Inspired!

I finished reading Heather and Ben's blog and she inspired me with all her activities. Of course, I am not shepherding 3 boys or anything the like, but I do fancy myself quite a dog sitter!

Alice's work has slowed down to the point they are making cutbacks wherever they can. That means "perks" and even insurance. So we will see how all that pans out. Were it not for having two mortgages and all that goes with it, the trimming down would be no big deal in the scheme of things. But that is not the case. If nothing else, this whole ordeal will continue to teach us to be more conscious of our spending habit and look for ways to economize. Having said all that, she is still very busy. Which is a good thing.

We are exploring new "improvements" to the Lubbock house to see if we can't get it off our backs. We had just finished having the master bedroom painted and the master bath. Now we are looking at floor covering in the kitchen, master bath, and perhaps guest bath. Although the $3,000 price tag is not inviting. It may be necessary.

Currently I am working on a couple projects. One is especially fun, it is writing a discipleship study guide. I am trying to do one chapter a week and so far, I'm only behind by one week!!! :)
I have another article that my "mentor" has encouraged me to seek publication on, but I just can't seem to pull the trigger on that one. And I am working on an article for our new pastor to see if the SBC would be interested in publishing it in their newsletter.

It seems that I have about 5 books going at the same time, from a reading standpoint, and my poor little mind is not use to that. So I get confused easily. Nothing new there, but at least I am not wandering the streets with no idea how to get home!

Eli and I are walking every day and he just loves it. Just mention the word walk, and he is at the door or jumping around waiting for me to get my walking shoes on, treats for him and the leash. Sometimes the preparation is more than that poor little puppy can stand! Or me for that matter. But he is turning into a very good walker. We have even taken to jogging a few short stints along the way. He likes that as well.

Have not heard from Paul and Autumn since there move, so we are looking forward to news and some pictures.

Well, there ya have it. Exciting isn't it?

Hope everyone is doing well.