We’ve had several deer coming through the yard lately. They’ve been moving about in groups. This one was rushing to join up with her gang.
We are warming up again in these parts so I’ll have to be watering again.
Hats Off to Mothers
On Saturday we had a lovely event at our church in honor of Mothers. We enjoyed special music, skits, and a devotional. For our meal we had tea sandwiches and salads with cupcakes for dessert. That’s me on the right with the Fascinator on for my version of a hat.
On Sunday we had an encouraging church service and after church we went out to lunch with our Colville kids and grands. Josh and Laura sent me this gift that will have a special place in our home.
If you look closely you’ll see each of our children’s names. Such a thoughtful gift.
Happy Monday Everyone. Hope this new week is a good one. I’ll be mowing the acreage today. Spring grass grows fast!
More Love To Thee, O Christ ~ Hymn
More Love To Thee, O Christ
More love to Thee, O Christ,
More love to Thee!
Hear Thou the prayer I make
On bended knee.
This is my earnest plea—
More love, O Christ, to Thee;
More love to Thee,
More love to Thee!
Once earthly joy I craved,
Sought peace and rest;
Now Thee alone I seek,
Give what is best.
This all my prayer shall be—
More love, O Christ to Thee;
More love to Thee,
More love to Thee!
Let sorrow do its work,
Send grief or pain;
Sweet are Thy messengers,
Sweet their refrain,
When they can sing with me—
More love, O Christ, to Thee;
More love to Thee,
More love to Thee!
Then shall my latest breath
Whisper Thy praise;
This be the parting cry
My heart shall raise;
This still its prayer shall be—
More love, O Christ to Thee;
More love to Thee,
More love to Thee!
Words: Elizabeth P. Prentiss, 1856.
Awana Awards Night
Our little Cubbie enjoyed her first Awana Awards night on Wednesday. Cubbies are the 3 to 5 year old group.
She really lights up for her friend.
She had lots of fans in the audience to watch her receive her award.
Approved Workmen Are Not Ashamed, AWANA. 2 Timothy 2:15 is the theme verse.
There were hotdogs, chips, cookies, lemonade and games for the kids outside after the Awards Ceremony.
JJ enjoyed himself.
On Thursday our temps got up into the 80’s! Our community participated in the National Day of Prayer at the Colville Courthouse lawn. Several pastors including ours prayed for different groups, our government, our schools, law enforcement and military, our familes, our businesses, and our churches. Stevens County Commissioners read a declaration pertaining to the National Day of Prayer.
We have a busy few days ahead of us here at our Country Bungalow. Do you have any plans for Mother’s Day Weekend?
Thursday Bible Verse Challenge – The Psalms
A new month and a new challenge for anyone who would like to participate. For the month of May and June please share any verse or verses from The Psalms in the comments. I will post your selection below. Hope you will be encouraged in reading the Truth from The Psalms.
Psalm 4:4
Be angry, and so not sin; ponder in your own hearts on your beds, and be silent.
In my Bible I had a note to see Ephesians 4:26-27 in relation to this verse in Psalms 4.
Ephesians 4:26-27
Be angry and do not sin; do not let the sun go down on your anger, and give no opportunity to the devil.
From Barbara:
For me, it is Psalm 121 that brings comfort. The last verse especially..’The Lord will keep you from all harm, He will watch over your life.’
From Maristella:
When I said, “My foot is slipping,”
your unfailing love, Lord, supported me.
Psalm 94:18
From Vera in memory of our dear Mom:
“Bless the Lord, O my soul, and all that is within me, bless his holy name! Bless the Lord, O my soul, and forget not all his benefits, who forgives all your iniquity, who heals all your diseases, who redeems your life from the pit, who crowns you with steadfast love and mercy, who satisfies you with good so that your youth is renewed like the eagle’s.”
Psalm 103:1-5 ESV
From Karen:
Psalm 19:14 KJV Let the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart, be acceptable in the sight, O Lord, my strength, and my redeemer.
The Merry Month of May Hodgepodge
Our first Wednesday Hodgepodge in the Merry Month of May. Thank you to Jo for asking the questions.
1. What’s something you ‘may’ do this month?
Our church is having an auction of many items donated by our congregation to raise money for special projects our missionaries need support with. I just may bid on something at the auction. One item I’ve seen already is an English Tea for 8 guests put on in your home. That sounds like fun.
And…maybe I’ll refill our hanging baskets with some fresh potting soil and flowers.
2. Last time you literally or figuratively shouted mayday!?
During the event we were in charge of a few weeks ago I shouted quietly to my right hand man (Dear) to grab something, lend a hand, or run to the store. Mayday! Mayday!
3. Let the chips fall where they may, come what may, maybe, Cape May, mayflies, devil may care, you may now kiss the bride, much to our dismay, mayhem, mayonnaise…choose a ‘may’ word or phrase from the list and tell us how it relates to your life in some way right now.
In the current climate of our world (and any time) it’s a comfort to believe in Almighty God who holds our future in His hands so I’ll say, ‘come what may’. And may we be prepared by drawing closer and closer to Him for whatever comes our way.
4. If someone were serving you breakfast in bed this weekend, what would you like to see on the menu?
Something easy to deal with in bed. A nice egg scramble with veggies and ham served in a croissant with strawberries on the side and a big cup of black coffee.
5. Tell me one true thing you believe about motherhood.
That God uses motherhood to make us more like Christ and to help us understand His love for us.
6. Insert your own random thought here.
Happy Cinco de Mayo everyone!
Spring at Our Country Bungalow
This very pregnant mama deer was lounging in our yard for a full day last week.
I think she’s going to have twins.
We see this hawk flying above our area regularly. I had to zoom way in to capture it sitting at the top of a tree.
Our resident swallows have returned.
The rhubarb bush has exploded!
The earliest of our peonies that will flower are the red ones.
It has been fun to see these Johnny jump ups appear all over our property. They are such a sweet flower.
Hope May is bringing some sweet blooms in your corner of the world.
Leftovers…I love them.
We have had some amazing weather in our parts that make our grass grow faster and the need to mow more frequent. I’ll be mowing again today. We had some visits from some local deer recently and I’ll be uploading those photos soon to share.
Hope May is starting well for you!
Hail the Day That Sees Him Rise ~ Hymn
Hail the Day That Sees Him Rise
Hail the day that sees Him rise, Alleluia!
To His throne above the skies, Alleluia!
Christ, the Lamb for sinners giv’n, Alleluia!
Enters now the highest heav’n, Alleluia!
There for Him high triumph waits, Alleluia!
Lift your heads, eternal gates, Alleluia!
Christ hath conquered death and sin, Alleluia!
Take the King of glory in, Alleluia!
Circled round with angel powers, Alleluia!
Their triumphant Lord, and ours, Alleluia!
Conqueror over death and sin, Alleluia!
Take the King of glory in! Alleluia!
Him though highest Heav’n receives, Alleluia!
Still He loves the earth He leaves, Alleluia!
Though returning to His throne, Alleluia!
Still He calls us all His own, Alleluia!
See! He lifts His hands above, Alleluia!
See! He shows the prints of love, Alleluia!
Hark! His gracious lips bestow, Alleluia!
Blessings on His church below, Alleluia!
Still for us He intercedes, Alleluia!
His atoning death He pleads, Alleluia!
Near Himself prepares our place, Alleluia!
He the first fruits of our race, Alleluia!
Master, (will we ever say), Alleluia!
Taken from our head to day, Alleluia!
See Thy faithful servants, see, Alleluia!
Ever gazing up to Thee, Alleluia!
Grant, though parted from our sight, Alleluia!
Far above yon azure height, Alleluia!
Grant our hearts may thither rise, Alleluia!
Seeking Thee beyond the skies, Alleluia!
Ever upward let us move, Alleluia!
Wafted on the wings of love, Alleluia!
Looking when our Lord shall come, Alleluia!
Longing, gasping after home, Alleluia!
There we shall with Thee remain, Alleluia!
Partners of Thy endless reign, Alleluia!
There Thy face unclouded see, Alleluia!
Find our heaven of heavens in Thee, Alleluia!
Words: Charles Wesley and Thomas Cotterill
The Presents and Cake
This is a long post as I included all the rest of the fun we had at JJ’s fishing birthday party and the 2nd party on that day for his Uncle Andrew. The venues changed but the fun continued.
When it was time for present opening our little fisherman was getting very tired from all the excitement and he quickly had a melt down but then daddy stepped in and held him and helped him through.
He was pretty disappointed with that underwear but don’t worry Baba and Gramps bought you a bicycle, too.
The fish cake that JJ’s mommy made for him was really cool. The sand is graham cracker crumbs.
Happy 2nd birthday to our precious grandson. He is full of life. He has a few clear words but regardless has many a tale to tell and we are excited for the day the words become clear and we understand the whole story. He loves to do whatever big sister is doing. He enjoys food and is verbal while eating letting everyone know his enjoyment. He loves sticks and rocks and yard equipment.
After cake and before his nap there was time to play with some of the new toys he got for his birthday.
After naps the party venue moved to our country bungalow for a belated Steak birthday dinner for Uncle Andrew who was another year older the week before.
We had birthday pie!
The other birthday boy got to try some Root Beer!
What a fun full day we all had.
The Happy Wonderer ~ ellen b. 