Jesus laughing

I just wanted to share a tidbit about how the God of our universe clearly has a sense of humor. Jackson and I were on our way home tonight from Susan's at around 10:30 pm. We had just dropped off some of our moving boxes and were headed home to bed. On Hoosier Road- a VERY developed area of Fishers- a deer ran out into the road. I was narrowly able to miss it. I then said, "we were sure being watched over!" I felt like Jackson kind of rolled his eyes so I called him on it. He told me that he thought God didn't orchestrate where deer were and who hit them or not. I told him that was a sad way to go through life; that I loved when close calls happened to me and I could praise Jesus that He has been faithful to me. Jackson told me it was not a sad way to live. As we turned onto 136th street- another very developed area of Fishers- ANOTHER DEER RAN OUT INTO THE ROAD! Jackson then said, "ok, Big Guy, I get it!" I guess God wasn't too busy to give us a second head's up after all! HA :) I loved it. I giggled with Jesus all the way home. I just thought I'd share how Jesus made me laugh today.

Mom's day

Happy Mother's day, Mom. I love you!

An update...

I have been informed by one of my readers (ok, probably my ONLY reader) that it is not polite to not blog regularly. Sorry.

I just returned from a trip to Southern California. It was a really nice time. I got to see the taping of a Jay Leno episode with Cindy McCain as a guest. At least she's a republican. I can't say much more for the lady so I'll move on. The rest of my trip was spent catching up with Meggles. We always seem to spend large lengths of time with each other when we do hang out. A drive to and from Palm Beach, anyone? (Shannon's make the hike, too. What a trooper!)

Anyway, Meg's car was broken so we pretty much walked everywhere. I think it was good for me to go to a mini fat camp! I got a great tan and caught up on some much needed rest.

Back to reality now; work is as busy as ever for some reason. I feel like I am going a million miles an hour at all time, but it helps the days to go quickly. It is Friday tomorrow...yay!

Jackson got a Wii today for his birthday. Before you wonder, NO I did not buy this for him. His mother did. Thanks, Susie. Spoil him even more! ;) We're looking forward to long nights of my kicking his butt in bowling, tennis and boxing. Go me. :)

I saw Michael Conley at the mall tonight. He used to play for Jackson's high school, Lawrence North, then went on the The Ohio State University before he headed for the NBA. He's now on Memphis' team. I got all giddy, but decided to let him shop in peace. Boo.

I'm very happy to be home. I love home. I missed MacKenzie! She's so perfect.

Well I think Jackson has the Wii ready to go so I'd better go kick his rear.

Type to you later,
Jenna P<><

Tax Tip of the day: Start an HSA as soon as your employer allows you to and dump as much money in as possible. You're always going to have medical costs!

Mutt Strut 2007

Home

I have been fortunate to travel around the United States in its near entirety, but as Dorthy says, "There's no place like home!" I love Denver, Colorado. I love the Napa Valley in Northern California. I love Princeton, New Jersey. I LOVE Palm Beach, Florida. New York City, Chicago and San Francisco are nice cities, too. I've been to small town in Texas, Colorado and Arizona that were cool. Upland, Indiana is by far the most wonderful place that I have ever been. They do not call it "God's country" for nothing (and by "they" I mean my Dad and I). Yesterday I walked Addison, the giant schnauzer, all around town. I got friendly hellos and Addie got pats on her big head. I never once felt scared or nervous. I never looked behind me to see if someone was following me. I smiled at everyone who passed and they did the same (!!!). That really is a BIG deal. I love Upland because it is home to more than Taylor University, Avis' headquarters and Ivanhoe's; I love Upland because it is home to my parents. I love my parents. They have been there for me when no one else was. They do not judge me. They let me have my time in telling them what is going on. I always know that I'll have a bed there (even if I have to change my own sheets!). The fact that Macy and Ms. Madison live there isn't so bad either. ;) God bless my parents as I know that I've been blessed with them.

Type to you later,
Jenna

No tax tips as the season is over (bittersweet).

KU!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Kansas won!!!!!!! :)


Good job, Jayhawks!!!!! :)

Jackson won the Auto Pros pool. LOVE IT!!!

Knee

My knee really hurts. I am sick of it. I'd like to start a knee foundation to look for new ways to solve these knee issues I have.

No mini-marathon. Boo. Hiss. Boo.

I'm bummed. But I am certain there is a plan for me.

God provides. He is so good. And I am a little whinner who needs reminded of that sometimes.

Type to you later,
Jenna P.<><

Tax Tip of The Day: File an extension. ;)