Who am I? A wife for almost 40 years. A mom for over 36 years. A sister and a friend, of course. Each of these help describe me. But, even more, I have been a Christian since accepting Him as my Savior when I was 12 years old and, this truth defines each area of my life. I have enjoyed some mountain top experiences but have been through some very deep valleys as well. Valleys of incredible grief and even pits of depression. However, most of my days are ordinary, routine kind of days. But in every one of my days, God has been faithful. He has walked with me whatever the day. He strengthens, comforts, encourages and blesses me with life "most abundant."

A favorite life verse: The thief cometh not, but for to steal, and to kill, and to destroy: I am come that they might have life, and that they might have it more abundantly. John 10:10

Why do I write? Though not quite as private as my dad, I am definitely my father's daughter. I find it difficult to share. And to let others in. But I do love to write. I love to put words into sentences and sentences in paragraphs that help express my thoughts. I hope my words help me share my heart. Share the life that God has given me and all that He has done for me and through me. I write with the hope of giving Him at least a bit of the glory He is due.

A verse to guide my writing: That the trial of your faith, being much more precious than of gold that perisheth, though it be tried with fire, might be found unto praise and honour and glory at the appearing of Jesus Christ. I Peter 1:7

Getting Boo’d

Posted on By jennifer

As I walked the dog (yes, the before mentioned, RASCAL!) recently, I noticed something cute as I walked the neighborhood…several of my neighbors had been “boo’d”. Although this has been going on for several years in our neighborhood, I recently learned that Hallmark has not missed the opportunity to capitalize on the fun and is selling a kit for you to use (really not necessary) but that is for another post. Quite simply, to “boo” a friend and neighbor, you arrange a basket with goodies, treats and other fall or Halloween things and leave it (hopefully, anonymously) on their doorstep. Included in the basket, is a small sign of a ghost or some such which is displayed on your door so others will know you have already been boo’d and then you pass the fun on to another neighbor. Eventually, little ghosts are on doors up and down the block! Since we are known on our street as the ones who don’t “do Halloween,” we have occasionally been included in this game but, most often, we are not; however, it is fun to watch….to guess who will be next and who left the last basket?!?

I began thinking about how I, as a Christian, might be able to share some fun with my neighbors and others down the block? Would there be a way to perhaps work the “getting boo’d” idea into a surprise at Thanksgiving or even Christmas? The holiday season is right in front of us and now is the time to plan how we will include our neighbors in our plans for the next couple months. Do you have any ideas?

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Comments (3)

  1. Funny that you posted about this as I just heard about this tonight from another neighbor. I’ve never heard of “boo’d” before, but thought it was an excellent idea.
    I think your idea is also excellent. I don’t have any ideas, but will be thinking about it for ya. I know that whatever you do will surely bless others around you and in your neighborhood!

    Have a wonderful weekend!

  2. This is a great idea…I really like where you’re going with this. I’ll have to put my thinking cap on…keep us posted if you come up with something!

  3. I love this idea! I had never heard of it before. I think this would be a great way to “get to know the neighbors” a little bit better. We’ve lived here over thirty years and really don’t “know” many of our neighbors. We are out in the country and neighbors are a little far away. I will be anxiously awaiting any ideas for the holidays that you may recieve.
    Thanks for sharing!
    LF

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