Wednesday, March 16, 2011

Rooster Records

I have a dream swirling around in my head to start a record label.
Why not...my life's kinda boring right now.
A family of amazing bands.
Roosters...screaming hope in the dark!
The world needs a great record label.
One that doesn't suck the life out of bands.
Who wants in?

Friday, March 11, 2011

FTFO

Those are the letters on the knuckles of the dude sitting across from me right now.
I asked him about it. He said it stands for F#@$ THE F#%$ OFF
Not really sure that makes a lot of grammatical sense but we've had a pretty amazing conversation for the last hour.
He said he's tried to live like a ghost for the last year.
Completely off the grid...no connection to anyone or anything.
He got his heart broke and lost his kids...sucky situation.
I'm listening and looking.
I pray for opportunities.
Thanks for always being faithful God!
When someone asks to use your computer to charge an ipod and they look homeless...let em...say hi...see what happens.

I dislike the number 170.4

It's an odd number to dislike but it has been my nemesis!
For over a month I've been stuck at this weight. I've hit 170.4 on multiple occasions...this morning being the most recent encounter with defeat.
First thought this morning after stepping on the scale was a super shot of Metamucil in my coffee and let nature take its course! I just need to see a 6 as the second number.
The day I look down and see 169.9 I'm throwin a party. Not the kind of party that Sean caters with delicious food...that wouldn't make much sense. It's going to be the kind of party that just involves me and a couple fist pumps.
Can't wait...I'll let you know

Thursday, March 10, 2011

Last diaper

We've reached a significant milestone as parents.
The LAST DIAPER!!!!!
Zeke turns 8 in April so this marks the first time in 8 years without changing diapers.
Moses is now officially rockin' undies and pull ups.
We're still experiencing about one accident a day but it feels like the worst of it is over.
We've done it all...
Cloth with pins
Cloth with covers
G-Diapers with cloth
G-Diapers with inserts
Regular Diapers
Pull ups
Swimmers
It's a big day for the Lances.
Celebrate milestones!
Moral of story...
If you're in the middle of a poop season know that it can be over in 8 years :)

Wednesday, March 09, 2011

Stay persistent

Today was the day that I gave in.
I've been asked 4,072 times.
It's made sense every time.
It makes no sense that I haven't done it yet.
Every time I tell them...I know...I know.

Today I registered my Starbucks card.
I get a tall black bold coffee almost every day...$1.50...don't judge me :)
This will give me free refills and free coffee on occasion.
Makes sense. It's not rocket science.
I think I'm addicted to the ritual of pulling $2 out of my pocket and always walking around with 50 cents. I'm weird.

Moral of the story. Don't give up. Stay persistent. You never know the day that something will click for someone. Keep asking. Keep knocking. Keep seeking. Keep scratching and clawing. One day it will happen. Be encouraged!
Thanks Starbucks. You have my heart for life :)

Tuesday, March 08, 2011

Want a dog?

Today we got the blood test back from Moses' allergy test.
Milk, eggs, soy, cats, dogs, walnuts.
Bummer.
Time for Scarlet to go.
Anyone in the market for a Morky?
Half Maltese / Half Yorkie
Cute dog...licks the air for no reason...eats kleenex
Doesn't shed...poops small...eats mostly cheerios and rice...
Unless you don't have kids. Then she will probably eat dog food.
Let me know.

Saturday, March 05, 2011

Opportunities

Sitting with Alyssa and Moses in an office two days ago getting some blood work done for Mo's allergies. Older lady is hacking and sounding like she's on the verge of death...I'm annoyed...no compassion, no mercy, just annoyance. Holy Spirit prompts me to pray for her...really...now...I'm annoyed...that would be weird...I'll do it quietly. Walked out. Missed opportunity.

Later I'm in the office and Nicolle Garbutt comes in. She leaves for 4th brain surgery in a day. Holy Spirit prompts me to pray...I obey...bring God to the middle of the situation...his heart is shared with Nicole. I stepped in. Kingdom opportunity.

Everyday you are faced with choices to choose in our out to the voice of the Lord that directs your life. I walk away too much. Learning to choose in.

Thursday, March 03, 2011

Kingdom Healing Confernce

Just got back from 3 days at Risen King...conference was amazing.
I saw a guy that I prayed for at the last conference a year ago. He's a church planter in New York. Last year he came forward for prayer from chronic pain he had in his left knee that he had for years. I prayed for him and God completely took the pain away. Year later...still no pain! God is awesome.
God spoke some pretty significant things over the time. I was really encouraged and refreshed. The whole Randall crew (minus Whitney) were there. So good to hang with Andrew and Caleb. So proud of the men they've become.
Felt like I received a ton of faith and a new desperation and expectation for God.
Looking forward to this next season!