I’ve Been Tagged…..

My friend Sally tagged me. She is my younger “twin”. Although Dw brought up an interesting point, if we are twins, why can’t we just be her age? Good point babe! I like how ya’ think!

So the idea is that I am supposed to share SEVEN random or weird facts about myself. Only seven weird facts? Hmmmm, what to share….I am overtired and feeling punchy so maybe I should type this in the morning, or at least edit it in the morning before I post it, because I am truly feeling very random at the moment. =)

Random and Weird Facts about Me:

1. I bite my nails. I have tried to stop a bazillion, kajillion times over the last almost 5-0 years, but have not yet (I am still an optimistic gal) been able to give it up. I have tried just about everything to stop. But my theory is if the good Lord didn’t want us biting them they would have been made of steel, titanium or dog poop.

2. I love to square dance (and no I do not have some cute little square dance outfit – just a good ol’ pair of jeans, sweet shirt and of course a pair of cowboy boots!) My family is having a big 5-0 birthday bash for me next month (the church will be invited, as well as family and friends) complete with square dance caller! Yeee Haww!

3. I love balloons. I just think they are the funnest, happiest, partiest thing in the world. I have told that sweet hubby of mine, that should I pass away before him one day, make sure there are lots and lots and lots of balloons at my funeral. I will have just met my sweet Savior face to face – who has given me far more than I deserve while being my Comfort, Shelter, Healer, Protector, Advocate, Strong Tower, Warrior, and Faithful Friend (just for starters) through both the most difficult time and the most joyous times of my life. That would be cause for a mighty big balloon-type celebration!!

4. I burned through my first set of pots and pans by the time I was married one year. For the longest time there was a sign that hung in our kitchen that said, “Dinner will be Served When the Smoke Alarm Goes Off”. I needed a microwave long before they were invented, I wanted everything cooked fast and turned the heat up on HIGH, no matter what. On my first wedding anniversary I got my second set of pans. I’ve slowed down my rate of working through the pans, but have definitely had a few sets over the last 30 years.

5. We lost four little ones over a 10 year period, with no live births in that ten years -Timothy, Andrea, Meghan and John all get to live with Jesus and we figure that’s a pretty cool place to grow up, too. Infact this past February our friend Bryan was dying….the day before he went to be with the Lord I told him when he got to heaven to please go find those four kiddos of ours and play with them for us till we get there….I’m sure he is!

6. When we pastored in Virginia and North Carolina I never ran our air conditioner. I love the heat and humidity and thought it was awesome!! My idea of a favorite weather day is 98 degrees and 100% humidity – perfect!! One day when it was just that and Tyler said to me, “Do you realize you are the only woman in the state of Virginia who doesn’t have her air on?” Yup, got that and lovin’ every sticky second of it.

7. I am a bit OCD about shaving my legs. That’s why it was such a big deal that I didn’t for a day or two while on the cruise a couple of months ago. If I take 3 showers a day, I usually shave each time. I can’t help myself, I like it that my sweet husband hasn’t ever found a nub. He likes it too! =)

Now I get to tag seven people…..Woot Woot!!

1. I am tagging my friend Lori. She just left Friday with her family to head home to Kansas and we all miss them very much! The week just went waaaay too fast! (Colorado is calling you home!! – Hear it whispering – Come back! Come back! Come back!) They are just some of the “funnest” people in the world and we feel privileged to know them. Even Dw said, “I just really like them soooo much!” (Ya’ know guys they just don’t usually get all mushified about friends….)

2. My sweet friend, Jen, who the Lord sends to encourage me at just the right time on an almost daily basis. Her enthusiasm is contagious! She is passionate about kids, orphans, adoption and pleasing God…what a breath of fresh air! Love you Jeff-i-ner – and BTW – Happy Birthday!! 😉

3. My friend, Marianthe, who is waiting for word that it is finally(!) time to come get her miracle son, Creighton Gideon, in Guatamala. Her husband serves our country and together they make one awesome Godly, military family!

4. My friend, Rebecca, who is also the wife of a military man. (Can you tell I just love military families? They are so selfless and my heart just respects them all soooo much!!!) Last year Rebecca and a bunch of her friends (including me!) were praying that God would move mountains and He totally did and her precious little girl is home with her forever family! Rebecca is a courageous mom with two adorable little girls from Ch*na who both have Thalassemia! You rock Rebecca!

5. My friend, Jean, who just got her LOA Friday – Yippeee Jesus! Married for over 26 years they could be settling into the empty nest soon, but instead are adding #7 to the flock!! GO FOR IT!! I love when people do crazy things for God – Do It! Do It! Do It!!! She is such a blessing and I am honored to call her friend!

6. My blogger friend, Marsha. Although she has no children (yet!) she is the coolest auntie I have ever seen. I wish my kids had an aunt like her.

7. My new friend, Amie, although she just got tagged also. Although I barely know her, she is just a really fun new friend and I love stopping by her blog.

2 thoughts on “I’ve Been Tagged…..

  1. Wow-It has been a pleasure to read your blog-what a beautiful family you have. We have four children ( one of whom God lead us to in China) and we are praying for God’s guidance as we face the future and where He would have us go. Our children beg us to go back to China and we are waiting on direction from the Lord. I am looking forward to reading more of your blog. May God bless you all!
    Angel

  2. Linn-
    Can you believe I am just getting around to reading this. Man you must think I am a shmuck! I have been neglecting all friends bloggy these past few weeks. Much craziness going on here. Did I mention my husband leaves for china in 2 days to get our son???? AHHHH!!!

    Linn, first off, I am touched that you tagged me girl! And if you read my tag, you know how I feel about the TAG, so you know I’m for real when I say I am touched. I am so hoping my TAG can count.. cuz I am fresh out of fun facts.

    But HOw I do love your random facts. I LOVE the fact that you used the word partiest! That you love to square dance, cuase I am a secret square dancer wanna-be. I LOVE country music.. and so wish I could dance to it, but have never been to a square dance. Hey, can that count as one fun fact? I am not with you on the AC. Need to be cool all the time. Hormone issues maybe? hey, fact 2! Fact 3, burned my first set of pans too. And I set off the smoke alarm on a regular basis,So much that I am afraid when it is a real fire, the kiddos won’t know it. um, that’s 4. Totally OCD about my legs too. (5) I am so sorry to hear about your 4 angels, but so happy they are where we long to be, with our Savior! That makes me smile!
    Man, I owe you two more… hmmm…. I am a chocohaulic(6).. It might be more of an addiction, and one I am not interested in getting help for. And I cannot keep a plant alive to save my life..(7) And the song playing is one of my favorites!!Days of Elijah!!! okay.. so there you go. Hopefully this counts as a completed TAG and I made up for not getting to this until now. And maybe I will win a prize while I am at it, for worlds longest comment.sheesh!

    Girl, you have blessed me today with this post. It made me smile. And love you even more! When I get a little time to myself this weekend, after Jeff takes off, I am going to come back here and spend more time getting to know you better… I know I will be blessed for it!

    Have a Happy Day!

    Lots of Love!!

    🙂
    Amie

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