Friday, January 18, 2008

Benevolant Dreamer



You are a Dreamer


  • Your combination of abstract thinking, appreciation of beauty, and cautiousness makes you a DREAMER.

  • You often imagine how things could be better, and you have very specific visions of this different future.

  • Beauty and style are important to you, and you have a discerning eye when it comes to how things look.

  • Although you often think more broadly, you prefer comfort to adventure, choosing to stay within the boundaries of your current situation.

  • Your preferences for artistic works are very refined, although you vastly prefer some types and styles to others.

  • Though your dreams are quite vivid, you are cautious in following up on them.

  • You are aware of both your positive and negative qualities, so that your ego doesn't get in your way.

  • A sense of vulnerability sometimes holds you back, stifling your creative tendencies.

  • You're not one to force your positions on a group, and you tend to be fair in evaluating different options.

  • You're not afraid to let your emotions guide you, and you're generally considerate of others' feelings as well.

  • Generally, you believe that you control your life, and that external forces only play a limited role in determining what happens to you.

  • If you want to be different:


  • Your imagination is a wonderful asset, but don't just dream—be bold enough to take action and explore new things!

  • Consider a wider range of details and possibilities when thinking about the present and the future—don't be too set in your ways.

  • how you relate to others

    You are Benevolent


  • You are a great person to interact with—understanding, giving, and trusting—in a word, BENEVOLENT

  • You don't mind being in social situations, as you feel comfortable enough with people to be yourself.

  • Your caring nature goes beyond a basic concern: you take the time to understand the nuances of people's situations before passing any sort of judgment.

  • You're a good listener, and even better at offering advice.

  • You're concerned with others at both an individual and societal level—you sympathize with the plights of troubled groups, and you can care about people you've never met.

  • Considering many different perspectives is something at which you excel, and you appreciate that quality in others.

  • Other people's feelings are important to you, and you're good at mediating disputes.

  • Because of your understanding and patience, you tend to bring out the best in people.

  • If you want to be different:


  • You spend a lot of time taking care of others, but don't forget to take care of yourself!

  • Sometimes you can get overcommitted, and when you sacrifice spending time with those close to you, it can make them feel unimportant.

  • Okay...is this really me? Let me know what you think.

    Kendra

    Saturday, December 29, 2007

    Eternal Love

    She sits, she fidgets, rubbing her hands together in constant motion.  Her eyes dart back and forth, never quite settling on any one thing.  After sitting for just a moment, she rises, and paces.  
    He watches quietly, eternal sadness in his eyes.  She doesn't know his name anymore, but she recognizes love when she feels it.  She goes to him, and holds out her hand.  
    "What do you need, honey?" he asks.  "Are you hungry?  How 'bout a cookie?  You sure do like those."  
    She smiles and nods, her eyes brightening.
    "Come on, then, " he says, leading her into the kitchen.
    I love to watch them, even now.  He takes care of her every need, physically and emotionally; taking his vow seriously.  
    "In sickness and in health, 'til death do us part".
    The years weren't always easy.  Many things tried to part them, but, choosing love and forgiveness, they pressed on.
    They fought addiction, jealousy and poverty.  
    They lived the greater part of their lives without eternal hope.  And when 
    they found that hope,
    they found a greater love than they had ever imagined.
    And now, sickness is taking its toll.  She isn't the same woman he married so long ago.  But sometimes, the young beauty he fell in love with shines through a laugh, a smile, a simple touch.
    I watch as he leads her back into the den.
    "How 'bout some bluegrass?" he asks her.  She claps her hands and smiles.
    As the music begins, she moves her feet and sways, lost in a past and a present that we can't be a part of.
    Nevertheless, I can't help but smile as she does, and I feel the beat of the music.
    I tap my feet and sing along with her, and feel that somehow, she is happy.
    I go to him, and hug him.  Tomorrow I go home, and leave him here alone with her.  But now I see, love will see them through, 'til death do them part.

    Written by Kendra Roberts Lynn
    December 29th, 2007

    Friday, December 28, 2007

    Incredible Song

    This is a new song by Bonnie MacDonald. I thought it was so incredible that I just had to post it here.
    Enjoy.
    Kendra
    Mommy, Can't You Hear (or The Mommy Song)

    Sunday, December 23, 2007

    Merry Christmas!

    Merry Christmas, all!  Just stopping by to say thank you for all the recent comments.  We've been busy and stressed in our house for quite a few months, so I haven't been around much, but things are looking up.
    Scott started a new job last week, we are very excited about having a steady income!  The girls are excited about Christmas.  We are heading to Tennessee tonight, and then after Christmas we will be going to Florida with Scott's family for the Disney World thing.  I KNOW the girls will love that!
    Our Christmas programs are all over with, thank goodness, and I can sort of relax now.  (one more service to do this afternoon, THEN I can relax for real!)
    We wish you all a very happy and relaxed holiday season.  Enjoy your families and friends.  
    Lots of love,
    Kendra

    Wednesday, November 21, 2007

    Happy Thanksgiving

    Hi, everyone.
    Just stopping by to wish you all a very Happy Thanksgiving. :)
    We are in New Jersey to celebrate the holiday with Scott's family.
    Today we went into New York City and took the girls to see the Radio City Hall Christmas Spectacular with the Rockettes.  They were totally enthralled!  We had seats about five rows behind the orchestra, so we could see it all.
    (My inlaws are incredibly generous, and really spoiled us all today.)
    The girls really liked the Santa Claus part of the show, and Merry said she knew he was the "real" Santa.  She also said that she thought he might have left his sleigh and reindeer on the roof.
    (Scott's losing the war on whether or not our kids believe in Santa...they seem to really enjoy talking about him.)
    They also loved the Nativity.  There were real camels, a donkey and a herd of sheep.  Kelsey LOVED the sheep.
    After the show we walked around the City for awhile.  We took the girls into The American Girl Place.  That store is incredible!  Merry is getting an American Girl doll for Christmas, and she is completely captivated by the catalogues.  When she saw the store she flipped!
    After that we started trying to make our way home to NJ.  It took us almost half an hour to hail a cab and then the cabbie only took us within a block and a half of Penn Station.  We had to hoof it the rest of the way, carrying two sleeping little girls.  Oh man, it was rough.  In the meantime, I developed a major migraine and was ready to collapse.
    We finally made it to Penn Station, missed our first train, and managed to catch the next one half an hour later.  It was jam-packed,  but we got seats all together, so that was good.  We were ONE stop away from home, and the train just stopped.  We sat there for close to an hour.  What should have been an hour and a half trip turned into over three hours!
    I am exhausted, and still battling a migraine, but it was worth it to see those little faces light up today!
    I hope you all have a really marvelous day tomorrow.
    God bless!

    Kendra

    Monday, October 29, 2007

    Moments Like These...

    Kelsey:  Mommy, could you hand me that book?

    Mommy:  Sure.

    Kelsey:  Thanks, Mommy.

    Kelsey:  Mommy, could you hand me those crayons, please?

    Mommy:  Sure, Kelsey.

    Kelsey:  Thanks, Mommy.

    Kelsey:  Mommy?

    Mommy:  YES, Kelsey?

    Kelsey:  You are a great mother.

    I live for moments like these.

    Tuesday, September 25, 2007

    So....What to Say?

    Hi.
    Okay...I know its been awhile. I just can't seem to get back into blogging mode. Life has been crazy hectic all summer long, and seems to be continuing on that way through the autumn.
    We are in our new church building. I'm hoping Scott will help me post some pictures soon. That's been a bit stressful for me. And now the kids are in school...we've started a young adults' Bible study on Wednesdays in our home, and we are now the "official" young adults' leaders in our church.
    So...if I'm not around much, I'm probably counseling someone on the phone, or in person, in between cleaning my house, starting choir back up, and taking kids to and from school.
    I love you all....please keep in touch.

    Kendra

    Monday, August 20, 2007

    What Color Am I?

    You Are a Blue Flower

    A blue flower tends to represent peace, openness, and balance.
    At times, you are very delicate like a cornflower.
    And at other times, you are wise like an iris.
    And more than you wish, you're a little cold, like a blue hydrangea.

    Tuesday, August 14, 2007

    I'm a GEEK?

    What Your Pizza Reveals

    People may tell you that you have a small appetite... but you aren't under eating. You just aren't a pig.

    You consider pizza to be bread... very good bread. You fit in best in the Midwest part of the US.

    You like food that's traditional and well crafted. You aren't impressed with "gourmet" foods.

    You are dependable, loyal, and conservative with your choices.

    You are unadventurous and boring. You should consider staying home when taking a vacation.

    The stereotype that best fits you is geek. You're the type most likely to order pizza to avoid leaving your computer.

    Saturday, August 11, 2007

    Just dropping by...

    Well...life has certainly been busy.  I am sorry I haven't been by your blogs or called or emailed.
    I hope that all is well with you and that you are enjoying your summer.  We bought a church building and are in the midst of remodeling. Also, I am trying to prepare myself for Merry starting kindergarten.  That is going to be an emotional day..any advice from those of you who have already gone through that phaase?
    Anyways...love to you all....keep in touch...and I'll be back around soon.

    Love,
    Kendra

    Sunday, July 08, 2007

    I'm Alive!

    Hey, everybody.
    So sorry I haven't been posting. Life has been a bit crazy around here...it IS summertime, after all.
    We had a great time in New Jersey...got to spend some quality time with Scott's folks, celebrated Kelsey's fourth birthday while there, and worked alot on the summer camp.
    We got home and have been going full force since then.
    I have a full week of playdates, company for dinner two evenings, and then a young adults' party after church next Sunday...at my house of course. :)
    What fun!
    We are enjoying the sunshine and warm weather.
    We will be moving into our new church building, hopefully, by the first of September...we have alot of remodling to do between now and then.
    We sign the closing papers next week.
    So..as you can see, its been crazy busy around here.
    Oh yeah...and I've developed this really weird bruise on my leg...don't know where it came from...so say a prayer...its not improving at this time...anyways...just pray.
    Thanks...I miss you all.

    Kendra

    Thursday, June 14, 2007

    Summertime

    Hi, everyone.
    So sorry for the long time in between posts. Its seems since summer has arrived that our schedule has become busier than ever.
    We've had a lot going on at church and at home.
    Kelsey's birthday is coming up and we are having a small family party for her tomorrow night. That means lots of housecleaning and baking tomorrow.
    On Saturday, we leave for a little jaunt to New Jersey to visit Scott's family. We will be there for a little while, helping set up their summer camp.
    Lots of work, and a little bit of fun.
    So...you may not hear from me much in the next couple weeks, but I promise to check in with you all as much as I can.
    Take care!

    Kendra

    Sunday, May 27, 2007

    Memorial Day Post

    Today, Sunday, Merry did a remarkable thing for a five-year-old. She led our entire congregation in the Pledge of Allegiance and then sang a solo, a capella version of "God Bless America". I was so proud of her. She wasn't nervous at all. She just stood up straight and spoke/sang right into the microphone.
    I've included the audio of her today.
    I hope you all enjoy.

    God bless America, and a special prayer goes out for all our troops this Memorial Day.

    Merry's Pledge of Allegiance (586kb)
    Merry Singing God Bless America (1.5mb)

    Thursday, May 24, 2007

    Goodbye Chloe



    In the Leaves



    Getting Comfortable



    Taking Care of Business
    (We were on a small boat trip
    and Chloe needed a bathroom break)



    Chloe, Mom & Dad on Boat



    Ready to Go



    Lookin' Good in Shades



    Favorite Sleeping Spot



    Good-bye hugs from girls

    Saturday, May 19, 2007

    Chloe Buttercup Lynn

    She was the absolute cutest puppy. Fuzzy black fur all over the place, with a few little white whiskers, and some white on her paws.
    When we brought her home that first night, she was so cuddly and sweet. She was tiny, too...she fit into my two hands.
    Right from the beginning she was an obedient doggy. She loved it when we praised her, and would get so excited if we offered her a treat. We taught her to sit, stay, walk on her back legs, and balance a treat on her nose. She never barked much, only at bikes and rollerblades. She sure wasn't much of a watchdog!
    But everyone loved her. She was so gentle with kids, especially our kids. She would stand totally still and let Kelsey pull on her ears and her beard.
    She loved going outside without a leash. We'd let her into the back yard and she would run around wildly for a few minutes, and then come back and sit with us.
    She loved her "Aunt Katie" and her "Grampy and Grammy". She especially liked going to Grampy and Grammy's house to play. Their yard was her favorite place to explore.

    More than anything else, she loved her "Daddy". And he loved her. She was definitely Scott's dog. She would sit with him in his office while he programmed. She always loved going for a ride in his car. They would go to the bank or the store, and Chloe loved sitting up in the front seat of Scott's truck.

    On Thursday, Chloe went to doggy heaven. We all cried when we had to say goodbye and we are doubtful that we can ever find another dog as sweet as Chloe.
    Yesterday we took the girls to the park and had them send some balloons up to heaven for Chloe. They each drew a picture and we attached them to the balloons. As the balloons floated up, the girls ran across the field calling, "We love you, Chloe!". And those words are what echo in our hearts when we think of our precious puppy.

    We love you, Chloe, and we always will.

    Chloe Buttercup Lynn
    8/28/01 - 5/17/07

    Friday, May 11, 2007

    Our Little Doggy

    Please say a prayer...I know you probably don't usually pray for dogs, but...our little dog is super sick.
    Scott is with her right now at an emergency pet clinic. They have her on an I.V. because she is dehydrated.
    This is Scott's "baby". She was with us before we had the girls, and he never had a dog before, so he's really attached.
    She's only five years old, but she has a problem with her liver, and this is the third time we've had these problems with her.
    If you will, and you don't mind, please say a prayer for the little pooch tonight.

    Thanks.

    Kendra