tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-57176324287459773992024-02-21T03:31:50.909-08:00We4KingzEnter into His gates with Thanksgiving, and into His courts with praise; be thankful unto Him, bless His name. Psalm 100:4Juliehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11737560182971205202noreply@blogger.comBlogger35125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5717632428745977399.post-5017999338940518742014-02-10T07:03:00.001-08:002014-02-10T07:03:48.072-08:00We moved.....<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Yep, we moved almost 6 months ago to Lynchburg and I am just now getting around to writing about it. I will start from the very beginning and it will probably be very long.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">It all started about 4 years ago when Eric attended Supervisor School with the VSP. During that month of training, he and another Sgt became best friends. The other Sgt, invited Eric home to stay the night with his family one night while they were in Supervisor School. Eric was so moved by their hospitality. Their friendship continued to grow and Randy begged Eric to bring his family up for a weekend to check out the area (I'm pretty sure he knew we would fall in love with Lynchburg). Well, he was right!! After a weekend visit to Lynchburg, we went back to Christiansburg with a strong desire in our hearts to move there so we started praying.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Since Eric works for the Virginia State Police, we have the option of transferring if we want to. After praying about it for a while, we decided to put in a transfer letter for Campbell County(several Sgt positions) and Appomattox County (only 1 Sgt position). Eric was first on each list so we knew if a position came open we would have a big decision to make. As time went on, we went back and forth on whether this was really God directing us to Lynchburg or if was our own desire. I am not a patient person so I expected God to just put all the pieces together once we decided that we would be willing to go there, if that's where He wanted us. NOT HOW IT WORKS!!! Since God was not moving things along the way I thought He should be I began to doubt. We continued to pray.....</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">As months turned into years, yes YEARS, we had many moments of highs and lows. Just when we would think the Lord was putting the pieces together, everything would fall through. We even took our letter for Campbell County out because we just didn't think that's where we were supposed to be. There were many times we thought about pulling Eric's transfer letter for Appomattox but we never did. Randy continued to encourage(push,pull,tug ahem) us to move up there. Our response was always, "if the Lord makes a way, then we will move but not until then". Our biggest hurdle was selling our house. We tried to sell it twice over this time period and we never even received an offer. We continued to be discouraged and confused and asking "why had God put this desire in our hearts if He wanted us to stay in Christiansburg"?</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Fast forward to Fall 2012! Randy had sufferend an injury while instructing firearms at the range. He had injured his shoulder and would need surgery. His surgery did not go as planned and he was not able to return to work. Randy was the only Sgt in the Appomattox office. By Spring 2013 after many doctors visit, therapy and prayers it was determined that Randy would be leaving VSP retiring on disability because of his shoulder. This was a huge blow to him and his family.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">If Randy was retiring that meant they would need to fill his position. Eric was first on the list and we would need to make a decision over the summer 2013. This is definitely not how any of us thought the Lord would work it out for us to move to Lynchburg. Since we knew they would be filling Randy's position late Summer or early Fall we decided to put our house on the market in May 2013. Our house was our biggest hurdle, but God could do anything if that's where He wanted us. May, June and July passed with no offers. Once again we were feeling confused and questioning if this was the Lord's will. August came with excitement we had an OFFER!!!! We were excited and scared and the kids weren't sure what to think. Everything moved along smoothly so the day before the home inspection, Eric and I made a trip to Lynchburg to find us a place to live and to get paperwork filled out for the kids to start school in the Fall. We wanted to move on August 10th because we had vacation planned for the next week. We arrived at the apt complex where we were hoping to live and prayed before we walked into the leasing office asking God to give us a clear answer. We walked in and told them what we were looking for and guess what, they had an apt that would be available Aug 9th!!!! Yes, we both looked at each other and laughed. We finalized our leasing application and were immediately accepted. Since we weren't prepared to pay our down payment that day we asked if we could bring it back on Friday. They agreed and we were floating on air and in awe of what how the Lord was putting all the pieces together. When we got back to Christiansburg that evening, the guy was at our house doing the home inspection. Seemed everything was going fine. The very next day our realtor pulled in our driveway, he came in and had a very grim look on his face. He said "I'm sorry but the buyers have changed their minds and do not want to buy your house". What?!?!?!?! We were crushed!!!! We could not believe that they had made this decision before the home inspection was even finalized. Why?!?! They gave no concrete answer for their decision. It felt as someone had punched us in the gut!! We immediately started praying for guidance. What do we do if they offer Eric his transfer and our house hasn't sold? What do we do about the kids school? So many questions, we were in a fog. Almost like there was a death in our family. I know that sounds extreme but we had just witnessed God putting the pieces together and now they were all falling apart. We had vacation coming up and school starting, we were running out of time. We were so discouraged, but God is not the author of confusion. He had not brought us this far to leave us now. He had a plan and would show us just how big He is!!! Within 2 weeks, He sold our house. Yes, after 4 years with 1 offer and the buyer backing out. He sold our house twice within 2 weeks!!! Only God could do that! We give Him all the glory for allowing us to witness His goodness in such an awesome way. The next day we went back to Lynchburg, paid our deposit and registered the kids for school. The next week we went on vacation. We came home from vacation about 4am on Saturday, August 24th and loaded the moving truck. On Sunday, August 25th after church, our family of 4 headed up 81 to our new home. On Monday, August 26th the kids started school. Whew!!!! It was a whirlwind but God's timing is perfect. He allowed all the pieces to fit together in His time and not ours!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Because of all the confusion with whether we were or weren't moving, Eric would not be assigned to Appomattox until the first week of October. Yes, I would be a single parent during the week and we would see each other on the weekends. We survived by the grace of God! It was super hard but He brought us through. Not every day has been easy, but He is faithful! The kids have adjusted well to their new schools and have made new friends but they still miss their friends in Christiansburg. We have days that we wonder what we were thinking of relocating our family but that's when God shows us that we are right where He wants us to be. He is good, He is faithful and He is God!!</span>Juliehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11737560182971205202noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5717632428745977399.post-22750066289220683432014-02-10T06:44:00.000-08:002014-02-10T06:44:36.099-08:00I've fallen but I'm getting back up!<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">I should have known this would happen after posting about "determination"! After that post, it seemed satan was sitting on my shoulder relentlessly telling me lies. "You've been working hard, you deserve a treat" or "You worked out yesterday, you deserve a break", <b>ALL LIES!!! </b>I slacked up on my time with God which allowed me to believe the lies that satan was telling me. So of course, I had a treat and skipped my workout. This only led to discouragement and disappointment in myself! I thought I had finally figured it out but I HAD NOT!!!</span><div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Not only is God working in my life through this bible study but He is in every detail of my life! Lately, I have been overwhelmed by His goodness and I don't ever want to take that for granted! He is good and His grace is sufficient. I wonder how He could love me but He does, and He loves you too!</span></div>
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Juliehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11737560182971205202noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5717632428745977399.post-66137449784860422392014-01-30T16:58:00.002-08:002014-01-30T16:58:50.159-08:00Determination!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="background-color: white; font-size: large; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #3d85c6;">To be honest, I am not a very disciplined person. I often have trouble keeping goals I have set for myself. I always have GREAT intentions but somehow other things(excuses) get me off track. I do not like this about myself!!! </span></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #3d85c6; font-size: large;">This bible study has been just what I needed to get my mind in the right place to make a permanent change. So far I have lost 1.6 lbs, not much but it's definitely moving in the right direction. What I am most excited about is the exercise I have started this week! My husband and I have worked out several times this week and it feels sooooo good! </span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #3d85c6; font-size: large;">As I get ready to start week 3, I'm praying the Lord will give me the determination to keep going. With Him all things are possible!</span></div>
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Juliehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11737560182971205202noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5717632428745977399.post-1893642726113045492014-01-23T11:02:00.000-08:002014-01-23T11:02:00.542-08:00Permissible But Not Beneficial<span style="color: #666666; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="background-color: white; line-height: 21px;"><b><i><u>"Everything is permissable....but not everything is beneficial" 1 Cor 10:23</u></i></b></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #666666;">That statement holds so much truth, if only I could get that to sink into my brain. I think this is one of the toughest things for me anytime I start to eat healthier. </span><br />
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<span style="color: #666666;">I LOVE BROWNIES!!! They are my downfall! THEY ARE NOT GOOD FOR ME...AT ALL!!! They are permissable but NOT beneficial to my overall health. As I started this study the Lord has really been revealing this truth to me. Just 5 days into the study, I've already found myself asking "Is this good for me?" everytime I go to eat something. There are so many better choices I can make! However, I CRAVE sweets and it's hard!!</span><br />
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<span style="color: #666666;">Do I crave sweets more than God? I'm sad to say that sometimes I'm guilty of that very thing. As Lysa talked about cravings, she said "<i><u>Each time I craved something I knew wasn't part of my plan, I used that craving as a prompt to pray</u></i>". This quote spoke to me because I never think to ask God about my food. I thank Him for it, but don't ask if it's beneficial. I plan to put this into practice. When I have a craving, I will turn to the Lord to fullfill my craving. I have a lot of cravings so I will be praying alot! :)</span><br />
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<span style="color: #666666;">Growing spiritually is so much more important that any weightloss I will ever have! However, my body is a temple that He has created and I want to honor Him in the choices that I make! </span><br />
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<br />Juliehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11737560182971205202noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5717632428745977399.post-41907180795971506652014-01-19T15:18:00.000-08:002014-01-19T15:18:33.705-08:00You're Invited<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><i>Hi All,</i></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><i>I've decided to participate in Proverbs 31 Online Bible Study "Made To Crave"!! I'm super excited to get started and would love for you to join me. To join simply go to this link, </i></span><i style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><a href="http://proverbs31.org/online-bible-studies/">http://proverbs31.org/online-bible-studies/</a></i><i style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"> and sign up.</i><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><i>As I start this study, my desire is to seek Jesus anytime I have a craving(for sweets and temporary pleasure). I cannot do this by myself, I need Him! I want to be healthy, both spiritually and physically! I'm sure I will have successes and failures along the way. I've had MANY successes with weight loss but I always go back to my bad habits. I am a sweetaholic!!! I CANNOT TURN DOWN SWEETS!!! </i></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><i>Please pray for me as I start this journey towards craving Jesus and making better choices about what I put in my body. There's no temporary pleasure that will give me the eternal pleasure that comes from having a deeper relationship with Jesus. </i></span><br />
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Juliehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11737560182971205202noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5717632428745977399.post-20575309000872122852013-02-12T08:21:00.000-08:002013-02-12T08:21:12.314-08:00His LoveIt's only Monday and this week has already been hard!! <br />
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Our kids argue...ALOT!!! They are both growing up :( They have issues with friends, issues with school work and the list goes on. I know the teenage years are going to be a blast!! <br />
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Sometimes it brings out the worst in us as parents and that makes my heart hurt!! As I was driving in to work this morning a thought crossed my mind. As hard as it has been lately, I wouldn't trade my kids for anything in this world. They are priceless treasures entrusted to us by our Lord. Sometimes I think He has a lot more faith in me than I deserve. <br />
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It makes me think how I must break His heart daily with my words and actions. I am not a perfect child of God but He loves me anyway. I will never be perfect and neither will my kids but He loves us anyway!! I am so thankful for His amazing grace!! I don't deserve it but He gives it freely. I pray I can give grace to my kids like He has given to me. <br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><strong><em>For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith—and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God— not by works, so that no one can boast. </em></strong></span><span class="keywordresultextras"><a href="http://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Ephesians+2:7-10&version=NIV"><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><strong><em>Ephesians 2:7-10</em></strong></span></a> </span>Juliehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11737560182971205202noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5717632428745977399.post-55456864260390922192013-02-07T08:23:00.002-08:002013-02-07T08:23:18.153-08:00Random updateI've neglected my blog for a while now so I thought I would do a random list of updates.....<br />
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We are BUSY, BUSY, BUSY!! Hopefully I can be better at updating in the future.<br />
Juliehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11737560182971205202noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5717632428745977399.post-9291601494756592742012-10-09T08:06:00.000-07:002012-10-09T08:06:28.958-07:00PrayingPraying! <br />
I've been doing a lot of that in the last several days. Since Thursday, I have heard of three men who have been taken from their families.<br />
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On Thursday, a childhood friends husband took his own life. He had no insurance and they have two teenage children. My heart breaks for her! Please pray for the Terry Wagoner family.<br />
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On Friday night around 11:45, Eric's cell phone rang. It was another Sgt telling him that a Pulaski trooper had been killed while directing traffic at the state fair. He left behind a wife,parents and brother/sister. They are living one of my greatest fears. Please pray for the <a href="http://www2.wsls.com/news/2012/oct/09/services-scheduled-for-va-trooper-ar-2268194/">Andrew Fox</a> family.<br />
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On Sunday morning, I read about another tragic accident in Arkansas. I read the blog of Julee Turner who lives in Little Rock, AK. Her husband Matt was killed in a car accident on Saturday evening. Leaving her and her 10 month old little girl behind. Please pray for the <a href="http://mattandjuleeturner.blogspot.com/">Matt Turner</a> family.<br />
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Sometimes you have to ask, why God? Why are these families having to deal with tragedy? What are you trying to show us? <br />
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If you haven't heard of Origami Owl, you are not the only one. It's a new company that sells one of a kind custom jewelry.
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Our living lockets are customized to tell your story. Each locket is created by you to share your life and interest.
You can create a locket for any occasion or milestone in your life. These make excellent gifts!<br />
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Maybe you are interested in the business opportunity of this brand new company. This is the first direct sales company I have ever been a part of and to say I'm thrilled would be an understatement!!
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God Bless!!Juliehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11737560182971205202noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5717632428745977399.post-64820321489558749062012-06-05T08:00:00.000-07:002012-06-05T08:00:16.725-07:00Wonder how He feels?So, we now have a pre-teen in our home!! Not sure how this happened so quickly but the time has arrived. With that being said, things are changing (physically and emotionally, eek)!!! <br />
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Yesterday as the kids were playing in the pool the obnoxious monster reared his ugly head. And by obnoxious I mean doing everything possible to aggravate his sister! :) Our almost always respectful and laid back child has started to struggle in this area. Bless his heart! We realize this is only the horomones working over time but sometimes it is just plain aggravating to be honest!! <br />
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As I was sitting there watching this unfold a thought came to my mind. I thought "I wonder if this is how the Lord feels when we are obnoxious, disrespectful and wanting our way"? I am so thankful that He forgives my selfish nature and continues to love me no matter what! <br />
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As the years of raising teenagers quickly approaches, I hope the Lord will help me to be as forgiving and loving as He is with me. I don't deserve it but He loves me anyway. <br />
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My kids are far from perfect, just like their parents!! ;) However, I am so proud the Lord has allowed me to be their mama! I know the Lord is going to do great things in and through them. <br />
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Jeremiah 29:11Juliehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11737560182971205202noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5717632428745977399.post-25930400029374254382012-03-30T09:04:00.000-07:002012-03-30T09:04:21.677-07:00Disney 2012This is only 2 months late....<br />
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Our trip to Disney was absolutely "<strong>Magical</strong>"!!! It was without a doubt the best vacation we have ever had as a family!! <br />
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Our trip was a Christmas gift to our kids (and to ourselves!!) We counted down 18 days until it was time to head to the airport. The kids and my dad had never flown before so that in itself was exciting. There were several other families on our flight who were taking their kids to Disney for the first time. One family was keeping it a secret where they were going. They had 2 boys 7 and 4. Their Mom kept telling them they were going to the "Socks and Underwear Factory". LOL They still had no idea where they were going as we exited the plane in Orlando. (I LOVED HER IDEA)<br />
We flew out of Charlotte so we drove down to my parents house(they went with us) on Wed, Jan 11, spent the night and then headed to the airport. Our kids loved the flight and my Dad liked it to but he will never admit it. LOL<br />
When we arrived in Orlando (only 1hr 17mins later) we were directed to go to the bottom floor to be picked up by the Magical Express. We didn't have to claim our bags, we just went straight to the bus. Our driver was a little over the top but what else would you expect from a "Disney" cast member? The drive from the airport took about 30 minutes. We made stops at several different resorts before finally arriving at ours, Port Orleans-French Quarter!!<br />
The resort was GORGEOUS!!! Check in went smoothly once we figured out which person to go to. We were given our Disney cards (for room,parks and dining) and made our way to our room(s). We were plesantly surprised with how beautiful, clean and spacious our rooms were. The kids were so excited!!! <br />
After freshening up we decided we should head to Magic Kingdom for some rides and supper. During our visit we relied solely on the Disney Bus System and it was GREAT!!! Thankfully our resort was one of the smaller ones so we never really had to wait for a bus. Anyway, on to Magic Kingdom. After about a 10-15 minute bus ride we were dropped off at the gate. <br />
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We went through security and FINALLY we were there!!! Walking down Main Street with the Castle in view is such a magical feeling. As we got closer we could see Mickey and Minnie and several other characters dancing on stage in front of the castle. OH MY!!! It was perfect!!! Emily was so excited!!<br />
After the performance was over we made our way to Pirates of the Carribean. This was our first ride and the kids loved it!! Then we went to eat at Pecos Bill's which is a burger place. It was okay but doubt we will eat their again. After we finished eating Eric and Caleb headed to ride Space Mountain. My Mom,Dad, Emily and I found us a good spot to watch the Magical Light Parade. It was beautiful!! We LOVED it!! If you ever go, this is a MUST do!! After the parade finished we headed over to find Caleb and Eric but first made a stop at "It's a Small World". Emily thought it was "adorable". By the time we met up, the fireworks were getting ready to start. NO ONE DOES FIREWORKS LIKE DISNEY!!!! It was breathtaking! <br />
After the fireworks we rode a few more rides then headed to the front to make our way back to our resort. However, we timed it just right for the Castle light show (another MUST do). It blew our minds and we were so thankful that we were able to see all of these awesome things on our very first day at Disney. <br />
We made our way to the bus stop and headed back to our resort. We headed to the restaurant for a snack. By the time we got back to our room, our bags had been delivered to our room (we didn't have to claim our bags at the airport, Disney did that for us.) First class is all I can say about a Disney Vacation. To say we were exhausted was a huge understatement but we couldn't wait for our first full day at Disney.<br />
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Day Two(first full day): Epcot<br />
Epcot was our favorite park!! We liked Soarin, Mission Space and Test Track the best! We had lunch at Le Cellier Steakhouse and OH.MY.WORD!!!! It will be a must on our next trip. <br />
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Day Three: Animal Kingdom: This was our least favorite park. The safari was EXCELLENT but other than that my kids didn't really enjoy it. We did however enjoy our lunch/dinner at Rainforest Cafe. Another must on our next trip!<br />
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Day Four: Hollywood Studios: Caleb really enjoyed this park. He loved the Tower of Terror and the Rockin Roller Coaster. Emily doesn't like the roller coasters so she was a little bored. We enjoyed the Indiana Jones show and got to meet most all of the characters at Hollywood Studios will a minimal line for each. Our favorite part though was the American Idol Experience!! It was sooooo much fun.<br />
I can't remember what the name of the place that we had dinner but it was NOT GOOD!!! Next time we will probably get reservations at Downtown Disney this night.<br />
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Day Five: Magic Kingdom: It was really crowded this day (Martin Luther King Holiday) because schools were out. However, we had a great day and had dinner at Liberty Tree Tavern, it was pretty good too. <br />
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Day Six(our last day in a park): Downtown Disney and Back to Epcot: The kids really loved it and that 's where they wanted to go on the last day. We headed over to Downtown Disney first to look around and then took the bus to Epcot. We managed to ride all of our favorites at least one more time and it was great. <br />
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Day Seven: Flying Home<br />
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I can't say enough about Disney Vacations!! They are awesome and Disney transportation is excellent. We Cannot Wait To Go Back....in a few years!!Juliehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11737560182971205202noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5717632428745977399.post-50318153627543939992012-01-10T07:45:00.000-08:002012-01-10T07:45:56.518-08:002012 so far......Well, it's 10 days into the new year and so far it's been pretty good. Our family is healthy, we have a warm house to sleep in every night and we have food to eat. I have a husband I love more than he will ever know and two awesome kids who light up my days!<br />
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My mom got me a daily calendar for Christmas and it sits on my kitchen counter. Everyday it has a different quote. Yesterday it read.....<br />
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"If you aren't satisfied with little, then you won't be satisfied with much!"<br />
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WHOA!!! That really got my attention. God is so good to me and my family. He provides everything we <u>NEED</u>! I want to be satisfied with what He has given me. I want to be satisfied with what He has given my family. So often I find myself thinking "if we just had a bigger house" or "if we just had more money". I'm finally realizing that satisfaction doesn't come from bigger things or more things. Satisfaction can only come from a relationship with God. This year I want to be satisfied in my relationship with Him. I have a VERY LONG WAY TO GO! I just need to take it day by day and let Him lead me each step I take. <br />
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Eric preached Sunday at his Dad's church (and did an awesome job!!). He preached on "Forgetting Your Past Failures". I feel like I have been a failure spiritually in the past. I've not read my bible like I should. I've not prayed like I should. I've not been the wife and mother I should. I've made other things priorities and I don't want to keep making those same mistakes. <br />
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~JulieJuliehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11737560182971205202noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5717632428745977399.post-3901884116644807082012-01-05T09:21:00.000-08:002012-01-05T09:21:34.908-08:002011 RecapI can't believe another year has come and gone! I always heard "the older you get the faster time goes by" and I have found that to be true. <br />
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We had a wonderful Christmas and just enjoyed being with family. Christmas Eve was spent with Eric's family. This year we were blessed with a precious addition, Audrey Ruth! She is definitely the center of attention when we get together because she is just so sweet! After presents were opened the whole family started playing "Just Dance 3". It was sooooo much fun and we laughed so hard! <br />
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Christmas morning the kids woke us up at 3:45 but went back to bed until 4:45, UGH!!! They were so excited to see what Santa had brought them. This year Santa tried to scale back!! Caleb's big gift was an XBOX Kinect and Emily's big gift was a REAL baby stroller with carseat. ;) They were both very excited and happy with all of their gifts. <br />
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After all the presents under the tree were opened we brought out our "family gift". Wrapped in a box was a Mickey Mouse balloon and a note that read.....<br />
<strong><em><u>SURPRISE we are going to DISNEY WORLD AND WE ARE FLYING ON AN AIRPLANE!!!</u></em></strong> Caleb almost passed out and Emily didn't really get it at first. Emily was hoping for a dog even though we had been telling her we were NOT getting one. To say they are excited is a HUGE understatement!! We leave in 7 days. My parents are going with us too! We are staying at Port Orleans French Quarter inside Disney so we are looking forward to that as well! We will be there for 6 nights.....<br />
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Unfortunately Eric had to work over Christmas for the first time in quite a few years. The kids and I went to church at 1pm and it was the sweetest service. The pastor ended the service by asking for testimonies(tears) and then his four precious kids(ages 7,5,3, and 1) sang "Happy Birthday Jesus"(tears again). <br />
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Eric was off the week before Christmas with the kids. I was off the week after Christmas so the kids and I just hung out and had fun while poor Daddy worked.<br />
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We finally headed to NC on Dec 29th for our NC Christmas. The kids had a blast with all of their gifts and spending time with their cousins. On Saturday it was so nice and warm that the whole family was outside all day!! It was wonderful! We also got to spend some time with my 87 year old grandparents who are not in the best of health. It was really bittersweet because I kept thinking that they may not be around next year. None of us are guaranteed another day but when people get older and are in bad health it makes you think about things you don't like to think about! I couldn't ask for better grandparents, they are precious and love unconditionally! <br />
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Our New Year's Day was spent going to church with my parents, eating at Porkies (one of our favorite places in China Grove) and then heading back to VA. <br />
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Looking forward to 2012 and the blessings I know it will bring. <br />
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<br />Juliehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11737560182971205202noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5717632428745977399.post-26221478490211499222011-10-31T07:41:00.000-07:002011-10-31T07:41:42.385-07:00Baby MilaPlease pray for the <a href="http://hopefulheartadoption.blogspot.com/">Basile</a> family! They are in the process of adopting Baby Mila(Me-la) from an orphanage in a country 5000 miles away. She is in desperate need of medical care! She is the most precious little baby and she deserve to be in her mommy and daddy's arms FOREVER! She also has a big sister at home waiting to love on her. Her mommy and daddy go before court (in that country) on Wednesday to be declared Mila's parents. Unfortunately, there is a 10 day wait period before they can take custody of her. Please pray this mountain is moved and they are able to take her home as soon as court is over! <br />
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I don't personally know this family but have been following their blog for a while. Their other daughter was adopted too so they have been through this process before. It is amazing the transformation their first daughter, <a href="http://angeleyesadoption.blogspot.com/">Zoya</a>, has made since being home with them. Loving a child can make a world of difference! <br />
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This may seem really strange to request prayer for someone I don't "really" know but it's the least I can do for my brother and sister in Christ. Please visit their blog and follow their journey to bringing Baby Mila home, <a href="http://hopefulheartadoption.blogspot.com/">http://hopefulheartadoption.blogspot.com/</a>. <br />
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JulieJuliehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11737560182971205202noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5717632428745977399.post-64310523895155585612011-10-19T07:51:00.000-07:002011-10-19T07:51:17.406-07:00This past weekend....Just wanted to jot some things down for my memory....<br />
This weekend was very fun but also very busy. Friday was pretty normal except that Eric FINALLY had a long weekend!!! Aunt Robin and Uncle Wayne(Eric's sister and brother in law) were in from NC so we went to New Castle to have supper with the family Friday night. YUM!!! <br />
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Saturday morning the kids had a football game at 10. All of the King family came out to support their favorite football player and cheerleader. Although we didn't win it was still good to be with all the family. After we had lunch together we headed to Newport to see the youngest member of our clan, Audrey Ruth. Oh my goodness, she is the cutest thing ever!!! She is so petite and has the biggest eyes and was in full "show off" mode!!<br />
Then Eric decided it would be nice to drive up to Mountain Lake since we were so close....NOT A GOOD DECISION! By the time we were heading back down the mountain all 3 of us told him "we would not be coming back with him...EVER"!!! Caleb was car sick, Emily was scared of being up so high and I didn't see the purpose in driving up a mountain to see a dry lake. At least we made a memory! Ha!!! Don't think we will forget that trip for a while. <br />
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Sunday we visited Good Shepherd Baptist Church and we really enjoyed it. The Pastor preached a great message entitled "Man on the Run" which was about Jonah. Needless to say, we needed to hear that! We went to the early service and then had brunch at Cracker Barrel. We headed to New Castle for Sunday evening service for Revival at Eric's Dad's church. David Wheeler, a Liberty professor preached and he also done a great job! Dr.Wheeler was supposed to preach Monday night too but was unable to be there. Eric's Dad asked him to preach but Eric said NO! After a sleepless night and wrestling with God(which is not fun) he called his Dad and told him he thought the Lord wanted him to preach. HE DONE SOOOOO GOOD!!! I am so proud of him. Not only because he did a GREAT job but because he was obedient to the Holy Spirit! <br />
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I like to write about funny things my kids say so I won't forget.....this time Emily cracked us up!<br />
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Eric(looking in the mirror in car): I'm aging<br />
Emily(from backseat): You are NOT Asian!!! LOL<br />
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At church Sunday evening: Uncle Mike's group was playing before the service started.<br />
Uncle Mike walks over to play the huge Bass...<br />
Emily to Me: I didn't know Uncle Mike knew how to play a harp!<br />
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Our kids never cease to keep us laughing. You never know what they are going to say!Juliehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11737560182971205202noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5717632428745977399.post-50575196097584064992011-10-13T07:25:00.000-07:002011-10-13T07:25:01.902-07:00Progress....Quick update on my weight loss! As of this morning I have lost a total of 6 lbs and 3 1/2 inches in my waist. Unfortunately I can't remeber the exact date I started. I believe it's been about 3 weeks consistently doing the shakes. Also, not sure if it's a conincidence or not but I've been able to decrease my thyroid meds by 1/2 tablet per week. This has never happened!!! Usually I am adding to my dosage! Excited to keep the weight and inches melting off. Seeing results is what keeps me motivated.....Juliehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11737560182971205202noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5717632428745977399.post-24255320044431280902011-09-28T08:39:00.000-07:002011-09-28T08:39:28.555-07:00Weight loss....ugh!!!Two weeks ago Eric and I decided to start on a weight loss/weight management program called Body by Vi. At first we were very skeptical! After much reading and praying and reading and praying, we decided we had nothing to lose except weight! <br />
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After two weeks I have lost 3 lbs and 1 1/2 inches in my waist and Eric has maintained his weight and is working on building muscle. I am doing the companies 90 day challenge and so far I am really liking it. Basically, you drink a shake for breakfast and a shake for lunch followed by a healthy meal for dinner. The shakes are delicious!! My favorite is Banana/Peanut Butter and Eric's favorite is Chocolate Covered Strawberries!! Yum!<br />
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I am trying to stay motivated because I need to shed some pounds! Once you reach your weight loss goal you cut back to one shake per day, breakfast. Drinking one shake will help you maintain your weight loss. <br />
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I'm really excited to see significant results. I have cheated a few times and I really feel like that has slowed down my weight loss. Anyway, here is how my eating usually goes for the day....<br />
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Breakfast: Shake<br />
Mid Morning: Healthy snack (yogurt, veggies, fruit, cheese)<br />
Lunch: Shake<br />
Afternoon: Healthy snack ( sometimes I don't even need one)<br />
Dinner: Healthy meal <br />
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Go here to learn more and take the 90 day challenge with us, <a href="http://ekking.bodybyvi.com/">http://ekking.bodybyvi.com/</a>.<br />
Juliehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11737560182971205202noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5717632428745977399.post-37343526409807010832011-09-28T07:40:00.000-07:002011-09-28T07:40:34.489-07:00Five MonthsThat's how long it's been since I posted last!! I'm going to do a list of the things we have been up to since the last post for my memory.....<br />
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<li>June 1 Emily turned 8 :(</li>
<li>June 3 Last day as a full time working mom!! :)</li>
<li>June 6 Began my new part time job (LOVE IT!!!)</li>
<li>June 10 Last Day of School</li>
<li>June 11-17 Family Vacation @ Myrtle Beach</li>
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<li>July- Other than the 4th of July I can't even remember that month. After all it has been 2 months ago. </li>
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<li>August 17 First Day of School: Emily in 3rd and Caleb in 5th (How did this happen so fast?)</li>
<li>August 26 Eric turned 37</li>
<li>August 31 I turned 36</li>
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SEPTEMBER.....THIS IS WHERE IT GETS CRAZY!!!!<br />
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<li>September 8 Caleb turned 11 :(</li>
<li>Caleb started football and Emily started cheerleading.</li>
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It's all been a blur since then....... <br />
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Juliehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11737560182971205202noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5717632428745977399.post-27445494164080878452011-04-15T13:02:00.000-07:002011-04-15T13:10:47.798-07:00She's Here<div style="text-align: center;"><i><b><span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="font-family: Times,"Times New Roman",serif;">Audrey Ruth Dennis </span></span></b></i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgmqQO0M1ZgAu-svDYUVIsCKTj0XcYWEt-yloKREWpx-0G6JpQNtC5TNgKPU2bgg7bSgWfbXtqh_Wo73I2B0_2Sls7LMbDcPvfAY8cwPl3AQeDODpTTjyx2AKEVzuoJBmyp7Dgn2VdQszTi/s1600/037.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgmqQO0M1ZgAu-svDYUVIsCKTj0XcYWEt-yloKREWpx-0G6JpQNtC5TNgKPU2bgg7bSgWfbXtqh_Wo73I2B0_2Sls7LMbDcPvfAY8cwPl3AQeDODpTTjyx2AKEVzuoJBmyp7Dgn2VdQszTi/s320/037.JPG" width="240" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj1UI2oehOKAGboXS2D2Xojq9haTYbSabZM72XPzqCNLcAFpdFAFENIV0lo33jC8Xh-AGnvEfbrtJRJ328wsFqTlTtBSdEOizhvj-QzkDrJ0cBJyP5-xi742cyTUj2snsVv1mwwiFV4Tdkz/s1600/036.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj1UI2oehOKAGboXS2D2Xojq9haTYbSabZM72XPzqCNLcAFpdFAFENIV0lo33jC8Xh-AGnvEfbrtJRJ328wsFqTlTtBSdEOizhvj-QzkDrJ0cBJyP5-xi742cyTUj2snsVv1mwwiFV4Tdkz/s320/036.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br />
<div style="font-family: Times,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Our first great niece made her grand entrance into this world at 1:15am on April 13, 2011. We are head over hills in love with this tiny miracle. She weighed 6lbs and was 18 1/2 inches long. She is the most precious little girl and we look forward to watching her grow and seeing what the Lord does in her life. We love you sweet girl....Uncle Eric, Aunt Julie, Caleb and Emily</i></b></span></div>Juliehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11737560182971205202noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5717632428745977399.post-82808578507337221502011-03-17T11:15:00.000-07:002011-03-17T13:40:09.403-07:00For my memory!My kids are always saying funny things and I never write them down. I've decided that I will start blogging them so I don't forget the cute things they say.<br />
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Emily is learning letters in sign language and is so proud she can spell her name. Last night as we were getting them ready for bed the following conversation took place.<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>Emily: Caleb, I bet you can't spell your name in sign language.</b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>Caleb: Of course I can't, I'm not FRENCH!!!!!</b></span><br />
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Needless to say, he now knows that Sign Language is not the language of the French. <br />
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Another Caleb story from yesterday. In his defense, the school nurse has been "checking" for lice. YUCK!!!<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>Caleb: My eyebrow itches.</b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>Me: Really?</b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>Caleb (as he scratches his eyebrow): Is it lice!</b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>Me: No (as I laugh)</b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>Caleb: Well, it's hair! </b></span><br />
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<div style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif; text-align: center;">HAPPY VALENTINE'S DAY!!! </div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">My life would not be complete without the three of you in it! God has blessed me more than I deserve!!!!</span></div>Juliehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11737560182971205202noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5717632428745977399.post-87831963809818289452011-02-10T08:37:00.000-08:002011-02-10T08:37:47.515-08:00Positive or Negative????<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNNXfphQ3lKOyAO4S5B3Ct1HAwiHwZBg-03_-KSrS2gT97OOFSRqwAQT7ufBMkfLiAp5jkzlecGmjvqmngTSVFOFKfmhmpzNQwNbeWvOiS98p4deiOrN4_AsHsbhSXOK2UIfR-q_Zd8Ozk/s1600/018.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNNXfphQ3lKOyAO4S5B3Ct1HAwiHwZBg-03_-KSrS2gT97OOFSRqwAQT7ufBMkfLiAp5jkzlecGmjvqmngTSVFOFKfmhmpzNQwNbeWvOiS98p4deiOrN4_AsHsbhSXOK2UIfR-q_Zd8Ozk/s320/018.JPG" width="240" /></a><span style="font-size: small;"><i>For the past several weeks the Lord has been speaking to my heart about something that is very important to me. What kind of example am I to my kids??? Do they see a mother full of love or one who complains about everything and everybody? Do they see a mother who loves their daddy or one who points out all the negative? Do I speak in a way that is pleasing to the Lord? Do I make Christ a priority? Am I doing all I can to make sure my kids see Christ in me???? Well, to say I am convicted is an <u>understatement</u>!!! My hearts desire is to be everything I can be for my husband and kids. I love my family more than I could put into words. However, I am not always a positive example to them. I don't always show the forgiveness that Christ shows me. I don't always show the love that Christ shows me. It is my prayer that the Lord would help me to be what He wants me to be and what He wants me to be for my family. Life is not perfect but I serve a God who is!!!</i></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><i>So, we have come to know and to believe the love that God has for us. God is love, and whoever abides in love abides in God, and God abides in him. 1 John 4:16</i></span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">A few weeks ago we took our youth group to Craig's Creek for an overnight "camping" trip. </td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">This photo cracks me up. Caleb is just enjoying the ride while the girls do all the work.</td></tr>
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</div>I cannot believe that my baby boy turned 10 years old!! I remember the first time I held him and looked at his sweet little face. I couldn't believe the Lord had blessed us with such a precious gift. At 10 years old he is still the sweetest, most caring and loving child I have ever met. He is a child of God, a lover of all Sports, makes everything he tries to do look easy, academically gifted and above all he is OURS!!! <br />
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Love ya Bubby!!!<br />
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