Okay, here is a post...
School is out, which you think would give me more time to blog, right...wrong. These are my plans for the next two weeks minus family Christmas (which I have 5).
1. clean out the cabinets in the kitchen and bathrooms. I have so many half used products and they are all just piled on top of each other - I really need to get this done.
2. reorganize the kids playroom shelves and bedrooms to fit all the new bigger toys they are going to get - doll house and train and table.
3. finish reading the book I have to use as a reference to teach at ladies bible study in May. Then of course write it.
4. Lesson plans for January.
5. The one that I really need to focus on (a laptop would be so helpful on this one because doing it in the office brings the kids in there and you know how kids have to investigate everything). I am writing a book and I have gotten it at least half written on paper but I need to organize it and finish soon so I can put it in the computer get it out and published. The Lord has really pressed this upon me and I realized that when I was younger I did have a desire to write. And with all the teaching that the Lord has shown me and the desire to feed others, I realize this is a gift the Lord has bestowed upon me to carry out. I have not really come out and told anyone this (I just told Cody the other day) but I truly believe this is one of the things I am called to do.
So believe with me for the wisdom, guidance and direction of the Holy Spirit to speak through me and for the funds to get this book published.
I love you all and have a blessed Christmas and a prosperous New Year!
Thursday, December 20, 2007
Wednesday, November 21, 2007
Thanksgiving
I am so thankful! The Lord is so good, I just have to brag on Him a bit.
Just in my life, I have to say, I am pretty blessed. I won't say it has been perfect but the blessings (from God) out way the curses (from the devil). I have always had a roof over my head and a vehicle to drive and I have never gone hungry. I have always had a job when I needed it. I have the love of family and friends.
I used to be a griper and complainer. I used to look for the bad instead of the good in everything. I always had a better way and was sure to let everyone know it too.
But these last few years I have found contentment. Not from anything I myself have done except that found out how I am supposed to be. How God not only wants but commanded me to be. Walking in Love.
I know some of you have heard it before, I can feel you rolling your eyes. But truly. You have to find it and nurture it with the Word and in prayer. Sure sometimes I fail. But I just ask God to forgive me and start again.
I try to quit focusing on myself and what I want and put myself in other's places. What good does it do to get myself mad because the waitress screwed up my order. Or that the line at the grocery store is long and slow. That gas is $3 a gallon. If it is something I can change then I try to look for that in a manner that is pleasing to God. I can speak nicely to the waitress and let her know that I didn't get what I ordered without being demeaning or sarcastic. I can stand patiently without making loud sighing noises or griping loudly so everyone in line and the cashier can hear me. So I have to stand in line a few more minutes. The line isn't going to move faster, in fact it might make it move slower because my griping is frustrating the cashier. And maybe if I voted or sent a letter to someone in the government I could change laws about gas.
How do we show the world we are not of the world? Don't act like the world!!! When someone is ugly to us bless them with a smile. That will freak them out! That is how we set ourselves apart. We don't have to be doormats but we can be gracious and kind. Didn't Jesus tell us to turn the other cheek. To love our enemies. Remember it is not the person who you have a problem with it is the devil who has a problem with you. He wants us to forget how we are supposed to act and act like he wants us to.
We have so many things to be thankful for. The beauty outside our doors, just look at a sunset or sunrise. Watch an insect walk across the sidewalk or a spider build a web. We woke up in the morning to start a new day.
I have the best husband anyone could ask for. I patiently (almost) waited 7 years for him. He is EVERYTHING I prayed for and so much more. I have 2 beautiful loving sweet children who bless me everyday with just their presence and hugs and kisses. We have a very comfortable life.
I pray everyday for my family, friends, church, ministers of the Gospel, government, Israel and Jerusalem, those who don't know Christ, the sick and the poor. Seek first the Kingdom of God and all these things will be given unto you.
Being in His presence has shown me what True Love is and how I can walk in it. It is a growing process that will continue until He comes again, but I am loving every minute of it.
I love you all and have a blessed Thanksgiving!!
Just in my life, I have to say, I am pretty blessed. I won't say it has been perfect but the blessings (from God) out way the curses (from the devil). I have always had a roof over my head and a vehicle to drive and I have never gone hungry. I have always had a job when I needed it. I have the love of family and friends.
I used to be a griper and complainer. I used to look for the bad instead of the good in everything. I always had a better way and was sure to let everyone know it too.
But these last few years I have found contentment. Not from anything I myself have done except that found out how I am supposed to be. How God not only wants but commanded me to be. Walking in Love.
I know some of you have heard it before, I can feel you rolling your eyes. But truly. You have to find it and nurture it with the Word and in prayer. Sure sometimes I fail. But I just ask God to forgive me and start again.
I try to quit focusing on myself and what I want and put myself in other's places. What good does it do to get myself mad because the waitress screwed up my order. Or that the line at the grocery store is long and slow. That gas is $3 a gallon. If it is something I can change then I try to look for that in a manner that is pleasing to God. I can speak nicely to the waitress and let her know that I didn't get what I ordered without being demeaning or sarcastic. I can stand patiently without making loud sighing noises or griping loudly so everyone in line and the cashier can hear me. So I have to stand in line a few more minutes. The line isn't going to move faster, in fact it might make it move slower because my griping is frustrating the cashier. And maybe if I voted or sent a letter to someone in the government I could change laws about gas.
How do we show the world we are not of the world? Don't act like the world!!! When someone is ugly to us bless them with a smile. That will freak them out! That is how we set ourselves apart. We don't have to be doormats but we can be gracious and kind. Didn't Jesus tell us to turn the other cheek. To love our enemies. Remember it is not the person who you have a problem with it is the devil who has a problem with you. He wants us to forget how we are supposed to act and act like he wants us to.
We have so many things to be thankful for. The beauty outside our doors, just look at a sunset or sunrise. Watch an insect walk across the sidewalk or a spider build a web. We woke up in the morning to start a new day.
I have the best husband anyone could ask for. I patiently (almost) waited 7 years for him. He is EVERYTHING I prayed for and so much more. I have 2 beautiful loving sweet children who bless me everyday with just their presence and hugs and kisses. We have a very comfortable life.
I pray everyday for my family, friends, church, ministers of the Gospel, government, Israel and Jerusalem, those who don't know Christ, the sick and the poor. Seek first the Kingdom of God and all these things will be given unto you.
Being in His presence has shown me what True Love is and how I can walk in it. It is a growing process that will continue until He comes again, but I am loving every minute of it.
I love you all and have a blessed Thanksgiving!!
Sunday, November 11, 2007
I LOVE YOU!!!
I just felt I needed to say that to everyone. I have been very busy lately and have neglected to tell those I love how much they mean to me.You may get this and think that I am not talking to you, but you would be wrong. I get strength and love everyday thinking of you and knowing you are somehow in some way apart of my life.The Lord has blessed me with such a great life and I pray never take it for granted.My heart yearns for each and everyone of you to know how important and loved you are by me.I pray over and for you everyday!! Have a blessed week and remember I love you and Jesus does too!!
Saturday, October 06, 2007
Wow!!
They love Ghostbusters. Here they are in their "gear" to catch ghosts. And below is a different day when Thomas was a ghost and Elizabeth was "catching" him.
The pumkins are almost as big as they are!
After the fair - he was wore out!!!Wow! It has been a long time since I have blogged. Sorry!! I haven't really found my groove yet, since school started.
Well, I am teaching at Bright Horizons - 3 year olds. Their birthdays are from Dec til March. Thomas is in my class along with 6 girls and 5 other boys. They are all pretty good, just mainly fidgety. It is on Mondays and Wednesdays and this quarter I am also helping in bible class on Wed nights. And of course Ladies Bible Study on Tuesday mornings. So I am a bit overwhelmed with that and then Thur and Fri is usually laundry and clean house days. So I haven't really even checking blogs or anything.
But we went to the fair recently, so I thought I would do some posting, plus I feel a little lost from some friends lately with our different schedules so this is about the only way we can talk and so I feel bad that I have pushed those of you aside. So I will try my best to get back into the swing of things.
Cody and I worked the Chalupa booth the Thur of the last week of the fair. Shirley met Cody at a store close to the fair and then we let the kids ride some rides, eat and just missed the storm that night. So here are some pics of the kids at the fair.
Tuesday, July 24, 2007
Cozumel!!!
Leaving the USA 6 am - we had been up since 4am!
Leaving Mexico at 9pm after 3 hour delay!!
Views from our room
Check out the pirate ship
Ring Bearer and Flower Girl
Trying out the Ocean
Monday, July 16, 2007
A Time To Ponder...
How long has it been since I have pondered...well here goes:
In our bible class yesterday self-control was the topic which reminded me of obedience. Are we truly being obedient to God? We go to church, we say the right things (at least we hope most of the time), we participate in church activities. But is that what the bible really tells us to do?
The commandments that Jesus gave us were to love God and others. How do we show we love God? I find that most of the time we do as minimal as possible. How often do we sit down and visit with God. Do we talk to Him daily. Do we pray to Him daily. Do we get to know Him daily. That is do we open our bibles every day to learn what He says about how to do things. To find out what He wants for us and what are part is in knowing and doing just that. I am in my bible every morning and I still feel it is not enough. The Word says to continually seek Him, to continually abide in His Word. If we would do that the Word says that we will surely hear Him, that we would hear the Holy Spirit and He will show us how to pray to get the power of God working on our behalf.
Are you lacking any good thing? We shouldn't be. I think we cop out on our part of our relationship with God. It isn't that God isn't doing His part or it is not His will. The Word says if we lack ANYTHING seek Him and we shall have what we are lacking or want. It doesn't say He might or might not. He says He will and it says ANYTHING. But what is our part. To believe and not doubt. How do you believe and not doubt? You have to have faith. How do you get faith? Faith comes by hearing and hearing by the Word of God!
We have made it tradition to cop out on our part with God. If something we have prayed for doesn't happen (that is something that does not go against another's will) we say God said "no" or "it is not His will". Never in the bible did Jesus ever tell anyone that asked Him for anything "NO" or it is not God's will to heal you, etc. It is our faith that brings out the Glory and power of God. If that was not the case then the people in Nazereth, despite their unbelief, would have been healed anyway. We try and blame God because it is easier to believe/say He said no than maybe we didn't have the faith to believe for it. There is a difference in faith and hope.
We have to get in our bibles and read for ourselves and let the Holy Spirit deal with us about what the Word says - about everything!!! He wants us to have joy, He wants us to be healthy, He wants us to live long, He wants us to multiply in all areas of our lives.
The Devil has deceived us into believing that He doesn't care if we are happy but that we should be glad we have what we have. Even if it is sickness and poverty. But the Devil twists God's Word to decieve us. And we let Him.
He has done it with the Words we speak and we wonder why we get what we say. The bible says we get what we say but we ignore that.
God is not the problem WE are the problem. You do have control over your life - the Bible says so. Read it!!
Thanks - love you all have a blessed week!!
In our bible class yesterday self-control was the topic which reminded me of obedience. Are we truly being obedient to God? We go to church, we say the right things (at least we hope most of the time), we participate in church activities. But is that what the bible really tells us to do?
The commandments that Jesus gave us were to love God and others. How do we show we love God? I find that most of the time we do as minimal as possible. How often do we sit down and visit with God. Do we talk to Him daily. Do we pray to Him daily. Do we get to know Him daily. That is do we open our bibles every day to learn what He says about how to do things. To find out what He wants for us and what are part is in knowing and doing just that. I am in my bible every morning and I still feel it is not enough. The Word says to continually seek Him, to continually abide in His Word. If we would do that the Word says that we will surely hear Him, that we would hear the Holy Spirit and He will show us how to pray to get the power of God working on our behalf.
Are you lacking any good thing? We shouldn't be. I think we cop out on our part of our relationship with God. It isn't that God isn't doing His part or it is not His will. The Word says if we lack ANYTHING seek Him and we shall have what we are lacking or want. It doesn't say He might or might not. He says He will and it says ANYTHING. But what is our part. To believe and not doubt. How do you believe and not doubt? You have to have faith. How do you get faith? Faith comes by hearing and hearing by the Word of God!
We have made it tradition to cop out on our part with God. If something we have prayed for doesn't happen (that is something that does not go against another's will) we say God said "no" or "it is not His will". Never in the bible did Jesus ever tell anyone that asked Him for anything "NO" or it is not God's will to heal you, etc. It is our faith that brings out the Glory and power of God. If that was not the case then the people in Nazereth, despite their unbelief, would have been healed anyway. We try and blame God because it is easier to believe/say He said no than maybe we didn't have the faith to believe for it. There is a difference in faith and hope.
We have to get in our bibles and read for ourselves and let the Holy Spirit deal with us about what the Word says - about everything!!! He wants us to have joy, He wants us to be healthy, He wants us to live long, He wants us to multiply in all areas of our lives.
The Devil has deceived us into believing that He doesn't care if we are happy but that we should be glad we have what we have. Even if it is sickness and poverty. But the Devil twists God's Word to decieve us. And we let Him.
He has done it with the Words we speak and we wonder why we get what we say. The bible says we get what we say but we ignore that.
God is not the problem WE are the problem. You do have control over your life - the Bible says so. Read it!!
Thanks - love you all have a blessed week!!
Thursday, July 05, 2007
1. What were you doing 10 years ago?
Not real sure I think I was living in Austin. I think my friend Stacey Stidham and I went to watch fire works.
2. What were you doing one year ago?
Can't really remember - probably where I was part of this 4th swimming at my mom's with my sister's family too.
Exception this yr Cody and I spent 930pm-200am in the ER - he has a kidney stone!!
3. 5 snack you enjoy.
1-chips and hot sauce/queso
2-corn nuts
3-pringles
4-cheese
5-pickles
4. 5 songs you know all the words to.
Most 80's country and pop songs. 70's country. Anything Duran Duran, Pat Benetar, Wham!, any Disney movie, and most tv theme songs from anytime.
5. 5 things you would do if you were a millionaire.
1-Tithe to my church
2-Give to the ministries that teach me the Truth
3-Pay our parent's mortgages
4-College fund for our children and all nieces and nephews
5-Get a new seperate building for BH so they could have the best
6. 5 bad habits
1-outspoken about what I believe
2-low self esteem regarding looks
3-bossy
4-speaking my irritation regarding parents and discipline
5-talk alot
7. 5 things you like doing
1-Reading and studying the word
2-watching movies with my kids
3-watching movies with my husband
4-being with my friends
5-eating
8. 5 things you would never wear again
1-pantyhose
2-Hair bows
3-bikini
4-leggings
5-Stretch pants!
9. 5 favorite toys
1-Camera
2-Computer
3-DVD player
4-printer
5-can't wait to play Barbies with Elizabeth!!!
Not real sure I think I was living in Austin. I think my friend Stacey Stidham and I went to watch fire works.
2. What were you doing one year ago?
Can't really remember - probably where I was part of this 4th swimming at my mom's with my sister's family too.
Exception this yr Cody and I spent 930pm-200am in the ER - he has a kidney stone!!
3. 5 snack you enjoy.
1-chips and hot sauce/queso
2-corn nuts
3-pringles
4-cheese
5-pickles
4. 5 songs you know all the words to.
Most 80's country and pop songs. 70's country. Anything Duran Duran, Pat Benetar, Wham!, any Disney movie, and most tv theme songs from anytime.
5. 5 things you would do if you were a millionaire.
1-Tithe to my church
2-Give to the ministries that teach me the Truth
3-Pay our parent's mortgages
4-College fund for our children and all nieces and nephews
5-Get a new seperate building for BH so they could have the best
6. 5 bad habits
1-outspoken about what I believe
2-low self esteem regarding looks
3-bossy
4-speaking my irritation regarding parents and discipline
5-talk alot
7. 5 things you like doing
1-Reading and studying the word
2-watching movies with my kids
3-watching movies with my husband
4-being with my friends
5-eating
8. 5 things you would never wear again
1-pantyhose
2-Hair bows
3-bikini
4-leggings
5-Stretch pants!
9. 5 favorite toys
1-Camera
2-Computer
3-DVD player
4-printer
5-can't wait to play Barbies with Elizabeth!!!
Sunday, June 17, 2007
Face vs Swing...
Poor Thomas he walked right into Elizabeth's swing path. Cody said he didn't cry. As we sat down to eat I noticed his lip looked a little swollen but the longer we ate the bigger it got. At one point I couldn't look at it because it looked like his lip would explode. Now he just looks like Daffy Duck. I hope it looks better tomorrow!
Elizabeth playing in Lady's dipping pool. She sat out there for about 20 minutes, getting out every few minutes to make footprints on the sidewalk. She tried to coax Lady in but she wouldn't have any of it.
Elizabeth & Thomas loving on each other. They asked me to take this picture!!!
Elizabeth & Thomas couldn't quite make it to the end of the movie...
Monday, June 04, 2007
Saturday, June 02, 2007
Pull up free!!!!
Okay, 2 days in underwear...no accidents. All day today - 1 accident this morning...with being at a ball game and going to the grocery store...could it be???
Thomas is a "big boy" now!!!
Not much going on here except trying to keep the house looking picked up. Cody has been working extra hours so it is just me and the kids alot.
All of us got short dos - sorry no pics.
Getting ready for a busy summer - mainly July. 2 weddings 1 family reunion.
A cousin is getting married in Kileen, Dye family reunion here, and Bubba's (Bryce - Cody's brother) wedding in Cozumel - Elizabeth is going to be the flower girl and Thomas is going to be the ring bearer. They are looking forward to flying. Now if those darn passports would just come in.
I love summer but unless you are a teacher, have kids in school or are married to teacher...it is just like anyother string of months. But after next year all that will change - my baby girl will be in kindergarten (sp)!!
I will try to be a better poster this summer!!!
Thomas is a "big boy" now!!!
Not much going on here except trying to keep the house looking picked up. Cody has been working extra hours so it is just me and the kids alot.
All of us got short dos - sorry no pics.
Getting ready for a busy summer - mainly July. 2 weddings 1 family reunion.
A cousin is getting married in Kileen, Dye family reunion here, and Bubba's (Bryce - Cody's brother) wedding in Cozumel - Elizabeth is going to be the flower girl and Thomas is going to be the ring bearer. They are looking forward to flying. Now if those darn passports would just come in.
I love summer but unless you are a teacher, have kids in school or are married to teacher...it is just like anyother string of months. But after next year all that will change - my baby girl will be in kindergarten (sp)!!
I will try to be a better poster this summer!!!
Saturday, May 12, 2007
Where has the time gone...
Lady on the play set
Cody and Elizabeth
Elizabeth and Thomas loving on each other.
Okay, I know it has taken me over a month to update my blog. I have been very busy. I have been subbing at BH. I have been painting and cleaning getting my house ready to put on the market. I have had a garagae sale. And I have been doing this while playing with my children, stopping my children's spats, and keeping them from going and doing things they know they're not supposed to do.
Not much else has been going on here. Glad summer is coming, which is also going to be busy...at least July. We will have our cousin Amy's wedding in Killeen, the Dye family reunion and my brother-in-law Bryce and Tiffany's wedding in Mexico (there is our summer vacation).
Here are some new pics...hope you enjoy. Have a great Mother's Day. Speaking of (and those who know me will not be surprised that I had to add this). I think God gave us children and the love we have for them, to show us how He feels about us. No matter what our children do we still love them and we only want what is best for them and we only want them to have the best. I watched a movie last night and it left me with such a happy feeling and as I laid down I thought...why do we want happy endings in our movies - in our lives...why do we crave the happily ever after...because our Spirit knows that is what God intended for us all and It craves it. Jesus did not come to condem (punish) the world, He came so the we could have life (on Earth & in Heaven) and have it more abundantly, to the full, til it over flows.
God bless you all!
Tuesday, April 10, 2007
HAPPY RESURRECTION SUNDAY...
Okay, so I am late posting. I have been quite busy and preoccupied. We had a buckle fracture, Elizabeth did this jumping from the couch to her bean bag. She is walking now but for a few days we were carrying her and then I made her start getting around by herself. I was carrying her to play from her room to the play room to Thomas' room. It was getting old fast. She decided to scoot on her bottom and use her grocery cart to lean on.
As she likes to tell you "Jesus healed her leg". I love that they have that in their minds already so that don't have to learn it later and wonder if it is really true.
Elizabeth and I both have short hair now. I will post pics later.
We had a good Easter/Resurrection Sunday. We hung out with Cody's family. Bryce and Tiff are now "unofficially engaged" but I think tomorrow it will become official.
Shirley and I are redoing the guest bath and kids bath and the kitchen with texturing and painting. Finally that wall paper will be gone.
Well, I am tired and am going to bed. Have a great week.
As she likes to tell you "Jesus healed her leg". I love that they have that in their minds already so that don't have to learn it later and wonder if it is really true.
Elizabeth and I both have short hair now. I will post pics later.
We had a good Easter/Resurrection Sunday. We hung out with Cody's family. Bryce and Tiff are now "unofficially engaged" but I think tomorrow it will become official.
Shirley and I are redoing the guest bath and kids bath and the kitchen with texturing and painting. Finally that wall paper will be gone.
Well, I am tired and am going to bed. Have a great week.
Thursday, March 22, 2007
It has been awhile since I posted but I have been really busy doing...nothing new really just everything.
Thomas is 3 now. He had a "Cars" birthday party at Lights Off Golf and enjoyed it! He got a couple of Lightning McQueen cars and he also got a tractor that looks like "Frank" for those of you who have seen the movie. So he plays "tractor tippin" all the time now.
Elizabeth is growing up and is enjoying being a girl. She does however prefer her toe nails to be polished but has decided she doesn't like it on her fingers. She tried to soak the polish off for about 20 min before I gave in and took it off for her. That is determination!
Cody and I are both doing well and just enjoying watching our family grow up.
Thomas is 3 now. He had a "Cars" birthday party at Lights Off Golf and enjoyed it! He got a couple of Lightning McQueen cars and he also got a tractor that looks like "Frank" for those of you who have seen the movie. So he plays "tractor tippin" all the time now.
Elizabeth is growing up and is enjoying being a girl. She does however prefer her toe nails to be polished but has decided she doesn't like it on her fingers. She tried to soak the polish off for about 20 min before I gave in and took it off for her. That is determination!
Cody and I are both doing well and just enjoying watching our family grow up.
Friday, March 02, 2007
This may sound strange...
This may sound strange to some of you but it has really opened my eyes even more to the greatness of God and His blessing on those who believe.
I used to look at Anna Nicole and Britney Spears and the like and roll my eyes at their antics.
However, with the turn of events and all the mania going around about Anna and the trial over her body and her baby and Britney and rehab and her children, and John Travolta and Tom Cruise thinking Scientology can fix anything, it makes me very sad for them.
The Lord has really pressed upon my spirit for the last year to walk in His image - think like Him. God is Love. His word says we should "walk in love" (Eph 5:2).
So now many times when before I might, roll my eyes or call them names or rejoice in their trials, now I have compassion for them and grieve at how sad their lives are and if only they knew the Lord.
I have now added these people to my prayer list. I may be the only one praying for them. The Lord is no respecter of persons and He wants all of us to be saved. Isn't it my duty as a Christian to pray for all those who do not yet know Him?
The world looks to drugs, alcohol, sex, books, food, television, exercise and even other "churches" or gods but there is something greater than anything else can bring and that is the love of God who through Jesus Christ saved us from the sin of this World to "not be condemned but to save us" (John 3:17) and "so we could have life and have it more abundantly" (John 10:10).
So if I cannot influence someone by my life and choices I can at the very least pray for them and that through my prayer, ministering spirits can go forth and cross their path with the Truth.
I love you all and God bless you!
I used to look at Anna Nicole and Britney Spears and the like and roll my eyes at their antics.
However, with the turn of events and all the mania going around about Anna and the trial over her body and her baby and Britney and rehab and her children, and John Travolta and Tom Cruise thinking Scientology can fix anything, it makes me very sad for them.
The Lord has really pressed upon my spirit for the last year to walk in His image - think like Him. God is Love. His word says we should "walk in love" (Eph 5:2).
So now many times when before I might, roll my eyes or call them names or rejoice in their trials, now I have compassion for them and grieve at how sad their lives are and if only they knew the Lord.
I have now added these people to my prayer list. I may be the only one praying for them. The Lord is no respecter of persons and He wants all of us to be saved. Isn't it my duty as a Christian to pray for all those who do not yet know Him?
The world looks to drugs, alcohol, sex, books, food, television, exercise and even other "churches" or gods but there is something greater than anything else can bring and that is the love of God who through Jesus Christ saved us from the sin of this World to "not be condemned but to save us" (John 3:17) and "so we could have life and have it more abundantly" (John 10:10).
So if I cannot influence someone by my life and choices I can at the very least pray for them and that through my prayer, ministering spirits can go forth and cross their path with the Truth.
I love you all and God bless you!
Monday, February 26, 2007
West Texas + Wind =
TUMBLEWEEDS!!!
One of many strange sleeping positions that I find Elizabeth in...check out the leg on the right...
Elizabeth and Thomas
Dancing together with music from the Oscars, Thomas patiently sitting while Elizabeth fixes his hair, and watching a movie together. I love that they enjoy each other so much.
This is our neighbor's house down the alley. They are going to be shocked when they try and get out of their garage. It is literally a wall of tumbleweeds!!
Elizabeth's new do. I think it totally changes her appearance. It is amazing what a new style does.
Thomas asleep with his favorite things - cartoon action figures. And his favorite new passtime - video games - esp Frogger! Notice the intense look on his face!
Thomas asleep with his favorite things - cartoon action figures. And his favorite new passtime - video games - esp Frogger! Notice the intense look on his face!
One of many strange sleeping positions that I find Elizabeth in...check out the leg on the right...
Dancing together with music from the Oscars, Thomas patiently sitting while Elizabeth fixes his hair, and watching a movie together. I love that they enjoy each other so much.
Wednesday, February 21, 2007
I didn't really have a name to call what I am going to write about. Just an update.
Valentine's Day was very nice. I subbed that day but Cody was off and picked me and the kids up from school. We took them to Gran and Papa's house so we could get a couples massage (that just means we are in the same room getting individual massages-in case any of you didn't know). After that we went to see "Catch & Release". I love Jennifer Garner and it was Valentine's so Cody thought it would be okay to watch a "chick flick". We then went to our favorite Japanese place in Lubbock - Yamagata - it was really good and we were full. We met a really nice newly wed and pregnant couple at our table and had a nice visit with them. While we were there it started to snow - alot. We were really glad we went to the movie first.
Not much else going on around here besides going to my uncle's memorial service, Cody getting used to his new schedule for work, me substituting and trying to do all my housework around that and visiting my Memaw in the hospital every week. In the last 3 wks she has been hospitalized 3 x. But I think this last visit might have helped a great deal. She had an obstruction that was not letting her digest her food and so it wasn't going anywhere and she was not getting any nourishment, but that has been fixed so I think she is on the mend. She is real sweet lady.
Elizabeth got a haircut the other day - I will post pics later and I am contimplating doing it myself. I get tired of messing with it. I do this every so often. I cut my hair, let it grow then cut it off again. We'll see.
Love you all.
Valentine's Day was very nice. I subbed that day but Cody was off and picked me and the kids up from school. We took them to Gran and Papa's house so we could get a couples massage (that just means we are in the same room getting individual massages-in case any of you didn't know). After that we went to see "Catch & Release". I love Jennifer Garner and it was Valentine's so Cody thought it would be okay to watch a "chick flick". We then went to our favorite Japanese place in Lubbock - Yamagata - it was really good and we were full. We met a really nice newly wed and pregnant couple at our table and had a nice visit with them. While we were there it started to snow - alot. We were really glad we went to the movie first.
Not much else going on around here besides going to my uncle's memorial service, Cody getting used to his new schedule for work, me substituting and trying to do all my housework around that and visiting my Memaw in the hospital every week. In the last 3 wks she has been hospitalized 3 x. But I think this last visit might have helped a great deal. She had an obstruction that was not letting her digest her food and so it wasn't going anywhere and she was not getting any nourishment, but that has been fixed so I think she is on the mend. She is real sweet lady.
Elizabeth got a haircut the other day - I will post pics later and I am contimplating doing it myself. I get tired of messing with it. I do this every so often. I cut my hair, let it grow then cut it off again. We'll see.
Love you all.
Saturday, February 10, 2007
Facing the Giants!!!
I have been told how great this movie is, but I was still so awed by it. This movie was put on by members of a church so the acting isn't what you would call top notch, but I have also seen a lot worse by professionals. It is the story that gets you. I loved it because it was so true to the Word and what the Word tells us about faith. We are to trust Him in everything and believe that anything is possible when we give Him the glory in good times and in bad.
Praise God that there are people out there who are willing to make movies about faith in Christ. This movie made at least a couple of million dollors and it didn't even come close to costing that much to make.
God is sooo good and if you haven't seen this movie you need to. It was awesome!!!!
Praise God that there are people out there who are willing to make movies about faith in Christ. This movie made at least a couple of million dollors and it didn't even come close to costing that much to make.
God is sooo good and if you haven't seen this movie you need to. It was awesome!!!!
Thursday, February 01, 2007
My Favorite Picture...
This is a picture of my grandmother with her brother, my uncle who just went home to be with the Lord.
My grandmother just had her hair done for this picture. I don't know how old they were but I just think they look so sweet.
Some people have told me that I look like my grandmother in that picture - probably more so when I was younger. But I always thought that was such a compliment because I thought she was beautiful.
My unlce was also a very handsome man, who always had a smile on his face. He was so sweet and loving.
They both are greatly missed but I look forward to seeing them again when I get to heaven.
Sunday, January 28, 2007
What a week...
On Tuesday I got a call from my mother saying my Uncle Don (my maternal grandmother's brother) was being put on a respirator and that my cousins were coming in. Quite a shock. He was a colon cancer survivor and had just been diagnosed with inoperable bladder cancer. His dr rx'd massive radiation or chemo (I'm not sure). Needless to say the day after treatment he had sores all in his mouth and throat, he was shivering with cold and felt horrible. He even talked with Brice to get funeral arrangements made (I think he just wanted to be prepared for the worst) which happened. The next day he was put on the respirator and Thursday it was taken off about 1:30 pm and his body fought hard until 9:15. I believe he was waiting for his daughter's (Donna) husband (Mike) to get there so she would have him there to lean on. Her brother (Chris) and his wife (Yvonne) were there with him and so was I. It was a real blessing to know he knew the Lord and went home to be with Him, his parent's, wife and sister (my grandmother - mom).
Even though it was not the best of times, we did get to visit a lot with my cousins and remind each other of all the fun times we have had with Don and with each other. We definitely need to do this more often. I might have to arrange a family reunion for us so we won't lose touch. I love my family so very much and I hope they know that.
Well tomorrow I am subbing at BH with the PE and Cody will be home with the kids. Oh yeah, Cody starts back with United on Feb 1st. He is really excited.
More later....
Even though it was not the best of times, we did get to visit a lot with my cousins and remind each other of all the fun times we have had with Don and with each other. We definitely need to do this more often. I might have to arrange a family reunion for us so we won't lose touch. I love my family so very much and I hope they know that.
Well tomorrow I am subbing at BH with the PE and Cody will be home with the kids. Oh yeah, Cody starts back with United on Feb 1st. He is really excited.
More later....
Monday, January 22, 2007
Catch up
Okay, I haven't posted in awhile, but I have a reason. I was going to post after Elizabeth turned 4 - which was January 9th - however the pics I was going to post with it, I realized were saved on my camera's internal memory not my memory card, so I need to purchase a cord to transfer them to my computer before I can post those pics. Lame excuse I know.
Anyway, Elizabeth is now 4, we had her party at a put put course in the mall that is decorated with neon paint and black lights, it is really cool and the kids LOVE going there-so that is where we had her party. She specifically asked for a trampoline and a putter. She got a trampoline-an excercise trampoline-and Thomas and her love it. They jump on it all the time. And she got a putter from her Aunt Crystal. She has used it a couple of times.
I have to brag on her and Thomas for a minute. I have to say they have their moments when they fight-sometimes physical-but the majority of the time they are playing together -laughing and running around with new games or ideas. They love Annie so every once in awhile I will catch them with rags, dusting things singing "It's a hard knock life". That was pretty funny!! Now they are taking turns being a dog with the other one leading them around by their shirt collars. They are also very thoughtful of one another. If one has a snack or something, they always make sure the other one has one. Just last night Elizabeth brought their card table into the living room and was thoughtful enough not just to bring herself a chair but Thomas one too. I think they will always be close and I pray they will always be kind and loving to each other-at least most of the time. Kids will be kids you know.
Anyway, Elizabeth is now 4, we had her party at a put put course in the mall that is decorated with neon paint and black lights, it is really cool and the kids LOVE going there-so that is where we had her party. She specifically asked for a trampoline and a putter. She got a trampoline-an excercise trampoline-and Thomas and her love it. They jump on it all the time. And she got a putter from her Aunt Crystal. She has used it a couple of times.
I have to brag on her and Thomas for a minute. I have to say they have their moments when they fight-sometimes physical-but the majority of the time they are playing together -laughing and running around with new games or ideas. They love Annie so every once in awhile I will catch them with rags, dusting things singing "It's a hard knock life". That was pretty funny!! Now they are taking turns being a dog with the other one leading them around by their shirt collars. They are also very thoughtful of one another. If one has a snack or something, they always make sure the other one has one. Just last night Elizabeth brought their card table into the living room and was thoughtful enough not just to bring herself a chair but Thomas one too. I think they will always be close and I pray they will always be kind and loving to each other-at least most of the time. Kids will be kids you know.
Tuesday, January 02, 2007
Funny Kid Pics
This is how I found Thomas...
Like father - like son!!! 
Before and after!!!!! Maybe I need a little more practice...
Like father - like son!!! Before and after!!!!! Maybe I need a little more practice...
Monday, January 01, 2007
Goodbye ...
Well, the holidays are over and the new year begins.
We had a great Christmas visiting all our families and loves ones.
The tree is up, furniture rearranged to make room for new toys and a new year begins.
The kids got 2 gifts a piece from us one from each other and stocking stuffers of things that go with the presents they got. Elizabeth got a vanity and washer/dryer and Thomas got a dump truck that moves and makes noises and a train set. They gave each other coloring books and play-doh & accessories. They got together an easel with a chalk board on one side and a white erase/magnetic board on the other. Chalk and markers in their stockings and some other fun nick nacks. From "Santa" they got a tunnel and tent play set.
I got Cody a watch, binoculars, and a gift card to Academy to buy him work shoes (that is what he wanted) and the kids got him a sweater, Elizabeth picked the color - yellow. And he looks good in it. I was going to pick brown or blue - I know what a shocker.
Cody got me exactly what I wanted - a massage cushion that attaches to your chair. It is the ultimate one with rolling and shiatsu massage. Where you can adjust the width of the rollers and stop it on a certain spot that might need extra work. He also got me a lighted make-up mirror and a towel warmer. The kids got me 3 throw blankets and a card shuffler - I like card games - any games actually.
So I think we blessed each other not even mentioning what we got from everyone else - Thank you everyone!
Cody has 3 places to decide from regarding where he wants to work and is trying to make that decision without letting anyone down but also standing up for himself. He has such a big heart. I just want him to get to that place that he was before where he liked going to work and enjoyed working with the people he worked with and didn't feel taken advantage of. He gives 200%.
But I know that we have prayed about it and the right doors will open and the wrong ones will close and He will guide Cody in the path He should take.
This is the year of the Open Door and we are walking through it. We are blessed so that we can be a blessing. I pray that we do all the Lord expects us to. To acheive what He has put in our hearts.
I hope you all had a great Christmas, a happy New Year and have an even more abundant year in 2007 than 2006. We love you!
I will post pics later as the system wouldn't let me.
We had a great Christmas visiting all our families and loves ones.
The tree is up, furniture rearranged to make room for new toys and a new year begins.
The kids got 2 gifts a piece from us one from each other and stocking stuffers of things that go with the presents they got. Elizabeth got a vanity and washer/dryer and Thomas got a dump truck that moves and makes noises and a train set. They gave each other coloring books and play-doh & accessories. They got together an easel with a chalk board on one side and a white erase/magnetic board on the other. Chalk and markers in their stockings and some other fun nick nacks. From "Santa" they got a tunnel and tent play set.
I got Cody a watch, binoculars, and a gift card to Academy to buy him work shoes (that is what he wanted) and the kids got him a sweater, Elizabeth picked the color - yellow. And he looks good in it. I was going to pick brown or blue - I know what a shocker.
Cody got me exactly what I wanted - a massage cushion that attaches to your chair. It is the ultimate one with rolling and shiatsu massage. Where you can adjust the width of the rollers and stop it on a certain spot that might need extra work. He also got me a lighted make-up mirror and a towel warmer. The kids got me 3 throw blankets and a card shuffler - I like card games - any games actually.
So I think we blessed each other not even mentioning what we got from everyone else - Thank you everyone!
Cody has 3 places to decide from regarding where he wants to work and is trying to make that decision without letting anyone down but also standing up for himself. He has such a big heart. I just want him to get to that place that he was before where he liked going to work and enjoyed working with the people he worked with and didn't feel taken advantage of. He gives 200%.
But I know that we have prayed about it and the right doors will open and the wrong ones will close and He will guide Cody in the path He should take.
This is the year of the Open Door and we are walking through it. We are blessed so that we can be a blessing. I pray that we do all the Lord expects us to. To acheive what He has put in our hearts.
I hope you all had a great Christmas, a happy New Year and have an even more abundant year in 2007 than 2006. We love you!
I will post pics later as the system wouldn't let me.
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