Hooray Friday!!

I always look forward to going to work everyday, because I can't wait to see what challenges or learning experiences await me, but, I have been so anxious to get through this week because of course, Mother's day is coming!!(Wow, that's a huge run on sentence!)I can't wait to see what my little toot has created for me this year. I am always so touched by how hard she works on her projects. She gets so excited and secretly, I do too. Whatever it is I know I will treasure it because it comes directly from her little heart. And what more could a mother ask for?

Sweet Moments...The Joys of Motherhood

Many people know that to have a child is truly a blessing, but you can never truly know what this means until you become a parent and experience it first hand. There is nothing like a crooked little smile or beautiful big eyes staring at you and knowing without a doubt that you are the most amazing person in the whole world. Yes, this journey called motherhood has been a most challenging and yet extremely rewarding one. My thoughts take me to a couple of days ago when my daughter, Kyah, verbalized once again how much she dislikes when I have to work weekends.
Of course, it hurts me just as much to hear her say this and ask why I have to work and be away from her, but what is a working mother to do? It is very hard to push yourself through the door when you have a pair of sad little eyes asking you when you will be back. Unfortunately, I know this scenario all too well. On Saturday, this familiar scene played itself out yet again and I was left with the same response as usual, "Mommy has to help take care of our family...and I will be home again before you know it!"
Being the child that she is, she looks at me and asks,"How many hours do you have to work again?" And I, aching inside, respond to her..."12." Without a word she makes a facial expression that I have seen many times before... "the thinker" I call it. She leans over and gives me 12 sweet kisses, 6 on each cheek. Admiring her bravery and selflessness, I clinched my teeth to hold back my tears. Her sweet bravery made me stronger than I could ever imagine. Oh, the joys of motherhood.

Wow... I find myself being really consistent with inconsistency, if that even makes sense. I promised myself that this year I would be a more dedicated blogger, yet my primary roles as wife and working mother have taken precedence. Don't get me wrong, I love being all of these things, I just wonder sometimes how I am really able to do it all and have time to just be me. But, in the rare moments when I am still and quiet, I am reminded of God's presence in my life each day. You see, I am only as strong as my belief. This certainty, otherwise known as faith, is the only reason why I succeed. I have learned that God has not made my life so that I can stand still. He has made me a mover, a doer, an influencer, and most importantly, a follower of His will.

The blogging will come more consistently, when God has it in the plans for me. For now, I will continue to push forward on faith and know that He has it all worked out and I should just follow.
Right now, he is pointing me in a direction that is making me strong, stronger than I ever thought I could be. So maybe it will be a day, a week, a month or even a year, but I will still be the me I am supposed to be only more attuned to God's plan and my greater will.

Back in the Saddle

Wow!! Its been some time since my last post. Well, fortunately for all the readers nothing much has changed, but my little family and I have become more active over the past few months. My hubby has dedicated himself to a regular workout routine and my daughter and I share in the joys of the Nintendo Wii game system. It has proved to be worth every penny. Especially for sports enthusiasts like us!! The holidays were great and brought about a surprisingly nice time for the three of us. The snow on Christmas Eve will probably most memorable!! I quite sure my husband was more excited than our daughter (or just as excited if you ask me). We enjoyed a quiet Christmas and rang in the New Year with some new friends who sort of share our affinity for sports. So all in all this year's shaping up nicely... although its a bit too early to attempt any further predictions. Hopefully this year will be the birth of many new things for us. I can't wait to see what life has in store. One thing I do know is that finding out is the best part of the journey.

So... its been a little while since my last entry and I have to say that I was a little worked on my last post. I am just appalled at the things that the human race is capable of. I know that I am not without fault ( as I have said before) but I do have morals, something I think alot of people are lacking these days. But, enough of that,today will be a happy post.
Just a little update... I am scheduled to go on a two week vacation a week from today. I have to say that I am so overjoyed by this. There are a million things that I want to do, but most of all... spend time with my princess. We have also decided to take a mini-vacation to Port Aransas,Texas. If all goes according to planned, I can look forward to my first dolphin encounter later next week. ( Wait for those photos!!)
Until then, I am trying my very best to stay focused in my job responsibilities and prepare for some much needed rest and relaxation!! I also plan to go to a few sporting events and take a tour of the Dallas Cowboys stadium during my time off. ( Hubby will enjoy this, I'm sure)

That's all for now....stay tuned.

TimeOut

As I continue to follow the issue with North Korea and after hearing about Steve McNair, I feel it necessary to weigh in on the state of mankind. I am by no means an expert... and certainly have my share of transgressions as well, but I am beginning to wonder if I am alone in my being woeful (from a religious standpoint) about the state of our values and morals.

On the day that we Americans celebrate our own independence we are slapped in the face with constant looming fears of foreign threats as well as the threat of a nation slipping farther and farther away from demanding accountablity for actions. It is our duty as a Democracy to disspell threats of those who threaten freedom and impose and unwanted way of life upon others. Until recently,I have had no doubt that we are capable of becoming peacemakers, as we are a superpower.

A growing problem,within our own borders seems to be plaguing the nation. Infidelity has been around for centuries and I doubt that it will ever really go away, but recently it has become an increasingly destructive problem that receives so much attention. I am just worried about the state of our morals and values these days.
I don't really follow football that closely, but I did know of Mr. McNair and he seemed to be an outstanding ball player and person on and off the field. What I can't understand... and I don't proclaim to know the insides of his relationship with his wife, but what in the world causes a man to make such poor decisions?!!
The outlook for marriage in general is dismal. In general,I just don't feel like people are willing to compromise in order to make marriage work. After all, I was told that's what it's all about. Communication and compromise....and above all else GOD!! Holding on to Him will get you through the lowest and toughest of times and He will help you to see things through to the other side. I not naive enough to think that every marriage is going to work and last forever and don't want anyone to think that I believe in the idea of staying married no matter what. My message is this... there will be problems... every relationship promises this... there will be times when you want to quit, when you feel like there is no way out but there always is when you turn to GOD. If you are thinking about stepping outside of your marriage to find happiness, just remember... He knows all and sees all and those who live in his favor will receive his blessings. And we ALL are in need.

Happiness is defined as good fortune, pleasure, contentment and joy or the state of being happy.

My definition: Happiness is waking up with the sunshine on Sunday morning, glancing over at the man who you have chosen to spend the rest of your life with and knowing that today is going to be a good day.

It's watching your child play everyday and cherishing the beautiful smile on her face. It's knowing that she is proof of the many wonderful works of our creator. And,in some small part she is wonderful because of you, but even more so because you gained the wisdom to know when to call on GOD for help along the way.

Happiness is thinking about your family and life and being thankful that today things are a little messed up but knowing that tomorrow brings another day... believe it or not this builds strength.

The state of being happy is this... Knowing who you are, where you stand, what you stand for and realizing that each day we spend on this Earth is a gift from GOD. One in which we should be thankful for. So, whoever you are and wherever you are right now, remember these words from two of my most cherished quotes: "We are not what we have been, but what we will become," "Do all things with love".

Above all else remember that life is a journey and it should be a happy one... do what makes you happy and don't worry about the walls outside of that.