I have some great news to announce today!  We have a title to my book.  It is going to be called...... SPF 150 "It's a Sunny Day".   It will tell my story but also so much more.  It will be about hope, inspiration, human kindness, miracles, and my strong faith in God. The importance of sunscreen and about the latest treatments on one of the fastest growing cancers--melanoma.  The writer, Marga Cooley and I are getting ready to launch a fan page on Facebook.  So if you see that title coming on FB please click that you will be a fan. Get everyone on your list of friends to be a fan.  These days you have to really get the book promoted before it is finished being written to get a publisher to publish it.  The publisher needs to see that there is an interest.   Facebook is one way.  Thank goodness Marga knows what to do.  She is great!  The FB page will be updated regularly with the latest on what is going on with the book and more.  Of course I will keep everyone here updated as well.  THANK YOU for your help!

Please keep the SPF 150 "It's a Sunny Day" book in your prayers that God will have his hand in it all the way. 

Here are a couple of more pics of Jeff and Angela.  These are from Venice, Italy.

I would like to wish my sweet friend Christie Ellis a very "Happy Birthday" today!  Have a super fun day today and let your boys spoil you!

2 Corinthians 1 verses 3 & 4:  What a wonderful God we have--he is the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the source of every mercy, and the one who so wonderfully comforts and strengthens us in our hardships and trials.  And why does he do this?  So that when others are troubled, needing our sympathy and encouragement, we can pass on to them this same help and comfort God has given us.

Prayer requests:  I have received a couple of requests in the last few months for some people who are suffering with depression.  I want to thank you for continuing to pray for them.  It is a daily fight and they want prayer that God will help them overcome their problems.  That their burdens will become lighter. That they will feel joy and find a purpose in their lives again.  Remember if you have any prayer requests and want our awesome prayer warriors to pray for you to let me know leslie@mgilbert.net  They will remain confidential unless you want your or their names posted.

Have a terrific day everyone!  Today is another gift from God and He is so Good!  Make each minute count.

I wanted to share this with you all.  I read it yesterday.......  We need to be strengthened and renewed on a daily basis.  We need to be strengthened physically, mentally and emotionally.  We need to be strong so we do not fall apart every time we have to face some situation we had not planned on.  Jesus is the same yesterday, today and forever.  We can be strengthened and renewed by drawing strength from God, by exercising our faith and by doing what He tells us to do.  Let God strengthen you.

My post is short this morning.  I will be back tomorrow with my regular blogging and some more pics of Jeff and Angela's trip.  Next stop.....Italy.

**Update on the Snow Family (car accident):  Keep the prayers going....12 year old Electra is still alive and opened her eyes yesterday.  Praise God!  They were able to donate 8 organs from Calista.....it helps to know that a part of her lives on.  So bittersweet because you know how grateful the families are whose children received them.  The family thanks all of you prayer warriors for your continued prayers. 

1 Thessalonians 5 verses 16 & 17:  Always be joyful.  Always keep on praying.

I thank God for all of you!  Let's thank God for hearing and answering all our prayers today.

Have a marvelous Monday everyone!  Today is another gift from God and He is so Good!

So what is for dinner tonight?

Guess who Nani had last night?  Yep....my T-man came over and Nani and Poppi got to spoil him for a couple of hours while Tyler's mommy and daddy went out to dinner.  One of the many favorite things that I like to do with him is read books.  He loves them!  He will sit in your lap for an hour letting you read to him. 

Here is a picture of Jeff and Angela in Switzerland in front of a 12th century castle.

And gondola jousting on Lake Thun, look how beautiful blue the water is!
  

The more pictures we see and the more stories we hear......our whole family hopes to go to Europe one day.  Jeff and Angela said the Alps were one of the most beautiful majestic sights they have ever seen.

Prayer requests: Cancer....... Lori, Teresa, Lorri C., Lorenzo (11 years old), Susan, Anna, Martha, Cova, Cyndi, Claudia's dad, Betsy, Betsy R., Chris H., Kate, Allen, Kenny, Maria, Samuel (4 years old), Father Ruben, John W., Ken, Kristin, Patrick, Mike J., Carolyn, Becky, Jim, Wayne, Ron and Jeff B.  Pray that God will heal them fully, to have strength to fight and the encouragement from friends and family.  Also keep their families in your prayers for strength too.

Romans 15 verse 13:  So I pray for you Gentiles that God who gives you hope will keep you happy and full of peace as you believe in him.  I pray that God will help you overflow with hope in him through the the Holy Spirit's power within you.

Have a super weekend and day everyone!! May God bless you with a relaxing and peaceful day!   Today is another gift from God and He is so Good!!  See you on Monday!

Do you own any fine china?  If you do, how often do you get it out and use it?  Mike and I received a beautiful set of china when we got married and we just don't use it very much.  I am thinking.....why only use it for a special occasion?  I am going to get it out and start using it a lot.  Everyday of life is a special occasion to me!  :)

Congratulations to Travis and Jessica Coyne on the birth of their son Braden Travis Coyne!  He came into the world yesterday on Jeff's birthday.  We are so happy for your whole family!

Here are Jeff and Angela in front of the German Parliment building

What's left of the Berlin Wall

 In case anyone is interested, this is an account set up for the family in the car accident.

Prayer requests:  Prayers for little Ethan Cosio who is sick.  That he will feel better very soon.  For a friend who had knee surgery recently.  That the surgery was a success and that she will heal quickly and be back on her feet again soon.  Also for Angel Linda's niece who is still in the hospital in a lot of pain and running a fever from infection.  That she can get the right help that she needs.  And for continued gaining of strength and healing for Carl Hinshaw who suffered from a stroke.  Also for Del Asbury's health.

2 Thessalonians 3 verse 16:  May the Lord of peace himself give you his peace no matter what happens.  The Lord be with you all.

Have a fantabulous day everyone!  Today is another gift from God and He is so Good!  Remember to thank God everyday for answers to prayer and for all the blessings we get.

Question:  Do you like a firm mattress or a soft one?  Thankfully Mike and I both like a very firm mattress.

Here are a couple of pics when Jeff and Angela were in Amsterdam, Holland.
See the windmill.
Update on the family involved in the car accident.  The family was able to donate the organs of their 10 year old daughter Calista, that was declared brain dead. It eases my heart just a little bit to know that some other children will be saved because of her.   The 12 year old daughter Electra, has a fighting chance to live if she can hang on until Friday.   I don't know all the details on what is wrong with her but lets keep her in our prayers for a miracle that she will pull through. Pray for her mom, siblings and family for strength.  I cannot fathom what they are all going through.  Thank you prayer warriors.

Prayer requests:  For some couples that are just having a rough time of it emotionally and financially.  The stress is causing problems for their marriages.  They are asking for prayer for God to ease the burden’s that life is throwing at them right now.
Philippians 4 verse 8:  Fix your thoughts on what is true and good and right.  Think about things that are pure and lovely, and dwell on the fine, good things in others.  Think about all you can praise God for and be glad about it.
Have a terrific day today everyone!!  Today is another gift from God and He is so Good!!!
When is the last time you ran a mile??  It has been quite a while for me.  :)  I'd rather walk at a fast pace.

So Tyler went for his first haircut yesterday.  I will let the pictures help tell the story.  Here is Tyler's "before" picture.  By the way....he had just woke up from a nap and was trying to figure out where he was and what was happening.

Jill Deen cutting his hair.  So far so good.

 
At this point he was tired of getting his hair cut and after offering him many things to play with, Jill had to pull out her biggest distraction.....a candy pacifier sucker.  He loved it!  So not only did he get his first haircut yesterday but his first candy too.  (He never has used a pacifier....he never liked them).

Tyler's "after" picture.  What a handsome boy!  Thank you Jill!  You were great!  Jill also gave Jenna a certificate for Tyler's first haircut with a lock of his hair.  So sweet! 

I will return to showing you more pics from Jeff's trip to Europe tomorrow.

Update from yesterday's prayer request.....one of the little girls that is in very critical condition has been declared brain dead and they will probably be taking her off of life support today.  The other sister is still very critical and only time will tell.  The family is so overcome with grief.  Please continue to keep them in your prayers. 

Prayer requests:  Angel Linda's niece to be healed and feel better soon.  Jobs!  There are still some people who are asking for prayer to find a job.  Please keep praying that they find one very soon. For someone who has some new health issues.  That the Dr. figures out what it is and that she receives the right treatment.   And a special request for someone who just wants prayers that life will get better.   Everyone is so thankful for the prayer warriors here!

Numbers 6 verses 25, 25 & 26:  May the Lord bless and protect you; may the Lord's face radiate with joy because of you; may he be gracious to you, show you his favor, and give you his peace.

Okay the question from yesterday had some funny answers.  Jenna.....I knew you would know the correct answer and I wasn't too far off.  I boil mine for 12 minutes.   Denise R....hilarious!, Kori W.....never heard of boiling eggs that way before,  but hey...it saves time and another pan.  My next question is......how often do you use your crockpot?

Here are a few  more pics of Jeff and Angela in Paris.  This one is by the Seine River.

 This one is by the Louvre.

 Jeff in front of the Pantheon.

I am still hearing more stories from their trip and hope that someday the whole family can go.  Tomorrow a couple of pics from Amsterdam, Holland. 

I have a new appointment with my oncologist on September 16th in the afternoon.  PET scan is September 11th.  Thanks for keeping me in your prayers for a clean scan and a good report.  I am so thankful for your support. 

Prayer requests:  For a friend's cousin who was killed in a car crash yesterday.  He had his 4 children with him.  2 are okay and 2 are in critical condition and not expected to live.  HIs wife and his other 2 children that are okay really need our prayers right now.  So if you could stop for a few seconds and throw up a quick prayer right now that would be great.  Thanks everyone.

Philippians 4 verse 8:  Fix your thoughts on what is true and good and right.  Think about things that are pure and lovely, and dwell on the fine, good things in others.  Think about all you can praise God for and be glad about.

Have a terrific day everyone!  Today is another gift from God and He is so Good!

Silly question that everyone has a different answer to.....How long do you boil a hard egg??

So good to have Jeff and Angela back!  We got together with the family on Saturday afternoon and had lunch while they showed us a slide show of all the pictures they took while in Europe and we heard a lot of their adventureous stories.  It was a trip of a lifetime and I am very happy they got to go. The first country they landed in and visited was France.  Here are a couple of pictures from Paris.

Here they are at the Eiffel Tower.  It had been raining that day.

 Jeff in front of the Notre Dame cathedral

More pics coming this week. 

Prayer requests: For someone who is hospitalized with blood clots in his lungs and legs.  That the medication will start to work quickly to dissolve the blood clots and to have no complications in the process.  Also for God's healing for the families who have lost a loved one.  That God will continue to lift them up and bring comfort to them and to feel at peace. 

Isaiah 41 verse 10: Fear not, for I am with you. Do not be dismayed.  I am your God.  I will strengthen you; I will help you; I will uphold you with my victorious right hand.  verse 13:  I am holding you by your right hand--I, the Lord your God--and I say to you, Don't be afraid; I am here to help you.  (I can't begin to tell you all how many times I have prayed for God to hold my hand and get me through some very difficult and painful periods in the last few years.  I know He did.....I could feel it.  Thank you God!)

Have a super day and week everyone!  Today is another gift from God and He is so Good! 

Question.....Would you rather watch a sitcom, a reality show, a police drama, a legal drama, or a medical drama? Or something else?

Jeff and Angela are home!!!  We stayed up so late last night just talking about everything.  We are getting together for lunch at Ryan and Jenna's to see all the pictures they took (hundreds) and hear all about their trip.  Just listening to Jeff last night I know it was a trip of a lifetime and they are so glad they went but very happy to be back home too.

Guess who is 10 months old today??  Yep.....our Tyler Michael.  Here is my sweet grandson standing in his crib.

I also forgot to post his 9 month candle picture.  Here it is. Oh he wants that cupcake so bad.  He is trying to figure out how to get it quickly. Poor baby....he will have a big cake to get into in two more months. Have to get a bigger cupcake for his 10 month picture.

Prayer requests:  Several people are having some medical tests done and would like prayer that it all goes well and that they receive good news.  Let's thank God for all the latest medical technology out there now that has helped tons of people to get better.  Please also continue to pray that the scientists find out that the melanoma vaccine I took is the breakthrough they have been looking for towards curing this nasty type of cancer.

John 14 verse 27: "I am leaving you with a gift--peace of mind and heart!  And the peace I give isn't fragile like the peace the world gives.  So don't be troubled or afraid."

Have a super day and weekend everyone!!  See you on Monday!!  Today is another gift from God and He is so Good!

So what is everyone else's weather been like?  Cooling off where you live yet?  Or is it still summer heat?  We are getting a break from our heat now.  Still warm but not as bad as this past week. 

Coming on Monday....I will share some pics of Jeff and Angela's trip.

We had such a fun night last night for my niece Kayanna's and Ryan's sister Trisha's going away to college party. You know me, I always love it when the family gets together.  Here is a picture of the girls.......we are going to miss them a lot. 

 
 Edna, will keep in prayer your grandson Cass and his friend as they are headed to college too.  What a great adventure for all of them!

I would like to wish my friend Veronica Ojeda a very "Happy Birthday" today!!  Have a wonderful and fun day!  See you at work soon.  :)

Here is another thing I read yesterday and want to share with you.  The author said....."I used to wake up in the morning wishing it was night, and at night I wished it was morning;  I was not enjoying my life.  Now I look forward to each day.  God arranged life in twenty-four hour periods; we sleep for a while, and then wake up refreshed to start all over again.  God intended every morning to be a brand new start, a fresh opportunity.  We can go to bed feeling hopeless and worn out, thinking, I just don't believe that I can go on.  But somehow a good night's rest renews us, and we wake up with faith again, thinking, maybe today my breakthrough will come, and I will get an answer; I can make it one more day.  So thank God for mornings."

Prayer requests: Please pray for a family whose teenage child is addicted to drugs.  Pray that they find the best program to help their child and for strength and peace.  They want nothing more than for their child to get better.  They have been having to dish out some tough love lately which has been heart breaking.

Matthew 7 verse 7: Ask, and you will be given what you ask for.  Seek, and you will find.  Knock, and the door will be opened.  For everyone who asks, receives.  Anyone who seeks, finds.  If only you will knock, the door will open.  verse 12a:  Do for others what you want them to do for you.

Have a fantabulous day everyone!!  Today is another gift from God and He is so Good!!

Do you know how to drive a stick shift car?