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RE: Rosie's Ramblings!! - 9/11/2005 3:21:13 PM
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Well, u all.....this week is Missions week at church......wowowowowowow....what an awesome sermon we had today!!!!! My memories if Peru have been creeping back into mind lately......esp. w/getting back in touch w/that Peruvian young man, Onesimo......and then i've recently become friends w/a Mexican.....Carlos.....i'm getting back into Spanish......my co-worker in my class is Puerto Rican, and 7 of my babies are Hispanic......so between my class, Carlos and Onesimo, i've been back into the whole Spanish idea alot recently. So, there were tables in the lobby, off all of the missionaries our church supports, and i got in touch w/a sending agency, Missionary Ventures and talked w/one missionary from Bolivia, also, got ALL of the prayer letters from all of the missionaries from Latin America. Hoping to job out an e-mail to all of them, just say howdy and get on their e-mail list.
This was the verses from the sermon. I dont have my notes, but he was just sharing how when Grace comes, salvation comes......and went indepth into that idea. I do find myself struggling w/the culture of America....getting myself sucked into the whole me mentality. A good reminder of the whole idea of being called to a holy life and one that does Gods will. I used to struggle alot w/the idea of working in a job that wasnt from a primarily Christian point of view. But, the Lord has graciousely reminded me that for now to love on my babies and the parents, to say a kind word, be a comfort to the mommas who have to drop their babies off and a comfort to the babies who miss their mommas, what is greater then this. I'll never forget at the end of last year one of the teachers came by and was like, u have been an inspiration to me, i was like huh?!?!? lol And then this year, soo many of the parents are like, we miss you......wish u were our babies teacher. It makes me feel special, but, it also makes me feel like i've accomplished what the Lord has me here for. I do pray one day to be able to do mercy ministry, but for now, the Lord has me here planting seeds. What an amazing thing!!!!!! Every now and again, it strikes me, wow......i am a vessel the Lord is using!!!! Little old me!
Titus 2:11 For the grace of God (His unmerited favor and blessing) has come forward (appeared) for the deliverance from sin and the eternal salvation for all mankind. [Verse Info.] [Notes] Titus 2:12 It has trained us to reject and renounce all ungodliness (irreligion) and worldly (passionate) desires, to live discreet (temperate, self-controlled), upright, devout (spiritually whole) lives in this present world, [Verse Info.] [Notes] Titus 2:13 Awaiting and looking for the [fulfillment, the realization of our] blessed hope, even the glorious appearing of our great God and Savior Christ Jesus (the Messiah, the Anointed One), [Verse Info.] [Notes] Titus 2:14 Who gave Himself on our behalf that He might redeem us (purchase our freedom) from all iniquity and purify for Himself a people [to be peculiarly His own, people who are] eager and enthusiastic about [living a life that is good and filled with] beneficial deeds. [Deut. 14:2; Ps. 130:8; Ezek. 37:23.]
Rosie.
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RE: Rosie's Ramblings!! - 9/11/2005 3:34:26 PM
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ok....wanted to share some of my week......... 
Friday night was awesome......showed up at church to meet for the outreach, and 3 other guys showed up......my two regular friends....lol and this other dude.......we all had fun driving over there, what a time to see people who are homeless, really puts things into perspective. This could soo easily be me.......i saw one momma who was pregnant, and my heart sank......i dealt w/a homeless family once when i was in social services, whose child was taken......wow......the saddest thing.....the parents wouldnt come to see the child during visits, i could never find them.......i sometimes feel like shaking those women......what are u thinking?!?!?!?!?! I havent really shared w/alot of people at my church the whole idea that me, the lover of babies will prob. not be able to have my own. I know Gods in all of that, but, it is a reality that i'll have to maybe start to think about. I just said that, cuz it doesnt take long for a person to find my heart.....lol and so, they were like, yeah....it is a pity. But, here i'm thinking, if i were pregnant.......but, then i need to remember, i DONT know anything about this women. How easy it would be for my heart to grow cold towards her, and others like her. Anywayz......i must say, though it was good to see her eating dinner. So, that is a blessing. Prayerfully she isnt on alcohol or drugs.......  
Well, anywayz.......after, we all drove back to the church, and then me and those two guys went out to Wendy's for dinner. We ended up talking for about a couple of hours.....what sweet guys they are. Good fellowship. Well, then we all skiddaddled......and then Sat. a group of us met for dinner at applebees and then went over to a friends house for games. What a sweet time. And then today was church.......we all had lunch together afterwards, and then i was like, are u all coming back at 7 for the start of missions week?!?!? Well, one of the guys i hung out w/was like, are u the only one going?? I was like, i dont know.....lol he was like, well, i'll be here if u are the only one......i was like huh?? He was like, well, u shouldnt be here alone!!!! i can see how the Lord is sending these people in my life......and i feel hurts being healed, and rough edges being smoothed! The guys all tease and are sarcastic but......they are gentle about it......lol and....the girls.....well, lets just say i am becoming less and less jealous about them.....and wanting more friendships from them. Which in and of itself is a God thing!!!!!!
Well, guess thats about it.......back w/my babies tomorrow!!! lol
Rosie.
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RE: Rosie's Ramblings!! - 9/11/2005 4:55:54 PM
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I Pledge Allegiance To The Lamb
I have heard how Christians long ago
Were brought before a tyrant?s throne
They were told that he
Would spare their lives
If they would renounce
The name of Christ
But one by one they chose to die
The Son of God, they would not deny
Like a great angelic choir sings
I can almost hear their voices ring
CHORUS
Now the years have come
And the years have gone
And the cause of Jesus still goes on
Now our time has come
To count the cost
To reject this world
To embrace the Cross
And one by one let us live our lives
For the One who died to give us life
Till the trumpet sounds on the final day
Let us proudly stand and boldly say
CHORUS
To the Lamb of God who bore my pain
Who took my place
Who wore my shame
I will seek to honor His commands
I pledge allegiance to the Lamb
CHORUS (repeat)
©1994 Word Music/ASCAP (a div. of Word, Inc.) and Shepherd Boy Music/ASCAP (adm. by Word, Inc.).
Set Sail
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RE: Rosie's Ramblings!! - 9/12/2005 1:07:33 PM
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wow....last night was soo invigorating.....one of my guy friends did show up and that was pretty sweet. He also seemed pretty into hearing what was going on......which is cool.....its nice to meet Kindred Spirits. My heart got revived in this waiting for the Lord to lead. It was more of a question and answer time here some of the missionaries we support, and it was just cool hearing the stories and seeing how the Lord has opened doors......this week seems like it will be a fun one. There are different classes on Tuesday and Thursday. And then on the 20th.....a class on Missions will be taught at the church. So, that is pretty exciting. My one friend was saying he might think about going to it as well. It will be cool to have him around. He is becoming a precious friend!!
Rosie.
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RE: Rosie's Ramblings!! - 9/14/2005 12:57:34 PM
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Hey you all.....i went to the Gods Heart for Missions class last night.....wow, i am soo encouraged again!!! Am praying about where the Lord would have me. I soo yearn for helping, planting seeds, ministering, dont know the right word to the whole person. I've been talking more w/that guy in Peru......and as i have, and he tells me things aobut the people i know, its like, man.......the memories come flooding back. I'll write more about that class later. Tonight is church, and tomorrow is a talk on the Muslim world, or something......that does sound pretty interesting!
Many deep breaths at work today! 
Planning on calling RCMA that migrant association and seeing what is going on there. Just hope to get more w/the latin american people!
Have a most wonderful day for those who might be reading this!
Rosie.
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RE: Rosie's Ramblings!! - 9/15/2005 12:55:54 PM
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Last night was an awesome night.....though arrived at church pretty tired and out of it......got revived while i was there......and refreshed. Spent a couple of hours talking w/the guys.....just a lot on my brain and heart right now. I find i get myself soo sucked into this momentary life.....that it is a wake up call to look at the broader picture of the ultimate reason as to why the Lord placed me on this earth. My mission statement as a Christian, needs to be the Great Comission. If it isnt then what am i really doing here?????
Rosie.
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RE: Rosie's Ramblings!! - 9/17/2005 2:15:15 PM
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Hey you all.....
Went to bed last night around 8 oclock....though had a CD on, so kept waking up to the different songs......lol until around 10, i turned it off.......it was nice getting to bed early, and sleeping in this morning. Alot of different things on my mind......alot of crazy stuff going on at work, chaos w/the supervisor, and since i have no job security, thought it best to stay out of it.......i do think it will get resolved once higher people get in and talk about the issues. But, since i didnt sign the paper, she thinks i am best buds w/her. And she is hanging out in my classroom...... it is pretty annoying, and pretty hard to get the work done. So, if it continues i think i'll have to have a chat w/her! Thursday night, i went to the missions meeting......it was excellent, it was about how to reach the Muslim people. Taught by a pakistani Christian.....wow......it was pretty amazing to see the hand of God. I am looking forward to joining that Missons class, Vision for the Nations on Thursday nights. It will be nice to surround myself w/serious mission minded Christians. Soo, will see how the Lord moves here.
My babies are pretty precious.....i have one who is quite mean to the other little ones......but am wondering if this is learned behaviour......like things he sees at home. He is one of my sad little babies......so, am reallllly trying to take time out to shower him w/love. Instead of like, noooo.....all of the time......"catch him being good"........i have seen him smile more, so that is a good sign.......my heart goes out to these babies, wondering what kinds of things these little ones see.
Going to the museum......i'll write more later.
Rosie.
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RE: Rosie's Ramblings!! - 9/18/2005 4:36:47 PM
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Hey you all.....something happened a while ago, and as i was hesitant to post it, it is something that i want to remember.......so, decided to get it out!!!!
I told u about all that heart ache w/those guys, Garret and Michael J.....well, a while ago, i saw G. enter church w/a girlfriend, and was like, ummm....ok......anywayz.....all of the pain came back, alot of guilt.....cuz, i've been shown myself like no other time in my life, and was like, wow....what a person u are!!!! (a person that i am).......anywayz......one night, I had this dream.......it was Sunday morning.....i was in a pew, and G was up there playing the guitar.....well, as he came off of the stage, we caught eyes.....and he said something about the letter i had sent him, and we started laughing, and he said somethning like, i am sorry and yes i forgive you.......
Well, i know this is a dream.....but, i think it was the closure that my heart was looking for. And looking back i can really say that i havent brooded on my actions like i had in the past. I just find it interesting to see how things work out.
Now, i'm friends w/a guy who races for the door to open it.......who when i miss singles study's or different things, is like, we missed u on such and such a night......its pretty funny......i'm not one to tell people my age, what i think about them......like, i'm all about telling babies how much i love them......but, to tell a guy or a girl that they are appreciated, and such the words get stuck in my throat, even thought i WANT to tell them this!!!!!
Well, Wednesday night, after church, i ended up leaving.....and my two guy friends were in the parking lot.....well, i got home and called one of them up on the phone, i had asked if they both were there, and they were, so he put the phone on speaker phone, and i was like, i had wanted to say this for while, and kindof mumbled some other stuff......lol anywayz.....i was like, i just wanted to tell u how much i appreciate you guys.......how i am thankful for you both, etc......they both were like, well.....we think the same, etc.......and i was like, see ya later!
just pretty amazing.......to see how the Lord heals people, and how things turn out!
Rosie.
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RE: Rosie's Ramblings!! - 9/23/2005 1:15:57 PM
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Hey you all......got to talking to this guy from church.....and shared some of my story, soooo, wanted to share some of it here.....
It all started when he asked me how i started going to this church......the church i go to now......I then shared about the fact that when i was 9 my mom had had a baby who died shortly after being born......at that time, my mom fell deep into depression, and to top it all off....we were going to a church who taught that when things are going well, the Lord is pleased, and when things go wrong, u've done something wrong.....my dad started drinking alot at this point and my older sister who was 10, got really angry at God. Well, this all continues and now my mom gets pregnant again, and has a baby girl when i am 11......she gets hit w/post partum depression and is wondering why she isnt happy when she just had a perfect little baby......which then swirls her deeper into the deep.......it was at this point that my older sister and i helped to raise her......at the age of 16, i drop out of school.....my older sister was really starting to rebel at the time, mom and dad were getting farther apart, and me......i had this love for my sister and not too much from other people. I then would hang out w/her a lot......take her to the park w/her little friends, go babysit other kids.......hang out at homeschooled kids homes, etc......and also started volunteering at different places. (this guy i was talking to at this point was like, wow.....your childhood was gone.....nobody had ever said that to me.....and it really hit me, that yeah......i grew up fast in a lot of areas and stayed young in a lot of ones)......anywayz.....mom started confiding in me, and that was basically our relationship.....until i left for college......but, even then i was pretty serious about life.....and alwayz seemed to not have anything in commom w/any of my peers.....anywayz.....then after college i lived here for a year by myself as my parents and little sis had moved to Pensacola.....i struggled w/the whole church scene, trying to fit into a group.....to be part of the body, i alwayz knew i was near the body, but found it hard to be part of it......but, then this one couple w/4 little babies kindof adopted me.....lol and they were headed to the mission field......so, i got to spend tooooooooooooooooooons of time w/them.......and through them was encouraged to apply for a summer mission trip.....the Lord miraculously opened the doors for me to go......and in like 9 months, was headed to Peru......where i finally saw who i was in Christ and what my heart was made for!!!! WOW!!!! I've been thinking more and more about all of this, and get excited again...... Then i came back to the states, for one of the hardest things my heart had to go through......that was taking Peru off of the pedestal of my heart, and seeing how the Lord wanted to be #1.....it was pretty hard......but, the Lord did sustain me......i changed churches a couple of times after this.....and do realize why the Lord brought me to the church i went to last year. It was a year of heartache.....good stuff now as i see the changes and see that the Lord does turn weeping into joy.......
I shared all of this and more w/that guy.....and was amazed at his kindness......it is pretty interesting!
I'll write more later.
Rosie.
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RE: Rosie's Ramblings!! - 9/26/2005 1:10:51 PM
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Saw Garret at church on Sunday......we have a Missions Cafe, where they make sandwiches and such......and all of the money goes to Missions.....well, me and my group of friends were going to eat there, and just chill out.....well, there he was w/his mom.....i walked by his table, and we made eye contact....and smiled but that was it.....i then walked to my table w/my friends.....and sat down and had a good time w/them.....saw him looking at the table w/the friends which was interesting. Mayb he will come and join the young adult group......i dont know.....just found it interesting that we would bump into each other again.
Sun. also, was a beach baptism where one of my friends got baptized. It was such a blessed time.....but, i did hit people overload.....that will be for another time....well.....we all went out to dinner at Village Inn....and one of the guys that i'm beginning to become pretty good friends with, he took my cheque, or whatever....lol and said he had it covered.....this was after he had said that he didnt have my number so told me to call his home and give it to him.....i was like, ummm.........ok.....about him paying for my meal.....that was kindof interesting. really shocking kindof, no one had ever done that before.
Thats about it for now.
Roise.
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RE: Rosie's Ramblings!! - 9/29/2005 6:31:02 PM
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Looks like Monday i'll be going into have an interview at one of the schools for migrant children!!!! Wow......that is pretty exciting.
I'll write more later.
Rosie.
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RE: Rosie's Ramblings!! - 10/2/2005 6:53:18 PM
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Hey you all.....wow....what a weekend. Ended up being pretty comfortable at the singles event on Friday night. That was cool, as i got into some pretty cool conversations w/2 of the girls.
Sat. wow....what a day, i woke up early in the morning, mailed off my rent, and then went to the park for the next few hours. Ended up writing a letter to a friend, and reading the Bible. Sweet time of fellowship. Then took the long way home, and as i was doing that, this red car came and cut me off.....and i was like, grumble, grumble......well....then we drive a couple more seconds and come to a light......it had turned yellow, and i was like, should i take it......well, i got this feeling to just put on the brakes. Well.....the red car goes and takes it, turning left.....well, this other car in the other lane takes it also, and they both end up in an accident in the middle of the intersection. They are in a T shape. Well.....i was like, wow.....and then call 911....everybody was fine, but then just reminded me again of how frail we are......how we are not guaranteed tomorrow. I call a couple of my friends just to say thankyou, and how much i care for them. Got into some good conversations.
Well, then today, i get up for church, and have a very good time......i was broken to my heart.....but, it was good stuff. Pretty encouraged when i leave. And, as i'm walking to my car, Garrets mom drives by in her car, and she yells out the window, Hello Rosie. I say hi and everything....but, am amazed as i just met her like a year ago and that was the last time i talked to her. I did see her last week sitting w/Garret eating lunch, but i didnt say anything to her. Sooo, that was encouraging.......AND then we all go out to eat dinner at Panera......and as i walk in......i find out the manager is the same one from the one i knew from last year. to the early part of this year. We'd get into these great conversations about different books. Well, he walks over and is like, Hey..and taps my arm,...what are u doing way up here??? I was like, wow.....i'm here w/some friends from church......AND then he goes and pays for my lunch, i order and he tells the lady, Dont charge her, and hands her his card!!!!! I was like, wowowowowow...........what a beautiful day!!! lol I go and get a refill on my drink, and he's like, bye now......and smiles.....i'm like argh.....it almost brought me to tears, right now.......retelling it. lol God is soo incredibly good.
And then, i came home and my little sis helped to cut my hair, and then we went shopping and got some girly, but really pretty shirts.....and some dress shoes. One for my interview tomorrow. And wow.......i dont really talk about clothes or whatever, but man.....they are really good. I am soo thankful......and i almost fell into a pity party, some of the singles seem to be pairing up......the guys and gals. And as i was driving home, i was like, man.....i'd love to have a special someone to share this stuff with......but, then i'm like, how good to go to God.....and be like, THANKYOU!!!!!!
Tomorrow will be an interesting day. That interview is pretty exciting for me. I'll definately share what is going on.
Rosie.
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RE: Rosie's Ramblings!! - 10/2/2005 6:58:36 PM
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Been listening to this recently. What a blessing!!!!! I look back a year ago.....and see where i was, and where i am. A year ago tomorrow, i started working at Head Start, and then the weekend, everything broke lose, fell apart, w/my friends.....but, through this the Lord sooo greatly moved me to where i am today. WOW.......so, tomorrow starts another year in my life.....and it is exciting to wonder at where i'll be next year. To know, i am walking w/the keeper of my soul!!!!
Rosie.
All We Need To Know Lyrics
by RJ Helton
Here we are
Walking through the darkness of a broken world
Asking why
Here we are
Stumbling on this road so rough beneath our feet
And where it leads
We can't see
Oh but all
We need to know
Is that were walking with the keeper of our souls
And all all we need to know
Is that the life we live has never been our own
And father of our hope
Safe within your hands there's freedom to let go
That's all we need to know
Here you are
Reaching out with wounded hands to heal the world
Touch by touch
Tears will fall
One by one you catch them in your waiting hands
Like precious rain to heal our pain
And all we need to know
Is that were walking with the keeper of our souls
Oh yeah
And all all we need to know
Is that the life we live has never been our own
And father of our hope
Safe within your hands there's freedom to let go
That's all we need to know
In the middle of the raging and storm
You are shelter from the night
In the middle of the blinding pain
You are the guiding light
You are eternal life
Oh all we need to know
Is that were walking with the keeper of our soul
And all all we need to know
Is that the life we live has never been our own
And father of our hope
Safe within your hands there's freedom to let go
That's all we need to know
All we need to know
All we need to know
All we need to know
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RE: Rosie's Ramblings!! - 10/6/2005 7:54:55 PM
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Ok....here goes.....i get up, spend a leisure morning getting ready for the interview, and off i go. Its about 30 miles on the highway, around that many.....but, it is a pleasant drive, over a bay, and then just following the road. And i follow the directions and get off of the highway and then onto some other 2 lane road, one lane in both directions, and find myself in the ruralville......farm country. Well, i find the school, and go in the parking lot, finish up my coffee......and breathe in and out, and whisper a quick prayer. Well, i go walking around and look for the office. The windows in this school are from top to bottom, it is amazing to see what the leadership of RCMA sees is important. A lot of light and bright colors have puncuated ALL of the buildings i have been to. Well, then......i go in and sit down, and people all over the place are talking in Spanglish. I know a little, but definatly enough to say hello, and i am fine.....lol Well......then, of course i see Mexican babies all over the place. Well......then i go in for the interview, and man......i am soo comfortable. No nervouseness.......which is pretty amazing for me. Well....we all talk for a bit......the salary question comes up, and i tell him what i'd be looking for, and what i make now, and then he tells me what they would be able to offer.......well, it is less then what i am making now. But, i KNOW God knows my needs, and i KNOW he knows my desire. So, i am resting in that. Then the principle and this other lady, who was in the office w/me, asks me if i'd like to go have a tour of the place. Well, of course i'm like, YES.........well, then we go and see the preschool classroom, and it is amazing to see......i just got soo excited about the place, my heart beating faster.......and i felt calm about everything. Well, me and that lady ended up talking for like a half of an hour after the interview. She is sooo passionate about the babies and her job.....there were tears in her eyes as she talked about the children. It was amazing to see. I drove home and was like, ughhh, i should of said this, or i should of said that.....but, i didnt......and so......am ok w/what was said.
My heart rejoices that this might be the area in which my journey now takes place.
Rosie.
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RE: Rosie's Ramblings!! - 10/9/2005 2:44:31 PM
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ok....we will be leaving shorlty, my older sister is coming in from the airport soon from Colorado, and will be here for a couple of weeks. So, that is cool. Had a blessed time at church w/my friends......wow......they are soo precious to me!!!!! Am ever learning about the group, and the body of Christ, one of my friends was like, call me tomorrow if u need to be distracted, and i was like, wow.......and i know he'll bring me back to the Lord, to where my focus should be.
Like a friend said, Accepting love, has been hard, i've alwayz put conditions on it......and have been shocked w/the love from people. Today i sat back and was washed in the love of God.......and then saw how His people work. Trully amazing. Just wanted to write something. I'll add more things when i get back either Tues. or Wednesday!
Have a blessed day!
Rosie.
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RE: Rosie's Ramblings!! - 10/12/2005 1:27:16 PM
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Ok....am back....came back last night, but....wow, these headaches have been horrendous lately. Ok....here is what happened, we got up to JAX fine Sunday night......then monday morning arrived for the spinal tap.....but, becuz of some issues it had to be rescheduled for later on that afternoon. But, the nurse was really awesome, quite calming, and said she would try and show up later on and see me when i came back. Ok....then we, my mom and i, got some breakfast. And then i had to go for a visual field test, where they check your perriphial vision. Then i thi9nk he got some lunch, and then got ready for the test. It is funny how your body just takes over, waiting about 30 min. before the test, my knees started knocking together. Rita is waiting there, when i get called, wow....how nice of her, she didnt have to do that, and then i get ushered into the room. This room is pretty cool, as it has an x-ray machine to help guide the neadle in. Well, i lay on my stomach, and they scrub my back up.....and then i see this neadle going in, its like, wow......what is funny, is that at Mayo Clinic they have ALOT of old people there, and when the DR. saw my spine he was like, wow....that is a beautiful one!!!! IT was pretty cool to see. The pressure of the spinal fluid was at 250, and they had to take some of it out, and brought the pressure down to 150. It turns out we learned later, that the pressure should be around 200. So, it was a little high. That was that, but, wow.....i was tired after that all happened. Then yesterday, we just talked to two different doctors. They want to get the pressure down, as they think that might be bringing on the headaches, and could potentially lead to blindness if left untreated. But, my eyesight got checked, and the dr. said they look pretty normal. So, the headache dr. gave me a prescription for Topamax. It helps w/pressure in the brain, headaches, and one of the side effects is weight loss. And, i've lost more weight, this time as well.....SOOO, that means that i've been in a downward cycle for the past couple of months. It is exciting to see.
So, thats about it for now.
Rosie.
ps.....any questions i'd love to answer if u have any.
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RE: Rosie's Ramblings!! - 10/18/2005 1:27:18 PM
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just bumping this up again, i'll write more later.
Rosie
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RE: Rosie's Ramblings!! - 10/20/2005 1:55:31 PM
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Funny how God works, and i can only point this to Him!!!!
Last night, at church i just felt this incredible disconnect from the people i usually hang out with. Sat with other friends, and then met this lovely family that i knew from 8 years ago. And, the funny thing is they live in my neighborhood w/4 little babies. Soooo.......we were able to exchange numbers. Then my two guy friends were sitting at the table, and were like, where have u been??? I ended up sitting next to them, but, still felt this disconnect.......i dont know. I left almost in tears.
Anywayz......today when i check my e-mail, my friend who lives in Peru, he sends me this:
Hola! how are you??
how is you job... your family, your friends..
so....i want to practice my inglish with you ..so i thought why can´t to tolk with xxxxxx.!!
so ...y want to know what your telefon number ... and them i call you and tolk for a fon..o.k?
it´s a good idea o no? ...
becouse i estudy inglish here so i need to practice ..
o.k thank you xxxxx!
bye and have a nice day!!
The thing with this is there are missionaries from here over there!!!! I'm almost in tears again!!!! God is soo amazing!!!!
Rosie.
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RE: Rosie's Ramblings!! - 10/23/2005 3:18:21 PM
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Wow.....had an awesome day today, went to church, and talked about some things needed at a Migrant farm.....and a couple guys from the singles group signed up saying they would like to help. The service was from the Founder of Gospel for Asia....his books are highlighted on this web page.....but, he was there at church, and talked about the their mission. I bought a couple of books, and really feel the Lord is leading me deeper into missions. It was excellent to be there. And then, as i was going out to my car, i ran into Garret.....and we had this awesome conversation......and, it was really cool.....i think we are back as friends. I just feel all encouraged.
Here is Gospel for Asia's webpage!
http://www.gfa.org/
And tomorrow work got cancelled for the hurricane, so that will be interesting to see what happens w/that.
I will skiddaddle now.
Rosie.
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RE: Rosie's Ramblings!! - 10/24/2005 1:52:25 PM
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RosieCotton
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Hey you all.....
Just thought i'd say a quick howdy. Woke up to 16 degree change in temperature from yesterday!!! lol Actually have my sweater in the car, as i'm at my parents house now. So, that is cool. Looks like, we again dodged the bullet from the storm. Alot of wind and lots of rain this morning. But, all is well where i am at. The cold temperatures are hurting our farms, and then the hurricane hurts the farms, and this is the livelyhood of the migrant workers. Ohh, well.....even in these tragedies, we serve a God who is in control. It does seem like the storm dipped far to the south, and Cuba was unprepared. Saw a lot of damage there. Soo, sad!
Yesterday at church one of the girls was talking about how at her job, she is a manager, she needed to write up a girl for two different things, who is under her, well she said a praise that this girl got fired, not by her, but said, this girl made her bed and now has to sleep in it. I've been thinking about this for the whole day, and am really seeing if the Lord wants me to talk to my friend. Should this be our attitude for the world?!?!? Yeah, we have to do things cuz of our power, like in management jobs, but, if they dont see our love how will they ever want to come to Christ?!?!?! Please pray for wisdom, i take on peoples cases and defend people, that is like in my nature. But, this isnt the first time i've seen this attitutude from her.
Well, i need to find some other stuff........i'll write more later.
Rosie.
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