Rain on the horizon
  The morose clouds predict rain storms today. That doesn't bother me, though. I love rain! It's cozy, inviting and warm. I love snuggling up on a rainy day!
  I am stuck this morning. I think this is the first time that I don't know what to blog about. Hmmm....
  My day got off to a great start. I woke up just before 6. Robert usually goes to work at 6, but this morning he didn't. We sat on the couch, drank coffee together, and snuggled and smooched until almost 7. I asked him to start waking me up every morning so that we can have that quiet time together every morning. The day goes by so much better when you start it off right!

All about the writing
  Today I'm focusing on myself and writing. So today will be "Just For Fun" day here. These are some favorite blogs I've visited recently. (They will all open in new windows.) ENJOY!

Photography by AGK
SunnyK Kind of Day
Cathy Jo's Blog
Hanging Up
Encouragement for Moms
Marching in Battle
Passion of The Christ: Review, Summary, and Stuff (These are "her" opinions, not mine. I just thought it was interesting.)
What Makes a Good Mom?

Chug-a-Chug
  I'm moving right along. After receiving my wonderful news yesterday, I am stoked. The Lord knew what I needed, and exactly when I needed it. He's such a good Daddy!!
  This morning I am thinking about how quickly things change. One minute you think you're sailing smoothly, and the next you are faced with high winds and choppy seas. You never know what could happen from one minute to the next. That is why it's so important to be grounded in Christ.
  One of the hugest hurdles for me when I'm in the midst of a trial is to remember that all things work together for my good. Even in bad situations, I know that everything happens for a reason. It's up to me to keep the right attitude and to learn from it.
  Sometimes it might feel like what we do is in vain. It may seem that we're not reaching the people we hoped to, or we're spinning our wheels of effort only to get nowhere fast. Nothing is in vain. Make the most of each moment in every day.

  "With all this going for us, my dear, dear friends, stand your ground. And don't hold back. Throw yourselves into the work of the Master, confident that nothing you do for him is a waste of time or effort." 1 Corinthians 15:58 (The Message)

Finally!!!
  I am now officially a published author!! I am bouncing off the walls here. My friend, Caryn, called me this morning and delivered the good news. She went to her mailbox, pulled out a copy of The Voice, and there I am---on the COVER!! :) Yay me!!

  Did you miss me? :) I spent most of the day today updating my website. I still have a couple more minor changes to make, but for the most part, it's all fresh!
  Since I couldn't post earlier, I thought I'd just say, "Hi!" and leave you with a funny. I didn't do much housework today, either. :)