Wow...last night was a GREAT night. I was able to do something that I always LOVE to do for a friend and while no exact money was made, contacts were, and it was fun. This is the beginning of something huge for someone I know and I feel priviliged to be a part of it.
Now I have some inkling of what I'm "supposed" to be doing and it feels good. Very good.

Aside from that things are about the same...not where I'd like them to be yet but moving, always moving, in that direction. I have a roof over my head, I'm not hungry, and I'm meeting some interesting characters in my life. That last part makes life worth living, amen? God is good to me.

Planning to go to church tonight. Again, I'm not much for what is known as "organized religion" and will never be a member of that again but this is about as far from that scenario as one can get and still be in regular church. The music is loud and the people are non-judgmental.......just like I like it.

Ryan and Linda: Thank you sooo much for everything. You guys are awesome and I love you. I hope I don't lose touch with you. BTW, there may still be some mail in your box but the one I was looking for is where I am so don't worry. Love you both. PS. I am still thinking about that awesome store we went to Ryan. The one where I got the sage burner. Wow. Thanks for taking me there.

Courtney: You have no idea how much I appreciate everything. I had a blast. Please stay in touch and let me know how the boys are doing. I love you all so much. Say hi to everyone there for me and tell them I won't forget them. Say hi to your Dad for me and thank him for the Snickers, 'kay? That was the sweetest........

Calebson: Don't worry. Everything is good and I'm very good. E-mail me, 'kay? Love you.

Vickie: Glad things are going well with your moving. Isn't God good? Stay in touch. You have been the most wonderful friend through this whole thing. I love you girlfriend.

Ashley: Ask Caleb for my e-mail. Please stay in touch...I love you. I haven't given up on the plan you had. Say hi to Shayne for me, 'kay? Love you.

Tricia: You remind me of me in some ways....wholehearted and loyal to your friends. I'm glad I can be counted as one of them now. Love you.

Mindpower and Chells: Our communication was a long time ago and my blog isn't open for comments anymore but I wanted to thank you for the wonderful messages that you left me earlier and they still minister to me. Love you guys.

Sammy Jo: Thank you so much for your encouragement, love and support. I know the day is coming when we will meet. I love you.

Squabbler: You MUST know I still love ya. Sorry things are so messed up but I came over to The Lodge to see how you are doing, and saw the pictures of your house. I see you're taking good care of your plants. Brought back memories. I hear good things about your Dad.

Lucy: Would love to hear from you if you want to write. Ask Vickie for my e-mail, 'kay?

Biggie: I don't know if you ever check my blog but I just want you to know that Denis and I miss hanging with you at the Q. Love you.

music: Love you baby, forever and ever.

Not to worry....I am alive and well and not quite the pushover that SOME people (Caleb and Courtney) think I am (you KNOW I love you guys forever, right?) *smooch*

Anyway, stay in touch and I will fill you in on the details. This new thing is not about me or anyone else....this is about God using me in the situation, and isn't that what I've always prayed for? That God would use me? Seriously. Please don't worry.

Love you,
POH

PS. re:previous post.....prayers, baby.....gotsta LOVE them prayers! God is sooooo good, isn't He? Thanks.

BTW, prayers are ALWAYS needed and desired.

Love you guys,

POH

To anyone who cares....please don't forget about me.

I have moved to a more permanent arrangement with someone who wants me to stay with them as long as I like and even has two of the keeeeuuuutest little boys I have ever seen. They resemble my grandchildren in some ways...to the point that I have been close to tears. They are sooooooo lovable and between their mother and them I feel like I am with family again. I feel like I have something to offer someone now and that, in and of itself, makes all of the hospitality I have received less humbling. To Caleb: I am planning to stay here, at least until God shows me something different. Thank you again. I am beginning to realize that simple thank-you's don't suffice anymore.....you know? *smooch*

Because of the move I have more limited internet access and my phone is not working until I pay the bill. It is oh-oh-kay though. Piece of cake. I can do this. I WILL survive. Where is James when I need him?

Love you guys,

POH

PS. I am near internet access until sometime later this afternoon. If you want to contact me please write to one of the addresses that you have for me. I am checking e-mail. After this afternoon I don't know when my next internet exposure will be. Please contact me as soon as you read this (Thursday afternoon) if you need to. If you write after I have left the area I will return your e-mail as soon as I am able.

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