Ginger

When you are right handed, you do not realize how much you do with your left hand until you can’t use it.

I have gotten to where I can do some light typing….that is about it. My thumb and index finger can meet. My middle finger and ring finger do not work well. No pressure can be applied, no weight, no twisting lids off of jars, no picking anything up, no buckling of seat belt if you are a passenger, no closing of car door if you are the driver and no swimming stroke with that hand.

Life has become a challenge with the limitations of the left hand. Monday I will be back at the Doctor’s getting the left fore arm, wrist, hand and fingers xrayed. My husband who is all wise thinks it is definitely a ligament problem. He said it would be better for me to have broken the hand.

Two fingers stay swollen and I cannot make a fist at all. I almost dropped a pan of french fries on the floor the other night. It was a close call and they were the good seasoned fries. That would have been bad….

On Monday I will have 11 kids to over see. Three of which are mine….

Life here has slowed down a little. Hubby is reviewing the kids in math for me. He likes math and it gives him time with the kids.

We will also be taking out tests next week. I know, we are running that one close to the wire. Seaton is great. They will email me the results as soon as the tests are graded.

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Fear can be so gripping. When it strikes, the blood pressure rises. The stomach knots up. A sense of fright and flight takes over. The need to run becomes intense. There is the constant worry of a knock at the door. Finding oneself walking towards the window and glancing out of the lace curtains. Fear muddles our thinking. It makes us believe the lies we are trying to refute. It causes doubt. It makes us anxious.

Yes, fear is very unhealthy. Where do you turn when you’re sitting there with your stomach churning and your face becoming flushed at the mere thought of the circumstances you may be facing….?

2 Timothy 1:7 For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind. (KJV)

I know this. I understand this. Yet the fear still over powers me. I look some more…..

Hebrews 13:6 So that we may boldly say, The Lord is my helper, and I will not fear what man shall do unto me. (KJV)

Psalm 118:6 The LORD is on my side; I will not fear: what can man do unto me? (KJV)

Still the fear encompasses me round about. I feel it on my skin. I feel it in my heart. I feel it in my stomach. This fear is just of one person. One person that I GAVE the power to put me down. Make me tremble. Yet, even knowing the lies and hearing the threats. The fear is overwhelming to me. I find no comfort in those things around me nor do I find peace or comfort offered to me. There is no peace of mind to be had.

I am trying, purposing in my heart to cling to the promises that have been given to me. Only there can I find true peace and protection. Only there can I see the lies for what they truly are….I just haven’t been able to see them yet.

Psalm 56:4 In God I will praise his word, in God I have put my trust; I will not fear what flesh can do unto me. (KJV)

Deuteronomy 3:22 Ye shall not fear them: for the LORD your God he shall fight for you. (KJV)

Deuteronomy 31:6 Be strong and of a good courage, fear not, nor be afraid of them: for the LORD they God, he it is that doth go with thee; he will not fail thee, nor forsake thee. (KJV)

Matthew 10:31 Fear ye not therefore, ye are of more value than many sparrows. (KJV)

Luke 12:7 But even the very hairs of your head are all numbered. Fear not therefore: ye are of more value than many sparrows. (KJV)

I know what the fears are……due to personal reasons I will not be listing them at this time. But I think my biggest fear….is if God says No………God has said No to me before…..but I didn’t have as much to loose as I do now. Can I give it all to HIM and accept His will? I know that I can. I also know the pain that it will involve.

I know that the reassurance I seek will be given to me by Him….but the fear is still there……

I do know that I must surrender the fear and take up the spirit of power and love and a sound mind. I know I must be prepared for what God’s will is going to be…….It just may take me awhile.

I had to do another one….I am being egged on by my family who are gathered behind me…..I was just told I had to do three….Hmmmmmm

The Personality Test…..

Your Personality Is

Idealist (NF) You are a passionate, caring, and unique person. You are good at expressing yourself and sharing your ideals. You are the most compassionate of all types and connect with others easily. Your heart tends to rule you. You can’t make decisions without considering feelings. You seek out other empathetic people to befriend. Truth and authenticity matters in your friendships. In love, you give everything you have to relationships. You fall in love easily. At work, you crave personal expression and meaning in your career. With others, you communicate well. You can spend all night talking with someone. As far as your looks go, you’ve likely taken the time to develop your own personal style. On weekends, you like to be with others. Charity work is also a favorite pastime of yours.

Actually, I think that one has me nailed…….I have spent many a night or day on the phone with a friend in need or just because….Longest phone call hmmmm record set was 7.5 hours. I have unlimited long distance……

What Color Should My Blog Be….

Your Blog Should Be Purple

You’re an expressive, offbeat blogger who tends to write about anything and everything. You tend to set blogging trends, and you’re the most likely to write your own meme or survey. You are a bit distant though. Your blog is all about you - not what anyone else has to say.

What Muppet Am I….

You Are Gonzo the Great

“Is something burning in here? Oh, it’s just me.” You’re a total nutball who will do anything for attention. The first to take a dare, you’ll pull almost any stunt. You’re one weird looking creature, but your chickens don’t mind!

What Kind of Cereal Are You….

You Are Granola

You are creative and inventive. You don’t do much the ordinary or normal way. You like to explore new ideas and lifestyles. Something isn’t for you just because other people do it. Quick breakfast fixes are definitely not your style. You’re the type most likely to cook yourself an amazing homemade breakfast.

My favorite one so far…yet slightly disappointed with the results….I really thought I was weirder than that…..

How Weird Are You…..

You Are 40% Weird

Normal enough to know that you’re weird… But too weird to do anything about it!

I am done!!! That should be enough to satisfy my daughter…..

My daughter (Birdwhisperer) found this test at Valley Life in Alaska (Elaine).

Elaine has all sorts of cute tests on her blog….

I took the chocolate test…….

What Your Taste in Chocolate Says About You

You are sophisticated, modern, and high class. Your taste is refined, but you are not picky. You are often the first to try something new. You are friendly, witty, and likable. You charm is overwhelming. People are enchanted by you. You have a comeback for anything. Because of this, you seem flippant at times. You love being around people. Friendships are important to you. You feel lost when you’re by yourself… so you tend to avoid being alone.

Who would have guessed………