Regarding Amy
Where have all the Bing's gone?
So, it’s been awhile, I know. I apologize. I told ya’ll I’m not good at this type of thing. Finding the time to write and thinking about what I’m going to write about is my struggle. Today, I took the day off. In fact, we have “closed the office” through the 3rd of January. It’s been a nice and refreshing break - and catch up time.
Christmas was wonderful. I ate LOTS of food and got everything I wanted. My family safe and sound, my famous Chicken and Cheese Enchiladas, and a NEW Crockpot! RED, I might add. Some of you know, but some may not. I have moved so I’ve been missing many items that one takes for granted. LOL A Crockpot, toaster, CAN opener, microwave, and more. You know, all the necessities.
For those who know me, you know that Christmas is my FAVORITE holiday. If I could, I’d leave my tree up all year long. I truly feel it is THE MOST romantic time of the year. Call me a sap, I can’t help it. My favorite thing to do is cuddle on the couch with a blanket and pillow, turn off the lights, and watch all the HALLMARK movies I can, as well as the traditional, White Christmas - starring Bing Crosby. Which leads me to the title of my entry. Where have all the Bing’s gone? Maybe I’m just weird, but I would do anything to go back and live 50 years ago. Some say I’m from a complete different era. LOL
Where have all the boys gone that treat a lady with respect? Where have all the boys gone that treat PEOPLE with respect? I so would have loved to have been courted. Maybe someday God will allow me that privilege, but for now, I only dream of a day when the boy came to the house and greeted the parents, the kids went out and came home by nine. LOL And of course, sang their way to LOVE! 
Although, I realize that singing in the middle of a conversation is not a reality, I do wonder about the innocence that we’ve lost. The innocence in every aspect of life, and not just “courting”.
Bing Crosby is my hero. Well, at least the characters he played. And at Christmas, I find myself wrapped up in the innocence these movies portray. Christmas is about innocence. From Bing to a baby in a manger. Maybe that’s why we all catch the “Christmas Spirit” - innocence comes back to us.
Yes, I’m a sentimental dork, I can’t help it.
God is really moving in my life. I am thrilled and excited, anticipating what He’s going to do in the coming year. We’ve had some church services, whoo!! Let me tell you...how’s that ole SG expression go..."if that don’t light your fire, your woods wet!”. I have the most wonderful pastor. He speaks from his heart, and follows the direction of the Holy Spirit. There’s a true move of God happening and I’m so excited to be apart. I just have to find some mascara that will stay on through all the tears. God has been molding me, breaking me, and then molding me again. I have needed this long Holiday break from singing. It’s definitely revived my spirit and preparing my heart for so much more than I can imagine!
As this old year comes to a close there are so many things I’m thankful for and a few things I regret. But I look forward, pressing on to the one true prize God has set before all of us; Praying and hoping that every step of my life in the coming year will be directed by God. I am grateful for my family, who has allowed me to lean on them, who comforts me even when I don’t say that I need it, and loves me even though I can be a true SHE-DEVIL. I’m grateful for my best friend, and where God has brought us together, for her children who have taught me that raising a family is HARD work but when done right, something to be proud of. I’m grateful for my second MOM - for showing me how strong one can be in the middle of what seems like life’s worst nightmare - you are thus far the strongest woman I’ve ever met! I’m grateful for my church group, the TNT’s...who have grown with me spiritually, and don’t judge me for my faults, but love me just the same. I’m grateful for “The Pineapple Girls” - you know who you are - you will never know (each one of you) how you have touched my life and encouraged me in my day to day single life. WE ARE ALL PINEAPPLES - even if we feel like sour grapes. I’m grateful for prayer warriors - who I can call or text message at 3:00 AM when our car gets hit by a deer - YOU are a true FRIEND!!! And most definitely grateful for my pastor and Mrs. Pastor who I’ve come to love so dearly this past year. They will probably never know their influence in my life, or how they’ve encouraged me, or just loved me through some trials without even saying a word. No Christmas present could ever say thank you enough to any of these people for the blessings they have bestowed on my life.
So many peeps, so little space on the net. I can’t help but thank GOD ALMIGHTY for all He’s given me this past year. Friendships I thought might be over God turned to teach us BOTH lessons. He holds all things in His hands and I’ve seen that this year! I can only hope for more of that this coming year!
SO, as I’m wiping the tears from my eyes, thinking upon all that God has blessed me with, I leave you to think of where God has brought you from, and where you are today.
GOD IS GOOD!!! LUV to all!!
AM Out!!
Next entry: Walk Around The City
Previous entry: A moment for pics!
