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Melodye Gallman


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January 24, 2009 - Saturday 
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October 31, 2008 - Friday 

Current mood:  tired
Category: Religion and Philosophy
I have found a website that has alot of stuff for woman--- I wanted to share today's devotion with you---

Web Sites for Spiritual Growth:
www.ChristianWomenToday.com

MEDITATION


by Muriel Larson

**What does most of your thought-life consist of? What would your full potential be if our thoughts, were centered on the things of the Lord?

"May the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be pleasing in your sight, O LORD, my Rock, and my Redeemer" (Psalm 19:14).

"Meditation." Perhaps the word conjures up visions of gurus sitting cross-legged in reverent attitudes. Yet God's Word tells us of God's way of meditation. The psalmist declared, "I will meditate on your precepts and consider your ways" (Psalm 119:15). "I have more insight than all my teachers, for I meditate on your statutes" (Psalm 119:99). "My eyes stay open through the watches of the night, that I may meditate on your promises" (Psalm 119:148). "I meditate on all your works." (Psalm 143:5).

Here are thoughts that will lift us out of ourselves and help us to live more fruitful lives for our Lord. What would our full potential be if our thoughts, our meditations during our waking hours, were centered on the things of the Lord?

No doubt this way of thinking would improve our spirituality, our personalities, and our physical, emotional, and mental health! Proverbs 23:7 says, "For as he thinks in his heart, so is he." Certainly our thoughts affect our actions, our decisions, our health, even our whole course in life, don't they? Where are we headed? Our thought-life determines so much!

Much of our thought-life concerns ourselves, doesn't it? It focuses on our plans, our relationships to others, our problems, and things that boost our vanity. Sometimes we even lie awake at night thinking of these things. But of what real value is much of this thinking?

Rather, let us think about God's precepts--His rules for godly living as recorded in His Word. Let us dwell on His testimonies--the lives we have seen changed by His grace, the prayers we have seen answered, the things God has done for us. Let us meditate on His Word--the rich wisdom, comfort, peace, and joy that so many of its verses impart to us.

Let us consider His works--the marvels of His universe, His planet earth, His mighty mountains and seas, and our own marvelously designed bodies.

Let's not leave the meditation on higher things to those who do not even know our omnipotent Lord.

~Father God, Today I give my minds to You as well as my heart. Teach me to mediatate on all that You are as I trust fully in You. In Jesus' name, amen.
Currently watching:
The Waltons - The Complete Seventh Season
Release date: 2008-04-29
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August 31, 2008 - Sunday 

Current mood:  tired
Category: Life

Today marks 2 months since dad has died. I can say each day gets easier but I still miss him. We are getting together to celebrate the life of my daddy on Sept 20 at 2pm at one of his favorite places called PALS on Piedmont Hwy. Ken the owner said that they will set up a tip bowl and the tips will be donated to help pay for the remainder of the funeral expenses- That is awesome!! Thank you Ken!!!!

I wonder what daddy would think about all of us getting together to have a good time in his honor. Well daddy alot of people cared about you and I hope that you knew that. I love you daddy and until we meet again-- you will always be in my heart--- I hope you and momma are enjoying your time together.... Love you
Currently watching:
The Waltons - The Complete Fifth Season
Release date: 2007-05-08
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July 23, 2008 - Wednesday 

Current mood:  sad
Category: Life
Well, the death certificates have arrived. I guess the next step is to start the probate thing. God, I hate this. I know it has to be done but just so you know--I DO NOT LIKE IT.
The death certificate stated that he died of lung cancer and there was a question on there that ask if smoking contributed to it and of course it was checked yes. I thought smoking was the cause of lung cancer. The way I see it something is going to cause something. Mom died with Lou Gehrigs disease. What was that caused from? Who knows. I think I am venting because both of my parents are no longer with me and it sucks. There was so many things left to say and do. Thanks for letting me vent
Currently watching:
The Waltons - The Complete Seventh Season
Release date: 2008-04-29
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July 11, 2008 - Friday 

Current mood:  sad
Category: Life
This year has gone by so fast. But as I am sure you all know my daddy is gone. He lost his battle with lung cancer on June 30th, 2008. He lost the battle but he has won the rewards in Heaven. The weekend of his death was very sad. We all were there with him. All weekend his eyes were rolled back in his head. He was in pain so Hospice said to start giving him his morphine every 2 hours. As the weekend progressed he just got worse. The most precious thing I witnessed is Landon holding his papa's hand all night long on Saturday. My neices and nephew would sit in there with him. Landon would not leave his side. Looking back on it I know he glad that he was able to do that. On Sunday morning he started that dreaded rattle. We all knew what it was. I didn't want to face the facts that my daddy will not make it. He just slept (I am sure he was in a coma like state). Hospice said that he could hear us and we need to continue to talk to him. The family took time to sit by his side. He was able to tell each one of us he loved us. Each of us had our time with him. My uncle Ralph, my dads twin brother, came to be with him on Saturday. He just cried but daddy looked up at him and said, "hey buddy". They sat together for awhile. Later on that evening around 9pm Hospice came and sat with us. They told us to be prepare to lose him around 11pm. We all (Mark, Steve, Gayla, Dale, Shannon, Misty, Darlene, Charlene) were gathered around his bedside. My brothers and sister and I held our hands together around daddy. Daddy was not able to talk anymore after that Saturday night but he would barely nod his head when we talked to him. Hospice stayed in the room with us and watched daddy. Well, 11pm came and he was still with us. Hospice just kept watching him. Around 11:45pm they quietly walked out of the room. They knew what was coming. Daddy's eyes were closed but a few seconds before taking his last breath his eyes opened wide and looked at Gayla, then Steve, then Mark, then me. As he was looking at us we just kept saying we love you daddy, go find mama she is waiting for you. It seemed that he smiled and then he drew his last breath. I never have been with someone at the time of their death. I can tell you daddy was ready. He fought for over a year and now he is in the arms of Jesus.
I love you daddy and I miss you more than you know but I know one day we will see each other again.
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December 29, 2007 - Saturday 

Current mood:  blessed
Category: Life
The girl I always wanted and her name is Stephanie!!
You can ask anyone when I found out I was going to deliver a baby girl, my world was complete. When you were born, the doctor said, "it's a girl", tears streamed down my face. How lucky I was to be blessed with a beautiful girl.
I never knew how awesome my life could be until you were given to me. You have always been a fiesty little thing, but now you are becoming a beautiful young lady. You are a very independent soul. You can take care of yourself. You have come so far since your first day in school. You did struggle, but look how far you have come. You like knowing that I'm not that far away though. That makes me happy. You are so special to me and I love you with all of my heart and soul.
I know one day you will be on your own and probably not need me but you know that I will not be that far away if you do need me.
I will always be your momma and I thank the Lord everyday for giving you to me to love.

You are the daughter that I had always dreamed of having one day---thank you for making my dream come true.

I love you my sweet girl!!

Mom













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December 29, 2007 - Saturday 

Current mood:  blessed
Category: Life
You were created out of love, I carried you inside of me with love, and you were born to me being loved.
As you grew each day, I knew in my heart that the Lord sent you to me for a reason, it was because he knew that I had alot of love to give.
I knew the day would come that you would not need me like you did when  you were a baby and I have to deal with that. Just know my arms are always here to comfort you. A son is never too old for a mothers love.
I have watched you grow up so fast and it hurts to know that I will have to let you go and experience what the world has to offer. I think what hurts the most is that when you go out into this crazy world on your own you'll realize that you don't need me anymore.
Never forget, I'm always here when it seems the world has let you down.
Never forget, I'm always here to catch you when you fall.
Never forget, I'm always here to hold you when things get tough.
Never forget, I WILL ALWAYS be your mom who loves you with all her heart!!



I Love you my son!!!!

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December 25, 2007 - Tuesday 

Category: Life
Went to see my dad tonight on Christmas Eve. He wanted some new bedroom slippers so Gayla got him a pair from us. He was happy to get them. We took some pictures. As soon as I get them downloaded, I post them. Anyway--- he was glad we came biut didn't want to see us leave. We realize that this MAY be his last Christmas. You never know though. He may outlive us all.
I love you daddy and Merry Christmas!!!
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November 15, 2007 - Thursday 

Category: Life
Someone asked me do I feel older today. I told them it's just another day that I can thank God he has given me another day to live and be the mother of my 2 wonderful kids!! Am I thankful for another birthday-YES! Do I wish that I didn't have to grow older-YES! Do I regret anything-NO WAY!! If I knew my relationship with God would be the way it is now I would relive all those earlier years in a heartbeat. I always want to be thankful for all that I have.
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November 11, 2007 - Sunday 

Category: Life

Tomorrow will be the day that my son turns the big 16 years old. I know some of you are saying so its just a birthday. To me it means everything to me. 16 years ago the greatest son was given to me. Just 2 weeks before this wonderful day, me and his dad were in a bad car wreck. It was only by the grace of God that I was not hurt, I didn't go into labor even though the doctors say I should have. When Landon was born he was a beautiful heathly boy and we thank God that he was given to us. Each day he has been here with us has been a blessing. I want Landon to know that I am so lucky to be his mom. He has a heart of gold. Landon brightens my day everyday. Landon, you mean so much to me and I NEVER want you to forget that. Without you and your sister in my life I would be nothing. May you have a wonderful birthday. I love you son and you mean the world to me.

Love, Mom

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