Debts Forgiven!

Did you know....

that in God's heavenly bank, there is a receipt with your name on it that says,

"Your debt has been paid in full?"

The signatory is Jesus Christ.

If this is interesting to you,

you will find what you are to do to accept your receipt

in the New Testament in Acts 2:37-38.

“A torn jacket is soon mended; but harsh words bruise the heart of a child.”–Longfellow

  Kimba & I were in the grocery store for our Weekly Trip.  I have been teaching him the value of double coupons, which was a stretch for him on this day, and a challenge for my patience muscles, as well!  One of my resolutions this past New Year’s was to use a calm, quiet voice no matter what was occurring (externally with him, &/or internally with me).  We were searching for a particular type of meat that I rarely buy, but wanted to buy today because it would cost me nearly nothing with the double coupon and the manufacturer’s coupon on top of that. 

      Suddenly, a whirlwind of a little boy swooshed by our cart.  Then we heard it… that shrill, loud sound of an angry woman, feet pounding toward us as she shouted  horrible words at the child.  I literally wanted to put my hands over Kimba's ears.  He was standing there with his mouth wide open, eyes staring at the woman as she quickly and angrily grasped the child’s arm and pulled him roughly toward the front of the store.  My boy's unbelieving eyes followed them all the way down the grocery aisle, and then he turned toward me with the most bewildered look on his little face.

 That’s when he said them... the words that broke my heart.

“That’s not his Mommy.  We should try to find her for him, he needs her.” 

 I had to turn my head, my eyes were misting.  I wished his words were true, but I was  pretty certain that she was his Mother.  I vowed to myself then and there to pray longer and more seriously about asking the LORD to help me with my own tongue, not only with the words I use, but with my tone of voice, and my facial expressions.  I made a mental note to search for and memorize a few more scriptures to mentally recite when I am at the end of my rope with exhaustion, frustration, and spent energy in mothering. 

 “Let no unwholesome word proceed out of your mouth, but only such a word as is good for edification according to the need of the moment, that it may give grace to those who hear.”  (Ephesians 4:29).

 “And there must be no filthiness and silly talk, or coarse jesting, which are not fitting, but rather the giving of thanks.” (Ephesians 5:4)

My Prayer:

My LORD and GOD,

May every word I speak glorify YOU, and edify others.  Help me to say only things that are true, wholesome, kind, necessary, and honorable. And may someone reach the mother and little boy in the store for Christ.

In Jesus’ Name,

Amen

Snips and Snails & Puppy Dog Tails...

That's what Little boys are Made of!

So glad I didn't find this in his pockt on wash day!

Time to Trim the Tresses!

Kimba's Book Report: All Things Cat, of Course!

 

 

Thursday

Dear Diary,

Today I finally got a home!  It was Nana Kate's home!  I purred like crazy.  I saw that there was this cupcake that Mia gave to Nonna Kate.  It looked like me, long hair, and very Royal.   Nonna Kate said that it would feel like her Birthday.  When she said that, I purred even louder.  That was Awesome.  And I love this new home of mine. 

Love,

Duchess

 



This is Mom-ER, Biffidoodles, and Theodoodles

Monday

Dear Diary,

Today I was given away by my owner, Abbey because she could not take care of me, since she was moving.  Abbey gave me to Mia Battelli, who loves to foster cats.  I was only going to be there pet until I found the right home.  I felt sad without my home and my Abbey.  But Mia just couldn't get the hang of doing my Royal things properly, like when she got my hairbrush stuck in a knot under my Tummy.  I still like Mia, anyways, because she doesn't talk and yell loud. 

Love,

Duchess

Here is Biff and Kimba resting in the chair

 

 

 

 

Tuesday

Dear Diary,

This morning I saw some very fresh bacon.  I wanted it, but all I got was cat food.  I didn't want cat food.  The bacon smelled so good.  So I jumped up on the table, but Mia's Mom said, "Scat, your own food is over there!"  She pointed to the cat food.  They were not sharing the yummy bacon, so I walked away.  I didn't really think it was my style to eat cat food.  I wanted something rich tasting, not animal food.  I wanted to taste real meat, and not just something dry made by humans.  I felt mad at Mia's Mom, and was jealous of Mia's family.  I hope tomorrow they will feed me better.

Love,

Duchess

 

 

 

Here is Theodore resting happily

 

 

 

 

Wednesday

Dear Diary,

Today it was Mia's Birthday Party.  She said that I had to go to Nana Kate's room in the apartment.   I loved it there, I got good grooming, good scratching, and Nana Kate knew everything about doing things that I liked.  I just stayed on that sofa on her lap until Mia got back.  It was so comfortable, like a human back rub.  It was as if I was in Heaven.  It was good that she knew without even thinking, she just took a lucky guess, and what she did was making me feel great!  Once in a while I just heard one really loud, excited scream from the back of the apartment.  I had my ears up, but then I relaxed again.  Today was exhilarating!

Love,

Duchess

 

 

 

 

There is Mad Biff after he went to see Santa Claus

 

 

 

 

Thursday

Dear Diary,

Today I finally got a home!  It was Nana Kate's home!  I purred like crazy.  I saw that there was this cupcake that Mia gave to Nonna Kate.  It looked like me, long hair, and very Royal.   Nonna Kate said that it would feel like her Birthday.  When she said that, I purred even louder.  That was Awesome.  And I love this new home of mine. 

Love,

Duchess

These are Cat Cookies for a Party

 

 

 

 

 

Friday

Dear Diary,

 

My cats are very nice, and I love to care from them.  We will have very many adventures together.  And I would like to say that they have been a very good help to me. 

 

Love,

Duchess.

Thankful Thursday: "Theology of a 9 Year Old Boy"

 

 

 

Sitting at a Red light today after school, when suddenly "B" explains the fall of man---    "You know, Mommy, This is half of the lie: 'Your eyes will be opened... and you will be like God...'    Mommy...  Your eyes will  be opened...   but not like God."   Wow.  The car behind me gave a gentle beep as I sat staring at him in the rear view mirror, losing all sense of time and space for a split second, wondering what other deep theological truths are locked up in that little head of his, waiting for just the right moment to pop out!  Thanks be to GOD! 

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God Gave Us You

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