Googling My Life

I read this on YellowRose's Garden. It looked really fun so I thought I would google my life. Here is how you play. Go to Google and click on the images link. Type in the following and post the first (or your favorite) picture the search engine finds.


~ The name of the town where I grew up


~ The name of the town where I live now


~ My name


~ My Grandmother's Name


~ My favorite food


~ My Favorite Drink


~ My Favorite Song


~ My favorite smell



Well that was fun. I hope you enjoyed reading this as much as I did searching it. Now you try it!

Until next time.....

God Bless~

Happy Birthday Computer Geek!

Today is Computer Geek's 18th birthday. My heart and mind can NOT comprehend that he is 18 today. Doesn't seem possible that it has been 18 years since he was born. I know it was just yesterday that I nervously took him to his first day of kindergarten and I cried all the way home. Now today he is a man. Unreal. Not only is today special because it is his birthday but tonight is Senior Night at the Game. If you do not know what Senior Night is, it is where they honor the Seniors that are in Band, Football, and Cheerleading. So Big D and I will dress up in our "Sunday Best", walk down the 50 yard line with Computer Geek, in honor of his 4 years in Marching Band and all his accomplishments as a High School Student. What an emotional day for Mom! I will definitely have tissues in hand because I know I will cry as I am being escorted by my wonderful son! I am so blessed as a Mother!!
My prayer is that as a man, Computer Geek will keep God in the center of his life!

Until next time.....

God Bless~

*~P.S.~* Yes the boy's birthdays are only 5 days apart. Computer Geek also shares his birthday with Big D's Dad. (Happy Birthday Dad-in-law)

Happy Birthday Football Star

My baby turns 15 today! I can NOT believe it! As I think back today about that special day, at the time it was a day of a lot of fears and tears. Even tho he came into this world at a whopping 9 pounds and 13 ounces, he was 2 weeks early. I tried to tell the doctors that I knew he was due more toward the end of October. Oh but the ultra sound said I was wrong. See we had tried for a year to get pregnant with him. But stress had kept me from getting pregnant. When the doctors took him (c-section), his lungs were not fully developed yet. The nurses in the Neonatal nicknamed him "Eskimo baby" because here was this very olive skinned over 9 pound baby in the midst of all these 3-5 pound babies. It was a very scary time for us. We thought we were going to lose him. But God has a plan for his life. Most little ones raised in church know who Jesus is and will say they have them in their hearts. But with Football Star(FS) it goes a little deeper. At age 3, when sitting and discussing for the hundredth time where Paw-paw was (my father had just recently died). This discussion would be different. It would be a turning point in FS life. His little heart was broken and he wanted to make sure he would get to see Paw-paw in Heaven. So we said a very simple sinner's prayer that day. Not many can say at age 3 they became a Christian, but FS did. Now 12 years later, FS is nearly all grown up. Long gone are the days of dirty diapers and ninja turtles. He will soon be taking his driver's license test for his permit. Unreal how fast time goes. I could not ask for a better son. I am very blessed to be his mother. As he continues to grow, my prayer for him is to have a happy, wonderful life with Jesus at the center of it all.

Until next time....

God Bless~

Emotional Rollercoaster

Have you ever felt like your life was on an emotional rollercoaster? That is how mine has seemed since Tuesday.


Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, I was in deep pray and worry about little Ashley not knowing what the outcome of her arrival would turn out to be.

Thursday was Football Star's game. His games always have me on the edge of my seat. Praying for his safety during the game. They lost their game. But once again God heard my prayers and kept him safe to play another game.


Friday morning, my sister called and said "we will have a baby by this afternoon". I felt like I was pacing in my prayers on her behalf. Then at 4pm on Friday my sister calls me with great news about baby Ashley. It was so hard to contain my excitement at the football game about what God had done. So here I am waiting for Computer Geek to go out on the field to march for the Red Raider Marching Band. All I wanted to do is run up to the announcer's microphone and let everyone one know how AWESOME my God is! His love for us is so unexplainable! I watch the band performed but don't ask me much about the varsity game!


Saturday was a very long and tiring Band Contest day in Nashville. And I didn't even march! But sitting almost 10 hours on those bleachers and in the hot sun. Sure can drain a spectator! I always get so nervous for the kids before they perform. They all work so hard. I hate to see one little mistake like the drop of a flag or a misstep ruin all that hard work. Last contest didn't go so well, but this time they would come in 1st in their class. Such an exciting time for us. I was still on a high from God's blessing over little Ashley! This just sent me over the top!

But Sunday would bring me back down to the realities of life. We had been so busy and not at home on Thursday thru Saturday. We could have missed out on something we would have regretted all our lives. But once again, our Heavenly Father looked down and knew our hearts and planned ahead for us. We so happened to have to go to Wal-mart before church because of a Potluck we were having. As we passed a funeral home, the name of our wonderful next door neighbor was there. Big D and I were both so shocked. We knew she was battle brain cancer but we didn't know she had took a turn for the worse. Thankful the visitation was Sunday and the funeral was today. Mrs. Meadows was a wonderful, giving lady. Even tho, we had some different religious views, I have no doubt that one day I will see her again in heaven. On the way to the funeral today, I had my Casting Crowns CD "Life Songs". The song "Life Songs" was playing. The thought came to me, What a wonderful "Life Song" Mrs. Meadows sung to those that knew her. Even her pastor said during the funeral, that the good Christian life she lived he didn't need to preach her funeral because she preached her own funeral. That is so true. If we live a good Christian life, we won't need someone over us when its our time trying to say all the good things we done because others will have seen what we done for the Lord. So may my "Life Song" sing as beautiful as this beloved neighbor and friend. May she forever be in our hearts.

Until next time.....

God Bless~

It's a Girl (Again)!!!!!

We have yet another new addition to our family. Ashley Ailene surprised us this week and decided to come 35 days early! She came into this world weighing 5 pounds and 18 inches long. That is a good size for coming so early. She is breathing on her own and doing so well. My sister has been doubly blessed this year. Two new grand-daughters almost exactly a month apart. I can not leave this post without giving praise to my Heavenly Father for Ashley. There wasn't many times when I prayed that she was not brought before the throne. My nephew and his wife lost 2 little ones early in pregnancy before getting pregnant with Ashley. When Chrissy got pregnant the 3rd time, we were all on pins and needles. God spoke to my heart and had my church pray for a prayer cloth for Ashley. Each month it was good news after good news. Ashley was growing! When I went to Indiana for a family reunion, God spoke to my heart again and instructed me to lay my hands on Chrissy belly and pray for her and Ashley. As I prayed, Ashley was moved. What an awesome experience for me! At that moment, I knew Ashley would be ok. Then to get a call that Chrissy was going in 35 days early. I came before the throne for Ashley yet again. So much could have been wrong, but my God had all things under control.


Here she is Princess Ashley Ailene(after my beloved Mother)




Welcome little Ashley into the family. I can't wait to see you!

Until next time.....

God Bless~

Lay Minister's License

Yesterday started out as usual kind of a sad day for me. Because I miss my mom so bad on her birthday. Don't get me wrong, I am rejoicing that she is in Heaven. But the human part of me still misses her and is sadden that I can't be with her at certain times in my life. Maybe it sounds selfish, but it sure isn't intended to be that way. I could have not asked for a better way to end what is usually an emotional day of reminiscing. Our Heavenly Father is so mindful of us. If we just keep our eyes open, He is always at work to bless His Children. Even in the little things I love to praise Him. I could have not asked for a better day than yesterday as the day to receive my Lay Minister's License. On the way to the football game, God spoke to my heart, "Did you realize that you got your minister's license on your Mom's birthday?" I began to weep as I realized what a special gift that was for me. Big D asked what was wrong because he saw a tear fall down my cheek. I shared with him that when I opened the envelope I had not even thought about receiving it on Mom's birthday. He just smiled so sweetly. All I could to was thank my Heavenly Father for such a wonderful gift on such a wonderful day. See, I was brought before our church in February for my Lay Minister's License. With so much going on and it getting lost at the State Headquarters, I had almost decided maybe it wasn't to be. But that was not the case at all, my Heavenly Father wanted it to be a special day to receive it. I want to continue to praise Him for the little things. I love Him so much and could NOT go thru this life without Him. Keep your eyes open for the little blessings that He bestows on you. You will be amazed!

Until next time.....

God Bless~

Happy Birthday Mom! I MISS you!

Today I woke up this morning with my Mom on my mind. September 23rd is her birthday. Words can NOT even express how awesome a lady she was. I would not even know where to begin. She touched so many lives. She had such a sweet, loving, humble spirit. When people needed prayer and wanted to see results, they came to Mom. She would ring those "prayer bells of Heaven" until the Lord answered. I had a dream of my Mom a couple of weeks ago. I hugged her in the dream. When I did, I could actually feel her. The warmth and softness of her body. I could smell her perfume. She leaned down and whispered such comforting words in my ear. I could HEAR those words audibly. It was so surreal. I have never had a dream like that in my life. It was so awesome that God would give me a few seconds with her like that. Call me crazy, but I know what I felt. I miss her so much. When I watch my sons grow and see their accomplishments, I am sadden that she can't be here to enjoy it. Would I call her back to this life if I could?? NO WAY! She is in paradise with Jesus. I would NEVER want her to come back to this world full of hurt and disappointments.
I was so blessed to be her daughter. Even tho I miss her sometime so bad it hurts (like today), I want to praise the Lord for giving me the opportunity to even know her in my life. He could have chosen for me a disfunctional mother. One that didn't know how to love or care for their child. But He chose for me a mother that taught me how to be a Godly mother. How to love my boys with every part of my heart and teach them the ways of the Lord. He blessed me with a mother that was not only my Mom, but she was my best friend. I encourage you today, if you are blessed enough to still have your mother, call her up and tell her how much you love her. One of these days she will be gone and you will wish that you had 1 more moment to spend with her.

Until next time.....

God Bless~

Urgent Prayer Needed!

Today my mind has been constantly on my Pastor. Actually there is not a day recently that I do not grieve for him. Pleading with God for a complete healing. See he found out a couple months ago, something that if God does not intervene could cause him to NEVER preach again. He was born with a condition at birth that causes weak vocal cords. Causing a raspy voice, but he never realized it would turn into the situation it has. The doctors told him that if he does not completely stop talking he will go mute when in a matter of a couple years. He has a couple blood vessels that are enlarged to the point that even a slight cough or sneeze could cause them to rupture. But that is not all, he has Cancer spots on his vocal cords. We praise God that it is not the kind of Cancer that spreads. It will stay localized. They put him on a pill form of chemotherapy. Sunday he had to go home during Sunday School because he became so sick. That has made it so surreal to me. I know what Chemo can do, even the slight form of it. I have seen at work. My heart cries for my Pastor today!
Sunday night I stood and shared my heart before I sang "Touching Him" by Ray Boltz. My question to the church was "Are we really doing all we can for our Pastor? You might have said a few prayers, but have you actually labored in prayer? Fasted any meals? It is our job as the Church to stand behind our Pastor in his time of need! Are we actually "Touching Him" for our Pastor?" I want to do all I can for my Pastor. He is a wonderful man of God. I could write pages of examples. But the best example is he has a loving, Pastors heart. He is also a very young man. He is in his mid 30s. He has so many years left to give to his calling. So many lives he could touch as he preaches the gospel.
Our Church is devastated because we do not want to lose our Pastor. But more over, I don't want to see an awesome man of God unable to do what his heart longs to do. Please put him on your daily prayer list. If God speaks to your heart to fast a few meals for him, please do. I know God will richly bless you for your obedience. I have faith that God will see him thru. I draw my strength today from the scripture in Psalms 37:25, it says "I have never seen the righteous forsaken."

Until next time.....

God Bless~

Awesome News!!!

We received some awesome news in the mail today. An envelope from Tennessee Tech University. I called Computer Geek into the kitchen. I told him I had his future in my hands. The look on his face as he realized it was a letter from TTU was priceless. I know a million things were going thru his mind. I know this because a million things were going thru MY mind. As Computer Geek nervously opened the letter, I watched in anticipation as he read the letter. I can not express the beam of light that was shining off his face when he read he had been ACCEPTED to the college of his dreams!! He gave me a big hug and all I could think about was I am about to lose my baby soon. I am so proud of him. He has always been such a joy to me every since the first day I held him. He has always excelled in everything he has done. As I watch him this year work toward closing a chapter in his life and preparing for a new chapter, all I can do is think about how much I love him and how proud that I was the one that was chosen to raise such a wonderful young man!

I love you Computer Geek with all my heart!
I am so VERY proud of you and all your
accomplishments!

Until next time.....

God Bless~

Houston, we have a problem!

Last night while working on a batch of documents for work, the computer just turns off on me. So I am thinking, "Oh some cord came unplugged." Well it wasn't "some cord" that had come unplugged. First, I yell for Computer Geek to come in and save the day. Which when it comes to the computer, he usually does come in and save the day! But there was NO getting the computer to turn back on. By this time, Big Daddy comes in from work and looks into the problem. Since it is still on warranty (Praise the Lord!), we thought it best not to let Computer Geek dig any deeper into the problem. I felt so sorry for Big D because after over 2 hours (20 minutes of it on hold waiting to even talk to someone) on the phone with someone that doesn't speak clear English, he finally got him to understand there was NO getting this computer turned on! No matter what he had him take apart or unplug and replug. It was not turning on. The man finally comes to the conclusion that it must be the motherboard. Just as the gentleman at Dell decides its time to write up a work order and have a tech come to the house and fix the computer, Big D gets disconnected! Here it is almost 10pm, way past Big D's bedtime (He gets up at 3am). We call back, but only had to wait 10 minutes this time. The entire time I am praying "Plllllllllease God let that person understand that the previous person was about to write up a work order for us and not make Big D have to go thru all that again." I am so thankfully that the Heavenly Father is so mindful of us and cares about the little things! He answered my prayer. The woman wrote up the work order for us and gave Big D the work order number for the tech to come out. But the bad news is He won't be able to come out until next week sometime. You wonder how I am posting on my blog without a computer. Well I was having some blogging withdrawals, so I snuck on Computer Geeks Hi-tech baby. Yes I know its sad I can't go 1 day without blogging. I need the 12 step program for blogging! Hi, My name is Lightseeker. I am a blog-oholic. I have went 12 hours without blogging. You might laugh, but I know a few that might just be in that class sitting right next to me!


Until next time.....

God Bless~

The Truth Seeker

This morning I finished reading "The Truth Seeker" by Dee Henderson.

Women are turning up dead. And Lisa O'Malley has a habit of walking into crime scenes, curious. She's a forensic pathologist and mysteries are her domain. Book number three in the O’Malley series brings back Lisa O’Malley and U.S. Marshal Quinn Diamond from The Guardian in a tense investigative thriller. She’s not a believer, and her journey toward faith is a fascinating look at how a forensic pathologist views the Resurrection. U.S. Marshal Quinn Diamond has found loving her is easier than keeping her safe. Lisa's found the killer, and now she's missing too…

When I first began this book, I was so afraid that I would not enjoy it. Only because I am not so hip about forensic pathology. Not my cup of tea. But I was greatly surprised. The way that Dee Henderson wrote this book made it very interesting. Even for those that don't like forensic type stories, you will enjoy this book. You never knew who was really going to be the murder. So many twist and turns in this book. I could not put the book down for the last 6 chapters! The ending might surprise you. I enjoy reading from time to time, but let me tell you I am HOOKED on the "O'Malley Series"! The one scripture from the Bible, Dee quoted in the book, that really spoke to my heart this morning was Psalm 18:19 "He brought me forth into a broad place, He delivered me, because He delighted in me." That is my prayer today. I want the Heavenly Father to delight in me and in my life. I highly recommend the O'Malley series. If you would like to read chapter 1 of "The Truth Seeker" go to the author's website, Dee Henderson.

Until next time.....

God Bless~

Bragging Rights!

I can not even began to explain in words how proud I am of our Football Star. Thursday Night was an away game. Big D was in Alabama on a business trip. We had almost decided not to go with gas prices being so high and Big D so far from home. But we worked it out and I met Big D at the hosting school. I am so glad we did or we would have missed out on a parent's dream. As we walked to the visitors stands, the smell of fresh popped popcorn and the excitement of another football game was in the air. As we waited for the game to start, Big D and I were sipping our usual Route 44 Sweet Tea (no lemon), talking about the rival team. The announcer began the welcoming speech, all the commercials, and the National Anthem was sung. Big D and I had no idea what surprise was in store for us. The announcer announced the representing captains of our team for the night. 78. Did he say 78?? Our Football Star's number! Big D looked at me "He is a captain?? When did this happen??"

Let me tell you everyone knew he was ours because they nearly had to tie us to the bench to keep us from floating away and our smiles were shining brighter than the sun in pride! I looked at Big D and said "ok we can go home now. I am so happy right now win or lose tonight!" Well I wished I could say we won, but we lost 38-8, but no matter Big D and I left there so proud. Not only was Football Star recognized as a captain tonight he also got about 5 tackles and a couple near misses. But our night of surprises wasn't over just yet. Each Thursday 4 freshman players are recognized for their hard work by earning a Varsity Jersey to play on Friday(mainly stand on the sidelines). Well here he comes with a jersey and a smile. He looked so good in that Varsity Jersey. He was number 77 Friday night.

We are so proud of him. I guess why we are so proud is because all this did not come easy for him. He has always wanted to play sports but was always too chubby to make the team. The beginning of this year he decided he wanted to change things. He started working out and lost 60-80 pounds. He works hard on getting good grades. Sometimes that can be a real struggle. Please keep him in your prayers the next 4 weeks as we try to get thru this football season and all the homework. Yes I know there are a lot of seemingly more important things going on in the world with the disaster of Katrina and the troops in Iraq, but to him this is important. So that makes it important to me. And I know it is important to the Heavenly Father. The bible tells us in Psalm 10:17 LORD, thou hast heard the desire of the humble: and in Psalm 38:9 Lord, all my desire is before thee; and my groaning is not hid from thee. If we do our part, I believe God will give us the desires of our hearts. That is my prayer for Football Star today and the next few weeks.

Until next time.....

God Bless

Easy Button

I don't know why God chooses to speak to me through commercials. This is twice now that He has chosen a commercial to speak to my spirit. Last time it was an "Oreo"commercial. Even as silly as it seems, I don't care where or what He uses to speak to me. I am just so glad He speaks to me! Amen?? Hey Moses had the burning bush, Balaam had a talking donkey, I guess I get commercials! Proverbs 16:16 says "How much better is it to get wisdom than gold! and to get understanding rather to be chosen than silver!" Whatever you want Lord just keep speaking!

This morning it was the "Staples Easy Button" commercial.

Why as humans do we want everything the "Easy" way??? Why do we always look to hit that "easy button" when things get tough. It is through life lessons or even the hardest trials that we learn and become stronger. If we aren't blessed (yes I said blessed) with trials, how are we able to help others?? Those that have helped us make it through could not have helped, if they had not themselves just come through something similar. 1 Peter 1:7 says "That the trial of your faith, being much more precious than of gold that perisheth, though it be tried with fire, might be found unto praise and honour and glory at the appearing of Jesus Christ:" Gold can not be a pure, shiny, beautiful metal until it has been thru the fire. The hotter the fire the purer the Gold.

On the other hand, if you do need an "Easy" button, God has already provided that for us. Jesus~! Matthew 11:28 Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Or the way I would like to interpret this scripture this morning.

"Need an Easy button?? JESUS ...that was Easy."

Until next time.....

God Bless~

Saturday Night Pizza Party and Game Night

Tonight we had "Game Night" at the Youth House. The parsonage that our church owns isn't used by our Pastor. He owns his own home. So our church gave it to the Youth and Young Adults as a "Youth House". We use the basement as a "Game Room" for the teenagers. The top part of the house we use for Pizza Parties, Bible Studies, Lock-ins, etc.

Here is a picture of some of the graffiti Big Daddy and I did on the walls. The words we chose to put on the walls are all the different names of Jesus. Like "Savior", "Alpha and Omega", "Almighty" and so on.

This is our "Signature Wall". Down in the basement was a little nook about 6 foot by 10 foot. God gave me an idea to paint it black add a few black lights. We have beads hanging the the doorway of the "Signature Wall". Everyone that comes and visits our Game Room gets to sign the the "Signature Wall". When our State Overseer came to visit our church one Sunday night, we showed him our Game Room. He signed our Signature Wall. This picture doesn't capture how great it looks, but you get the idea.

This is our Pastor ready to "break", to start the game with Football Star. We have a Ping Pong Table, Darts, Basketball Shoot, a Playstation, and of course the Pool Table. We have a Air Hockey Table that Big Daddy is fixing that was given to use. We are also adding a Foosball Table this Fall.

The Teenager love having a place to call their own and we are so happy that God provided it. We are proud of our "Game Room". I feel so blessed that God lets me be part of something so wonderful.

Until next time.....

God Bless~

Life Songs

If you like the Contemporary Christian Music Group Casting Crowns, then you will really enjoy their new CD "Life Songs". I bought it today when Big D and I went out to have some alone time. I enjoyed all the songs, but there are a few very powerful songs. Great for dramas(human videos). I was a drama leader for over 3 year and when I hear songs so anointed as "Set Me Free" mark my word it will be a used by churches everywhere in their drama groups. The Song "Love Them Like Jesus" is another one of my favorites on this CD. "Father, Spirit, Jesus" is a great worship song for Worship Teams to learn. Casting Crowns definitely did NOT disappoint me with this CD!

Until next time.....

God Bless~

Under the weather

It must be that time of year again for the flu. Yesterday I spent 90% of the day in bed. I have such a horrible sore throat, sneezing like crazy, coughing my head off, and a fever. My entire body just aches and I am so weak. I am a little better today, but was given strict orders from Big Daddy to stay in bed. If he takes the time to check my blog today, I think he will find out I didn't quite listen. I am sure I will get a phone call. So before I do, I guess I will go fix me something to drink, grab my book, and crawl back under the covers.

Until next time.....

God Bless~

The Guardian

I finished reading "The Guardian" by Dee Henderson.

A federal judge has been MURDERED! There is only 1 witness. An assassin wants her dead. U.S. Marshal Marcus O'Malley thought he knew the risks of the assignment going in. He was wrong. He never expected Shari to invade his heart, nor her faith to change his life. Marcus finds himself charmed by the lovely speechwriter who witnessed the crime. Moreover, he's shocked to learn that two of his sisters have turned to the church. Marcus himself was once a believer, but lost faith after his mother died. He's been the guardian of the O'Malley family for two decades. Now he's the guardian of a woman being hunted by the best assassin in the world - a woman he'll have to risk everything to protect...


I really loved this book. I think I was more involved into this book than I was the first only because I could feel the characters struggles. I, myself, struggled with my Christian beliefs when my mom died of leukemia. She was a minister of the gospel. I could not understand why a loving God would let her suffer and die such a horrible death. One day God spoke to my heart. He said to me "If I was to bring your mom before you right now and ask her, would you do this for 1 person to be saved and know Me? What would she say?" I replied to Him, "Lord, she would say she would do it for that 1." He then said to me, "You can no longer stay upset at Me." It was that day my heart started healing and it wasn't long after that I accepted my calling into the ministery. God is awesome! Sometimes we do not understand why we do thru difficult times in our life. Like Shari in this 2nd book in the O'Malley series, she could not understand why God would let things happen in her life, but she learned we go thru things so that we may help others that struggle and help them come to know Jesus. I highly recommend the O'Malley series. If you would like to read chapter 1, go to the author's website, Dee Henderson.

Until next time.....

God Bless~

Princess Kay

Here is Princess Kay (Kaitlyn). Isn't she absolutely beautiful?!? Princess Kay and mom are doing well. We are so proud that God chose us to be her family. My prayer is as her family we can teach her the ways of the Lord and that she may grow to do mighty things for Jesus. May her light shine brightly for Him!!

Welcome to our family. God bless you all your life! I love you!


Until next time....

God Bless~

It's a Girl!!!!

My sister called me this morning. She is a grandma again! We have a new bundle of joy in our family as of 7:40am. Her name is Kaitlyn Jean. It is such a blessing to be a "Great" Aunt again. Princess Kay is my 6th "Great" Niece. I also have 2 "Great" Nephews. Plus I have 1 "Great" Niece due in November. I can't even begin to tell you how much I love each one. Sami, Morgan, Haley, Mackenzie, Maddy, Nathaniel (Princess Kay's big brother!), Daniel, and Kaitlyn, Aunt Char loves you all very much. Hurry little Ashley we can't wait to meet you in November.

How blessed am I as a "great" Aunt?? No wonder the Bible says "Children are an heritage of the Lord" (Psalm 127:3) They are so precious!!

May God bless you Princess Kay all the days of your life!

UPDATE
Princess Kay came into this world weighing 7 pounds 12 ounces and 20 inches long!

Until next time.....

God Bless~

Leave Footprints~

As I sit here this morning in prayer for a friend having surgery today, my mind goes to the scripture in Proverbs 17:17 "A friend loveth at all times". I have had many wonderful friends in my life. Some have touched my life deeply. I couldn't imagine my life without them being there at one time or another. They have made me the person I am today. I thank God for sending such special people in my life. There is a quote by an Unknown writer that says:

"Some people come into our lives,
leave footprints on our hearts,
and we are never the same"

I have had friends that have definitely left footprints on my heart. I hope I have left footprints on hearts of those I call friend. Have I been the friend in Proverbs that "loveth at all times"? I am sure I have failed at times. Just like there have been friends that I felt failed me. But there is one friend that will never fail us. His name is Jesus! He is always right there for us when we need him. He knows our needs even before we do. Now that is a friend!

There is a song "I am a friend of God" by Israel and New Breed. It is a wonderful worship song. The verse says:

Who am I that You are mindful of me
That You hear me when I call
Is it true that You are thinking of me
How You love me it's amazing

Who are we?? That the Almighty is mindful of us?? He hears us when we call! His love IS truly amazing! I pray you know this wonderful friend. If you don't know Jesus and would like to meet my amazing friend, I would love to introduce you to him.

Who are your friends? You can never have too many friends. So try Jesus.

Until next time.....

God Bless~

What a weekend!

What a busy weekend we had at our house!! A Football game, A Parade, and everything in between. Computer Geek marched Friday night during half time. The theme this year is "A Touch of Jazz". Then he had to get up early Saturday morning and march in the "Old Timers Day" parade. But the biggest news of all is that we sat down last night and filled out his college application to TTU. Where did the days of Ducktales and Ninja Turtles go?? It is so great to see him so excited about starting a new chapter in his life. As I watched him sign the application, I silently prayed (God he has always been yours since the day he took his first breath of air. He has been such a blessing to my life. Continue to keep him healthy and safe. Guide him in the path you would have him to go to glorify You. Thank you Lord for the opportunity I had to be his mom.)


Psalm 16:11 Thou wilt shew me the path of life: in thy presence is fulness of joy; at thy right hand there are pleasures for evermore.

Until next time.....

God Bless~

Football time in Tennessee

It's football time in Tennessee. Tonight was Football Star's first High School football game. He plays on the Freshman team as First String Left Tackle. Big Daddy and I were decked out in our Red and Black tonight. We traveled to Warren County, Tennessee. Even tho they lost 13-0, it was so great to see him play his hardest. I am so proud of him. He got in 1 great tackle and they said his name over the PA system. It was so cool. Talk about proud parents. I am sure everyone knew he was ours just by the HUGE grins on our faces! He has worked very hard to get where he is now. In Isaiah 40:31 it says, " But they that wait upon the LORD shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint." I prayed that God would keep him safe tonight. Thank you Lord for not only Your Word but thank you for answering this Mother's prayer.

Until next time.....

God Bless~

Surprise! You've Got Mail!

What a wonderful surprise was waiting for me in my email inbox!! Yesterday after I finished reading "The Negotiator", I decided I would email the author. I wanted her to know how much I enjoyed her book and how I could not wait to read "The Guardian" (the next book in the "O'Malley Series"). I told her I would be praying that God continued to bless her talents as a writer. I NEVER expected a response to my email. It wasn't one of those electronic responses you get most time. It was an actual email from her. How cool is that?? Dee Henderson is quickly becoming one of my favorite Authors. Move over Frank Peretti here comes Dee!!

Here is the email:
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Subject: re: The Negotiator
Date: Tue, 16 Aug 2005 21:35:57 -0500


Thanks Char, I'm thrilled to hear you enjoyed The
Negotiator. I loved writing those O'Malley stories.

Dee
www.deehenderson.com
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Until next time.....

God Bless~

The Negotiator

I have finished reading "The Negotiator" by Dee Henderson. I really really REALLY enjoyed this book. If you enjoy Christian Romantic Suspense stories, you will love this. In this first entry, Chicago hostage negotiator Kate O'Malley meets Dave Richman (an FBI agent) while she's talking a bank gunman into releasing hostages. Impressed by her professionalism and attracted to her personally, Dave starts courting the aloof Kate, only to discover that she's not a Christian, a major stumbling block for him. As he struggles to understand why she doesn't believe in God, a threat from Kate's past, an airline bombing, a family tragedy, and the discovery of a biological brother threaten to break this strong woman. I love Christian series books. Big Daddy bought this book for me in July when I went with him to Kentucky on a business trip. I am so glad he did. If you would like to read chapter one, go to the author's website, Dee Henderson.

Until next time.....

God Bless~

Tag Team Preaching

Praise the Lord for His love and mercy. As I sit here relaxing tonight, my thoughts are on our day. Big Daddy and I tagged team today at Shelbyville(TN) Church of God of Prophecy. Big Daddy preached this morning and I preached tonight. There was such a wonderful loving spirit at Shelbyville. The people were so great to us. Treated us like family. I couldn't help but to think of mom as I approached the pulpit to preach. Mom had held a few revivals at Shelbyville. Now I see why she love to go visit Shelbyville. The pastor told us he would be calling to have us back. This might sound strange to some, but I am so proud that tonight I came home with "preacher's voice". You know the scratchy rough sounding voice preachers get caused by the annointing of God. I can't wait to see what else God has in store for our ministry. There is such a wonderful peaceful feeling when you have done what God has called you to do.

Until next time.....

God Bless~

Family Night Out

Big Daddy, the boys, and I went to see Dukes of Hazzard tonight. Big Daddy grew up watching Dukes of Hazzard like most guys his age. We knew it wouldn't be as good as the originals, but we wanted to see it anyway. It was ok, but I wouldn't recommend it to anyone(even the biggest Dukes fan). Biggest disappointment to me was this:

(Close your eyes if plan to see it)

In the TV version, Uncle Jesse stopped the moonshine business and was trying to live a good upstanding life. In the movie version, not only did Uncle Jesse sell his moonshine he was drinking it! I liked it better when Uncle Jesse was a good guy. Bo and Luke were delivering the moonshine for Uncle Jesse. MAJOR disappointment for me. They shouldn't have used the theme song "Good old boys". How could they be "good old boys meaning no harm" when they are in the moonshine business? <~heavy sigh~>

(Ok open your eyes now!)

They just can't remake a classic!(In My Humble Opinion)

Until next time.....

God Bless~

Got Milk?? then you got Jesus!

Today I saw the oreo commercial where the cute little triplet girls were sitting at a table in little pink tutus. Each girl has a glass of milk and an oreo cookie. When they go to dunk their cookies they can't because they don't have enough milk in their glasses. So the girls on the outside pour their milk in the glass of the girl in the middle. Now they can dunk their cookies in the milk and enjoy their snack. I have watched this cute commercial several times, but today as I watched it God spoke to my heart. This is how we should be in our spiritual life. If we share the good news of Jesus with others (pouring the milk into 1 glass), then we get to enjoy the goodness and blessings of God (dunking the cookie into the milk and eating the oreo cookie). In Mark 16:15 it says, "And he said unto them, Go ye into all the world, and preach the gospel to every creature." This tells us we should share the good news of Jesus with everyone we come in contact with each day. Also we are to be there for others that need a friend to lean on during a difficult time in their life. Pouring what we have into the lives of others. John 13:35 "By this shall all men know that ye are my disciples, if ye have love one to another." In Psalm 115:12 it says, "The LORD hath been mindful of us: he will bless us;". Wow our sovereign God is mindful of us. He will not only bless us when we are obedient to His calling, but He WANTS to bless us. I don't know about you, but I want all the blessings I can get from God. He knows exactly how to bless me and exactly when I need it. He is an awesome God and so worthy of our praise!!!

Until next time.....

God Bless~

Every Excess becomes a Vice

As I sit here pondering over my message I preached tonight, "Every Excess becomes a Vice", I understand why after nearly every message my Mom would preach she would ask me, "How was it?" or "How did I do tonight?".
See my Father wasn't saved while she was an evangelist for the state of Indiana, so I was her "right-hand man" and her "sounding board" so to speak. Seems like no sooner does a minister say the last word of their message, Satan starts his attacks. Little did I know that being her companion all those years would be training for my future as a minister of the gospel. I would not understand that what I face after I preach is something that most if not ALL minister's go thru. I am thankful now for all those long car rides and late nights.

Until next time........

God Bless~

Movie Meme Tag

Yesterday I was "Movie Meme" tagged by YellowRose's Garden(Definition: Meme - ( long 'e', silent 'e') A unit of cultural information, such as a cultural practice or idea, that is transmitted verbally or by repeated action from one mind to another.)

I had a difficult time deciding what movies I should pick. Our family loves to spend time in front of a good movie with a good cheesy pizza. With that said, here are my 5 choices:

1. The Wizard of Oz ~ As a child, I absolutely loved this movie. At times when it is on tv, I stop what I am doing, get an afghan and curl up to watch it (even tho I own the movie on DVD).

" I'll get you, my pretty, and your little dog, too!"

2. Footloose ~ This movie reminds me of my teenage years. This was a big movie in 1984. I remember going to see this movie with a good friend. There wasn't a girl in my class that wasn't in love with Kevin Bacon.

"Hey Hey! What's this I see? I thought this was a party. LET'S DANCE!"

3. Pretty Woman ~ If I could only pick 1 movie as being my favorite, I would have to say this would be the one. It is such a great "Cinderella" type movie. I love movies where the girl gets her "prince".

"I'm gonna treat you so nice, you're never gonna let me go."

4. Ms. Congeniality ~ I could not make this list without 1 of Sandra Bullock's films. She has to be my absolute favorite actress. I love this movie. If I need a laugh, this movie does it for me!

"You think I'm gorgeous... You want to kiss me... You want to hug me... You want to love me... You want to smooch me... "

5. Pirates of the Caribbean ~ Last but not least, Pirates of the Caribbean. This is a great "ghost" story.

"You better start believing in ghost stories! You're in one!"

There is my list. Now is my turn to tag...ummmm let's see I chose....

Word Fitly Spoken

First Day of School

As the boys get ready to leave this morning for their first day back to school, my mind can not comprehend that they are a Senior and a Freshman. It doesn't seem that long ago that they were little. Where does time go? Have I done everything as a mother to prepare them for life?? These are my thoughts this morning. I was up at 4:30am praying for them to have a safe and a wonderful school year. I never understood when my blessed mother would tell me when they were little "These are the best years of your life with them". She always seemed to say that while I was frustrated with them for fighting with with other or making messes everywhere. Everytime she did, I thought to myself "OHHHH SURE!". But now, I FULLY understand what she meant. When they are little, you can control the situations easier and protect them a little more. As they get older, it's not so easy to control the situation to make sure they are safe and protected. You have to let go and let them become young adults. The scripture in the Bible where it speaks how God feeds and cares for the birds "how much more does He love us" comes to mind. I know God will be with them. I am truly blessed to have been chosen to be their Mother.

Until next time....

God Bless~

Princess Lacey

Princess Lacey ~ She is our sweet little girl. She is 6 years old (human years). She was a Christmas gift to me from Big Daddy 6 years ago. Little did Big Daddy know what a blessing Lacey would be to our family. After my Mom died, I went thru a deep depression and she taught me how to love again. She likes to spend her free time napping. She is not just the family pet, she is an important part of our family.

Psalm 30:11 Thou hast turned for me my mourning into dancing: thou hast put off my sackcloth, and girded me with gladness

Football Star

Football Star ~ He is our youngest son. He is 16 years old. Sophmore at Coffee County High School and on the Red Raider Football team. He is learning to drive and can't wait to drive his new red Ford Thunderbird. Great sense of humor and a very loving person. He is definitely a "light" of my life.

Isaiah 40:31 But they that wait upon the LORD shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint.

Computer Geek

Computer Geek ~ He is our oldest son. He is 19 years old. Freshman at Tennessee Technology University. Majoring in Honors Computer Engineering(hence the name "Computer Geek"). A very loving son. He is definately a "gift of God" (actual meaning of his name).


Psalm 27:1 The LORD is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? the LORD is the strength of my life; of whom shall I be afraid?