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Well, I am finally almost completely moved into my new place.... what a chore. (For those of you who don't realize it, everyone who lives above the 49th parallel, lives in an igloo, right Pat?? . We have to wait to do things in between the snow blizzards.)The other night I sat down in the lazy boy chair to read the newspaper. Wouldn't you know it, my room mate came and sat close to me, but on the sofa. I continued to read the paper. Soon she began making noises sounding like, "Gary, I need some attention!" I continued reading. More of those same noises. More reading. Finally, determined not to be ignored, she got off the sofa, came over to me and moved the paper so she could sit on my lap. But that still didn't get her what she wanted, because I kept on reading. So she began playing with the paper and putting her face where I was attempting to read. Rawrrrrrrr!!!  "Okay, okay, you win!" I thought to myself! I began to pet "Flick", this persistent black cat. (I may not be the fastest horse on the track, but I always finish the race.) From somewhere deep inside my spirit, I heard the Lord gently tell me that He has often been like the cat, wanting my attention, stirring my heart, making things a little difficult for me to do. He does that in order for me to focus on Him. But I continue reading, ignoring that gentle call to His presence. Finally, He has to get in my face and almost yell at me. "Yes Lord, I hear you." So yesterday He and I got alone and just spent some quality time together. I feel so much better now, I think I will do that again today. Eph 2:10 We are his workmanship (poiema, or poem, or work of art) created in Christ Jesus. God is an artist and you are His masterpiece! |
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11/24/2008 2:26 am |
I_Am_1_Rib_Short replies on 11/22/2008 12:52 pm: How many ribs have you got ANYHOW??? 26 (13 pairs)  InHisLoveYSICsharloa
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11/24/2008 2:24 am |
I_Am_1_Rib_Short replies on 11/22/2008 12:52 pm: How many ribs have you got ANYHOW??? science lesson: Human beings have 24 ribs (12 pairs). The first seven sets of ribs, known as "true ribs", are directly attached to the sternum through the costal cartilage. The following three sets are known as "false ribs", these share a common cartilaginous connection to the sternum, while the last two (eleventh and twelfth ribs) are termed floating ribs (costae fluitantes) or vertebral ribs. The floating ribs are attached to the vertebrae only, and not to the sternum or cartilage coming off of the sternum. Some people are missing one of the two pairs of floating ribs, while others have a third pair. (I HAVE A THIRD PAIR OF FLOATING RIBS. AND ALL THIS TIME YOU THOUGHT I WAS KIDDING. Somewhere though it said this is a mutation. Guess that means I'm a mutant? Argh!) Rib removal is the surgical excision of ribs for therapeutic or cosmetic reasons. (Sounds like people get them removed.) NEVER HEARD OF A RIB REDUCTION SURGERY!!  here i am with all this ribbage and you're one rib short. i'm a pair of ribs long or is that tall? hmm...  InHisLoveYSICsharloa
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11/22/2008 2:09 am |
I_Am_1_Rib_Short replies on 11/21/2008 7:54 pm: YEP yeh, i knew that! lol the doc says that it's my lowest rib that's extra, but my guess is that's really a God question. blessings, shar InHisLoveYSICsharloa
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11/20/2008 1:48 pm |
I_Am_1_Rib_Short replies on 11/20/2008 12:03 pm: Okay, the critical question is: can you tell me EXACTLY which rib it is? are you ribbing me? InHisLoveYSICsharloa
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11/20/2008 1:57 am |
oh, btw, i have an extra rib!! not your ordinary set!InHisLoveYSICsharloa
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11/20/2008 1:54 am |
 phew! didn't know how that one was going end!lol! great post, gary! blessings, shar InHisLoveYSICsharloa
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 11/16/2008 2:38 am |
LOL, I don't know you Gary, so I assumed that you were shacking up with a woman. This was a good post thanks for sharing. I learned in Bible college in public speaking, to use a variety of things, to keep people's interest in what you are saying. Eg. painting word pictures, getting them emotionally involved etc. GBY, Gary Eph 2:10 We are his workmanship (poiema, or poem, or work of art) created in Christ Jesus. God is an artist and you are His masterpiece!
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11/15/2008 10:49 am |
LOL, I don't know you Gary, so I assumed that you were shacking up with a woman. This was a good post thanks for sharing. Faith is not believing that God can - It's knowing that He will!
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11/12/2008 7:05 am |
I was sure that I responded to this one because I remember reading it.... THX FOR THE VERY TIMELY MESSAGE...GBU Susan ...but for the grace of God go I
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11/11/2008 1:46 pm |
Well, the fear on the puppy's face is that my daughter was coming near and she knows Juli does not like animals....or maybe it was the red tailed hawk in the pine tree next door. No, actually it was Juli coming close!! Isn't it amazing how and what God uses to stir us up! Blessings Don't judge each day by the Harvest you reap, but by the seeds you plant.
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11/11/2008 7:04 am |
Hi Gary!! Wow, you are sooooo right! I know just how cold it is up at those levels. When wintertime comes, the word 'hibernation' takeson a whole new meaning!!! I love the analogy in your story though. I am so glad He keeps hold of us in this way. In fact, I find it quite awesome at times, that the God who made the universe actually cares about us and goes to such lengths to draw us to Him. Amazing love indeed.  Blessings Gary.
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11/11/2008 1:42 am |
Did you move to Alaska? Do they accept Volvo's in Alaska? Do they accept Volvo's anyplace???? As for spending time with God.......think reading this was my nudge from Him too...better go offline in a minute and be with Him!  Penelope Captive of Hope 
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11/10/2008 10:27 pm |
Gary, Glad to see you back on-line. Hey, open a can of tuna and that will occupy your room mate for a minute or two.  I pray everything went well in your move.Don't judge each day by the Harvest you reap, but by the seeds you plant.
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 11/10/2008 5:50 pm |
You really had me going there Gary because I thought it was going to be a dog!  GBY!  in your life means Jesus is in your heart. 
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11/10/2008 4:23 pm |
Hey, Gary.....at first I thought you were describing me trying to get your attention  Hehehe!!!God's blessings, buddy!!!
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11/10/2008 3:41 pm |
Oh! By the way, I will be moving to a new igloo in between December blizzards!! I will never leave you.....
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11/10/2008 3:39 pm |
God uses even the simplest of things to get our attention, doesn't he? What a wonderful room mate you have!!! Pat attention to her. Otherwise she'll get very creative in ways to get your attention!!! I'm so glad you're back online, Gary!! God bless you my friend!!  I will never leave you.....
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11/10/2008 2:44 pm |
Hi Gary!  There's no place better than in His presence! Think I'll go spend some time there too, God bless you my friend!  NOTHING that happens, happens for NOTHING What Does Jesus Want For Christmas? We've Set The Date And You're All Invited! We Need Some "Blogger's Etiquette" Around Here!!! Does God REALLY Promise Not To Allow More Than We Can Bear? New Members at BigChurch, WATCH OUT!!!
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my youngest daughter's name is Julie, but she loves everything small (kids, cats, dogs) even me!!
grab my paper,
or just sit there and make NOISES.
hmmmmmm
