"True Love"...

"Death cannot stop true love...All it can do is delay it for awhile." - Westley (Princess Bride)

"True love" is a phrase and a theme in one of my favorite movies, the Princess Bride. Can you show "true love"? Is it possible to do? It's not an easy task for sure.

Well, I now believe that showing "true love" your spouse... is getting items at the store that you wouldn't buy otherwise!

Not too long ago, I was asked by Lydia to stop by the store. Without really being inquisitive on what for, I replied that it be no problem. Then she told me what I needed to pick up. Yes, I was okay with the small list she gave me, but then at the end, she added pantyhose.

I hesitated.


My heart skipped.





I gulped and took a breath.

"Pantyhose?" Really? This is not my favorite item to get at the store. First, I have to go the the women's section. Secondly, I then browse through the intimate clothing isle for the pantyhose. Once found, it's searching for the right brand, size, and color! Yeah... fun...

I felt like I was on a secret mission, hoping not to get caught or seen by anyone I know. Remember, it's not easy! Wal-mart is the one place where you are guaranteed to see some acquaintance every time you visit. Oh, the horror.

Well, needless to say, I did it! Once placed and secured in the shopping kart, I felt like I deserved a medal of honor (like the gold one on Wreck-It Ralph). I wiped the sweat from my forehead, looked all around for the escape to a main isle, and made a bee-line for the next items on the list. I was free to continue on with the shopping.

Hey, a true, loving man does this task for his gal! This is "TRUE LOVE"....!




By the way... I'm so very thankful for self-checkouts. :)

Those Pun Wars

As many of you know, I enjoy puns and word play. Any chance I get an opportunity to slip one into the conversations makes it worth every effort. Unfortunately, there are a few that it may annoy after a while (like Lydia). One of the reasons why I post most of them on Facebook... it's my outlet.

I really get excited when a chance comes along to get involved in a "Pun War". I just can't resist the fun! Here is a recent example:

https://www.facebook.com/RodSFreeman/posts/10203296679757186

Goodbye 2013!

Yes, 2013 been one roller-coaster of a year for me! There were some ups and downs. However, I like to look at the ups more than anything.

What are my new year's resolutions? To be frank... I have none. I've tried in years past, and it just doesn't work out. This following year, I plan to live life the best I can and enjoy it.

Going in to 2014, there are a few things I could be depressed about. One is the fact that we are down to one vehicle. Two, I lost several months of pictures and home videos that I will never be able to recover. Third, I gained more weight this year instead of losing it!!!

Instead, I'm looking forward to the highlights! I get to go on a cruise in a few weeks, and will finally get to visit the beach and the ocean for the first time. In February, I get to take part in one of my favorite group's reunion here in town... GOLD CITY! Lydia will be graduating and getting an awesome job in early spring. And that's just the beginning months...! 

I don't know what all 2014 will hold, but I'm looking forward to it. And hey... perhaps I'll blog more! ;)

~Matt

PS   HAPPY NEW YEAR!

Thankful

First off, I want to wish everyone who reads this blog a "Happy Thanksgiving"!

Yesterday, I posted a fun list of things I'm thankful for, and I want to continue that thought with a longer, more meaningful post. I'm not sure who all reads my blog, but I'm very thankful for those who support my place of employment, KWFC Radio (http://kwfc.org)! With out them, I'd be somewhere else trying to support my family.

Working for the radio station over the past few years has been a great blessing. Besides the fact I'm working with some neat guys (and a gal) and being surrounded by fantastic Southern Gospel Music every day... I really love my job. Seeing and hearing how our listeners are blessed by the music, and how our programming has had a changing affect on their lives is awesome. It truly is a God ministry. 

I enjoy hearing that what I do has true impact. I don't of any other job that I can use my talent for that could allow me have such a great neat opportunity. 

Of course, KWFC is a listener supported radio station. People give so that we remain on the air, broadcasting the Gospel to the Ozarks! Without their financial gifts, we wouldn't survive. Thanks to them, I'm able to support my family in what I do. It's a humbling thought, and I'm very grateful to those who believe in what we do.

My prayer is that God will continue to bless those who support us! I ask that anytime you hear of a business on our station, and you visit them... please thank them as well! 

~Matt

My List of THANKfulness

Okay, this month has once again erupted in things that people are thankful for. Many have been posting every day. It’s a neat idea, and I have failed to take part.

Since tomorrow is Thanksgiving, I’ve decided that I’d make a list of things I'm thankful for. They are in no particular order. Enjoy!

I’m THANKful for:

My Salvation. Without it, I’d be lost. (Of course, this has to be on the top, even if it’s in no particular order)

My beautiful wife. I just can’t live without her, and I don’t want to try. However, most wonder how she can live with me…

iPhone. Ummm, what’s not a reason to be thankful for it? LOL.

Coffee. One word that has so much power. Daily….

Spell check. Face it, it’s needed.

Facebook. Hey, it’s proof that my friends are eating well during the holiday season.

My Job. Working at the #1 Southern Gospel Music station in the US is just so awesome!

Polite, well-mannered and respectful children. Yes, there are those rare occasions!

Toilet Paper. Need I say more?

Hugs. I get them all the time from my kids.

Deodorant. Shall I ask for a raise of hands?

Batteries. They offer quite a charge on the many devices I depend upon

Pinterest. Dinners are more adventurous.

The delete button. Especially if I use it to delete a comment that I really ought not make on other’s posts.

Google. Who needs any how-to-book now?

Extended Family. Parents, siblings, in-laws, grandparents, cousins… we’re a crazy bunch! A challenge you to define “normal”.  

Febreze Air Freshener. Especially after burrito night. (Just ask my kids….)

Air Conditioning. Without it, life would be hot.

Elastic. It’s helping hold things up.

Texting. The best way to keep with my beautiful wife.

My church family. Remember, “Family”… and yes, they’re there for me! ;)

Internet. It’s part of my job and my life. Staying connected!

My house. It’s great to have somewhere to live.

Well, it's not complete! But hey... it was fun. Happy Thanksgiving!

~Matt

Who's To Blame on the Obama Bio?

There is is an controversial item hitting the news about a biography of President Obama. It’s causing a bunch of controversy among some conservative “news” websites too. They’re blaming “Common Core”.

I did some research... and let’s look at the facts.

The book is written by Jane Sutcliffe and published through Lerner Publishing. While it may adhere to the Common Core curriculum standards, Lerner Publishing is part of many homeschooling curriculums as well (and churches). The publishing company’s books are offered on many sites, including ChristianBook.com (The author’s book, “Stone Giant” is available for purchase there)

This is a reading book, not a “text book”. It is not forced to be read by students in a school with Common Core. However, might I point out, if bought by a homeschooling parent, the kids would be made to read it. (I was homeschooled and if my parent's bought a book, it was read)

Should a school offer a book with some factual errors? There are many books with false information out there. For example, walk into a Christian book store and tell me that you'd believe in every book they have on sale there. Many can lead a soul the wrong way. I'd think that those books are more dangerous than a book the presents a lie over a political figure. 

What books do we own in our homes that may have an error or two? Are they marked out so our kids don't read them? Do we read through every single book that our kids pick up at the public or church library?

Still, at least the public now knows of this book. What should we do???

Blame the publisher....!

~Matt

Vans Beware!

I thought this sign was so funny, I had to take a picture.

It appears that vehicles in our neighborhood need to be careful... A van was obviously suduced away from it's owners by a red car. 

~Matt