Sometimes the work comes to us, other times we have to go to it. Vidal and Elias both worked 12 to 14-hour days at their respective jobs this week. However, Ollie’s Upholstery was asked to redo an entire fast food restaurant in Canton (an hour or so away). A dear friend who lives near there is graciously opening his home as work central. Vidal and Elias worked until 4am making, cutting, and sewing covers. Now they are on their way to unstaple, remove, replace foam, and install new covers. I wish I was there to help. Feeling proud to see Elias work so hard alongside his dad. Be blessed y’all!
I hear the vacuum absorb the umpteenth staple off the floor and I smile. Vidal knew nothing about upholstery work when we moved here. He watched and learned from a fellow officer. Many years later he would teach that skill to Elias. Andrea and I have picked up just enough to help, a little. =) That skill has funded vacations, college tuition and housing and so much more. Thank you Lord, for my husband who works so diligently and ensures that our son has valuable skill sets too. Visit our website olliesupholstery.com. Be blessed ya’ll.
We’ve lived in Texas our entire lives and continue to discover places we’ve never heard of or explored. Such was the case with the City of Crockett before taking on our latest job and in turn Davy Crockett National Forest. We wrapped up our work around noon and set off on an adventure. Our first stop, Trade Days, a small flea market. It didn’t take long for that small town friendliness to show itself and before long we were in deep conversation with these kind locales. I’m not quite sure how small talk led to our common experience of caring for loved ones with Alzheimer’s but I can humbly say the shared exchange left all involved feeling blessed for the chance encounter. Upon their recommendation we continued east to Ratcliff Lake Recreation Area. Arriving at a national forest without prior reservations during spring break season is probably not ideal. However, we figured we would drive through the park and check availability. We were quickly intercepted by two volunteers who asked the standard, “Do you have reservations? How long will you be staying? Is it just the two of you?” Our reply, “No sir, one night, yes sir and two dogs.” With a slight grin, the gentleman quizzing us replied, “Well, this park only has 26 spots, you can stay in #27.” Kindness goes a long way…..don’t be afraid of sharing your struggles. You may bless someone with your strength or be blessed knowing someone else has overcome the barrier you are fighting. Be gentle with your responses and attitude towards others. You never know when your kindness will be returned. Thankful this evening for this beautiful resting spot among the east Texas pines. Be blessed y’all!
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