Obtaining Mercy

Are You Thirsty?

 

Another great idea for the New Year

I finally treated myself to a new copy of my old favorite:  Streams in the Desert by L. B. Cowman. 

 

 

This is the copy I bought.  Although the book has been updated, this is the original version, and it's the one I recommend.  The original copyright of this book was in 1925, which tells you quite a bit about the language it contains.  It is rather poetic and antiquated in some of its phrasing, but I love it. There is a real beauty to it that I find refreshing.

Of all the goals you could set for yourself for this New Year, I pray that one of them is to spend more time in the reading, studying and meditation of God's Word.

No other practice will affect change, promote success or encourage your heart like that will.

Blessing to you today,

Alesha

 

Friendly Friday

 

I just wanted to share these pretty Scripture thoughts with you today.

 

They are from Brandie over at BranMadeTags

 

 

You can also "like" her on Facebook and see when she come out with new tags.

 

This last one is for you, my bloggy friends! Thank you for praying me through this season of pain and illness. 

I continue to have a little more movement each day, although the pain is continuing.  Eventually, though, I know I will survive, thanks to my praying friend like you!!!

Happy Weekend!

Alesha

Helping the People of Japan

 

If you have decided to give to the relief effort in Japan, I would like to recommend my friend Laura's blog. If you send supplies to Laura and Jerry, I personally GUARANTEE you the supplies will get to the people who were hardest hit by this tragedy. The best part is that along with the supplies, they will be taking the Gospel of Jesus Christ to the people of Japan, as well!

I will be getting detailed instructions from Laura, probably this evening when she wakes up (they are sleeping right now - it is already Saturday night there.) :)  So if you have any questions, let me know, and I will do my best to find out the answers for you.

Creative Spark Friday and Announcing a New Blog

Becky Caldwell, over at The Gritty Bird, has started a fun challenge for jewelry designers (and other like minded crafty people) to create a new and exciting piece of art each week.

THE WEEK'S (7/16-7/23) SPARKS ARE-

1. *Creative Spark* Color(s)-

Teal and/or Orange 

2. *Creative Spark* Word or Phrase-

Float

3. *Creative Spark* Wire or Stringing Material(s)-

Brass Wire and/or Ribbon

4. *Creative Spark* Bead Type(s)-

Ceramic

5. *Creative Spark* Shape(s)-

Oval

and for my mixed media gals..

6. *Creative Spark* Mixed Media Art Medium(s)-

Wood and Paper

This is what I came up with: 

 

 

 

I had so much fun with this "spark", and it just so happened that I had the supplies on hand to join in.

Thank you, Becky, for such an exciting, creative challenge!

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I realize this is quite a different post than you are used to reading here.  I decided that I don't want to inundate you, my dear, faithful bloggy readers with too many "jewelry" posts. 

So, I did what bloggers do...

...I created a new blog!!!

Alesha Kay's Jewelry Blog

You will see a permanent link to it, up on the tabs above this post.  There are links available on that site, if you wish to subscribe by blog reader or by email.  I certainly won't have my feelings hurt if you do neither! ;o)

I hope you do go check it out, though, and give me your thoughts about it.  I always value your input.

I pray you have a great weekend.

Blessings,

Alesha

P.S. I have lost another 4 pounds, bringing my grand total to 31 pounds.  Yay!  We are feeling so much better now that we are back to eating well again. :)

P.P.S This necklace will be up in my Etsy shop this weekend!

One More Giveaway Post

...I hope you don't mind. :)

I think the title says it all:

The Best Bead Giveaway Ever!

If you've ever been tempted to try your hand at jewelry making, perhaps now is the time!  I will certainly be leaving a comment for this giveaway!!! :)

A Must Read Link

And no, it isn't political!  (just in case you were wondering!) :)

Some days, the Lord send me an extra special blessing - just for me!  Today was one of those days.

Vanessa, at A Sweet Fragrance, shared her thoughts on "People, not Vegetables".  It really touched my heart.  I think you will be blessed by it as well.  I especially loved her use of Scripture!  I had never thought about it in those terms before.

Thanks, Vanessa!

Alesha

Link to Share

I think you will love this picture post by Lady Why!

Check out Where The Kudzu Grows:  The Good Samaritan

Blogging Secrets Revealed

Just wanted to share:

One of my most-used sites: http://dictionary.reference.com/

I use the thesaurus more than the dictionary, but they both get a work out when I'm blogging.

There are also word games (which I haven't tried yet) and a daily crossword puzzle (which I finished today, but probably won't have time for on most days.)

I feel that IF I am going to share my thoughts, I need to do so in the best manner possible.  This site is one of the tools I use to do just that.

Alesha

Library Staircase

If you love books as much as I do, you will appreciate this architect's ingenuity.  I saw this picture and knew I needed to see more of it.

THIS is the story.

Here's the picture to pique your interest:

 

Beautiful, isn't it?!

Enjoy!

Alesha

Links For You and An Isaac Update

I thought I'd share with ya'll just a few things I've run across lately that I thought you might be interested in.  All of these have links attached, even though my blog theme has them in such a subtle color that they don't jump right out at you.  Just hover over each one with your cursor to see the links.

• I know you will get a blessing from this post by Courtney at Nesting Instincts.  She and her children shared Valentines with the residents at a local nursing home. :)  Wonderful idea for next year!

• Michelle is embroidering her way through the year.  She is making such gorgeous things, too.  I am amazed at the projects she is doing with her new embroidery machine.  (Michelle is also mom to a beautiful girl with needs similar to Isaac's, so you will occasionally see Emily updates there too.)
  

• There are some amazing contest-winning photos here (click on the first picture, in order to see the other photos):  2009 Photo Contest - National Wildlife Federation

• This gets my chuckle-of-the-day award!  Pothole Gardens by Pete Dungey - "An ongoing series of public installations highlighting the problem of surface imperfections on Britain's roads."  (it will be interesting to hear Tia's take on this one!!!) :)

• I am going to be trying this salad, simply because it looks like such an odd mix of foods.  Those are the ones that I usually like!

• Our church radio station will be holding its annual Restorathon this Thursday, Friday and Saturday.  This is how we raise the yearly budget for the upcoming year.  I love that you can listen live 24/7 to our station from the web - that is such a blessing to many around the world!  The station is a big blessing to us, too, because Isaac likes music so much.  We turn it on often for him, and he is starting to let us know when he wants the radio on.  That is how much of an impact that WLVF has had in our lives. 

The Restorathon begins at 7 a.m. on Thursday!  I am going to do my best to be up and alert and listening!!! :)  If you are unable to listen, perhaps you will help us pray that the budget will be met for this upcoming year, so that our station can continue to spread the Gospel around the world on WLVF!  Thanks so much!

Isaac Update:  the little stinker had no fever yesterday, and was feeling great (that means, loud and happy all day!!!); but today, his temp is just slightly elevated and he is one grumpy little man. :(  So, we're not quite sure what is going on there...we will just have to wait and see.

I pray you have a wonderful week!

Alesha