The opinions expressed on this blog . . .

. . . do not necessarily represent the Webb family. Sometimes in fact my wife has an opinion directly opposite of my own. While that is not always the case it should be taken into consideration by our faithful readers (both of you).

Sincerely,

the management

Sorry...

I cannot think of many people on this earth I love more than David, Farah, and their sons, Dax and soon, Cole! What wonderful names! I must apologize for my previous post when using them as examples...I am simply bitter and should not take that out on them. Please accept my apologies...and PLEASE let me be Aunt Bether again...

Naming your children...

Maybe I am simply a bitter adult...I always hated that I was called Beth (not because I don't like Beth) when my name was Elizabeth. Everywhere I go, I have to correct people or accept them calling me by Elizabeth. Sure...in second grade you can tell the teacher you go by something other than your name listed, but you don't tell every substitute and every college prof and the person who swipes your debit card at Macy's and the doctor...it just gets out of control. Some places have those cute little places to put the name you actually go by, but then some of them don't even look at that. Anyway, because of all of this, it has made me want to name our children (ONE DAY) whatever I am going to call them. I do realize that sometimes this doesn't make the name sound as good. I mean Elizabeth Paige (Buchanan) Webb sounds much better than Beth...I admit it. But, is it really worth the hassle. My husband had the same problem and it never bothered him. I know I am a little more uptight about it, but I have known plenty of people who grew up hating the same problem. Our friends David and Farah have recently decided on the name of their second son who is due in November. In order to be consistent, they will also call him by a shortened version of his middle name. I love both names: Joshua Daxton called Dax is their first son & Andrew Colton called Cole is on his way. But, WHY??? It just drives me crazy...knowing what they are going to go through their entire lives. I know that Buck and I will have disagreements over naming our children because of this one idea but, I am sure we will eventually come up with some names! So, this is just something to think about when naming your children...

Our week ahead...

Well, we have a busy week next week. Buck is leaving on Tuesday to go to SanFrancisco for a three-day seminary class...something having to do with worship. While he is gone, I will be leaving for Pensacola on July 1 for a quick trip home to see the fam. My flight there covers 12 hours and 45 minutes... a direct flight would be about 5.5 hours. I just hope I can sleep some on the plane...and in the airports. So, on Monday, July 4, I will be back at home with my wonderful husband. At least we don't have a ton of plans before he heads out.

So Far . . .

North America

Europe

Africa

See more progress on: visit every continent (except antarctica- too cold)

Totally Worth It!

This is something Buck and I have talked about. We really want to learn to be about giving. This is just one way we can do that. Also, I think it is really cool that he is from India (one of the countries I want to visit) and we have the same birthday. Eventually, we want to sponsor a child with the same birthday as Buck too! I can’t wait until we start getting updates about Ningthuigong’s life!

See more progress on: Sponsor a child through WorldVision

He has the same birthday as me...

Born: Nov 08, 1997
Grade: 0
Favorite Subject: Rhymes
Health: Good
Favorite Play: Group Games
Gender: Boy
Chores: Runs Errands
Country: India

Congratulations! You have sponsored Ningthuigong from India

Ningthuigong lives with his parents and 2 sisters. His parents struggle to provide for the family. His father is a farm laborer and his mother is a farm laborer. Despite their efforts, it is difficult to meet the family’s needs.

Ningthuigong is growing up in a poor community in India. A typical home is constructed using wood with a thatch roof and dirt floor. Rice is a staple of the local diet, and families may also eat vegetables, cereal and beans. Some communities are able to get meat, fish and prawns as well. Plains, hills and forests mark the land.

Ningthuigong is not in school at this time. He likes to play group games. He helps at home by running errands. He is in good health.

Your sponsorship commitment will help provide Ningthuigong and his community with clean water, improved health care and hygiene and regular medical check-ups. In addition, your support provides training for children and parents to help raise the quality of life in their community. We are thankful for your commitment and your prayers so these precious children and their families are able to experience the love of God and life in all its fullness.

See more progress on: Sponsor a child through WorldVision

Lessons...

We have found several places in Tacoma with all different types of classes. I think we are going to start with ballroom & then move on to more exciting stuff. Join us if you would like!

See more progress on: Learn to dance…now that I have a partner

43 Things...

Well, we all have things we want to do, things we dream of doing, and those things we simply NEED to do. This website, www.43things.com helps you organize, journal about, and encourage others in their pursuit of their goals. Who knows...maybe your best friend or spouse or someone you are trying to build a relationship with has the same goals.

To see what my goals are visit http://www.43things.com/people/view/BethinTacoma

Let me know if you set up your own 43 things!

My Cutest Baby Contest...

Vote for the Cutest Baby and a chance to win 10,000 Points! We've narrowed 10,000 submissions down to 18 semi-finalists. Now it's your turn but you can only choose one. Ten lucky voters will win 10,000 Points. Want to increase the odds of your choice winning? Voting ends June 24th.

http://www.mypoints.com/mp/dStatial.show?isref=ispages.voting.cutestbaby

Tanya...guess which child I thought was yours. Maybe I am crazy, and it was one of those...'at first glance things'.

Seriously...

The Braves are on the verge of being great...they are still hanging in their as good. Score some runs for crying out loud. And, it better be a lot, because once we get past our superb starters it is like a little league bullpen, every other guy (at least) gets on base. Yes, we have been hit hard by injuries...Hampton, Thomson, Perez, Chipper...and now Estrada...did you see the hit he took?!? Yes, we have eight rookies on the roster right now. But, SERIOUSLY, the Nationals are in first place. We need to go out & get a better bullpen and just one (that's all I am asking for) power hitter for the middle of the line-up, someone to drive in some runs.

On to better things...Auburn opens the 2005 Football season in 88 days when Georgia Tech comes to town..tough home opener. It will be a good opportunity to measure where we are at the start. We lost a lot of talent. But, we are bringing back some matured talent. WAR EAGLE!

Sometimes you just feel...BLAH

Not much to chat about...just living every day...trying to find my place. How in the world am I supposed to serve my husband and live by grace? It's tough. I think it takes complete surrender to the Holy Spirit!!! That is not an easy thing to do: COMPLETE SURRENDER! I like to control things, even if it means controlling my bad attitude. I need to be praying for wisdom and encouragement, and instead, I find myself begging (a form of prayer) for an easy road. I know that God never promises us a life that is all about us, in fact, He is pretty clear that it won't be about us. But, sometimes I need a ME day! Anyway, life really is good. God continues to provide. I am continually learning. Yet, sometimes, you just feel BLAH!