Friday, 3/13/26, Eli's school was cancelled because of the snowstorm and high winds, The school by Vikki's house was cancelled so she kept the kids home, they decided to come later if the snow melted and the roads were good, Kimmy took Jacob for a haircut first, We had fun hanging around for the rest of the day, we played Donkey with Eli and Jacob

We were so happy to have Jacob here before he goes back to college

Peyton was a sweetie and made brownies for us

We were happy Isaac came.  Rody had the day off so Isaac could have stayed home.

Such a fun day with 4 grandkids able to come 

Jack in the back row on the left next to the really tall boy. He's on tour with his school for choir.  They were in Chicago last night

Hailey and her friends in Outer Banks with a beautiful sunset behind them

I got up early, but called Kimmy to make sure she knew there was a severe weather advisory and really high winds.  Eli's school was already cancelled she said.  I was glad she was going to wait until later to come and only if the roads were good.  Vikki kept the kids home because the school by her house was cancelled so she didn't want to drive on bad roads. Vikki and the kids got here and we talked to Kimmy on the phone.  I had a few brownies left so we ate them and then Peyton wanted to make more brownies so everyone else coming could have some. Kimmy, Jacob and Eli came after Jacob got a hair cut.  It was around Noon I think, but didn't really look at the time.  Bill went and picked up some water jugs for the water cooler.  We ate at 1:30.  The kids had pizza and we girls and Bill had vegetable soup.  Peyton wasn't hungry.  

We watched Toby Mac Videos from the night before so the boys could see them.  Kimmy had already watched them.  Then Eli, Jacob, Papa and I played a game of Donkey. Jacob went out first so was the winner.  We thought Bill was going to be stuck with the donkey, but at the last Bill was able to give lots of numbers and the donkey in a row to Isaac.  He went out, then I went out.  Poor Isaac lost.  You never can tell who is going to get stuck with the donkey in that game.  

Jacob went outside and picked up some of our recycling that was in the yard that the wind blew.  That was so nice of him as we told him not to because of the hight winds.

Everybody left around 6.  Kimmy said it made her nervous driving the van in those high winds.  They had really picked up speed by the time she left.  I was happy to hear she was home.  

Thursday, 3/11/26, Went to Marie's, Went to Jeremy Camp, Crowder and Toby Mac Hits Deep Tour Concert! It was awesome!

Consumers Energy saw we had an outdated dehumidifier in the basement so they gave us this brand new one for free during energy inspection

Vikki, me, Peyton, and Rody walking from the parking lot to the Toby Mac Hits Deep Concert

At the Jeremy Camp, Crowder and Deep Hits Tour Concert in Saginaw

Jeremy Camp was the first singer and band

                                     

Crowder and his band was next

Toby Mac and his band were on last and did a 2 hour concert. 

Vikki, me and Peyton....It's black and white and dark but was the only one I was looking the right way in

Peyton with Toby Mack in the background singing

Carrying a Banner saying He would believe in Jesus til he died.  Me too!

On our way out, we saw these signs to get pictures by!  What a fun night!

Peyton with the Toby Mac "I Need a Little Church Right Now" shirt I got her

Us three girls!

Toby Mac singing 1st song....Light Shine Briight

Toby Mac singing You Were there Faithfully

Forrest Frank singing on the Screen with Toby Mac

In the morning, I made vegetable soup and brownies.  I put some of both in containers to take to Marie and Roy.  I left to go visit them.  We had a nice 2 hour visit.  Marlee came to clean the house for them.  She goes to church with us and is a great friend.  It was nice to get to talk to her for a few minutes.  Before I left we all prayed for each other and needs of others too.  Marie gave me a loaf of pumpkin bread to take home.  On the way home, I talked to Laicey for a while, then Vikki called me to see what time I wanted to get to the Toby Mac Concert tonight. We decided 6 would be a good time.  I got home and Bill and I had soup for dinner, then I went to pick up Vikki, Peyton and Rody.  We paid, but got a good parking spot.  It was a sold out concert!  This was our 3rd Toby Mac Concert.  The other two were quite a while back.  We loved hearing Jeremy Camp and Crowder too.  They are both amazing Christian singers.  We had seen Crowder before at Rock the Island in Saginaw.

It was such a fun and amazing night.  We stood for almost 4 hours.  We had a 15 minute break when the volunteers passed out Food for the Hungry Pamplets for those who wanted to sponsor kids.  We already have a Compassion Girl and a Food for the Hungry Boy.  It is such a blessing to sponsor them.  Toby Mac came out after that and his part of the concert lasted 2 hours.  It was just amazing and so good to see him worshipping after his 21 year old son passed away 6 1/2 years ago.  Vikki posted his testimony on her Facebook page.

It didn't take long and I dropped Vikki, Rody and Peyton off and then decided to pick up my prescription before going home.  There was only one car ahead of me so it was very quick.  

I was glad I thought of it.  I got home, read my Bible and went to bed.

Wed., 3/11/26, Went to Hobby Lobby, then to Target. Met Maddy at Chic Fil A, took a nap, went to Vikki's to see Rehvyn, Bible Study

Chandler at Chic Fil A when we were getting ready to leave today

He's such a sweet baby

I told Rehvyn to show me his smile and he showed papa his smile instead

Then he showed me his smile

Playing at Grammy's little table with his cars

Showing me his smile again

Us with our sweet great grandson!  We are so blessed!

Evan with the other kids that went to Bethlehem School.  They went back to day to help and read to the younger kids.  Evan was so excited to go.  Melissa and I even prayed they wouldn't have a snow day because there was a chance of icy roads.  Jack was going on his Golden Voice Choir Tour this morning too and that was another reason we didn't want school cancelled.  

I got up at 8 and Bill got up at around 9.  I took an early shower and got ready.  I started a load of laundry then at 10:00 I went to Hobby Lobby and then to target. I didn't find anything I wanted at Hobby Lobby, so will use my gift card another time.  I got got some CeraVe skin cleanser at Target and also a couple of small Rubbermaid air tight containers to put some of the coffee from Kimmy in.  I walked around until Maddy let me know she was leaving her 6 wk. checkup appointment and heading to Chic Fil A.  I got there about 5 minutes before she did.  I opened the doors for her because she was carrying baby in the carseat.  We had a yummy lunch and a good visit.  The baby woke up and she fed the baby and I held him after that.  Then we got ready and left.  I was going to get the Hope Tote stuff but it was raining out so decided to wait for a nicer day.  

I unloaded the dishwasher when I got home.  Then we both took a nap.  It was a rainy dreary day so that's a perfect day for a nap.  Vikki and Kenzie FaceTimed me when I was just waking up.  Kenzie and Rehvyn were 30 minutes away from Vikki's.  They invited us to come over before Bible Study.  I warmed up 4 big chicken strips and some fries and we ate, then left to go to Vikki's.  Rehvyn was happy to see us and gave us hugs when we picked him up.  He kept telling us to watch when he did something or if we stood up he would pat the chair and say sit and then show us something.  He is the cutest kiddo.  He had fun playing with all of Grammy's toys.  Bill took him a mat with the alphabet and pictures on it that talks when you push letters or sings when you push pictures.  Rehvyn had fun with that too.  He also loved the tow truck I brought so he could use it on his matchbox cars.  He played with it alot.  He sure knows how to play good and keep himself entertained.  Such a good boy.  We sure enjoyed spending time with him.  It was nice seeeing Isaac too.  I should have taken a picture before he left for church, but I forgot.  I did get my hug though.  We got to visit with Rody some before he left too.  Kenzie had taken Peyton shopping with her, then dropped her off at their church for youth group.  

Bill and I left when it was time to go to our Bible Study on the Holy Spirit.  It was our last night until another Bible Study starts in April.  It sure was a great study and the next one will be too.  Pastor had cookies for all of us after Bible Study was over.  Yum!  

We came home and Melissa let me know that Jack had texted her and was at his host home.  They had to do one concert right after they arrived at their destination.  Jack and his friend were staying at a host home.  He told Melissa they were staying in the garage.  Melissa wondered if he was going to be warm enough.  Then Jack sent a video and the garage had been turned into a beautiful apartment.  He is going to be very comfortable.  I am proud of him using his amazing voice for the Lord and touching hearts.  Bill and I had been reading our Bibles.  I stopped to do the Parable Devotion with Melissa and then after we hung up, I finished reading my Bible and did my prayer books.  

It was a fun day and so good to see Rehvyn.

 

Tues. 3/10/26, cute bags came, amazing coffee set came from Kimmy and Jared, went to Flint CMA Chapter meeting, Got pictures from Hailey on her trip

Cute bags I got online with matching tissue paper for gift bags for our State Coordinator couples and National Evangelists when they come to Michiigan

Amazing coffee set that Kimmy ordered through her church that helps train young men for jobs in their country and teaches them about God.  It came with a plastic K Cup, paper filters to go in it and a scoop that measures the right amount for it and then has an open side so you can easily pour it in the K-cup

Hailey sent me these pictures of her trip.  She sure has lots of great friends and always has fun!  I sure am missing her.

We got up at 10 to 9.  Bill started taking the trash out while I emptied stuff out of the refrigerator to add to the trash.  Kit Kat noticed me in the window, so I put food in her dish outside.  I ate oatmeal with honey and strawberries added and Bill ate cereal.  We both drank a protein drink.  I had worship music playing so couldn't help but worship while that was on.  

We read our Bibles and did our other books.  Melissa called me and we talked for a while and she told me about Jack's choir concert on Sunday at 3.  Can't wait for that.  Then she reminded me we haven't done our parable devotion book in a while.  I thought she was too busy right now with Bruce starting a new job and not working from home a few days a week like he was before.  She said Hailey moved her book and she forgot about it.  We started back up again today.  It's short so we decided we would do it every day.  

Kimmy called and said she got her coffee set she ordered from her church to help missions.  She said mine was coming today!  A she was working on pottery and then had a castrophe and had to go.  The canvas bag she hung up fell and the wet stuff splashed all over.  I had her hang up so she could clean it up quickly.  I prayed of course.

I made a cup of coffee with the Narrow Gate coffee (Craft and King)  Oh my, it was so delicious!  My favorite coffee ever!  I used the plastic K-Cup, paper filter and measuring spoon.  How easy!  Thank you so much Kimmy and Jared!  I texted Kimmy to let her know how delicious it was.  

Brittany's baby is still in ICU with a fever and difficulty breathing.  Have been praying lots for her and have the girls praying.  This is the second time she has had RSV.

I talked to Sue for a while today, then her niece called me and I talked to her.  She went with Sue to her appointment so she wanted to make sure I knew when Sue needs to take the pill to bring her blood pressure up.  It is 110 or below.  Sue couldn't remember if the doctor gave her a number, so I told her to check with her niece.  I'm glad she remembered.  She's having Sue write it down right by the blood pressure machine so she remembers.

In the evening, we went to the Flint Good News Rider's CMA chapter meeting.  I talked to Melissa all the way there.  She had some great testamonies of what God has done too.  Healing for Max and great grades in college.  I love hearing great reports.  There were 12 of us at the meeting.  It is a chapter that once had 40 members and got down to about 6 members.  It is starting to grow again PTL.

We got home at around 9.  I talked to Marie all the way from Flint to our house.  She had some great testimonies of what God has done.  Bill and I had jello with fruit in it as a snack.  We relaxed and I worked on my blog.  God is awesome!  I love Him and I love my family.  So much to be thankful for.