Haven't blogged in a little while..

Yesterday we went to my husband's papaw's church, since we had been promising since his mamaw passed away that we would come hear him sing in the choir. I just hate that we never thought about it until she was gone. He sang so good, and you could hear him over everyone in the church :)


Saturday the 21st, my family had a benefit for Papaw James. Well I guess it was tech for my Mamaw Ruth but in memory of him. We had biscuits and yard sale at 7, silent auction, hot dogs, car wash, and gospel singing! We did it all to raise money for Mamaw in order to help her pay off the funeral expenses. When I left after it was over the last count was $2,745.60 and that wasn't even all of it. My mom said there was a little over 3 thousand when it was all over with. God is so amazing!


Then last night we had awana's, I am so sad that it is almost time for this year to come to an end :/ I'm gonna miss teaching my babies every Sunday night! But I will be OK because I will get to enjoy Sunday night church with the new pastor. I'm excited to venture out and grow more as a child of God. So I will have to get my husband to come to church with me more on Sunday nights! haha

A few new pictures..

Right before a dinner date 4/20/12

Church bound with Papaw and Uncle Buddy 4/22/12

Dinner Date 4/20/12

What happened to family comes first?

Family means everything to me... but apparently not as much to some people. There is someone from my past who royally tried to ruin my family, tried to finanically destroy my husband and I. And now two people in our family (one on my side-and one on his) are STILL speaking to this person, still friends with this person, and still want to hang out with this person. Whatever happened to loyalty? What happened to family comes first? I guess this is one of those things in life I'm not ment to understand?!

Hurry up Julyyyyyy!

I am so beyond ready for July; not only will it mark the first yr down in my marriage, but it will be time for a much needed-well wanted VACATION! I cannot wait to see my in laws again, I miss them so much! I know most wives complain about their in laws, but I more than love mine. I think it helps having such loving supporting families, they really support our dreams and ambitions, not only supporting our love for one another. I believe whole heartily God not only saved a wonderful man for me, but he also gave me a wonderful extended family. I love each and everyone of them, and I am so thankful for them in my life. I don't know where we would be (Brad and I) without the love and support our families show us. They have nothing but good things to say about us, and high hopes for us as a married couple. I cannot wait to begin my family with him, and extend it with them. I know they will support us whenever God see's fit for our family to begin. If my mother in law had her way we would be far on our way to having a house full of grand babies LOL But in God's time it will happen for us, though I have serious baby fever right now. But anyways, I cannot wait to get down to Florida and start soaking up the sun, and spending time on the beach. It is much needed time away from the chaos of everyday life, and time away from the drama and stress of it all. So July hurry up! We are ready to spend some quality time with his parents. I wish there was a way for all of us to go together, Him and I, Brittany, Trever and Chloe, & Tabitha and Josh. But we wouldn't have enough room for all of us to stay, but man that would be a vacation!

Guess I should go now and begin getting ready for Movie Night at Shadybrook Elementary! Taking Bryson Lee to his school around 6pm tonight to go watch the Muppet's! Oh boyyy! ha ha Let's just hope he behaves himself tonight and acts his age?! LoL


<3 Always,
Michelle

And in the blink of an eye..

...everything can change. A month ago today, I didn't realize at all that later that night my life would change forever. It's still hard to wrap my mind around her not being a phone call or a short ride away, and being able to call and check in with her or say "I have a prayer request.." and hearing her say "well honey I'll be praying, now you be sure and keep me updated.. I love you baby" I will never forget those simple phrases she used. Never take your family members for granted, they may not be here tomorrow; ALWAYS tell them how much they mean to you every day. You may not get another chance. I certainly wish I had one more conversation with her.. so many things I wish I would've asked her, or just sat and talked with her more. But I know she loved me with all her heart; and I know she knows I love her more than the stars in the sky. So until I see her again I will hold on to all the memories I have and I hold them near and dear to my heart!

In the last year..

I have lost a total of about 40 lbs. And I feel so much better about myself, I don't think at the time that I realized how bog I actually was! I look back at pictures and I am shocked that it's me in those pictures! Still got a ways to go but I am so proud of myself.

When you can't find your way, I'll find my way to you.

This song makes me think about all my babies!


"When darkness falls upon your heart and soul.
I'll be the light that shines for you.
When you forget how beautiful you are
I'll be there to remind you.
When you can't find your way,
I'll find my way to you.
When troubles come around,
I will come to you.

I'll be your shoulder when you need someone to lean on.
Be your shelter.
When you need someone to see you through.
I'll be there to carry you.
I'll be there.
I'll be the rock that will be strong for you.
The one that will hold on to you.
When you feel that rain falling down.
When there's nobody else around.
I'll be.

And when you're there with no one there to hold.
I'll be the arms that reach for you.
And when you feel your faith is running low.
I'll be there to believe in you.
When all you find are lies.
I'll be the truth you need.
When you need someone to run to .
You can run to me

I'll be your shoulder when you need someone to lean on.
Be your shelter.
When you need someone to see you through.
I'll be there to carry you.
I'll be there.
I'll be the rock that will be strong for you.
The one that will hold on to you.
When you feel that rain falling down.
When there's nobody else around.
I'll be.

I'll be the sun.
When your heart's filled with rain.
I'll be the one.
To chase the rain away.

I'll be your shoulder when you need someone to lean on.
Be your shelter.
When you need someone to see you through.
I'll be there to carry you.
I'll be there.
I'll be the rock that will be strong for you.
The one that will hold on to you.
When you feel that rain falling down.
When there's nobody else around.
I'll be.
I'll be."