Things I am Thankful For:

1. Father God, Lord and Savior
2. Family and Friends
3. Continued good health, when so many are sick.
4. The fact that every single morning I get up and God gives me another chance to do right by Him . Since I know, I fail miserably every day.
5. The weekend is near.

Things I need to Pray for today:

1. Mr. Billy Campbell
2. The 4 kids that were in a terrible 4 wheeler accident(sorry i don't have details)
3. Peace of mind for my kids (son and daughter) That they know they can always come to us when they have problems and needs.
4. I need to let go of some grudges............(HARD for me)
5. Sunshine....I need 1 hour of sunshine today, perferably from 11:00 to 12:00

Where is the Sun?

I have twelve 2 year olds coming to school thinking it's going to be "Fun in the Sun" day! I've got buckets, extra towels and sunscreen ready. We've had great weather all week. Help!

Why?

Why do kids these days think that we don't understand them and what they are going thru? I think my kids may rather deal with a problem on their own than be afraid to disappoint me or make me mad. To me that's scary. I guess I need to work on being more open and less judgemental. I need to let them finish a sentence before I jump in and solve the problem for them. Sometimes they want me to just listen and not be 'supermom' "Here to save the day"

I'll be the first to admit I've made lots of mistakes and don't want my kids to follow in my footsteps. But it is so hard to give them enough rope to hang themselves, to let them find out the hard way. I guess all their little (and big) trials and tribulations just make them stronger huh?
I just want them to know WHATEVER they are going thru, even if I can't walk you thru it. I'm here, to help or just to listen. They will always have my unconditional love. Not my unconditional support....monetarily or otherwise. I don't have to agree with it to accept it. But I will not....ever turn my back on my kids. Thank you, Thank you very much. I feel much better now.

People Change, Circumstances Change, Seasons Change. God NEVER does.

Have you ever gotten some news, that you wish you'd never heard? It probably won't ever effect anyone but me. The one who told me said they were over it, and okay with it now. But now I will worry that they're really okay. I was left out of the loop and can't do anything about it now. yuck.

We had a youth tailgate party at church night. Had some good food and games. Thanks Daniel and Candace for planning. Thanks Shaun Miller for grilling and Thanks Michelle Walker for the ice cream no one remembered to put away and Susan Knopf for the delicious brownies with the andes mints in them.
I just amazed people with my knowledge of unimportant facts ie: What sport first used the term homerun? Here's a hint. It wasn't baseball, football, or soccer.
We had a great speaker. He touched a few of the youth's hearts. Some had questions, some made professions of Faith. I'm lucky to be able to watch the Lord at work in the lives of these kids!

On Schedule for tomorrow:
Fun in the Sun day at school. We'll let the little ones go outside and play in probably 6 inches of water in some kiddie pools. Might have a sprinkler or two. Throw in a few cups to put water in and dump it out...and we've got a real party!! Let's hope the parents remember the towels, sunscreen and dry change of clothes.
And for rest of the family:
Hubby work as usual.
Daughter....school and afterschool band. I promise not to fall asleep and forget you like last week!

Have a good night! Please remember Billy Campbell in your prayers, he had a rough day.

oops almost forgot:
Shout out to Sandi Kemp and Carrie Strang. (only Sandi gave me permission to use her name. But I ain't skeered of Carrie!

Things I am Thankful For Today:

1. My Lord and Savior.
2. My wonderful husband
3. 2 great kids, who are trying to find their own way in this crazy world!
4. 2 stable jobs (for the time being) Hubby's brings in the bacon. Mine is just gravy, but I feel for the many who have no job.
5. Friends and family who support me, and love me...even when I'm not very lovable.

Things I need to pray for Today:

1. Mr. Billy Campbell, Velnors dad, still in the hospital with very low blood pressure. I just love this man. What you see is what you get. He has led a long and happy and apparently very funny life. He keeps me laughing.
2. Family members......I'm not sure that all of them have a relationship with the Lord.
3. Myself---I work everyday to be a good example for my children, the 2 year olds at work, and the youth at my church. Remember to keep me in your prayers that I do a better job of letting the kids see Jesus thru me.

On My Mind

25th High School Reunion. July 25th, 2009

May not mean much to others, but to me it means: I have to go into this thing looking as good if not better than I did at the 10 and 20 year one. You know everyone keeps up with it. You know you go hoping everyone else has aged at least as bad as you, if not worse. I hope I can remember peoples names. I hope no one has held a grudge all these years. I hope I didn't tell some big secret that will embarass me all these years later when people get drunk and tell everything they know. I hope I don't have to sit at a table by myself. I hope the guys that I had crushes on are fat, bald and divorced. Just kidding!! I don't wish divorce on anyone.

I mostly hope that no one ever felt....dispespected by me. I hope I never made anyone feel left out of the crowd. I hope we can all get together and have fun, compare pictures, laugh at ourselves and just remember the past, for what it was....the past.

See ya!

Where there is HIS will, there is a way.

I have come up with a few questions. If you have answers, please let me know.



#1 When a teenage daughter says " Now, first Momma, just listen to the whole question before you say anything" Why is that never a good thing?

#2 Why is it when your husband hurts your feelings, it's your fault you 'got' them hurt?

#3 When a sentence starts out 'Don't take this the wrong way' I always know someone is going to say something really stupid ( i mean hurtful)

That's enough for me today. When I solve these mysteries, I will ponder some new ones.

Daughter's home, ran straight upstairs......the same girl who wants me to scoot over and give her my warm spot in the bed in the mornings...is to busy to talk to me at night. Tonight is Tuesday night...That means "Tuesday Night Pursuits" on the wildlife channel so hubby is set up on the sofa. Me, I'll go flip aimlessly in the bedroom until I find a makeover show.

See ya!

Why...did I think I could do this?

I am so NOT computer savvy. I'm not a writer or a very good speller. I do know that a lot of my friends say I talk a lot so maybe this will give them a break.



I have been married to Randy for 15 years. Have 2 children. Enjoy working with 2 year olds at a Mother's Day Out program. They call me a teacher...no formal training. I enjoy going to my church and helping with the youth group (student ministry). I love doing crafts and making things, even if my brother in law makes fun of me. No names...(Jason Ortiz)



I have a large extended family. I'm sure I'll talk about them a bunch. I'll probably talk about some of the youth group and I know I'll talk about those 2 year olds! They keep me young.



Let's see, biggest accomplishment lately....I walked 4 miles in the March of Dimes walk for babies! That's it. Must go check my facebook, email and get supper going.