What does “having it all” mean to you? Is it attainable?
To me ‘Having It May’ means having a life in Christ Jesus. Without Him life is empty because there is no forgiveness of my sins. Who would I confess them to? He died for us, thereby removing the sins of all who believe. My life is full. With Jesus I am rich in spiritual wealth. I don’t need money and things to be considered as ‘having it all’.
I would like to talk to my sister. But there’s a trick to this. She’s very difficult to pin down because she’s extremely busy. I am going home to Michigan next month for my dad’s 90th birthday party, so I will see here then and have a chance to catch up.
What personal belongings do you hold most dear?
I have to say that it’s my grandmother’s aquamarine pendant necklace. It’s from the early 20th century. I’m not sure about the exact date. It could be earlier.
I have always been a strong proponent of not having collections because they take up space. But, if I have a collection that ‘moves’ so to speak, that’s ok. Here’s what I mean. I have a collection of beads of all types, but I create beaded jewelry with them and sell the pieces as craft fairs. There are various reasons why people collect certain items. I decided to collect beads because, even though the cabinet I keep them in takes up space, it isn’t a large space. At the same time I get to do something I enjoy, that is to make something with them and give others joy when they purchase the jewelry I create with them.
Below is a photo of one of my pieces of jewelry.
Yes, three. When I was four, I decided it would be fun to hang on the arm of one of the flower pots on the side of the house. It was approximately 2 feet by 6 inches and about 6 or 7 inches deep. It was filled with dirt at the time. I wrapped my foot in the angular arm protruding out from the house, grabbed hold of it with my hands, and started swinging. It took one swing and the flower pot came down on my left ankle. I remember that pain like it was yesterday. I am thankful to God for not letting it come down on my head, or I probably would not be here today reliving that experience. Then…..
Last year, July 29 2024, I was on a walk. I had my cellphone in my left hand playing music (no headphones) and going at a pretty good clip. I was on the sidewalk (usually I walk on the street). As I approached the next street, I tripped over a piece of cement sticking up from crack. My knees went out from under me, I couldn’t right myself, and I flew over the curb into the street. I landed on my left side. My phone went flying, my left arm twisted, and the left side of my face smacked against the pavement. My right arm was trying to do its job, and in so doing, twisted as well but not as much as the left. The result? My left arm was dislocated at the elbow (radius), and the ulna was broken in three places. I have a plate and screws keeping it all together. The right arm had a tiny hairline fracture in a small round bone inside the elbow. No cast for the right arm, but it still hurt to the point I needed my husband to do tiny favors for me like opening the tube of toothpaste, LOL. The left had a splint for the first two weeks (after the ER doctor put the radius back in its socket). Two weeks later I had surgery on the three breaks on the ulna to put the hardware in, then it was wrapped for a month.
Now, ten months later, my arms are as good as new.
Share one of the best gifts you’ve ever received.
Jesus. He gave me/us the gift of life through His death and resurrection. Thank you, Jesus.
Write about your approach to budgeting.
Always pay your bills first. Never spend more than what you make or have. If you want something, work for it and save your money for it. You don’t have to finance everything. Strike that balance between having too much debt and too little.
Is there anything you feel too old to do anymore?
Dancing used to be one of my favorite activities. Over the years I took Latin and ballroom dance lessons for fun. At one time I took lessons at Arthur Murray, but the interest suddenly died, and I no longer wanted to dance anymore. I’m fine with that decision because I just wasn’t feeling it anymore.
Do you need a break? From what?
Actually, no, I don’t need a break. When you love what you do, taking a break can feel detrimental.
In what ways do you communicate online?
I mostly communicate by way of responding to posts on social media and messaging.
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