Am I a Fool?

Found this great post HERE.

1. A foolish woman is easily enticed by the world. "If sinners entice you, do not consent. If they say . . . ‘We shall find all precious goods, we shall fill our houses with plunder; throw in your lot among us; we will all have one purse” . . . do not walk in the way with them; hold back your foot from their paths” (1:10–15). A woman easily enticed by the world is also often materialistic and ambitious for success by the world’s standards. She allows worldly philosophies to shape her understanding about everything. For such a woman, self-esteem and self-worth can seem to her more valuable than following Christ in a lifestyle of self-denial.



2. A foolish woman believes the lie that security lies in material blessings: "Whoever trusts in his riches will fall, but the righteous will flourish like a green leaf" (11:28).


3. A foolish woman hates knowledge. She is one who shuns, ignores, disdains, scorns, or rationalizes away biblical wisdom and counsel. She lives by the dictates of her emotions, and she insists on fulfilling her personal desires and believes that her way of thinking is always the right way. To such a woman Proverbs asks, “How long, O simple ones, will you love being simple? How long will scoffers delight in their scoffing and fools hate knowledge?” (1:22).


4. A foolish woman is complacent. A complacent woman is contented with a mediocre Christian life. She fails to grasp the truth that there is no middle road, no fence-sitting, when it comes to discipleship; we are at all times either going forward or going backward. “The complacency of fools will destroy them” (1:32).

5. A foolish woman is lazy. Go to the ant, O sluggard; consider her ways, and be wise" (6:6). The ant-like principle of industriousness applies equally to spiritual matters and to every other area of our lives. Proverbs issues a call to exercise ourselves toward wisdom and good judgment in all our ways and relationships. Foolish women tend to sit back and wait for it all to just magically happen.


6. A foolish woman is sinfully independent. She seeks autonomy from God and others. “A man who isolates himself seeks his own desire; he rages against all wise judgment” (18:1)

Carlisle Meet

Here is the latest gym meet video...so proud of our girls!

Happy Birthday Mom!

The kids & I returned from visiting my parents yesterday. It was nice to lay around, chat, see Gnomeo & Juliet and watch Jenna compete in the Niagara Cup. She did great & got 2nd on vault, 4th on bars and 6th all around! I was so proud of her!

It was also nice to see my gymnastics coaches and catch up with them. The kids were a bit tired & difficult for me at times, but honestly it was all worth it to see the kids enjoy being with Gege & Papa.

Thanks mom & dad for going out of your way to make our stay special. From reading to Madison about World War 1, taking the kids to Niagara Falls and to a movie, playing checkers with Matthew, and getting them their favorite cereal.You created memories for them that they & I will always cherish.

And Happy Birthday Mom! Enjoy your day! I love you!

A Nice Surprise

It's Monday morning. I just finished Bible, Geography & Science and was giving Madison her spelling test when I heard honking outside. When I looked outside I saw the Hip-Hop van and shouted "Daddy's home!" He & Christian appeared on our front porch...my husband with these beautiful flowers in his hand. My immediate thought..."I don't deserve these flowers".
The past couple weeks have been very difficult for Bill & I. He has literally been working non-stop...games, reading programs, open practices, etc. He has had no time to be home with us...and honestly...it stinks. He's beyond exhausted. Me...well lets just say being with the kids 24/7 can wear on you a little. We miss him. Adrienne cried last night because she "missed daddy". "I miss him too", I told her.
I always wait up for Bill after his games. Partly because I know it blesses him and partly because I can't sleep until I know he's home safe. Last night he got home and our conversation quickly went downhill until I was taking out all my frustration of the day on him. It was not pretty & he in no way deserved my rant. I was angry at him for having to work so much. (You would think in moments like this I would remember that he works so hard so that I can be home with my kids!!!) He was patient with me & waited for me to cool down & I eventually apologized...but I was sad that I behaved that way. This home is our haven...a safe place, a place Bill enjoys coming home to after working all day & all night...and I want to keep it that way. So thank you honey for blessing me today with the visit & flowers...it meant so much & reminded me of God's grace to me. Instead of getting from Bill anger, opposition, sarcastic comments, guilt trips, bitterness, and the silent treatment...he gave me flowers.
This is love...and I am overwhelmed by it today.

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