In the beginning...

Happy New Year everyone!

With the new year comes the dreaded new year’s resolution. Every year I usually come up with one or two things and of course it gets filed in ‘file 13’ somewhere and never thought of again. Well, this year I want it to be different. I wanted to blog about my resolution so those of you who read this can hold me accountable....and please do!

*Loose 30 pounds

I know what some of you are thinking....‘yeah right, she always says that’! AND I usually do but this year I am going to do it. Diabetes runs in both sides of my family. I also had gestational diabetes while pregnant with both of my children, having to depend on insulin the second time. With my weight and family history, my chances of acquiring diabetes permanently are very high. My goal is to start eating right and exercising to become a healthier person. I would really like to loose more than 30 but you know what they say about resolutions.......do not make them too difficult! : )

*Become more educated through scripture

I am a Christian and I love my Lord Jesus but when it comes to scripture, I am not the brightest person. I have started reading the Bible in chronological order.....thanks mom for passing it down! I started a few months ago but didn’t follow through so when January 1st came I thought....”what better day to start, that way the date would actually match up the the reading date.” Yea I know, I'm smart like that! LOL

I would also like to blog periodically about my readings so check back often for updates.

*Educate my children spiritually

I know this may sound horrible.....like I don’t already do this but I promise, Brad and I do talk about Jesus with our children. However, I get so wrap up in the impression that raising your children in church and praying for them is sufficient enough.....almost like they learn all they need to know in church. I KNOW THIS IS NOT TRUE and I confess I have not been the best teacher of God’s word to my children. Therefore, as I become more educated in my readings, I can pass this knowledge down to my children....of course in a more simplified way! Which should not be too hard for me since that is what I do on a daily basis.....being 'special' and all!

We love each and everyone of you and pray that God blesses you and your family tremendously in 2011!!!

Polar Express

We took Jace to ride the Polar Express last Friday. He was so excited! He even watched the movie in the car on the way to Lubbock. After a little shopping and some eating we finally made it to the site. I think I was more excited than Jace when we saw the train! Jace was having a good time playing catch with the boy in the next seat, dancing with the servers, and just going non-stop. Mom and I wondered what we had gotten ourselves into!

THEN Santa came on board. It was like time stood still. Jace sat so still and quiet, peeking around the seat in front waiting for his turn. It was so sweet to just see the innocence and excitement of all the children as they waited for their chance to talk with Santa.

I long for the day I get to see and talk with my Lord and Savior Jesus! Watching Jace reminds me of the way I will be that day! Remember Jesus is the Reason for this CHRISTmas Season!

THANKFUL

Well I finally decided to dive into the blog world! Just warning everyone now....I'm not the best writer in the world so just hang in there with me. With this being the day before Thanksgiving, what better way to start my blog by talking about what I am thankful for. I have been blessed beyond measure with my wonderful husband and my two precious boys! I have a great BIG extended family who I love and adore! I have many awesome friends who I can rely on whenever I need anything! But best of all, I have been saved by the grace of God!

I thank God for everyone in my life and I wish each and everyone one of you a very blessed Thanksgiving!