October 25, 2012 (11:27 AM) - I get a call from the hospital where I am suppose to go for my testing. I get a reminder to call and schedule my 1st Trimester Screening Tests. We have 3 more days of Rage to focus on, but I know I have to call and get this done. There are seriously not enough hours in a day.
I get my weekly pop up from my phone app. I am so excited! According to my phone App today I turn 13 weeks (Assuming I really am due May10th). May 10 or May 15th, who knows who is right...Oh My! For the sake of sooner vs later I decide to keep the May 10th date on my phone. I love that the app tells me how big my baby is now, as well as the milestones reached. Baby can now such his/her thumb and the vocal cords are completely developed. WOW!!
There are reports on the news that a hurricane has hit Cuba and has weakened but it now on its way to the Bahamas. The hurricane has been named "Hurricane Sandy." Experts are worried that it may begin to pick up speed as it seems it is headed to the U.S. The reporters say that there is a possibility the storm can weaken and thus we will avoid damages. But the next few days will be critical.
I get my weekly pop up from my phone app. I am so excited! According to my phone App today I turn 13 weeks (Assuming I really am due May10th). May 10 or May 15th, who knows who is right...Oh My! For the sake of sooner vs later I decide to keep the May 10th date on my phone. I love that the app tells me how big my baby is now, as well as the milestones reached. Baby can now such his/her thumb and the vocal cords are completely developed. WOW!!
There are reports on the news that a hurricane has hit Cuba and has weakened but it now on its way to the Bahamas. The hurricane has been named "Hurricane Sandy." Experts are worried that it may begin to pick up speed as it seems it is headed to the U.S. The reporters say that there is a possibility the storm can weaken and thus we will avoid damages. But the next few days will be critical.
October 26, 2012 - The storm from yesterday has moved through the Bahamas and seems to have weakened the storm. But meteorologist are still concern how the remnants of the storm can affect the U.S.
Rage is on its 3rd night. We had the largest crowd tonight thus far. I gotta admit, I am exhausted and in pain. (Sometime during Rage while doing the lighting, I bump my back against the roller coaster). I feel fine except for the gash on my back. I know my husband will not be happy once he learns I hurt myself.
I see a lot of people walk out of this event with tears in their eyes. I know God is moving here. Watching them take in the last scene of our maze, reminds me that we are here for this purpose. God is good!
October 27, 2012 -After briefly weakening "Sandy" has picked up speed and strength. Parts of the East Coast are beginning to prepare for the worst. News of the storm coming fill every TV station. New York and New Jersey are the most at risk. The storms are on their way. Not just a storm but apparently one that is going to bring catastrophic results/
Rage is on its's 4th night. We had only about 10 people come today. It was disappointing, but I have to keep in mind that it's worth it if even only one person, was ministered to tonight. Can't wait to get home. It has been a LONG weekend and I just want to put my feet up.
October 29, 2012 -Hurricane Sandy has hit the East Coast tonight. The devastation is being estimated to cost billions. I say a prayer for those that are caught in the storm that did not get a chance to leave or chose to stay. We really won't know what the damages are yet.
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October 29th-30th, 2012 - Pictures and video footage of the damage left by "sandy" is beginning to appear. It is beyond catastrophic. Besides the streets and the typical power lines being knocked down, there are images of boardwalks ripped apart. Homes are torn apart, subways are flooded and even boats/ships surfaced onto the streets in New Jersey and New York. All day long, images of destruction are displayed all over the media. The internet is flooded with news, updates, and photos. It is heartbreaking to see the destruction left behind. But one of the things that marvels me, is how people can persevere in the midst of a terrible storm like this. I see images and hear stories on the radio and the news of how people are helping each other and how others have been able to survive despite the overwhelming circumstances.
October 31, 2012 - I am glad I took the day off. So many things to do before our last night of Rage. Images of the East Coast continue to flood the media. Thousands of people are still without power. I pray God will give them strength and peace through this turmoil.
Rage- Another busy night. We had the largest group of people come tonight. Again God shows up and just tears at people's hearts. Many break down in tears, many are impacted. I am humbled that God would use our Ministry in this manner. It is bitter sweet as we close down for the night. Next year (we have decided), we will not be able to participate in this event at this capacity.
In the last week it seems like my belly has doubled, I'm wearing only maternity clothes at this point, since it's the only thing I can wear. This could be a BIG BABY. Oh boy!! I really got to make it a point to schedule that appointment. I have added it to my list of things to do.
As I look at the images that continuously appear from the storm, it blows my mind at how people are able to rise above the circumstances. The human spirit is by far so much stronger than we realize, but even more stronger than that, is the love of God for His children. Many wonder and say where is God in all of this? I see the hand of God, in every story of survival. I see God in the people who are stepping up to help, I see God in the hands and feet that are already helping clear the chaos. I see God in the people who hug others and literally have pulled people up from the wreckage. I see God in the people who say "I will come out of this". I wonder why people automatically either blame God or ask where He is when chaos hits. I believe God is in the same place He has always been. I wonder do people ask 'where was God as His son was beaten, ridiculed and eventually nailed to the cross for us?" I realize that we will never understand why things happen. To trust God in all ans with all, is SO much easier said than done.
In the last week it seems like my belly has doubled, I'm wearing only maternity clothes at this point, since it's the only thing I can wear. This could be a BIG BABY. Oh boy!! I really got to make it a point to schedule that appointment. I have added it to my list of things to do.
As I look at the images that continuously appear from the storm, it blows my mind at how people are able to rise above the circumstances. The human spirit is by far so much stronger than we realize, but even more stronger than that, is the love of God for His children. Many wonder and say where is God in all of this? I see the hand of God, in every story of survival. I see God in the people who are stepping up to help, I see God in the hands and feet that are already helping clear the chaos. I see God in the people who hug others and literally have pulled people up from the wreckage. I see God in the people who say "I will come out of this". I wonder why people automatically either blame God or ask where He is when chaos hits. I believe God is in the same place He has always been. I wonder do people ask 'where was God as His son was beaten, ridiculed and eventually nailed to the cross for us?" I realize that we will never understand why things happen. To trust God in all ans with all, is SO much easier said than done.
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