Wednesday, May 29, 2013

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.


Wednesday, March 13, 2013

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! 

Thursday, February 14, 2013

Love this Book!

Just found the sweetest, most engaging book


God Gave Us You
A loving mama polar bear assures her cub of her love--as well as God's--in this delightful tale filled with playful, winsome illustrations. Perfect for bedtime, naptime, storytime or anytime, "God Gave Us You" provides a valuable opportunity to assure each child that he or she truly is a welcomed, precious, and treasured gift from the Lord.

Wednesday, February 13, 2013

Valentine's Eve: Creating Gifts

 
There has been a lot of tracing, cutting, stitching, glueing, glittering
and the like going on around here.

Nothing makes me happier than to hear a little voice
asking me what can we make for Daddy.    

There has been a lot of tracing, cutting, stitching, glueing, glittering and the like going on around here. Nothing makes me happier than to have a little voice asking me what can we make for Daddy.   

Kimba embroidered pillows and gave them to his cousins.

 For a couple of weeks the floor was sporting little emboidery threads of all colors.  The joy of having a creative son...
And there has been a plethora of activity in other crafting areas, too!   

These are the Valentine's Day Cards,  ready to go. 








Each year my Tasha Tudor book comes out... I was busy making my own sweet valentines, and Kimba  jumped on the bandwagon to get his own done, too.

Valentine's Day at school
Kimba's valentines are for all our friends in the local nursing home, whom we regularly visit. You would have thought we gave these darling people a chest of gold, they are so thrilled! 

We also buy them a pink carnation with a bit of baby's breath,  and give it with the handmade card!   Memories are made of this!

Kimba loves blessing all his friends with his handmades.

Wednesday, January 2, 2013

A Precious Girl

 

 

 

 

       

      Last week I had the wonderful priviledge of becoming friends with one of the LORD's dearest children on Earth.

      We read some of my favorite books together, did Skippy Jon Jones Puzzles, and

      Made many marvelous sculptures with the Play Doh Factory

      I Praise God for this" Fearfully and Wonderfully Made" Friend!
      May we have many more times together.
      I love you, "R" and "H"
       

      Jason Collett likes this.
       



      Natalie Anne Acri Even when you don't have time, you make the time. hat a beautiful sister you are , an example to all of us to do more.

      Monday, December 31, 2012

      Enlightened Eyes for 2013

      December 31st New Year’s Eve
      By Dawn
      Asleep... Finally!
      “I have fought the good fight, I have finished the course, I have kept the Faith.” (II Timothy 4:7)
      My heart overflows this last day of 2012.  God has truly enriched my life during this past year.  HE has brought me immeasurable JOY as I have attempted to live my life for Him.  The Gifts my LORD has given me this year include enlightenment, time, strength, grace, a husband who loves me, and a one-in-a- million son to enjoy, pour myself into, and believe in!  I am so glad that my God walks by my side, marking the road for me as I travel. 
      “I pray that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened, so that you may know what is the hope of HIS calling, what are the riches of the glory of HIS inheritance in the saints, and what is the surpassing greatness of HIS power toward us who believe.”  (Ephesians 1:18-19).
       

      Tuesday, December 25, 2012

      One More Word before Old St. Nick Arrives!


      ♥ We have seen Christ's goodness in our lives. 
       How sweet it is to encourage one another
       and pray for one another.

           His mercies are new every morning.   
        Great is His faithfulness!     
       He is good to those who hope in Him:0)      

       



        "He will have no fear of bad news; his heart is steadfast, trusting in the Lord."-- Psalm 112:7