Make the Moments Count
I just have to blog about a tragic accident suffered by the family of well-known Christian Music artist Steven Curtis Chapman I just heard about. His youngest of six chilren, 5-year-old Maria was accidentally struck and killed in the families driveway by one of the older teenage brothers! I not only pray for the entire family, but a special prayer for the young man who was driving the vehicle. Lord, please don’t allow Satan to use guilt and blame on him. For God, we KNOW that you have control over ALL things. Little Maria was on this earth for a short time, but had a profound impact while here. She was instrumental in her father’s writing a powerful song “Cinderella” which reminds all of us to not rush through the raising up of our children. She has undoubtedly given the Chapman’s many hours of laughter and memories.
Please join me in upholding the family during this time of profound loss. May God’s comfort shine through them, may the general public give them space to grieve and just support one another. Above all may God be glorified and His purposes be accomplished in a way that even the atheist cannot ignore.
Here is a link to the video “Cinderella” by Steven Curtis Chapman, written only about w years ago… be sure to listen to the story at the end about the story behind the song.
Shelbyville Fun Match Sat. May 17th
Shelby County Canine Classics
Annual 4-H Fun Match
Obedience, Showmanship & Agility
Saturday, May 12, 2007
Shelby County 4-H Fairgrounds
Shelbyville, IN 46176
(317) 392-6468
Obedience: 1A, 1B, 2A, 2B, 3, 4, 5, 6, Veterans
Showmanship: Junior, Intermediate & Senior
Agility: Beginning A & B, Intermediate, & Advanced
Health Certificate (4-H 671) Required to Compete
All Exhibitors must compete in same classes as they will at their county fairs.
Up to two (2) dogs allowed to compete (both dogs must show obedience)
Cost: $6.00 per dog (Obedience) $1.00 per dog per extra class
Registration: 7:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.
Judging Begins: 8:00 a.m. (Sr. Showmanship & 2A Obedience)
Agility Begins: After Obedience & Showmanship Awards
Obedience judging will be by ring progression on inside rings with mats. Showmanship ñ outside covered ring. Agility- inside on mats. High Score and Second High Score Obedience, Showmanship, and Agility trophies will be awarded.
Food Available Bring Lawn Chairs
Carol da Silva Questions?: Call 765-525-6398
7297 South 200 East
Waldron, IN 46182
Directions:
I-465 South:
| 5. | Take exit 49 to merge onto I-74 E toward Cincinnati |  |
19.8 mi
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| 6. | Take exit 113 to merge onto IN-9 S/N IN-9 toward Shelbyville | |
1.7 mi
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| 7. | Turn left at John St | |
0.1 mi
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| 8. | Turn right at N Pike St | |
151 ft
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| 9. | Turn left at Walker St | |
0.4 mi
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| 10. | Turn left to stay on Walker St | |
0.1 mi
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| 11. | Continue on Morris Ave | |
0.1 mi
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| 12. | Turn right at Fair Ave | |
0.2 mi
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| 13. | Turn right at Frank St | |
0.2 mi
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Shelby County Fair
500 Frank St, Shelbyville, IN 46176
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Shelbyville Fun Match Sat. May 17th
Shelby County Canine Classics
Annual 4-H Fun Match
Obedience, Showmanship & Agility
Saturday, May 12, 2007
Shelby County 4-H Fairgrounds
Shelbyville, IN 46176
(317) 392-6468
Obedience: 1A, 1B, 2A, 2B, 3, 4, 5, 6, Veterans
Showmanship: Junior, Intermediate & Senior
Agility: Beginning A & B, Intermediate, & Advanced
Health Certificate (4-H 671) Required to Compete
All Exhibitors must compete in same classes as they will at their county fairs.
Up to two (2) dogs allowed to compete (both dogs must show obedience)
Cost: $6.00 per dog (Obedience) $1.00 per dog per extra class
Registration: 7:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.
Judging Begins: 8:00 a.m. (Sr. Showmanship & 2A Obedience)
Agility Begins: After Obedience & Showmanship Awards
Obedience judging will be by ring progression on inside rings with mats. Showmanship ñ outside covered ring. Agility- inside on mats. High Score and Second High Score Obedience, Showmanship, and Agility trophies will be awarded.
Food Available Bring Lawn Chairs
Carol da Silva Questions?: Call 765-525-6398
7297 South 200 East
Waldron, IN 46182
Directions:
I-465 South:
| 5. | Take exit 49 to merge onto I-74 E toward Cincinnati | |
19.8 mi
|
| 6. | Take exit 113 to merge onto IN-9 S/ |
|
1.7 mi
|
| 7. | Turn left at John St | |
0.1 mi
|
| 8. | Turn right at N Pike St | |
151 ft
|
| 9. | Turn left at Walker St | |
0.4 mi
|
| 10. | Turn left to stay on Walker St | |
0.1 mi
|
| 11. | Continue on Morris Ave | |
0.1 mi
|
| 12. | Turn right at Fair Ave | |
0.2 mi
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| 13. | Turn right at Frank St | |
0.2 mi
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Shelby County Fair
500 Frank St, Shelbyville, IN 46176
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FORMS DEADLINE Thurs. May 15th
It’s VERY important that you turn in your 4H forms this week to Ellen so that she can get them to the Extension Officer for the May 15th Deadline!!
Dean Johns, our township extension agent will be collecting the forms in person this Thursday night. So if you have any other questions for her, then would be a good time for you to ask.
By now, you should have turned in a 2008 4-H Dog Vaccination Form to Ellen, with proper signatures, Ellen keeps a copy and the original is yours to keep with you in your ShowBucket/Bag. You should keep it with your gear so that it is always handy. You may not show without it!! So I advise keeping it in your gear in a large ziploc or page protector.
The other form that is due THIS Thursday is the Pre-Registration for the Marion County 4H Dog Show. If you do not fill out this simply form and turn it in on time, you cannot place at the Marion County Fair on July 26th!! You might be able to show, but it would be for “exhibition only” and you will not “place”.
If you have registered in 4H this year, you should have already received these forms, but if you need another copy they will be available at the club meeting.
Should you have any questions in this regard, you may contact me at ellenspencer22@gmail.com or 317-351-9503.
FORMS DEADLINE Thurs. May 15th
It’s VERY important that you turn in your 4H forms this week to Ellen so that she can get them to the Extension Officer for the May 15th Deadline!!
Dean Johns, our township extension agent will be collecting the forms in person this Thursday night. So if you have any other questions for her, then would be a good time for you to ask.
By now, you should have turned in a 2008 4-H Dog Vaccination Form to Ellen, with proper signatures, Ellen keeps a copy and the original is yours to keep with you in your ShowBucket/Bag. You should keep it with your gear so that it is always handy. You may not show without it!! So I advise keeping it in your gear in a large ziploc or page protector.
The other form that is due THIS Thursday is the Pre-Registration for the Marion County 4H Dog Show. If you do not fill out this simply form and turn it in on time, you cannot place at the Marion County Fair on July 26th!! You might be able to show, but it would be for “exhibition only” and you will not “place”.
If you have registered in 4H this year, you should have already received these forms, but if you need another copy they will be available at the club meeting.
Should you have any questions in this regard, you may contact me at ellenspencer22@gmail.com or 317-351-9503.
Transformation of Information
This morning after doing my Bible Studies and listening to Christian radio while partaking in a nice contemplative soak in a hot bath, I had a thought. Surprise.
Do I do a good job of using information that I am bombarded with everyday, or is it just so much clutter? Am I contributing to my own confusion, effectively spinning my tires, gunning the accelerator while the engine is in neutral, rather than applying what I learn? If so, my personal lack of discipline can work toward Satan’s goal of keeping me from being effective for Christ.
It occurred to me that I MUST apply the information I receive or there is no chance at making any change. It is tragic to waste time and energy, because it is valuable in relation to reaching others with the love of God and bringing glory to Him which is my whole purpose!
So, being visually-minded as I am, I devised a VISUAL ANALOGY sticker to remind me of applying what is valuable and discarding the rest.
