Morgan Buxton

My name is John Daker

2009-03-18T19:46:00.001-07:00

Check out this video on YouTube:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zi8beYR1iBQ

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So Blessed!

2009-03-17T14:20:00.000-07:00

Gibson had the flu last week. He did really well with it though and only ran fever for one day (thursday), but the doc said to keep him out of school for five days...wow!! So came to work with me yesterday and today. Call me crazy, but i decided to let theron come with me today too. i was already running late this morning and this afternoon was gonna be crazy so i thought i would save 2 hours of drive time and just deal with them both intead of just one. I must say i was alittle worried about my productivity today, but they have been wonderful all day long!! they are napping right now on my/carla's office sofa. i feel so blessed to have them as my kids. They really are just GOOD kids!! that's not bragging because i really dont think it has much to do with me...i think the Lord just knew that i would be crazy if he gave me bad kids..ha!

Jesus is for real - CC radio ad

2009-03-06T11:17:00.000-08:00

New CC radio ad

2009-03-06T10:44:00.001-08:00

This is the ad with chris an jamie felton. the audio is kinda poor on this edit because i had to compress it for the web, but you'll get the idea anyway.. : )

I did the macarena with a monster in my car, because i'm cool like that!

2009-02-24T13:17:00.000-08:00

just for fun...

what did you do today?? ha!

Pick the month you were born:
January——-I kicked
February——I loved
March——–I karate chopped
April———-I high-fived
May———-I jumped on
June———-I smelled
July———–I did the Macarena With
August——–I had lunch with
September—-I danced with
October——-I sang to
November—–I yelled at
December—–I ran over

Pick the day (number) you were born on:
1——-a birdbath
2——-a monster
3——-a phone
4—– –a fork
5——-a snowman
6——-a gangster
7——-my mobile phone
8——-my dog
9——-my best friends’ boyfriend
10——-my neighbor
11——-my science teacher
12——-a banana
13——-a fireman
14——-a stuffed animal
15——-a goat
16— —-a pickle
17——-your mom
18——-a spoon
19—— - a smurf
20——-a baseball bat
21——-a ninja
22——-Chuck Norris
23——-a noodle
24——-a squirrel
25——-a football player
26——-my sister
27——-my brother
28——-an iPod
29——-a surfer
30——-a homeless guy
31——-a llama

What is the last number of the year you were born:
1——— In my car
2 ——— On your car
3 ———– In a hole
4 ———– Under your bed
5 ———– Riding a Motorcycle
6 ——— sliding down a hill
7 ——— in an elevator
8———- at the dinner table
9 ——– In line at the bank
0 ——– in your bathroom

Pick the color of shirt you are wearing:
White———because I’m cool like that
Black———because that’s how I roll.
Pink———–because I’m NOT crazy.
Red———–because the voices told me to.
Blue———–because I’m hot and I do what I want
Green———because I think I need some serious help.
Purple———because I’m AWESOME!
Gray———-because Big Bird said to and he’s my leader.
Yellow——–because someone offered me 1,000,000 dollars
Orange——–because my family thinks I’m stupid anyway.
Brown———because I can.
Other———-because I’m a Ninja!
None———-because I can’t control myself!

Got tom shoes!

2009-02-19T12:59:00.000-08:00

Google "tom shoes"...great cause!! ..glad I'm a small part of it

2009-02-10T11:45:00.000-08:00

here are a few pics that Lindsey took at Gibson's first soccer game. Thanks Aunt Lindsey!!!

2009-02-09T17:27:00.000-08:00

Thought I'd share this pic of Gibson and his uncle Ryan with you guys.
Not sure the picture captured the moment adequately but I thought it
was sweet.

Dizzy!

2009-02-09T17:24:00.001-08:00

This was fun, but I has a head ache for about three hours
after..ha!! ..I guess it was worth it ; )

Monster truck show

2009-02-07T13:29:00.001-08:00

We went to the Monster Truck Show at the Ike on Friday night. Gibson has always loved monster trucks, so this was a real treat for him. Gibson and Scotty actually got to ride around the track in one of the big trucks! The track was not really big enough for them to go real fast so one of the most fun moments of the night was when they let street cars and trucks out on the track to race...lol!! Those people were crazy!! One care completely broke its bumper off and another truck broke out its back glass, all for about 3 1/2 seconds of cheering after their run. I must say it was fun to watch though! : )
Gibson had a great time!

First Soccer Game

2009-02-07T13:28:00.001-08:00

Gibson had his first ever soccer game today! Before we got there he gave us flags from the Monster Truck Show and said "wave these real high and cheer for me...that way they'll know we're Buxtons". I thought that was so cute. We had a great time, in spite of the fact that Gibson actually scored 1 point for the other team and 0 points for our team! ha!!! He ran his little heart out, and fell down every chance he got. Seriously, i think he thought falling down was part of the game. With all that falling down I'm surprised that we only walked away with two little scraped knees. What a great day!

comforted to comfort

2009-02-05T08:50:00.001-08:00

"Who comforteth us in all our tribulation, that we may be able to comfort them which are in any trouble, by the comfort wherewith we ourselves are comforted of God" 2 Cor 1:4 (KJV)

"He comes along side us when we go through hard times, and before you know it, he brings us alongside someone else who is going through hard times so that we can be there for that person just as God was there for us" 2 Cor 1:4 (The Message)

Dear Lord, thank you for being a constant comfort to me. Help me to administer that same comfort to others. I realize that you have comforted me so that i can comfort others. I realize that its not about me, but about establishing your kingdom on this earth. Help me not to let my foolish pride stand in the way of sharing personal struggles with others in order to help them along this road of life.

New books!

2009-01-23T20:23:00.001-08:00

Theron and I meet my new baptist friend (ha! ; )) at the bookstore
today! We got new books! Yay!! I'm really excited!

something i needed to hear

2009-01-23T19:46:00.000-08:00

A friend of mine emailed me this devotion. it related to me so i thought i would post it for all of you as well... : )

thanks jess!

Critiquing Criticism

22 Jan 2009

Glynnis Whitwer

"Blessed are you when people insult you, persecute you and falsely say all kinds of evil against you because of me." Matthew 5:11 (NIV)

When I was a junior in high school, I had a particularly hard teacher. On her first test, I got a C. I was a good student, and went into her classroom after school one day to learn how to do better on the next test. I'll never forget her sarcastically-spoken words "You aren't an A student are you?" Many years later I can think of lots of snappy comebacks, but as a relatively shy 16 year-old, I only remember mumbling something and leaving the room. Her critical comment left no doubt about her purpose #8220; to put me in my place.

Criticism takes many forms, from "innocent" questions and comments, to direct insults. But the effect of criticism is the same; it can set a woman on the sidelines of life faster than anything. Out of the race…out of God's service. This is especially true in churches, where many women avoid serving in order to avoid criticism.

As a semi-perfectionist and recovering people-pleaser, I'm particularly sensitive to criticism. In the past, I have reacted either defensively, or with tears to unkind comments. By looking at Jesus, however, I'm learning to deal with those who find fault with my decisions, either in ministry or in my personal life. I've learned a few questions that help me critique criticism when it comes my way:

What is the truth? Unfortunately, our response to criticism is muddled by a sinful nature. We aren't always able to see the true motives behind our critics. If we have been deeply hurt in the past, we may see criticism as rejection, when it isn't. So I start by asking if the person speaking has a history of truthfulness. If the answer is yes, then I look for the truth in the message. Sometimes, well-meaning people offer important feedback in an inappropriate way. If the person speaking unkind words has a history of unfounded negative attacks, or has manipulative motives, then I probably won't place as much stock in her comments.

Is it just a matter of opinion? Sometimes people just disagree on the details. For instance, if you are planning an event in May and you decide to use orange napkins. Someone could say that orange is a poor choice for May and that it should only be used with autumn colors. This is just a matter of opinion and shouldn't be taken personally.

Is this a sin issue? This may be harder to identify as we are often blinded to our own sin. The sin of pride is one that many women struggle with and easily overlook. While we may miss it in our own lives, you can be sure others won't miss it. When someone criticizes you, humbly approach the Lord in prayer and ask Him to reveal any sin in your life. The Psalmist offered this approach in Psalm 139:23-24, "Search me, O God, and know my heart; test me and know my anxious thoughts. See if there is any offensive way in me, and lead me in the way everlasting" (NIV).

Our lives are too short, and our callings too great, to be sidetracked by critics. When I have whined at God that I can't take the negative opinions of others any more, He gently reminds me that His Son got lots of criticism. Looking at it that way, when I'm criticized for doing God's will and work, it can be taken as a badge of honor and not a reason to quit.
Dear Lord, I long to do Your will, but sometimes my feelings get hurt by the unkind comments of others. Help me to discern the truth in those comments and to seek Your will above all else. Please reveal if there is anything in me that needs to change. Help me to keep my eyes focused on You when the negative words of others make me feel like quitting. In Jesus' Name, Amen.

Related Resources:
Sandpaper People by Mary Southerland

Self Talk, Soul Talk: What to Say When You Talk to Yourself by Jennifer Rothschild

Visit Glynnis' blog

Application Steps:
Consider the most critical person in your life. If you hold a grudge against that person, or have any unforgiveness in your heart, confess that to God so that you may be healed from bitterness.

Reflections:
What are some reasons people are critical of others?

What can I learn from criticism?

Responding to criticism with kindness is disarming. What are some kind responses you can use when someone criticizes you?

Power Verses:
Philippians 2:14-15, "Do everything without complaining or arguing, so that you may become blameless and pure, children of God without fault in a crooked and depraved generation, in which you shine like stars in the universe …" (NIV)

Colossians 4:6, "Let your conversation be always full of grace, seasoned with salt, so that you may know how to answer everyone." (NIV)

© 2009 by Glynnis Whitwer

Grouchy Theron

2009-01-22T06:13:00.000-08:00

For the most part she's a very happy three year old...this morning was
an exception

Ag Expo

2009-01-17T13:43:00.001-08:00

yep...it's been a while

2008-11-04T21:14:00.000-08:00

wow! alot has happened since i blogged last!

Scotty and I took a wonderful trip to Cancun, Mexico. Scotty works very hard at Aramark, and because of his hard work he has earned a trip every year for the past three years. This year was fantastic as always. We got to visit with great friends and best of all - we got a much needed rest!

Theron has also turned THREE! We had a family party at our house where we roasted weenies and marshmallows (so much fun!). She had cousins, aunts, uncles, grandparents, and great grandparents there; some great food (aunt 'lisha made some awesome homemade chilie); and a dora cake. We all had a great time. I still at times have a hard time believing she's only three..lol..she already acts about ten ; )..Lord help us!!!

Our nation has elected a new president! As a Christian American i am vowing to pray for our country and for our new president and his family even though i do not embrace his views, and i urge my Christian brothers and sisters to do the same.

May God stir our hearts.

Inspiration in Wal-Mart???

2008-09-30T21:12:00.000-07:00

I went to wal-mart this evening before our Chick-lit small group. I was rushing around in there and trying to pick things up for our meeting when i believe the Lord spoke to me (not audably). I asked myself this question: "What if you could share jesus just by the way you push this shopping cart?". This thought imediately changed my attitude. This might sound silly, but i started pushing my cart with purpose and with a smile. I made an effort to make eye contact with the people i was passing (people He died to save). What if i started living every day on purpose? What if i stepped outside of my little world for a few hours each day? What if i could share jesus by the way i drive my car, by the way i discipline my kids, by the way i talk to my husband..??? What if??

Answer to Prayer!

2008-09-30T20:58:00.000-07:00

Even though it's only Tuesday this week has been pretty busy/stressful...ha! And if you read the post just below this one you will know that i have been a little stressed out. Well..my prayer was answered today, and it came in the form of italian stalion look alike with a broom. yes..when i got home from my meeting tonight Scotty had straightned the whole house and had the laundry goin too!!!..and all without me asking i might add. yep..he's pretty awesome; im pretty blessed.

grateful wife,

morgan

I need a house keeper!!!

2008-09-29T21:18:00.000-07:00

Seriously! Our house is a wreck!!! ...no really, a WRECK! dirty laundry is spilling onto the floor in our closet (needs to be washed); clean laundry is spilling on the the floor in our living room (needs to be folded, and now some of it needs to be rewashed..ha!); junk mail, bills, and gibsons notices from school litter the bar and the desk area; the floors desprately need to be swept and mopped; and there are dishes in the sink. See I told you..its bad! And worse than that is we are leaving to go out of town this week and there is no time to clean anywhere in the near future....ugh! I could use one of those robot maids like on the jetsons about now.

okay...it just dawned on me that none of you (whomever you are..lol) care to read about my dirty laundry........ sorry, but im posting it anyway..ha!

"This is gonna hurt me more than it hurts you"

2008-09-24T21:13:00.000-07:00

Gibson (age 4) and I were doing his "homework" the other night. This was the fun kind of homework! We had little cards with words of common household items (door, window, table, etc.) on them. I would put tape on the back and help him sound out the word, then he would go and lable the items around the house. I was enjoying this simple activity and he was too. During our "homework" we were just chit chatting, a maybe it was mother's intuition that made me ask THE question. "Have you had to go to timeout, Gibson?"...his answer was "no", and that didnt surprise me. He is ussually a pretty well behaved child--very compliant (his sister is a totally different story..but back to this one). As we continued to talk, he accidentally spilled the beans...he HAD been to timeout!! WHAT??..MY GIBSON IN TIMEOUT??!! NO!!........yes, and for, get this, FIGHTING on the playground!!

Now, on the inside i was very upset. Not only had he gotten in trouble at school, but he had also lied to me about it!! It was difficult, but i kept my compossure and never even indicated by the tone of my voice that i was very upset with him. I was acctually very proud of myself...i simply talked to him about lying and how it's not the right thing to do and told him calmly what his punishment would be. He actually took the revelation that he was about to get a spanking very well too.

Too many times i dont discipline this way. Too often it's out of frustration or out of anger. Im so glad that God is the perfect parent and that He always disciplines me out of love and with wisdom. He knows what's best for me and He wants to see me grow into the image that He has planned for me. Hebrews 12:6-7 says, "because the Lord disciplines those he loves, and he chastens everyone he accepts as his child. Endure hardship as discipline; God is treating you as his children. For what children are not disciplined by their father?"

Thank you Lord for loving me enough to keep me on Your potter's wheel. Thank you for not giving up on me even though I need a repeat of the lesson that You've already taught over and over. Help me to understand that discpline is an act of Your great love for me. Give me a heart to administer the same grace to others as you have show to me. Amen.

This is gonna be a crazy week!

2008-09-22T14:57:00.000-07:00

I can alredy tell that this week is gonna be crazy! Ever feel like there aren't enough hours in the day??? Sometimes I get bogged down in just the thought of so many things on my "to do" list. I was kinda feeling like that today and then i saw this picture and got grossed out/tickled, and it kinda snapped me out of it. So I thought I would share it and maybe it will have the same effect for you. : )

What a great church!

2008-09-21T21:36:00.000-07:00

What a great day! I love Christ Church. A more accurate statement would be "I love Christ Church PEOPLE!".

This morning we recruited volunteers for what we are calling a "oil change outreach". On Sat Oct 18 the people of Christ Church will be reaching outside our walls and giving free oil changes to single moms in our community. We had a wonderful response to this outreach today, and it's always so good to see how much this church loves to serve..loves to love! What dad says is really true, we serve God best when we serve people...and i think CC folk really get this. You guys are awesome!

I continue to be pleasently surprised by how much the 11 o'clock service is growing!!!

We did the ole favorite 'Turn your eyes upon jesus' tonight. There's something about those old songs that takes you to a different place in worship (i'm not quite sure what it is..??...but i like it!). I think it might have something to do with not having to "think" while you worship...the words just come out without effort almost it seems. I deffinately love alot of the current worship, but an 'oldie' from time to time is refreshing i think. What are some of your fav old songs?

morgan

Fun at the Fair

2008-09-20T20:06:00.001-07:00

We did go to the fair today. We had alot of fun! The kids rode rides and momma and daddy ate..ha!!!

btw...i love this pic. Gib is takin care of his little sis.

Lazy Saturday

2008-09-20T10:31:00.000-07:00

Scotty, the kids and I are just hanging around the house today. I LOVE Saturdays! Scotty worked in the yard for a while, Gibson spilled chocolate milk, I read for a while, and Theron got blisters on her feet from a no name brand of crocs (I guess you pay for what you get..lol..that was for carla). Now were are considering going to the fair, but I think you have to be rich to go..ha! Seriously! It's pretty crazy how much that thing cost. I think ill for go riding rides and just eat corn (the corn is my favorite part of the fair!).

later

morgan

Be Praised

2008-09-19T21:47:00.000-07:00

I was just thinking about Paul and Silas, wow what praisers they were! Acts 16 tells how they were beaten and imprisoned and then prayed and sang to God as their fellow prisoners were listening. Then the miraculous happened. The walls shook, their chains fell off, and their guard became a believer. They didn't allow their circumstances to dictate whether they'd give glory to God or not. They believed that God is good when life is not, and they praised him according to His greatness. I'd like to have a few more like them in our choir on Sundays...I'd like to be a lot more like them!!! Lord help me be more like them...

Lord, You are great and greatly to be praised. Help me to praise you in spite of difficulties that may arise, and inturn encourage others who are following You. Be Praised!

Winding down

2008-09-18T20:02:00.000-07:00

yes..im enjoying a carmel latte right now. i dont think it gets much better than 10 PM, kids bathed and asleep, living room straightened, PJs, a good book, and COFFEE.

im just about to start a new book and im pretty excited about it. Its Ted Dekker's "Sinner". It is about a place where people who worship as they please and say what they believe are suddenly silenced in the name of tolerence. It should be pretty interesting. Sinner is a fiction novel bul it sounds alot like where America is headed.

g'night

morgan

Pre-K is so much fun!

2008-09-18T08:04:00.001-07:00

Gibson started pre-k this year and he is doing so well! He is the more intraverted of our two children (he's not real fond of large crowds), so I was alittle worried about how he would do at school. I have been pleasently surprised! He has not cried a single time when ive left in the mornings, and he is loving school! Having a new tattoo to show his friends each day hasnt hurt either..ha! (that's a little motivation tactic we learned very quickly) When he has a new tattoo he's wakes up happy and ready to get out the door to show all his friends...im hoping we can get rid of those soon...lol..but oh well..whatever works!

Yesterday was Grandparent Snack Day so my dad took him an ice cream sandwich (his favorite) and had snack with him. The pics are from snack day and if you'll look closely in one Mrs. Hammons (Gib's teacher) caught dad in the background eating...ha!

thanks for reading

morgan

First Wednesday Worship

2008-09-18T08:04:00.000-07:00

I wanted to inform everyone (or no one..ha!) about an upcoming event.

First Wednesday Worship
Special Guest: Mia Fieldes of Hillsong Church
October 1, 2008
7 PM
Christ Church West Monroe
318.387.7035
www.chirstchurchwm.org

I am really excited about this service! Mia is an awesome songwriter...she's written songs like "Savior King" and "None But Jesus". It's sure to be a blessed night. I hope you"ll join us

much love,

morgan

Chick-lit book club

2008-09-03T13:27:00.000-07:00

hey ladies!

Welcome! hope you signed up to be involed in this small group on sunday. if you are reading this then you probably did..ha!!

We are a group of christian women who like to read and like to have fun. I hope that through this small group you get the chance to make new friendships and strenghten some old ones.

We will be meeting at Starbucks on Forsythe at 6:30 on the following dates:

Sept. 9
Sept. 30
Oct. 21
Nov. 11
Dec. 2

We are currently reading "she's all that" by kristen billerbeck..pick it up and join us for some layed back fellowship.

hope to see you at Starbucks!

Morgan