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What Are You Giving Up?

Lent, Easter, SacrificeUp out of nowhere, Fat Tuesday sprung upon us and Ash Wednesday follows suit just behind. I have a hard time conjuring up that it’s already March, already the beginning of Lent in preparation of Easter. During my childhood, my parents always asked us what we would like to give up for Lent. It was usually candy, if I remember right. Now as an adult, I’m faced with the same question and I have no idea.

Reality TV, TV in general, games (video, phone, ect.), junk food, eating out, alcohol, cursing, allowing others to get to us, gambling, checking up our stats daily (yes, I’m speaking to all those bloggers). Those are a few of the most common ones I hear. There’s also the option of picking something up – such as praying daily, reading the Bible daily, etc.. I’m writing this the night before I post, still not sure what direction I’m going to head.

I ask you… what are you giving up for lent?

4th of July Weekend Recap

The 4th is full of friends, family, food and fun!
Kabobs – so delicious!
This year, we headed out to a camp out on Lake Tawakoni just east of Dallas.
We came out here a couple years ago, it was nice to be back.
The water level… man was it low. The end of the dock was about 4 feet of water.
And the water was so warm, it was like a hot tub. Unreal.
But the sight sure was nice to look at!
If only that was my sail boat.
I got to ride in a paddle boat!
I just sat there all day reading a book. It was such a great day vacation.
 Even these little guys down the road were trying to cool off it was so hot!

 As it started to get darker, everyone was headed to get some “toys”!
I got to set off fireworks for the first time.
I was a little nervous – I had no idea what to expect.
I just knew I didn’t want this thing coming at me!

 I’m lovin’ this shot!
 Let’s get ready to rumble!

We got to see our own fireworks but the other camps as well!

It was an awesome day! Couldn’t have asked for better weather!