I pulled in Friday to the beautiful view of Mt Shasta, leaving myself time to unhitch and get to my doctor's appt and yes, I got the ARK and 4Runner stuck behind the Nile Farm barn,- Couldn't make the turn around sharply enough. Strike two. Remember I got stuck in a cul-de-sac in Yakima? I did manage to unhitch it and then the fun began.. I went to start the 4 Runner so I could back it up and it just went clickclickclick,,, Wouldn't start! It also set off some sort of alarm with a red flashing light on the dash and parking lights flashing but no horn (There is a God Almighty!) I cancelled the appt and called the tow truck for a jump after calling three mechanics about the clickclickclick and flashing lights (I sure know how to make a scene!) - Doncha know I had a dead battery! You know you are having fun when your towing company is on speed dial!
It was great, though and I just laughed and wondered what the LORD was up to - Well, I shared the Gospel of John with a gal at Les Schwab Tire after we got to talking and she overheard what I was doing (road ministry) as I chatted with the receptionist, a young girl who attends my church. So, God has His ways of getting me to where He wants me to be to share Him with people. Only He can make lemonade out of lemons. Heck, He alone can make lemons.. So, if you think of it, pray for Dianna - She's the gal that holds workshops on self healing, getting in touch with 'The Source' and so we talked about how Jesus said:
John 14:6 Jesus answered, "I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through Me."
She was receptive to reading the Gospel of John. You know, it seems you could go through your entire life and just read and study John... So rich, so meaty, so familiar. Perhaps there is a special touch on that book of the Bible because John considered himself to be 'the disciple Jesus loved' - i.e. Jesus' best buddy. He's one I'd like to meet. He was also the only one of the guys at the foot of the cross on that horrible Friday. John also is the only one of the 12 who lived to be old and died after writing Revelation, of course. Special guy.It's great to be in Mt Shasta and have had the pleasure of being with extended family. I can tell there isn't enough time, already. I must tell you straight up that it was so freezing cold today that I am reminded why I will be heading out soon! I'll know more about my plans tomorrow as there may be a change in the dawg training plans. The dog may be headed back east. Oh well. I love being flexible!
I saw the doctor today after taking off a sweatshirt, flannel zip up sweater and got down to just my turtleneck, jeans and wool-blend socks...(count three layers!) and he said "So, when are you leaving?" Smile. The north wind was howling and it is chilly, for sure. Many folks have their first fire tonight. Brrrr! I'll be out of the cold soon. It sure takes a toll. My body was meant for warm climate. I'm still keeping an eye on Florida.For this week, I'm residing at the Nile Farm, thankfully parked on the south side of their barn so that has completely blocked the biting north wind. The ARK had some work done on it today, compliments of Scott Tift, the best of the best. I am confident he found the source of several roof leaks and a lower compartment (basement) leak. He is a jewel.
Jim and Velma and I have many wonderful memories together as I lived with them for three months in the autumn of 1983! We watched a great deal of football together and I learned quite a bit from them about lots of things both practical and spiritual. Tomorrow morning, Velm and I are going to plow through a study on Genesis 1 - 8 that she has taught over the past several years. I love them very much and appreciate this time together. They have a dog who is all heart, Buddy has three legs and is missing the outer part of his nose due to skin cancer, he's deaf and yet still pokes along. Millie found his food so now he has to have it kept up until he is in the woodshed all bundled up for nite nite. They bought him a warming blanket to try out tonight and I've been out there to check on him.. He's learning to stay on the big dog bed and keep warm..Poor old chap. He's got a great spirit, though... There are also some sheep and cows, two cats, at least.. We are right in our element! Thanks to the Niles for allowing the ARK to land.
I've taken on the one kitty I had left at my house, hoping she would fit in with Celestine's animals but we knew it wouldn't work so Cinco is back with us in the ARK. Gotta tell you that when she heard my voice, she came RUNNING out and was so happy to see me! Separation makes the heart grow fonder.
Sing it now: 3 lazy cats, 2 silly dogs and a parrot in an RV!
Dean and Joody Taylor gave me a sign with a rainbow and ark on it that says "Noah's ARK" - It's adorable and well said!
That's all the news, up to the minute... No leaks today, praise God! So much to be thankful for.
Your prayers are much appreciated and God is faithful to answer yea, nay or wait!
TTFN,
Mrs. Noah
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