My Portion

Oh Lord, You are my Portion
My inheritance and my Cup;
You have made my lot secure.
Boundary lines fall to me in pleasant places;
Yes, I have a good inheritance.

Paint Your Picture

Honoring My Mom

A happy young lady, born into a family that would eventually number ten children. Mom had to get to work early to help support the family. That was the way it went back in the days. One of the stories she told us, was that she started smoking when she was nine.



During the Second World War, mom was one of the many who enlisted. There were six of her siblings that also signed up. They were literally called the 'Fighting O'Toole's' a name that they lived out frequently even after the war.

My mom was a dancer in Army Shows , the company that entertained the troops.
It was among this group of young people where she met and eventually married my father in Italy.



Later, in 1945 mom had to return home because she was expecting me. That was a very hard thing for her to leave my dad overseas . She returned to her family here and dad came back in 1946 after I was born.

They had five children together and our mom was such a trooper. She was made our clothes, which was the way of life in those days. I loved my First Communion Dress. It really made me feel like a Bride and so pretty for Jesus.





This was taken during a visit to Winnipeg back in the eighties. I can still feel the emotion of the moment, and knew she loved me.



My favorite picture of the two of us. Ahhhh...how young I was then....and brunette, my own color...well almost anyway. Maybe I should try that again.

Today is the day my mom graduated to heaven into the arms of Jesus. About three days before she died, I had a dream . In this dream mom came rushing into my kitchen. She was wearing her p.j.'s as usual, a Flight Jacket and big ol' wellington boots. She ran in and said to me....''hurry up and get moving, I have to go .''
Where are you going mom ? Then I followed her outside into the night. I took notice of the weather, no snow, wet streets...Mom jumped into the back seat of a taxi . In the vehicle were other members of her family who had gone before her.

Next day, the phone call comes and I was soon on my way here to Peterborough. When I arrived at the hospital it was night, no snow , wet streets. Same as in my dream.
Mom by this time was in a coma, but when I walked into her room she sat up in response to my presence, though she didn't regain consciousness.

As for me, I was privileged to remain alone with her the whole night, holding her hand, praying, singing to her and just being with her. Such a wonderful gift from the Lord, to be with her at her leaving. That was eighteen years ago today. I know she is enjoying her eternity with Jesus, and so just want to say thanks mom for all your hard work on our behalf . I love you and will see you soon.

My Soul Sings

Just a little while longer
and I'll see You
Just a little while longer
and I'll know You
Just a little while longer
and we'll be together.

All I want is just
to know Your heart
Would You keep me here
until we're one.

My soul sings !
How I love You Jesus.

Wrestle and Encounter

The good news is....we win !

Is.45:1-3 This is what the Lord says to his anointed, to Cyrus, Whose right hand I take hold of to subdue nations before him and to strip kings of their armor, To open doors before him so that gates will not be shut:

I will go before you and make the crooked places straight.


I will break down gates of bronze and cut through bars of iron.


I will give you the treasures of darkness, riches stored in secret places, so that you may know that I am the Lord the God of Israel, who calls you by name.



Recently I watched a service taught by Bill Johnson over at iBethel.T.V.from the date Dec.27,2009 titled 'The Power of a Promise.' It's free...and so very worth watching . Be encouraged.

For instance I didn't know that Cyrus wasn't even born yet when the Lord spoke this word through the prophet Isaiah.
And ...we too were called by name...known by God...way before we were born as well...yep...knew this.
Treasures of darkness...also includes people .

So seems like we or me.....can rest in the fact that His promises concerning us will also be brought to fulfillment .

It's in the Genes

This is just what I feel like some days.

Pearl of Great Price

The Kingdom of Heaven is like a treasure hidden in a field. When a man found it, he hid it again, and then in his joy went and sold all he had and bought the field.

Again, the Kingdom of Heaven is like a merchant looking for fine pearls.
When he found one of great value, he went away and sold everything he had and bought it. Matt.13:44,45

He did it for me, can I do any less ? Whatever the price Lord, you have my Yes.

Happy Birthday Jonathan

Wonderful memories....a few old pictures....so much love.
















Have a wonderful Birthday my son. You are loved beyond measure and a blessing to my life always.

'Arms Wide Open'

This is a powerful songs from one of Misty's Newest releases.

The Year of Suddenly

January 1, 2010

I have been listening,praying, waiting to hear the Word of the Lord .

I have felt on the brink of something, like when I was on the edge of the plane seconds before my skydive. I took a deep breath ....and we were in the air.

Today while tuned into the Prayer Room during a Julie Meyer set at noon, there came the sound I had been waiting expectantly for.

I will just make note of the general direction of the declarations.

This is the year of suddenly, suddenly, suddenly...
You just wait and see what I'm gonna do

The year of suddenly , suddenly, suddenly....
Say yes ! I'm comin' to you, heaven is comin' down...open door..no ceiling.

You just watch and see... a year of suddenly, suddenly, suddenly.

Releasing the New Wine for the New Year... you will be a spectacle of My Glory.
Say yes ! The wine is on the house...it's FREE....drink up , drink deep.

It's a brand new day !

Behold the Whirlwind has gone forth.