Nattie Writes

(Originally published by Nattie on September 27, 2003)

1. My name is Natalie, but most everyone calls me Nat or Nattie.
2. I am 29 and holding (by the calendar I’ll be 30 this December–but I’m not celebrating it. ;o) )
3. I live in Small Town USA, Ind.–population less than 7,000
4. I have been married for over five years to my hubby.
5. We got married in Las Vegas.
6. I have a five yo son named Jonathan.
7. I have a three yo daughter named Anna.
8. I used to wear contacts daily but I’m getting less vain as I get older.

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(Originally published by Nattie on September 27, 2003)
“Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.”–Matthew 11:28-30
What does that mean to you?
Copyright Natalie Rose York

(Originally published by Nattie on September 26, 2003)
Is there some non-addictive energy in a bottle? I’m tired–again!
On an up note, I got my new glasses. They are purty. They are a translucent blue on one side and pink on the other, so when you look at them you see…putple! They are a cat’s eye shape. I like them.
I’m also starting to think Jonathan has more than a speech and language delay going on. *sigh* I’ve always known he was a special guy, but he has been a major handful lately. I don’t know what to do for him. I’m not fond of people who medicate their children because they don’t want to parent. *sigh* So, I am praying.
So, that is my life in a nutshell–I’m tired, I got new glasses, my son is a pain. )
Copyright Natalie Rose York

(Originally published by Nattie on September 25, 2003)
I’ve been singing the praises of fall and the cooler weather. Then I had to go through my children’s winter clothes and shoes. Apparently they have both had a growth spurt.
Shoes bought three months ago no longer fit. All my son’s pants look like waders. My daughter is outfited for spring, but not doing so well in the fall/winter department. I have a drawer full of children’s socks and maybe only a half dozen fit either of them.
~ Where is the clothing fairy when you need her? ~
Copyright Natalie Rose York

(Originally published by Nattie on September 25, 2003)
The day ended on a better note.
I didn’t get anyone to watch the kids, but I did wake hubby up and ask him to take Jonathan to speech therapy. While they were gone, Anna and I laid down and took a nap. That helped some. I still have a headache, but it hasn’t gone into a full-blown migraine yet.
I went to a neat workshop at the library tonight. It is called “Ready to Learn” and is sponsored by PBS. It is about being discerning about what your children watch, and using the shows they do watch as a springboard for more learning.

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I am thankful that my baby grew up to be a better writer than I. If not for Natalie’s ability to reach out and connect with the world as she did, I would never have “met” so many of you who have helped me bear up under the grief of her passing.
As difficult as that has been to understand, it is no easier to express my gratitude to and for each of you.
Have a Blessed Thanksgiving Day! And hug your children…early and often!

(Originally published by Nattie on September 25, 2003)
I was sharing my favorite Bible verses with an online journaling group, and I thought I’d share them with you, too.
~ “The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.”–Psalm 34:18
~ “Because of the Lord’s great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.”–Lamentations 3:22-23
~ “When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and when you pass through the rivers, they will not sweep over you. When you walk through the fire, you will not be burned; the flames will not set you ablaze.”–Isaiah 43:2

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(Originally published by Nattie on September 25, 2003)
Yes, there is always a flip side, even if it is covered by muck and grime.
What are you thankful for today?
I try to answer this, even when I don’t feel thankful, so….

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(Originally published by Nattie on September 24, 2003)
Today is not starting well.
~ I have a headache.
* I feel grouchy and prickly.
~ I just want to be alone.
* Jonathan has already pooped his pants.
~ Yes, he is five, and we still have problems with b.m. (

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(Originally published by Nattie on September 23, 2003)
I need thee,
oh, I need thee;
ev’ry hour I need Thee!
Oh, bless me now,
my Savior;
I come to Thee!
written by Robert Lowry & Annie S. Hawks
Copyright Natalie Rose York