Looks Aren't Everything

Some people creep me out. I guess that's why I'm so opinionated about tattoos, piercings, wierd hair and strange clothing.They say first impressions are very important.This guy could control the eye thing a little bit, but he obviously uses it for shock effect as do tatooed peeps. Some people born that way or after an accident, I obviously feel sorry for, but people that exagerate their looks for shock value or attention really get to me. God made us and we should take care of ourselves. Why do we want to correct God? Am I out of line or what?

Blessings
Steg

One Highlight from 2009

2009 was a year like I've never experienced before. After 34 years of working and providing for the family came to an end in March, oddly enough on Josh and Jessie's anniversary, I was lost. I quickly adjusted by working on Kris' house, helping with her first year of yardwork and the preparation of her new dog Ollie. Lydia's first birthday was great. I started to realize life goes on and I rolled with it. Summer came fast and Zak married CC. It was fun working on Zak's house from Holloween thru the end of the year. It was both fun and exhausting.Christmas came and went. New Years came and went as did the Bengals and UC.
I'm gearing up my job hunting and volunteering more. God has a plan-I'm still waiting for it to come into focus. I hope 2010 goes as well as 2009. Joel is due in 2 weeks. Now thats a good start to 2010.I can't believe this old bag of bones will become a grandfather for the second time already. Bring them on as Lor says.

Blessings
Steg

Outside Looking In

It's been nine months since I lost my job. I have enjoyed working on the kids houses, Zak's wedding, a daughter in law addition, a new dog for Kris and a new set of wheels. While everyone is out working, I've kept busy volunteering, working around the house, working out, finally getting rid of my kidney stones, and reading. The problem is that I always feel like an outsider looking in. I feel detached. I know God has a plan for me , but I am ready to finally see it. This year has been a long one. I've never felt like an outsider like I now do. Being in management when I worked, I always had control of my job. It has been hard being patient and waiting for God to reveal his plan to me. Lets get on with it, I;m not getting any younger here.


Blessings
Steg

I Snore, But you Better Not Hit Me

I thought I would share this since I snore so bad. On vacations , Krissy would sleep in the bathtub of our hotel room with the fart fan on to avoid my snoring. I guess thats better than striking me while I'm sleeping

.Fla. teen allegedly attacks dad for loud snoring

OLDSMAR, Fla. – A Florida teenager has been charged with assaulting his father, reportedly because the man was snoring too loudly. The Pinellas County Sheriff's Office reported that the teen, 18, first threw a magazine at his father, who was sleeping on a living room couch Tuesday evening. When that didn't work, deputies said the teen pushed his father onto the floor and punched him in the face.

The father was checked out at a nearby hospital as a precaution.

The teen was arrested and charged with domestic battery. He was released from jail Wednesday.

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Information from: St. Petersburg Times, http://tampabay.com

I hope everyone has a safe and Happy Holidays. Remember to keep Christ in Christmas. It is the season for giving not receiving.

Blessings
Steg

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It's Been Awhile

Busy,busy,busy. This more or less sums up my life since my last post.Her are some highlights:
1) Zak and CC closed on their house
2)Kris dog has learned the sit command--he also gained 5 lbs.
3)My body is finally clear of kidney stones after 3 surgeries.
4) Josh spends more time in Chicago than he does at home.
5)I now drive a truck rather than my bicycle or motorcycle.
6)I spend more time working at Zaks than I spend on my own.
7)The leaves are off the trees and now the lights from the new street in our backyard shine in my eyes when I watch tv.
8)Turkeyfest has come and gone.
9)Swine Flu is a real deal
10)Who Dey has become part of my everyday language.
11)I finished painting at my moms house after 8 months of delays.
On my day off today, I'm cleaning carpets, cutting grass, and raking leaves



Who Dey,
Steg

To Follow Or Not To Follow

In this pic Lyd chooses to follow Zoey at the campground. She, by faith trusts the dog and chooses to follow. Throughout most of our lives we live day to day trying by ourselves to take control of everyday life. We seem to take things for granted and become daily problem solvers.We get bogged down with struggles and frustration causes us to lash out at loved ones and others. Why do we think we can fix ourselves and others? We spend way too much time worrying and being concerned with what our neighbors are saying and doing. Much of our time is spent on ourselves. It turns out that most of us are selfish. We want our lives to be better than others.
Wow, have we missed the boat or what? Instead of leading lives all about "me", maybe we should reevaluate. We should take that leap of faith, listen and read the word of God, and follow him. We should work thru him with others , by not just focussing on our own problems. We need to use the gifts that God has provided us with and use them for the good of the world. We need to stop being so self centered and help others. We need to stop worrying and start praying.
How come it's so easy the think and write down God's plan , but so hard to execute it? I need to pick up my cross and follow Jesus. Sounds like a plan thats worth following.

Blessings
Steg

Life Is Good

Life in the Steg Fam is good.Our granddaughter is growing up so fast and has brought much love to the fam. Life is good.
Josh and Jessie are working with the infants at church and making an impact on the small ones. Life is good.
Jessie is carrying our grandson and due after the first of the year. Life is good.
Zak and CC are recovering from the flu(whew) and making an impact on Jr. High kids by mentoring and teaching. Life is good.
CC is a new addition to our family this year. Life is good.
Krissy brought 20 of her students to serve at the Prom and working in student ministries helping impact our youth. Life is good.
Lori and I are working at church doing alpha. I think I benefit as much as our table participants do. Life is good.
The purpose of this post is not to brag about my family. I am doing what I think all people need to do and that is looking at how God is working in our lives. I want to keep God as the common denominator that continues to be a working force in my life. By surrendering our lives to God and giving him all our worries and concerns in life, and remembering he doesnt put anything on us that he cant handle, we can continue to serve him and be a possitive impact on other people's lives. Life is Good.
Take some time everyday to see if your Life is Good With God. Make the change. Its not too late.

Life is Good
Steg