January 06, 2009
It must have worked
(Originally published by Nattie on April 23, 2004)
The rain went away for a bit, so my son's repeatedly singing "Rain, rain, go away!" must have worked. We were able to go outside for a bit yesterday. Then had to come back in because someone doesn't like it when I enforce boundaries. :-( When will they learn? After we came inside I stood at my kitchen window and watched a birdy couple build a birdy nest. The other day we got to watch a momma robin digging for worms while papa robin stood guard. I'm not a bird person, but I do enjoy watching nature as it should be. :-)
Continue reading "It must have worked"
Posted by Nattie's Daddy at 09:40 AM | Comments (0)
January 05, 2009
The Lord is close to the brokenhearted
(Originally published by Nattie on April 23, 2004)
Please continue to pray for Mel. I received an email today that the doctor has told her she is losing the baby.
The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit. ~ Psalm 34:18
Copyright Natalie Rose York
(Daddy's note: This photo was taken in 2006 on the occasion of Natalie's last visit with her high school friend Melanie in California. Given the date of the entry above, it appears that your prayers were answered...If my assumptions are incorrect, Nattie's Mom will let me know. Stay tuned.)
Posted by Nattie's Daddy at 08:24 AM | Comments (2)
January 03, 2009
April Reads
(Originally published by Nattie on April 22, 2004)
1~ A Day to Pick Your Own Cotton by Michael Phillips
2~ Thou Shalt Not Grill by Tamar Myers
3~ Discipline - The Glad Surrender by Elisabeth Elliott
4~ Bunnicula by Deborah and James Howe
5~ The Secret of the Old Clock by Carolyn Keene
6~ Down the Garden Path by Dorothy Cannell
7~ Sometimes, I Wake Up Grumpy...And Sometimes I Let Him Sleep by Karen Scalf Linamen
8~ Mrs. Jeffries Dusts for Clues by Emily Brightwell
9~ Booked to Die by John Dunning
10~ The Master Quilter by Jennifer Chiaverini
11~ Miss Julia Meets Her Match by Ann B. Ross
12~ Life Goes On by Philip Gulley
13~ Guardian of the Horizon by Elizabeth Peters
14~ Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone by J.K. Rowling
15~ Evanly Choirsby Rhys Bowen
16~ Death at Bishop's Keep by Robin Paige
Copyright Natalie Rose York
Posted by Nattie's Daddy at 01:22 PM | Comments (0)
January 02, 2009
TGIF
(Originally published by Nattie on April 30, 2004)
Not much going on in Small Town, USA today. Except more rain. I did go to the library and picked up some books on the sale table.
~ Alpine Decoy by Mary Daheim
~ The Anodyne Necklaceby Martha Grimes
~ The Coming Home Quilt by Joanna Hampton
~ The Secrets of Sadie Maynard by Linda Anderson
~ The Gift of Honor by Gary Smalley and John Trent
Posted by Nattie's Daddy at 08:24 AM | Comments (0)
January 01, 2009
Forgot to answer...
(Originally published by Nattie on April 22, 2004)
a few more questions I've received:
From Jamie—
1. Worst movie ever? Why? Just about anything by Adam Sandler. No, I guess that isn't right, because I have enjoyed his gentler comedies like "the Wedding Singer," but most of his others make me want to stab my eyes out with knives so I can stop the pain. I'm just not into his brand of humor. Yet I can watch "SNL." Go figure.
2. What is something you collect and why? Cows, Tiggers and Books are the three things I collect most. I don't remember how I got started on cows. I guess I just love the black-and-white jersey cow. I received my first Tigger for my 16th birthday from my then boyfriend. There is no turning back. Tigger represents something I want to be—bouncy, trouncy and fun. Books have been my constant and faithful friends for years. I can't get enough of them. Parting with them is painful.
3. How does the knowledge that you have access to God affect your daily life? Since being diagnosed with chronic depression I've had to rely more on God every day. I would never have made it this far without God and his grace. In fact I sometimes wonder if God didn't allow this thorn because I was so good at clipping along at my own pace and only paying him service at my convenience. I'm thankful then if that is the case because the reward of being one of God's chosen ones is so much greater than any other reward that the world offers.
From Tiff—
1. Favorite animated film For years I loved the Disney movies such as "Beauty and the Beast," "The Little Mermaid," "Lion King," "Aladdin," etc. But my-all time favorite that stands the test of time is..."Pete's Dragon."
2. Favorite author/book Oy! Do I have to pick just one? If so, I'd have to pick...Laura Ingalls Wilder. I collect her works. Not just the Little House series, but her articles she wrote for the local paper. I've also visited her home in Missouri. I keep a picture of her writing desk next to my desk. She is a major role model for me.
3. Favorite singing group Again, just one?! I don't listen to many "groups." I tend to like single artists, but my favorite groups are Mercy Me, No Doubt, The Dixie Chicks, and Third Day.
Copyright Natalie Rose York
Posted by Nattie's Daddy at 08:49 AM | Comments (0)
December 31, 2008
Happy B-day, Mrs. Potts
(Originally published by Nattie on December 31, 2003)
Another Birthday! Today it is my friend, Skipper's birthday. Happy Birthday, Mrs. Potts. (She is the pot and I am the kettle).
Love, Sister Kettle
Posted by Nattie's Daddy at 10:07 AM | Comments (1)
December 30, 2008
April showers
(Originally published by Nattie on April 21, 2004)
We are getting our april showers. Actually I don't know that shower is the appropriate word. I think april the-sky-has-split-open-and-we-are-building-an-ark-ers would be more appropriate. No flooding yet. We needed the rain, but my son is running around singing, "rain, rain, go away" and wondering why the sky isn't listening to him. Then he has to ask me why over and over and over again. So if you see a woman running screaming down the street because someone asked her one too many "why" questions, that would be me. Don't worry, I'm sure my sanity will be restored at some point. Maybe when the kids are in college. Maybe.
Copyright Natalie Rose York
Posted by Nattie's Daddy at 08:20 AM | Comments (0)
December 29, 2008
AACK!
(Originally published by Nattie on December 29, 2003)
I forgot my amiga's birthday! *slaps head* Go wish,Angie, a happy birthday. She is getting closer to the big 3-0!! I think this year she is 29 and holding. Happy Birthday, Amiga!
Copyright Natalie Rose York
Posted by Nattie's Daddy at 08:51 AM | Comments (0)
December 27, 2008
The whiny nattie
(Originally published by Nattie on April 19, 2004)
...has taken over my body. So I might not post for a bit. I don't want to listen to myself whine and I doubt anyone else does either. LOL! So once I kick the whiny nattie out of residence, I'll try to post something inspiring or funny...or at least something not whiny.
Copyright Natalie Rose York
Posted by Nattie's Daddy at 03:26 PM | Comments (0)
December 26, 2008
Answers
(Originally published by Nattie on April 17, 2004)
I know everyone else answered their questions in their comments section, but I like to be different so I'll answer them here. :-)
Chris asked:
1. How are you feeling? Pretty good minus bad blood pressure and allergies. At least my moods are fairly stable.
2. Are you going to homeschool your angels? Not formally. I'd love to, but don't think I have it in me and hubby isn't for it. He's of the mind that public school was fine for him so it is fine for his kids. I'm praying though. ;-)
3. Did you know that there is a new Miss Julia book out? Yes! I'm reading it right now—Miss Julia Meets Her Match by Ann B. Ross. I love Miss Julia.
Posted by Nattie's Daddy at 08:15 AM | Comments (0)
December 25, 2008
Merry Christmas!
Thanks to each of you for honoring Natalie's memory and helping to keep it alive in your hearts and ours.
Peace on Earth, Good Will and Blessings to all!
Posted by Nattie's Daddy at 12:37 AM | Comments (3)
December 24, 2008
Crazy Busy
(Originally published by Nattie on April 16, 2004)
I've been crazy busy in a weird sort of way, if that makes sense.
I continued my cleaning spree yesterday and tackled some big projects. I also spent a lot of time outside with the kids. Then I went to a Pampered Chef bridal party this morning. The rest of the day was spent outside. I read while the kids played. It was nice to take a break from cleaning. We are expecting some rain so I'll have plenty of time to continue my spree then.
I will be back Monday to answer my questions. So if you have any more throw 'em at me.
Copyright Natalie Rose York
Posted by Nattie's Daddy at 09:00 AM | Comments (0)
December 23, 2008
Come one, come all...
(Originally published by Nattie on April 15, 2004)
and ask me THREE questions.
I found this on Heather's Site.
***************************************************************
I want everyone who reads this to ask me three questions, no more no less.
Ask me anything you want.
Then I want you to go to your journal, copy and paste this allowing your friends (including myself) to ask you anything.
***************************************************************
This could be dangerous. Very dangerous. Especially if Jojo gets involved.
TTFN,
Copyright Natalie Rose York
Posted by Nattie's Daddy at 08:21 AM | Comments (0)
December 22, 2008
just swingin'
(Originally published by Nattie on April 14, 2004)
I'm trying to get back into the swing of things. Isn't it funny how a couple of days of illness can totally throw your house into disarray?! Well, there is a reason for that. God love him...my hubby.
Tuesday when I couldn't scrape myself off the bathroom floor I had my daughter bring me the phone and I called my hubby. He called the greats (the kids' great grandparents) and they took the kiddies for the day. So I had all day to puke as I pleased. Ha ha!
Continue reading "just swingin'"
Posted by Nattie's Daddy at 08:34 AM | Comments (0)
December 20, 2008
Back from the dead
(Originally published by Nattie on April 13, 2004)
1. Grab the book nearest to you, turn to Page 18, find Line Four. Write down what it says. "We don't have to seek some other means of satisfaction or a substitute that never fills us." ~ From A Woman And Her God by Beth Moore and others.
Continue reading "Back from the dead"
Posted by Nattie's Daddy at 02:36 PM | Comments (0)
December 19, 2008
don't miss me
(Originally published by Nattie on April 12, 2004)
I might be offline for a few days. I've got the stomach flu.
This is the first time all day that I've been out of bed and have not been hugging the toilet. I don't think this reprieve is going to last long.
Copyright Natalie Rose York
Posted by Nattie's Daddy at 08:27 AM | Comments (0)
December 18, 2008
The day after Easter...
(Originally published by Nattie on April 12, 2004)
and I think plastic Easter grass should be outlawed and abolished. I didn't even buy my children Easter baskets. Why didn't I buy them baskets, you ask?
Continue reading "The day after Easter..."
Posted by Nattie's Daddy at 08:18 AM | Comments (0)
December 17, 2008
Happy Birthday to my Soul Sis!
(Originally published by Nattie on December 17, 2003)
It is my Soul Sis, Leann's, birthday today. Wish her a happy birthday!!!
Copyright Natalie Rose York
Posted by Nattie's Daddy at 08:24 AM | Comments (1)
December 16, 2008
I think a lightbulb just turned on
(Originally published by Nattie on April 8, 2004)
Since becoming a mother, I have had many ah-ha or lightbulb moments about my relationship with God. Being a parent really is the perfect place to learn about our Heavenly Father. There are so many moments when I get frustrated with my kids and then...ah-ha...poor God. If I'm frustrated with my two children over this issue, how much more frustrated must he feel because of all of His children.
Continue reading "I think a lightbulb just turned on"
Posted by Nattie's Daddy at 08:21 AM | Comments (1)
December 15, 2008
Our Christmas Child
I don't suppose Nattie would approve of this photo—but it's the only one I took on her last birthday, two years ago today. She said she didn't know if she could eat anything, but she loved red velvet cake so that's what her Aunt Anne and I brought (along with pizza for Anna and Jonathan). She was very sick, so we didn't stay; if only we had known how sick and why...and how little time we had left.
The sadness we feel is for ourselves. She is so much better now, it is beyond our imagination.
Happy 35th birthday, Natalie Rose. Love you!—Daddy
Posted by Nattie's Daddy at 06:38 AM | Comments (7)
December 13, 2008
His Mercies
(Originally published by Nattie on April 7, 2004)
his mercies never come to an end;
they are new every morning;
great is your faithfulness."
~ Lamentations 3:22-23 (NRSV)
Continue reading "His Mercies"
Posted by Nattie's Daddy at 08:29 AM | Comments (0)
December 12, 2008
I am blessed
(Originally published by Nattie on April 7, 2004)
It is silly how the little things do make a difference.
~ Firstly, we had a nice day playing in the back yard in the beautiful 70-degree spring sunshine.
~ Secondly, I was the first one to check out a new book at the library. I've been waiting for it. What book was it? Should I tell you? Okay, I will. It was Miss Julia Meets Her Match by Ann B. Ross.
Continue reading "I am blessed"
Posted by Nattie's Daddy at 08:07 AM | Comments (0)
December 11, 2008
just a short entry
(Originally published by Nattie on April 7, 2004)
~ I did not die during my pap, but I did think I was going to. ;-)
~ I got put on blood pressure medication. This is so wrong for so many reasons, but my bp keeps going up rather than down. It was 150/90.
~ Even though I've been exercising like it is going out of style, I gained 14 lbs.
~ I'm considering wiring my jaw shut or something drastic.
Continue reading "just a short entry"
Posted by Nattie's Daddy at 08:24 AM | Comments (0)
December 10, 2008
I want a do-over
(Originally published by Nattie on April 5, 2004)
I've only been up two hours and I'd already like to do the day over.
~ I got up at 5:30 for a quiet time. I discovered that I was in my bedroom alone and I must have shouted hallelujah because not more than five seconds later my son came in saying he missed me. *sigh*
Continue reading "I want a do-over"
Posted by Nattie's Daddy at 08:23 AM | Comments (0)
December 09, 2008
Assumptions
(Originally published by Nattie on March 24, 2004)
My friend, Stacey, was talking about assumptions awhile back and I got to thinking on them today.
When you look at me, what do you assume?
Continue reading "Assumptions"
Posted by Nattie's Daddy at 08:24 AM | Comments (0)
December 08, 2008
Re-Reading
(Originally published by Nattie on April 3, 2004)
If a book is really good, it deserves to be read again, and if it's great, it should be read at least three times.—Anatole Broyard
I decided to start rereading some of my old favorites. Some to see if I still like them. Some because I know they stand the test of time and still bring me joy.
So on my re-read list right now...
Anne of Green Gables by L.M. Montgomery
The Secret of the Old Clock by Carolyn Keene
The Hidden Staircase by Carolyn Keene
Bunnicula by James Howe
I'll let you know how it goes.
Copyright Natalie Rose York
Posted by Nattie's Daddy at 08:24 AM | Comments (0)
