WhirlWind Summer....

Well... what a summer... didn't we just begin this time of year....?

Updates:
My mom went back to school this week. She still has a limp and we found out that she has a clipped nerve in her leg that is giving her some pain that is mobility limiting and limited movement still. She had an MRI done last week and will go back tomorrow to get the results and find out that they need to do from there. Her syatic nerve is being pinched too... what a bummer....My Dad is run fast and furious as usual and never seem to slow down at work. As a private contractor and one of the most hard working/persnickity men I know, he really runs down fast..... through in older eelments and he is a mess....My in laws are hanging in there. My dad in law has been having health issues that seem to never go away...however he never tells anyone anything until it is really bad...we have to watch him like a hawk. My mom in law is a guru in the worry and fret department but just keeps on keeping on... Leave it to parents to just amaze you in life...

My sis and Bro in law are well. Coaching family that is always hopping... Caleb is now about 8 months and such a cool cat.. My sis-n-law and bro-n-law will be officially married 1 yr in August 15th... Wow... it has been trying for them in many ways... but they are learning....

On to us--- My spouse is gearing up for the fall sports as a side coach. His passion is teaching but has gotten ropped into coaching each year. I now know why... he said that he wants to qualify for the Boston Marathon soon... He coaches the running sports and can run with the best of them... the old man can out run most of the younglings... it is fun to hear the stories... The kids are growing like weeds. My youngest has taken on growing and playing as his goal in life. He is about 3" shy of this sibling who is 3 yrs older and petite. Did i mention that he will be 5 this year?? Wow how they grow. My eldest is looking forward to school and learning to write in cursive. She is reading on a 5th grade level right now and is loving it. Needless to say, she is ready for the social affair of school, too. As for me----
I'M NO LONGER IN LIMBO LAND...
I start my new job come August 30th. It is still federal and the same benefits and all that I have now. This job however allows me to be with my family 7 days of the week, and spend less in gas, mileage, and time in the car. I still will have to commute (which is impossible not too where we reside for a good paying job) but it will be shorter and closer to home than the one I have right now. Did I mention it will be higher pay too...? I qualified because of my training from my military days...The Lord planted the seed and watered the idea the whole time... It is not because of my desire or wants or goals, but because of God. I will forever claim this job opporunity and change as a way to give and bring God glory.
I am excited but a little nervous which is normal for such a change. To go from sitting behind a desk in a/c to standing all day with little to no a/c will be quit an adjustment.... I will also be the only female in the team...which is nothing new for me... but might be for those I will be working with... :)I know that I can do it because I can do all things through Christ whom gives me strength....

BTW: Usually when this time of year comes around the temps are suppose to start decreasing right... not were I am... we have had a very mid summer but it is making up for it now.... I sure hope it gets cooler soon since I will be in it very soon... I know that I will shape up from the heat this way too... yeah!!!

So until next time, God Bless and claim it in the name of the Lord...


****DO YOU KNOW JESUS BECAUSE HE KNOWS YOU. God knows every hair on your head (Luke 12:6-8 NIV:Are not five sparrows sold for two pennies[a]? Yet not one of them is forgotten by God. 7Indeed, the very hairs of your head are all numbered. Don't be afraid; you are worth more than many sparrows), and he gave his only son for you John 3:16 KJV-For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.) ****

Holy Hip, Thing ,and Pirates Batman.....

Grand adventures and trails by inferno always seens to come about every couple of months for us..... WHAT ??!!!! Well, let me explain.....




Holy Hip:
Mom has once again had surgery... it seems to have been a great success for her. She is even able to put weight on her leg that the surgery was done on and only restricted to no water until the staples come out in about 5 weeks. Holy Hip.... it is still holding and healing everyday but she is so little pain that she can even hold her grand kids in her lap and tickle them..... no holler in pain from the wiggling even... thank you Jesus... Lord willing this will not be short lived... She of course is worried about her knee from the impact of the accident and wonders about other illments that might surface after this big one is on the road to recovery... please continue to keep her in your prayers.








Holy Thing:
Introducting the newest and oldest member of our little family, "CLIVE". Affectionally names by me in honor of one of my hubby's fav writers Clive Clusser who has a huge collection of classics.This weekend, my very nerves, edgy, and non-city friendly driver of a husband and me went to a big city and pulling a trailer. We had found us a 1974 VW Thing...
After many hairy turn arounds, heated words, and upset bellys, we made it home in one peace. Note to self: Volunteer to drive next time or just don't go with..... argh....








Holy Pirates:
This years VBS theme is High Seas Expeditions.
I am doing the music for the program as well dedicated myself to create an elaborate but do able sancutary decoration theme. I am working on the layout now for it. My goal is to turn the entire stage area into a ship deck that seems to be inviting you into it the helm... the captions deck... Im not talking a cruise liner here but a old fashion ship that you usually see Pirates or sailors on. If we can get it to work out, I think it will be very cool. Did I mention that I have bout two weeks to get it figured out and up in about 2 days before it starts?! Frustation and exhaustion comes to mind but hopefully it will not be that bad..... Wish me luck and lose of leway for changes....

We are all doing well. The family is out of school for the summer but it is short lived for the coach/teacher. In about a week or so, he will be back up at the school running the gym for hours during the break... then comes getting ready for cross country again. Oh well... did I mention that in between there will be 4th Concert put on my our church choir, and reunions and many mini-fam vacations when fesible financially. during those down moments, we will be working on our old house. The wiring in the house is shot so we have to be very careful what we do. meanwhile we are still clearing out "junk" aka not our stuff out of the house and trying to change to decor and paint too... please pray for us to get it down will minimal "ugliness" and within our budget needs. As usually we are busy but never to busy to remember all those that are our friends and family. May you all be richly blessed this summer, stay cool and not sunburned, and have a great time together... until later times, God Bless you....

****DO YOU KNOW JESUS BECAUSE HE KNOWS YOU. God knows every hair on your head (Luke 12:6-8 NIV:Are not five sparrows sold for two pennies[a]? Yet not one of them is forgotten by God. 7Indeed, the very hairs of your head are all numbered. Don't be afraid; you are worth more than many sparrows), and he gave his only son for you John 3:16 KJV-For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.) ****

running the race in place?!

Well, it has been a bit since I have posted... but there has been some "stuff" that warrants updating and input. Since my last post, my mother has been back under the knife to remove infection packets along the bones. Since that surgery, a large bruise has started to develop around her knee. After yet another two visits and more tests, it has been revealed that the the femur is dying. The second x-ray is missing bone that was showing in last weeks x-ray therefore bone is dying and flaking off. After yesterdays long drive, they determined that it will be hip replacement. Why the hip was not replaced in the first place... only the doctor knows the truth to the action. We can only assume that it was for glory of the fix since none have been able to make it work before. Before that could be definite, they had to check for infections again, and do a CAT scan. Checking for infection: they stick a large and long needle into the hip area to volume out any fluid that may be present in the area which would indicate infection. Her exact words, "It hurt really bad" She said she told them that and they replied "Really... it shouldn't!" Since that test came back good, all we are waiting on now is the results from the CAT scan. From the date of the doctors approval to proceed she will be off her inflammation meds at least for a week before they can do surgery. Pain tolerance/management is going to be rough! On top of that, there seems to be a problem with her knee as well. Needless to say, the hips is more of a pain then the knee at this point. What a mess????!!!!
She is so ready for the surgery, and yet the testing and travel is draining her spirit to fight. I can't imagine what is would be like to have two different times when you are just starting to make progress, and something come up that knocks you back down from the beginning again.

As for as the rest of the family... we are starting to slow for the school year but continue to move ahead with life. My hubby is almost done with the sports for a bit, and my oldest is ready for summer. Mean while, I am still in my current rock and hard place just waiting for God's reveal. (Job issue). I have adjusted my travel to more on the road, and spending more time with my family. It seems to have really helped my sleeping and emotions. However, I have also taken on an additional program at church to offset the lost of one of our members but this will only last through May. Come June, I have my plate full with getting ready for VBS as the music leader and member of the decorating crew. Throw in a few birthdays, reunions, holidays, and home renovations, and you have one busy family. From time to time, we have a chance to show down on the weekends and just enjoy each other. Life gets too busy not to stop and do this. The world tends to pull you apart when you are not able to pull back from time to time.

Hopefully I will be writing of my mom's progress in the future! Life can be overwhelming but with the Lord you can step back and take a deep breath to enjoy his Glory. 'Til next time... God Bless.

****DO YOU KNOW JESUS BECAUSE HE KNOWS YOU. God knows every hair on your head (Luke 12:6-8 NIV:Are not five sparrows sold for two pennies[a]? Yet not one of them is forgotten by God. 7Indeed, the very hairs of your head are all numbered. Don't be afraid; you are worth more than many sparrows), and he gave his only son for you John 3:16 KJV-For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.)
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Home again Home again Jiggety Jog and Rest 234...

To pick up off my last post:
Mom is home. She has her very own outdoor shower/potty and easy ramps to get around. Her days have been a bit overwhelming. She is having to adjusted the way she sits, and gets up from different locations. It is harder to move here at home then it was at the hospital. Yesterday while she showered, all the grandkids played outside on the new ramps. Grandfather was the starter of course. It would have drove me nuts but it was a blessing for her to be able to bath and hear all the fun. The house is constantly moving right now. My nephews are there with my sister. The are very active 4 and 3 yr olds. They do love being at the ranch. Meanwhile my sister is quite tired all the time with the kids(including a newborn nursing) and attending to my mom's needs. I so wish that I could help out more but life is was it is. I go over on the evenings and tend to the littlest one and help out in small ways. I have been able to assist with getting paperwork processed for my parents regarding the accident. It is just so very hard when I work and have little one's that are to two different places (towns). My youngest is with me part of the week but my eldest is always with her daddy since she is in school and my spouse teachs. I am sure that she misses her grammy. I know this is hard on her.
Meanwhile......
My inlaws are slowly slowly still moving stuff out of the house. Right now the attention is on the bedroom for them. A few things have been taken here and there but no near as much as I was hoping. I know that patience is very very important regarding this matter. I want to bring in a huge dump truck and just start filling it up but I have to wait it out until they get all their share of the house goods. We have so many plans for each part that at times it gets overwhelming. On the other end of the spectrum, my spouse is in full sports mood with school. He is out usually the last part of the week and sometimes on the saturday. It keeps him hopping and very tired. I myself am a bear to deal with when I don't get my full nights and I can't imagine how he has got to be handling it.
With my adapted weekly schedule I get to see them more often at home. It has really helped me emotionally. Physically, well, I have not worked out in two weeks and I am about to go nuts. I usually workout everyday of the week at home but in the last two weeks, sleep or family has been more important to tend too. I do miss it and my body is craving it...
I still have not heard anything about a transfer to get closer to my family but I know not the plans for my life that are in store so I will take it "one day at a time, sweet Jesus, that's all that I'm askin from you".
There are so so many God moments from this entire last two weeks that I could not tell them all with out emotional interference so... just know that any prayers being lifted for my family has made an amazing and fulfilling effect. We know that if it was not for your prayers and angels, the whole thing would have been a lot harder and who knows what the outcome could have been. Please continue this act of worship to the Lord for trying times are not over and many more to come... with your prayers and kindness the world tends to be a better and brighter place. The future is bright but is a steep climb.

Until next time...

****DO YOU KNOW JESUS BECAUSE HE KNOWS YOU. God knows every hair on your head (Luke 12:6-8 NIV:Are not five sparrows sold for two pennies[a]? Yet not one of them is forgotten by God. 7Indeed, the very hairs of your head are all numbered. Don't be afraid; you are worth more than many sparrows), and he gave his only son for you John 3:16 KJV-For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.)
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Coming down the home stetch....

She will be coming home very soon. Her therapy is going really well and there is no sign of infection, just healing. She has been a bit of pain this week but we think it might be from her bones growing. With little ones at home, the same pain is found when they have growth spurts therefore we think that this might be the cause of her pain as well. She is ready to go home and get on with life. Since she can not put weight on her leg, she is learning how to perform daily tasks with the assistance of a walker and a wheelchair. Of course, she still has staples and has been to very careful with them—they are very sensitive. Yesterday was a blue day for her but she had plenty of love around her with all her grands (-children) in the room. It was utter chaos to keep the arguments to a low roar but I think it felt like home to her. We should have a better idea of when and how this week regarding her release and requirements for her injury/therapy. She is moving very well. She gets up and down out of the bed/chair as if she was using both legs. What an inspiration she is to all that she has touched through this event in her life! Thank you to so many for all your well wishes, gifts, and especially your prayers. It is actually those prayers that have kept this situation bearable and helped all see a silver lining to a brighter future. My sister is still in town to attend to my mom along with her babies, my father is working on get their home handicap friendly, and folks (including them) are burnin’ the road up between here and there. Please continue to pray for us all. Like all these types of events, the demands of life begin to call and can overwhelm strong souls.
Thanks for your time and as soon as we have any more updated, I will post...

****DO YOU KNOW JESUS BECAUSE HE KNOWS YOU. God knows every hair on your head (Luke 12:6-8 NIV:Are not five sparrows sold for two pennies[a]? Yet not one of them is forgotten by God. 7Indeed, the very hairs of your head are all numbered. Don't be afraid; you are worth more than many sparrows), and he gave his only son for you John 3:16 KJV-For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.)
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TOOK A BREAK, WENT UNDER THE KNIFE, AND BACK OUT

Well, folks... It looks like we are making some headway. My mom's second surgery went better than expected and was an easy in and out of the dr. Yesterday, an eval team came in and moved her to the rehab center in the hospital. Not only is this meaning that she is progressing but this also means that she has a private room, all her grandchildren can see her all at the same time and everyone else too during the visiting hours. Just yesterday, she was holding her newest grandson in her arms for the first time since the accident. If that is not therapy, than what is.....
My parents can attest that the reason she is healing and moving along well is because of the prayers from the saints (THANK YOU). That would be everyone that has and continues to pray for her. We know that God sent his angels into the accident not to prevent it but to be there to protect. I believe that all of those involved come out ok not because of luck or fortune but because of our Lord and Saviors hand. The drs believe that she will need to be in therapy for two weeks (up to her followup) but of course she would rather go home instead. I spoke to a very special friend yesterday and she informed me that it would be far better for her to stay there to make sure she does actually as she should... it doesn't take much to mess the whole hip up and have to replace it. She seems very greatful for her drs and prayers but of course is ready to go. That is where we are today. She is holding her own and learning how difficult it is to get around and do normal day to day activities. Please pray for her continued healing, a positive CAN DO attitude, and understanding. I will let all know when she comes home or any other updates. Thanks again for all your prayers and thoughts…


****DO YOU KNOW JESUS BECAUSE HE KNOWS YOU. God knows every hair on your head (Luke 12:6-8 NIV:Are not five sparrows sold for two pennies[a]? Yet not one of them is forgotten by God. 7Indeed, the very hairs of your head are all numbered. Don't be afraid; you are worth more than many sparrows), and he gave his only son for you John 3:16 KJV-For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.)
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PLEASE PRAY!!!!

Friday evening I got a very shaky phone call from my dad.

"Honey, we've been in an accident. Momma's hurt pretty bad but Im ok.. We are going to be airlifed to a hospital because they fear she is hemorrhaging in her right leg."

Shock, fear, knowledgement, confusion, worry... but most of all... praise for they were alive. A young lady driving an SUV unattentively turned across 70 mile an hour traffic to access a country road. The first truck steered for the barditch to avoid contact while my dad had no where to go. They impatched them on the passenger side front and my parents on the whole front of the truck. Due to airbags in the suv, both the driver and passenger walked away. My dad wrapped the steering wheel around the steering column but sustained no injury. My mom on the other hands could not move. She was not penned in the vehicle, her lower body would not move. My parents were in a 90s truck with no airbags. If it were not for the seatbelts, I could have lost them both.

Damage results after many tests: broken right hip and socket (top of femur). First surgery was on her hip and lasted for 6 hours. The surgeon was not pleased with the result but did his best. Second surgery(in as I type this) will be to repair the socket and upper femur.

Many family members and friends have come by to see my mom as well as a huge out pour of prayers and aides offered. How some people make it through something like this with out the Lord or all our family/friends, is beyond me. Her attitude even coming our from under the knife was very positive and remains to holds its ground. Saturda night was a hard one from pain to fever to fitful sleep. Sunday when I left them, she was in no pain. During the day she had moved herself into a chair (once approved by staff nurse) and had later walked around her bed with the assistance of the PT and a walker. That one specific event has changed the gloominess to the possible for my dad and many others. Drs say this will be a long process and that she may still require a total hip replacement (not encourage due to her young age of 40 something) and even more surgeries.

My sister (with the help of aunts) has been there and still there through it all. She is a stay at home mom which allows her to stay as long as needed with my mom but she has a 2 month old boy who is breastfeeding with her. Hospitals and children issues are not absent from this matter. I know that it has to be hard for her as well as my nephew. He has been absolutely an amazing child through this all. Praise the Lord for close family who has been watching our babies while we went and attended to my parents.

Please lift this whole family, friends, patient, and situation. Thank you for your time and hope you will see the Lord in this all. He reigned forever!!!


****DO YOU KNOW JESUS BECAUSE HE KNOWS YOU. God knows every hair on your head (Luke 12:6-8 NIV:Are not five sparrows sold for two pennies[a]? Yet not one of them is forgotten by God. 7Indeed, the very hairs of your head are all numbered. Don't be afraid; you are worth more than many sparrows), and he gave his only son for you John 3:16 KJV-For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.)
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Oh Baby!!!

Everywhere I look it seems some lady is expecting or just given birth. I am thankful to God for those blessings of new beginnings and doubly gratefully that I have my two with no plans for more. When I see a little one, I just want to pick them up and soak up that amazin miracle. They just amaze me... How we start out so small and dependent. Then they growup to carry on the cycle of life, too. I gladly give them back but I like my turn too.

I have yet to meet my newest member of my family but my longings will be satisfied before to long I am sure. Introducing my new nephew!!!


WHAT A CUTEY!!!!
After a much shorter than her prior kids but still and always painfull labor, my sis brought her 7lb 7oz 20" long baby boy into the world Friday, 22nd of January. My sis' bday was the 25th and she told me that the greatest gift was having him in her arms and not her belly. My youngest son happen to have fallen right before my big day as well. The simularity in our children and life are quit interesting. My oldest is so much like my sister (when she was a little girl)at times I swear God is punishing me for being so mean and for mistreating her all those years. Her newest addition favors his Aunt and Grammy.. Dark hair and dark eyes... My youngest and her middle seem to have the quarkiest attitudes. Mine is some what more agreesive but they both definitely have a personality of their own. They can be very funny. Both of our Hubbys are coaches and teach science at the same grade levels but are worlds apart.

I am so greatful for the blessings in my life-TRULY! Although I am still seperated from my family, and "running for the border" often then not, I have much to be thankful about. I have been working out as well and managed to keep at it for some time now. God has helped me lose about 6lbs or so and I can't wait to lose more. I gotten to were I greatly enjoy the time and when it's with my SISTAS, it is double my pleasure. The little childrens choir has been going nicely. I and them are beginning to understand each other. They are learning a great deal and we are having a great time doing it.

Well now on to the future thoughts and dates. Many events and things loom on the horizon of this year but I am doing my best to live life to the fullest each week. While I have been away from my family, I have altered my daily schedule to reflect the needs and responsiblities of our situation. Granted my spouse still carries on with the most important of all, our CHILDREN, but I too have my own. Support from our family and friends has kept us going and the Lord keeps us strong. Thank you to all those that continue to pray for us!!! The strength of prayers goes a long ways... I have learned this month of many that are going thru hard times, from Cancer to early/undeveloped pregnancies!!! These situation continue to remind me that there is always someone worst off then me and all we can do it pray for them and thank God for our blessings and fortune. Continue to encourage each other in life and bring a smile even in the hardest of times. Laughter can bring joy and God proved the moment... Have you thanked Him today?!?!

****DO YOU KNOW JESUS BECAUSE HE KNOWS YOU. God knows every hair on your head (Luke 12:6-8 NIV:Are not five sparrows sold for two pennies[a]? Yet not one of them is forgotten by God. 7Indeed, the very hairs of your head are all numbered. Don't be afraid; you are worth more than many sparrows), and he gave his only son for you John 3:16 KJV-For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.)
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Look whats coming to SAN ANTONIO, TX!!!!

I WENT WITH MY GIRLFRIENDS LAST TIME IT WAS HERE AND CAME AWAY RENEWED AND REFRESHED WITH TOOLS. IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN GOING... AND WOULD LIKE TO SEAT TOGETHER: LEAVE ME A COMMENT.
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YOU WON'T BE DISSAPPOINTED ... IT IS WORTH IT ALL... MAKE PLANS NOW TO ATTEND


****DO YOU KNOW JESUS BECAUSE HE KNOWS YOU. God knows every hair on your head (Luke 12:6-8 NIV:Are not five sparrows sold for two pennies[a]? Yet not one of them is forgotten by God. 7Indeed, the very hairs of your head are all numbered. Don't be afraid; you are worth more than many sparrows), and he gave his only son for you John 3:16 KJV-For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.)
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Speeding to the new year

I hope alls Thanksgiving was good and memories were made. We spent ours out of our traditional role and went to friends instead of them coming here. We got a chance to meet a few of their friends, hangout with them at their abode, and just chill. It was a good change for sure. They have two large dogs and we have two small kids so they each wore each other out by the time we headed out. This past weekend, I took part of a christmas drama/musical at our church. It was absolutely wonderful... I wish all could have seen it. What a wonderful message it gave in this world of chaos. The actors/actresses were amazing and the music was bunches of fun to sing. So what are the plans for the rest of the year? Not to spend too much, eat right, and exercise. So how about you?! What are your plans and what has been happening...?
I am still where I have been since the 4th and have not gotten word as to when or where I will be able to get back under the same roof as of my family. Please keep us in your prayers... well, until laters...

****DO YOU KNOW JESUS BECAUSE HE KNOWS YOU. God knows every hair on your head (Luke 12:6-8 NIV:Are not five sparrows sold for two pennies[a]? Yet not one of them is forgotten by God. 7Indeed, the very hairs of your head are all numbered. Don't be afraid; you are worth more than many sparrows), and he gave his only son for you John 3:16 KJV-For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.)
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Fight for Preemie

It all begin in a bond of love for each other, that a beautiful gift from God would enter their lives. The gift was just that, a little gift. The little one was coming early and the doctor could not be reached at the local hospital. From there, they traveled on to a bigger more advanced hospital. The baby was born and whisked away without a glimspe to the parents. The parents soon would learn that they were parents of a very small baby girl. She weighted in at 3lbs 5oz and was born with a defect that needed to be handled immediately. If she would have been any earlier or born at the local hospital she would not have made it. She was in the hospital for three months following the birth and intensive surgery. You see she was born with a defect called Gastroschisis. In 1979this was not a common defect and the advances in technology were not there. The Doctor of deliver assumed that she would always have gastro (stomach) issues and that she might not live that long with the complications this contained. For months, anytime she cried or laughed after drinking milk would squirt from the holes that were healing from all the feed tubes uses to keep the baby strong and healthy. To this day, she has carried and delivered two very healthy and normal children and has one of the strongest stomachs a person can have. It has never restricted her in sports or activities... and she loved to show off her belly that had no belly button.
She still does to a few special and close friends. She favorite song is the Belly Button song by the Veggie Tales. YouTube video of songI am Texose and this is my birthstory.

Somewhere out there is a preemie that may not survive. In the early 1900s many did not make it because they require such love, care, and advanced medical care. Please help us get the awareness out as they are fighting everyday... for life...

"We need to fight ― because babies shouldn’t have to" --BloggersUnite.org

****DO YOU KNOW JESUS BECAUSE HE KNOWS YOU. God knows every hair on your head (Luke 12:6-8 NIV:Are not five sparrows sold for two pennies[a]? Yet not one of them is forgotten by God. 7Indeed, the very hairs of your head are all numbered. Don't be afraid; you are worth more than many sparrows), and he gave his only son for you John 3:16 KJV-For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.)
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pick up in autumn and here comes winter

I can't help being late... What do you mean that I need to set up safeguards?
You can't help me or solve this overnight my friend? I am trying but it is not working...

The time in between my last post and this one has been both humbling, and attacking to my spirit and physical condition. I have been having the darn est time trying to go to sleep at a good hour for a full nights rest. Usually when I sleep it is straight thru with no dreams to recall unless I wake in the morning in one. After being called into my bosses office again and again and a threat of discipline paperwork, I finally concluded that I needed to get help. My nights were 4 to 5 hours long with numerous interruptions from nightmares and noises which never let me get to my full rest cycle. Every morning was a struggle to rise... with 3 alarms set in different places and times, I still could not get out of bed on time much less to work. I made a desperate call to my physician for some sleep assistance and an increase in my current mood meds. Well, it has been about a week... and what a difference a small pill the size of a benadryl can make for me. It takes about 30 minutes for it to kick in but when it does, out go the lights. No more nightmares, and noises are waking me through the night. I still wake from time to time to go to the Lou but much better. The only down fall at this point it that if you don't get a full 8 hours of sleep, you wake refreshed but still abit groggy. Timing is everything with this stuff.
My spouse's run of the 1/2 marathon went great. While I was trying to get the kids up and packed he ran and finished it. He called and asked were I was even... I felt so bad... He finished in the same position as last year too. His next marathon will be in a few weeks. I keeps telling me that he doesn't know if you is ready... I call him on it... every time... I know he is ready and will do a great job...
Our ladies retreat went great, and our fall festival was fun. the turnout was not the greatest but we still had guests. It was a windy one of a day but it did not stop the fun. My eldest dressed in a authentic cheerleader costume with real pom pons and bells in her hair and shoes. She was so cute... My youngest was bumblebee and still continues to wear the mask when he is in the vehicle. He is so funny. Looking at the bodysuit it looked too big, but he had no problem filling it. I myself was a blue ladybug princess. If I get the photos loaded I will post them soon.

Well, that is about it in my neck of the woods. I better go for now... short sweet and to the point... until the temperature here drops lower.... I'll compose again!!!



****DO YOU KNOW JESUS BECAUSE HE KNOWS YOU. God knows every hair on your head (Luke 12:6-8 NIV:Are not five sparrows sold for two pennies[a]? Yet not one of them is forgotten by God. 7Indeed, the very hairs of your head are all numbered. Don't be afraid; you are worth more than many sparrows), and he gave his only son for you John 3:16 KJV-For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.)
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Autumn/Fall update

Hello to all... including myself...
Where to start on life?! Well, from where I left off I guess.
Let's start with my family.
My Hubby has been very very busy with Cross country almost every weekend since school started and has been running like a mad man. I truly believe that He has a life long dream of running a full marathon someday. He has been training with the schools cross county team. He is their coach and runs with them. It is so funny when he tells me all the stories of out running all of them and then he rubs in the fact that he is double their ages and beating them... Then just for extra measures, he calls me while he is running with them. Not only does that drive them crazy, it does me too. I am not in any shape to do that when I am exercising. I can't usually hold conversations when I am in the middle of it. He is crazy. He ran a 1/2 Marathon last year and finished 4th in his age group of about 40 runners. He is just so amazing and crazy. He is like skin and bones and hardly eats anything. Oh well, I am not like that and don't have that drive for that...so you go baby... ;)
My children are well. My youngest just turned 4 and he is getting so tall. Last time we weighed both of our children, he was 10 lbs heavier than our oldest and about an inch shorter. Mind you, our oldest is 7 and is very petite for her age. He is growing with leaps and bounds. His communicating is getting much better and he is amazing what knowledge he has (common sense.)His desire for machinery continue to be a focus and he wants to be his sis's best friend... They are amazing how they are growing into God's amazing children. My eldest is now in 2nd grade and has such a desire to read and do word searches right now. I asked her the other day if school was hard this year and she told me, "Nah... its fun." How encouraging that is to hear as a parent. She is still enthralled with horses and goes wild when ever there is one around be it real or a toy. She tends to be very sensitive to life in general. You can just look at her wrong or say something a bit harsh to get her attention, and the water works start. I was the same way all my life but I had no idea how it would affect others around me. Now I know. I am working on her to toughen up a bit but don't want her to lose that sensitivity to life. Its part of a pure heart that I would love to help nature it to maturity someday. She is amazing in knowledge and is like a sponge. She is very caring and tends to show kindness to others apart from her brother... which most siblings do to each other. She is even wanted to run with her daddy now which is great. I hope that she continues that desire.
Our parents (grandparents) are doing alright. My parents have been dealing with illness lately and hopefully are getting over the mess. They are always do and go these days. No wonder they are sick, they don't ever stop to take care of themselves. My mom is pursuing her Doctorate while my dad is working as hard as a 20yr old at a ripe age. They just continue to amaze me. However I get to see them at their ache moments, and it reminds me that we are human and suffer. My in laws are in the process of building a home, running the ranching business, visiting my sis and bro in laws about 4 hours away often, all while watching my youngest during the day. WOW... I am just surrounded by greatness. My sis is expecting her third and is in her 2 trimester. They are well and her little boys are so precious. They are so smart and unique with a bit of humor mixed in.
Now on to me.... Well, I am still working and living part of the time in our old place from my family. I am here until I get a transfer or another job closer to my family. It is so hard to be apart from them. I get to see them on Wednesday at church and then on the weekends but needless to say, that sometimes is harder to handle simply because I have to say bye... I recently got a new boss here and he seems to be a nice fit. Change can be a real struggle when the personality is so different but this boss is just right. I am having to learn to embrace changes daily. During the week, I teach a preschool choir at church throughout the school season which you can imagine is a major challenge that I could never do if it was not for Jesus. This week is especially busy. Since last Friday I have been creating posters for my nephews in glow in the dark for their bdAYS this year. I just finished them... they look awesome... ;-) I volunteered to do the music for our ladies retreat that is this Friday and Saturday so I have been getting our music prepared for the last two weeks. Saturday I will leave the retreat early to drive 5 hours with my family to cheer my spouse and co-worker on in a 1/2 marathon. It is the same one he did last year but this year thought he would try a relay. I would not miss it for the world. Next weekend at church, we are hosting a free fall festival and I will be doing the face painting for that and helping setup. Did I mention that my spouse will be on a school event that weekend? I so love my church family... they are always willing to help me out even to watch my youngest...

I may be apart from my family but as you have read I am always up to something. In the in between time of work and life, I go to the gym and workout when I can, attend monthly Bunco, and weekly bible study, which are both out of town when I can. Please keep us in your prayers. Even though I may get to be with my family soon (praying), I will continue most of these activities. Needless to say, prayer will provide what is needed. Energy, comfort, and peace of mind would be great... for some reason getting to bed at a decent hour has been unattainable lately...

****DO YOU KNOW JESUS BECAUSE HE KNOWS YOU. God knows every hair on your head (Luke 12:6-8 NIV:Are not five sparrows sold for two pennies[a]? Yet not one of them is forgotten by God. 7Indeed, the very hairs of your head are all numbered. Don't be afraid; you are worth more than many sparrows), and he gave his only son for you John 3:16 KJV-For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.)
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frustration

Have you ever had one of those days when all seems to fall apart around you and you really really wonder why you even got out of bed that day... Well... I am having one of those.....

I am not going to give details as to what happened but I can tell you that I feel under attack in my own little life. I am having feelings that I am not wanted or accepted or even trusted at my place of work. It seems to me that I am being watched under a microscope and can't breathe with out being monitored. As no time in my entire life have I even been treated as if I could not be trusted. I don't enjoy being in the light for all to see. I just want to do my job without attention...positive or negative. I have always done my job to the best of my abilities and I thought without any or a small bit of supervisorion. I am very proud of this trait.

As I type, I weep. I want to go home and hide from the world. I hate feeling or thinking that my core values of being honest and trustworth are being questioned. I hurt from the sting. I yearn, I crave, and I desire confirmation that Im those things to which I should be as a christian and a loyal employee. I take pride in those things. I am exhausted from trying to figure out what this one person wants and why he seems to be watching me like a hawk. I can't seem to do anything right for him and he is always looking for my mistakes. Guess what, I am human and will make mistakes...
I feel as though I have failed my God, my family, and my job. It would be so easy to simply walk out and never come back but that is what the evil one desires. I will not give into His wants. It would be so much easier to give in to the depression but I will rise from this and give God all the glory in my life for what he has done and will also do for me. I may be hyper sensitive to my emotions right now because I am alone most of the time. With my family in another town, I reside by myself in an empty place. At work, the only other female has been moved to another office. I am lonely for sure....
I know that I am never alone but there are times when I allow doubt and despair to grip my soul and it takes a miracle to shake it loose. Who knew that the lack of my family and being in an office alone, would be so emotionally and physical stressing.

Please pray for me to have spiritual strength and to learn to seek confirmation from our Lord and Saviour. Just expecting them to do that, you are expecting them to fail. Humans and things are not capible of true satification and only the Lord can filfull your deeped desire and needs.


Psalms 138:8--
The LORD will fulfill his purpose for me; your love, O LORD, endures forever—
do not abandon the works of your hands.

2 Thessalonians 1:11-12--
11With this in mind, we constantly pray for you, that our God may count you worthy of his calling, and that by his power he may fulfill every good purpose of yours and every act prompted by your faith. 12We pray this so that the name of our Lord Jesus may be glorified in you, and you in him, according to the grace of our God and the Lord Jesus Christ.[a]

Psalm 145:19--
19 He fulfills the desires of those who fear him; he hears their cry and saves them.


Thank you God for your support through scriptures in your holy words and all your love being given to me via the Holy spirit. I am in a hard place right now physically for it is not where I want to be. I know that God has a plan for my life and it is not in my timing. Please lift my whole family in prayer. Please pray that the Lord's will and plan will be fulfilled in our lives. I pray we will seek his face and see what he desires for our lives.







****DO YOU KNOW JESUS BECAUSE HE KNOWS YOU. God knows every hair on your head (Luke 12:6-8 NIV:Are not five sparrows sold for two pennies[a]? Yet not one of them is forgotten by God. 7Indeed, the very hairs of your head are all numbered. Don't be afraid; you are worth more than many sparrows), and he gave his only son for you John 3:16 KJV-For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.)
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Life in the three digit heat

My my my... where to start.....
Just when life was busy now it is getting busy and insane.... I am still in our old place while my kids and hubby are in the new. Since my last post, things have definitely been interesting... last week I got a call that my youngest decided to slide down the bannister. The start was good but the end was not... Just when you turn to do something... for one second.. something happens... in that time frame he decided to slide down the bannister with a crash finish near the bottom on his face... My mom in law return to a blood curling scream from a child that had a mouth full of blood. What could have happened in that time frame...? After some brief inquiry she discovered his adventurous fall and concluded that he had bit the side of his tongue badly... There really was nothing to do but give him a popscicle and tynenol for the pain... I can't imagine how scarry that had to be. Thank goodness that has been it for the most part... My inlaws are gearing up for my sisinlaws wedding this coming weekend... Its crazy around there right now. My spouse is also a coach on top of being a teacher in our new location and two a days started this week as well. It seems to be a mad house there... Last weekend we went to the big city to do some things that were needed for this event with both my littles in tow. It was a long day with them and all that had to be done. In all the rushing about, my bank card was lost or feared stolen. At one time, my youngest was into my wallet so I don't know if maybe that is what happened to it or what.... I cancelled it as soon as I noticed it was gone... Thank goodness I did.... I called the bank the next business day and they said that there was not unknown transactions on it... THANK YOU JESUS!!!
While my inlaws are going like crazy this week, I am working on a song for the wedding, trying to get a high maintenance manual completed as a gag for the bride and groom from her brother and dad, continually searching for a closer job, and all while I am at work on breaks. I am keeping busy... I have been in town everyday so far this week. Town is 30 minutes one way for me. Monday was our monthly ladies night, Tuesday was my dear friends send off dinner ;(, tonight is church, tomorrow is a Bachlor/Bachlorette party...don't know if I want to go or not, Friday is the rehearsal, then Saturday I have an annual ladies call to prayer meeting that morning, salon appointment at noon, and the wedding that evening. I can't wait until this is all done so that we can find out what normal was like.... I say that but we still don't know at this point. My family will all be starting school soon and here I am... just hanging loose... For the first week or so, it was nice to be able to sit back and do nothing if I wanted to... now it is getting really lonely and I don't have a desire to do anything but be with my family. I have sewn, cooked, cleaned, and even ventured to visit with my parents to occupy my time.. but one can only do so much of those... Don't get me wrong, I have enjoyed the break. I am sure that you are thinking... is she crazy... no, it really begins to wear on your emotions when all you have known for for so long is mom or wife... I am lucky that I get to see them on wednesday nights at church ... it gets harder and harder every week to leave them when I go to stay with them...
Well, so you are updated and I am sure you are tired of all my messes in life... hehehehehe....
I hope you enjoyed this view into my life in the three digit heat?!... check back for updates... and please pray for me be able to join my family soon... Have blessed day and my God guard and protect yah and your crews...hehehehehe

****DO YOU KNOW JESUS BECAUSE HE KNOWS YOU. God knows every hair on your head (Luke 12:6-8 NIV:Are not five sparrows sold for two pennies[a]? Yet not one of them is forgotten by God. 7Indeed, the very hairs of your head are all numbered. Don't be afraid; you are worth more than many sparrows), and he gave his only son for you John 3:16 KJV-For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.)
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Not so grand... vehicle repairs...

Well, what we thought would be handled by the extended plan will not be....
The vehicle is still under warranty but they can't just send the part back since they are damaged. The Plan will not pay for the repair because it was an accident and that it is still under warranty. After a long long discussion with our auto insurance, they hold us liable. Unless there would have been bad weather, been an animal darting into the road, or a tree falling on the car... they would have covered the expense... so now we will have to pay a big deductible on it and the auto insurance will pick up anything over the deductible. I am sure that you can understand my grand disappoint when I got through with this yesterday. Like most deductibles, it will not a low easy number. With us moving and being here and there right now, this is going to be a hard month for us. This is not the first nor will be the last but writing about it makes it easier to bear.... ya know....

Summer is starting to come to a close. As the days begin to get shorter, the evenings are getting more bearable to be out and about. Mornings are nice but I love the evenings. I could spend the entire time outside in the evenings reading a good book, watching nature and my babies play.

Cokking on the grill in the evenings is pretty nice.... The breezes have been not so so hot lately so that adds to the coolness of the evening.

Part of my evenings, I have been going to the gym. I started in late April and am loving it. I usually run on the elliptical for some time, then close out my work out with about 7 to 12 weight machines and core workouts. I have lost inches but nothing big just yet but hopefully I will be able to continue. It is a great outlet for my stress and blues that I get on a daily basis. Some days I just get on there to go while on others I get on there to push my body as hard as it will do for as long as I can stand. With us moved to a different place from were I work, I am still able to work out for now. When I have to relocation to my new work location, I don't know what I am going to do.I guess time will only tell. My spouse is a marathoner but I am not build for all that running so I have to lift weights and keep doing what I do to keep dropping the excess. Wish me luck.....


****DO YOU KNOW JESUS BECAUSE HE KNOWS YOU. God knows every hair on your head (Luke 12:6-8 NIV:Are not five sparrows sold for two pennies[a]? Yet not one of them is forgotten by God. 7Indeed, the very hairs of your head are all numbered. Don't be afraid; you are worth more than many sparrows), and he gave his only son for you John 3:16 KJV-For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.)
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Tonka VS. Ram

Who would have ever imaged that this little metal toy truck could totally disable a big full size Cummings diesel dodge ram!!!!!VS WORDS OF WISDOM:
NEVER LEAVE YOUR CHILDREN'S TOYS IN THE DRIVEWAY!

Well, it can and it did. We were pulling up to the house and this truck just happen to be sitting there. The big little truck held its ground and did it in. Some how the toy truck got upended underneath the radiator of the big truck creating a sizable bend in the pan side of the radiator. This trauma caused an electrical cord connected to engine get caught up in the engine fan therefore caused it to tear apart and damage the fan as well. By the time we were able to get the little truck out from under the big truck, the radiator had completely drained of all it fluid. Needless to say, there it sat until we got it towed to a mx shop. Once one sees and smells radiator fluid means oh no and don't turn the engine on.

We are so thankful that we have an extended service warranty with this truck because the cost to repair is not going to be low. Radiators are expensive to replace not to mention being a diesel makes it that more expensive. They are great engines, but when they break it may break the bank to get them back in working condition.

Needless to say, for the first time in my little one live's they saw their mom completely lose it... I was not mad at all, I just fell apart into inconsolable sobs. Oh did I mention that it was just me and the kids in the truck and no one was home when it happened. I hope my babies never see that part of me again. My oldest of 7yrs was loving on me and telling me it would be alright, my youngest of 3yrs was sobbing because mom was, and I was telling myself over and over again that I had broken daddy's new toy and he would be so mad at me.... talk about blowing the emotional side of life way way out of line. This was yesterday....

After calling my spouse and explaining the situation, I was able to S-L-O-W-L-Y decompose from the stress of the moment. I was so thankful that he understood. He told me that he had meant on many occasions to move the toy but never did. Well the little truck has been relocated to another part of our residence where nothing drivable could be harmed again. My son was so upset when he saw that his toy truck was bend up a little and had a cut in one of the tires....forget the big truck that gets us to place to place...hehehehehehe

All is well in the world now and everyone seems to understand and marvel at the strength of a toy... they truly don't make them like that anymore... I am kinda glad....who knows what else they might damage if they were all this strong...


****DO YOU KNOW JESUS BECAUSE HE KNOWS YOU. God knows every hair on your head (Luke 12:6-8 NIV:Are not five sparrows sold for two pennies[a]? Yet not one of them is forgotten by God. 7Indeed, the very hairs of your head are all numbered. Don't be afraid; you are worth more than many sparrows), and he gave his only son for you John 3:16 KJV-For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.)
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The BIG M-O-V-E has finally come....

Well, as some may have already known, we have been trying to get back to our first home for some time where my hubby's parents reside on a ranch. Well, after many years of the Lord preparing all of us that are involved: it is here. My spouse and I have been really praying about this for the last year and have seen in the past many many doors ajar but then close. We were very excited when one of these finally stuck open and invited us in... Just a bit at a time...

We have been given the honor to reside with his parents in their large house. We did this when we come back from my time in service and it was a great situation. We are looking forward to the future plans of life. Once they are able to establish their new residence, they have graciously choose to gift their current abode to my family. We have dreamed about this house for a long time. It is an absoluting amazing home with so many memories/heritage. I am learning what it means to do a gradual move since we are combining with his parents. There just is no room for all our stuff or need at this time. If you know me at all, you know that I don't do limbo land well. Everytime that we have moved, I have had the whole house packed and sealed with in two weeks of our departure and this time we can't take it all with us. This is a learning process for me.

My Hubby has gotten a teaching job there therefore the kids will also be attending there too. I on the other hand am still in my place of comfort, where I have been since 2005. I love this place but as a family unit, as a whole, this just will not work anymore for us. As relucant as I am, I have prayfully decided to inquire as to closer current employer locations to our new residence. Unforunatly the idea location is not available right now so I would have to consider another location that would still require a commute. Either way I look at it, I would have to commute everyday for my pay check at this time so... wish me luck and send me forward with prayers. I seriously do not like being away from my kids and really miss my true love. We did this at one time last year, it was one the hardest times for us. I pray that where ever I am put, the Lord will supply for my family needs and encourage my faith walk. Last time I was in that location, my faith walk was pretty damaged and the light was dimming because I was not a strong as I needed to be. I pray that I am what the Lord needs me to be this time... I will need to put on the Armor everyday (as I should be anyways no matter were I am, right.?!).

I know that my parents will miss us as well. We have lived within 100 ft of them since I started at my current location. Being able to see the children in school, and out in the yard was one of my mom's treasures and now that treasure will soon be a memory. We will make a special effort to come and visit as often as possible but the sadness and lack of their laughter and joy will be one hard to bear. I know that I miss them greatly when they are there and I am here. I am sure that it will be hard for them both.

Our home will stay in its resting spot for now until we are able to move all our belongings to our new location. After that, we would like to move it and sell it.
If we clear the debt on it, any thing left would go to the his parents regardless if they don't want it. They will have plenty of time to think on it however because it will be a long while before they are able to move into their new home. They will be buying a home while we will not be so therefore it is only right that they would profit from the sale of our home....

The kids are very excited at this point. They really like their beds being at Papa and Memaw's and getting to watch movies in their room. At this time, they share a room as well as the TV... My eldest will either learn to LOVE dinosaurs or hate them... only time will tell. We have taken residence upstairs which is a very nice setup. It even has a full bath so the only thing we would need below would be food and a way to leave the house.

All our clothes except for a few for the old house, have been moved, along with every toy that they own.. inside and out... . Our family pets will be going there this week. That would include a basset hound, a corgi, sand dollar turtle, and two two month old kittens. The turtle and kittens will live inside, I think, while the dogs will remain outside with his parents other dogs.

Our summer has been very full and now we throw in a move. We had our VBS last month, had 140 kids on average everyday(which is huge and the largest we have even had), and had many commit their lives to Jesus. I did the music this year and lost probably about 5 lbs from all the sweating and jumping I did. Our A/C did not work two of the days including the night of the closure. I never should have gone home and taken a shower that night.. it was pointless...oh but it was such a good time.

We also went to a commerical theme park for a few days and it was big fun. We spent time in the water park area, and a large amount of time in the kid sized rides. What a great time! Then of course you throw in a few trips to the musuem, then to see my sis in law, and there is so much more to come. My sis in law will be getting married in August so we are also gearing up for that.. then comes the holidays...

Well... now that I have bored everyone to tears, I will end this essay of life. I know that I have not be updating as often as I should be but I will try to do better.

Until then, my your lives be full of God's fruitful blessings and grace.
As the Ladybug flies, so do I.... ;-)



****DO YOU KNOW JESUS BECAUSE HE KNOWS YOU. God knows every hair on your head (Luke 12:6-8 NIV:Are not five sparrows sold for two pennies[a]? Yet not one of them is forgotten by God. 7Indeed, the very hairs of your head are all numbered. Don't be afraid; you are worth more than many sparrows), and he gave his only son for you John 3:16 KJV-For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.)
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PICTURES...hehehehe

These are my little singers from our GENSIS CHOIR... We are crafting... which they love


My babby----Suz (I just love the names Suzanne)She is about 7years old now....WOW


She got this at a festival... it was amazing to watch this be done... I am now attempting to did this as a side hobby..not as good but with time... who knows.


My Father in law cuts/carves this out of Texas Lime/flagstone that is found on this ranch. This one requires at least two people to move it but they are amazing.. .not a one is the same and now he is doing crosses, stars, and more texases in different sizes... you just got to see to appreciate.


Dad and son enjoying each others company so much that they fell asleep... I just happen to have my camera after I ran about the house looking for it in all the strange places... no the less, it was worth it... the King and prince of our family ;)



Supergirl from this Halloween (my girl)


Could not get the toy gun away from him, so he was a hunter. His teacher said that he was shooting every creature that was SCARRY.... he is such a ham and a hoot...


Me in all my Halloween glory... can you imagine seeing this crazy lady coming down the hall? I also had on a huge full skirt out of the fabric on my hat with a electric blue squaredancing pedicoat under neath, followed with sparkly black and silver leggens and ankle high black heeled boots. What about an upclose and personal encouter while she paints your face. The kids got a real kick out of it as well as my co-workers. They really liked the hair...it was my personal favorite too....Who knows what I will be next year... I got about 3 others I have worn before so....we'll see.

These are just a few of the millions of photo of my life but I thought these would be good to share... ENJOY!

****DO YOU KNOW JESUS BECAUSE HE KNOWS YOU. God knows every hair on your head (Luke 12:6-8 NIV:Are not five sparrows sold for two pennies[a]? Yet not one of them is forgotten by God. 7Indeed, the very hairs of your head are all numbered. Don't be afraid; you are worth more than many sparrows), and he gave his only son for you John 3:16 KJV-For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.)
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SPRING is coming... where are the flowers?!

Life has been getting along....still no rain but in God's time. This week was very enriching for me. We had the privilege of having David Burk come to our church and do our spring revival. He really put my focus back in place and helped me find my groove in life. IT IS ALL ABOUT RELATIONSHIPS ON THIS EARTH.....GOD DOES NOT NEED ME TO DO HIS WORK (HE CAN DO IT WITH OR WITH ME) BUT HE DESIRES FOR ME TO HAVE A INTAMITE RELATIONSHIP WITH HIM SO THAT HE CAN WORK THROUGH ME TO BRING HIM GLORY....David will be going to Afghan country in a few weeks then on to Kenya to help finish a church so please be in pray for him and his family.

Please pray for Wes James who was suppose to come bring the music for our revival. He fell out of a tree the day before he was to come and got injuried badly. Apparently they have found out that he has cracked every vertabrate in his back and as well as broken every rib. He is in extensive back pain. It is truly a miracle that he is alive. He literally died for about 2 minutes before his son brought him back. Lord willing we will get an updated on his condition soon.

As for as our family, life is getting on.... It is hard to believe that the school year is coming to a close very soon and that we still have not had any measurable rain here. Still as dry and getting hot as it usually does in our neck of the woods.
My eldest is shooting up like bambo and does not show any sign of leveling out. We keep busy between homework, church, and play. Did I mention that there is a birthday around the corner and someone's imagination is running wild as to who they want there and where it will be. Reading is one of their favorite things to do right now... WOW God is creating such an amazing individual.

My youngest is stretching out and trying our limits daily. Nothing like trying to teach a little one basic life lessons (discipline) while trying to teach them to write, recongize colors/shapes, and talk...hehehehehehehe! After two visit to the OFFICE and major discipline actionss, I know as a mom I need a massage and more chocolate than usual. Talk about stressing out over disappointments but we can't do everything for them, and they have to learn no matter how hard it hurts you and them...(Memories flow in about this time... and wow... was I really like that...yep)

My Hub is working like a mad man. With track season in full swing, school fitness program in season, and teaching, it is promising to be a very very busy spring for him and us. School is school and is what you make of it. He is learning first hand what it is like to teach and direct tweens into being responsible and sound minded adults. No thank you. He comes home so tired that it is crazy. I am still teach my 4 and 5 year old music and that is a really challenge keeping them focused. (I am sure you can imagine that my home is suffering... YIKES!!!!)

Work gets busy this time of year for me. Not only in work flow (jane of all trades), but as well as my volunteering means. I am apart of a non-profit that offers scholarships, community support, and support to our personnel in financial and life changing events. We have a huge event in May that has numerous sports tournaments throughout the day and dinner/dance to close it out. I am an officer and as an officer we also put together several other events through the year to raise the funds. It can be very very overwhelming and very frustrating at times, but it is all worth it to know that we have made a better place by giving our time and care towards others. Being able to be apart of this, the community relay for life, our church family, and my family's life is what this life is all about. I would have never imagined myself in this place and situation, but I would never take it back. You bet I would do it again and hopefully with a more servant heart.
God has blessed me with some amazing gifts such as my family and friends. It don't get much better.

As a mom I struggle to make sure that my babies get their devotional time from me, and discipline... it is not an easy life but I know that with the Lord's help I can do it....
As a wife, I am a slacker but thank goodness my hubby is understanding.... as a daughter and sister I try to keep in contact with my family and offer support...and as a employee I have got to learn to apply myself better. FOCUS ON ONE THING AT A TIME!!!!

YOU KNOW WHAT THOUGH:
I can't do anything of these things perfectly or even remotely close if it wasn't for the LORD. The LORD fills those holes and gives me love even when I feel un-loved.....

Thanks for your listening hearts and know that I treasure your kindness and support. I just get in those poor me moments and rub it all over and then realize that I can rise out of this.... HELLO... it is only muck that the LORD will remove if I would just be still and know.....


I hope that you have a fab day and week and know that the Lord loves you greatly and desires to know you more.... May you find the desire of the Lord in your hearts and long for the love too....





****DO YOU KNOW JESUS BECAUSE HE KNOWS YOU. God knows every hair on your head (Luke 12:6-8 NIV:Are not five sparrows sold for two pennies[a]? Yet not one of them is forgotten by God. 7Indeed, the very hairs of your head are all numbered. Don't be afraid; you are worth more than many sparrows), and he gave his only son for you John 3:16 KJV-For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.)
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