tomatoes

Don't you love fresh tomatoes out of the garden. Toasted tomatoe sandwiches! Yummy! Mayo, salt pepper, and a thick slice of frest tomatoe. These were my thoughts three years ago when I planted my frist garden here in Plenty. The first year the plants got killed by late frost in May, there were no tomatoes. The seconded year I got huge plants, but no tomatoes! This year I was very careful. I planeted them well, I pruned them, and watered them. And then I realized that I had bought, planted and cared for cherry tomatoes. You do not know how disappointed I was and still am. I don't know what to do with cherry tomatoes. I made a batch of salsa, but I have more now and I don't know what to do. I want a tomatoe sandwich. Is that too much to ask?
Maybe next year. Is that not every gardener's moto?

Noise

Have you ever seen this show on CBC on Sunday afternoons. Its about youth that do things to make a difference in the world. It never ceases to inspire me. There are some amazing stories of young people who do unbelieveable things. I was thinking how I used to believe that I could do anything. As a teenager there was nothing to big for me to tackle. I remember working at Fair Havens one summer the Sr. Youth leader told Brad and I that we were dreaming too big and when we got older we would realize that one person can only do so much. I remember crying that night in bed. I never wanted to believe that. I don't think I believe it...but my expectations have definitely been lowered. I've been asking myself what impossible things does God want me to do? Not just globaly, but here at home. Organizing a tupperware party for the community ladies seems like a big deal. I mean I don't know any of them, and what if it turns out to be a night that they are all busy? Maybe tupperware is the wrong thing to do...? anyways, I'm going to keep asking God.
I wonder if I underestimate the work I do for God at home. you know the two lives that I give myself to everyday are so important. I wander if I am selfless and give and teach maybe God will use them to do great things in the kingdom. That is definitely something to inspire towards.

PS sorry for all the spelling mistakes. Those of you who have known me for a long, long time lovingly know that spelling is not one of my strengthens!

too far away

Back from ontario now. Its been over a week now and I'm starting to get back to normal. It was so good to see Joshua. We haven't been able to be brother and sister for a long time. Distance, jobs, other relationships and just busy living got in the way. No bitterness...I just want to get to know my brother again, and I'd say the trip was a success. We had a few good days of doing NOTHING. Which is good for the both of us. Anyways, he's a good man and I'm proud of the decisions he makes, and the life that he and his wife are making for themselves.
I also went back home to the community I grow up in. I was so freshing to see faces that I love. Had a good, but too short visit with the Hay family. People who just ooze love! I can't believe how special each of their kids are. They each are so unique and beauitful ( I mean handsome, sorry boys) in their own way! I wish I could be around to see and be apart of more of their life.
Who knows why god takes us so far away from people we love? I do know that he wants me to be content and Christ like in every situation, and where ever on planet earth I happen to be.
We're starting up Youth Group tonight. Jon's looking forward to getting back into the swing of things. We are praying that this year's grade sevens will come out. It would be nice to see some new faces. Jon has also just started coaching Volley ball in the highschool. He loves coaching. So lots of changes coming up. Coaching means practices and tournaments on weekends. Oh well, its important.
well like I said, I'm happy to be home but missing all those great people in my life that regrettfully live very far away.