For Such a Time as This...

I love the book of Esther in the Bible. The first time I read it, I didn't stop 'til I was all the way through it. (Which wasn't hard to do since there are only ten chapters.) I also remember arguing with someone who stated that God was not mentioned in the story. They were right, God's name isn't mentioned, but I don't think anyone can read the story and not see God at work! He was very active in the whole drama as it played out. Why, nothing happened out of chance! It was all orchestrated by God. It's a good reminder that no matter what happens God Is In Control. And my favorite verse from this book is when Mordecai says to Esther "Who knows but that you have become Queen for such a time as this?" It's a good application in my life today whether something good or bad happens to ask what's my role? Don't try to back out of the challenge do my best and let God do the rest. If you've never read the book of Esther check it out. It won't take long. See if you can find God at work.

God Bless Sarah Palin...Who knows... for such a time as this!

hunting season mode

So, I need to get a few things posted on here just in case someone decides to check it out. This tends to be a busy time of year around the ranching community but then again every season brings a business. We don't take in very many hunters for deer & antelope, just a few but it's enough to add to the work schedule. My husband normally drives the rural school bus route in the morning and I drive the afternoon run, but when he is out with hunters I drive his morning run. Then there is the getting the bunkhouse presentable for guest and added extra baking and meals to prepare and somehow I seem busier than normal. All this having much to do has been good for keeping my mind off of some needless worries, so it's a blessing! I seem to vacillate from "empty-nest what to do now?" to feelings of being "taken advantage of." But the hunters expelled the "taken advantage of" feelings when they left a hefty tip. Added blessings!