Decending- Angel

Hehe! Nervous Laugh

2009-12-01T12:04:00.000-08:00

If any of u are interested in seeing pics. Please go to my Face Book. I can't download pics here in Africa like I used to. Take to much bandwidth. Sorry! Love to all!

Time away,...

2009-08-25T06:10:00.001-07:00

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

2009-05-11T08:46:00.000-07:00

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

2009-05-07T08:50:00.000-07:00

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...

2009-05-05T13:54:00.000-07:00

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

2009-05-01T11:36:00.000-07:00

For those of you that missed out seeing the pics.

Trying to Blog again

2009-05-01T09:24:00.000-07:00

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

2009-02-16T11:33:00.001-08:00

Happy Valentines Day!

2009-02-14T22:31:00.000-08:00

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...

2009-02-11T10:33:00.000-08:00

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

2009-02-11T09:44:00.000-08:00

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

2009-02-01T22:55:00.000-08:00

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 !

2009-01-22T10:33:00.001-08:00

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...

2008-11-22T01:19:00.000-08:00

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

2008-11-20T13:40:00.000-08:00

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

2008-11-13T17:46:00.000-08:00

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

2008-11-13T11:34:00.000-08:00

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

2008-11-11T17:02:00.000-08:00

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..

2008-11-11T12:52:00.000-08:00

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

2008-10-07T19:44:00.001-07:00

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

2008-10-07T13:33:00.000-07:00

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

2008-10-02T21:50:00.000-07:00

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

2008-10-01T20:33:00.000-07:00

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

2008-09-12T00:37:00.001-07:00

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

2008-09-09T13:51:00.000-07:00

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

2008-09-08T00:59:00.001-07:00

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.

Chicks gone chicky :)

2008-07-02T13:12:00.000-07:00

So as things turned out, I went and spent my day off at the other home near by. Thought it was just going to be Shelly and I, but Nicole was in visiting so we all wanted to hang out together for our day off. And man was it a total different kind of day from any I've ever had or can remember ever having. I mean us girls just went girl wild and talked and talked about girl things, did girly things, and just had a whole girly day. From talking about make-up, clothes,food,weight,men (or the lack of :) ) so on so forth. It was strange really at some points, but all in all fun. (When I say strange I mean as in, "wow, I don't ever remember having these kinda topics or having like a whole "seminar" meeting on it as we are doing?")
It was truly funny, odd and yet a total blast. And I was so glad I was there in the company of so many awesome and wonderful females.. Let's see, how many where we? Ummm!!!.. There were Shelly, Nicole, Maria,Clare,Anna,myself, and for some parts Jaz (of Clare) and Nico (of Anna). Which reminds me Sunday night we also went back to the hippy days with Nico and sang all and any songs we remembered from back then. He's such a funny, fun guy. (was really great hanging with you all). Then Monday us girls ,4 of us. Shelly, Nicole, Maria and I had our word time, then went out and walked the mall a little, but our mission for being there was to get some really awesome, great smelling body massaging oil that Shelly had already had for our selves. So we went and got that from Bath and Body shop, and then milled through a few other female stores. And went out and ate at a Chinese buffet. Oh what fun and Joy! :) We came home and then watched a bit of a dumb movie, yet none the less a movie. One of those semi sappy kind. And then that's when we got into all the body creams,make-up ,kids, men and the works, you name it.. we probably cover it. Ha! So that's my wonderful,exciting Day off! Here are pictures we took as well just to start the day with. And some from that night too. enjoy!

(ps: you know who u are... it's only cause I love you! :) )

Day off with my sister Livi and Josh...

2008-06-25T13:00:00.000-07:00

So week before last was my day off and Livi was visiting us. So we decided to head out and watch a movie. Josh was next door fixing his house up so we invited him to come along as company, and where we glad he did come. ha! No it was just really nice, he treated us to a Movie and meal out with drinks. And then we walked around the woodlands mall area and took some photos. Sadly the camera didn't work all that well. But we still got some good shots of which I will post for you all. It was alot of fun.. We also tried to make a frog turn prince charming. Sad that it's just in fairy tails that it works. Ha!
We watched that movie with Ben Stiller, it was funny. And then we went t Chili's for Dinner. It was nice to just relax like that with other people. Thank God for days off, and people around to take them with. :) Love ya sis, was good having you here again.

It happens only in INDIA...TOP RATED

2008-06-24T21:18:00.001-07:00

I thought this was a funny little thing. For any of you men that want to make sure your wives stay permanent. hehe!

Seeing through the eyes of a Child...

2008-06-24T21:17:00.000-07:00

*In every real man a child is hidden that wants to play. ~Friedrich Nietzsche*A grownup is a child with layers on. ~Woody Harrelson* We worry about what a child will become tomorrow, yet we forget that he is someone today. ~Stacia Tauscher*A characteristic of the normal child is he doesn't act that way very often. ~Author Unknown

* While we try to teach our children all about life,
Our children teach us what life is all about.
~Angela Schwindt* Women gather together to wear silly hats, eat dainty food, and forget how unresponsive their husbands are. Men gather to talk sports, eat heavy food, and forget how demanding their wives are. Only where children gather is there any real chance of fun. ~Mignon McLaughlin, The Neurotic's Notebook, 1960
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2nd Year & Counting

2008-06-19T21:56:00.000-07:00

So my baby turned 2 May 7th, he's changing so much. I'm watching the baby turning into a man and just know I'm going to miss it. But he's the cutest and keeps me on my toes. Gotta' love him!
But here are the pics from his birthday. We had a little party at the Park and invited all his friends and little guys. I don't think he totally realized it was for his birthday, cause to him in his mind it was a place to play and have fun. But he enjoyed himself.

Saying Good Bye

2008-06-19T00:55:00.000-07:00

Ps : Any of you who may have any pictures they would like to add on contribute to please send them to me. tks

We Love you Mei!

A dear friend passed away while out jogging one night, so I just wanted to take a moment to remember her. Some of you may know her -Mei. Loved and not forgotten. You'll always be in our hearts. http://www.ksat.com/news/16514537/detail.html

:D Starting a New!

2008-06-19T00:30:00.000-07:00

OK! So I've kept you all waiting, can't blame a girl, after all she's been working her bum off. Well !! Let's just say I've kept myself really busy of late. Anyway here's some catch up pics for you. Love ya!

Morning cook out

2008-04-23T20:02:00.000-07:00

The kids had there friends over last week and I wanted to blog about it cause it was so cute.. they had a marshmallow party in the evening after dinner and made their own pit and fire.. And then for breakfast while I was dashing out the door I look outside to see them out there again making their breakfast over the pit.. with both my boys in the midst of it too. It was so cute they made tea, and their breakfast there. I had to get some pic' of it.

A visit...

2008-04-22T22:01:00.000-07:00

I failed to mention a couple weeks back we got a visit from some very dear friends of mine.. And of course my dear sister.. I was just going through my pictures and realized I'd not posted any of these. So I wanted to share these with all.. Hope you like them.. And thanks to all of you that did come and spend time here. It was the best ever for us, something thats not happened here in months. We've missed fellowship so much that we don't remember what its like... ish :P

Loser to a game we played though we all had our turn ,fun no ne the less.

"I think I'm really hot!" .. such a cutie

Singi.. ( I th in k t hat was a good shot)

guess who's eye people?

Kevin having fun fixing a bike I think that's what he's doing? Unless he's just beaming with joy...

So thanks livi, thanks Brian, Arthur, Singi, Sam and Shelly and Devon. We h ad a ball with u all.

Not much time left..

2008-04-21T23:48:00.000-07:00

It's coming to and end, and were so far from ready.. I mean what do you expect when your closing a home that has been around for a whole of what... 8 to 10 years now. But will pull throw this.. We just have a week left to go to be out and then three days to do all the touch ups and hand the keys over.. So please keep praying for us...
A little other happenings.. Livi you'll be happy to know we used the camera. Well at least for part of the shooting. So yes! Your good deeds are being put to use. I took some pics of Charity and her friends the other day as did she.. and will be posting some as soon as possible.. they where all really tired from staying up the whole night, the night before. But I believe they came out pretty good. For the lighting I had and the room and back ground. Not to bad.

Other then that.. I just can't seem to get rid of enough stuff to be able to move into this little house where going to. Mainly cause there is not alot of space to begin with. PTL! But I guess it's a good trimming down. So will see how that goes.

The kids are all happy cause we've not been able to do to much school with them at the time. So they are sorta having a few days off here. Kaden how ever no matter how busy we might be, if he don't get his school at some part of the day he'll demand it for the rest. :D I'm not complaining though, cause I would rather that then him not wanting it at all. And he already went through that part. So I'm happy he's now demanding school.

Anyway! there's to a little insight on my busy life. Hope you are all healthy and happy.

Working .. all good things come to and end.

2008-04-05T23:11:00.000-07:00

As some of you may know by now, it looks as though we are finally and I say it again... Finally.. closing down the South Houston Home. It's been up and running for close to 8 years now all together, and with just 5 of us we are going to finally let her go. It has been faithful to us right to the end, the bitter end. But all good things must come to and end, and this home has reached it's bitter end. In a sense it's kinda hard cause were saying good bye to alot of memories both good and bad.

So it's full gear to closing the home, then also trying to do all the other things we've got planned at the same time. And boy is it alot that seems to be happening. Next week we have planned to go to Mexico. And for the past two weeks I've also been working on a ladies house helping her clean and organize ( bigger job then you ever can imagine.) Then packing as well, and week end fundraising. When it rains it sure pours! All for the greater good though so I'm not complaining. Not to mention will be right next door to all the homes at last. So it's work work work month for us. With the fact that this home has been around for so long as well it's going to take alot more to close it then just a few weeks. But that's the dead line, so I guess will see how it goes.

So many changes, so much going on. Please keep us in your prayers. Tks so much!

Family Gathering

2008-04-04T22:44:00.000-07:00

Waiting at the airport
Nat arrives
Mom & us girls.. (look how they've all grown)
The gang
Kerri having a ball of a time with the off key waiters. (its cause she can sing just like them.) hehe just kidding.

So my brother Nathaniel came for a visit from the navy.(he's going to be a Officer soon.) And then it just so happen that my other sister Livi was going to be in the area at the time as well. Not to mention the great festive event of my sister Kerri's 24th birthday. So we had alot going. We also had Livi's team from Mexico staying with us as well, 4 guys and her. And then two more that joined to motley crew... All to say we were a full house for the first time in months.

We went out for Dinner. Dad, Mom, big bro, myself, Birthday sis Kerri, Livi, Bro John, and the baby of the bunch Charity. (Have to say it was the first time we've done anything like that in a long while. ) Only one missing was Dan... of the older ones. Last time there was a family get together I was the one missing.,thankfully not so this time around. Anyway, we had a great Mexican meal altogether. The food was good and then they brought us out the cake we had for her and sang to her. Now I don't know if it's something they do on purpose or that those guys just really didn't know how to sing. But they sure did know how to sound way way out of tune and off key that it made me laugh and cringe my teeth at the same time. Kinda made me want to get up there and practice some "doe, ray, me" with them. But... as not to embarrass myself I give in to listening and joining in on the off key merriment. It was a joyous occasion! :D

Then Kerri and Nat took Livi and myself out clubbing. We went to some of my sister's hang outs. We got a drink at the first bar we were at. Meet and were introduced to her friends as the "siblings", got some surprised, interesting,bewildered, "don't matter" looks. and then we moved on to our next club. Man! I have to say I think I'm really out of sorts with myself and I am so not used to going out there and doing that sorta thing any more. But being as I love dancing and having a good time, I was going to make the best of it. And since we were to be staying at the Club for the night I got my grove on and did some dancing. We got introduced again to more of my sisters friends and hang out buddies did some dancing with some. But all it in all was fun. I know how ever I'm not the same spring chicken I used to be. For I sat down a few many times more then I would have liked to have, or would have in my youth. (All blame to my failing knee's) Never the less... nothing was going to stop me from having a good time, and enjoying the rear occasion. By the end of the night.. this being close to 2 am we went to get some water, and I went to find a seat to rest my legs. I was sitting there by my lonesome watching the rest of my family near by, then I see to my right the guy a little ways of and since he's looking my way he says hi.. so I say hi back. thus bring him to starting a conversation of sorts with me. Thankfully enough he was no creep, just that to do some celebrating for a friend of his who was not able to be with them as he was sick with cancer and didn't have much time left but made them go out and have a good time for him.. so with that.. He got me thinking of my dear friend and I got to share that I knew were he was coming from, and that yes in that sorta situation you want to be happy for them and have a good time cause that's what they would want. And then as the conversation moved on I learnt that he had to to Croatia and loved it there. Mention Croatia to me at any given time, and you have my full attention... so ya.. he had a job that allowed allot of travel and cause of this he had gone to Croatia. So we talked about our lives, I got to witness to him and explain how I got to Croatia and how come I loved it there. And he couldn't have agreed with me more, nor I him. So that for me was like the cherry on the cake. I perfect way to end the night. And then we had to leave as the time struck 2 and it was closing time. Talked with a few more friends. Was told that I looked the youngest to the batch of us. Surprising enough. Still don't understand it as it was what I was told most the night by my sisters friends. But hey, I guess that's a plus for me, being that I was the oldest sis of the bunch. It was a great once in a life time night. I had so much fun, and miss those days so bad. Oh! Just to be crazy, wild and free. :D OK! So a big thanks to those that kept my kids for me that night. Shelly thanks so much Hun, you where a life saver. I would have missed out once again,but you came to my rescue. And then Charity who helped out in the end so I was able to go out dancing. Thanks so much sis. Love you both!

Here's some recent pics

2008-04-03T21:12:00.000-07:00

These are all different events, times and settings all from this year so far.

I know some of you have been expecting these for a while. So I shan't make you wait any longer. sorry for being such a delinquent blogger as of late. Lot's of new things in the air for us, so please keep us in your prayers. Tks so much!

I'm so very Happy...

2008-03-04T23:27:00.000-08:00

I finally got my computer back... (did you miss me... did you?)It's been two months of no personal computer, not that I've really missed it all that much. I went through the faze of not even wanting to get on line at all. Though I did miss hearing from my friends and Family, and got some disgruntle ones telling me I've not been unfaithful, alas, I'm here once again. Not sure how often but I'll be around. And will catch up on all the pics for you that you've been missing out on.

Love you all! Hope you all know it, no matter where I am, or what I'm doing... You're always in my thoughts and prayers. Hope and pray you all had a wonderful and inspiring feasting and tanking on the word. It was so awesome huh? I loved it!

Well I'll be back soon hopefully with treasures to be had soon enough I hope... those of you that care to can send a message or a post or whatever.. I'd love to hear from any and all. Kisses!

I'm still Alive

2008-01-18T14:51:00.000-08:00

Sorry for the absence of me... I'm still absent in fact though.. As my computer is still in the shop getting fixed. But I just wanted to let you all know that I'm here still.. Have pictures abundant to post.. Especially of my super cool and fun New Years party.. Anyway, love you all .. I'll still keeping myself abreast with all your blogs though. So I can keep up to date on what happening with you. will post some pics soon though hopefully. Muah!

Happy New Year!

2007-12-24T23:04:00.000-08:00

Merry Christmas with Love

2007-12-24T23:01:00.000-08:00

Hope and wish you all a wonderful, beautiful Christmas. With many happy memories, and many dreams and wishes come true. It's been so wonderful knowing you all thus far, and pray this year brings many more great things your way.
Love you all , your in my thoughts and Prayers. Merry Christmas & Happy New Year! From my family to you.
Anjie

Away...

2007-12-18T21:04:00.001-08:00

Ok people... I'm finally giving in.. My computer has been acting up for some time so I'm going to send it in to get fixed.. So if u don't see me around for some reason.. This is why. Love you all will be back as soon as I can.. Muah!

My little Bull

2007-12-14T23:40:00.000-08:00

These are with the bandage on.
Well I guess I've just reached the "every Mothers fears" ...what every mother wises they never have to see or hear. For it has befallen me..

I was out for a night off with a friend and get a call on my friends phone from my brother John about half an hour from leaving, saying " Anj, don't panic or anything but Kaden had a bad accident he broke a mirror and glass is everywhere but we don't know how bad he hit him self he's just bleeding alot." Me- " how bad is bad" Him- I'm not sure but there is blood everywhere and mom your other son and your two other sisters are crying..Me-" Well then it must be bad, do I need to come home?" Him- " No I don't want u freaking out to so you stay there and I'll call you when I know how bad it is.." Me" ok! Well let me know right away, maybe I'd better just come home anyway" Him- " No, just wait and I'll call you back."... 5 min's later I get a call back.. Him- "OK! Dad is going to the hospital but its not to bad. Me-" OK! I'm coming home tell Dad I'll be right there." Him- " He's already gone." Me- " What? How bad is it? Is he going to need stitches?" Him- " It seems so." Me- " Ok tell Dad I'm on my way home.. No I'll just go straight there and meet him there. Him- "OK! " So we get driving along and then I get a call from Dad... OK were at the Hospital. Kaden is going to need stitches and I'm going to need u here as soon as possible. Me- Ya dad were already on our way. Dad- " You need to bring you insurance papers and ID so I guess your going to have to go home but try to press in here cause they need u here." Me-"Ok dad! I'm coming." get home to a little ruckus ,have to comfort some worried family and tell them he will be ok.. and let them know its ok that he could have had the accident at any time with anyone of us. and that its not bad. Dash back to the car and head to the hospital..
Me (walking into the emergency waiting room) I see a child with a big white rap around his head. I think to myself... " I thought it wasn't that bad? that's not my child? he looks fatter? (walking closer to them) that is Kaden.. Oh my Lord he's covered in blood.. (All smiles)Ummm Dad How bad is it really? Dad and his usual calm self says.. Oh not that bad but he will need a few stitches.. then to my shock, Kaden pulls the wrap and gauze from his head and out pops this big bulge of flesh.. My reaction... 'OH MY GOD!!! IT'S BAD!!! IT'S REALLY BAD?" (In all this I have to say I was totally calm PTL, and thanks to a little glass of Margarita. :P) But just seeing it the way it was was enough for anyone to gasp out in shock/ horror.
They basicallythen zipped us through the waiting room to the the exam rooms and he was looked at right away.. Have to say it was pretty funny watching all the different folks come walking by from firemen , paramedics , doctors and those working at the hospital it self,with the look of shock, OOO's and Ahhhh... Ouches. that must have hurt.. what happened? and all that. I think I was able to put together a whole list full of " Get better soon,sympathy and the works cards" for him. I mean you would think those working and seeing that kind of stuff everyday would not be affected but everyone of them had something to say.. All where really sweet and said something nice to the form of "he's such a trooper... You mom! must be feeling it real bad... Sorry you have to experience it... and such" so it was really nice.

Then came the part for the stitches, Doctor comes in and I ask so what's going to happen here he's getting stitches, are you going to put him under? Nurse says.. Well he's two young so will just be nubbing the area of the wound and where going to have to strap him in this from neck to feet. ( Holding up to me a sheet) then he says you can either be here and he'll cry or to make it easier you can leave, though he will still cry cause of the pain... Right then and there I knew I had to wait out of the hall quarters for him to do the job. Cause knowing how I am when I'm hurt and my parents around only made me want to cry the more and fight the harder.. Plus I was getting close to the verge of crying knowing of the pain he might go through and didn't want to show my weakness to all those around.. So I voted to step out side.. I was able to watch the whole thing with out letting him see me either. And only when he got to crying more then I could handle did I move away a bit further. Praise the Lord.

He got 20 stitches in all in the shape of a Football but he was a real trooper. Once it was done. I gave him a shiner prize snack and changed his blood filled clothes. And he was good as new again.. Oh! and we learned with Kaden from one time past in a hospital that if you blow up a glove and make a balloon out of it he really likes it to play with... and loves to draw on it. So that helped to bid the time waiting.

So all was done.. Were leaving, thanking the nurse and Doctor for doing such a good job.. And Kaden pulls out his little charms and starts waving merrily and blowing kisses.. To the point that all who had been involved with him where all ... "Ahhhh! He blew me a kiss.. Oh so cute.. It got to the point to that the female nurse that helped us with the paper work and tested kaden's vitals and then the male nurse that had to hold kaden during the stitches where fighting over who got the wave.. it played out like so... "male nurse.. oh he waved at me... female nurse.. well he waved at me too... male nurse.. well I had to do the dirty work... female nurse.. well isn't the the best patient I've ever had and most grateful , he just blew me a kiss as well. male nurse.. well he still waved by e to me.. male nurse.. Oh look.. see your not the only special one he just blew me a kiss to.. :D I guess the lord was just using Kaden though he had just had a bad accident to show a little of the lords love to those around him.. And it sure worked cause all the way till passing the hospital he was still blowing kisses and waving. And all the nurses he passed up where not missed with out having had at least one of the two if not both. So my little Bull walked out of there with his head held high smile on his face though his head was bloody.. :) He was unbowed. The END

A meaning and reason behind everything...

2007-12-12T23:11:00.000-08:00

I got these from a friend from one of those pass on e-mails but thought some of them funny and cute. Can't help but post them for you all. :D
Learning and Growing.. All part of life.Be all you can be.Don't be lazy
Ouch! Watch out.

There are meanings behind almost everything. BEWARE!!!

Men Before Marriage...
Men Married. :P
The best looking OO's in gOOgle
Don't come to the US it will change your life. lol

The best place to take a nap.

Understanding & Encouragement

2007-12-11T21:25:00.000-08:00

Today I read Understanding & Encouragement and I liked these quotes and thought to share them with you.

* I want to read you something that describes the character of a visionary. You can be the same way if you want to and if you fight to be that way. Okay?

People are unreasonable, illogical, and self-centered. Love them anyway.
If you do good, people will accuse you of selfish ulterior motives. Do good anyway.
If you are successful, you will win false friends and true enemies. Succeed anyway.
Honesty and frankness make you vulnerable. Be honest and frank anyway.
The good you do today will be forgotten tomorrow. Do good anyway.
The biggest people with the biggest ideas can be shot down by the smallest people with the smallest minds. Think big anyway.
People favor underdogs but follow only top dogs. Fight for some underdogs anyway.
What you spend years building may be destroyed overnight. Build anyway.
Doing the right thing anyway, in spite of opposition or your own feelings, is the making of great men and women; it's the path to success.

The Charmer...

2007-12-10T11:12:00.001-08:00

...At such an early age. I'm already going to have to be watching out for the ladies around my boy. Jeanie come to visit us the other day and was talking with Kaden saying hello and such and winked at him. It was a real quick thing but we both caught it that after she winked at him he winked back at her. Now its a ritual that if any "LADY" winks at him he will wink back.
I had to dash and get my cam so you can all see it and enjoy it as we did. So here it is.

Family Day

2007-12-09T21:41:00.000-08:00

I was able to take the boys out for some Mommy time which is rear as most times I am fund raising this day. But thankfully it worked out this time so we got dressed with the intent to take some portraits and went out. Sadly we were not able to have our pictures taken. So we went to the water fall/tower and the two boys had some romp around and bonding time. It was so cute watching them play together and I got a few shots of this joyous moment before my batteries decided to die out.

To whom it may apply

2007-12-04T00:24:00.000-08:00

...There may have been times when I may have;
Disturbed you,
Troubled you,
Pestered you,
Irritated you,
Bugged you,or
Got on your nerves with all the emails I send or phone calls I make,
So today I just wanna tell you that...

I PLAN TO CONTINUE !!! :P
Have a blessed Day!

...

Declan galbraith - An angel

2007-12-02T01:30:00.001-08:00

This one is the same boy only he's older.. And his voice got stronger.. We used to sing this song going Restrant singing in Italy way back when so listening to it brought back alot of memories for me. And I do so love the song.
He goes really high at this one part.. Though I don't like the music video it self if you just close your eyes and listen to it. It brings the feeling and passion to it.

Declan - Tell Me Why - a children's tribute

2007-12-02T00:39:00.001-08:00

My sister passed this on to me knowing my passion for singing and good talent.
Listen to this kid. He's real good. I like the music video to this song as well, as gives a good message about the world the lost ppl and all those that are out there lonely and in need in this world. Just makes u want to go out there I make your little world a better place.

Thanksgiving Pics

2007-11-30T00:36:00.000-08:00

As promised for all you that may not have seen my younger sisters blog already.. Here are some pics of the
festivities we had with our friends in Austin.. It was a marvelous time.. GOOD MEMORIES!

My kids & I with the Tampico Ladies

Chris and Gideon playing scrabble

Richard having a swing at horse shoes.

Kaden & I

My cutie

Chris Yang taking his mid-day catch up nap. (couldn't resist)

Ethan... Wow!

The once little boys all grown up

The Reunion.

The day after Thanksgiving leftover crew.. ( I was just sitting there for the fellowship)

Mom and Victory having to much fun in the kitchen

Still here... Miss me?

2007-11-30T00:20:00.000-08:00

Well as it turned out.. I didn't make to taking that trip to Mexico at this time. To many situations, technicalities, rides, etc. So it didn't pan out.. It was like a roller coaster, one minute it was all go the next we're being held up.. In the end the kids and I got sick with a tummy bug.. and though thankfully the kids didn't have it as bad as me... We still got sick, which brought concerns to the home we were to visit and with that it all got called off.. Can't really blame them with the Christmas push being here and all.. So anyway.. PTL! All things work together for good.

So the rest of the home kids got the 24 hr bug.. And were all basically through the fires now.. TTL! Being as were not that big a home it went to all of us much faster then it would have if we were a lot bigger home.. So that's looking on the positive side of it. :D Only ones left standing are the folks.. Not sure if it's something that will go to them. Keep us in your prayers and that we get better real soon. TKS!

Thanksgiving..

2007-11-23T20:16:00.000-08:00

Our whole ( or what's left of it) family took a trip to Austin to see some very dear old friends Gideon and Victory and family. Which basically turned into an old "family"/friends get together of all of us that used to live in Austin close to 5 years ago now. Only ones really missing where some of our sisters. Kerri and Livi... and their sisters Mel and Heidi and then Tony and Jade and we would have had everyone together again. Oh I forgot to mention Mary Rose and a girl that was with her Ann and David Bubi where there as well also adding to the addition of those that used to live with us before. And Richard who was our next door neighbor.

Oh how the years go by....

None the less it was a great a glorious gathering and we had heaps of fun for the two nights and days that we were there. Chris Yang came over as well to join in the festivities. And we all had a great time. All the females did the cooking while the males watch Football and the kids played games and ran around.. There was horse shoes played during the day, chess and scrabble as well. Then at night after the wonderful Turkey dinner we had drinks to go around (which our bar tender Chris prepared for us) and a whole lot more fun and laughter bringing all those good memories back to life again.

As for pictures there are plenty for sure.. As myself,charity, Dad and Richard all had part in taking pictures. So as soon as I get them all together I'll be sure to post a bunch for u all.

HAPPY THANKSGIVING EVERYONE! @----,--

Taking a trip. LW!

2007-11-15T19:32:00.000-08:00

Well it looks as though there is a possibility that I'll be leaving for Mexico for a week or so. Going to go visit a home there and see how things are and visit friends there. But keep it in your prayers.. For My Friend that I am hoping to get the ride with is actually here in the States right now trying to raise the funds to get a new Van for her home. And if she is able to, which is just by faith. Then I will be able to make going with her. So all you prayer worriers please pray for a miracle of abundant supply of finances so that she is able to get this Van. Thus also making it able for me to go along with her. Thanks so much.

And if all works out which we have the faith it will, then my sons and I will not be around for about 1 to 2 weeks give or take. But have no fear I will return and have plenty to show for it.
Love you all.

...And because I will probably miss saying it to you all then.. HAPPY THANKSGIVING! Have a good time eating lots of yummy food. Drinking lots of good wine and drinks, and enjoying the wonderful friends and family and people you are with. Muah!

He takes a tumble

2007-11-14T20:58:00.000-08:00

So Kaden finally did I number on him self.. Of course I have to say it's not the first time it's happened. But I do believe it's the worse one yet.. And yet not that bad. TTL!
He was standing up on one of the flimsy chairs you always tell them not to get on and warn them about the dangers of falling and hurting themselves. But kids will be kids.. So it was bound to happen some day. We were just heading to see his dentist as well. So we almost canceled but I was determand to go ahead anyway. And it was totally fine.. He actually did really well with the Doc. She had asked him to open his mouth so she could brush his teeth and he opened up and she was all shocked, saying..."oh wow! He opened his mouth for me, no kids his age have ever done it willingly." Thankfully, he enjoys his teeth brushing time and because he got to sit in the cool dentist chair (which he loved) he felt so special and did wonderfully. TTL!

Annoying Headaches... seeing eye to eye

2007-11-12T02:10:00.001-08:00

Don't we all go through this at times?
While out with my son Ethan the other day we caught just this one part of the episode but after watching this my son laughs turns and says to me. "Mom that's the funniest thing ever,his mom was ignoring the little boy that whole time he was calling her, then when she finally answers him, all he wanted to say was hi... that's kinda what I do to you some times huh?" ...all we could do was laugh cause he was actually seeing it coming from another point of view and really got the picture of how annoying his nagging must be to me at times. But it also did help me see it on the other view point, where all he wanted was to say hi but cause his mom ignored him so long he kept at it till he got her attention.

Lesson learned? Don't wait till your at your limit with your child's nagging before giving them your full attention.

Family Day

2007-11-10T21:41:00.000-08:00

Sunday I was able to take the boys out for some Mommy time which is rear as most times I am fund raising that day. But thankfully it worked out this time. So we got dressed with the intent to take some portraits and went out. Sadly we were not able to have our pictures taken at the time. So we went to the water falls/tower and the two boys and some romp around and bonding time. It was so cute watching them play together and I got a few shots of this joyous moment before my batteries decided to die out.

Look but don't speak.

2007-11-09T22:45:00.000-08:00

I wanted to post these ever so nice men's chest just for the beauty of it. But I will not identify any ones identity. This post is really for the women.. "God gave us man so that we may enjoy!" So men you don't have to feel the need to comment. :) The last one is of course my favorite. Hehe!

Remembrances

2007-11-09T21:07:00.000-08:00

Oh how the years go by... I was just going through my older pictures of Lilianna and Kaden and came upon a lot of adorable and cute pictures which brought back lot's of memories and I can't help but post them. Time is sure passing us by and the kids are all growing up..Have to say they where a pretty good team,

Clothed- The band

2007-11-04T00:12:00.000-07:00

Not sure that's their real name for the band.. But they did use it the night I took these pics.. The lighting was terrible thus the reason for it being so grainy.. But I wanted to show off my guys to you.. And yes, some of you may say they are your men as well. But that's ok! To me, its just that simple they are all of ours. Hehe! But I must say.. They kick butt and did really well the night I heard them play. You guys Rock! Luv you all! Clothed--- Nick-lead singer Brian-Bass David- Lead guitar Jesse- Drums ... Got a few more guys if you like these. Muah!

Tit tat...

2007-11-03T23:15:00.000-07:00

Time by the river aka -stinky pond. Pop, Pooch , pup. ( Picture perfect)
Nature

These water lily's where so pretty.. And we caught them at the right time of day too.

Here's a few more from the other post of the pics taken by a friend of mine.

Kaden with his Uncle John .trying to learn the importance of being quiet

I just wanted to post a couple more pictures from the things here and there of late.. Hope you all don't mind.
He loved this guy so much that he drove us crazy turning it on and off all the time just so he could dance to it. That we had to get it out of sight and out of hands reach.

The last couple of weeks.

2007-11-02T13:28:00.000-07:00

Being as it's been a busy few weeks, these past three. I thought to just add them all into one and fill you in on my happenings.

First week from Oct 15th till Oct 19th (My birthday)Kaden and I went to Austin to visit some friends there. It was a really good visit. Kaden got to do some bonding time with his dad. And did a whole lot of chit chatting as well. Which was totally nice, as so far the only things coming from his mouth have been noise. so hearing him talk at least saying words here and there was a big step up for him. But a real pleasure hearing. Also was able to visit some other old friend and neighbor while there and got some new pictures taken. So I'll post one here for you all.
Drove back home on my birthday sadly and got back late. So was really tired upon arrival. Ethan and the other kids wanted to use the occasion for a cake. So we busted out a provisioned cake and had that. This was the big event but I guess as you get older in years you can't always expect much to happen. Second week after the week end, my parents with all but myself and my kids went on a road/faith trip. Wish I could have gone to, but there are always sacrifices to be made. So we stayed back to have some quality time together. Which I have to say was a whole lot of and lots of fun as well. OK so were not in the best of the best neighborhood. So with everyone gone I didn't really want to be in the house alone. So I was bouncing around driving here and there, staying with different friends and folks. We stayed at a whole we three different homes. And for one night a friend was able to spend the night with us. Sadly there were no single available young strapping men to come spend the night with me sadly. so this is how it all played out. Ha! It was alot of fun none the less and we were able to get some fellowship in at the same time.. Plus attend a wedding of dear friends. Congrats Chris and Marianne, wish you guys great happiness together. And this week was basically normal. All except for the exception of last night being able to go hang out with some friends and have fun and fellowship again. Jer, Mila, Gabe you guys are awesome. Hope to be seeing you all around soon.

At the park with the boys
It was a wonderful two weeks.

Dress up game & Hamsters

2007-10-10T17:52:00.000-07:00

The kids wanted to play some games for Family time so we got together and played clothes race. (How many clothes can you put on in such a time) We had alot of fun the kids enjoyed it so that they wanted some pictures taken.

Kaden joining in the fun. Ethan
Vanny the cute little mexican :)

Also to add to our home joys.. Our Mommy and Daddy hamster had seven babies. We heard the small squeaks in the cage just as we came home one night from fund raising. and sure enough she had her little ones. We had cleaned the cage out only a day before and so therefore what ever nest she had prepared got ruined. So she had a couple of them out of place. So I was midwife and with gloves on hand and a plastic spoon so as not to put my cent on them I picked two up ever carefully and put them in with her. She licked them and they went to nursing, Thus the whole little was saved.. Yippy.. Now they are getting really big and soon their eyes will be opened and will have a ton more noisy critters to spin their wheel in the dead of night.

To my fellow Libra's

2007-10-09T23:24:00.000-07:00

Just sending a shout out to all you wonderful Libra's out there. The known especially. But the unknown to.. You all ROCK! I know I'll forget alot of you. But thought to shout out a few. Wish I had pics of you all.. But if I find some I'll be posting them for u.

And as a reminder to you all now too so I won't have to say it later.. My birthday will be on the 19th of this month. And I would SOOOOOO love to get an e-mail,chat,call,card,sexy manly- for the men, beautiful -for the women pix (lots of them) and any other delicious things you might desire to bestow upon me at this time. :) It will totally make my day.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TOO....
Chris Guitar
Gabe Deutsch
Tony F.
Sam Pear
Kizzie
Gabe (at the Blanco hm)
Justin (of Nadia)
Bill Handyman :p
Joey
Allen
Gabe (Arizona)
Nick
Tina
Sara (Brazilian)
Jesse Young Blood
Angie... No not me..Angie sister to Sam drummer
Little Georgia
Jesse Bruni (who share's my b-day with me)
Mike Paone
Jason Paone

* By the end of the month, I'm sure the list will have grown. So fear not my Rock Pals. Your turn will come.

Fun times with Chris

2007-10-09T11:15:00.000-07:00

Our beloved brother/friend Chris came for a visit yesterday.. He had some paper work to do here in Houston and so came to visit us as well. It was so good seeing him again we all missed him so much, I know I did it brought the memories all back as it's been over a year since we last saw him. So we had a lot of catching up to do.

We went to Wal-mart got some pics developed, and food for Dinner..(Salmon and Basmati rice) Mom made Dinner while we went to the park with the kids and played games. Got home, had dinner. So good having a good home meal again. (we miss your meals Livi, as no one has the time to cook with so few people) It was good though.. Had wine with the meal, ice-cream and cheese cake for desert.. Yummy!

Then we were going to go to the movies.. But instead got the movie "Next"and watched it at home.. Good film.

So in order to make sure we had lot's of Kodak moments I took pictures gallor.

* For all you who may wonder Chris is our addition to the family. He's the best bro one could ever want or ask for. He came into our lives when he got with My sister. And has since been such a big part of out hearts and lives. And the best friend ever!

We Love you Chris.. It was so wonderful having you.

The Man ... Chris!

We took photo's in the wal-mart parking lot to be sure we had some while the sun was still upChris being the big "Uncle" and showing Kaden how to play Football... He had so much funMy little champ showing off his skills.Dinner was so much fun...See how much they all loved it? :DChris with the kids You could never ask for anything better. Was such a wonderful day and we all had such a good time.
(ps: sorry ladies, he is already married and spoken for in case u where wondering. :) )

Me is sick..

2007-10-05T22:14:00.000-07:00

Ya I've been sick these last two days.. And the last posting, I did over the space of two days cause I was in no mood to do anything at all. Had a bad tummy ache and had a really bad headache and out of the blue caught a cold from some where.. Sniff.. cough cough!! I hate coughs. Makes me depressed.. And now my nose.. is all stuffed up.. Plus the week end is upon me.. Therefore I must grin and bare it like a good soldier.
Anyway! Keep me in your prayers.. It's going to be a long next couple of days.

Up Dates

2007-10-04T14:31:00.000-07:00

Well I have some catching up to do. As time has gone by and I've not posted.. When there is so much to do and so little to do it with, I tend to always put what's least needed aside. Plus I've been helping blog on the OC/MC blog.. And then time has had the better of me.. how ever I have records of all that I have been up to in pictures and will be adding them here for all to see..

This one I know you'll enjoy. It's Kaden and his sword skills. We had this toy sword in the house and Kaden just loved getting his hands on it. And thrusting it at people and pretending to be a a great knight.. Though you couldn't really count him as one cause once he had them "dead" he too would fall on the floor or cry over his opponents. Ha! Cute none the less. So I have a video clip I thought u all might enjoy.. Just excuse all the talking in the back ground. And then yet more pics to show of my little Knight.

Kaden Happy with a sword.

The Fight

The defeat

Kaden's sorrows after a battle won.

OC/MC's camp, and all the wonderful people there.

Happenings

2007-09-06T22:50:00.000-07:00

Well.. Things have been busy yet again of late.. We all thought Mom was coming back from Chile yesterday, so all the kids and Dad loaded up and headed for the hills of San Antonio only to find out midway there that they would be coming in today.. Tina and I were home frantically trying to clean up house when they show up home.. To our relief there was no mom.. So this morning bright and early they all headed out once again. And this time made it... They also to a small detour and visited to Alamo while there. Which from what they all said they had a good time doing so. I'm so happy for that. Again Tina and I were home alone with just Kaden for kids in the home. So it was good, peaceful and relaxing.. Once the little bugger was sleeping that is. Ha!
Don't you just some times wise when they are at the stage where its almost talking but not quit.. more like alot of wining "ahhhhh... mamamamama.... ahhhhhh".(especially when they have big voices).. You just wish they would talk already.. ya! Me too.. Well that's the Kaden only all the time. :) Thank you Jesus for happy babies. Or times when they are happy.. None the less. He's such a cutie and always doing the cutest things which makes it hard to get mad at him in times when he is not so all that. And as always.. when ever he starts his teething woe's he's all the more clingy, fussy, winy and just basically in need of alot of attention.

So this brings me to the end of the eventful day. Kids and parents got home.. Looked through Pic's of my Mothers adventures to Chile remorcing at not being able to go and attend the eldest brothers wedding/visit some dear friends. Yet none the less just happy for the out come of it. And that at least mom made it there. And now... life can begin again.. and I don't have to run the whole show. Yippee! Only wish I could go on a month long vacation.. But it's all good. Time to get a move along with my life's plans and vision.

So this brings me to a close.. but since they had taken some pictures of life at the Alamo I thought I'd just post a few for your all enjoyment.. and since you all know I love pictures so much. hehe.Mom , Charity, Ethan & Vanessa Mom, Ethan & Vanny Charity,Kevin,Mom, John...Vanessa & Ethan

PIctures Promised

2007-09-03T14:55:00.000-07:00

Ok! So here are the pictures of Ethan's little party events.

Ethan having fun at the falls

Being foolish., taking pics of the first bite of b-day cake
Ethan was the winner for best first bite face :)

Kaden digging in to the Incredibles Pizza
Kids bumper cars... Was always the funnest thing for me
Bowling

Group shot
playing with the water gun with my boys
merry go round.. and boy where they merry
More fun with the bumper cars
Showing vanny how to use the ticket card.

Sam & Pearl's baby shower.

2007-08-31T11:56:00.000-07:00

So Pearl (of Sam) is 7 1/2 months pg now. And the area had a baby shower for her. So I took a few pictures of the wonderful event. Sadly I had forgotten my bigger memory card for my camera. So I was only able to take just a few.. I'll post those for all that may be interested in it.
... Our babies are all growing up!! sniff!!

My Trip to Austin

2007-08-27T22:57:00.000-07:00

So yes! On Sunday my sister Livi, Ethan and I took a one day trip to Austin and am just glad that we made it there and back in one piece as I had only slept 2 hours the night before cause of the kiddo.But we had a good time there. Went to visit a dear friend and had a good time. Plus saw a old friend there too. So it was awesome.. We swam in some river that wasn't all to my liking nor that of my smell buds but none the less it was fun.. So here are some pictures. Livi took her time jumping off the ledge but finally did it with the help of our dear friend then went again and did it her self. You should have heard the noises coming out of her mouth the whole time while she was getting ready to take the leaps you don't see it but in the back ground there are ppl sitting on the side lines watching and were pretty amused by it as well. Go livi!

Ethan's 7 years now, Hurray!!!

2007-08-26T13:44:00.000-07:00

Well the other day was Ethan's birthday. August 22nd.. Can't believe my baby is no longer a baby but 7yrs. Hard believing at times that I had him 7 yrs ago.. OH GOD! I'm old! sniff. Anyway we had a little party for him that night. Cake and Ice-cream... Then I took him with me on my Austin trip so we could have some one on one time together. (which was really nice and needed) and had something special with him then. And then this last Thursday we all went to Incredible Pizza & Games.. The kids had a blast, it was alot of fun for all. So though we had to wait on the real party it was well worth it. And Ethan was so very Happy. Which was my intention. After all a Birthday only comes once a year.
So I have pics on the events but unfortunately they are not all from my camera.. so what I am going to do is get them all together and then post them. So just be patient with me.

Footprints

2007-08-24T22:15:00.000-07:00

TommysWindow.com - Music with a Message

When ever I'm feeling down or weary this song just hits home. It's just so wonderful knowing that when in our darkest hour the lord is always there for us, always loving us, always caring. I just can't express my love in return and when I try words fail me, and tears fall. How is it possible that he can give us so much, when we lack so greatly. I love you Jesus, you are my life, my world. I'll never stop loving you. Thank you for being my footprints and loving me always.

The joy's of life.. Friends, Fun and family

2007-08-24T18:46:00.000-07:00

Here are my joys...
I took these pictures
at the ice rink the
other week with my friends. Some of you may have seen some in Liv's blog as well. But I'm posting them mainly for my boys and Shelly's sake.
The guys were so adorable, so foolish yet they looked like they where having so much fun. Hope you all like them. Send me a comment. Muah!

Don't Give Up,... You Are Loved!

2007-08-21T12:49:00.001-07:00

Here's something I've been wanting to post for some time.. Just to let you all know in my little way that you are all loved. It's what I sometimes feel a lack of myself... A need for.. So I thought that if I feel this way others may as well. So I wanted to let you all know how much I love you. and not to give up,cause through it all you are loved even though u may not always feel it or see it.
I love Josh Groban's voice and his passion when he sings the song.Hope you all enjoy it.

Delinquent

2007-08-21T10:50:00.000-07:00

Yes my faithful friends I have been delinquent in my duties to post on this blog. But that's me! I go through stages. And at this point in my life the last thing on my list of things to do is keeping up on this blog. Though it is nice to know all that is going on in my life keeping up and having to keep up with the daily things of life is a bit tasking. So this is my reasons for not being faithful. To you I apologize.
None the less.. I will catch you up from here,to the best of my ability.

Beauty in the eyes of the Beholder

2007-07-13T00:04:00.000-07:00

Here are a few pictures I couldn't pass up taking or pass up blogging. Hope you all like them.. My favorite is the humming bird always loved their beauty and grace.

Some Kiddo pictures

2007-07-11T14:35:00.001-07:00

Memories of my sons past and present.

Ethan You Tube is giving me hassles with loading videos so I'm going to try it here. Will it or will it not load is the question. It didn't work.. such is my luck.. So instead I'll just put up some more pics of the kids. Enjoy!

Here's a collage of all the many faces,times and events of Ethan and Kaden.

Ethan

Kaden

It will be done!

2007-06-28T23:32:00.000-07:00

I intend to post more of my little one and his walking progress and have some clips.. But I have yet to learn how to add them to a blog. When this is achieved. I will then show you all the great and mighty wonders of a child's first steps and walking stages. :)
Till then bare with me!

A little note of cuteness though... Today I had opened some pictures up with Kaden of Lila (Kaden's conception pal) and wanted to show him some pictures of her so as to keep the "friendship" in tact and the knowledge alive.. So I'm showing him a couple pictures of her. Then I say.. "do you remember her Kaden? It's Lilianna your friend." And with that he goes to the computer screen, right up to her face and kisses her. Then looks at me and gives me his ever cute rascals smile. Only thing I lacked was my camera on hand to catch the moment. Bollocks!!!

Giving credit where credit is due

2007-06-28T16:28:00.000-07:00

Gents, I must give recognition to yet a few more of you wonderful fathers. Just so you know that you are all well thought of and loved... I know there are more then I could possibly acknowledge but I must try at least for the ones that I spent fathers day with. And a dear friend.
Love you all though.. Keep up the good work.

MY HERO'S