Cool Kids

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Photo courtesy of Brent Hamilton on google.

“Romans One.  First of all, the letter is written by the apostle Paul and is addressed to “God’s beloved in Rome.” (Romans 1:7)  It’s to my understanding that Paul wrote the book of Romans when he was in the Greek City of Corinth during the winter of 57-58 A.D.  Paul starts off his letter by first saying how he thanks God through Jesus Christ for all of them, because their faith is begin reported all over the world.  He says he wishes that he could visit them so they can encourage each other in the faith and he hopes one day that will be made possible.  Then comes my favorite section of scripture:  “For I am not ashamed of the gospel, because it is the power of God that brings salvation to everyone who believes:  first to the Jew, then to the Gentile.  For in the gospel the righteousness of God is revealed – a righteousness that is by faith from first to last, just as it is written:  The righteous will live by faith.”” (Romans 1:16-17)  I love that verse, because it is pretty point blank…Paul is saying “I am NOT ashamed of the Gospel!”  This is exactly how I feel and that is exactly why I share the gospel & the Lords love with people every day.  I feel that too many Christians live their day to day lives being secretive about their love for Jesus and their faith in Him.  They tend to hide the fact that they even go to church as if they are afraid or think they will be judged or looked at as uncool.  It’s time to STOP being afraid and STOP worrying about what people think.  Reality is, the eternal salvation in Christ Jesus is the greatest gift you could ever receive.”  ~ James Ellis

I’ve decided…

I’m hangin’ with the cool kids;

maybe not of this world,

but most certainly the next!

Here’s just a few of those cool Ironmen (Proverbs 27:17) below! Each helping to raise funds for our Church, St. Joseph Bread of Life Community, at our annual Oktoberfest this year!

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Schaaf means sheep in German!

Ein Wein maiden!

hugs n’ blessings from Ein Wein maiden!

poor camel…

it’s the monday giggles…

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Dear Monday,

Thanks for having the word “mon” in you.

That’s french for “mine,” in case you were unaware.

Monday,

it makes me think of you more as “my day,”

and frankly

that sounds like a much more promising

start of the week.

Sincerely,

Me

(author unknown)

PS. – Why is Monday so far from Friday and Friday so near to Monday?

PSS – And WHO was the brainiac that let the camel back in the building?

PSSS – these “my day” hugs n’ blessings are just for you! 

baby girl! (i dream of you.)

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Abigail (noun) – ab·i·gail \ˈa-bə-ˌgāl\

Abigail is a female given name. The name comes from the Hebrew name אֲבִיגַיִל / אֲבִיגָיִל Avigail, meaning “my father’s joy” (alternatively “my father rejoices”, or “my father is joy”).  The intelligent, beautiful Abigail was Old Testament King David’s third wife, described as ‘good in discretion and beautiful in form.’

The name Abigail is also English, AB-i-gayl and German, AH-bee-giel.  As an American baby name the meaning of the name Abigail is: “The father’s joy.”

The name Abigail can be shortened to “Abby”, “Abbey”, “Abbi”, “Abbie”, “Abbe”, “Abi”, “Abbye”, “Abs”, or “Aby”, as well as “Gail” or “Gayle.”

People with this name have a deep inner desire for love and companionship, and want to work with others to achieve peace and harmony. People with this name are dynamic, visionary and versatile, able to make constructive use of freedom. They tend to be optimistic, energetic, intelligent, and to make friends easily. They may be resistant to change, and become restless or  rebellious when asked to do so.  A super-sweet girl she will probably be extremely gorgeous and certainly tons of fun once she is comfortable in your presence. When you meet one you will want to be a huge part of her life; but you would have to be very lucky for it to happen!  An Abigail will stay on your mind forever so you will know when you meet one.

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Photo Courtesy of Jared Schaaf Photography

Abby is a kind, cute, and loving girl. An “Abby” typically has brown hair, but sometimes it can be red. They often prefer to be in the background, but once you get to know them they are fun, talkative, and wild. Most of the time they are athletic, champions for the down-trodden, and enjoy music. A lot of people say that Abby’s are very authentic and are confident in their own skin; even though they shy away from sharing their heart until they feel the other is trustworthy.  Most people around them like them, but only a certain amount will see their crazy, out of control side!

Abby’s can make great girlfriends because they’re caring, sincere, fun, exciting and enjoy a diverse group of personalities; but usually have one certain boy that they have given their heart to. Usually they will go for the fun, athletic, sweet, loving boys who have a great smile! They LOVE to get hugs, from anyone…but especially their man!!

As a friend, you can always count on her to go crazy with you, care about you, listen, and keep your secrets. If you meet one, don’t let her go because she will be a great friend for life!

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Also, Ab-bees love to laugh and eat…especially with those they hold dear!!

“What I wanted most for my daughter was that she be able to soar confidently in her own sky, whatever that may be.”   Helen Claes

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these hugs n’ blessings are just for you today!  

(and until the dawn of the day bright and new…)

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Photo Courtesy of Jared Schaaf Photography

Music by: JJ Heller