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Praise Him in the Storms

We are doing alright here.
We still don't know what's going on with the finances.
My family is in the midst of planning my grandfather's memorial service.
I am to be writing the obituary.
And we're leaving in a few days for our trip to the Creation Museum.
So I guess I will continue to be scarce in my postings.
No menu plan to post today as we are going to be leaving soon and are working at eating leftovers.
Mr. Steady was able to purchase 3 doz. eggs last week for 99 cents/doz. So we've been eating a lot of egg dishes plus we received some free bread last week.
A friend of mine is astonished at how I can feed my family so cheaply and her husband has asked Mr. Steady and I to share how we do it.
The last few days have indeed been difficult but there have been good times too. I am  thankful for God holding us up through it all. I know that the God who ushered my grandfather into heaven is the God of my finances and He will see us  through. Something else--- as a surprise combined Mother/Father's day present- my parents bought us a new-to-us couch and love seat. Our couch was in deplorable condition and of course, financially we really couldn't do much about it. We had put some foam padding under the cushions and a slipcover over it . . . . but my Mama the Goodwill Shopping Queen got a real sweet deal (and used a 20% off coupon).
I am reminded that this is yet another affirmation that the good Lord is watching over us and seeing us through.
Throughout the weekend and today I've been whispering, "No matter what, I WILL praise you. No matter what, I WILL praise you." I listened to Casting Crowns' Praise You In The Storm this weekend and I was again reminded that I serve a God that is bigger than any storm that comes my way. I may get knocked down but I will not be defeated. I have the Lord on my side.

A thought for today:
The will of God will never take you to where the grace of God will not protect you.

Amen.

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5:18 PM, 2008-May-12 .. Posted by gabbie427

So excited for you about the new couch! I have been praying for you and your family on the loss of Grandpa. I wish there was more than I could do!! Have a safe trip!!!

God's Blessings,
Amy Jo

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11:11 AM, 2008-May-13 .. Posted by Lynne

So sorry to hear about your grandfather.

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8:38 AM, 2008-May-17 .. Posted by a1health

I'm sorry to hear about your grandfather. I hope you find the right words for the eulogy.
Enjoy the new couch!
It's wonderful that you are able to bless others with your knowledge of feeding your family on less. Many people do not know how, I'm still learning.
Blessings for your weekend.
~Farrah