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{It's Been A Hot Minute Y'all}

  Well, it's not HOT in my neck of the woods in temperature (not today anyway) but it's sure been a HOT minute since I last posted. For that I am so sorry but it seems my life has been consumed with doctor appointments, tests, and MORE tests, biopsies, surgery and so much more. One day at a time sweet Jesus is all that any of us can ask for. Wanted to pop in on this beautiful Sunday afternoon to share a little about what I've been up too.  Marty and I enjoyed a weekend at the beach before I had breast cancer surgery and took advantage of the time I had in between so many doctor appointments and testing. It was sure a good little getaway.  We celebrated our 47th wedding anniversary in September. WOW! Just babies! LOL! We were high school sweethearts. Started dating at age 16. Married at age 18 and started a family at age 20.  We celebrated Marty's birthday in October. He says that he's feeling his age these days. LOL! He still works 4 days a week and has a long commu
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Wednesday in the Word-Family

 

 I cannot imagine my life without my family! Living in a fallen world where I see families falling apart one by one, marriage covenants broken daily, parents abandoning their children and sin and selfishness being at the top of the household list, my heart breaks! I am a product of such sin and selfishness and years ago I realized how quickly generational bondage can lead to generational sin.


We must take a stand against the enemy my friends and say, "Not my marriage or my family will you have". Years ago I sensed such an awakening to the "reaping" of such generational bondage and sin that had been sown in my own life. I then made a vow to God that with His help I would STAND firm against Satan and I would make a difference in my marriage, in the lives of my children and future grandchildren.  

Beth Moore, author of many Bible Studies said it best:

I believe we do not think about nor pray enough for our descendants---our children, grandchildren, and their children. Our actions, both good and bad, will have consequences after we are absent from this earth. While we are enjoying the bliss of heaven and the mercy of God's grace, our grandchildren still could be reaping painful consequences of situations we've sown. Or, on the other hand, they could be enjoying the benefits of faithful lives by lived by great-grandparents whom they've never know.

So just as the President, formerly, General Eisenhower sitting at his desk in the Oval Office soon after the war said, "THE BUCK STOPS HERE, I said it too! I knew that I did not want to pass down to my children and their children the same traits that had been passed down to me!

 

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The Buck Stops here simply means that YOU are RESPONSIBLE now and cannot blame what is happening on someone else! 

I love my family enough that I do want to make a difference in their lives and the lives of my grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Wouldn't it be nice to just think that one day even our great-great grandchildren will be reaping the "GOD difference" that we made in our own lives?

 Hugs and blessings, Cindy

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  1. MaryannAugust 7, 2013 at 8:33 AM

    Great photos Cindy...you are so right we can make a difference in our families by the decisions WE make. I like the idea of "the buck stops here"
    Blessings to you

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  2. BrendaAugust 7, 2013 at 8:53 AM

    Your post is very powerful this morning. Very strong words indeed and very needed in this day and age. I have been praying for my children and my grandchildren, but never thought of what I teach them would no longer be heard when I leave this earth, but I do pray it sets in deep enough in them that they will still hear it when I'm gone. "Teach them in the way they should go and they will never part from it." Keep up your wonderful teachings, Cindy. Not only will your children and grandchildren be better off because of it, but mine and others will also be better off because of it. You're wonderful!
    Brenda

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  3. xinexAugust 7, 2013 at 9:17 AM

    You have a beautiful family, Indy. I love those photos!...Christine

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  4. AnonymousAugust 7, 2013 at 9:33 AM

    LOVE the pictures and really enjoyed your post today. True words spoken here. Thanks Cindy.
    Connie Royals

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  5. Breathing In GraceAugust 7, 2013 at 10:16 AM

    Oh, my word, your babies are beautiful!!! Well written post...words of wisdom spoken from the heart of a Grandmother!!!

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  6. SharlotteAugust 7, 2013 at 7:00 PM

    What a wonderful post. I'm too concerned about my legacy, I pray for them daily.
    Your pictures are so pretty...your grandchildren are precious!
    Thank you for your inspiration.
    Sharlotte

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  7. Heather{Our Life In a Click}August 7, 2013 at 9:34 PM

    Aww such beautiful children!! Love that family shot!

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  8. Yellow Rose ArborAugust 7, 2013 at 11:37 PM

    Love the beautiful photography! Your grands are such cuties! Our grandchildren will have a harder time being Christians in our "changed nation." We must pray hard while we are here and trust the Lord to protect them and hold them close to Him always.

    Katherine

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  9. Zuni, Chickadee Home NestAugust 8, 2013 at 4:27 PM

    Hi, Cindy. As a follower who gets your posts via email, I don't miss much that goes on here, and I'm so glad. It seems like your topic is perfectly timed for what I need to hear/read! Your babies are beautiful, as is your photography. I was so pleased to see that you'd stopped by my baptism table post and commented! Thank you for your kind and sweet words. God bless. ~Zuni

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  10. AnonymousAugust 9, 2013 at 11:39 AM

    Hi Dear Cindy! Oh, this is so true and so much needed today as more and more people do not follow Jesus. Such a great reminder to be more mindful of praying specifically for our descendants! I love your precious snaps too. Hope you're doing well, dear one.
    You're always a sweetie,
    Shelia ;)

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  11. Visits With MaryAugust 9, 2013 at 5:27 PM

    Love this post Cindy, it is a subject that I have also had to stand firm against. My daughter and I have talked about it many times, it was late in my life before I realized what was happening, before I understood. Thank God, He is faithful and provides us with the armor we need to go against Satan and his demons. We must stand strong in th faith and call on God everyday for guidance and protection.

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  12. Have a Daily Cup of Mrs. OlsonAugust 9, 2013 at 9:58 PM

    Cindy, I do think it's up to us to make our own happiness. Being unselfish and putting others before ourselves makes a big difference. I too can NOT imagine life without my dear husband and family. Your grands are darling and look like little angels. Loved the profound message of this post!
    hugs,
    Jann

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  13. AnonymousAugust 10, 2013 at 1:03 PM

    WOW, what a powerful message Miss Cindy. You have a beautiful family (love, love, love your photography). Johnna

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So glad you stopped by to visit.
Hugs and blessings, Cindy

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