These pictures are on Dec. 27th.

This is Walmart in Fort Pierce. As I was walking around, I thought, wow, other stores I have been in most everything is gone. I told Jeanne about this and sent her pictures; she was on the other side of the store. So, she had to stop in here and buy some gift wrapping and small Christmas tree ornaments. 

Then we needed to head south and get something else. This is Hobby Lobby. Oh. Jeanne wanted to buy new flowers for Jake's gave. So, while here we found some other items. Afterwards we stopped at LaRice Market and Bakery, Jeanne needed somethings form here for New Years Day Feast. Every year Jeanne makes up all kinds of Korean food and invites her family to bring in the New Year with special Korean foods. To celebrate family and New Years. 

Okay just to let you all know, the 2025 Kia Telluride. (blog before this one) Moe (manger at Kai dealership) called and told us our car was going to be dropped off yesterday afternoon after 5pm. So, Jeanne and I deicide to cancel the car. Moe told us, okay, if that is what we want. It is, the reason is this car would cost Jeanne $48,000. and that worries me. I have been praying asking God to show us and close the door on buying this car. Jeanne and I both came to the realizing that it might not be a good move now. We both have that peace of mind now and down the road we will check it out again. 

This morning, I read Exodus 33 to 36. In this part of the Bible is talking about God' Covent, the two tablets that Mose smashed after seeing the gold calf. Then about how impotent we need to oner the Sabath Day. 35:4 to end of 36n is the people bring gifts for the Lord to build the Tabernacle and the Ark of the Covent plus all that goes into the Tabernacle. 

This can be somewhat boring to read but it does explain everything about how to build it and what everything is needed. 

My prayer is that this evening you can look back and see how much god has blessed you and give Him more this year of your time to read the Bible and just seek His face MORE. 

Happy New Year everyone, I love you and HE LOVES YOU MORE. 

 

The day after Christmas, what should we do?

Well, our day started out by driving north to Vero Beach. Jeanne's niece was telling her a great place to buy Christmas cards and other Christmas items (Halmark Gift Shop). So, we were walking around, and Jeanne found a few items. We bought them and started to leave and Jeanne notice that she didn't pay for one of rolls of Christmas paper. so, she went back in, and I stayed outside in front of the store. I sat there for a while, and she hasn't come back out. So, I parked the car and walk back in. Then I saw her niece and daughter talking with Jeanne. Okay, now I know what happen. We were in there a little while more. Micheal (niece) was shopping for her after Christmas deals. Then we all descried to have lunch together. We walked down to Jersey Mike Subs. Micheal actually paid for our subs and drinks. 

After eating, Micheal and Pason left and went on their way to wherever they planned on going. Now we were talking about going north to go look at Kia cars, in Melbourne. The reason is Jeanne' other niece bought a Telluride up there and she believes she got a great deal on it. We had one more stop, Villages Shops. That was about 10 minutes north of where we were. 

Then heading farther north to Melbourne. Got to the dealership, noticed about 6 guys standing outside of the main doorway. We got out and Thomas came up to us and asked what we have in mind? To make this blog shorter, Thomas was with us for about 5 hours. Showing us and driving a Sorento 2025. Jeanne didn't think it felt that great. so, we found a Telluride 2025. She loved it and it was what she wants. Now like I said we have been there for over 5 hours, getting close to closing time. 

Okay we walked in and sat down and talked about what color she wanted, can you get her a Jungle Green (exterior), then Camel (interior), Moe came out and asked what can we get you? 2025 Telluride EX X Line, Jungle Green/Camel. He came back and told us they have one in Bartow, Florida (100 miles away. They can get the car here the next day, (Friday 27th) Okay let us talk prices. Moe wrote on a sheet of paper. The price out the door. $59.000.00. Okay now Jeanne is the one doing all the talking. We talked while they both were gone. They will give us maybe $1000. for the trade in. then paying $46,000. They both came back and said they can do the deal for $48,999.00 Moe dropped the price by $11,000. dollars. Now that made me mad. How dumb do you think we are (thinking that) to shorten the story Jeanne and I said OKAY. They should have the car at their dealership on Friday the 27th.  Gave them $100.00 deposit. Okay Friday we texted about how it was going? Thoams told us that he would stay on top of this and let us know when the car comes in. Okay it's after 4pm. have not heard from Thomas. Jeanne called Moe, oh sorry they sold that car (Bartow) He told her that there is one in Miami and Tampa. Today is Monday 30th. Have not heard back at all. I guess we need to go back up north and get our deposit back? 

Sorry to say, we wasted all that time and still no car yet. 

I read this morning Exodus 31 God is telling Mose about the SABBATH. How they can work 6 days and REST the 7th day. Then Chapter 32 is where the children of God were worshipping a GOLDEN CALF. Wow, now remember God just took them out of Egypt. The reason was they didn't know where Mose was and thought he was dead? So, Aaron collected their gold jewelry and made a gold calf. 

Looking back into my pass, how many times have I forgotten God and said I want to do this instead. 

Folks each day we have chooses and that is called FREE WILL. what chooses to do you have today? 

 

On Christmas Eve we went to Calvary Chapel Vero Beach.

Well, this evening we have Krista with us too. I am not sure why, but I didn't take any pictures of us. Oh, that alright, tonight is to bring glory to our Lord Jesus Christ. This service is happening in the theater of Vero Beach High School. I am not sure how many seats here there are? But when we walked in we were told that the theater is full. Krista looks around a little and saw that there was standing room a little farer in. So, Jeanne and her stood on the side and there was a sit right in front of us. So, Jeanne told me to sit down and enjoy. The band opened up with Christmas songs and they did a beautiful job. 

They started out having students come forward and read the Christmas story in the Book of Luke. Chapter 2. Then they brought out the children choir out and it took a few minutes for them to get into the correct spots. They sang three songs, and the last one was HAPPY BRITHDAY SONG TO JESUS. 

This is when they sang Happy Birthday to Jesus. 

This was the end of the service. The angles all came out to praise the Lord for this beautiful evening of the birth of Jesus Christ. 

The service was done very well and joyful evening. 

As we were leaving saw some tents up and walked over to see what they were doing. 

This is the tent that had hot coco and cookies. It was nice to see how happy folks were and just hanging out and wishing each other Merry Christmas. 

Well, now we are getting hungry and looking online to see who is open for a nice dinner. 

Drove down along US 1 and headed south and saw the Green Marlin was open and they have some great food there too. 

We walked in and gave our name to the girl at the front desk for making reservations. Meanwhile Jeanne and Krista needed to use the bathroom. While walking toward the bathroom they saw open table near the bar. Krista asked if this table we could have? The server told her to order some drinks and wait until our name is called and this can be our table. I got a little upset that we took someone else's table, 

But Jeanne explained what the server told her and Krista about the table. So, I clammed down and understood. I think, why should we take someone else's table from them. But I understood now. I walked outside to get my jacket and saw some of the people waiting were using walkers and canes, just standing there. It did bother me. But like I said, I understand now. Still bothered me. 

We got a appetizer and then ordered our meals. I got Fish and Chips, Jeanne got two more appetizers, a bowl of French Onion Soup and a side of Coconut Shrimp. Krista got the Pork Rib Eye.

I am looking back saying why didn't I take pictures of us? I love seeing us as a family. But not sure I am thinking correctly anymore.  

Okay, now what did I read this morning? Exodus 19 to 24. 

The Israelites have been walking for a while and now have arrive at Mount Sinai. This is where God tells Moses to get the leader together and He wants to talk with them. Then He tells Moses to get the people ready to come to the Mountain and hear from Him. Moses told them to get purified themselves and don't touch the mountain at all. OR you will die. 

Chapter 20 is talking about the 10 COMMANDMENTS.  God spoke to everyone there. Telling them what the commandments are and what they are all about. Folks these are the laws that 

GOD GAVE US TO OBEY. 

My prayers are that He opens our eyes and shows us again Who He is. 

 

HELLO EVERYONE, MERRY CHRISTMAS TO ALL.

This is what they call a Tracs. These are little pamphlets or just a sheet of paper. Before I became a Christain. Oh, let me back up a little. I was brought up going to a Catholic Church and school. We were taught about everything about what we need to do to be a good Catholic. 

Folks on Oct 26th, 1996, I walked into Calvary Chapel Fort Lauderdale, Florida. I was invited to just come and check it out. When I got there, there were many motorcycles and look kind of crazy coming it. There was only seat and up on the stage was a pulpit, No statues not even a Crucifixion on the wall. That is a wooden cross with Jesus hanging on it. 

So, the pastor came out and prayed and then started by asking if anyone would like a Bible. If so, please just take this one home with you when you leave. I thought back, we never saw anyone have a Bible in church when I went. So, I listened and near the end, Pastor Bob (senior pastor) He was telling us, if we want to be born again. All we need to do it walk forward and receive Jesus Christ as LORD and our SAVOR. 

This is what they call altar call. 

Okay back to the trac. You see this verse at football games and other events. Please take the time and read this. It might answer some questions you might have and prayerfully cane understand what this all means. 

I really hope and pray you read this and walk away knowing Who Jesus Christ in your life. 

I did walk forward that evening and gave my life to Jesus Christ MY LORD AND SAVOR. I have been walking with Him ever since, 

 

IIt's starting to look like Christmas.

Okay this is Friday afternoon at Westwood High School. My baby has been fixing food for her students and then feeding them. 

After the last class, she is off until Jan 3rd. That is when she needs to be back to work, and the students come back on Jan 6th. So, we cleaned up everything and even mopped most of the floor. 

Friday evening and Saturday they are making Korean Food (Forgot the name) for Christmas. They are little, small triangles with ground beef and green onions and other items. All I know they want to make around 400 triangles. On Sunday we will be cooking them in oil to deep fry them. 

Okay the triangles are made and now Jeanne and I will grill the steaks and the grill beef (Korean Food) 

Overall, everything came together, and we had a wonderful lunch. 

Okay we all got some good food and ready to eat. From left to right, Kaden, Kaslyn (grandchildren), Jeanne (G.G.) Krista, Shaughnessy (niece) Kathyi (Jeanne's sister) and Junor (Krista's brother) 

We sat and just ate to our hearts content. Afterwards we cleaned up the kitchen and then sat down and had Christmas in the living room. 

Everyone had a wonderful time and cleaned up and Krista needed to take Kaslyn and Katen to the airport. They flew out to go visit their dad that lives in Lowa (I think) Everyone else needed to be other places. 

On Sunday Jeanne and I went to 8am service at Calvary Chapel Vero Beach. Then we went to visit with Jake. Then came home and loaded up everything we made and need to bring to Shaughnessy's home for our Christmas get together. 

Oh, there was a couple of things we needed to do before we left for Shaughnessy's 

My baby needed to cut these up. This is another Korean food. That is Seaweed wraps. 

This is Calvary Chapel Vero Beach. It's the 8am service and I think it was Pastor Jim's (Senor Pastor) Son teaching. I am not sure what his name is. But he did a nice sermon on Luke 2:25-35. It is called.  The Prophecy of Simeon. This is about a older gentlemen that would hold baby Jesus in his hands and protect His future to His mother (Mary) and Joesph. I really did enjoy the sermon. I have read this many times but never went into more detail that this Pastor did. 

I dropped Jeanne at Jakes grave, and I came here to fill up the Kia. The pump flows were very slow, but it was worth it. Do you see the price of gas???? That is so neat to see. I know Trump is not in office YET, but I know this is something we will see afterwards. Lower prices across the broad. 

Here we are deep frying the triangles and Bo is on the grill with his brother Joby. They are grilling the beef (Korean). Overall day was beautiful, and weather was a little cool. 

After cooking everything we all came out here and held hands and prayed for the food and family that this Christmas we really do understand it's about Jesus Christ. 

THE REASON FOR THE SEASON IS JESUS CHRIST. 

Please folks make sure He is in your heart, and you ask for Him to be your SAVOR. 

Pretty much everyone got what they wanted and kept coming back for refills and treats. 

This is Charolotte (I think) She is a baby racoon that David (Shaughnessy's hubby) he found a couple of babies and I guess they kept one and the others were given away. 

hey folks I use to have a baby racoon myself. When I lived in the Bahamas, a man named Mr. Sands love eating racoon. So, he sets up traps behind his house and this time he caught Jessica (name I gave her) She lived with us in our small rooms at the ALC camp. Keven (son) Scooby (our dog). Scooby enjoyed Jessica sitting on his back and she would scratch his back. I was told that some racoons have rabies. So, we put her in a cage at our petting zoo at the Adventure Learning Centre. 

I wanted to let her be a pet for us that the children could play with her and just be our pet. 

This is the nearing the end of our Christmas luncheon. 

It was a very pleasant time and just enjoyed hanging out and hearing stories here and there. 

Well as I finishing up this blog, it's Tuesday morning 24th. It's been taking me more time to read these out and get them posted. I just have some much to share and just enjoy doing it. 

Tonight, we will be going to Calvary Chapel Christmas Service. It will be at Vero Beach High School. They are having three services. 2.4 and 6pm. I really hope and pray you all take the time to visit your church to just reflect on what Jesus Christ has done in your life this last year.  

PLEASE really seek HIM. 

MERRY CHRISTMAS EVERYONE AND GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. 

 

I had a opportunity to help out my cousin.

It has been a while since I have trimmed and cleaned out her gutters too. 

Oh, the reason I am here now is because Jeanne and her sisters plus a few nieces flew to New York City, for a couple of days. It was a girl's trip, and she really needed to get away. 

So, why not do something? 

Jeanne left early on Sunday morning, so I planned on leaving the house around sunup and head over to Winter Haven and check thing out. 

Not sure when I was here to work on her gutters? But back then I put down a plastic screening over the gutters themselves. Thinking that the leaves will stay out and the rain would flow thru. BUT I WAS WRONG. It made them back up even more. Plus, the plastic dry rotten. So, the leaves still filled up the gutters. Now this is a big mess, problem. So, I ripped the plastic off and tried to clean out the gutters by hand. Then used a garden hose to flush them out. Now I need to get the leaves off the roof. The neighbor across the street brought over his backpack blower for me to use. It worked great. There are still leaves in the middle of the carport roof. I can't walk on the carport roof. Not enough support. 

Okay I am up here and have many branches to cut off and drop off the roof. While doing the cutting I am thinking what do I need to get rid of them. Well folks I came here on Sunday morning and started out cleaning the leaves off. Now I need to trim these trees. It's not good to have tree limbs hanging over the roof plus when they lay on the roof. It dry rots the singles. 

Okay the trees are trimmed and now what??? 

I talked with the neighbor across the street (Jimmy) He walked over and showed me to bring the branches to the main road and put them there. 

I started moving them over there. I am thinking, what if the park will get mad for me doing this? I really don't want to load them up in the truck and take them to the land fill. First it would be ad least six to eight trips and the landfill is about 15 miles away. Plus, they charge for yard debris. So, very expensive too. Wow, I am not sure? I have been praying and asking the Lord what should I do? After I moved about 1/3 of the branches. I heard a truck coming down the road. I think the garbage truck. BUT NO, IT'S A BUCKET TRUCK. Now that is HOW GOD WORKS. I just broke down and thanking HIM OVER AND OVER AGAIN. Every person that has walked by, I was telling them how GOOD OUR GOD IS. This shouldn't blow my mind, but it did. I went over and talked with the driver (Tommy) I just told him how GOOD GOD IS. He told me He is. while talking with Tommy, I was telling him I have more to move. He told me not to worry. he would stop by again before he left the park. Which he did and even helped me bring them over to his truck too. Afterwards he even raked up the small ones too. 

WOW, THANK YOU LORD. 

 

Folks I am so blessed and very happy that this is done, and I can go back home knowing she should be okay for a while. 

After this I went back up and cleaned the gutters out with more water and all flowing good now. I washed the gutters with my house cleaner. There was some mildew on them. 

I had to spray a few times. Plus used a blush them too. 

I sprayed them a couple of more times. Then just left the chemical set on them. To make sure they are as clean as they could be. I said my goodbyes and was on my way back home. I did stop at Wendy's for lunch. I got a Dave's hamburger and a large frosty, (Salted CARAMEL) Boy that sure was good and tasty. 

I saw this rainbow entering Lake Whales. It was raining on and off during my ride home. 

This is s full rainbow going across the sky. This is on Route 60 heading west. Wow my God is so good to me and I just am so blessed. 

As I was thinking I need to get some gas. I knew Rocket Gas has been the cheapness for a while now. I went on line and the web site tells me it's $2.76 a gallon. Well, this trip I have not seen it any lower than $3.09. It will be worth the trip to get off 95 at Indro Exit. 

It sure was worth the trip. $2.48 a gallon. I was driving the F150. This truck can use up gas with trips alike this one. I had a little less than 1/4 tank left. It only cost me $46.92 to fill her up and I am very happy I stopped here. Even in the rain it was worth it. Thank you, Lord, again. 

Now I am home and turned on the Christmas Lights and had to send a picture to my baby. I sent this and wrote, saying, Big Mr. Snowman is wondering where mom is. 

I told him she will be home tomorrow afternoon. 

I was reading this morning Genesi 43-44

Thess verses are telling about how Joseph was the second in order to Pharaoh. If have read about the life of Joesph is so neat how God gave him dreams when he was younger and how this family would bow to him one of these days to come. 

Well, I don't want to tell you the story itself. There are so many blesses that Joseph received and how God was with him during all he was going thru and how our Lord kept blessing him. 

I could not tell you all that happen. But it's worth your time to read it yourselves. 

Please do, I am trying to show you how God blesses and keeps His hand on each and every one of us. EACH DAY WE ARE ON THIS EARTH. 

I have been handing out tracks. I will write about them next time. I am trying to share His LOVE and HOW MUCH HE LOVES US.