When does it end!??

So I've realized that I'm not so good at this keeping up with blogging thing. I always forget for some reason, I need to work on being better about posting. Life has been a combination of hectic/not hectic... It seem like the times when I have time to spare I don't have anything that needs to be done but when I have things already on my plate it seems that there is ALWAYS something/things that have to be done. So I pledge that I will do my best to blog more:o)

Recently my 2001 alero (aka the silver bullet) has decided that she is going to cause problems for me, mainly in the department of NOT STARTING! I recently had my fuel pump replaced, oh not even a month ago, and it seems that we have the same issue again.. Why is it that at the most inopportune times, when you REALLY have to have your car and don't have any money/have other things you want to spend you money on (Christmas gifts), your car breaks down? It is quite the frustration, I must say, after just recently shelling out the dough for it to be fixed. Luke was planning on taking the car to Nashville on Tuesday to visit his parents for Christmas break and OF COURSE the car breaks just in time to make things complicated. Luckily he had bought me a ticket after Christmas to fly to Nashville so we found a flight this coming week to get him there and the nice folks at Southwest were more than happy to transfer the flight.. In spite of the recent set back we WILL PREVAIL and get him to Nashville so that he is able to go see his Grandparents:0) That of course means that I will be making the 11hr. trek to Nashville later on in some car, but I must admit the time alone and chance to drive and clear my mind will be welcomed!

On to other subjects.............:o)
So is it just me or does it just not feel like Christmas this year? I think that my mind has not caught up with how time has flown since August. Since I have been subbing/taking care of a 1 year old in that time (which is by the way a FULL time deal) I have just not been able to keep up with time. I am ready to have a MUCH needed break that comes at Christmas and am looking forward to ringing in the New Year in Nashville and look forward to spending time with friends and family.

Of the wall yet again (this is how my mind works, very randomly)
I am thinking about moving to Nashville, TN after the Spring and am praying about it and, if so, preparing my finances for it. So pray for me if you think about it...

Hope everyone is gearing up for a new week and for most, the last week of school before the break YAY!! Remember to not take things to seriously because we're not in control GOD IS!:O) Blessings to all!

P.S. I miss my old friends I haven't seen in forever

Latest Happenings

This week has been A LOT hecktic. Everyone here has had the lovely stomach virus! YAY!.. there's nothing better then throwing up what seems like a MILLION times. My little cousin who's living with us brought it with her so all five of me and my siblings got it this week. This is the first day that everyone is well, THANK GOODNESS! That's the worst illness ever!

Luke is in Philadelphia at the moment. I surprised him for his birthday (early) and bought him a ticket to go see his friends. He's missed everyone and doesn't every have the time to get away so I thought it would be fun for him to go. I must admit it was VERY hard for me not to buy a ticket for myself also but my budget sorta halted that one from happeneing=) It's been quite dull around here and a bit depressing without him here. I am still recovering from my sickness and i'm quite attached to the dear boy so the combo of not feeling well and missing him hasn't been a great one. I know he needed a break from school and work and Waco so I can suffer for a while so he can enjoy a break=) I didn't substitute at all this week so that was nice, I couldn't either because of getting sick so not a good week on the money making end.

I can't believe it is almost Thanksgiving and Christmas again!! Where has the time gone?? Luke and I went to Philly last Christmas for his friend's wedding and that seems like it was just a few months ago. This time thing in getting WAY out of hand! I must admit I am QUITE ready for some cold weather. It is November for heaven's sake! It should not still be in the 70s and 80s. I love cold weather, fires, hot coco and spiced tea, along with some snuggling with my honey and a good movie! There is nothing better to me. I am also ready for cold weather so I can wear WINTER clothes. I am so into scarves and pea coats and they just don't work when it's 78 outside. Come on mother nature help me out here!

That is enough rambling for one day and hope everyone is staying HEALTHY and has a very relaxing weekend. God bless!

"October" by Rosie Thomas

I think this song is so sweet....it's a good listen so go take it for a spin and see what you think:)

"Make her a flower in late december
When the sun is hot and shining on her
Write her a love song and play it all day long
To remind her of all that she is worth

But never never leave her

Take her on long drives for ice cream by sea sides
And give her your coat when she is cold
Tell her you miss her when you're close enough to kiss her
And that you'd walk a thousand miles to tell her so

But never never leave her

Take photographs of her on Brooklyn street in October
When her nervous smile is slightly curved
Somedays when she is slightly down tell her it's okay to frown
It makes you just fall more in love with her

But never never leave her"

wonderful song...

"Here I Am"- the Village Church

verse 1:
Take me far away from here
Save me from this world i fear
Break me from the things i hold so near
There're so far from you

verse 2:
Reveal to me what you want me to do
Place me where your will draws me to
Lord, be pleased with the worship I bring to you
I sing to you, I shout to you

chorus:
Here I am
Send me out
Let me shine for you glory
I will reach out in love and proclaim your word
Take me now, show me how
I need to live not for me,
But for you and your glory
For you and your glory

Repeat both verses and chorus...

Here I am
Send me out
Let me shine....
Let me shine for your glory..




This is my prayer many days to the Lord.. I want Him to use me in whatever way he needs to. I want him to send me out to shine for HIS glory..not mine but his. I want to love on people who need it and speak of his glory to those who many have never heard the name of Jesus! This song is from the Village Church, it's in lewisville, tx.. you can find it on Podcast (on Itunes) if you want to listen to the music with it.

May you experience the GREAT LOVE of the Lord today....

Addison Road

"Hope Now"

If everything comes down to love
Then just what am I afraid of?
When I call out your name
Something inside awakes in my soul
How quickly I forget I'm yours

I'm not my own
I've been carried by you
All my life

Chorus:
Everything rides on hope now
Everything rides on faith somehow
When the world has broken me down
This love sets me free

When my life is like a storm
Rising waters all I want is the shore
You say I'll be ok
And make it through the rain
You are my shelter from the storm


Chorus:
Everything rides on hope now
Everything rides on faith somehow
When the world has broken me down
This love sets me free

You define my heart's desires
And I will sing your praises higher
Cause your love sets me free
Your love sets me free

I'm not my own
I've been carried by you
All my life
Your love sets me free

Chorus:
Everything rides on hope now
Everything rides on faith somehow
When the world has broken me down
This love sets me free

23rd Birthday

My bday this year was great! I started it by cleaning, cleaning, and cleaning some more because my family was having company this past weekend and I'm home so I get the lovely duty.. Once everyone got into town, Cherise her roommate Corrie and Chelsey, Bryan and his parents we all headed out to WISD for the boys football game. All I will say is that it was a disappointing game. So things when we got home were a bit gloomy. If you've ever had a family member involved in a sport ESPECIALLY Texas football you know that when they lose you better expect some unhappy people most likely until the next weeks game. I've been through this before and it was unfortunate that it had to happen on my bday so nothing really exciting went on Friday night. My mom made me open my presents because I'm sure she felt bad that my bday had not been very well super so I did. I received some lovely present and thanks to all those who contributed.

Saturday, my lovely, wonderful boyfriend surprised me and told me he had arranged for us to go to Dallas and see my best friend Ali. I can't really go and see her on a whim anymore because I'm taking care of a baby everyday and don't have the funds nor the transportation to get there. I've missed her and he was so thoughtful and took me to Dallas. We enjoyed some great texmex cuisine and some good conversation=) It was nice to get to spend time with her...and I LOVE LUKE! He also bought me some shades and two dresses I wanted what a bear=) The weekend ended up being superspectacular and now all that needs to happen for it to really be perfect is for the COWBOYS to win tonight. We'll see what happens but I am so thankful for the family, friends, and boyfriend God has blessed me with. They may be hard to handle at times but they are worth it!

Love to all...................

Nothing Really.

We have had GORGEOUS weather this week despite all the hurricanes or the lack of here in Lorena. Anyway, my point being, I took Taylor for a stroll this afternoon and I don't think I can remember it feeling so wonderful outside. If you work inside (which most people do) on your lunch break or whenever GO OUTSIDE.. I always seem to feel 110% better and alive when I get fresh air and some time to think. I hope everyone has a chance everyday to just stop and breathe. Going for a walk/jog in GREAT weather and just taking time to think and release my thoughts is always so riveting! I encourage everyone to try this if you don't already do it and just see how much better you feel=) Sorry not to much to report on. If you're into country music take a listen to a country band called Lady Antebellum they are quickly becoming a favorite of mine.

~Peace and Love~