to God!!!!

Merry Christmas

2009-12-21T12:31:00.005-05:00

We share our love with symbols of God's angels

Christ brought a light to us much brighter than this!!!

Our decorations are a tribute to God for the birth of Jesus by a peasant woman called Mary. Just imagine what she must have gone thru when people discovered she was with child, and not married!!! FAITH was what Joseph had for he stood by her, and welcomed THE CHRIST CHILD into the world. Just think about this awesome gift God provided so we could be with HIM in the end...yes He gave us choice in this life....what have you chosen??? If you haven't accepted the free gift of life every lasting do it today....My prayer for everyone is that we remember what this season is truly about....The birth of our Mighty King, Jesus....Blessings to all, and a very Merry Christmas my dear friends~!

(((Hugs))) Bevie

Wishing Everyone a Merry Christmas

2009-12-21T12:14:00.003-05:00

Here about 24 inches.

We had about 20 inches here

This is the front deck with about 8 inches

I have to tell you what a sizable snow most of us on the East Coast got on Saturday!!! Would you believe 24 inches up here in the mountains of VA? Sure did!!! My hubby shoveled the decks every 2 hrs to keep ahead of all that snow...it was so beautiful much like a winter wonderland. Here are some photos I took as the day wore on...

GUIDANCE

2009-12-14T12:07:00.003-05:00

I was reading and came across the work G U I D A N C E and it struck a cord with me! I thought gee if you separate the letters they tell a story.

The first letter, G for me stands for GOD U and I is for you and me. Then there is DANCE. If you think about it dancing with someone there's always someone who leads and someone who follows, right? So when U and I follow God's Word and believe in HIM we find ourselves in the most awesome relationship we could ever have. Becoming more like HIM is what we aim for isn't it???
I so love finding words that speak to my heart the way this one did...how awesome is that?

I wish for you a beautiful day one filled with God's word and His awesome grace...if there's a need for prayer please let me know and I'll post it here!!!

The Bell

2009-12-11T09:43:00.001-05:00

This is supposed to look like a bell, but I see it doesn't.
Oh well, no matter I think it's great just as it is!!!
Blessings to all..

THE BELL
I KNOW WHO I AM
I am God's child (John 1:12)
I am Christ's friend (John 15:15 )
I am united with the Lord (1 Cor. 6:17)
I am bought with a price (1 Cor 6:19-20)
I am a saint (set apart for God). (Eph. 1:1)
I am a personal witness of Christ. (Acts 1:8)
I am the salt & light of the earth (Matt 5:13-14)
I am a member of the body of Christ (1 Cor 12:27)
I am free forever from condemnation ( Rom. 8: 1-2)
I am a citizen of Heaven. I am significant (Phil 3 :20)
I am free from any charge against me (Rom. 8:31 -34)
I am a minister of reconciliation for God (2 Cor 5:17-21)
I have access to God through the Holy Spirit (Eph. 2:18)
I am seated with Christ in the heavenly realms (Eph. 2:6)
I cannot be separated from the love of God (Rom 8:35-39)
I am established, anointed, sealed by God (2 Cor 1:21-22 )
I am assured all things work together for good (Rom. 8:28 )
I have been chosen and appointed to bear fruit (John 15:16 )
I may approach God with freedom and confidence (Eph. 3: 12 )
I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me (Phil. 4:13 )
I am the branch of the true vine, a channel of His life (John 15: 1-5)
I am God's temple (1 Cor. 3: 16). I am complete in Christ (Col. 2: 10)
I am hidden with Christ in God (Col. 3:3).. I have been justified (Romans 5:1)
I am God's co-worker (1 Cor. 3:9; 2 Cor 6:1). I am God's workmanship (Eph. 2:10)
I am confident that the good works God has begun in me will be perfected. (Phil. 1: 5)
I have been redeemed and forgiven ( Col 1:14). I have been adopted as God's child (Eph 1:5)"

Let your life be centered in the Lord!

2009-12-06T12:43:00.001-05:00

I find solace in God's word...this scripture brings such joy to my heart!!! Enjoy

life in Him, you can live life to the fullest.
John 15:1-17 "I am the true vine, and My Father is the vinedresser.Every branch in Me that does not bear fruit He takes away;and every branch that bears fruit He prunes, that it may bear more fruit.You are already clean because of the word which I have spoken to you.Abide in Me, and I in you.As the branch cannot bear fruit of itself, unless it abides in the vine, neither can you, unless you abide in Me. "I am the vine, you are the branches. He who abides in Me, and I in him, bears much fruit; for without Me you can do nothing. If anyone does not abide in Me, he is cast out as a branch and is withered;and they gather them and throw them into the fire, and they are burned.If you abide in Me, and My words abide in you,you will ask what you desire, and it shall be done for you.By this My Father is glorified, that you bear much fruit; so you will be My disciples. "As the Father loved Me, I also have loved you; abide in My love. If you keep My commandments, you will abide in My love,just as I have kept My Father's commandments and abide in His love. "These things I have spoken to you, that My joy may remain in you, and that your joy may be full.This is My commandment, that you love one another as I have loved you. Greater love has no one than this, than to lay down one's life for his friends. You are My friends if you do whatever I command you.No longer do I call you servants, for a servant does not know what his master is doing;but I have called you friends, for all things that I heard from My FatherI have made known to you. You did not choose Me, but I chose you and appointed you that you should go and bear fruit,and that your fruit should remain, that whatever you ask the Father in My name He may give you.These things I command you, that you love one another.

You say, HE says!!

2009-12-06T12:41:00.000-05:00

YOU SAY... GOD SAYS BIBLE VERSESYou say:"It's impossible" God says:All things are possible(Luke 18:27)You say:"I'm too tired" God says:I will give you rest(Matthew 11:28-30)You say:"Nobody really loves me" God says:I love you(John 3:16 & John 3:34 )You say:"I can't go on" God says:My grace is sufficient (II Corinthians 12:9 & Psalm 91:15)You say:"I can't figure things out" God says:I will direct your steps(Proverbs 3:5-6)You say:"I can't do it" God says:You can do all things(Philippians 4:13)You say:"I'm not able"; God says:I am able(II Corinthians 9:8)You say: "It's not worth it" God says:It will be worth it(Roman 8:28 )You say:"I can't forgive myself" God says:I Forgive you(I John 1:9 & Romans 8:1)You say:"I can't manage" God says:I will supply all your needs(Philippians 4:19)You say:"I'm afraid" God says:I have not given you a spirit of fear(II Timothy 1:7)You say:"I'm always worried & frustrated" God says:Cast all your cares on ME(I Peter 5:7)You say:"I'm not smart enough" God says:I give you wisdom(I Corinthians 1:30)You say:"I feel all alone" God says:I will never leave you or forsake you(Hebrews 13:5)

Worry

2009-11-21T10:27:00.004-05:00

I was sitting here thinking I'm almost out of birdfeed for the birds that have been used to feeding at all the feeders I have hanging from trees in my front yard. You know I used to worry about them not having that food when I run out, but I've finally realized that to be "concerned" is a call to ACTION, not a call to WORRY! Yep, you know before I say it, Christ says to put our FAITH in God so we do what we can knowing full well God will take care of the rest!!! I'm going to continue to share what HE gives to us with those in need because I know that HIS will will be done in the end. I love giving as I'm sure many of you do...I know my sister has a HEART for giving...she knows full well that God wants us to share with those in need...I like to concider it also a RAK...how awesome does giving make us feel? Wonderful. It's amazing how when things get really tight we can still find ways for giving. Sharing a stick of butter or perhaps a package of chicken that's in your freezer can make a dinner for a family with nothing to eat. I believe with all my heart this is one of the most important things we can do for one another!

As you all sit down at your Thanksgiving Dinner take time to remember all those who are struggling and may not have a turkey to eat...if you can...share with a neighbor!!! My dear sister Mary has shared with us this year...times are difficult for many, and I'm very thankful for God's grace and love and gifts of all kinds!

Blessings, and I wish each of you a very Blessed Thanksgiving and safe travel !

An update on Missy

2009-10-30T11:57:00.002-04:00

I have been so touched by all your comments and prayers for Missy!!! As we all know Pray is a powerful thing given to us. The pneumonia Missy got just days after her procedure at UVA has taken it's toll....it's been 2 weeks of antibotics each one stronger than the last with nebulizer treatments as well. Today she goes back to Urgent Care, but she tells me she is feeling better..Praise the Lord for keeping her wrapped in HIS arms. So I'm here to thank each and everyone of you who have been so kind as to keep her close in prayer. (((hugs))) I"m so blessed to have such special friends...and to even have some come by that I don't even know...God Bless you all!!!

Some concerns

2009-10-22T12:54:00.005-04:00

I have a prayer request for my youngest daughter, Melissa. Let me give you a little history (some already know about her) Missy was born with a very rare genetic muscle disease that they call, Multi-core myopathy since the team of drs who diagnosed her in 1977 didn't name it. Her actually condition is a loss of cross striations in the muscle fibrils. This means the heart as well as all other striated muscles...the early years were spent going back and forth to Children's in DC..spending weeks at a time when pneumonia hit. (that was once a month) in the beginning we realized she also had a condition where the jaw didn't grow, the mouth opening was very very small and her tongue was very thick making nursing impossible, and even taking a bottle too. I used an eyedropper for a time. Since there were only about 50 cases being following in the US that were similar there wasn't much known about it. It's been said to be under the umbrella of MDA...so they followed her for 18 long years. Ok that's about it...no prognosis has every been given because it's so rare. Missy is now 33 yrs old, had a procedure last week at UVA to find out if there was any growths down her throat causing the inability to swollow well. The results of the the scope were good however it didn't go so well with anestheisia. The two drs who took care of her decided not to use the gas they use to keep people under during a procedure, because Missy stands the chance of developing Mylignant Hyperthermia ( a fever so high it would bake the brain) They were very careful not to put her totally under to lessen the chance of her stopping to breath. Well she did so more invasive treatment was used...After it was over they advised us Missy needs to keep her medilert bracelet on and get a necklace as well. So you see if she were ever in an accident and an ENT needed to tube her they could actually kill her in the process...Ok enough of this...they reason I'm telling you all this is that several days after the visit to UVA Missy came down with Pneumonia...she's hasn't been hospitalized although they have do breathing treatments and she's on a good antibiotic, but we need prayer...Knowing full well there have been many miracles in our daughter's life we are praying for another...that she gets thru this illness and is able to get the 2 flu shots. For her with all her problems it would be very dangerous if she got that flu....so my friends please join me and my family in lifting Missy up to God in prayer...knowing full well that He's been with her all her life providing miracle after miracle to keep her alive, and for all that I give HIM all the praise and glory!!! thanks so much and if there's a need amongst you all please add it here so we can hold you up as well...we know there's perfect Power in Prayer!!!
Blessings.
Bevie

What an honor to receive this awesome award!

2009-10-12T16:43:00.002-04:00

I received this awesome award from my dear friend Darlene of A dancing Mango. I'm truly honored to be among the ladies receiving it too!!!

How wonderful it is to have met so many loving Christian ladies who love sharing their love for our Lord as well and their art... The gift from God that allows us to create!!!

So in that same vein I'd like to share this award with women who have touched my life in so many ways .

Sueann of http://sueann.blogspot.com

Donna of http://granniville.blogspot.com

Mary of http://asplendidadventure.com

Cathy of http://cparmelee.blogspot.com

How is your day going?

2009-09-23T15:18:00.007-04:00

First photo is of a large wall I did for my grandson!

Second photo is Dewey &Me 1982

Third photo is of my mom holding Robin, from lt.Bill, Linda
then me, & my twin. Boy was that a long time ago...what fun..I found lots of all photos~~

This one is of me when I was 25 yrs old. I'm now 66 pushing 67...wow what a difference!

But it's ok...I've realized it's ok to grow older, in fact I'm happy I am where I am today. More wise, but am so much closer to my FATHER!! I would never want to go backwards because I'm comfortable in my own skin!

How about you? Do you find that you are much closer to God?? My journey over the years have been one of way too many wrong roads, but thankfully they've all ended me up where I am today. A happy wife, loving mother, and a blessed grandmother. But most of all I am on what I suspect is my most important journey of all...My personal walk and relationship with my Abba Father...As my sister, Mary would put it " the one who loves me best" My heart filled with such joy the first time I heard her say that! Isn't that a small sentence, but a very big TRUTH??? The ONE who loves you best!!! He made us for HIM...He came down after Adam and Eve listened to satan and disobeyed God, and actually died on the Cross to save us all from a certain life without HIM...meaning we would be lost forever...How little time we have on this earth...just like a pinch of salt compared to eternity...wow just think about that...If you have never accepted God's wonderful free gift, please do so now!!! I know God wants us all to care about those who have not been saved and born again...and those of you who have know my heart!!!! I am so blessed that I've met so many wonderful people here and know that God puts us together to help each other on our journey!!! Have a blessed day Loving the ONE who loves you best!!!!

Something new

2009-09-01T11:17:00.005-04:00

A 16x20 canvas completed last week...I've been so involved with creating little ATCs and 4x4 chunky book pages lately that I'd gotten away from what I love to create. That would be canvases from my heart...honoring God! I think we can honor God with all different mediums of art can't we?? As I work on a piece of art I'm thinking about our Lord and what HE means to me...this is the truth...He's on my mind and in my heart constantly. My hope is that a painting done with this awesome gift from God will be used to touch other's hearts as I create them for that very purpose. Some have the gift of writing as my dear sister, Mary does...course her art reflects her love for the Lord as well....I'm not a writer even tho I'd love to be it's just not there....sooooo to all who feel something when looking at my art...please know that God loves you...for he made you just for himself. He came down as his son to die on the cross at Calvary for all our sins. Just think about that...I know that most of you who stop by already know our Lord as your saviour...but if there's just one who doesn't know HIM then that is my purpose here...Blessings to all!!!

I'm free

2009-08-24T20:07:00.005-04:00

I'm not going into all that has caused a real deep anger and hurt in my heart for more years than I care to count! This goes back to the time when our mom left us the day of my 17th birthday....this affected all of us kids, and I've shared bits of this before...I denied for years that I had a problem refusing to listen to what the dreams were tell me. Oh yes, I dreamed way too often about that time so long ago. When mom came to live with my hubby and me I told myself it would be fine, but in time I realized I resented her way more than I thought. Then I didn't see her for a time because she moved to Florida to live with one of my sisters. She's lived with several of us from the time her husband passed. Now at 91 I've finally decided I had a choice either I would hold on to this anger and feeling of dread when she asked to come visit..(I was making up excuses why she shouldn't come) After much praying and talks with God I knew this was only putting a veil between God and me. I was holding on to those feelings instead of forgiving and moving on. Well I have put it to rest!!! I had move here the week before and it was wonderful to share REAL feelings of love for her...it's amazing how by listening to God who kept telling me, If I can forgive you of all your transgressions how can you hold on to something that is only hurting yourself? Yep, and it feels so good. I hope if you have anger or hurt in your hearts from someone who has done things to you in the past...it's for your own good to come to terms with it and let it go....I pray for each of you cuz I want you to feel the freedom that comes with forgiveness!!!
In Christian love!! (((Hugs)))

I want you to see.....

2009-08-04T14:28:00.003-04:00

Well most of you know of my sweet, baby sister, Mary....she's the arthur of http://asplendidadventure.blogspot.com/ where she always shares things that touch my heart and yes, yours too!!! I've been enjoying going thru some old photos and will share more with you soon.

Have a wonderful week!

Blessings,

Bevie

2009-07-27T10:06:00.003-04:00

I feel renewed so I want to share with you a praise! I woke yesterday morning thinking, this is the day I start going to a new Church!!! I was excited and knew God was in control bringing me to the realization that we all need to be in a good Bible Believing Church where we can not only share and help each other, but to become closer to God's Word. It was wonderful, everyone was so happy to see me there, I was able to get up for every song (bad knees) and I have to tell ya I praised HIM all the way home with a song in my heart!!! The Holy Spirit has been putting a burdon on my heart that I needed to be there. So today I'm praising HIM for not letting me go till I heard HIM!!

I hope each of you have a place of worship where you are being feed, I know I read my Bible at home, but it's not the same...and because I have medical issues I'd just allowed myself to believe it was ok to stay at home. No, the way I felt when I left that Church brought back all the wonderful feelings I had when attending my home Church where we used to live. It was satan telling me it was ok... I say get away from me satan...you can not influence me anymore for I am a Child of God who sent HIS son to die on the Cross at Calvary for my sins. HE is in control of my life...Now I have loved the Lord for most of my life, and have been baptised in HIS blood, but we tend to get too familiar with *earthly things* and stray...we have to keep our hearts and ears open to what HE wants for us...not what we want for us...thank you for sharing this awesome day with me...I praise Him for all that He does in my life and all that He will!!!
Blessings,
Bevie

How wonderful to see God's creations!!

2009-07-24T07:21:00.003-04:00

Again God showers me with HIS beauty! From the very beginning God created not only the heavens and the earth, but all living things such as the birds and fowl, and all that roam the earth! Just think about how awesome the beginning was.

And God created great whales, and every living creature that moveth, which the waters brought forth abundantly, after their kind, and every winged fowl after his kind: and God saw that it was good. Genesis 2:21

My favorite times are when my hubby and I take our little rides back in the woods where we find not only old old houses some vacated, but still standing tall, but all the wildlife going about their business. I long for the day when I'm with our Father sharing with all HIM and all his creations!

Have a blessed day and remember God loves you and so do I....

One Lovely Little Award

2009-07-12T18:11:00.002-04:00

Well this *One Lovely Blog Award* was given to me by Sunday O'Brien who is the creator of Hazelnut Cove...she can be found at http://hazelnubcove.com if you want to visit another wonderful place where you will fine great things...and the history behind this little blog. Actually she gives us all the rules that sometimes isn't given to some Newbees...
Now I'm supposed to list those blogs that have a delight to me, but we know I can't give them to all the wonderful blogs right? Please know that this lovely award goest out in spirit to all those blogs I've visited and where I've been touched in so many ways when I left!!!

Here are those I'm giving this to today!!!

http://starrynightimpressions.blogspot.com/ Deb
http://primandproperfolks.blogspot.com/ Susan
http://asplendidadventure.blogspot.com/ Mary
http://treasurebarnblog.blogspot.com/ Patti
http://pinkglitterfae.blogspot.com/
http://wordsofapoeticartist.blogspot.com/ Katelen
Enjoy girls...
Bevie

I love my friends

2009-07-12T16:13:00.002-04:00

I recently received this award from my dear friend Patti. She have been such a sweet and caring friend since I joined the Ning Networks. I would like to give this to ALL my friends but since the rules are 8 friends I'll have to abide by them!!!

This truly made me feel so loved!!! Thanks Patti

The Rules:

I The Love My Friends Award is given to those bloggers who aspire, inspire and share the most beautiful of human attributes: art, wisdom and friendship. Deliver this award to eight bloggers who must choose eight more.

I LOVE MY FRIENDS

Julie-ann http://heavenleighart.blogspot.com/

Shelly http://blueridgelady.blogspot.com/

Cathy http://cparmelee.blogspot.com/

Aimee' http://creativeflutter.blogspot.com/

Diane http://dudadaze.blogspot.com/

Mystele http://mystele.blogspot.com/

Of course my sister, Mary http://asplendidadventure.blogspot.com/

Gloria http://glorv1.blogspot.com/

Some flowers in my garden

2009-07-02T21:28:00.002-04:00

There are still some perennial plants getting ready to bloom, but I thought I'd share just a few. It's wonderful to drive up to the house and see so much color around the house, then all the tall trees with beautiful green leaves spreading over them like a blanket up high. They are just enough apart to allow sun thru most of the time!!!

My veggies aren't doing as well, we got only 2 yellow squash off 6 plants, but as soon as the blooms open the are gone the next day...I think either the little chipmunks are feasting on them or the birds...At least there are many stands all around town with plenty to buy...it's so nice to grow your own, but at least we are helping other families when we purchase their crops.

I wanted to wish everyone a very safe and Happy 4th...if you are traveling I pray for safe travel.

Blessings,

Bevie

2009-06-18T09:57:00.004-04:00

A Holy Longing
06/17/2009
http://www.theransomedheart.com/

The whole life of the good Christian,” said Augustine, “is a holy longing.” Sadly, many of us have been led to feel that somehow we ought to want less, not more. We have this sense that we should atone for our longings, apologize that we feel such deep desire. Shouldn’t we be more content? Perhaps, but contentment is never wanting less; that’s the easy way out. Anybody can look holy if she’s killed her heart; the real test is to have your heart burning within you and have the patience to enjoy what there is now to enjoy, while waiting with eager anticipation for the feast to come. In Paul’s words, we “groan inwardly as we wait eagerly” (Rom. 8:23). Contentment can only happen as we increase desire, let it run itself out toward its fulfillment, and carry us along with it.

And so George Herbert prayed,

Immortal Heat, O let thy greater flame
Attract the lesser to it: let those fires,
Which shall consume the world, first make it tame;
And kindle in our hearts such true desires,
As may consume our lusts, and make thee way.
Then shall our hearts pant thee. (Love)

There may be times when all we have to go on is a sense of duty. But in the end, if that is all we have, we will never make it. Our Hero is the example. He’s run on before us and he’s made it; he’s there now. His life assures us it can be done, but only through passionate desire for the joy set before us.

When I read yesterday's message from the "Ransomed Heart Ministries" I thought it best to post it all as it's a great message to share!!!

Do you have that deep down longing for more??? More means to me what Jesus promised us as he assended into heaven to be with our Abba Father. A place created just for us where there is no sin, no pain and suffering. Oh how I yearn for this, but I am waiting patiently as I try to change what I know needs changing, and sharing my love for God giving praise to my Father who created me knowing from the very beginning what lies in my HEART!!!

Do go to this site to find awesome messages to read or receive, as I do, in your email daily!!!

Blessings,
Bevie

The beauty of birth!

2009-05-30T16:52:00.005-04:00

I'm sure you thought after reading this title I was going to talk about a new grandchild or something didn't you? Oh it would be wonderful to welcome in to our family a new baby, but I think our children have given us all they intend to...14 is a great many don't you think? As I sat down to look at my blog I was thinking about what had just happened when I went to look at these darling little baby Robins I discovered last week. At the very moment I walked over to where they are nesting my husband decided to start an old Ford truck that doesn 't have a muffler system...Yikes, it was deafening, but worse was that three of the five babies flew out of the nest and tried to go thru the wire fence. One got stuck so I helped it thru while it's parents were hovering above. You'd think they'd have attacked me, but I think they knew I was only helping. The doggy run fence in over 6ft tall so only one bird made it over. It's quite possible this was their maiden flight who knows. I walked away slowly taking the pugs with me (they went up to the bird, but didn't attempt to hurt them) and sat in a chair so I could see what would come next. I could hear the parents making all kinds of noise, and all of a sudden the little one in the run flew up and over and on to a hug tall tree where the other birds were waiting. Momma and pappa joined them. Isn't it wonderful how being parents comes so naturally to animals, but humans sometimes find it difficult. I guess I don't mean in the beginning cuz the motherly instinct usually kicks in ...but a bit later when things begin to happy...well that's another story so we'll just leave this one with the happy ending for the time being. Course there are two more babies still in the nest. Now why didn't I get a photo of the little ones running around the cage??? Course you guessed right...didn't bring the camera with me...DAH!!!!

Have a most blessed Sunday, and remember God loves you all and so do I!!!

Bevie

We had a little visitor

2009-05-14T18:18:00.003-04:00

Yep, it was Sunday...Dewey was sitting in the recliner I was busy doing something and he yelled saying, "Look there's a hummingbird in the house!" Of course I came running (well almost eheh) in time to see that tiny little thing sweep up under the short valance on the bay window. I went towards it, and Dewey told me not to try to get it cuz it would bit me...I know better, so reached up and got it between my fingers with it's head out...It was like a dance in slow motion...I actually didn't stumble or loose my balance when catching it...hehhe! I don't usually have their feeders out this early, but will get them out quickly so they have something till the flowers start blooming. Have several butterfly bushes and lots of other flowers they love getting ready to bloom. Dewey (hubby) said having a bird fly in the house means a death in the family. We know that's not true it's just that the bird wanted to come in and say hi!!!
Just had to share that with you all...God has blessed us with so many wonderful birds and wild animals and living in the woods as we do we have the pleasure in seeing them all the time. I paint birdhouses then we put them on all the posts around the fence in the back..course there are also birdhouses on the front deck, and in trees in the front..it's like a wonderful symphony here in the morning, well all day for that matter...that's something that makes me smile!!!
What makes you smile???? Really I'd love to know, and so would others coming to visit my blog...

By the way I'd love extend a big Thank You to all that have found their way here and have enjoyed what they've read...it makes me smile too!!!!
blessings to all..
Bevie

What makes your heart skip a beat?

2009-05-13T09:13:00.005-04:00

The big question was asked, *what makes your heart skip a beat* There are several things that make mine skip...I think the biggest is when my hubby puts his arms around me and says he loves me. After almost 27 yrs he continues to show his love in so many ways...not flowers, but he gives of himself!! Seeing all the new spring flowers, and how everything looks after a rain when the sun comes out...not to forget a rainbow! My daughter's friend Melinda wrote a book before she passed saying *look for the rainbow for I'll be dancing on it!* Each time my children and their children come to visit...my heart skips and skips..hehehe!! My there are so many things making my heart skip...isn't it just wonderful when it happens?? Brings such joy.. Knowing I have the Comforter in me makes my heart skip too!!!

You all must join in and share *what makes your heart skip a beat?* Writing about all those things will bring back some really fond memories!!!

Blessings.

Bevie

Thanks Marcela for making another great Party!!!!

2009-05-06T09:26:00.005-04:00

I'm so delighted to share this awesome blog with you all. I found it thru another blog and know that so many moms will find it a blessing to read. Wonderful wisdom and insite which I know comes from God.

http://proverbs14verse1.blogspot.com/

God has opened the heavens

2009-05-05T11:39:00.006-04:00

I was sitting here thinking about all the rain we've gotten here in VA over the past week...almost everyday we've had down falls that have raised the rivers and streams to overflowing...It's good to have all this rain at this time of year cuz it helps get out water tables up especially for those will wells. Just think about all the good rain brings to not only us, but to the wildlife too. Birds of all kinds even turkeys find a wonderful meal of worms that have worked there way up to the surface of the ground. New tender grass and folage spring up in the woods and fields giving food to the deer. Our perennial gardens spring to life as they get drenched in wonderful rain water. Can't you just see God up there in the Heavens spreading His awesome arms showering all the land with fresh, clean water??? Our rain has stopped for a moment giving us a chance to go out and smell the clean air and listening to all the different birds singing their awesome songs of thanks!!! My hubby and I have been so blessed to have found this little home surrounded by some really tall, old trees...Trees that house so many of my painted birdhouses. To see birds making their nest in them is just awesome...Then there are the ones I've painted that we've put on top over most of the posts holding up our fence.
I just wanted to share why I'm so happy to have the rains falling even if they last for days...God always knows best doesn't He...we don't always know that there's going to be a drout. Think about it!!! I give thanks for all the many blessings my Lord has given to me and my family...even through the tough times, especially through those times...I pray each of you have an awesome week, and don't forget to reach out to someone in need...it brings so much joy to those who do!!!
God Bless,

Challenge done in FELT

2009-04-05T12:22:00.005-04:00

My friend Lynn told me about *Awfully Big Art Adventure Blog where she loves doing the weekly challenges so I decided to come see, and yes, it's a great place with awesome challenges! This is my entry for the week the prompt being FELT.

I create Comfort Dolls so having finished this today I thought it would be perfect since it's made with felt!!

Blessings,

Bevie

Passionate Blogger!

2009-03-22T17:30:00.005-04:00

I received this darling award from my friend Rita who's blog I follow and have happily added her button to my blog. She's a delightful person, and I do hope you'll visit her blog soon!!!

I'm going to pass this award on to a couple people I feel has this Passion for blogging too.

Please pick up your award and post it proudly on your blogs, ladies. Pass it on if you have the time but don't feel pressured. These things are supposed to be fun and not a chore.

http://asplendidadventure.blogspot.com/

http://cparmelee.blogspot.com/

http://blueridgelady.blogspot.com/

http://llcreations.blogspot.com/

http://foreverjann.blogspot.com/

http://heavenleighart.blogspot.com/

A wonderful blog to visit!

2009-03-11T15:30:00.000-04:00

Yes today was a great day.

2009-03-08T20:10:00.004-04:00

This house is a very old house in Georgia, and a very special family lives in it. I have been thinking of what I could find to give to this family that they don't have...oh I could make and give some jewelry (to the wife and daughter) but what could I give to the husband? I was looking thru some old photos of when I last visited their home, and this was amongst them. So, yesterday I started on what I hoped would be a very good likeness of their lovely home. Let's see if this very special person realized it's her home!!!

Blessings to all!

Bevie

What a beautiful day this is

2009-03-08T15:16:00.003-04:00

Even though the sun hasn't been out much today it's still beautiful...sometimes an overcast day allows you to see things you don't when it's bright and sunny! We (hubby and I) walked around the yard looking for any evidence that Spring isn't far away. There has been a sighting in the perennial gardens, but today we pulled back some leaves, and found dozens of daffodils hidding there...they were up outta the ground about 2 inches!! How lovely they will be when they start blooming. Then as we walked I noticed something green over by both wagonwheels at the end of the drive. Yep, more green peeking up at us. That's where my beautiful white Clamatis and some irises grow each year. I thought about taking my camera, but Dewey was anxious to get going so I thought it would be better to get pictures when the sun is out anyway. As we walking around the perimeter of the front yard Dewey decided to go back for the saw...there was a hug tree down so today was the day for it to be cut into firewood for someone hehehhe!! He looked at me, and was about to say something when I said, "why don't we cut slabs off that tree so I can paint on them" funny thing that's what he was about to say!! I got a dozen good specimens 14 to 16 inches in diameter and 2 inches thick. We've treated for bugs, and will now let them dry. I'll sand them then paint something on them, and varnish them....I was thinking they would look great in the flowerbeds as stepping stones..but he seems to think someone might want them for their homes...meaning we could sell them!!!
Back in the house I went to my studio to work on a very special painting...it's for someone very dear to me, and want it to be a nice surprise!! It's more than half finished so I'll be posting it in a day or two.
What are the things you like doing for those in your life who you care so much about?? Do you make them something then give it outta the blue?? I love doing that...or sending something I think that person might like. I've seen the generosity in those I've meet here in blogland, and in all the Ning Networks I belong to. Just think how much it would mean to do something special for someone you don't know. I can tell you that's what really makes me happy...but it's become a bit difficult to do right now with the economy the was it is....We can always give of ourselves tho can't we?? Going to a nursing home to sit with someone in need of company, and perhap read. I loved going and fixing elderly ladies hair when I was younger, but I could still do that. There are numerous things we can get involved with that not only will help someone else, but make you feel good as well....
Please have a blessed week knowing you are truly loved!!!
Bevie

Check this site out!!!

2009-02-19T10:44:00.003-05:00

I love Debbie's blog do go by and take a look...Blessings

Hope you are having a blessed day

2009-02-11T11:30:00.006-05:00

Today it's sunshine and warmth unlike yesterday which was cloudy and raining. We had some really warm days off and on the past couple weeks, but today promises to be the warmest!! It's going up to 70 plus a reminder what we have to look forward to in about 2 mos...weeeeee!!! I'm definately not a winter person although I do love seeing the snow!!! My husband raked the two perennial gardens the other day getting it ready for those lovely little sprouts to spring up!!! At the end of summer I planted several more perennials so the gardens should be nice and full this year! This is one of Gods wonderful blessings to us don't you think?? He gives us so much beauty to enjoy...the birds singing in the morning, the butterflies flittering around all the sweet smelling flowers, and of course we have many butterfly bushes for them and the hummers. Then there's the new green grass, and oh yes, the trees all putting on their Spring dressings...first the blooms..apple and cherry blossoms are my favorite, and of course the bees love them too. Can't believe I saw my first 2 honey bees just 2 or 3 days ago. My hope is that we have a great harvest of vegetables this year...my sister had her husband make her some raised beds a couple years back that produced more than enough for their family and members of their Church. Now that's what I hope to do this year. Share with neighbors, friends and family because that's doing what our heart tells us to do. God made us to be here for others wouldn't you agree? I feel that's why so many of us find it easy to share what we have...it's just part of who we are. My husband made me 3 raised beds last year, but it didn't produce much because we didn't give them enough nutrition I think...I'm gonna post that beautiful sunflower that grew outta the pile of horse manure last year...it's a remember that God allows growth in all things, and actually expects it. We are putting the beds inside the back fence where they will get better sun, water and more attention from me!! Yes, I admit I didn't tend my garden like I should have...and see what happened, we didn't have a good harvest!!! I hear the whisper of God telling me to give of myself helping those around me even if it's just to listen...perhaps to give a hug, or a few hours of my time!! That doesn't cost a thing but can be so helpful for others. Ok I'm rambling and will stop here, but please know that each of us can do so many things to make life better for those around us...I plan to do more, will you??
love you all, and so does God!! Course you knew that didn't you???
Bevie

My special day!!

2009-02-05T18:27:00.003-05:00

I just had to share this darling little picture one of Dewey's Trooper friends sent today!!! Today, yep it is my 66th Birthday and I've been truly blessed with calls from my dear siblings and my children. Cards are good, but hearing from those you love is so much better don't you think? I woke to my hubby wishing me a Happy Birthday, and the calls started coming in! I beat my twin bro with a call first after all Iam the oldest...by 5 mins. lol!!! It's been a really great day, and I wanted to thank everyone on the net for their well wishes too. Blessings,
Bevie

Accepting a loss

2009-01-31T12:14:00.006-05:00

My heart has been heavy since Mary called to tell me that our niece ended her life that day. I couldn't catch my breath then the tears flowed between us washing up so many memories of times we spent with her. Most of mine are of her as a child. That precious sweet, and unique smile that warmed you from head to toe the minute she saw you. She was quiet, and sensitive, but could belt out a laugh to top them all. She was almost a carbon copy of her mom in looks!
She'd been very troubled for some time, feeling the kind of pain pills couldn't stop. We've wondered over the past few days if there was something we could have done to stop this from happening, and I guess that will always linger! Just knowing she's resting in our Lord's arms, a child of God, feeling only love no pain gives us a sense of peace. Learning to live without her in our lives will be hard, but she will never be forgotten for she remains in all our hearts till we see her again.
Love you dear Dawnie
Aunt Bev

If you have a child, wife or husband for that matter who is dealing with depression please seek help for them.

Vist Chrysti to see what going on there

2009-01-27T09:03:00.005-05:00

This is one lady who not only does awesome art but loves giving to others...don't forget to keep her blog close cuz there's always something really kewl going on there!!!
Click on her link to take a peek.

The Lemonade Award

2009-01-25T16:38:00.004-05:00

I was given this lovely Lemonade award by a Christian Sister named, Donna Bragg. I'm supposed to post the the award then pick at least 10 blogs which show great Attitude and/or Gratitude.
I nominate:

http://Asplendidadventure.blogspot.com
http://mystele.blogspot.com
http://heavenleighart.blogspot.com
http://walkwithmebyfaith.blogspot.com
http://polkadotbarn.blogspot.com
http://pamwardenart.blogspot.com
http://treasurebarn.blogspot.com
http://creativeflutter.blogspot.com
http://kellyraeroberts.blogspot.com

Blessings, Bevie

Jewelry Art

2009-01-20T10:10:00.001-05:00

Check this site out

What an awesome God we serve

2009-01-16T09:14:00.004-05:00

Yes, we do serve an awesome God..He has given us the Bible to learn all about HIM and what he wants for HIS children. He wants us to share with those we come into contact with how much He loves them. I know most of you have been blessed with God's love, and all that represents. While doing a journaling page the other day I was writing how and when I pray...before I go to bed, when I awake in the morning, for all things I do throughout the day I'm praising him, giving thanks for things that go right, and even for things that don't for I know there's a lesson in it. I pray for family, friends, those I don't know, for our service men and women, for those who are lost especially...praying you might say is something I do just about all the time!! it's up there with breathing for me..hehehe!!! One thing I've realized tho, all the praying I do is usually for everyone and everything, but for me! Wonder why that is?? hummm... Recently my husband, and I have been challenged to make major changes in our lives. We have prayed for God to lead us where He wants us to be, and we know we are where he wants us to be right now because the stress of trying to keep a business going when all the signs said to close it down. God does close doors when HE knows it's best, but then opens another knowing it's a better way!!! We are praising Him today for showing us we could survive doing things HIS way..eheheh!!! Boy some of us have to be hit over the head to SEE...sigh...So for all those out there who are struggling for reasons known only to you, please continue to pray for God to show you the way! And don't be afraid to ask your family and friends for help either. What are we for if it's not to help those around us!! That's God's way!!

My thoughts and prayers are with those who have shared some of their concerns about this economy and how it's affecting them, and for those who might be feeling stress from it too. (((gentle hugs))) I love you!
Bevie

Pam Carriker's Journalism Workshop

2009-01-13T18:50:00.003-05:00

I just wanted to come share with you all we are just starting out creating backgrounds in this class. I can tell already it's going to be so much fun as all those taking the class are so friendly and caring! So if you haven't ever taken a class taught by Pam you should really think about it for she's an awesome teacher!!! She even gives A+ when you do a good job..lol!!! Bevie
If you want to join, just click on the picture to the workshop in the side bar!!

Come visit Aimee Wheaton

2009-01-03T19:38:00.001-05:00

Aimee' is a real sweetheart, and you are missing out if you haven't visited her blog...just click on the picture...Blessings,

Creative Souls

2009-01-01T12:47:00.001-05:00

Come see what fun we have!

Creative Workshops

2008-12-31T11:57:00.001-05:00

Come join in the fun!

We Love Etsy

2008-12-31T10:50:00.001-05:00

I"m a proud member of

Experimenting with different journals

2008-12-25T13:33:00.000-05:00

I just visited Ewian blog where she shares how she tested all different kinds of journals to find which worked best with what. I'm adding it to my blog as I believe it's valuable info for all!!! Blessings...now go read..ehehehe!!!

Christmas!

2008-12-22T23:33:00.003-05:00

Am sending out my wishes that each of you have a Blessed Christmas and Safe New Years all the while remembering why we celebrate this Holiday...weather you be Christian, Jewish whatever...know that you are loved, and my thoughts and prayers are with you!!!

This litte painting I did I share with each of you...it's my version of a Winter Wonderland...Bevie

Check this out...Free!!!

2008-12-18T18:47:00.000-05:00

Valentine Swap

2008-12-16T11:58:00.002-05:00

We are having a Valentine Swap in ECS come take a look, and join in the fun!!!

A Splendid Adventure

2008-12-13T15:27:00.002-05:00

I have to say this blog is my very favorite not only because it's my sister who writes it, but because it's packed full of wonderful thoughts and writings...my sister has the most beautiful spirit, and her giving nature shows in all she does!!!
There are photos of some of her Christmas decorations that will give you some really great ideas too!!!
I sure hope you enjoy visiting with my baby sister as much as I do...well almost!!! hehehe!!!

What Christmas means to me

2008-12-13T14:09:00.004-05:00

Looking back at the Christmas of my youth I remember waking Christmas morning to the smell of fresh pine. All of us kids would run to basement to see what we'd been longing to see....the real tree all decorated with lights, and ornaments, and of course the tinsil. At first we thought Santa Claus brought the tree during the night decorating it just for us, but later we realized it was dad who stayed up all night decorating it for us!!! Those were the days!!! We all felt so blessed to see our *one* gift under the tree. Yep, mine was usally a pair of new shoes. This particular year they were a beautiful, shinny pair of black penny loafers. As I put my foot down into the shoe I realized it wasn't the right size, but because I was afraid mom and dad would take them back I didn't say anything. I wore those shoes for over a year even tho they were too tight...boy did my feet hurt.
As we grew up many of us decided we'd see that our kids got more than we got...not the way to think, but I'm just as guilty. Celebrating the birth of Christ each year is what should be uppermost in our minds and hearts...giving is something that makes us all feel good...but giving of our time helping one another is a better gift indeed. I'm using the God given talent to paint little gifts for friends and family. There are so many things we could do to make things easier for others, like offering a day of babysitting to a gal so she can have that time to get things done she otherwise wouldn't. I used to do that when I was young. Helping an elderly person with her groceries will make you feel great inside too (it's so true) Random acts of kindness makes those giving of themselves feel so wonderful...I know it does me...
Ok, one more thing,
I want to wish each and everyone who happens by this blog a very Safe and Happy Holiday Season!!!

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Blessings,
Bevie

A Soulful Woman

2008-12-03T10:05:00.003-05:00

As I read yesterday's daily readings from John Eldredge thru Ransomedheart.com I realized how important it is for women to have a Soulful Heart. After reading, Captivating by John Eldredge, I began to realized all the things I'd learned and practiced over the years didn't have a great foundation. Having come from a disfunctional family envirnment so many of my beliefs were not how God wants a woman to feel or for that matter, live by!!! The old saying, it's never too late applies to ME. Learning that God sees my beauty even tho I don't find myself beautiful at this stage of my life. However learning the true meaning of beauty has helped me to realize I do have a Soulful Heart. This is some of what I found in Captivating, and brought back in my daily readings from John Eldredge.

A woman in her glory, a woman of beauty, is a woman who is not striving to become beautiful or worthy or enough. She knows in her quiet centre where God dwells that He finds her beautiful, has deemed her worthy and in him, she is enough. In fact, the only thing getting in the way of our being fully captivating and enjoyed is our hiding and striving.

So Jesus says, “I will quiet you with My love” (Zephaniah 3:17). A woman of true beauty is a woman who in the depths of her soul is at rest; trusting God because she has come to know Him to be worthy of her trust. She exudes a sense of calm; a sense of rest; and invites those around her to rest as well. She speaks comfort; that all is well; that all will be well. A woman of true beauty offers others the grace to be and the room to become. In her presence, one can release the tight sigh that so often grips our hearts, and breathe in the truth that God loves us and he is good.

This is why we must keep asking. Ask Jesus to show you your beauty. Ask him what he thinks of you as a woman. His words to us let us rest. And unveil our beauty.

My sister, Mary sent me that book...I started it then put it down...finding so many other things taking center stage, but I finally decided it was something I really needed to read, and am so blessed that I did. For me, it showed me I was truly worthy, and it was like a big weight lifted off my shoulders...if you can find time to read this book ladies, I'm sure you will find it as much a blessing as I did..
Thank you dear sis!!!!
In Christian Love,
Bevie

Good morning

2008-11-21T09:18:00.003-05:00

This is a photo of a rosebud taken yesterday. It's amazing it lived thru freezing weather, high winds and even snow. I think God wanted me to smile at it just one more time!!! God has shared with us so much about himself...He is good. He is pure light in whom there is no darkness at all. He is worthy of our absolute trust and loyalty. He is gracious and full of tender mercy. He sovereignly controls everything that happens, so that no matter how chaotic and turbulent the circumstances of life may seem, we're not to think God has lost control. He limits our temptations to no more than we can endure, and He provides a way of escape from all evil enticements. He gives us grace to endure the trials of life, and strength and comfort to withstand the pain of suffering. He never changes, never waivers, never slumbers or sleeps, and never lets even the tiniest sparrow out of His sight. Best of all, He promises to make all things work together for the ultimate good of those who love Him.
I was thinking about all the pain many of us suffer with each day, and found scripture that might be of comfort. One of the reasons God allows us to suffer is so that He can comfort us, and thus equip us to comfort others in their suffering (2 Cor. 1:3-4

May you be blessed as you spend your day remembering to give Him all the praise for everyting you have!!! Bevie

Etsy Cottage Style

2008-11-18T09:11:00.001-05:00

A wonderful group of ladies sharing their art.

2008-11-17T08:24:00.002-05:00

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Good morning!

2008-10-26T10:06:00.001-04:00

I was going thru all the photos I have yet to put in albums (there are way too many) found several of my son Chas when he was just a baby. This was taken when I was only 21 yrs old...Yikes...could that really be me??? Can you believe he was that *healthy* from just breast milk??? Yep! Those were tough days however because of bad choices I married a man who was abusive both physically and mentally. It lasted only 5 yrs and I was blessed to get out with my life and my son...he went on to marry 6 more times never changing and passed away last year. So sad, but I thank God for being there with me thru it all.

I can remember so many times when I found myself in one bad situation after another, some because of bad choices, some from being in the wrong place at the wrong time!!! I won't go into all that because it's in the past, and I've realized that life is just too short to beat those old times over and over again...wouldn 't you agree?? I know sometimes we do have to go back and deal with things to be able to put them to rest...I believe I've done that with most things...I still have dreams that take me back to my childhood...don't know why, but I'm all for living in the now!!! Having found this wonderful place to finally share all what I do with likeminded people who have become so very dear to my heart makes everyday a treasure. Funny how many things just doing seem to matter anymore...I feel God's presence everytime I pick up a paintbrush. I really do believe HE gives us these talents to share with others don't you??? My heart is so full I of love for all those I've met here, (mostly for bringing my sister and I together in a very special way) ehhehe!! Here I am back to my sweet sister. What can I say, being here sharing everything I do with her means so much!!! Now, I am wishing each of you a wonderfully blessed day today...and a full week of wonderful discoveries to paint, think about and to share!!! (((hugs))) Bevie

What an awesome day!

2008-10-24T08:46:00.000-04:00

It's now very dark when I get up in the morning! My feet hit the floor at 5:30 ( a little late)this morning, and I went straight to the back deck to see the moon overhead. It was just as beautiful as it was last night, and as I breathed in the cool, fresh morning air I thought how blessed we are to live in a world where we have choice...to get up when we want, to be able to go out, and see such beauty!! The moon was highlighting the tall trees as the stars twinkled between them. Two deer were eating at a feeder just beyond the back fence. Little squirrels were already scurrying around in the fallen leaves hunting for their morning meal.

I love mornings don't you??? Everything is fresh, and you get the feeling, at least I do, that this day can be the best yet. I think to myself I'm gonna paint something really good today. Will I do a beach scene or will I jump outta that ole' box and do something different, exciting like a really kewl mixed media collage...Yes, that's what I'm gonna do today. I want to start doing ATC cards but need to read all I can about them. It's so much fun to go to our groups and see all the beautiful art displayed there...more importantly for me it's the joy I feel when one of my new friends make a nice comment on something I created. That makes my work real ...you know??? It validates my creativity. As you read this blog you will again realize writing isn't my strong suit..ehehhe!!! I tend to jump from thought to thought...do that when talking to my friends as well...that and the bad habit of butting in when someone is talking...it's not that I'm being mean, it's that I'm so excited about what they are saying...does that make any sense??? Now should I delete this and start over???? hummm...nay! I pray that each of you have a truly blessed day...creating another wonderful piece, or just being the best you can...love you!!! Bevie

Fall is here

2008-09-21T15:32:00.000-04:00

I have to share with you where this little or should I say BIG gem came from. That pile behind the sunflower is horse manure from a relatives farm...yep, it just grew right up from there....it doesn't look as good as it does here cuz time has passed and fall is upon us. I'll harvest the seeds and plant them around the yard next year in the hopes we will produce many many more.

All the Seasons have special meaning for me, but Fall and Spring are my favorites...Fall because it's everything beginning to hybernate, leaves turning then falling to the ground...The smell, oh the sweet smell of Fall. The chill in the air early in the morning, having coffee out on the deck all bundled up in a robe and slippers just to be able to see all the beautiful our land holds. We love living up in the mountains where the wild animals roam free. We enjoy filling the feeders for the birds, and even throwing out apples that have passed their eating stage to the deer.

Can't you just visualize what the next few months are going to bring, colder nights and mornings, frost on the ground, and the glistening of little crystals hitting the ground as either ice or snow. The children in the area coming out to play in it. Us grown ups grabbing the shovels to push that snow away from the walks so no one falls. Yes I love this time of year. Getting ready for Thanksgiving, contemplating who will come for a big feast this year. Thoughts of all the love our family shares, but being so wrapped up in OUR lives we forget to keep in touch...it just happens...time gets away from us, and we shouldn't let it. I will invite all my family for Thanksgiving Dinner this year...wanting to see them to tell them how much I love them. My heart sometimes feels as though it's going to burst with such love I feel. My children all have their own lives and families so don't know if they will come.

My siblings are all scattered in different States, some near some far. One sister, Linda is in FL and was spared the damage some were left with from the hurricanes. Praise the Lord. My baby sister, whom I adore, lives in GA, and has been teaching me so much about love and forgiveness thru her beautiful journals. She started this journey as a way of finding out things she'd forgotten as a child. I knew God would open her soul to let her see the beauty within, and how good and worthy she is. So many things can leave scars we sometimes don't even remember...but they dig at our hearts even so....well, this has been an interesting blog to be sure one I am not going to edit am not even going to go back, and read. Let it be I say...God provides. Blessings to all who may come and read this blog.

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2008-08-14T22:08:00.001-04:00

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God has been challenging me!

2008-06-26T14:14:00.000-04:00

Gee, it's been so long since I last posted here, but my life has been busy with one thing after another...as I write this please don't think I"m complaining about the things that have been thrown my way...cuz I never ever say *why me??* I know that God has never promised any of us this life here on earth would be easy...but He did say He'd be with us thru all the trials. I can tell ya I've had my share over the years, and could probably write a book about them all...hehehe! Some would say how do you stay so up beat all the time, what are you on...etc. Well let me tell you for many years I've lived with so much pain from the Fibromyalgia, Mofascial Pain, Arthritis, Migraines, IBD and depression...that being because of all the pain...and yes, from PTSD...many unhappy memories from the past still raises it's ugly head at times..many know exactly what I'm referring to when I say **trigger** My Lord has been with me thru it all! There was never a time that I didn't feel HIM near, but there were many times I didn't listen and took the wrong path!!! It was then that I went thru the worst trials...God only allows things to happen to teach us lessons I think...I may be wrong but I do know going thru them has made me stronger and more open to His word!!

Ok, *trial* started way back in May when I had an MRI because I was having severe pain in hips, legs and groin. Thinking it was just the osteo-arthritis attacking another joint, we did the MRI. Well, that hip joint is not the cause of the pain...My Rheumy told me it was the Piriformis muscle that either goes around or thru you Sciatic nerve was really tight and actually squeezing the nerve...well therapy helped that tremendously so I'm much better, BUT on that film we discovered some enlarged lymph nodes...now that was scary cuz the first thing the radiologist said was, it could be Lymphoma....I'm thinking ok we can deal with that...Mary, my Rheumy said, awwww it's probably just the Fibromyalgia...and I liked that diagnosis..eheheh!! A CT Scan was scheduled for June to check on them to see if they were any bigger...that's what the do!!! In the mean time the basil cell cancer was back on my nose....now that's the only little thing on my body, and they've already done several surgeries and a MOHS which is where the cut, biopsy, the cut, biopsy till there is no more...could be once or five times...you never know. Mine was 3 times...left there looking like I had little Christmas bandage on my nose....ehhehe!! The skin was taken from my right ear!!! Yes from inside my ear...it's the only thing still bothers me..and don't really know why!!! Maybe it's just that the skin is tighter inside my ear...don't know!!! Now I'm told I have to have another MOHS....after my dermatologist did a biopsy. Now just before that was confirmed the CT Scan was done...they discovered a spot...Colon Cancer was breathed...I'm think, God this can't be true, right??? I pray that it's not, but again we'll deal with it. I had to have another Colonoscopy...right away in 2 days...3 polyps are removed, and a sac...as well...what that means I don't know but we are waiting for the results...It's been almost 3 wks...where are the results...I"m think it's probably because the report was sent to my Rheumy and she's on vacation...so the thing for me to do is call the dr who did the Colonoscopy and ask...that's what I'm gonna do today....See we all go thru little trials daily I think...ok before I finish this little blog I have to tell you what happen over the last weekend. I went out to our front deck and discovered the big cat was getting ready to pounce on a bluebird house that had a pair nesting in it...I hurried (can't really run) to reach the birdhouse when my right foot hit the 2x4 at the bottom of our deck gate....it was warped and sticking out about 3 to 4 inches at the bottom...soooooooooooooo that board actually went right between the third and forth toes...Yep I suspected the toe was broken when I looked down (after reaching the birdhouse and moving it) and the forth toe was sitting sideways ontop of the baby toe!!! OUCHY!!!! it was already strarting to bruise, and swell...I'm thinking to myself...Ok Lord we will let the swelling go down then I will take the two toes together like they would do if I went to the dr....well that swelling didn't wan to go done even tho I put ice on it and kept it up most of the time...(except when I was check in with Etsy...hehehehe!!) Picture this, I was sitting at the table looking at a paper when my 30lbs pug, Wrinkles started running thru the house, out the back door, back in and yep...jumped right on my toe...oh my what a shock, and the pain shot thru my whole body...I couldn't say a word.. course I didn't have any protection at all on my foot.....it swelled even more so my dh came home and took me to the hospital for an x-ray after I called my other dr to send over an order for one. No need to go to see her as I knew it was broken...just needed to be sure the Metatarsal bone wasn't...IT WASN'T Praise the Lord...I just came home, put cotton around the broken toe the used elastic bandage to secure it....perhaps it will heal now. I'm sure you've had days and weeks like I've had...hummm would you like to share some of those stories and how they affected your life with Christ...I know for sure no matter what comes from the tests I've had God will walk with me every step of the way...but I have a real peace about it!

My hope is always with the Lord!!! Where is your hope???? I ask because you need to know where you will go when you die...we can choose to go to heaven and have eternity with God by accepting God's free gift...realizing that have been born a sinner, but by Grace you have been saved by the blood of Jesus who died for all mankind on a cross....please choose to life..with HIM!!!! God bless all those how pass by this blog!!!! Bevie