Looks can be deceiving. Judgments are made without regard to the individual; ideas and perceptions are placed into motion with little regard for the consequences of those initial thoughts.            I pre-judged some individuals and immediately categorized them into a Class and Group. Boy, was I ever wrong. The Lord used that moment not only …
JuiceMania!
Kerry, Sam, and I have just completed a 5 day juice cleanse!Since last Monday morning, we have had nothing but veggie and fruit juice for Breakfast, Mid-Morning Snak, Lunch, Mid-Afternoon Snak, and an evening juice if needed.  Every night we had a regular dinner, yet by Wednesday evening, we noticed how much fuller we felt during our meals. …
Baylee’s 15th Birthday!
Yes, that's right...Baylee turned 15!!Now comes driving.....Yikes!
Sushi anyone??
Ya know, finally I have a family member who enjoys Sushi!!Go Sam!!
Go Baylee…Huskies Nationals/Worlds Cheer Competition
Here we go!!Baylee and 28 other ladies, plus 3 coaches, 2 directors and a lot of other excited family and friends leave today for Orlando, Fl for the UCA Nationals and Worlds Cheerleading Championship!This is huge for the Hope Huskies Varsity Cheer Team.They will arrive this evening and get all set up in their rooms. They will …
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Wisdom Teeth Removal
On Thursday, December 29th, Samantha had all 4 of her wisdom teeth removed.  The surgery was in the afternoon, so the fasting she had to do during the day was hard.  We started off early that morning making her a big breakfast of pancakes, bacon, and eggs.  So from 8am on....no food! Her surgery was a success. …
Christmas 2011
This year's Christmas was such a blessing.  We adopted a family of three this year.  It was so much fun to shop for little ones and in turn share the blessings God has given us.  Morning service at church and a great meal with Betts and Joe made the beginning of Christmas great!  To top off the …
1st Day of Christmas Vacation 2011
Woke up this morning to snow and it continued all day. Enjoying the snow with the family. Definately a fire, soup, and grilled cheese kinda night!
Finals Week!!!!!!
Sam and Baylee are both chin high in finals for the next three days. I am in awe at the amount of material they are studying for each course. And the amount they truly know. From my perspective, it seems more like an easy review than studying. Sam's first final last week was in her …
Many "Firsts" in this 1st Semester
This has been an amazing first semester for all of us. Samantha: She is ending her first semester in college with a bang! Â Her first final will be this Thursday and she will wrap up her remaining classes by next Thursday. Â She has had many "ups & downs" this first semester; however, I think if …
PURSUIT OF MARRIAGE 