It's my Ministry!

 I am beyond thrilled to share that God did a miracle for my friend, Candi, and I!!

We are going to MN this week to take the adult Cranio-Sacral-Fascia therapy (CFT) class. Here's the link for more info about CFT https://www.gillespieapproach.com/

It was 6 years ago that I took my first class and I LOVE the results that I'm getting with clients!!!!

The coordinator for this class said that the baby CFT class (which follows the adult class) had filled up in 4 days. Candi and I kept praying that we would be able to take that class.

Two weeks ago we got an email from the Instructor saying that, because so many babies need work, they were opening up 3 more spots in the baby CFT class. You got it--CANDI AND I GOT 2 OF THOSE SPOTS!!!

Now, I've been trained in baby CFT, and I've been doing it for 5 years on my grandchildren. However, my instructor asked me at that time to take an "Official" class before I would offer my services to the public so that I could work on a variety of cases in class.

I praise the Lord for opening up that opportunity!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I covet your prayers for the classes and for traveling mercies. We leave on Wednesday and will be staying and studying at the hotel shown below for 6 days.

When I get back, I will be offering some free sessions to babies who are fussy who are within driving distance from me. PLEASE be in prayer for people to open their minds to this healing modality that can solve MANY problems that babies have from the birth process! Much trauma can be reversed in baby CFT sessions.

Although I don't mind studying in a hotel, it gets kind of tough on the weekends when people come there to party.  Please pray for a quiet spot for our classes especially with babies coming in for sessions.  

Also, please pray for my guys who won't have their cook and housekeeper for over a week.  I so don't like being gone from home that long.  However, in order to get this training and to help all the hurting ones who come to me, I will make this sacrifice.  It's my ministry.

Lots of love,

Dawn

BOOMER?

 Hi everyone,

Another week has gone by of our precious Summer.  How does that always happen?  

On the dog front, we renamed our dog.  He came with the name Valor which we did not fit him AT ALL.  He has a terrible habit of jumping on people.  My neighbor said that he is a "BRAT," and she is right.

I think this dog is super smart.  Perhaps his former owners weren't???  The really nice thing about our dog is that he's loving and gentle once he gets his immense energy levels down to a motor boat rather than a torpedo.  I can manage the motor boat levels as he really likes his doggy treats.  ;)

So about the new name for our furry tornado.  I read that you should pick a name that has the same number of syllables as his current name.  Also it was strongly recommended that you pick a name that ends the same as the name he came to you with.

I did a search and found an article titled "600 names for male German Shepherds."  SERIOUSLY.  So I went through them all and picked the 2 syllable names that end in the sound ER.  That night after supper I read the list to my guys. 

 We very quickly agreed on BOOMER.  It was decided in under 5 minutes.  If he ever starts yelling at the coyotes in the middle of the night right outside your window, you will know why we chose BOOMER.  Man, does that dog have a voice on him!!  

This morning Boomer crawled under the pick-up while Robert was changing the oil.  Then he lay on his side; stared into Robert's eyes; and whimpered until Robert scratched his tummy.  Then he grabbed the rag that Robert was using.  Robert was quick, too, but not before that 4 legged rascal ran off with a part of his rag.  Life sure is not going to be dull with Boomer around.  We all can see that!!

My current domestic difficulty is mold in my washing machine.  UG.  I try very hard not to let that happen.  I just found this article and decided to share it with you all too.  May you NOT need it.  ;)

Sometime before Wednesday I will post here again and tell you about the classes I have coming up at the end of this week.  I am very excited but also need prayers.  

Best go see if I got the mold taken care of.

Dawn

There's Probably Mold in Your Washing Machine. Here's How to Get Rid of It

Does your clean laundry stink? The problem could be mold or bacteria in your washer.

Katie Teague

Aug. 8, 2022 6:00 a.m. PT

4 min read

Clean your washer regularly to prevent mold and mildew growth. 

James Martin/CN

Your washing machine could be harboring mold and mildew, leaving your laundry smelling less than fresh. Just like other appliances, your washer needs a good scrub on a regular basis -- especially if there's a sulfury smell to your laundry. 

The good news is, if there's mold in your washing machine, it's not that hard to kill.

I'll explain how to get your clothes and washing machine smelling fresh and clean again, and how to keep the bad smells away in the future. Plus, I'll show you how to spot the gross gunk, clean it out and ward off bacteria for good. 

The best way to kill mold and bacteria in your washer

If you've got mold in your washer, here's how to get rid of it. Doing this monthly will help prevent mold growth.

1. Put on gloves and grab an old towel that you don't care about.

2. Mix a solution of either bleach and hot water OR vinegar and hot water. (Never mix bleach and vinegar -- it creates chlorine gas, which is toxic.)

3. Dip the towel in the mixture and start scrubbing away at any visible mold. Make sure to get the detergent dispenser and around the gaskets.

4. Front-loading machines have a gasket around the door. If you have a front loader, clean and dry it thoroughly, including all the folds.

5. Run the wash cycle on the hottest setting your machine offers with a cup of bleach or vinegar. If using bleach, pour it in the compartment designated for bleach. If using vinegar, pour it in the detergent slot.

If your machine has a self-clean cycle, you can use that setting. This should kill any hidden mold that you may have missed.

6. Use another old towel and wipe away all the moisture in your washing machine. This includes the drum, dispensers, seals and any other areas you can reach.

7. Leave the washer door open to allow airflow to dry out any parts you missed. 

Leave the lid open if you're not washing clothes

Mold grows in dark, moist areas, which is what your washer becomes after you've unloaded the clothes. Keeping the lid closed traps moisture, which can lead to built-up bacteria and a bad smell. 

Leaving the washing machine door open helps ventilate the area and prevents mold from growing in the first place.2 

Damp clothes are another breeding ground for mold. If you're throwing a load of laundry in, make sure you'll be home to remove the clothes right when the timer goes off

Not only does this prevent mold from growing in your washer, but it keeps mildew out of your clean clothing, bedding and towels.

Dry damp seals and other parts after each use 

After you're finished using your washing machine for the day, make sure to wipe down any part of the washer that's damp. This includes the lid, drum, door, rubber gaskets and detergent dispenser (if your machine has that feature).

Keep an old towel on hand for this purpose.

Make sure to dry the seals along with the rest of your washer to prevent moisture from sticking around. And while mold contamination can happen in any washer, it's especially common in high-efficiency (HE) front-loading washers. That's why you should regularly wash the gaskets and seals around the door and keep them dry. The gaskets make sure water doesn't leak out around the door and also do a good job of sealing in the moisture that can help mold grow.

You should also remove pet hair, crumpled paper or any other detritus from the machine right away. 

If you have a high-efficiency (HE) washer, use a powder detergent made for HE machines. 

Taylor Martin/CNET

If you have a high-efficiency washing machine

Liquid detergents can leave a residue in your washing machine, giving mold a food source. So if you have a high-efficiency washer, the first thing to do to keep mold in check is to make sure you're using a laundry detergent made specifically for this type of washer, which will produce fewer suds. (Look for the letters HE on the bottle.)

Better yet, steer clear of liquid detergent altogether and switch to powder detergent or pods. Whichever you choose, make sure you're only using as much as you need to wash your clothes. If you use too much, your clothes may have a smell and residue.

He's my Dream Dog?

God answers all prayers.  He really does.  It's either a "Yes" answer; a "No" answer; or a "Wait" answer but He DOES answer our prayers.  If we're not seeing that, then maybe we don't want to see it for some reason.  Maybe we just can't bear to hear the answer at this time.  That's when "Wait" is a kind answer from our loving Heavenly Father.

The Lord recently answered my prayer for a dog.  Two Summers ago my dog, Beamer, got hit on the road that goes through the 2 sides of our farm.  Last Summer we were grieving too much to get a dog.  When Spring came this year, I began looking for our new favorite critter.  

I had one closed door after another.  Finally last week I saw the dog that I felt was for us.  I contacted the owner and my neighbor, Luci, and I went and picked him up on Tuesday.  It was a 2 1/2 hour drive one way so it was a long day in the car especially on the way home with a new dog in the back seat.

So now Valor is with us and I am very happy but it's not without problems.  Maybe Father gave me this dog BECAUSE of the problems that I would have to solve in regards to him.  Maybe I'm going to learn something as a result of dealing with this kangaroo critter I now own.  He's about as opposite from Beamer as 2 dogs could be.  

I am not kidding about his jumping.  Valor is a year and a half old and FULL OF ENERGY.  Because he's new here, we've been keeping him tied up at night and when nobody is outside.  When I go over to let him off of the cable, he goes half crazy--or maybe 2/3 crazy.  

I've been rewarding him with doggy treats for sitting down so I could release the clasp and set him free.  He seems to like Milk Bone treats.  After10 to 15 "Sit Valor" commands, each with a tiny nibble of treat, he's calm enough to be released.  HOWEVER, then he wants to jump on ME.

I've been praying about an approach to solve this jumping issue Valor has.  I remembered that dogs do not like to get wet if it's not their idea.  So I took the garden hose over by him and started filling his water tub.  When Valor came calmly by my side, I patted his sweet, little head.  When Valor came charging at me like a wild pig, I aimed the hose at him.

IT WORKED!!!   My new dog shrunk away in shock.  He simply could not believe that I would do that to him.  lol

I am so happy.

All of this to say that God truly does have an answer to EVERY problem that we may face.  I urge you to bring your problem to God in prayer and ask Him to show you HIS solution.  It may surprise you what He suggests that you do but I urge you to go with it.  

Now to convince Valor that he is no longer a house dog.  Can you imagine people keeping a VERY active German Shepherd IN THE HOUSE??  To me, that is abuse. Of course, Valor wasn't always this big.  lol

Please pray for Valor to adjust to his new home here with us!  May God bless you for your prayers!

Dawn

Have you heard this song?

 We all love our countries.  I get that.  Most of us despise what our governments do to our people.  Most of us just want to be left alone and raise our families in peace.  We want our children and grandchildren to have good lives.  We want them to be free.

  I grew up in America in the 1960s and 1970s.  Our little town of Eureka, South Dakota was doing well.  There were 1,500 residents and 250 kids in high school.  Many of the people that I graduated with had gone with me through all 12 grades of school.  There was one race and we were all white.

  One of those class mates went on to work with the Peace Corp.  When he came back from overseas, my friend told me that he was shocked to learn that there were people in other countries that hate our country.  How could that be?

  Over the years, I have watched as God was removed from one realm of society after another.  God isn't even welcome in a lot of churches!!  Without God as the focus of our thoughts, we quickly go astray to all sorts of depravity.  Only Jesus living in our hearts can ever make something good out of us since we are born with a sinful nature.  

  ALL of us Americans are descendants of immigrants except the Native Americans.  They were the first ones here.  My ancestors were from Germany.  They immigrated to Russia to be free from involvement in the military.  Many generations later, when the Russian government "Forgot" their word and started forcing my people to serve in the military, they came here--to Amercia.

  America started as a Christian nation and it IS a Christian nation.  These imposters must and will be removed from office.  Sure, I want all nations and all peoples to be free.  Sure I want all peoples to know how to be washed clean with the blood of Jesus.  Did you know that America has spent more money on missions projects than any other nation?

  I am writing to ask for prayer for my country.  Everywhere I look, I see destruction of what has been built up by hard-working Americans.  I weep nearly constantly for my country to be set free from this false administration.  What kind of victory is it to destroy something beautiful?  

  PLEASE pray for America.  I love all peoples and all countries BUT America has been the country where anyone could come to; work hard; and make something of yourself.  America has stood for freedom from it's inception.  If America falls, there is NO PLACE for people to run to for asylum.  The whole world will fall into darkness.  Of course, this is what satan and his crew want.  That's why they're working so hard to destroy our unity.

  I've been heavy hearted since November 4, 2020 when a false administration stole the election.  It's all a lie that the news is telling.  Still, people believe it.  I was raised on the 6:00 and the 10:00 news too.  I thought that they were telling the truth!  It's hard to imagine that people would make a living telling lies, with a straight face, to a nation that it hurting so badly.

  This morning, when I heard this song, I started to remember the America I was raised in.  That's what I want to share with you--my wonderful praying readers.  If anyone is reading this who is trying to steal freedom from others REPENT!  Your days are numbered and you WILL face the Judge of us all.

  The good folks ARE in the majority.  Let's reach out to each other and build communities again.  Even if we could just unite behind ONE SONG, then our power will grow.  WE THE PEOPLE have the power to stop tyrants.  We MUST do so together!

  Dawn