My Greatest Love Story

Today I get to share with you a story that is very dear to me. It is my sister, Kelly, sharing with us. I remember the day she decided to give her life to the Lord. It was almost more special to me than the day I gave my life to the Lord. You see, I spent years praying for her. I also "beat her over the head" with the Bible. Which in turn, I feel, did more harm than good. So to know that God worked in spite of me is amazing. Reading it over again today still brings tears to my eyes. I pray it touches you as well!

{My sister, Kelly, and brother in law, Justin}

I was raised catholic and felt like I had a great "prayer" life but never a real personal relationship with Jesus. Then I was invited to bible study by Sybil and Heather (neighbors). Sybil and I were not close in the beginning actually I felt we actually clashed I did however decide to attend the study it was over Proverbs 31! During the study I could really feel God working in my heart changing me into the woman HE wanted me to be! I attended Apex at the time and one Sunday felt an overwhelming urge to confess my new found faith! My sister was there with me which means so much! It was a day I will never forget! My journey has had many ups and downs, I remember thinking after I was "saved" how the ease of life would begin. Boy was I wrong! After suffering deep depression soon after being saved, I literally clung to the Bible. I'm talking a feeling like this is it all that will get me through this is JESUS! I was right enduring the darkest days of my life with Jesus by my side! Knowing now that Jesus died for MY sins and that I have ever lasting life gives me strength and purpose to live the life he wants for me! My verse, Jeremiah 29:11 "For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future", gives me so much hope and strength!

Thanks for asking me to share, Amy. I really enjoyed writing and meditating over this Love story!

{My nephews, Jamison and Kyler}

Oh...The Bachelor!

Have I mentioned before that I hate The Bachelor? Somehow, (3 friends!) I ended up watching it again this season. I did a post awhile back on why NOT to watch The Bachorlette. Today, Ben...it is your turn!

I am willing to bet that no matter what woman and man you put together on these dates, they would fall in love! Helicopter rides, private concerts, picnics on Mayan Ruins, the most gorgeous hotels you have ever seen! My opinion, put these people in a restaurant with 2-3 kids and try to eat dinner. Go grocery shopping as a couple. Figure out a budget. Are you falling in love now?!

When they run out of things to say, what do they do? They kiss! I mean seriously! And if I have to watch Ben lick his lips one more time before he kisses someone...good heavens!

These girls clearly do not eat. ANYTHING! But oh boy can they drink. Drinks in the morning, noon, and night. Maybe I need to adopt that diet!

It gets cheesier and cheesier as it goes on. The music, the conversation, all of it.

"I am in love with you because you make me happy." News flash ladies, being in love is not about you being happy! It is a choice. It is a commitment. It is about making the other person happy.

These poor girls are so confused. Usually I start the season with a favorite. This year it was Kasie B and Lindzi. By the end, I am praying that he gets rid of them because they seem halfway normal and I don't want them to end up with this scum bag. (Ben probably is not a scum bag.) I also usually have a least favorite. Can you guess who it was this year? Courtney. I want him to pick her. I actually feel really bad for her. I think she is the most confused of them all.

I will never understand how he goes from one girl to the next and just makes out with them...if not doing more. And how are the girls okay with this. Don't even get me started on the overnight dates!

This is no way to meet a husband or wife. It makes entertaining tv (and blog posts) but no way to meet a mate.

Why does Chris Harris have to come out and tell us, "This is the last rose of the night." What, are you serious? I can't count...to one!

I hate, hate, hate, that these girls get their hearts broken. I believe that they are seriously putting their feelings and emotions out there. Only to be rejected. It really makes me so sad! I just want to give them a big hug and tell them how special they really are.

Obviously there are things I like about this show or I wouldn't spend weeks and weeks watching it. In a couple weeks there will be the finale and we will finally get to see which girl he chooses and who gets their heart broken. I can't wait!

Today I am linking this post up to Oh Amanda and Top Ten Tuesday.

WeekEND News

This weekend was rather boring.

Rob was sick on Friday so we hung out at home.

Saturday was just a day at home. Carys did have a friend spend the night so that was fun for her.

Sunday, however, was exciting!

It was Broderick's last wrestling meet. The big Championship! It was an all day event. I am so proud of that boy! He wrestled hard all year and came home with 3rd place in his weight class on Sunday! He improved and grew so much this year!

How was your weekend?