A Few of FR's Finest....Every Day....03-02,03,04-07....T.G.I.F. at the Finest

[DollyCali]

Thanks for the thread GeeBee.. I have had a very hectic day. My date was picking me up to see play Death of Salesman at 6:30. At 6:15 I woke up from nap (had overslept..only 3 hours prior night) and had to get ready AND CREATE & POST THE SINGLES THREAD

YIKES

Needless to say, it is a bare bones thread. When Dolly Aint Got No Thread it ISN"T like when Billie Aint Got No Thread.

I knew I could put together & post the thread in an hour. I planned to get up at 5 do do so.

Sigh.

The play was excellent. My first time seeing it.

Professional theater in Hudson Oh.. about 10 miles from my home..small venue, much like many of the Broadway theaters size wise

[GodBlessUSA]

I thought it was so funny. It was very quiet there and then to hear a ping. ;)

That's true. It is good FR doesn't pop off the screen. It will look just like a document unless of course, it's warm fuzzy Wednesday. LOL

Have a good night Dita
I hope to catch up with you tomorrow :)

[GodBlessUSA]

LOL! It is funny how you wrote this post. Though it's not much fun being late like that. All frazzled trying to do too much at once, all while keeping one eye on the clock.

I'm glad you enjoyed the play. That's something I'd like to do. Have not seen a play in a long time.

Talk to you tomorrow. :)

[The Mayor]

March 3, 2007

El Roi

READ: Genesis 16:7-13

[Hagar] called the name of the Lord who spoke to her, You-Are-the-God-Who-Sees; for she said, “Have I also here seen Him who sees me?” —Genesis 16:13

Many locator devices are on the market today that promise to help us keep track of elderly parents, children, wallets, pets, parolees, even potential kidnapping victims.

As useful as these gadgets are, they would have done Hagar no good. No one seemed to care enough about Hagar and her unborn child to monitor their well-being in the desert. No one but El Roi—Hebrew for “You-Are-the-God-Who-Sees” (Gen. 16:13).

Hagar served Sarai, Abram’s wife. Sarai felt like a weak link in the chain of God’s promise to bless Abram with many descendants. She was barren, so she told Abram to sleep with her maidservant and build a family through her. This ill-advised suggestion—born amid intense cultural pressures to provide an heir—led to nothing but trouble. When Hagar became pregnant, she despised Sarai for her inability to have children. Then Sarai treated Hagar so badly that she ran away. There in the desert, feeling the misery of her past and the uncertainty of her future, Hagar met God, who saw her and took care of her.

El Roi sees your past misery, your present pain, your uncertain future. He is so watchful that He knows when the smallest sparrow perishes (Matt. 10:29-31). And He is the God who sees and cares for you today.

If God sees the sparrow’s fall,
Paints the lilies short and tall,
Gives the skies their azure hue,
Will He not then care for you?  —Anon.

Keep your eyes on the Lord; He never takes His eyes off you.

Bible in One Year:   Numbers 28-30; Mark 8:22-38

[The Mayor]

Thanks... I will contact the station although I have tried that before and they didn't respond.

[DollyCali]

thanks Rus..

This ill-advised suggestion—born amid intense cultural pressures to provide an heir—led to nothing but trouble

And 2 millenium later is STILL CAUSING TROUBLE

Morning all. need to tackle day. Visitation today & funeral tomorrow of friend's hubby. He was in late 60s.

[stopem]

I heard the Freeper pinger go off

"freeper pinger" that you can hear?? Do tell.

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[GodBlessUSA]

Freepmail. :)

[The Mayor]

I just got home from my Brother in laws funeral.

[DollyCali]

How did everything go Rus? I also just got home from visitation for my friend's hubby. Funeral is tomorrow at 1:30

[The Mayor]

Everything went well considering Ron died so suddenly. His wife Jackie has been very strong with emotional ups and downs.

Her daughter Georgiana read from the book of Revelations and gave a testimony about her Dad and did incredibly well. She is only 10.

Rons nephew who just got back from Iraq gave a testimony that was fantastic. He said he called Ron back in November from a cell phone and while they were talking a IED went off and the cell connection went dead. Joe instantly called him back and then asked Ron how he was doing. Ron joked and said "better than you" and laughed.

I am concerned about Jackie and the kids so we all will be staying in close communication and will be there when she needs us. Many a teary eye today but many more great memories of a real good friend to so many.

Ron was a saved man as is Jackie so the comfort knowing that Ron is in the prescence of the Lord is comforting.

Thanks for asking Dolly. We will all be alright, time heals a broken heart.

[DollyCali]

Do they live far from you? Jul I know will be strong for her.

It is so hard to release the earthly ties. we KNOW & we believe they are with God but miss them so.. this is the story that has unfolded for decades & decades..

Painful farewells to those we love in the faith.

and it will go on until this age closes

[MEG33]

My prayers go out to Jackie and the children..and to all of you who loved Ron.

[The Mayor]

They live about 25 minutes away. Not to far..
Jackie works right across the bridge and travels everyday.
I think she should move closer to work then things would be easier on her and getting the kids off to school. She is a teacher..

Ron was an at home Dad, he was disabled due to his bad hips.
I don't know how we will help her figure this out.

[The Mayor]

Thank you Meg.
I will try to find a picture of them to post.

[MEG33]

My husband died suddenly when he was seemingly healthy and not yet 50 .. I really know what a shock it is. Just give her a lot of patience and understanding..It isn't easy...A move might be too stressful at this time...

I am sure it depends on the person and their needs. Major decisions are not usually good to make for awhile unless absolutely necessary..

One day is dreadful and the next one.. one may function well..A rollercoaster.

[The Mayor]

Above is Ron and Jackie Christmas 04

Below is Ron in the doorway and my son in the front.

[The Mayor]

See above

[The Mayor]

I understand, she will have help from my sister in law that lost her husband in his late 30's. Juls brother died of cancer leaving Marcie and a young son Joe. She has since remarried and still attends most family events keeping her son around the family.

Marcia has been spending alot of time with Jackie.
I watched a friend die of cancer and helped his wife after.
I know it is not easy, I am sorry Meg, I never knew.
God Bless you my FRiend.

[MEG33]

And (((you))).. I know Jackie will have love from you all..and it helps.