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- not4myself
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How are you feeling?
Oooooh, Jj....
I'm praying for you, my friend.
Right now--perhaps for different reasons--we both need to know and hear again that "the Lord is the everlasting God, the Creator of the ends of the earth. He will not grow tired or weary, and his understanding no one can fathom." Isaiah 40:28
"To God belong wisdom and power; counsel and understanding are his." Job 12:13
What are you facing; and how is the Lord working in you right now?
I am facing the flu or something like it (the actualy bacterial/fluey kind) and this is my finals week. So, I needed to be there today, but I just couldn't. Tomorrow is more important. But a praise that I got all the other government done. So, only one test to take. But still extremely sick. Umm... since last Saturday I've had a break from lies and all that junk, except for dreams. So, it's been good to get rest. I don't think my brain is functioning well enough yet to answer the rest of the question. ... Were working on trusting that the Holy Spirit will and wants to work through me.
I'm praising God with you, my friend, for school work getting accomplished. And hallelujah for Rest! ^_^ Thank You, Jesus.
I know what you mean about needing to trust that you contribute something useful and valuable to the Body. I know He has and will do wonderful things through you, Imoutochan. You're doing a good job; just keep pressing in. For today, you should just rest and worship. Listen to praise music and try to sleep. <3 Jj
I can't. I have [had] to work all day regardless. On days like today... it would have been easier just to have went to school.
What do you know about ANA testing or Lupus? ...just out of curiosity.
:( I'm very sorry to hear that. Are you feeling any better?
I knew someone who had lupus. Other than that, I really know nothing. Why?
Can I ask what this person was like? (because of the disease)
She was very tired. By the time I met her, she was much better than she had been in previous years. But I have the impression that "better" could become "worse" at any time.
You know that can kill you.?
No, I didn't. :/ So may I ask why you're asking?
Last night some ... weird something happened and I'm just trying to make sense of it. I'm sure it's nothing.
Okay...if you'd like to explain, you're welcome to. If you'd rather not, that's also fine.
I'm praying with you, my friend. Try not to worry; just seek Rest and trust His protection. I'm trusting in that protection for you.
How are you?
I'm doing fairly well--a little tired, and rather weary, but I'm choosing to trust. The Lord has continued reminding me very pointedly this week that His provision is already planned out and set in motion. In spite of the strong temptation to worry, I can honestly say that I treasure the times when all rational means of sustaining my relationships, livelihood, etc. are stripped away. There's just nothing like walking along the road, naked and utterly defenseless--to all appearances--yet clothed with garments of praise and shielded by the power of the Most High. I love following His lead...listening to His heartbeat.
That sounds nice.. Literally just laying down and listening to his heartbeat. That's not what you meant, but... Only once have I ever been sicker than this. This is MISERABLE. O.O Oh..My..Word.. i had an image of him come to my head when you wrote that. Aaahh..
I feel like I'm drowning. I litterally lunged up in my bed I thought I was going to die... I couldn't breath for a second. It must be bronchitis or something. It's definitely not flu or sinus infection. O.o Ughughughugh... I wish you was awake. :( I can't even rest I'm so sick. :'( Jjjjj... *huuuug* :'(
I'm so sorry, dear heart. *hug* :(
What image did you see? Try to take it easy today: curl up against Jesus and listen to His heartbeat.
*turns pink* He was cradling me like a baby against his chest.
^_^ Yes. He does that.
I'm really sick Jj...
:/ I'm really sorry, friend. Hang in there. *head pat* <3
Yes. ^_^ At least as far as I know. Thank you for asking. *-* Was there something particular worrying you?
No, I just loves you.
Aw. *-* I love you, too, my friend.
I'm still really sick. :( I feel worse than yesterday. And... I have to go get my haircut today. But at least that's all I have to do.
Oh man Jj... I don't know if I'm going to survive today. My chest about dropped me to my knees when I stood up. O.o I am sooo much worse and soo sick. O.O
:/ I'm sorry to hear that. *hug* I'm praying for strength from the Lord today.
Okay. :'(
It'll be much better in the long run, I promise. *head pat* ^_^
I'm praying for you, dear heart.
I know. That face was for how bad I feel. >.<
Thanks Jj. I love you lots.
*-* Same here. Just hang in there, my friend. Take a break, listen to some worship music, and rest with Jesus. <3 Jj
I didn't get any medicine until about 6, but I got some. =/ Oooh Jj... the back of my head KILLS. O.o Yesterday I could hardly touch it. It felt like someone had hit me in the head and it was all bruised (to touch it). Right now, my head is dying. >.<
*head pat* I'm sorry you feel so yucky, shugga. :(
Jj! :D
*gets very clingy* I misseded you! :(
What has been the highlight of 2010 so far?
^_^ Hi, friend. How are you doing?
Um...by highlight what do you mean?
I dunno... day, event, happening... whatever.
I am ... in pain. And trying to stretch 4 pages about Bible class. Ugh... :P
Aw, good luck with that one.
Hmm. It's really tough to pick a single favorite. But one of my few favorites would have to be watching the Lord speak powerfully through the testimony of a friend. ^_^
*cough ... cough* Any others?
1) How do you spell "Observative"?
2) Where is the "thorn in the flesh verse"?
3) What are the references of some of my favorite verses/passages in the New Testament? I can't see my Bible...
Never mind 2 and 3. I found them on my computer... 9_9 Go figure.
"Observant"
Oh... there is no Observative. :P
Umm...I enjoyed having a group of women down one day. I enjoyed doing my friend's hair. ^_^
Nope, there sure isn't. ^_^
Well... aren't you smart. 9_9 Okay, okay.
^_^ Were those the sort of highlights you were looking for? Why do you ask?
THIS . FLY . IS . DRIVING . ME . INSANE!!! -_-
Yup. I was just curious.
... o.O ... O.o ...
Hmm. I'm not sure I buy that...
I have to go to sleep now, dear heart. I'll be praying for you. Try to sleep; find Rest with the Lord.
No really, I was just curious. I randomly thought of the question. O.o Anyway... I am getting close on my paper. I will hit the rack soon too. Love yah. Sleep well Jj.
Thank you, Imoutochan. <3 Jj
Ugh... I have to apply for a summer class... I don't want tooo... >.<
Oh yeah, why not?
I am sick and burnt out of school!
Ah, I see. But at least you'll get a course out of the way, right? ^_^ What class will you be taking?
I don't know... I'm wondering if I should majically keep putting off.
Yeah, because that'd be helpful. 9_9
Mentally, yes it really honestly would be. O.o
*head pat* Sorry about that. I'll be praying for you. Are you feeling any better?
Um... Maybe a little? It's all in my head now. And I'm burning up. =/ But... I dunno. My mom has been extremely grumpy all day and it's driving me crazy. And she won't let me rest at all! Gah! Okay, whatever.
:/ Sorry to hear about the tension. Keep praying for her in your head. Hang in there!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kk_QHhv2j94
<3
I haven't listened to the song yet.
Mom is doing a little better.
At the moment I'm doubled over in pain from my tummy. >.< Holy Cow O.o
How are you today?
I'm so sorry, dear heart. :/
I'm doing well today. Right now the most important thing for me to do is continue praising the Lord in all things. His joy surrounds me in a very physical way today. ^_^
How is it a physical way?
Yuck… my fever has been a lot worse this evening O.o and so is my head. Sigh… sorry I keep rambling. :(
But I got mom worked out of her funk.
Just the peace and Rest of being in His presence--knowing Jesus is washing dishes with me, or sitting on the couch with me. *-* I'm spoiled.
Don't worry about rambling; you're just fine. I'm glad to hear your mom is doing a bit better. I pray that you'll be doing better soon. Keep seeking to worship and Rest with Him.
Aheeh... You know you love me Jj. :D
o.O I'm somewhat concerned as to what that could possibly portend... What sort of mischief are youup to, scamp?
Uhh.. work that I didn't intend to get into. :P And I can't go to bed now because dad said I have to stay up and watch X-Files. -_-
-_- Yuck. I'm glad you're spending some time with your dad, but seriously, couldn't you watch something...nice?
What's wrong with the X-Files? This one was about a monster than transforms in the dark and you can't see it in the light. Then it injects people and they become zombies. ^_^ No, what you should ask is why I have to watch anything at all... I know have a migrain. -_-
:/ Sorry to hear that. (And what you're describing sounds exactly like what I would classify as "not nice.") So why did you have to watch something?
Dad said I did. We haven't watched something for quite a while.
Wow... my hacking is twenty times worse. O.o Uhuhuhuhu.... Dad even sais I sounded like I wasn't going to make it/terrible.
:/ I'm sorry to hear it. Hang in there. Has the day gotten any better?
>_< Right now I'm hoping that caffeine in the form of chocolate really does stop headaches...
After 2 seperate trips to town to try and get paint, I got the garage painted. I also put a fresh coat the basketball goal and sprayed the rusting net. It was the most miserable work I have done in a while, but God got me through it definitely. :) 90 degree in direct sun weather... is sick, especially when you already have a fever. At times God gave me a breeze and others he just distracted me. :) I am now all clean and showered and feel much better. Heeeee, God is good at getting us through things. :D I have a couple scrapes and a couple blisters, but I'm doing okay. This is the first time I've gotten to sit down in air conditioning and feel naasty all day.
How was your day?
Humor me and at least take some asprin even if you don't think it will help. And you need about as much caffeine that's in a cup of coffee. A cold wet rag works good too. And drink some hot green tee. I know you hate it, but it's a muscle relaxant. <3
I'm so glad God blessed and sustained you today! And wow, that sounds like a very intense day. Lovely that the two of you had a good time together. ^_^
My day was good, productive. I had the privilege of watching two very well-executed presentations this morning--one on kites, and one on rock candy. I ordered the materials for an upcoming group Bible study. Later, I ventured to a very exciting, helpful shop where I managed to find the last of the supplies necessary for a project; unfortunately, the fragrance in this shop left me with quite a headache. And thank you so much for your excellent advice. *-* (I hope you'll forgive me but I simply cannot bring myself to drink something that tastes like brewed grass clippings.)
I'm looking forward to seeing my sister again tomorrow. She's going to help me with a couple of projects (one of them a baking project) and I will in turn help her with a project. I'm sure my mother will enjoy having dinner with both of us, for the first time in months.
So what did you and the Lord discuss? And how are you doing now?
Uhh.. not much. Just enjoyed each other I think.
I am extremely sleepy. Apart from that, I'm fine.
^_^ Good.
Well... I'm already eaten to death. But the swing set is stained. I scratched painting because the tree house part just needs pulled down (which were not doing right now, but I have no desire to paint a bug infested nasty shack) I was up and staining at 6. Poor Wes... I fell asleep for a while and woke up to mom coming in my room. Aparently Wes got scared and wanted to sleep in my room. =/ Poor guy. So, he was flipping and flopping and ... chewing his nails? .. all night and didn't sleep much. I didn't think about my house bothering him like that. Sigh. He might have just had a bad night too. So, he slept in till 7 and I snuck out of the room. I think my house is a lot better when there's been lots of people in it, though.
Well... you still haven't responded from the last post, but you can be praying for my mom. The stress is making her really sick. =/
I will definitely continuepraying for her, and for you. <3 Jj
Life's been rather hectic and sad on this end recently. I find myself frustrated...and then become frustated by my frustration...and the cycle perpetuates. A large number of mistakes and forgotten details haen't helped my bleak mood. I haven't exactly been a people person for the last few days.
Now, I'm off to my mother's house--to retreive something important that I forgot there yesterday. :/
What makes up the sad part?
I'm sorry Jj. Hopefully this weekend will make it better. I think it will even you don't think so. I think a lot of people would rather have you present than a gift you know. <3
^_^ Thank you for your prayers and kind words, my friend.
The sadness has been a combination of things: growth, lies, stress, healing, and a broken world. But it'll be okay. ^_^
How are you? I'm praying for you today.
I woke up with a headache, but I'll be okay. I really just want to go back to bed. :P I am... still not feeling anything from graduating. It was just a normal day to me and not all *that* exciting. *shrug* =/
<3
I did have lots of fun with friends afterwards though. :)
Congratulations on graduating! ^_^ I'm very proud of you!
And I'm glad you enjoyed spending time with good friends. I'm sure the enjoyed it, too. How are you feeling/doing at this point? What are you and God talking about these days?
I had a very good weekend spending lots of time with good friends, too.
Can I asnwer this in the morning? I am ... not doing good physically. (I'll explain in the morning) And, maybe I will be doing better mentally in the morning too.
Love you. <3
Absolutely. That sounds like a very good idea. I'm praying for you. <3 Jj
I feels lots better. :) I sleeped. I get to go to breakfast with my parents now and maybe go pick out a present... they forgot. ;) Apart from that the only thing new is the two hunormous bites I got through my clothing. I am a lot more allergic than I was last year. O.o I love you lots.
I'm glad to hear you're feeling better in at least that one regard. I'll continue praying about the allergies and your cough.
How are your mind and heart doing?
Apart from being worried about you I'm doing fine. =/ I really want to take a nap... I'm excited about my new toy. :) But... I'm fine. Just tired still mentally, but that's about it and not that bad.
Why are you worried about me? O.o
And what is your new toy?
I gotted an ITouch. :)
Because... I feel horrrible you didn't sleep. :( And you're stressed and sad... *sniff sniff*
I'm off to my grandparents for the night Jj. I love you.
~Psalm 16~
I'm praying for you today, my friend. <3 Jj
I can't sleep. My mind is too sad and I'm too sick and shaky. I think my sugar is really bad. It gets really bad at night. Should I take my meter with us to the trip?
Why are you sad, Imoutochan? I'm praying that you found rest in Jesus, and maybe even some sleep. <3
And yes, it would probably be smarfor you to take your meter on any trips you make. ^_^
No, it was a horrible night. I didn't sleep at all. My mom keeps yelling at me and I hate life right now. -_-
Smarfur?
*laughing at myself* "Smart for."
What's causing the stife? :/
Just keep pressing toward Jesus, dear heart. Keep seeking Him. Trust Him, and imitate His love on the strength of that trust.
Her being grumpy and me not beig able to jp out of bedwith leaps and bounds this morning when she told me to. Ugh... My sugar is horrible!!!
Sorry, friend. Just keep pressing in. ^_^
I haven't been able to get your blogger thing to work for a while. But *poof* it works now. :P
Well I'm very glad it "poofed." ^_^ (Although I'm not sure why it wouldn't work...)
How are you doing, my friend? How can I be praying with you?
I think it will take me quite a while to read that. O.o That song on facebook Go d gives me today. It's been the only thing that's made me smile a little today. =\ I don't know why I like that song so much. And I liked the thunderstorm.
^_^ Take all the time you need. Your comment "sounds" like you could use some serious Rest and sleep. I'll continue praying for you, dear heart. I'm glad Jesus spoke to your mind and spirit today. He supplies for your every need. Just continue clinging to Him, seeking Him, resting before Him--even in the midst of activity. He'll see you through. <3 Jj
Isaiah 54-55:2
^_^
You know that rash I was asking about on my face... well I have poison ivy all under my eye and on my nose. :D
How are you?
O_O Well, I certainly don't have aything as exciting as THAT. How are you doing?
Heeey... I asked you first. My tummy is sick. Apart from that I'm okay.
^_^ Sorry, I read it as humorously sarcastic.
I'm doing well. It's been a strange day--strange as in somewhere between past activities and future activiities. It wasn't a lazy day exactly...but not quite productive either. I spent a lot of time with the Lord though. (I didn't go to church this morning, because I really wanted a break from large groups of people.) ^_^ In short, a strange day.
Alright, I've answered; so how are you doing?
I am annoyed... My parents stole my laptop because theirs broke and now I'm stuck using my iPod... Grrr... Umm I itch. I got really mad at dad because in church after Sunday school I told him I wanted to go to the car because I was about to pass out and he said I could pass out in church and asked more questions... Needless to say being up all night itching to death and having lots
of benadryl in my system made me extremely exhausted (like can't find a bed fastenough) and my sugar was crashed and yeah... I got the first 2 chs of our book read during church finallythough. I was better after a nap tho
:/ That sound like quite a day. How are you and your parents doing at this point? I'm praying for you about this reaction.
*shrug* We are doing normal...
I'm not itchy at the moment so much...
I'm not sleepy
I care about your eyesight, your migraines, and the amount of time you spend with the Lord. Particularly since you find yourself awake this evening, I'd much rather you spend time with Him than spending double time online. It's important, dear heart. <3 Jj
I'm praying for you tonight.
Yeah, but I also have the WHOLE rest of the night to talk to him. I think at some point you need to trust me with my time with God. It's our relationship. However I do appreciate the concern. <3
Well speaking of which, I itch too bad to sleep, upon recently stumbling into a well lighted area I realized I not only have poison ivy under one eye, but inder both, across my nose and forehead, and most likely around my mouth the way it itches. My one arm is also covered in rash as are my hands. There is poison ivy into my eye... So there was poison ivy spores in the fire from the wood. O.o sick... At least I'm going to the doctor today... Please just don't call me stupid. I don't need to hear that right now. :'(
I wouldn't call someone stupid for an accident, and a very unpleasant one. I hope the day gets better, my friend. <3 Jj
Sigh... I wish. They put me on steroids for my poison ivy. What I found out from the pharmicist was what they gave me was prednisone, which I am allergic to and what caused all this present flair-up in the first place! -_- But he said that the poison ivy might not go away without out and that if I still feel like crap in several days to go off of it. [I like my pharmicist... just not doctors who don't read the physical papers I had just handed them that said "Drug Allergies: prednisone"]
Well... I am going to go finish cleaning out the van. Wish me luck!
I've continued prayig for you. How are you feeling?
Moreover, how are you and the Lord doing these days?
I'm doing horrible.
:( I'm very sorry to hear that, my friend. IS the horrible part physical, or are you referring to spiritual as well?
Physical... Mentally cause I'm so sleep deprived. I'm doing a little better for a while until my mood swings. :-/
Keep pressing in toward Jesus, dear heart. Keep fighting the lies that accompany mood swings. <3
That's easy for you to say. When have you ever Been this sleep deprived?
I'm not saying it's easy. I'm trying to encourage. Press in to His strength and protection. It may always be a struggle, but it can become a little less formidable if you deliberately choose to fight every time. I'm sure this isn't easy; I would never intentionally make it sound that way. But it is necessary to try. Keep trusting, dear heart.
But I do fight!
^_^ I know you do. Like I said, I meant my words as encouragement.
I'm continuing to lift you up in prayer, my friend. The Lord will give you Rest and strength, and always, always, His immeasurable love. ^_^
Are we ever going to finish the pooh picture before college? :'(
We can try. I had no idea you wanted to.
Yeah cause I don't want to have to tale down my other one. :(
I have a suprise. My grandma got me these weird animal rubber band bracelet things. But there bunnies. So now I can have a jj bracelet and you can too. And then we have two extras in case they break cause they're kinda flimsy. But they're green and squigly. :)
^_^
Please pray that this pounding headache goes away. >.<
I'm sorry. :( I will. My mommy gived me back my air cleaner. I have a headache too, but not as bad as yours I'm sure. I cleaned all day and I don't like chemicals. =/ But I got to go to the store when my parents left for the day. I got you a suprise, but you'll have to wait a while... until I figure out how in the world I can do this the right way. :) And I got Alisha the awesomest college/birthday present to give her when I eat lunch with her tomorrow. I got my room all clean (well... it's part of my chores) and now have the purifier in it, so maybe it wont get so dusty. My day hasn't been very good. I keep going to start, but I never do, so I think my hormones are just messed up. Because it's been one of those days where you get mad over stupid stuff and then you cry and you get annoyed and then get sad and then you cry some more... and my arm is all tore up. =/ I'm sorry you're feeling so bad Jj. I hope you got to spend some good time on your Jesus date though.
Sorry... I'll go away. =/
:/ I'm sorry you're feeling bad. Hopefully tomorrow is better. I'm continuing to pray for you, dear heart. Rest in the arms of Jesus tonight. <3 Jj
Are you mad at me? :'(
No, friend. Why would I be angry?
I dont know.... Because you're not very talky. But maybe that's cause you don't feel good...
I figured out how to post stuff... it took a long time and it's a complicated process, but I figured it out. :P
^_^ It's good to hear from you. I've been in pain or gone most of the day. Fortunately the headache is gone. (Thank you for your prayers!)
So this special college present for a friend of yours: what's the gift?
Heehee.... the floppiest fuzziest cuddliest froggy you've ever seen. :D It is SO cute.
^_^ Very nice. I hope you have fun!
You should try to sleep, Imoutochan. I'm worried about you.
Why are you worried jj?
Because you don't get much sleep, dear heart. *head pat* You need sleep; and I need sleep. So you should go snuggle with Jesus. <3
But I am...
I feel like throwing up... and I hurt. :'(
I'm sorry, my friend. I'll keep lifting you up before the Lord. <3
I really do need to go rest now. The headache is coming back. Keep worshipping the One who loves yo best and protects you always--including this very moment. He's right there with you, dear heart. Just keep pressing in. <3 Jj
Get better Jj. I love you.
^_^ I love you, too, my friend.
Yay *-*
Ughughugh... Jj... everyone finally left for the day. >.<
How are you doing, my friend? ^_^
I have a really bad headache... and I'm sleepy. That's about it. :P
*head pat* You should go to ed, dear heart. Rest with Jesus.
I don't want to yet... I don't think I'm sleepy enough to sleep. :(
Okay, but you can always just Rest against Him and worship in your thoughts.
How is your heart? I'm continuing to pray for you. Has anything really nice happened recently?
Mmm... counting down days. I'm looking more and more forward to college. I was a little upset that the only ATV race this summer is during my uncle's wedding...
Well, then let's thank God that there will be other ATV races in the future, right? ^_^
Yeah... I just wish I didn't have to wait a year...
lo siento, my friend
I will continue praying for your heart and your mind, as well as your physical body, this evening. <3
Thanks :)
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