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Want to Make Summer Break Count

Sunday afternoon I visited a family from Iran, We had lunch together as part of their observance of it being 30 days since the husband’s father passed away. For Mandean people, 30 days is an important time to come together again to remember the person who passed away. My desire was to try to be…

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Sunday afternoon I visited a family from Iran, We had lunch together as part of their observance of it being 30 days since the husband’s father passed away. For Mandean people, 30 days is an important time to come together again to remember the person who passed away.

My desire was to try to be a blessing to my friends by coming alongside them at an important time for them

I hope to spend more time with my refugee and immigrant friends this summer. For my morning class, summer break has already started. Last week we had summer weather here, so I jumped the gun a little bit and got my summer haircut and beard trim last week.

But then this week started with rainy cooler days, so maybe my summer haircut was a bit early. 🙂

Summers for me have been a time God shows me things. They have been times of realizing significant directions from God and also times of significant changes for me.

A few examples”

July 1995 the doctor finally diagnosed my problem after a two year struggle with hypothyroid.

June 1997 was my first international trip going to Romania for a ministry trip.

July 2001 I began teaching English as a Second Language at the college where I teach.

June 2010 I went on a ministry trip to Mexico and Jesus showed me he wanted me to study Spanish.

June 2013 I went on a ministry trip to Brazil and Jesus showed me he wanted me to study Portuguese.

July 2017 I found out I have Celiacs Disease.

July 2018 I started medication for depression and anxiety brought on by autoimmune problems.

SO

With my summer break for my morning classes having started already and a five week total break coming in June/July

I have decided on a few things to make this summer meaningful since I won’t have any ministry trips.

1-Spend time with Jesus.

2- Summer reading

3- Spend more time socializing with my refugee/immigrant friends.

4- Practice my Spanish more.

5- Practice my Portuguese more.

6- Get caught up with bloggers.

7- Write more short stories.

If you have books you have found meaningful, please let me know. I have not formulated my summer reading program yet. My budget is very limited for a summer reading list, but please share books that have blessed you.

Thank you for reading. God Bless.

11 responses to “Want to Make Summer Break Count”

  1. meganinlincoln Avatar
    meganinlincoln

    Don”t forget to relax a little too 🙂
    For my summer break I want to read the bible from beginning to end

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    1. jesusluvsall Avatar
      jesusluvsall

      Yes I will definitely relax.
      The bible is on my list too 🙂

      Reply
  2. Dawn Avatar
    Dawn

    The Power of Simple Prayer by Joyce Meyer

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    1. jesusluvsall Avatar
      jesusluvsall

      Thank you my sister 😀

      Reply
  3. Author Ryan Callahan Avatar
    Author Ryan Callahan

    I was diagnosed with Celiac Disease on 1-6-2012 at the age of 33. After that, we found out both of our kids also have Celiac. I suffered major damage to my small intestine because I went undiagnosed for 10 years. Due to that damage, I also suffer from Cachexia. I also cannot have dairy, soy, eggs, coconut, caffeine, alcohol, or NSAIDS anymore either. I too have suffered from depression due to the disease. I suffered anaphylactic shock on 4-28-12 after eating oats. Most doctors never tell people with Celiac that they shouldn’t eat oats either. I am only alive because of the miracle God did to save me after I stopped breathing. More people need to know how deadly serious Celiac really is. I will pray for you sir. God bless you

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    1. jesusluvsall Avatar
      jesusluvsall

      God has certainly kept you my friend

      Reply
  4. Becoming His Tapestry Avatar
    Becoming His Tapestry

    Being proactive is good ❤️ Love your suggestions, especially meeting new bloggers over the summer, I will also include learn to properly use a camera

    Reply
    1. jesusluvsall Avatar
      jesusluvsall

      Learn to use a camera-for me or for you lol

      Reply
      1. Becoming His Tapestry Avatar
        Becoming His Tapestry

        😂😂 for us both

      2. jesusluvsall Avatar
        jesusluvsall

        😆😆😆

  5. Linda Avatar
    Linda

    I was looking for blogs that talk about hypothyroidism, etc. and came upon this post. I’ll pray that you continue to be a blessing to your friends. I’ve had my thyroid removed due to cancer and also experience the typical hypothyroid symptoms. I understand how difficult the journey can be, but I try to remember that God didn’t promise me easy. He promised to never leave us nor forsake us. So stay encouraged. Book Suggestions: I read “Lord, Please Change My Attitude Before Its Too Late” by James McDonald (our Bible Study group used it. I got just as much out of it the second time. ) “Discerning the Voice of God” by Priscilla Shirer is excellent. “Worship, the Reason We Were Created” by A.W. Tozer. I’m not sure what kind of books you’re looking for, but I do review books so if you’re interested you can visit my blog at https://allthings317.wordpress.com for more suggestions.

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