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Taking Abby back to the groomer

As a Maltese dog owner, you understand the importance of keeping your furry friend looking their best. The Maltese breed is known for its beautiful, long, silky coat that requires regular grooming to maintain its health and appearance. 

I was doing Abby's haircuts from home. But it's been taking hours for me to do.

And I wasn't doing a good job at it. I kept getting her too short. And I couldn't get between her toes.

Abby hates having hair between her toes. She tries to pull the hairs out everyday.

Abby's groomer charges 33 dollar for her to be fully groomed. So I decided to get her personally groomed every other month.

The month I don't take her in, I'll give her a bath and brush her all out.

I feel good about taking her to be professionally done.

It takes a lot of pressure off of me.

Abby is scheduled for January of 2024. But I'm hoping there will be a cancellation in November. 

Because I already groomed her for this month.

Abby loves her groomer, and I know her groomer is going to be happy to see Abby.

Here are four different haircuts. Which one do you like best. This time I'm going to have Abby cut like number one.

Share Your Testimony Here

I would LOVE to hear everyone's testimony.

Please share your testimony in the comment section. 

Thanks!

What the Bible Says about waiting on God

Sometimes, we have to wait for things, like a surprise gift or a special event. Did you know that even in the Bible, it talks about waiting for God? Let's explore some simple verses that teach us about patience and faith when we have to wait for God.

1. Isaiah 40:31:  "But they that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint."

This verse says that when we trust in God and wait for Him, He gives us the strength to do amazing things, just like eagles can soar in the sky without getting tired.

2. Psalm 27:14:  "Wait on the Lord: be of good courage, and he shall strengthen thine heart: wait, I say, on the Lord."

This verse tells us to be strong and brave while waiting for God. He will help us, and we don't need to be afraid.

3. Lamentations 3:25-26: "The Lord is good unto them that wait for him, to the soul that seeketh him. It is good that a man should both hope and quietly wait for the salvation of the Lord."

This part of the Bible says that when we hope in God and wait for His help, it's a good thing. God takes care of those who trust in Him.

4. Proverbs 3:5-6: "Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths."

Here, we learn that we should trust God with all our hearts and not try to figure everything out on our own. 

5. Romans 8:25: " But if we hope for that we see not, then do we with patience wait for it."

This verse reminds us that waiting is part of hoping. When we hope for something with patience, it means we believe it will come true, even if it takes a little while.

When we have to wait for something, we can remember these Bible verses. They teach us that waiting for God is a way to show we trust Him. So, don't worry if you have to wait sometimes. God is with you, and His timing is always right.

Facts of owning a Maltese named Abby

Hi there! I want to tell you about my awesome dog, Abby. She's a Maltese, and she's my best friend. Here's some facts about Abby my Maltese.

Fact 1. **Super Cuteness:** First things first, Maltese dogs are super-duper cute! Abby's got this fluffy, white fur that makes her look like a little teddy bear.

Fact 2. **Best Buddies:** Abby is always there for me. She gives me cuddles and love, and we play together all the time. It's like having a built-in friend.

Fact 3. **No Allergies Here:** You know what's cool? Maltese dogs don't make you sneeze. So if you have allergies, they're a great pick for a furry friend.

Fact 4. **Tiny and Mighty:** Maltese dogs are small, so they're perfect for apartment living. I can even take Abby on my bike rides, and she loves it!

Fact 5. **No Messy Fur:** Unlike some other dogs, Maltese dogs don't shed all over the place. That means I don't have to clean up hairballs all the time.

Fact 6. **Picky Eaters:** Abby can be picky about what she eats, and her tummy is very sensitive. Sometimes it's hard to figure out what to feed her. But I found some dog food that really seems to be the right fit.

It's called Small Breed Nature's Recipe.

Fact 7. **Grooming Galore:** Keeping Abby looking fabulous means lots of grooming. 

I groom Abby from home. I used to pay 25 dollars to get her groomed professionally. But my groomer went up on her price and so I started doing it at home. I groom her once or twice a month.

Fact 8. **Training Troubles:** While Abby's great now, some Maltese puppies can be tricky to potty train. It takes patience and lots of trips outside. I have never trained a puppy. I've owned Abby since she was four. So I'm unsure how hard it was to train her.

Fact 9.  **Bark Alert:** Abby likes to bark when she's hungry, playing, or when someone she doesn't know comes around. She's like our little watchdog! 

Fact 10. Abby is great with children. And would make a great pet for a family.

Fact 11. Maltese sleep a lot. So she's a perfect fit for the elderly. Or people who

So there you have it, facts about owning a Maltese dog like Abby. I love her to bits, and I wouldn't trade her for anything in the world. If you want a tiny, lovable, and built-in friend, a Maltese might be perfect for you too!

October 3rd 2023

At the age of four, I asked my mom and dad about becoming a Christian. Some people might think that four years old is too young to understand a true relationship with God. But I beg to differ.

All you need to become a Christian is faith in Jesus. And asking Him to forgive us of our sins.

I was capable of doing this at four. In fact, the Bible says we must come as a little child to Christ.

(Mathew 18:3)

Yes, I didn't understand all the things of being a Christian. But I had a deep love for Jesus at such a young age. I'm so happy I made this decision so early in life. It has saved me much heartache and pain.

That doesn't mean I have never encountered heartache and pain. But having Jesus and taking his burden and yoke has made life easier to live. I would never want to live without Christ.

As I grew older, my faith in Jesus continued to grow and evolve. Through Bible study and prayer, I gained a deeper understanding of the teachings of Christianity and the love of Christ.

Being a Christian means striving to live a life that aligns with the teachings of Jesus Christ. 

Christianity has taught me the importance of compassion, empathy, and kindness towards all individuals. Following the example set by Jesus, I have discovered a profound sense of fulfillment and joy in helping others and making a positive difference in the world.

My personal walk with Jesus has been an amazing journey. There's been good times and bad times.

But living for Christ has helped me through the bad times. And helps me celebrate in the good times.

Christ means everything to me. Does He you? Living for Jesus is the best thing.

Please consider giving Jesus your life. And if you have already, GREAT. Keep living for Him.

Thank you for taking the time to read this blog post. I will be posting again very soon.

New Giveaway from River and Me Ministries 2023

New giveaway alert!

It's Tiger River's birthday on the 13th of October. 

In honor of River's birthday, we are doing another giveaway.

In this giveaway, you could win the River and Me coloring book.

Enter the names of the children you want to be entered in this giveaway.

The winner will be announced on October 14th.

Update: David is the winner of this year's giveaway! Way to go David!