As you know I will be going to India in December to minister to the people in the area known as Andhra Pradesh. They recently have had the worst floods in over 100 years. Please view the attached web page for Harvest India to see how they are responding to the needs of the people there, and if you find it in your hearts to send a donation so that they continue to supply emergency food, water and clothing.
http://www.harvestindia.org/2009/10/28/harvest-india-feeds-clothes-flood-victims/
Monday, November 2, 2009
Thursday, October 29, 2009
India Blog
Here is the link to the India blog. You can check it from Dec. 26th - January 9th and see all the things we are up to in India.. Hope you check often!
http://rockharborindiateam.blogspot.com/
http://rockharborindiateam.blogspot.com/
Monday, October 19, 2009
A Mom forever
For some reason I thought that when your kids were old enough to move out of the house you would stop worrying about them...boy was I wrong on that one! Once a mom always a worrier I guess! Sleepless nights, tight neck muscles never seem to end! Oh eee vey!
Tuesday, September 15, 2009
OK Fine!
I'll post something new for you! It has been a very long time, I know. A few things running through my mind...I just turned 60! Yikes! But, I look forward to the new decade..I feel great and am anticipating lots of fun things happening. I'm going to India on as missions trip in December for one. I also think I may have a grandbaby in this decade (no news, just anticipating) and maybe another wedding? Who knows, but life is good and I'm excited!
On a sad note, Skeeter's dog got hit by a car and died last week. We are all very sad about it and only time will heal his broken heart!
I just got back from a wonderful trip to Maine with my buddies. We have been friends for a very long time and we had a wonderful time of celebrating my birthday and making lots of new memories.
Tuesday, April 14, 2009
Easter
Just a few photos of Easter this year. It was such a great day ... so casual yet so nice to just hang with family after a wonderful Celebration of Easter morning. Jeff and Nikki came to decorate Eggs with us on Friday so we got to enjoy them for a bit, but Skeeter had to work all weekend and so I was without my kiddos. Other than that it was the perfect day!
Monday, April 13, 2009
Please consider this!
"'What shall I do, then, with the one you call the king of the Jews?' Pilate asked them" (Mark 15:12 NIV).
Two thousand years ago, in the Middle East, an event occurred that permanently changed the world. Because of that event, history was split. Every time you write a date, you're using the resurrection of Jesus Christ as the focal point.
What does this mean to us today? In one sense, Jesus Christ is still on trial. He's on trial in the heart and mind of every person who has not yet acknowledged Him as the Son of God, the Savior of the world.
Was Jesus a liar, a lunatic, or Lord?
Jesus claimed to be the Savior of the world. In John 12:47, He is recorded as saying: "I didn't come to judge the world. I came to save it." Some people say, "I believe Jesus was a good teacher." But, He couldn't be just a good teacher because a good teacher would not say, "I'm God, and I'm the only way to heaven." A good person would not say that unless it was the truth.
What's your verdict?
- Is Jesus who He says He is? Is He God? Or is He a lunatic or a liar?
- If He is who He says He is, when will you start following what He says to do with your life?
Today, you sit in judgment of Jesus Christ. Just as Pilate asked, "What shall I do then with Jesus who is called the Christ?" you also must decide whether He was who He said He was or not.
Two thousand years ago, in the Middle East, an event occurred that permanently changed the world. Because of that event, history was split. Every time you write a date, you're using the resurrection of Jesus Christ as the focal point.
What does this mean to us today? In one sense, Jesus Christ is still on trial. He's on trial in the heart and mind of every person who has not yet acknowledged Him as the Son of God, the Savior of the world.
Was Jesus a liar, a lunatic, or Lord?
Jesus claimed to be the Savior of the world. In John 12:47, He is recorded as saying: "I didn't come to judge the world. I came to save it." Some people say, "I believe Jesus was a good teacher." But, He couldn't be just a good teacher because a good teacher would not say, "I'm God, and I'm the only way to heaven." A good person would not say that unless it was the truth.
What's your verdict?
- Is Jesus who He says He is? Is He God? Or is He a lunatic or a liar?
- If He is who He says He is, when will you start following what He says to do with your life?
Today, you sit in judgment of Jesus Christ. Just as Pilate asked, "What shall I do then with Jesus who is called the Christ?" you also must decide whether He was who He said He was or not.
Monday, April 6, 2009
Easter is Sunday...Have you thought about what it means?
God's plan is what I call "The Great Exchange."
The Bible says, "God took the sinless Christ and poured into Him our sins. Then, in exchange, He poured God's goodness into us!" (2 Corinthians 5:21 LB).
I don't know how to make it any clearer than to say it like this: You're never going to be good enough to get into heaven because it's perfect and you stopped being perfect a long time ago. It is Christ's goodness in you that makes you acceptable. You're not perfect, but He is. So God says, "We'll do a little switcheroo here. Jesus will take your sins and you get My goodness in your life." That's quite a deal!
A lot of people feel trapped by their past. They say, "If you knew what I've done, you'd know I'd never be acceptable to God." I don't know what you've done, but God does and He still accepts you: "God says He will accept us and acquit us,declare us 'not guilty'if we trust Jesus Christ to take away our sins. And we all can be saved in this same way, by coming to Christ, no matter who we are or what we have been like" (Romans 3:22 LB).
No matter who we are or what we've been like! We can all be saved. He makes us acceptable to God.
The Bible says, "God took the sinless Christ and poured into Him our sins. Then, in exchange, He poured God's goodness into us!" (2 Corinthians 5:21 LB).
I don't know how to make it any clearer than to say it like this: You're never going to be good enough to get into heaven because it's perfect and you stopped being perfect a long time ago. It is Christ's goodness in you that makes you acceptable. You're not perfect, but He is. So God says, "We'll do a little switcheroo here. Jesus will take your sins and you get My goodness in your life." That's quite a deal!
A lot of people feel trapped by their past. They say, "If you knew what I've done, you'd know I'd never be acceptable to God." I don't know what you've done, but God does and He still accepts you: "God says He will accept us and acquit us,declare us 'not guilty'if we trust Jesus Christ to take away our sins. And we all can be saved in this same way, by coming to Christ, no matter who we are or what we have been like" (Romans 3:22 LB).
No matter who we are or what we've been like! We can all be saved. He makes us acceptable to God.
Monday, March 30, 2009
Frozen Shoulder
Many of you know that I have been dealing with a very frustrating left shoulder pain which I believe is a syndrome called Frozen Shoulder. It has been a thorn in me for about 9 months now and I am happy to say that it is about 99% better after seeking treatment from numerous professionals. My biggest nightmare is coming true ... my right shoulder is developing the same symptoms! It sucks! I ran across a blog that defines it quite well so I'm posting here just in case you're interested!
Description
Frozen shoulder (adhesive capsulitis) is a disorder characterized by pain and loss of motion or stiffness in the shoulder. It affects about two percent of the general population. It is more common in women between the ages of 40 years to 70 years old. The causes of frozen shoulder are not fully understood. The process involves thickening and contracture of the capsule surrounding the shoulder joint. A doctor can diagnose frozen shoulder based on the history of the patient's symptoms and physical examination. X-rays or MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) studies are sometimes used to rule out other causes of shoulder stiffness and pain, such as rotator cuff tear. Risk Factors/Prevention
Frozen shoulder occurs much more commonly in individuals with diabetes, affecting 10 percent to 20 percent of these individuals. Other medical problems associated with increased risk of frozen shoulder include: hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism, Parkinsons disease, and cardiac disease or surgery. Frozen shoulder can develop after a shoulder is injured or immobilized for a period of time. That's me..Of course I have hypothyroidism so maybe that's what has caused this misery. Attempts to prevent frozen shoulder include early motion of the shoulder after it has been injured. Pain due to frozen shoulder is usually dull or aching. It can be worsened with attempted motion.
The hallmark of the disorder is restricted motion or stiffness in the shoulder. The affected individual cannot move the shoulder normally. Motion is also limited when someone else attempts to move the shoulder for the patient. Some physicians have described the normal course of a frozen shoulder as having three stages:
* Stage one: In the freezing stage, which may last from six weeks to nine months, the patient develops a slow onset of pain. As the pain worsens, the shoulder loses motion.
* Stage two: The frozen stage is marked by a slow improvement in pain, but the stiffness remains. This stage generally lasts four months to nine months.
* Stage three: The final stage is the thawing, during which shoulder motion slowly returns toward normal. This generally lasts five months to 26 months.
So here is my frustration with people who JUST DON?T GET IT: the recovery from this is very long.
Description
Frozen shoulder (adhesive capsulitis) is a disorder characterized by pain and loss of motion or stiffness in the shoulder. It affects about two percent of the general population. It is more common in women between the ages of 40 years to 70 years old. The causes of frozen shoulder are not fully understood. The process involves thickening and contracture of the capsule surrounding the shoulder joint. A doctor can diagnose frozen shoulder based on the history of the patient's symptoms and physical examination. X-rays or MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) studies are sometimes used to rule out other causes of shoulder stiffness and pain, such as rotator cuff tear. Risk Factors/Prevention
Frozen shoulder occurs much more commonly in individuals with diabetes, affecting 10 percent to 20 percent of these individuals. Other medical problems associated with increased risk of frozen shoulder include: hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism, Parkinsons disease, and cardiac disease or surgery. Frozen shoulder can develop after a shoulder is injured or immobilized for a period of time. That's me..Of course I have hypothyroidism so maybe that's what has caused this misery. Attempts to prevent frozen shoulder include early motion of the shoulder after it has been injured. Pain due to frozen shoulder is usually dull or aching. It can be worsened with attempted motion.
The hallmark of the disorder is restricted motion or stiffness in the shoulder. The affected individual cannot move the shoulder normally. Motion is also limited when someone else attempts to move the shoulder for the patient. Some physicians have described the normal course of a frozen shoulder as having three stages:
* Stage one: In the freezing stage, which may last from six weeks to nine months, the patient develops a slow onset of pain. As the pain worsens, the shoulder loses motion.
* Stage two: The frozen stage is marked by a slow improvement in pain, but the stiffness remains. This stage generally lasts four months to nine months.
* Stage three: The final stage is the thawing, during which shoulder motion slowly returns toward normal. This generally lasts five months to 26 months.
So here is my frustration with people who JUST DON?T GET IT: the recovery from this is very long.
Sunday, February 22, 2009
Costa Rica
We just got back from yet another wonderful trip to Costa Rica! It is so beautiful there and so unspoiled by tourists and development although it is starting to change. We stayed at a beautiful but small lodge called Torgtuga del Mar...only 8 rooms and most of the time there was just 3 rooms occupied. It is owned and operated by a great young couple from Germany who fell in love with CR and made their dream come true. It really is a labor of love for them. And yes ... we will be back. Between this new little slice of paradise and Karahe we don't need to stay anywhere else!
Saturday, January 31, 2009
Challenging Times for our Family
The past few months have been a bit trying for the Leeper family as my nephew, Kelly has been diagnosed with Hodgkins Lymphoma. Kelly is 24 years old and was married to a wonderful young lady (Laura) last July. Shortly after they were married, Kelly was diagnosed. Kelly is no ordinary man. He was born with a severe heart defect at birth that was corrected surgically and he is indeed a miracle. He was given a 3% chance of surviving, but I believe that it is because Kelly has such a strong and positive outlook on life, and mostly because he loves and follows Jesus with all of his heart that he leads a perfectly normal life. In fact if you met Kelly you would never know that there was anything wrong with him. As the years have gone by, we as a family tend to take Kelly for granted...shame on us! Well, we are brought to our knees as we process this cancer diagnosis for him. Kelly has more strength than any of us, and because of him, we all have a positive outlook and are believing God for a full recovery. This is a very treatable type of cancer. Kelly started Chemo this week, and we are all concerned about his heart. The cardiologist has said "what is everyone so worried about? Kelly's heart is strong! He'll be fine!!!" Kelly's prayer and all of our prayers are for full recovery, and also that he won't suffer from any of the side effects that the Dr. says he will have. So, please join us in praying for him and his wife Laura!
Monday, January 19, 2009
A Few cute Photos
Just wanted to show you a couple of cute family photos from recently, then I will post a few from Santa Barbara last October. My DIL and Niece couldn't believe I didn't post them...so here you are!
Monday, January 12, 2009
Famous son and daughter in law
The wedding photographer made it in the magazine "The Knot" and look who is featured! What a beautiful couple! Check out the link called The Knot Magazine to the right
Sunday, January 11, 2009
It's about time!
I can't believe how long it has been since I have posted anything on this blog! I decided that it is 2009 and time for changes! That seems to be the operative word ... change. I have no idea what the new year will bring, but I do know one thing for sure. I am moving forward! I am going to make some changes in me! Maybe because I will be turning another big number in 2009? or maybe I just feel God nudging me to move on with my life. So for starters, I am attending a seminar at the end of the month. You may want to take a look at it... Soul Renovation! http://www.soulrenovation.com/the-experience/. I really have no idea what to expect, but I do know that I will come away with something! and that something should be a positive change in me.
I also have discovered holistic medicine which is also a change from everything I know. It started with major pain in my arm and shoulder 6 months ago. Since I didn't want to have surgery as an option I decided to try out some alternative treatments. The whole thing has led me to healthier eating, soul searching and just in general taking better care of myself. I'd love to say that my arm is totally healed, but it is 90% better and I anticipate complete healing! Stay tuned for more updates. ... I promise to be better at keeping this blog going.
I also have discovered holistic medicine which is also a change from everything I know. It started with major pain in my arm and shoulder 6 months ago. Since I didn't want to have surgery as an option I decided to try out some alternative treatments. The whole thing has led me to healthier eating, soul searching and just in general taking better care of myself. I'd love to say that my arm is totally healed, but it is 90% better and I anticipate complete healing! Stay tuned for more updates. ... I promise to be better at keeping this blog going.
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