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{May Has Arrived}

  I sure hope that your May has kicked off to a good start. The heat is settling in quick around our parts.  We've kicked off May with watching our softball girls win the District. Next week we start another round of ball. It's so much fun to watch these girls and especially our girl, Mallory. She plays centerfield.  We were so proud of both teams that played against each other. They all, hand in hand gathered together as one of our girls prayed for the game and also for one of our young men that was in a horrific car accident and fighting. His name is Kaden if you can think to lift him up to our Lord.  I had the opportunity recently to speak to a group of women at a ladies luncheon event at a local church. Oh we had so much fun. I wished I had gotten pictures of the beautiful decorations. We had a TEA PARTY and we each kept the cup that we drank out of it.  Isn't she just lovely? Easter has come and gone but we sure have a great time with family. We gather each...
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{It's Beginning To Look A Lot Like Fall" Every Where I Go.....


I hope that you all are enjoying your late Sunday evening. As for me, I about pooped as my granny would have said and ready for a little "rest in the recliner". We've had a busy week and weekend and it seems there is never enough time in the day to get all done that is needed but....I just give God the praise that we are able to do most of what is needed a little bit of what we want to do. 


I managed to get a little more Fall decor done and I was glad as I told my daughter's...it won't be long and I'll be decorating for Christmas. I know that God knew what He was doing but y'all, I really think some holidays are too close together. LOL!





My little grands love my OLD scarecrow. Bless his little heart, he used to light up but that tore up a few years ago. However, he is still in the family. 


We went and watched our favorite grandson play his last home football game. Needless to say he has quite a fan club. 

Nothing like family supporting family and with these grands...Oh My! What we don't and won't do!

My grandgirl Mallory wanted to do a little target practicing to gear up for rifle season. I must say, "she is one sharp little shooter". 
She takes after Nana.....Ha!

Marty's birthday is October 10 but we celebrated a week early with Sunday dinner and his favorite, pecan pie and rocky road ice cream. He will be out of town a few days with his dad among the old Georgia pines muzzleloading so an early celebration was called for. 


He is truly loved and admired by array of women in the family. 

My oldest daughter baked her sisters and I a loaf of pumpkin bread. Guess what I will be having with my coffee in the morning? YUM!

Our ladies kicked off Wednesday night with a brand new bible study and two of us leaders (standing) one in the black top and myself...prayerfully decided to step down from leading ladies on Wednesday nights. Donna has been leading for over 30 years and it's been 24-25 years for me. This was nothing that just happened but something we truly felt the Lord had placed upon our hearts. We however will be leading a future day time class for ladies that may rather step away from the late Wednesday nights, those that can't drive at night or those that have children in school and are looking for a bible study to attend. I am very excited at how God went before us, leveled the mountain, prepared our hearts and to top it off, He gave our Wednesday night ladies six new leaders. We are so excited for them! We shared our hearts on Wednesday night with the leaders as well as those attending the study and we prayed scripture over the new leaders. We gave each new leader a prayer journal with a hand written note from us with scripture along with a book mark. We bought the cutest little torches to pass on to each and we got each of them a prayer shawl. A representation of the fact that they have been called to teach the living Word of God and that the most important thing they can do is to PRAY to the one whom loves them more than He loved himself. We went into detail with the representation a prayer shawl. It was a very emotional time for us but also a time to say, "GOD AIN'T THROUGH WITH US". The doors He has opened and is opening has been beyond what we could ever imagine with ministering and mentoring women. 

I hope that you all have a wonderful week and remember....

Hugs and blessings, Cindy




 

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  1. Pam RichardsonOctober 3, 2021 at 8:03 PM

    Happy early birthday to Marty! I love seeing your family photos and reading what you all are doing. I baked pumpkin bread and have been enjoying it with my morning coffee. God leads us in new paths if we trust Him. Happy week sweet friend!

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    1. Creations By CindyOctober 4, 2021 at 8:31 AM

      Thank you Pam. I am having a slice of that yummy pumpkin bread with my coffee this mornings.

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  2. Granny MarigoldOctober 3, 2021 at 11:19 PM

    Your home is looking very Autumnal and decorated. Your Thanksgiving and Christmas sure do come right after each other. I've always been glad our Thanksgiving is the second Monday in October ( yep, that's coming right up).
    Happy birthday to your hubby. I love how your family does so much all together!!

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    1. Creations By CindyOctober 4, 2021 at 8:32 AM

      I honestly do the most decorating at Christmas as it is my most favorite time of the holiday season. Our family does so very much together and it makes me one happy Nana. Thanks GM for the birthday wishes for Marty.

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  3. BarbaraOctober 4, 2021 at 8:10 AM

    Well if it didn't feel like Fall before I read this post, it certainly does now! All your decorations are beautiful. I'm sure your family enjoys it so much.

    You have indeed had a busy week full of blessings received and blessings given.

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    1. Creations By CindyOctober 4, 2021 at 8:33 AM

      Thanks Barbara. It's surely busy times with all my family but love it.

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  4. Heather{Our Life In a Click}October 4, 2021 at 9:45 AM

    Your house looks so cozy and welcoming for fall. My favorite season!! I've been doing a little fall decorating here and there but now that it's October I can really go for it! What a beautiful family you and Marty have! Such blessings. Football games must be so fun with your favorite grandson playing!! Enjoy this lovely time my friend!

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    1. Creations By CindyOctober 4, 2021 at 9:48 AM

      Thank you Heather. I am pretty sure I have done all the fall decor I will do though. My kitchen/dining area and living room is usually what I decorate for most holidays but now Christmas....oh that is a different story! LOL! It is fun watching Conner play football. Grandgirl Mallory has a volleyball game this week too. Hugs and blessings, Cindy

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  5. JunkchiccottageOctober 4, 2021 at 10:17 AM

    Good Monday morning sweet friend. Oh always love to see how family is so important and such a blessing to all be together. Your bible study women's group too. What a great and fun group of women brought together with God. I am making pumpkin bread in the oven as I write this. Have a great new week. xoxo Kris

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    1. Creations By CindyOctober 4, 2021 at 11:10 AM

      My pumpkin bread was so yummy this morning with coffee. I plan to make a batch soon. Have a great day Kris.

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  6. thepaintedapron.comOctober 4, 2021 at 11:25 AM

    Your home looks wonderful decked out for Fall Cindy! Pumpkin bread seems to be trending right now, perfect Fall food! I love to see your family having fun together, best of times!
    Jenna

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    1. Creations By CindyOctober 4, 2021 at 11:35 AM

      Thanks Jenna. I am hoping to get some made myself before long.

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  7. CherylOctober 4, 2021 at 1:18 PM

    Aw! I can only imagine how sad and emotional it was for everyone as you and your friend stepped down from leading the Bible study group. I am sad, and I am not even in your class! But seasons do change, don't they? And with each new season comes new and fresh blessings from the Lord. I am so thankful you are just redirecting and will still be leading Bible studies. You are far too valuable to retire! LOL! Sending much love your way today, sweet friend.

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    1. Creations By CindyOctober 4, 2021 at 2:01 PM

      Awe Cheryl, it was indeed emotional. So many ties over the years. But, giving God the praise that He is not through with us. We will still minister to women but in a different way, day and time. I am excited about what He has in store for us too.

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  8. MargieOctober 4, 2021 at 4:51 PM

    I'm admiring your beautiful fall decor, Cindy!

    Our Canadian Thanksgiving is next weekend. I'm glad we celebrate it early (2nd Monday of October) so that it's spaced out from Halloween and Christmas.

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    1. Creations By CindyOctober 5, 2021 at 3:44 PM

      Thank you Margie. I forget that you do Thanksgiving early. I really do think Thanksgiving and Christmas for us is too close together. LOL!

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  9. ~Lavender Dreamer~October 5, 2021 at 12:52 PM

    I've never heard of a prayer shawl but I think it is a beautiful idea. We all need that comfort from time to time. Love seeing your family! Your girls are all just gorgeous...just like you! Happy Birthday to Marty! He is surrounded by love!

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  10. Lowcarb team memberOctober 5, 2021 at 4:42 PM

    Your house is looking good ... wonderful Fall décor.

    Lovely family photographs, so nice to see the happy smiling faces.
    Happy birthday to Marty.

    All the best Jan

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  11. Linda StollOctober 5, 2021 at 4:54 PM

    What is lovelier than choosing to leave well ...

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  12. Lea @ CiCis CornerOctober 6, 2021 at 7:34 PM

    Look at all that colorful fall decor! So pretty! So great to leave on solid ground and I know you are a blessing as a Bible teacher. Enjoy the rest of your week!

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  13. AnonymousOctober 7, 2021 at 1:01 PM

    Loved seeing all of your pretty decorations. :) And hey, I have that same Realtree shirt as you. We have done that before, I believe! ha, ha. I just can't believe it's already fall. My birthday is next week and I feel like it should still be ... May. lol Time sure does fly! I am already thinking of Christmas, myself. I agree, it comes very quickly!

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    1. Creations By CindyOctober 7, 2021 at 4:06 PM

      Yes we do have the same shirt. I have several Realtree shirts in different colors. LOL!

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  14. SusanOctober 7, 2021 at 4:26 PM

    Hi Cindy, wow I can totally relate to being busy and understand the important in spending time with our families! I love all the pictures! I too have decorated around our fireplace but have not taken pictures. That is so nice that you presented prayer shawls to everyone. I was a leader in women's ministry for 12 years, and did lay counseling half those years. In 2007 my ministry became my family, taking care of my aging parents and helping with the new grands. We are blessed and we have a beautiful families! Thanks for visiting my blog!

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    1. Creations By CindyOctober 8, 2021 at 5:09 PM

      I love women's ministries. But it is time to change things up a bit. And there is nothing like family.

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  15. handmade by amaliaOctober 8, 2021 at 12:24 AM

    Wonderful seasonal decorations. My favorite time of year.
    Amalia
    xo

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    1. Creations By CindyOctober 8, 2021 at 5:09 PM

      Thanks. My favorite holiday season is Christmas but by the time Fall decor rolls around I am surely ready for it.

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  16. Jemma@athomewithjemmaOctober 8, 2021 at 3:48 PM

    Hello Sweet Lady,
    Your home and lifestyle always make me happy. Your love of the Lord and keeping your family all tucked in His love is a true testimony to goodness!
    Now, I want to know when you are going to go hunting??
    I remember last year and that trophy buck!
    Big Hugs,
    Jemma

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    1. Creations By CindyOctober 8, 2021 at 5:11 PM

      Thanks friend. Oh girl...my buck is still being talked about! LOL! I am having him mounted and hope to have him back soon. I did go bow hunting but no harvest. Getting my gear ready for rifle season though...

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  17. Marilyn @ MountainTopSpiceOctober 9, 2021 at 12:45 AM

    What a wonderful birthday celebration for Marty! Always a joy to come for a "visit" with you and see your beautiful family. They sure are a great fan club! And how amazing that you led such a wonderful group of ladies for so many years, and have others that are able to continue on for you. May the Lord continue to bless mightily this gathering of ladies that love the Lord. Much love and hugs sent your way :)

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

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