Decending- Angel

Time away,...

noreply@blogger.com (Anjie) — Tue, 25 Aug 2009 13:10:00 +0000

I know! I've promised some of you that may or may not still be following this blog that I would keep you posted of my life in Africa. And I still intend to. At this time I'm not able to download pic until they have been shrunken down. So If you'll pls. bare with me a little bit longer, I'll be sure to try and get access as soon as possible.

Thank you to all my dear faithful friends and family who are faithful to keep up with my blog. Thanks! Love you all! Will be seeing u around.

And to those of you that may not know yet.. I've made it to South Africa, Durban. It's a new experience for us all with wonderful challenges and a lot to do. will have pics and stories to share with you as soon as all is in order. Muah!

Happy Mothers Day

noreply@blogger.com (Anjie) — Mon, 11 May 2009 15:46:00 +0000

To all you Mothers. Here's a little story a friend of mine sent you. I thought it was cute. Wishing you all the best. To all you Mothers.. You're the GREATEST!!!

During a commercial airline flight a dead-heading pilot was seated next to a young mother with a babe in arms. When the baby began crying during the descent for landing, the mother began nursing the infant as discreetly as possible.
The pilot pretended not to notice and, upon disembarking, he gallantly offered his assistance to help with the various baby-related impedimenta.
When the young mother expressed her gratitude, the pilot responded, "Gosh, that's a good looking baby...and he sure was hungry!"
Somewhat embarrassed, the mother explained that her pediatrician said nursing would help alleviate the pressure in the baby's ears.
The Air Canada Pilot sadly shook his head, and in true pilot fashion exclaimed, "And all these years, I've been chewing gum!!!!!!!!

Kaden's B-day

noreply@blogger.com (Anjie) — Thu, 07 May 2009 15:50:00 +0000

Today was my Baby Boy's Birthday, He's 3 (where has time gone?).. When asking him what he wanted for his Birthday He replied. " Candy, and sweets & Candy." Humm! Wonder what was on his mind that day. Of all the things he could have asked to have. Candy was the last thing I expected.

So I planned this Party for him.. We were going to go to the Incredible Pizza and all his 5 little Friends where going to come. As it happened. Only his best friend was able to make it in the end,To my great disappointment. But we still had his party anyway. And he had lots of fun. So I guess that's what mattered. Besides, His main interest was eating that Cake and playing some games.

I got pictures of this joyous event and will post them for all shortly.

Kaden's thoughts...

noreply@blogger.com (Anjie) — Tue, 05 May 2009 20:54:00 +0000

I went out just the other day with Kaden to run a few errands. We were just listening to music and being quiet. And out of the blue Kaden pops up and says.. "Mommy, are you Married?" so I say.. "No honey, Mommy's not married yet though I hope to some day. But why do you ask Kaden? What made you think that?" His reply..." Cause if you where married you'd be a Princess and I like princess'." I asked.."Is that right? Why's that?.. His reply " cause they are cute and pretty and I wanted u to be a Princess too."

Oh the wonders of a child's thoughts and desires. I could only smile. :)

The Round Rock Party

noreply@blogger.com (Anjie) — Fri, 01 May 2009 18:36:00 +0000

For those of you that missed out seeing the pics.

Trying to Blog again

noreply@blogger.com (Anjie) — Fri, 01 May 2009 16:24:00 +0000

Traveling to a Austin Party and back in the same day/night.

Wow!! Scary Ethan! Singing as we go on our merry waySleeping soundlyBehind the cam.Hard core driver. Sun coming up from the way home after pulling an all night er and having to drive home. I was so tired. But the sunrise was so worth it.

April Hang out at Caleb & Sylvia's.

Aaron playing pool"My favorite pose...I'm so Sexy yes?" :)Jaz & I MLF Rosie with son Laurence
Rick & Clare (Ricky:"see I told u I was sexy!") Gorgeous Clare Me with the ever so Hot ShellyLilianna

Ethan waiting to play poolJaz & SabatianEver adorable, Jamie So very Sexy

Fun at the Park

noreply@blogger.com (Anjie) — Mon, 16 Feb 2009 19:33:00 +0000

Happy Valentines Day!

noreply@blogger.com (Anjie) — Sun, 15 Feb 2009 06:31:00 +0000

Just a little something I put together for Valentines of some pictures I took and added the quote to.

" You can find love in Everything around you, all you have to do is look with the eyes of love."

Because I love you...

noreply@blogger.com (Anjie) — Wed, 11 Feb 2009 18:33:00 +0000

I miss my little sister Charity so much. She's moved on with my parents and I realize all that she was and is to me. Though I already knew it, sometimes missing people always gets you to thinking how much a part of your life they really are and what a difference they made. And it got me to thinking and wanting to put this in words so she knows just how very much she means to me.
So this is for you Charity just so you'll always know ....

Your the best sister in the world.
The greatest treasure, that special girl.
Always willing to see the need,
Gave so much, yet never made a peep.
I know I could never have made it thus far with out you,
you helped me through hard times, you were a friend to.
I can never express just how dear you are to me,
I love you so much, more then I showed it, more the you know it.
You are such a good sample of faith and strength,
Have such determination and grace.
Thank you for caring despite all my short comings and failings.
With all this I wanted to say, thank you so much for being my sister, thank you for caring in all the many ways.
I Love you!!!

Passing on a Smile

noreply@blogger.com (Anjie) — Wed, 11 Feb 2009 17:44:00 +0000

THIS IS WHAT SORRY LOOKS LIKE

This is what tired looks like

This is what bad spelling looks like

This is what intimacy looks like

This is what courage looks like

This is what 'good grief!!' looks like

This is what your tax dollars look like

This is what 'I can wait' looks like

This is what a blonde's car looks like

This is what cool looks like

This is what a helping hand looks like

This is what cold looks like

This is what an angel looks like

This is what a bad mood looks like

My life, or something like it

noreply@blogger.com (Anjie) — Mon, 02 Feb 2009 06:55:00 +0000

OK! Well I just wanted to write. Hope everyone is doing well.

Just thought I'd fill you in on what's been happening with me as I know some of you have asked.

Things have been really busy of late for me, I'm no longer living with my family. In fact this is the first time since having had my second child, give or take about 3 yrs now that I've lived with them. So this is a very new experience I'm facing.( Single and On my own.. for the most part) Thankfully I've been able to find a part time home with a good and giving friend. He's put the boys and I up for as long as our lease is around. Which now gives me 5 months more. Not to long. But better a place then nothing at all.
I'm currently really desperate and looking for another home I could join before my time here is up. (so just a shout out to anyone that may be willing to take my kids and I in this is for you.)

Other then that, things are doing fine enough. Kids have gotten adjusted to the situation here. A little on the bored side at times being as there are no siblings and other kids around to play with, but they are doing well. I do a small baby sitting job from Monday to Thursday for a 4 month baby girl. Which in a sense I'm thankful for cause it gives the boys something to look forward to and something to do, she's a pretty good baby and since I let them assist me with making her bottle and getting the things I need for her it keeps them happy with something other then just the two of them. It can be a little tricky at times trying to juggle giving the boys school and caring for her. But I've come to understand what our parents went through when we where little. You just learn to juggle it all out to where u have balance and are able to give both your 8 yr old school, and then within the hour or spaces where the baby sleeps your 2 yr old school, make lunch and clean around the house, plus have your own word time and that of your kids. So in all it's an experience I'm getting under my belt.... somewhat! :D And believe me I'm no saint, I'm not saying I've come close to mastering it. But it has helped me to understand a lot better what our mom's mostly had to do. GBT!

We have a good little set up here in( Houston still), in an apartment, 3 bedrooms,2 bathrooms, living and dining space as well. And a kitchen. When we don't have guest or visitors I have a room, the boys have a room and my friend as well. Thankfully too, a dear buddy of mine came to work with the guy I live with so during the day they are out and I'm home with the kids. By about 4ish the baby goes home with her mom which leaves me just enough time to clean, and cook dinner, and take the kids for some get-out. Like I said it's a lot different then what we've been used to but I'm not complaining. I sometimes feel like I have a little family that I need cook and clean for, which is a lot different then having to cook and such for a whole home. It's different for sure I'll give you that. But I think it's a good experience as well. so although my youngest misses his Grandma a lot, and my oldest my sister and brother which are more his age. All in all they are really doing well. We are doing well, and I have to say I'm proud of them given the circumstance.

And that about sums it up really, of what's been happening with me. And I wouldn't mind if you could all keep me in your prayers that I can find a good well rounded home.. especially one that has a good school situation for the boys. tks!

So that's me for now. Love you all!

Here I am !

noreply@blogger.com (Anjie) — Thu, 22 Jan 2009 18:33:00 +0000

It's been a long while since I've blogged. Got so much going on, I don't seem to find the time to get on line at all these days. But I miss you all and Love you much! Going to make up for it by posting a ton of pix. Hope you don't mind
. Mom and Dad @ Christmas
U. Mike and Kaden
U. Nate being Nate
Around Thanks giving my boys and I

My beautiful sisters & I
Kaden with buddy U. John

Having fun eating Ice-cream

Kaden and Cousin Leilani

The darkest hour is just before the dawn...

noreply@blogger.com (Anjie) — Sat, 22 Nov 2008 09:19:00 +0000

By: Norma W. Beaird, Copyright 2004
Though darkness looms within my heart, the Lord declares His power,
A mighty fortress in my storm, while in this midnight hour.

The darkest night's before the dawn, the clock is soon to strike,
And daybreak brings a miracle to change my broken life.

For hope is just a prayer away; my answer's coming soon,
My strength is in my God above, Who hung the stars and moon.

If we didn't sometimes suffer and endure some tribulation,
We'd never put our faith to work, a gift of our salvation.

For it's eleven fifty-five and all I see are clouds,
Clouds of darkness pouring rain upon this storm of doubt.

But even in the darkness I can see a ray of hope,
For night gives way to morning and the sun is soon to show.

So I will follow word by word the truths within the Bible,
God's promises will come to pass to overcome these trials.

What do I have to lose today for everything I've tried,
Will never work without the Lord, Who wants to be My Guide.

It seems that things are getting worse while I must sit and wait,
But Jesus will arrive on time, for He is never late.

You may be in a midnight hour, praying while you're hurting,
Don't try to bear this by yourself; the Lord desires your burden.

And just as there's a midnight, you can know there is a dawn,
The night won't last forever, then your trial will be gone.

For life is like a circle and we all must go around,
Sometimes we walk on rocky roads that lead to stable ground.

But when the midnight passes and the sun begins to rise,
We'll understand how faith in God has brought us through our night.

For it's the midnight hours, not the brightness of the day,
That gives us testimonies while it teaches us of faith.

One day I'll be a blessing in God's strength, His hope and power,
That I am who I am today because of midnight hours.

Never give up

noreply@blogger.com (Anjie) — Thu, 20 Nov 2008 21:40:00 +0000

During word time this morning we read the Gn "Apples of Gold". I know it was something I really needed to hear and I'm sure a lot of others I know could use to, so I thought to share some key notes that stuck out to me for all your encouragement as well. It's a little long. But for any of you that may be going through any sorta trials and just wondering what it's all for. This will be a big blessing in your life, as it was something I really needed to hear myself.

Apples of Gold part 1 #3644

Compilation

The Lord has promised that He will never give us more than we are able to bear. But sometimes it does seem as though He gives us more than we can take. Our Husband has said before that we should look at such times as a compliment—that if He's asking the seemingly impossible of us, He knows we can make it, that we're strong enough, that we have what it takes. But that's very different than the way we carnally view such times, often feeling instead that the Lord doesn't really know what He's doing, that He doesn't love us very much, or else He wouldn't ask so much of us.

15. So if you relate to anything I've mentioned here, or if you're battling or struggling in any area of your life, here are the Lord's messages of encouragement for you. If you feel like you've reached your breaking point, let His insight and understanding of the situation spur you on to keep up the fight!

16. (Jesus:) The lives you are living for Me, and the things you are accomplishing, are on par with that of any of My greats throughout history. So it should be no surprise that your trials are equally as great. You are in the thick of warfare against the Enemy. This is your life, your struggle, your war, your mission field, your life's work, and also your victory.

18. It might have seemed to them at times that I didn't always answer their prayers, or that I allowed things to be rougher on them than they thought they could bear. But it was those rough times and those obstacles that caused them to burn so brightly for Me, and that will continue to make them a living sample of dedication and love for Me from those days till now and beyond into eternity.

19. It's the same with you, My Family. "In the world ye shall have tribulation" (John 16:33). It's as clear as can be in My Word. This Earth life is a time of hardship and pain, difficulty and loss, struggle and so much hard effort. That's how life is for you who are burning the brightest for Me. I could deliver you. I could answer each one of your prayers. I could remove all the friction and let you glide effortlessly through life. But that wouldn't be Earth. That would be Heaven.

[23. (Jesus:) A key to help you make it through times of testing is to remember that I never promised smooth sailing, but I do promise to get you through the storm. Let the present-day tests propel you through the storm and help you to be a support and blessing to others, because you have been in their shoes and know what it's like. Fear not the testing, but let it move you in desperation to be My vessel.]

24. It's the struggle that strengthens you. I make the simulations the hardest for the most skilled. Nothing less would be a test for you. Nothing less would improve your skills. Nothing less would even satisfy you. And all of you are that caliber of people. Of all the billions of people in today's world, you are some of the few who have risen to do more for Me and for others, to sacrificially lay down your lives, dying daily that others may live.

25. With your daily efforts you are carving your names beside the greats of history. Thus, your trials will be no lighter than theirs. You admire the missionaries who fought through so much and who lost health and loved ones and children and lands and even lives for My sake. You hold those men and women in high esteem, and you wonder if you could do what they did. My loves, you are doing it. I am making your tests just as arduous. I am making your time in this battlefield no less hot.

27. In all of this you battle most of all in your hearts and minds. You wonder where I am and where My power is. You wonder why I haven't saved you, and why I haven't made your load easier and your burden lighter. You wonder if you're doing something wrong. You wonder if I'm angry with you, and have decided not to lend you My help or support as I have promised. You wonder if the Enemy's power is greater than Mine. You wonder if it's a lost cause to serve Me on this Earth. And, yes, sometimes you even wonder if I'm really here at all. Or if I am, if I really care and really love you—for if I do, why would I let you struggle so?

28. But what you see as your struggle I see as your glory. I would not rescue you for all the world! This is the trial that is bringing the crown! This is your martyrdom. Some are called to die once for Me in body. Others are called to die daily for Me in spirit. I do not set one above the other. Everything that you're going through now, everything that's so difficult and painful, is making you worthy to be My stars, My greats, My called-out ones.

29. I am not doing this to you: You have chosen this life for yourself. Any of you could quit your service to Me at any time. You could go back. You could run off the ice and put your clothes back on. But you don't, because you want that crown. If you stopped struggling against the flow of this world, you could find temporary peace, you could have a break. You could stop living for Me and stop being so revolutionary, but at what price? It's a price that you're not willing to pay—to gain the world, but lose your crown.

30. You are willing to continue this struggle because you love Me, and because you're willing to stand for My truth and to obey My Word no matter what it costs you. I look on and I marvel. I shed tears of alternating sorrow and joy—sorrow, because it hurts My heart to see you who I love enduring such pain and such wounds; joy, because I know that you will someday be rewarded for each trial to such a degree that it will make every difficulty seem meaningless in comparison with the glory you will receive.

31. Yes, My loves, I watch you and I am filled with pride and admiration as a result of what you endure for Me. You are making it, you are coming through your own personal tribulation, and you are remaining true. Life is difficult, and you are choosing not to be rescued from it. You are choosing not to make it any easier on yourselves so that you can win the crown that is rightfully yours. So many voices are telling you to stop and telling you to give in, but you don't listen.

32. In your moments of greatest pain and agony, sometimes in a few fleeting seconds you lose focus and you wonder why I don't help you. You forget, and you think that I am the One causing this pain. This is when I want to draw close to you and comfort you. I want to encourage you and tell you that I am so proud of you for fighting for Me. I want to remind you that this pain is not My doing, but is your love gift to Me. Your struggle and the wounds you acquire are the wounds received in battle for My banner, and for this you are gaining great eternal glory.

33. You look at the martyrs and the missionaries of the past and you wonder if you could do what they did. My Family, you are doing what they did. Every single one of you that battles for Me in this Endtime army is right here, right now, doing what they did—doing equal to their sacrifice and equal to their struggle in My eyes. You are proving your love for Me moment by moment, day by day, step by step, by continuing to undergo all that you must in order to be here for Me, fighting in this war, and enduring all that comes with being a revolutionary Christian in this world gone to Satan.

35. There is much pain, but someday there will be much reward. There is much sacrifice, but someday there will be much glory. There is much heartache, but someday there will be much comfort. There is much confusion and much doubt, but someday you will see Me face to face.

36. Have courage, My dear ones, and know that I am here for you always. I lift the load when I can, and I promise that I will never allow you to be crushed beneath it. I will not take the load from you completely, but you have My word that My grace will be sufficient for you. I can't make the battles any easier or the tests any lighter, because these battles and these tests are among the main reasons you're on Earth in the first place.

37. I know that in your hearts your desire to come to Me victorious through many storms and much tribulation is more important to you than sailing through life with ease. You are all real fighters, seasoned warriors, and your lust for victory despite the sting of strong battles is more important to you than anything. That's why you signed up for this Earth life in the first place.

38. Though you do not remember this now, I do. You are a volunteer army. You're here because you chose to be, and because you want that crown. The honor and glory that is up for grabs is something that you desire. And when you come here, when you receive your reward, when you see what's been awaiting you all along, there will be thousands of you whose first thought will be that you wish you could turn back the clock and do it all over again.

41. So you must make the most of your life on Earth. You must learn to enjoy the trials, to expect them, and to count it all joy and honor when you experience ongoing battles and numerous fiery trials (James 1:2). They are a huge portion of the reason that you're here at all, and if it weren't this challenging and this tough, you'd never have bothered.

42. Remember that there are limits, and that I'm not going to push you beyond them. I may allow the intensity to be turned up, but only because I know that you have the skills and the guts to match. I will not let you be crushed by your burdens, nor killed by your battles. It won't happen. This is My word.

43. You can overcome! You can make it! You don't have to give up your faith! It's not much longer now. Only a little bit further. You've come this far, don't give up. Keep going for Me! Keep fighting. You can do it! I know you can!

44. (Jesus:) Battles and problems you will always have with you in this life, but victory comes simply through looking to Me. Trust Me, and obey the things I tell you to do, no matter what circumstances you find yourself in, even if you do not understand. If you believe, even if you don't see the fulfillment, this is the greatest faith, and this means I can use you however I want in order to fulfill My will.

45. Moses did not understand how I would help him make it through the Red Sea. Gideon had no idea how I would help him to win the battle with only 300 men. Noah had zero understanding of boats; he didn't even know what a boat was, and it took him 120 years to find out. He couldn't see the end picture when he started recording the dimensions for that ship. He had no idea what the end would be. He simply followed Me one day at a time, one step at a time. He refused to give up, or give in to the crowds who were mocking him. He fixed his eyes on Me and kept them there. That's how he made it through 120 long years—taking things one day at a time, by faith alone.

How to Face the Lion

46. (Jesus:) There is a story that I want to tell you. It's a child's story, which some of you may have heard before. It's about a young boy who is trying to make his way on horseback to a land of promise, but the boy's entire journey seems beset with encounters with lions.

47. During the beginning of his journey, when lions pursue him and another nearby traveler, they end up journeying together for added safety. At another time, just as they are trying to reach the safety of a city in advance of some evildoers, and think they may not make it, another lion pursues them. This causes them to expend even more energy and strength to reach the gates of their desired haven.

48. Finally, the boy, exhausted from his journey, is trying to find his way on a foggy path to a place of shelter where he can sleep for the night. But he can't see the way, and soon realizes he's lost. And if that isn't bad enough, he hears a lion's growl just in front of him. That was the last straw for the boy. He didn't care to run or hide or try to fight off the attacker this time.

49. "Fine, eat me!" he says. "I don't care anymore. My life is horrible and everything goes wrong for me." But to his surprise, the lion talks to him and asks him why he feels like his life is so horrible.

50. The boy goes on to expound on all the difficulties of his journey, making mention of every encounter with lions. He says that surely he must've had the worst life of all because everything always went so wrong. Then he asks, "See, don't you now agree that my life is cursed?"

51. The lion responds, "No. Instead I see that your life is blessed." Shocked, the boy asks him how, and the lion replies, "There was never more than one lion with you on your entire journey. And I was that lion.

52. "I was the one who chased you at the beginning of your journey so that you would travel with a companion. I was the one who scared away hungry animals at night, even though my growls also scared you. And when you were running for safety in the city, I was the one who chased you just when you felt like you had no more strength left.

53. "Through chasing you I gave you the strength to run harder than before so that your pursuers wouldn't catch up with you. And now, when you are lost and feel at the end of your rope, I am here with you to show you the way home."

54. My loves, through this simple, childish story, I am trying to show you a great truth. You see, I am that "Lion" in your life. I am the One Who has allowed each of the difficulties—the "lions"—in your life, even the "last straws" that you felt were certainly more than you could take.

55. I don't do this to make it hard for you, and not even for the sole purpose of making you stronger. I do this to preserve you, to keep you, and to ensure that you will make it safely Home again. The main reason I allow difficulties in your journey is truly for your own benefit, because I see that without them you wouldn't reach My destinations in time, you wouldn't gain the sweeter benefits of closeness with others which gives you strength and the will to keep going, you wouldn't reach the end of your rope where all you're depending on is Me and My ability to help you through.

56. I know that from your vantage point, these "lions" of difficulty aren't a benefit to you at all. Sometimes they make you have to run harder when you feel like you've already used up all your strength. Sometimes they make you journey down a path that you hadn't planned on taking, a route you hadn't foreseen for your life. Sometimes they push you to your limits—to the limits of your faith, grace, patience, and endurance.

57. You hardly see these "lions" as good things at all. How you wish you could journey without them! What a pleasant trip that would be. You could enjoy the scenery. You could stop for long rests at reservoirs and oases. You would even be safe traveling alone. You wouldn't feel so pressed for time or so desperate, because there would be little to alarm you or hurry you along.

58. Yes, that might be a pleasant journey. But if left to go at your own pace, I can assure you that you wouldn't reach My destination for you in time. That might be a hard saying, but it's so true. While your spirit is willing to grow and change and overcome, I know that your flesh is weak, and if you did not have these "lions" that tried your flesh and your spirit, then surely you would not fight so hard for personal growth and progress, and to get to where I need you to be.

59. What is My destination for you? You hardly realize just how short time is. You don't realize that within your lifetime this world is going to come to its end. That's a magnificent thought. And if you are to be the rare and chosen few who usher in the end of the world, who stand tall and shine when all tribulation breaks loose about them, who work miracles in the midst of such opposition and impossibility, who carry My flame of revolution high in the night sky to lead and guide others to Me, who stand on the keys and stake their lives on the power of the keys—then there is no other way to be ready for the days ahead than My way.

60. It is because of My future plan for you on Earth in the last days—as well as your destiny beyond—that you must make this journey through the difficulties of life. I am making you ready for your destiny. I am preparing you to be those who know how to allow Me full possession of their minds and bodies, hearts and spirits. I am making you into the fulfillment of ancient prophets' dreams.—Those people who know their God and are strong, and who through their miracles, prove that God is (Dan.11:32; Rev.12:10,11).

61. That is why this journey. That is why these "lions." Ultimately I am the One Who is allowing each one of these specific trials and troubles to touch you and affect you in these different ways. The Devil could not touch Job until I gave him permission to, and so in essence, I was the One touching Job in those hardships that he faced and experienced.

62. I, too, am the One touching you through these great difficulties you are experiencing. I know how it tries you. "How long, O Lord?" You cry. "How much longer can I bear this? When will there be reprieve? Will there be reprieve? How much longer will this 'lion' chase and trouble and bother me?" Not for a moment longer than is necessary. Not for a moment more than you and I can handle together. Not for a moment longer than My grace can prove sufficient for.

63. No matter what I am using in your life to try you, I want you to fight to see My face in that "lion." I want you to look at that trouble, that grave difficulty, that battle that never lets up, and say to Me, "Jesus, thank You for bringing this 'lion' into my life. Thank You for being this prodding stick in my life, that is driving me more desperately to You, and that is keeping me directly on the path of Your will."

64. You must believe, too, that if I am allowing this difficulty and this "lion" to trouble you, then it will never ruin you or damage your service for Me—because I will never ruin you or damage you in any way. I might allow some hurt, pain, and tears. But what I allow in your life will always be for your good in some way, to aid you in the fight, to speed you along your journey, to give you greater strength of spirit. All that I am using in your life is for the purpose of drawing you closer to Me and making you even more useful to Me.

65. However, if you are feeling the hurt in a way that makes you feel like giving up and quitting, that is not My will. That is not My plan when I bring something into your life—there is always a purpose in everything. I will never bring you to the edge, where the only choice is to give up. The only edge I bring you to is the ending of your strength and the beginning of Mine.

66. Please trust that I know what I am doing in your life. Please believe that these difficulties and battles are compliments from My hand. I could not give you these deeper difficulties if you did not love Me so and if you did not wish to prove to Me that you are Mine forever. I could not trust you with such tough battles if you were not tough enough to face them. I could not be the "Lion" in your life if I did not know that you wanted to reach My destination for you.

67. Because you want Me, because you love Me, and because you have offered your life to Me as a willing and costly sacrifice, I am able to have My perfect way in your life. I am able to do what is necessary to lead you along the path of My will, to keep you close to Me, and to ensure that you reach My destination for you in time.

68. Not only do I allow these "lions" to try you and keep you on your toes, but also to protect you and to keep you from harm, to keep you from making wrong choices, to keep you in the center of My will. I also use them to draw you nearer to Me, where you can find sweeter comfort and deeper faith. I use them to show you that only I know the way, and that when you come to Me lost and weary, I am always ready to hold you and to help you to find your way.

69. I love you so dearly, and that is why I have chosen to be so intimately involved in your life by having My hand in all of these things that I allow to touch you and try you. In this way I can be sure that nothing will harm you, and that all things will go according to My plan and desire for you. "I am with you always, even unto the end of the world" (Mat.28:20). And sometimes My presence is more strongly felt when in the form of afflictions and trials and difficulties.

70. So please don't fear this continued journey ahead any longer. I'll still always be with you. We're making good time, and you are growing and learning just as I need you to. You've come so far already. Please don't give up now. I'm right here beside you, trotting this trail with you, experiencing every twist and turn of this adventure with you.

71. Don't fear the testings or difficulties, because they're coming from your dearest friend—Me. Knowing that, have peace and believe that nothing can harm or damage you, because I won't harm or damage you. I know just what you can take and I will never suffer you to be tempted more than you are able to bear.

72. If you ever feel like what I'm asking of you is too much, or you feel like quitting, remember that that is not My voice, but the voice of the Enemy. Even when things are extremely difficult and I allow trying circumstances in your life, I will help you to make it. It is only the Enemy who wants you to give up, to accept defeat. So rebuke him when he tells you that you just can't make it!

73. When it feels like too much to bear, tell Me about it. You can ask for time out, because I'm your Friend and Love, and whenever possible I'll stop the chase to comfort you, or give you a time of reprieve. I'll calm the storm to wipe away your tears. And whether the difficulties end or continue on for longer until My purpose has been accomplished, I'll always ease the battle by carrying you. I love you, and I only want to see you make it. This is your desire, too.

74. This is what we, together, agreed on before you came to Earth for such a time as this. I know you want to make it, so I am helping you to fulfill your desire. I know that you don't want to fail Me. Before leaving for Earth, you made Me promise that I would do whatever it took to keep you close to Me, to keep you on the path of My will, and to make sure you didn't fail Me.

75. I promised that I would do whatever it took, as long as you were yielding, surrendering, obeying and desiring Me.—And you are. Today you are yielding, today you are surrendering, today you are obeying, today you do desire Me, and so today, I am staying true to My promise by doing whatever it takes to keep you close to Me and to keep you fulfilling your destiny, what you came to Earth for.

76. Sometimes it hurts Me to do this, because I see that you don't remember the vow we made together. I see you cry, and you feel like I'm failing you or hurting you or that I don't love you anymore. But that's not true, My dearest. Please believe that in all of this I am simply remaining true to My word, and I am proving My love to you in a greater way than you can understand right now.

77. I am doing whatever it takes—even though it hurts you at times, and even though it hurts Me at times—to keep you close to Me, to help you to fulfill your mission, and to ensure that you do not fail what you have set out to do. This is what you asked Me to promise to do for you, and I have never broken a promise.

78. Please trust Me. That's something you can do to make this easier for Me. When I see that you trust Me even when you don't understand why I've allowed something or done something in your life, that brings such joy to My heart. Then, instead of sorrowful tears upon seeing you doubt My love for you, I cry tears of joy and pride and faith at seeing you trust Me in spite of it all!

79. If you'll promise to trust Me, even when things go contrary to how you expected, even when things get worse than you imagined possible, even when it seems like I'm going back on My word and failing you, then I too will continue to fulfill My promise of doing whatever it takes to keep you, to preserve you, to lead you, to ensure that you do not fail your mission, even if it means allowing some troubles and pain.

80. This can be a renewed vow of love between us—a deeper, sweeter vow than ever made before. I love you. You're My wife, and in all of the difficulties of life I'm only doing what is necessary to make your journey and mission on Earth successful, and to bring you Home again in the condition that you asked Me to—victorious and triumphant!

Pix from Teachers Meeting

noreply@blogger.com (Anjie) — Fri, 14 Nov 2008 01:46:00 +0000

The Best ever... The winery. Nothing like good bread, olives, cheese and good wine!

What is life without a Karaoke night.

Group Discussions, praise teams, Group shots.

Basketball boys

Fun, fun people

Meal times are so much fun!

SuperMan Kaden

noreply@blogger.com (Anjie) — Thu, 13 Nov 2008 19:34:00 +0000

We took the kids to a Church near by for a out door Halloween event. Ethan was sick, so he had to stay home, but kaden was able to go and came back ranting and raving about his evening and was so happy with the costume he had. He really played the part too. Was so cute!

Johnny & I

noreply@blogger.com (Anjie) — Wed, 12 Nov 2008 01:02:00 +0000

LIFE WEARS A COAT OF MANY COLORS.... AND FACES! :)

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# 6

"It's ok Anj... Your not that Old!"

Opps!! Lost my wish. (It's ok didn't expect it to happen anyway:( )

A friend of mine came over for couple weeks for business. It has been long since seeing him, and the nice part was that he was able to stay for my Birthday. We lived together when he was 16 and I was 19 and always had alot of fun, am always able to relax around him. And were real good at being foolish together as well.. As you'll see.

So much to catch up on..

noreply@blogger.com (Anjie) — Tue, 11 Nov 2008 20:52:00 +0000

OK ! So this is bits of our little family reuion.. Always there is one of us missing in the gang. But this was the most of us getting together for the first time in. My Oldest Bro and his wife and kids were there.. First time I've seen him in 11 yrs.. Then my two other sisters. And my other bro, and the rest of the family of course. So much fun.. You'll see some of the action.

Soccer match

Livi & Kaden

Kaden

Charity

Bex and Leilanni

Family. Dan and Dad where behind the cams.

Bro Nate

Us older ones.

...Look lets just face it.. I'm not really into this blogging thing as much as I would like to be.. In all honesty I have to say I just don't have all that much time. Especially when I have a ton of pic to download. But I do this for you all. So.. Let's make up for lost time, as I always do. Ha!

Sixth Gear MV

noreply@blogger.com (Anjie) — Wed, 08 Oct 2008 02:44:00 +0000

I saw this music Video of Stem on a friends blog, and just loved it so much that I have to post it myself too. I know you'll love it. It ROCK!! :)

Types of Kisses for all u lovers

noreply@blogger.com (Anjie) — Tue, 07 Oct 2008 20:33:00 +0000

Found these little kissing suggestions and just couldn't pass up sharing them all with u. I'm sure a lot of them have been done over and over, but who knows. Enjoy! All you who are able keep on kissing on!!! :x

Types Of Kisses

Below you will find a variety of kiss types. If you find some that catch your fancy,
feel free to try them :-)

Butterfly Kiss - With your faces less than a breath away, open and close your
eyelids against your partners. If done correctly, the fluttering sensation will

match the one in your heart.

Cheek Kiss - A friendly, "I really like you" kiss. Often the preferred kissing method of a first date. With your hands on your partner's shoulders, gently brush your lips across her cheek.

Earlobe Kiss - Gently sip and suck the earlobe. Avoid louder sucking noises as ears are
sensitized noise detectors.

Eskimo Kiss -
With your faces less than a breath apart, gently rub your noses together.

Eye Kiss - Hold your partner's head with both hands and slowly move their head in the direction you wish your kiss to go... then slowly kiss up towards your partner's eyes and give them a tender kiss on top of their closed eyes.

Eyelid Kiss - While your partner is resting/sleeping with eyes closed, very very gently kiss the spot right below their browbone. A very intimate kiss.

Finger Kiss - While laying together gently suck on their fingers. This can be very seductive and pleasurable.

Foot Kiss - An erotic and romantic gesture. It may tickle, but relax and enjoy it! To give a toe
kiss by gently suck the toes and then lightly kissing the foot. It helps to gently massage the base of the foot while performing the kiss.

Forehead Kiss - The "motherly" kiss or "just friends" kiss. The forehead kiss can be a comforting kiss to anyone. Simply brush your lips lightly across the crown of their head.

Freeze Kiss (or Melt Kiss) - Experiment with this fun kiss. Put a small piece of ice in your mouth, then open mouth and kiss your partner, passing them the ice with your tongue. It's an erotic and sensual french kiss with a twist of cold.

French Kiss - The kiss involving the tongue. Some call this the "Soul Kiss" because the life and soul are thought to pass through the mouth's breath in the exchange across tongues. Surprisingly, the French call this "The English Kiss".

Fruity Kiss - Take a small piece of fruit and place between your lips (juicy fruits such as grapes, strawberries, small pieces of pineapple or mango are ideal). Kiss your partner and nibble one half of the piece of fruit while they nibble the other until it breaks in half, allowing the juice to run into your mouths.

Hand Kiss - Gently raise her hand to your lips. Lightly brush your lips across the top of her hand. Historically this kiss was performed with a bow, which showed deference to a lady.

Hickey Kiss - The object is not to draw blood, but to gently leave a mark that will prove your interlude was not a dream. This is often included in erotic foreplay.

Hostage Kiss - Cover your lips with tape and get your love's attention. When they come near, make noises like you're trying to tell them something and motion as if you can't get the tape off. Once they remove the tape from you to hear what you're trying to say tell them: "I've been saving my lips all day just for you!" Then kiss your love passionately!

Hot and Cold Kiss - Lick your partner's lips so that they're warm, and then gently blow on them. The sudden cold blast makes for a sensual explosion, and they will often try it on you next, as well as get very passionate.

Mistletoe Kiss - Surprise your lover by capturing them with a gentle holiday kiss under the mistletoe. This is also a good method for shyer individuals to steal a kiss from a potential lover.

Letter Kiss - Send your lover a kiss in a love letter by writing the letter x several times in a row at the bottom of a letter such as XXXXX.

Lick Kiss - Just before kissing, gently run your tongue along you partners lip whether it be the top or bottom one depending on the position of your lips. Very sensual.

Lip Sucking Kiss - When kissing gently suck on their lower lip. This can be very exciting.

Neck Nibble Kiss - Gently nibble up and down your partners neck. End with a gentle kiss on the lips.

Nip Kiss - This kiss can create a very erotic sensation. While kissing your partner, ever so gently nibble on their lips. You must be very careful not to bite to hard or hurt your partner. When done correctly, this kiss ignites wonderful sensations.

Reverse Lips Kiss - It involves standing above your lover and kissing them from over their head. This way, each kisser can take the hyper-sensitive bottom lip of thier lover in their mouths, and GENTLY draw blood to the surface of the lip by nibbling and sucking. A very sensuous, connecting kiss.

Searching The Cavern - Use the lips and tongue to gently tickle and kiss your lover's navel. Vary speeds and stroke to change sensation. Invigorating and intoxicating.

Shoulder Kiss - Simply come from behind, embrace her, and kiss the top of her shoulder. This is a sensual, loving kiss.

Sip Kiss - Take a small sip of your favorite drink. Leaving a little bit of it on your lips, kiss your partner. It is a unique way to create a sensual feeling and your partner will enjoy it.

Talking Kiss - Whisper sweet nothings into your partner's mouth. If caught in the act, simply say as Chico Marx, "I wasn't kissing her. I was whispering into her mouth."

Teaser Kiss - Starting on the forehead, a sweet short kiss on lips, then move up the arms up to her hand, kiss her hand, then come back up her arm, to her face and then lightly kiss her lips till she wants a passionate kiss.

The Buzzing Kiss - Gently place your lips against your lover's neck , behind their ear. Now, send a shudder through their skin by gently growling and humming, vibrating your lips and cheeks as you do so. Move up and down the neck, over the bones of the face and lips. Stimulating and erotic when done correctly.

The Whipped Cream Kiss - Dip your finger into some cool whip or whipped cream of your choice. Lick it off slowly, then embrace your partner and kiss them deeply letting their tongue slip over yours for a wonderfully sweet kiss. It's very seductive and passionate.

Tiger Kiss - Quietly sneak up behind your partner making sure they do not know what you are going to do. Out of the blue, grab them and gently bite their neck. Make sure to get a few good growls in too. This will surely surprise them.

Trickle Kiss - Take a sip of a favourite drink and trickle it slowly into partner's mouth while kissing.

Tongue Sucking - A variation of the French kiss. During an open-mouth kiss gently suck on your partner's tongue (not too hard because it may hurt). Very sexy :-)

Quickie Kiss - When you're in a rush. Often the nose gets it rather than the lips.

Vacuum Kiss - While kissing open-mouthed, slightly suck in as if you were sucking the air from your partners mouth. This is a playful kiss.

Wake Up Kiss - Before your partner awakes lean over and kiss their cheek and move over giving soft kisses until you reach their lips. Definitely a more than pleasant way to wake up.

Kiddy bday party in Austin

noreply@blogger.com (Anjie) — Fri, 03 Oct 2008 04:50:00 +0000

Playing with Daddy from the window
this little guy was just the cutest.
with my buddy pal Shelly
Birthday boys
Liz and Nicky
Cutting the cake
present time
Birthday party Cake
Such gorgeous gals
One of the Birthday boys
the good wishers
the adorable faces shared
Here they are. Just a little glimpse of it

Back again

noreply@blogger.com (Anjie) — Thu, 02 Oct 2008 03:33:00 +0000

Sorry I didn't post again, upon coming back home.. It has been hectic as my Oldest brother and wife is in town visiting with their family.. And I've not seen my bro for 11 yrs now.. And my internet has not been working for me either due to the storm ...So ya! Lot's of catching up to do.. I do however have pictures galore to post which I hope to be getting to you all sooner then later.
Our trip to Austin was one of great excitement and joy, as well as it's share of frustrations and endurance. But none the less me made it through. ( that in part mostly due to the wonderful Van we took which was supposed to be fixed only kept breaking down on us thus extending our stay there more. That and our electricity still being out back home.)
I want to say a special thanks especially to those of you that put us up while waiting it out. You don't know what a big blessing it was. Thank you.. Seth, Liz, Avy :) & Chelsey you made our stay there so pleasant and didn't once complain about the extended stay there, or anything else. Thank you so much for everything. Also to Katie and Gideon and Vic, who put my parents and the rest of the family up. Thank you for being so Hospitable. God bless you!
I actually enjoyed my stay there a whole lot. Got to visit the other home there, got to have a BBQ, water volleyball, etc. With all the wonderful Paone's. Had a kids b-day party as well. And went out clubbing. So I really had a good time in Austin and was glad for the opportunity to go. All to say, I'm back here now,thank you all for your prayers.. Love you lot's!

Taking a Trip

noreply@blogger.com (Anjie) — Fri, 12 Sep 2008 07:37:00 +0000

Leaving to Austin tomorrow. Going to spend the week end with friends. And hopefully dodge the Ike hurricane. Not that I wouldn't mind roughing it out, but when you have kids you think twice. So I'll keep you posted. Keep all the Houston people in your prayers. :)

My cute kidz

noreply@blogger.com (Anjie) — Tue, 09 Sep 2008 20:51:00 +0000

I think this is the funniest I just have to share it with you all.
Meal times is usually a hassle in it self for almost all kids. Well at least it is for my oldest as he's as picky as they get. So tonight I made Chicken Adobo, and warmed up some Lentils for those that desired it. So there was the choice between the two. With Kaden you basically just put a plate down in front of him and he's chowing it down. Ethan is another story all together, I have to basically force him to eat each time. Anyway, Kaden had eaten a little earlier as it was past 7 and he was hungry. The other kids came down just a tad later and so I go to make Ethan his plate, a little Rice... Mom-"chicken or Lentils?"...Ethan- "Chicken." Mom-"Ok! And all the kids have to have a little veggie, so I'm going to serve you a little okra, just 2 spoons." Ethan- "Mom do I have to, can I have lettuce instead?" Mom-"No Hunny, cause you do this about every time and you need to just eat what is being served." So the plate is made. And it's eating time. 15 min. later there's still nothing touched from his plate.. Mom- "you better eat or I'm going to have to send you to Grandpa or something. And you need to press in so we can get your brother and you to bed." Ethan-" Mom, do I have to eat it?" Kaden then pops up in the seat next to Ethan. Kaden-" Eat food... I call granpa" Mom- "Yes, eat your food and be a good sample to your little brother.." then kaden did the cutest thing... He picks up Ethan's spoon and says... Kaden-" Me feed you Ethan... Good boy, open." And proceeds from there on to clear the whole plate of food bite by bite into his big brothers mouth. It was so cute yet odd being as it should have been the other way around. But I found my way now of getting my eldest son to eat his food. With his little brothers coxing. :D He was putting those spoon fulls in his mouth so fast that we had to tell him to slow it down some so he could chew his food, but it worked. and with in less the 10 min. everything in that plate was gone.
Then to add to it all.. at the end Kaden made a big scene for Ethan, like we do when a child first starts going pee in the potty. So Kaden goes off... Kaden-" Good boy Ethan, Good boy! Eat all food, Good boy... Yaaaay!! Mommy, Granma, Ethan eat all food. Yaaaaaay! " With that we all had to put our hands together and clap. And thus the lesson was learned.... If you have an older child that has a hard time eating, send his younger brother in to help him. And you'll be amazed at the results. Valhalla! Empty plate, No whinny kid, meal done in seconds. And a happy little bunch. THE END!

Laying them out for you

noreply@blogger.com (Anjie) — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 07:59:00 +0000

My Little Family * was taken in a studio to explain the reason for the sign around us.

Watering the plants for Grandma
Hitting it up with his old Pal.
My Cutie
Lovin' Mommy oh so much!

Hope u like.