Salvaged a T-top

This morning as I was using my Sonicare toothbrush, I managed to splatter a little toothpaste on my shirt. To my dismay, the spots left a bleach stain. I was so distraught! I felt I ruined a nice top that I had only warn a couple times. I couldn’t even enjoy my morning walk. So I returned home feeling disgusted with myself.

I decided to try to wash out the toothpaste, hoping to recover my shirt. I found that it had bleached. 

Finally, the thought occurred to me that I had a Sharpee pen of the same color as my shirt. So, in desperation, I gave it a try, only to discover it made the spot darker this time. 

But, for a final measure, I got a cotton swab with rubbing alcohol and began to dab it while the shirt was wet so there would not be a sharp edge to the work I had done on the shirt. I used my blow dryer to dry it. To my pleasure, I got a satisfactory result. I’m happy to report, my shirt looks as good as it did before I splashed toothpaste on it! It looks as good as new!

New Swim OUtfit for a Special Occasion

 Dreaming of transitioning back to Western Colorado where friends are family, I bought a couple items to celebrate the occasion when it becomes a reality.

One Sunday I stopped at a Ross store and found this swimsuit which I tried on. The size is a little bigger than what I normally wear. So I put it back.

Well, I couldn't get it out of my mind. So, on Tuesday, which is senior discount day at Ross stores, I returned to look for it. I first went to another store but couldn't find it there. Then, I returned to the other store and couldn't find it where I found it. Feeling brought down, I found a couple other items that I had seen the other day and bought those. I was relieved to find them. One was on clearance and the other didn't have a price tag. So I took my chances.

Long Skirt

Short Skirt

While in line to purchase them, I found the swimsuit hanging in the Q-line. Apparently, someone else who was in line to buy it had changed their mind. So I grabbed it. 

I was so excited that I couldn't keep the joy to myself and told the young gal behind me in line. She rejoiced with me and asked if I had a special occasion for it. I told her I am hoping to return to Colorado soon and wear it at the Hot Springs Pool. She was pleased to hear it.

When I went to pay for everything, the cashier looked up the price on the short skirt which was missing a price tag and discovered it was also on clearance. I got a huge deal! Everything was 10% off because of the senior discount. It ended up being a happier day!

 

 

 

New Swimsuit

Then, I looked on Amazon at Sketchers because of an ad I got in the mail, to see if I could find a better deal on sneakers. It was the I saw these sandals. They were in my size and the only pair left. So I snatched them. I got them delivered to me on a Sunday which was a surprise to me.

Sketchers Sandals

But the thing that was so significant to me was the leading of the Holy Spirit through this process and how He reserved this outfit for me. I didn't get to the store to find the swimsuit until Tuesday afternoon and I was able to find it again. That in itself is a miracle!

My Eyes Are Blessed!

But blessed are your eyes, for they see... Matthew 13:16a KJV

On September 7, 2018 I went to the eye doctor for my annual checkup. The technician saw me first before the doctor came in to see me. I explained my diet has been poor and therefore didn’t expect a good result.

So he checked my right eye which has been my stronger eye and it was just OK. Things were a tad blurry but I could still make out the letters on the line I had to read. 

Then he checked my left eye, the weaker eye. I was shocked to see things crisp and clear and be able to read most of the same line as with my right eye which has NEVER HAPPENED BEFORE!!!! 

All my life I have had childhood macular mal-development which left me feeling hopelessly depressed when leaving the doctor's office in the past from an eye exam. In fact, I decided to switch doctors within the same clinic rather recently because I would bump heads with the previous one who fed me a negative prognosis. I believe that had to have helped open the door to a miracle, making it possible for me to believe and receive.

So things were different this time, and I could see clearly though it was still hard to make out the characters. It’s hard to explain, that even though I had good acuity, I still couldn’t make out all the letters, especially so close together. But my vision was by far the best it’s ever been! The technician said he is still counting this line for the left eye reading for my chart. So my sight in the left eye almost matches that of the right eye for the first time in my life!

Then, the doctor he came in and looked at my eyes, and was in utter amazement! Upon examining my retinas, he said they both look great with no ill signs. He said this doesn’t just happen! I told him my diet has been poor so I’m amazed too! 

I explained that I’m a Christian and that one morning, and on another occasion, the Lord told me He would be healing my left eye! The doctor said that whatever I’m doing, I should continue! 

I am reminded that a while back Pastor Tom Hernandez at Heart of the Bay Christian Center had a word for someone, "Macular Regeneration!" I don't think I was present in the meeting in which he gave that word, but later he determined it was for me.

Well, I will continue to give God all the glory! I’m taking it as a miracle unfolding! Amen.

A New Family Member

For some time now, the Lord had been speaking to me about adding another bird to my flock. I already had four and felt that was my limit. However, the Lord continued to speak to me about an additional bird, but was unclear about who, what and where.

Meanwhile, I've been aware of a family who received a cockatiel as a gift by a couple who bred her. The name given to her was Enoch. Wasn't sure if they realized the bird was a female but they liked the name because of the Bible character.

Over time, I had visited this home for Bible study which met weekly. I had been drawn to this bird that looked like she could use some enhancements to her habitat and would offer suggestions. I brought treats and maybe even a toy or two on occasion. But I soon learned that the bird would be finding a new home. I was saddened a bit but knew it was probably the best move.

So I offered to take the bird. Here she is in her new setting. She has settled in very nicely. She really loves her swing and her treats! Her name has been changed to Sweet Pea, and what a sweetie she is! 🐦

Shoe ❤️

Saturday night at work at Ross Dress For Less, I was recovering women's shoes and facing them all out to make it easier for shoppers to look through. I came across a couple pairs that appealed to me but I never set them aside to purchase. I thought about how I already have more financial obligations than I can handle at the moment.

The following morning I thought about the shoes and wanted to go visit my store and look for them. Instead, the Lord prompted me to visit another store in Daly City. He apparently had a pair of shoes reserved for me there. I stopped at the Colma store first and found nothing of interest before wandering over to Serramonte Center in Daly City where the other store was that the Lord was directing me to.

Sure enough, it wasn't long before running across the pair of shoes the Lord hid for me though they were in plain sight! They were a size 8 and I usually wear a 7 1/2, but they were the only pair there, and they were on clearance. After some hesitation, I resolved to buy them. I got them on clearance and with my employee discount. It was a significant savings and with an insert in each toe, they fit comfortably! Praise God for His infinite love! 💞