Our Thanksgiving

We just got back today from Thanksgiving in Leavenworth. I took a moment to read people's blogs. Sounds like everyone had a great time and lot of good food! Leavenworth was fun. The first day we got there, mom had dinner ready to go and we had a wonderful meal along with mom and dad's friends, Vern and Linda. Then we waited for food to digest and went on a walk downtown. All the buildings and trees were lit up and gorgeous. We did the black Friday in Wenatchee. There weren't a lot of good deals this year, at least over there. Although I did get a few things. We also went to this awesome restaurant in Wenatchee that had Russian, Ukranian, Italian and Greek food. It was so good. We lucked out with the drive there and back, having to deal with no stop and go traffic at all. :) Now we are just resting at home from our trip back. While we were gone, Jesse's parents and brother house sat for us and watched our pets too. Everything was in goods hands.

This is the last weekend before Thanksgiving! I can't wait for all the yummy food!!! Yahoo! We're headed for Leavenworth this year, I wish it could be a little longer of a time over there. We're hoping it won't snow over while we're up there. Christmas will be spent with the in-laws.

Work has been stressful and I am feeling it but I'm getting through.

Politics and Prayer

Among many people it is considered rude to discuss politics in public. Some would say that kind of talk stays at home. I don't know enough about politics to debate anything but I do have an opinion (who doesn't) and will share that opinion on this blog.

Realizing that I should tread carefully, I do think that our country has reached a pinnacle in electing an African American president. I agree it is a historical moment that I am glad to say happened in my lifetime. There are very few significant things that happen in our lives that are worth remembering and talking about. This was one of them. However, I do agree with Angie's post about people praising Barack Obama and thinking of him as a King. He is not our King, nor our God, nor someone to revere. He is just a man like you and I. The Savior that you and I know is the God of our lives and this nation whether people realize that or not, or even accept that. For us as Christians it is a given.

But I believe everything happens for a reason. God knew this man would be the one leading our country, influencing our world and making huge decisions for the country we live in. So, yes, those decisions Obama makes will effect us greatly. God also knew the emotional impact this election would have on people. I believe God can use Obama as a vessel in a huge way. So, I ask that you pray for him, that God would have a hand in his decisions, his trials, his leadership, the people he chooses to work with him, and pray for direction. We have a huge opportunity for people to be influenced by someone of character, graciousness and humility (all of which we have already seen in the public eye), and dare I say someone who will make mistakes and learn from them and maybe even make sacrifices.

So, whether you are disappointed as to who was elected President or not, please do yourself, your family and your friends a favor by praying fervently over the next four years at least and let's see where it takes us.

Hope is not a bad thing, it's what keeps us alive, keeps us going and feeds our faith.

To all my family and friends, God Bless.

7 random facts

7 random or weird facts about myself.

1. I like watching HGTV, all those home improvement shows.

2. I love animals and would love to be an animal cruelty investigator (animal cop).

3. I LOVE watching the Seahawks and never miss a game.

4. I love music and singing.

5. I have an uncommon bone on both of my feet - weird!

6. I'm always hungry and can always eat. :)

7. I tend to be a perfectionist at times.

Alone

Jesse left early this morning to help his dad out in Goldendale. His parents bought some property and built a cabin up there a few years ago and they are trying to get it ready to go. He took KD with him and she is loving it up there in the woods, running around and playing with leaves on trees, fetching sticks. It's our first experience with her taking her out to some other place to see how she'll do off leash. It's not like we've never had her off leash, we take her to this big field and play frisbee with her all the time, but being in the woods is a little different. I'm glad it's going well.

Jess also has projects he's working on painting my friends' houses these next few weeks. It's good news after it being slow for quite a while.

We are heading to Leavenworth for Thanksgiving this year. Pray it won't be snowing on our way up there. :) For Christmas, we will be spending it with Jesse's parents and grandma.

I might have to testify in a trial on Wednesday because of my previous job as a court clerk, I'd have to testify that I saw the guy sign court documents and testify as to what his sentence was. I'm a little nervous. I'm kind of hoping the prosecutor won't need me as a witness afterall. :)


Here is a picture of Jesse's pumpkin:



I can't seem to figure out how to pick up the tags on the 7 facts about me other than just straight copying and pasting. What am I doing wrong?