I just can not keep up with my self on this blog! I will post my first 3 memory recalls tomorrow! And why not tonight you ask. Well, tonight I'm making new memories with the Hubsy in the form of a couch date and mucho 24.
Thank you Netflix.
Season 7.
NO COMMERCIALS.
The end.
Check back tomorrow for things such as the honeymoon road trip and turkey lunch meat.
Jack Bauer is calling. I'm out!
Tuesday, June 2, 2009
Sunday, May 31, 2009
A Count Down...
In just under two weeks, June 12th to be exact, Mike & I will celebrate 10 YEARS of marriage! What's that? No we didn't get married when we were middle-schoolers. Ahem. Anyway, as I was saying...
10 years!
Years ago I remember wondering where we'd be in 10 years. And for the life of me, I could never have imagined what a journey we'd take to get here! The good times, the hard times, the tears, the laughter. Two beautiful daughters. And we still hold hands in the rain.
Because I'm sentimental and because my man deserves to know how much I love him, I plan to post one great memory each day between now and our anniversary. So come along and enjoy some of the moments that got us here.
And if you are married, go gather up your Love and give 'em a big kiss! I'm convinced a heartfelt smooch covers a multitude of sins! :)
Thursday, May 14, 2009
Jesus, You're Beautiful
In the midst of the busyness of life...let the next 4:08 minutes settle your soul and sear God's promises deep in your heart. There is indeed coming a day "when death is just a memory and tears are no more"...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2DEL0R32eU8
He is BEAUTIFUL!
I saw heaven standing open and there before me was a white horse, whose rider is called Faithful and True. With justice he judges and makes war. His eyes are like blazing fire, and on his head are many crowns. He has a name written on him that no one knows but he himself. He is dressed in a robe dipped in blood, and his name is the Word of God.
Revelation 19:11-13
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2DEL0R32eU8
He is BEAUTIFUL!
I saw heaven standing open and there before me was a white horse, whose rider is called Faithful and True. With justice he judges and makes war. His eyes are like blazing fire, and on his head are many crowns. He has a name written on him that no one knows but he himself. He is dressed in a robe dipped in blood, and his name is the Word of God.
Revelation 19:11-13
Saturday, May 2, 2009
Autumn-isms
Shame, shame. I haven't posted in a million years. You know around the time when the dinosaurs disappeared or evolved into monkeys or something. And much like the evolution timeline - what happened in between then and now is a mystery. I have hope to one day find the missing link. I think it's in the toy box.
I might be in a weird mood. So unless you are ok with reading nonsense, just stop reading here. :)
Anyway---here are a few things Autumn has said to me over the past few days. Don't judge her, she is her mother's child. And she's 3 years old.
* Autumn- "Momma. I can never wear those black pants."
Me- "Baby girl. Why not?"
Autumn-"Black is too boring for me."
* Autumn (praying)- "Lord, please help me do the things I should. And please help me not do the things I do do." (I think her and Paul would have been tight. Read Romans 7:19)
* Autumn- "Momma, the bible say, "Parents obeys your children."
Well, sweetheart, nice try. I'm sure kids everywhere would back you up on that one! She also told her Daddy that she read in the bible that Jesus loves cookies. Maybe that's what they had for dessert after He fed the 5000. Just sayin'...
I hope everyone of you enjoy a big laugh today! Love & hugs! Peace out....
I might be in a weird mood. So unless you are ok with reading nonsense, just stop reading here. :)
Anyway---here are a few things Autumn has said to me over the past few days. Don't judge her, she is her mother's child. And she's 3 years old.
* Autumn- "Momma. I can never wear those black pants."
Me- "Baby girl. Why not?"
Autumn-"Black is too boring for me."
* Autumn (praying)- "Lord, please help me do the things I should. And please help me not do the things I do do." (I think her and Paul would have been tight. Read Romans 7:19)
* Autumn- "Momma, the bible say, "Parents obeys your children."
Well, sweetheart, nice try. I'm sure kids everywhere would back you up on that one! She also told her Daddy that she read in the bible that Jesus loves cookies. Maybe that's what they had for dessert after He fed the 5000. Just sayin'...
I hope everyone of you enjoy a big laugh today! Love & hugs! Peace out....
Monday, April 6, 2009
His First Day
This morning went something like this:
Mike: Ok, hun. I'm headed out. Love you.
Me: giggling-Have a nice day at the OFFICE! kiss-I love you!
God is so GOOD! Hope your day is blessed :)
Mike: Ok, hun. I'm headed out. Love you.
Me: giggling-Have a nice day at the OFFICE! kiss-I love you!
God is so GOOD! Hope your day is blessed :)
Wednesday, March 25, 2009
Wednesday, March 18, 2009
The Eagle Has Landed (or) It's Official!
As most of you know, Mike has had the privilege of being the part-time worship leader for First Baptist Church in the DOXA service since Jan 1, 2008. With great excitement and humility, we want to share how the Lord has now opened the door for him to serve in this capacity full-time. With the Lord's blessing and favor, Mike will continue this God-directed journey as the newest staff member of FBC beginning in April 2009! Read what Mike had to say concerning our coming to FBC in September 2007 and what his heart holds for the people of DOXA:
At age 17, I accepted Jesus Christ as my Savior followed by a call to music ministry. The next several years consisted of many opportunities to reach out with the Gospel through music - in mostly youth oriented settings. God chose these opportunities to shape and refine not only my calling, but my life. In 2004, while leading a monthly youth service at Gum Springs Baptist Church, I met Chris Beck and realized a call to co-lead worship at First Baptist Church St. Bethlehem. It was during my three years there that I met Steve Moore and began to play several youth camps and retreats along side him. In the Fall of 2007, my wife and I began to sense a leading to join FBC. This move was a difficult decision for us in that I felt the Lord was successfully using me in the worship ministry at FBCSB. My family and I loved and respected Pastor Jeff Burris (and still do) and had deeply invested in the people there. However, after much prayer and godly counsel we decided to heed the urgent call to FBC and stepped out in faith. Soon after this, Steve Moore accepted a call to FBC Paducah and recommended me as Interim Worship Leader, the position in which I am now serving. I strongly believe this was the beginning of a faith building journey ordained by God partnering myself and FBC, specifically DOXA to reach the city of Clarksville for Christ.
Given this incredible opportunity, below is the vision Mike has committed to uphold for the DOXA service.
The people of DOXA, a unique expression of FBC, has a passion to reach our city for Christ. It would be my goal in DOXA to engage the congregation in authentic worship, bringing glory to God through the music. As a leader in DOXA, it is my desire to do what it takes to create an environment conducive to DOXA’s unique gathering of people. I will prayerfully seek out new and creative ways to reach out to our city, drawing the people of Clarksville to DOXA and ultimately to CHRIST.
I could not be more proud of my husband. He was made for this. God has brought us to this place and in it our prayer remains Isaiah 26:8… Yes, Lord, walking in the way of your laws, we wait for you; your name and renown are the desire of our hearts.
Thank you, every one of you, who went before the throne on our behalf. Your prayers and words of encouragement throughout this process have kept us on the victorious side of the fine line between perseverance and insanity! :)
I've said it before and I will say it again...God is SO good. We could never have imagined where He would bring us when we took that first shaky step toward this journey. FBC has truly become our home over the past year and we are humbled to be counted among those, whose privilege it is, to serve the people of DOXA and Christ!
At age 17, I accepted Jesus Christ as my Savior followed by a call to music ministry. The next several years consisted of many opportunities to reach out with the Gospel through music - in mostly youth oriented settings. God chose these opportunities to shape and refine not only my calling, but my life. In 2004, while leading a monthly youth service at Gum Springs Baptist Church, I met Chris Beck and realized a call to co-lead worship at First Baptist Church St. Bethlehem. It was during my three years there that I met Steve Moore and began to play several youth camps and retreats along side him. In the Fall of 2007, my wife and I began to sense a leading to join FBC. This move was a difficult decision for us in that I felt the Lord was successfully using me in the worship ministry at FBCSB. My family and I loved and respected Pastor Jeff Burris (and still do) and had deeply invested in the people there. However, after much prayer and godly counsel we decided to heed the urgent call to FBC and stepped out in faith. Soon after this, Steve Moore accepted a call to FBC Paducah and recommended me as Interim Worship Leader, the position in which I am now serving. I strongly believe this was the beginning of a faith building journey ordained by God partnering myself and FBC, specifically DOXA to reach the city of Clarksville for Christ.
Given this incredible opportunity, below is the vision Mike has committed to uphold for the DOXA service.
The people of DOXA, a unique expression of FBC, has a passion to reach our city for Christ. It would be my goal in DOXA to engage the congregation in authentic worship, bringing glory to God through the music. As a leader in DOXA, it is my desire to do what it takes to create an environment conducive to DOXA’s unique gathering of people. I will prayerfully seek out new and creative ways to reach out to our city, drawing the people of Clarksville to DOXA and ultimately to CHRIST.
I could not be more proud of my husband. He was made for this. God has brought us to this place and in it our prayer remains Isaiah 26:8… Yes, Lord, walking in the way of your laws, we wait for you; your name and renown are the desire of our hearts.
Thank you, every one of you, who went before the throne on our behalf. Your prayers and words of encouragement throughout this process have kept us on the victorious side of the fine line between perseverance and insanity! :)
I've said it before and I will say it again...God is SO good. We could never have imagined where He would bring us when we took that first shaky step toward this journey. FBC has truly become our home over the past year and we are humbled to be counted among those, whose privilege it is, to serve the people of DOXA and Christ!
Tuesday, March 10, 2009
Weekend Update
We had a pretty great weekend! Nothing crazy. Just time together...
Friday-
We had planned to hang out with BW, Lauren, and Krystle, but I got a McNasty cold and decided that it would be better (for them) to hang out where the germs weren't. So the four of us just ate chicken pot pies and curly fries - thanks to Hubs, who graciously cooked so I could lounge with my hankies and blanket. We watched Durango Kids followed by a friendly father/daughter wrestle-fest! After the girls pooped out, Mike & I watched Amazing Grace. It was a pretty good movie! I took some nyquil and immediately got all tingly and sleepy!
Saturday-
I slept until 11!!!! Thanks to the nyquil I didn't even move until then. The extra sleep got me feeling somewhat better. We decided the beautiful day was perfect for our "here comes spring" to-do list! Mike serviced the lawn mower and we managed to rake and clean the entire yard. I didn't get to fix my flower beds, but all-in-all, not a bad day's work! We made a quick trip to Lowe's and Kroger and finished off the day with a yummy burger off the grill.
Sunday-
Although it was his week off, Mike got to lead in DOXA. He filled in for Pat who was very sick. (Pat, praying you feel MUCH better very soon!) We headed home to grill again, this time with BW, Lauren, Krystle and Little Momma! It was a nice afternoon. Just hanging out with family, catching up and playing some games. After everyone left, Mike, the girls & I took off for a walk around the neighborhood. We barely beat the rain, but it felt good to walk again. We decided to head to Golden Corral for dinner. I had a really good coupon that was ready to expire and not cooking sounded just FINE with me! While there, Mike got the official word that the Deacons had voted to call Mike to the Worship Associate position full time! I watched Mike get a smile he couldn't have hidden if he wanted to and he just looked at me. It was a really great moment. One I'm not soon to forget! I'm so blessed that the Lord has allowed me to be the woman sitting across from him for over 12 years. After months of watching him beg God for direction and discernment in the process, God has answered. And we are humbled.
It was a good weekend! And now on to Spring Break! :)
Friday-
We had planned to hang out with BW, Lauren, and Krystle, but I got a McNasty cold and decided that it would be better (for them) to hang out where the germs weren't. So the four of us just ate chicken pot pies and curly fries - thanks to Hubs, who graciously cooked so I could lounge with my hankies and blanket. We watched Durango Kids followed by a friendly father/daughter wrestle-fest! After the girls pooped out, Mike & I watched Amazing Grace. It was a pretty good movie! I took some nyquil and immediately got all tingly and sleepy!
Saturday-
I slept until 11!!!! Thanks to the nyquil I didn't even move until then. The extra sleep got me feeling somewhat better. We decided the beautiful day was perfect for our "here comes spring" to-do list! Mike serviced the lawn mower and we managed to rake and clean the entire yard. I didn't get to fix my flower beds, but all-in-all, not a bad day's work! We made a quick trip to Lowe's and Kroger and finished off the day with a yummy burger off the grill.
Sunday-
Although it was his week off, Mike got to lead in DOXA. He filled in for Pat who was very sick. (Pat, praying you feel MUCH better very soon!) We headed home to grill again, this time with BW, Lauren, Krystle and Little Momma! It was a nice afternoon. Just hanging out with family, catching up and playing some games. After everyone left, Mike, the girls & I took off for a walk around the neighborhood. We barely beat the rain, but it felt good to walk again. We decided to head to Golden Corral for dinner. I had a really good coupon that was ready to expire and not cooking sounded just FINE with me! While there, Mike got the official word that the Deacons had voted to call Mike to the Worship Associate position full time! I watched Mike get a smile he couldn't have hidden if he wanted to and he just looked at me. It was a really great moment. One I'm not soon to forget! I'm so blessed that the Lord has allowed me to be the woman sitting across from him for over 12 years. After months of watching him beg God for direction and discernment in the process, God has answered. And we are humbled.
It was a good weekend! And now on to Spring Break! :)
Tuesday, February 24, 2009
We Put Some Bananas In It
She gets up while it is still dark; she provides food for her family...
Proverbs 31:15
I'm not claiming to be a true proverbs 31 woman...just trying to get there! And I have a lot of help as you can see!
You honestly can not mess up this recipe! And it's delicious! It was one of many recipes I received as a wedding gift from the ladies (and a few men) in the office I worked in just before getting married.
Banana Bread
2 cups self-rising flour
1/4 cup cooking oil
1 cup sugar
1/2 cup water
3 bananas (very ripe)
3 eggs
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
Preheat oven to 350. Dump all ingredients into large bowl. Blend with electric mixer until there are no large lumps of bananas. Pour batter into 2 loaf pans or 1 bundt pan. Cook approximately 30 minutes or until knife tests clean. Enjoy!
Saturday, February 7, 2009
Purity Ball 09
Cuttin' a rug...
What a beauty...
They've got the moves...
Little lady...
Daddy and daughter...
What a beauty...
They've got the moves...
Little lady...
Daddy and daughter...
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