Carol | April 3, 2012
“A phoenix is a mythical bird with a colorful plumage and a tail of gold and scarlet (or purple, blue, and green according to some legends). It has a 500 to 1000 year life-cycle, near the end of which it builds itself a nest of twigs that then ignites; both nest and bird burn fiercely and are reduced to ashes, from which a new, young phoenix or phoenix egg arises, reborn anew to live again.” Wikipedia
Carol | March 16, 2012
“Let no one deceive you with empty words, for because of these things the wrath of God comes upon the sons of disobedience. Therefore do not become partners with them; for at one time you were darkness, but now you are light in the Lord. Walk as children of light (for the fruit of light is found in all that is good and right and true), and try to discern what is pleasing to the Lord. Take no part in the unfruitful works of darkness, but instead expose them. For it is shameful even to speak of the things that they do in secret. But when anything is exposed by the light, it becomes visible, for anything that becomes visible is light. Therefore it says,”
“Awake, O sleeper,
and arise from the dead,
and Christ will shine on you.”“Look carefully then how you walk, not as unwise but as wise, making the best use of the time, because the days are evil. Therefore do not be foolish, but understand what the will of the Lord is.”
Carol | March 15, 2012
1 Do not fret because of those who are evil
or be envious of those who do wrong;
2 for like the grass they will soon wither,
like green plants they will soon die away.3 Trust in the LORD and do good;
dwell in the land and enjoy safe pasture.
4 Take delight in the LORD,
and he will give you the desires of your heart.5 Commit your way to the LORD;
trust in him and he will do this:
6 He will make your righteous reward shine like the dawn,
your vindication like the noonday sun.7 Be still before the LORD
and wait patiently for him;
do not fret when people succeed in their ways,
when they carry out their wicked schemes.8 Refrain from anger and turn from wrath;
do not fret—it leads only to evil.
9 For those who are evil will be destroyed,
but those who hope in the LORD will inherit the land.17 for the power of the wicked will be broken,
but the LORD upholds the righteous.18 The blameless spend their days under the LORD’s care,
and their inheritance will endure forever.
19 In times of disaster they will not wither;
in days of famine they will enjoy plenty.23 The LORD makes firm the steps
of the one who delights in him;
24 though he may stumble, he will not fall,
for the LORD upholds him with his hand.25 I was young and now I am old,
yet I have never seen the righteous forsaken
or their children begging bread.
26 They are always generous and lend freely;
their children will be a blessing.27 Turn from evil and do good;
then you will dwell in the land forever.
28 For the LORD loves the just
and will not forsake his faithful ones.30 The mouths of the righteous utter wisdom,
and their tongues speak what is just.
31 The law of their God is in their hearts;
their feet do not slip.32 The wicked lie in wait for the righteous,
intent on putting them to death;
33 but the LORD will not leave them in the power of the wicked
or let them be condemned when brought to trial.34 Hope in the LORD
and keep his way.
He will exalt you to inherit the land;
when the wicked are destroyed, you will see it.35 I have seen a wicked and ruthless man
flourishing like a luxuriant native tree,
36 but he soon passed away and was no more;
though I looked for him, he could not be found.37 Consider the blameless, observe the upright;
a future awaits those who seek peace.
38 But all sinners will be destroyed;
there will be no future for the wicked.39 The salvation of the righteous comes from the LORD;
he is their stronghold in time of trouble.
40 The LORD helps them and delivers them;
he delivers them from the wicked and saves them,
because they take refuge in him.
Carol | March 2, 2012
I haven’t been this affected by a death in quite some time. I feel so sad. There are so very few leaders on our side.
I remember Breitbart telling the audience at CPAC that he was so busy talking and sharing with people that he didn’t take time to shower and clean up before his speech (which would be available for millions to see on the internet). That showed me his passion and his priorities.
I found this family photo online which was taken a few years ago. May God comfort and provide for his dear family.
I was so looking forward to Breitbart’s leadership during this election season. What a terrible loss. I watched many of the tributes to him today, with everyone mentioning his powerful courage and enthusiasm.
Jonah Goldberg pointed out that Breitbart “truly loved the fight … One of his favorite pastimes was to retweet all of the hate that people threw at him because he considered it a badge of honor.”
When nasty comments are directed at me, I give them little consideration in order to protect myself. Maybe the next time somebody tells me I’m going to hell because I don’t beat my kids, I’ll collect it under a category called “Badge of Honor”. Maybe the next time I am mocked with filthy disdain for having and homeschooling five children, I’ll consider it a pat on the back.
Of all the wonderful comments by all of the great conservative leaders, I found these words by Congressman Louie Gohmert to be among the most touching, especially the ending.
Rep. Louie Gohmert Pays Tribute to Andrew Breitbart
“Thank you dear God, for the gift of Andrew Breitbart. We wish we could have kept him longer, but thank you for this marvelous gift.”
That’s also a good way to look at my baby whom I lost before birth.
I think Breitbart’s legacy will be one that inspires courage and passion. I think the thousands who have been touched by his life and saddened by his death will stand up for the truth. We will stand a little straighter, and a little taller – a little louder, and a little stronger.
Onward, Christian soldiers, marching as to WAR…
Carol | February 28, 2012
Monumental Trailer
Carol | February 22, 2012
Knowing God
Limbless Motivational Speaker Lives Life to the Fullest, Spotted Honeymooning in Hawaii
http://www.theblaze.com/stories/limbless-motivational-speaker-lives-life-to-the-fullest-spotted-honeymooning-in-hawaii/
Carol | January 9, 2012
Football. I’ve never watched five minutes of the game. I don’t know the name of any football player (except maybe Kathy Gifford’s husband, but that was due to scandal, not football, and surely he’s retired?) until now. Tim Tebow. I still don’t watch football, but the way the media and his fans are responding to this man’s demonstrative Christianity is jolly good fun.
It wasn’t Tebow’s amazing play yesterday (so I hear) that brought me to blog about it, but rather the “coincidence” of the numbers of the play. 3:16. 
Tebow’s Win In Biblical Terms — Stats Match His Favorite Verse, John 3:16
http://www.theblaze.com/stories/tebows-win-in-biblical-terms-john-316/
“For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.” John 3:16
And I thought the people went nuts BEFORE the game! LOL
TEBOWMANIA – Tim Tebow’s grand entrance!
Watch Tebow beat the Steelers in overtime
http://www.therightscoop.com/watch-tebow-beat-the-steelers-in-overtime/
Uh, I don’t have a category for this. Sports?! LOL I’ll put it under Christianity and Inspiration. ‘Cause surely there won’t be more Sports!
Carol | January 4, 2012
Okla. Woman Shoots, Kills Intruder: 911 Operators Say It’s Okay to Shoot
http://abcnews.go.com/US/okla-woman-shoots-kills-intruder911-operators-shoot/story?id=15285605#.TwSzdvJjGRp
Wow. And her husband just died on Christmas Day.
Carol | January 2, 2012
Teen Died on Christmas, Left Behind Candid Message on YouTube
http://www.people.com/people/article/0,,20557271,00.html
This is my story (Part 1)
This is my story (Part 2)
Edited to add:
Ben Breedlove funeral — sister Ally’s speech
Carol | October 27, 2011
“For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.” Ephesians 2:10
All those difficult, frustrating, painful trials are part of the plan. Learn, and be used for His glory.
