Life According to Lois
Sunday, November 20, 2011
Mayhem!!
Thursday, September 15, 2011
New Baby
Monday, December 6, 2010
December Already?!
I included this picture, because I actually got to go to a live Oilers game! It's been waaaaaay too long, and I have missed the excitement of live hockey. This year I have an amazing student assistant who works in my classroom with a little one with Downs syndrome. She had an extra ticket, and asked me to come with her. We had a riot, complete with Tim's coffee, a winning goal with 28 seconds left by the boy wonder Taylor Hall, a tremendous laugh due to the smooch cam at Rexall Place, and lots of great conversation. Thanks, Liane!
Parent-teacher interviews went really well, and I enjoyed meeting some incredible people, and reacquainting myself with some parents whose older children I had taught. I love my class!
This past weekend, John and Tam came to LLB for the church Christmas banquet as my guests. We had lots of fun, complete with MarioKart, gluten-free pretzels (which are delicious), and I just enjoyed their company. However, the banquet reminded me of 6 years ago, when a particular liar accompanied me. After 6 years, the pain has dulled, but it is still there. I will probably always hurt when I think about Bob's betrayal. I am so thankful for the wonderful friends and family who stood by me during that extremely difficult time, and who still stand by me. I am so thankful for Pastor Michael, and Pastor Fish. Forgiveness has freed me; I am not defined by that situation, but by who I am as a child of God.
I am looking forward to what God has for me in the new year. :)
Lois
Saturday, October 9, 2010
Happy Thanksgiving!
Sunday, July 18, 2010
Reno's Update
Here are a few updates on my reno situation! Finally!! The first picture shows the new curtains in my bedroom; I ordered them through Avon, and I really like how girly they are! The bathroom pictures show what a radical change has happened. First, Kelly replaced the outdated light fixture Next, Dave replaced the tub which was a nasty job. He found drywall with plaster over the drywall. I'm sure the drywall with plaster was the latest thing in 1958, when my house was built, but it sure made a colossal mess! He also had to rebuild the wall between the tub and the toilet. Then John put the wainscotting up and installed the sink (another nasty job due to plaster dust, etc). Keith put the towel holders and other fixtures up, Adam put the baseboards and other unfinished trim in, and finally Rachel put a fresh coat of paint on the whole business. The bathroom looks so pretty! It was definitely a family affair. I am so grateful for the radical change in the appearance of the bathroom! Adam actually put the new baseboards in the hallway and in my bedroom.
Thursday, December 31, 2009
Happy New Year!
Well, it's New Year's Eve and I am watching Shrek the Third ... and wondering what to blog about. This past year has been a difficult one for me; and yet, I am reminded of God's blessings in my life. 2009 has been another year of the single life for me which is not without it's challenges. However, I was reminded of all the love in my life this past week, spending time with precious family members.
- Have the bathroom finished.
- Have the floors refinished.
- Have the baseboards installed.
- Become more financially responsible!
- Go on a trip, perhaps out east?!
- Read more for the fun of it.
Happy New Year! I hope to spend more quality time with all of you in the New Year! And thanks Rachel for these incredible pictures of my babies. :)
Lois