My baby girl, Sarah, got baptized yesterday! She was excited. In July, (while sitting on the potty...I know...too much info..) we "had the talk" about Jesus dying on the cross for our sins.

Basically we talked about A. Admit to God that you are a sinner

B. Belive that Jesus is God's one and only Son

C. Confess your faith in Jesus as your Lord and Savior

She asked Jesus to come into her heart and lead her life. She wanted to get baptized so that she could share with everyone about Jesus.

So, there she is! I am very thankful that my girls are professing Christians and are able to share the Good News about Jesus with others! What a wonderful thing! Because this life is nothing compared to the afterlife!

And so it begins......

Yes, soccer season has begun in my household! We signed both girls up! This being Sarah's (the one on the left) first time ever...and her one and only thing she has ever done! Em (right) played when she was 6 and decided she liked basketball better! But.....now this year she wanted to give it another try!

Should be interesting, as now hubby and I are taking turns and having seperate practices! Glad I only have 2 kids...and not 4! How would I split myself up? haha!

I'm looking forward to an exciting year for soccer! I am sure you will see more picts of these superstars! :)

I never played sports, maybe a bit of basketball, but othewise...I have no clue about rules on any sport! Bummer, I missed out! But my kids won't!!!

What sports did you play as a kid? or what did "they" make you take lessons in? I wish I could have played, but I think I will enjoy my children's games as if they were my own!

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Summertime fun...

This is me with my family. We went to Kentucky a few weeks ago, to watch Arena Football. Our Tennesee Valley Vipers played the Kentucky Horsemen! It was very exciting and we had great seats on the floor! I think I had as much fun as my hubby! It was amazing; full of excitement! I think the seats on the floor was the reason why..it was like you were IN the game! Whew! What a rush! haha!

This is just one of the things we have done this year.

What have you done this summer with your family, or your friends, or just your hubby? What is your favorite thing to do in the summertime?

I have been enjoying my girls, of course, but I think I enjoy not rushing around and having someplace to be! Just being is good! I enjoy sitting on our back deck watching my girls swim in the "baby" pool or swing. Sipping lemonade, listening to the birds chirp and my girls giggle!

Ahhhh summer......I hope you are enjoying yours!

Rest in Peace Michael...the King of Pop.

Father's Day

A bit late, but I wanted to acknowledge my hubby for Father's Day. He is a great dad! My girls adore, love, admire, look up to, melt when they see him! He is fun and sometimes just a big 'ol kid! The dog adores him too!

I knew he'd be a good dad when we dated, cuz he was a good Uncle! He always played with his nieces and nephews and enjoyed them.

The girls made him waffles for breakfast. They painted pictures for him on canvas for his office. They are toooo cute! I think he had a good Father's Day, since we let him take a nap most of the afternoon....and that is what he likes to do!

Happy Father's Day Honies!

A recipe I have to share....

I have been trying to make new things and try out new recipes. This one was so good, that I had to share. It smelled so good baking that my family would not let it cool down...they wanted it as soon as it came out of the oven! I did cool it a bit, and served it warm with the delicious warm glaze melting all over it! YUM-O! It was awesome!

Cinnamon Roll Cake

· Box Yellow Cake Mix
· 4eggs
· ¾ cup oil
· 1 cup sour cream

· Topping:
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· 1 cup brown Sugar
· 1 tablespoon cinnamon

· Icing:
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· 2 cups powdered sugar
· 4 tablespoons milk

Mix first 4 ingredients by hand or with mixer till blended. our into 9×13 inch baking pan.
Mix together brown sugar and cinnamon and swirl into batter with knife.
Bake at 325 for 35–40 minutes. Let cake cool 10–15 minutes before icing.
Mix together powdered sugar and milk. Pour over warm cake.

Enjoy!!!

Summer Break.....

Well, it's official.....school is out! We are beginning our Summer break! We had a good 1st day; it started off rocky, as I am teaching my girls to do our chores 1st and then we can play! That was rough, as not all wanted to participate in chores! Ugh! Who wants to? Not me either, but I have to, if we want to walk thru the house without tripping over clothes and junk! ha!

After a fabulous Mac-n-cheese lunch, we headed out to the mall, and got some great deals on sandals, purses, and lipgloss! haha! Such girls we are! Then we went to the Bath and Body store where we bought more smelly bath wash! My hubby thinks we are nuts because we have about 10 different flavors! WE girls must smell good and have a variety! He don't get it! haha!

Then we had big fun...............HAIR CUTS!!! Sarah got a cute cute bob, that is very short! I thought she might cry when she saw it, but everyone complimented her so much, she could only smile! Em got layers and long bangs! She looks so cute and much older! Sad!

What fun we had, and we surprised Dad at work to show him the haircuts! He wondered why we'd make a trip to work.....he thought we got another dog! How dare he think that...we have 1 dog and that is allll we need! haha! nope...we girls like to flaunt the new hair dos!!!

Well, after that, we were all tuckered out, so we went home....and the above pict is what they did next. They love their DS games. Looks like summer will be basic for us, shopping, eating, and playing games. Especially with the dog! We have enjoyed Kenna so much, and she loves the girls. They wear each other out!

Welcome Summertime! I say that now..with a smile.....let's hope the smile lasts as well as the good times! :)

Our newest addition....

It's been some time since I blogged....been a busy end of the school year! Just trying to keep up is hard enuff!

Well, we have a new addition to our family. It wasn't like I searched long and hard...I found her in less than a week, and it was meant to be! Her name is Kenna and she is an Italian Mastiff. (hey...Pisano! I'm Italian too!) She is

15 months old and huge!

I found her thru Petfinder, my friend Eddie told me to look there...(thanks Eddie!). She lived with 2 other dogs, and wanted to "play" a bit rough with them. (they were beagles...little and older....) Her family was going to move, and wanted to find a family that could give her the love and attention she needed. Well...we were the lucky family! Kenna is a great dog. Potty Trained....Amen and Amen! And crate trained too! She is a good dog, and loves our girls!

We have had the best time with her and have to remember, that even tho she is a "moose" she is still a puppy, still learning the rules and still very playful!

She has brought joy to our household. Hug/love your pets, they are your family members that God has given us!

10 Wonderful years

April 10th was our 10th Anniversary! I cannot believe how quickly 10 years comes and goes! Seems like it was just yesterday that we said our vows!

Well, we have been a busy couple! We got pregnant a few months later! We moved to another house, and got pregnant again! That right there, is a lot for me! haha! We had so much stuff, just think of how much more we have now! haha! I don't think we will ever move again! (fingers crossed!).

We have had our moments in 10 years. We have been through the usual couple things. He still doesn't pick up his clothes, and I try not to nag. (I probably do nag). But we are still happy and still in love. We are comfortable with eachother, and we can talk about pretty much anything. We still have respect and privacy for one another tho. I think I have burped maybe 3 times in front of him....and have not given up my bathroom privacy. There are some things I just think he doesn't need an image of! haha!

We went to Asheville, NC for a getaway. Dave's parents took care of our girls. We are very blessed to have them! Every time we phoned, the girls were too busy to chat....so we know that they had a great time too! We went to the Biltmore house, and wow.....I should say mansion. It was beautiful! We had a great time together. We had time to talk and eat! We had time. It was good. We ate a great buffet at the Park Inn Lodge and Spa. It was delish!

We also went to Chimney Rock park. It was breathtaking! We took tons of pictures, and couldnt believe the beauty. We hiked a bit, if you want to call it hiking...it was only 1.5 miles, but hey...we dont hike usually! It was good. We enjoyed it.

The trip was wonderful and we had quality time. When it was time to come home, we were ready. We missed our girls! Isn't that the way it is....you cannot wait to go and spend time, rest and have some quiet. Then.....boom..you have had it, and now you want your own bed, and your old routine back! ha!

I am very glad we got to go, and celebrate 10 years. I think my hubby is very special and God gave him to me. I cherish him.

Love is

a sacrifice

a loyal heart

a warm smile

a generous spirit

a choice we make

an encouraging word

an expression of kindness.

Our wedding song is from Shania Twain/From this moment:

(I do swear that I’ll always be there. I’d give anything and everything and I will always care, through weakness and strength, happiness and sorrow, for better or worse, I will love you with everybeat of my heart.)

From this moment

life has begun

From this moment you are the one

Right beside you is where I belong

From this moment on

From this moment

I have been blessed

I live only for your happiness

And for your love

I’d give my last breath

From this moment on

I give my hand to you with all my heart

Can’t wait to live my life with you, can’t wait to start

You and I will never be apart

My dreams came true because of you

From this moment

as long as I live

I will love you,

I promise you this

There is nothing

I wouldn’t give

From this moment on

You’re the reason I believe in love

And you’re the answer to my prayers from up above

All we need is just the two of us

My dreams came true because of you

From this moment

as long as I live I will love you,

I promise you this

From this moment

I will love you as long as I live

From this moment on

I love that song! When I hear the lyrics, I remember all of those long distance phone calls, and all of conversations we had, and I remember why I fell in love. I try to play that song at least once a month! Just to remember.

Thanks for letting me pour out the mush and the love from my heart! Love you David Honies!

29 years ago........

The picture above is from 1985! ha! Me and my sister, Paulette....hahah! We thought we were striking a pose!! I loved my hair! hahaha...still do! :)

Wow, it's really been 29 years? It can't be! I was only 14! ugh....time has flown by! On March 27, 1980, I became a Christian! I remember it so well. I knew who Jesus was, and I knew he died on the cross for my sins. I just didn't know that one day, He would come back! We were having lots of bible studies at that time, and I was learning a lot. But, to know that Jesus is coming back and to hear of the end times was a bit shocking to me. I did not want to be left behind. I wanted to be sure to be there. You don't get to heaven by works, or by your looks, or by being just an over all great person. Ephesians 2:8-9.

If you confess with your mouth, that Jesus is Lord, and believe in your heart that God raised Him from the dead, you shall be saved. Romans 10:9.

All you need to do is pray and ask Jesus to come into your heart and lead your life. Romans 10:13 says "For whoever will call upon the name of the Lord will be saved." So easy! So unknown to the world! So sad!

I am very thankful that my Dad became a Christian, because there were 18 of us in our family that got saved. We will be in heaven one day with the Lord. We will all be together, with those we have lost in this life now, and in the future. It's a great feeling to know this. This is our hope. This is what we look forward to. This makes death look not so bad! There is a future, and it's great, and it's for an eternity.

Being a Christian has been good. Mostly good for me. Some say it's hard to live this way. Some struggle. I feel like the Lord is with me all of the time. I have to live like that. I want to be a good person, think good thoughts, treat others nicely. It's not easy. I remember when I was 18, and working. Some of my co workers would say...."why are you so happy, and why do you have a smile on your face?" Why....because I have Jesus to guide me, and I know that I have an eternity with Him. I think Jesus helped me be an easy going person. I try to do my work as for the Lord. My Dad always said that to me. I always remember that. I want to make Jesus proud of me. I want to honor Him. I want my character to show and show the Light shining in me.

I also remember a time, when I was influenced by "friends". I had a girlfriend that drove me totally insane. They egged me on, and told me to tell her, write a note, tell her off. So, the more I thought of it, the more I wanted to do it. I wrote a nasy letter, and told her how I felt. It was not nice, it was the flat out truth. As soon as I gave it to her, I regretted it. I wished I hadn't listened to them! It was wrong, and I felt it the whole time. I should have listened to my heart. Ugh. I still feel bad for that letter. Well, some time afterwards, this friend and I made up. But, the letter was still in my mind. I appologized, but I still felt terrible. One day, I saw her hubby out and about. He went from smiling to straight faced. He looked at me like I was evil! I knew he had read the letter. It killed me! I felt terrible again and again! ugh! There was nothing I could say. I just said hi to him and moved on; with a heavy heart. Then, the next month, her husband died! oh....I felt sooooo terrible! Just thinking about what I wrote, and what he read, and God knew...! I totally learned my lesson on that one. I was there for her, and we talked often. I learned to move on and forgive myself for it. She forgave me, and we still talk once in a while.

I just think that what is in your heart, is something you should stick with. Dont change for people. It's totally not worth it. It makes you something you are not. I dont usually have a hard time with people...But some are just those that are "special" haha or bothersome. I really try to reach out and I want to be everyone's friend. But it's not easy. But Jesus loves everyone and made everyone, and that is something I need to remember. Even if I cannot stand the way they act! It's not up to me! I am not in control, I am just here to live and be an example. So, I try to be nice to everyone, and be me. I treat others like I want to be treated. I am also learning that I am not a doormat, and I let others walk on me. That is one hard thing to not do. But, I am not perfect. But...one day, I will be! I am so looking forward to my eternal life in Heaven. I am enjoying my worldly life, very much. But after I move on, I know I will be in a place with no tears, and no pain. FOREVER. Thank you Lord!

Happy Spiritual Birthday to me!!! I thank the Lord above for showing me the way!

My Mom

My mom's birthday was March 6th, and she was 77! I cannot believe that! She does not seem 77! She is spunky and hip (sometimes)! haa! She is up on the news in the world and all of the celebrities.

We talked for 1hour on her birthday, and wow! We had fun chatting. All a person ever wants is to be heard. Sometimes we dont give our family members the time of day. But we should. I think it really makes a difference in your life, as well as the other person's. You can't say that you didn't try to be there. We talked about so many things, food, people, family, kids, husbands.....haha! You name it. It was fun, and I miss seeing her. But this is good, we get along so well on the phone.

I just wanted to write in my blog about my mom; and maybe you all will appreciate your mom today too. Not that you dont. Just give her a call and make her day. Listen to her complain, whine, and just talk. They love that. It makes them feel good. Whether you agree or not...give your ear and some time.

Happy 77th Mommy, I love you!

Sweet Sarah

Well, I am late in posting for Sweet Sarah. Here birthday was Feb 28th, and due to all of the illnesses we've had, we celebrated Emily's birthday party then. So...now comes Sarah. It seems like it was yesterday that I went to have her at the hospital. She is 6 now! Wow! My baby. I just cannot believe it. She was such a chubby cute baby. A sweet little face like her dad. Made me smile every time I looked at her. She was different tho, and boy is she! She is so unique and so different from Emily. Different and Unique. Good choice of words, because some days, I don't think unique. I think ...."weird". haha. I know, I am not trying to be mean, she is just a free spirit, an individual, a very hard headed girl. She was not raised this way, she was not taught this...she is just that way. She must have come out that way. Don't have kids, thinking they will be the same, cuz ..they are not! But, my Sarah is special and unique. I know that the qualities she has will someday be used in ways I never thought of. I know that God has a plan for my girl.

She did have a fever on her birthday, poor thing. The night before, I was telling her that her birthday was the next day. She was tired and sad looking..and says with such a straight face and a very serious look..."well, when does the birthday girl get to open her presents?" I told her..on her birthday! She is funny and has a personality! She loves to shake her "groove thang" and be a ham! She loves her sister, tho she hits her like an enemy. She loves her friends at school, they mean the world to her. She would hug a homeless person, if they felt bad. She has a huge heart. She is very compassionate. For that I am very grateful. She is like the person that makes me feel loved, even at my worst moment. She loves her mommy....she tells me about 100 times a day! How wonderful is that? Someone can love me that much? What a kid! Some days are so irritating, but mostly they are filled with funny little things that she does. I need to take a breath and realize that this girl is just a girl, that God gave me. I am thankful, I just need to count to 10 sometimes! My fair faced, freckled cutie, that I adore! She makes me stay on my toes, and want to help her thru her entire life! She is the kid that makes me smile and shake my head!

Thank you God for my little Angel. She is dear and sweet and precious to me. May she have a "Sarah" of her own one day....so she can experience the joy that I have! :)

Come on March...

February is almost over! I can say Thank God, because this February was a rough one! We have made it thru all the sickness and the lice...(it's gone-Praise God). Our poor dog Elizabeth has passed on from this life. This is hopefully the last big (bad) thing that will happen in February for us. We got to say good bye to her, and the girls are now okay. It was rough. They are our family too. It's sad to not see her little face in the back window, peeking in at us. But we all know that she is in a better place. We all feel at peace because we know she is not in pain.

It's a reminder that this life is just a holding tank for us, that one day too we will pass on and go to our forever place. Makes ya think, huh? Makes you want to pinch yourself and make sure you are living "good" and being good and doing the right thing. But, we must remember that no one is good, and being good will not get you into heaven. You must confess with your mouth, that Jesus is Lord, and believe in your heart that God raised Him from the dead; Make Him your Lord and Savior and live for the Lord. Are you living for the Lord? Am I? I am trying. It's hard in this world, to be like Jesus. The whole world is not. But we are commanded to. I think I will try to keep my eyes upon Jesus, and not at others. The saying "what would Jesus do?' always comes to my mind. I always wonder. This is probably good to keep in your mind on a daily basis. To keep you (and me) on track.

I pray that March is a great month, filled with good things! I will keep my eyes on Jesus.....I pray you do too!

I've had better days.....

Hey all! I have been in the sickie world! ha! We have all been touched by the "bug" now. Each of us had it to some degree. It was not fun. I have cancelled Em's party not once, but twice! My birthday was not great, as Sarah was sick and we had other "bugs".....LicE!!! ugh! yikes! Eeek! yes......I did say Lice! As much as I cringe at the word....I have to say....it was not what I expected. Thank GOD! I hate bugs and strange crawly things...but this was very mild. I think the Lord only gives us what we can handle, and just thank the Lord above! I handled it. I did major laundry and my house has been vaccuumed..and we are now almost over it. I hope. I think. I pray!

So, at this point, I can just say, be thankful. For friends that wish you well, for friends that listen, for family that can call and make you laugh. For this too shall pass and will just be a memory. Better times are always ahead. At the time you want to run and hide and not face the facts. But, we must all face our fears and go thru hard times. (yes, it's just lice, but to me...it was my worst fear) The Lord always gets me thru. He always makes me think and listen and learn. He always makes me thankful for what I have and not what I didn't get to do. There is always something to learn in every part of life. That is something to remember.

I am thankful for a hubby that helps. He has been a good Dad, and always supports me. I am glad we are a team. I am glad he stands by me. (and watches me do the laundry...haha! lol, sorry honies..) But, he is always there for me...he helps me stay strong and helps me stay levelheaded. I am glad I have him to go thru this rollercoaster of life with. He is the one I want to be with out there in the savage world! He is awesome.

I know better days are ahead. So, that is how I get by. Also, some M&M's and a bouquet of flowers seemed to do the trick too! haha!

Better days are coming, yeah Lord...bring them on!

Emily Rose's 9th Birthday

Today is my beautiful daughter Emily's birthday. She is unfortunately, down with a "bug". We had to cancel her birthday slumber party! Bummer! She has not argued about canceling the party, so I know she must be feeling bad! Poor girl!

But as I remember 9 years ago, I am just blessed by this girl! She is my gift, my miracle, my joy. I was so happy when she came into the world! I have always wanted a daughter and she has turned out to be so sweet and wonderful. She brings joy to my life every day. She makes me glad to be alive and she gives me hope. She is so sweet an innocent. She makes me remember what it is like to be young.

I asked Dave if he remembers 9 years ago....and he laughed and said...."Yeah, I remember carrying that huge dufflebag around the hospital" It weighed a TON! When my water broke at the crack of dawn, I remember just shoving stuff into it. I cant remember what.....an extra pillow, more clothes, socks, maybe a blanket......I just started stuffing it with "stuff". Hahaha....that bag was the hugest bag ever. Dave carried it all over....and when his dad had offered to carry it, he would not let him! No one could carry that bag! hahah! Funny!

It was a great day, and has been a great 9 years. I cannot believe that it's 9 years tho. She is such a blessing. I hope in 2 weeks, she is her normal self, so that she can party like a 9 year old! Thank you Lord for my Emily Rose.

Been a sleepless week.....

My girlie girls have been up at weird hours of the nite, or morning, or both! So, I am thinking to myself...how the heck did I do it when they were babies? I am tired and I was only up 1 time! Am I older, and used to getting more sleep? ugh! I am thankful that I can survive on little sleep! I am also thankful that in a few days, I will be caught up again and be rested. I used to go to bed at 4 am and go to work at 8am! How?

I keep looking at it as if it were part of the life adventure.....it's just part of the roller coaster, (that I absolutely love....) and it will smooth out. It always does. I just need to be positive and get thru. I will sleep again, and I will be okay! haha!

When you have to do things you get thru, and I think The Lord shows us that we can do it. He is always awake...so.....maybe if I think of that at 12 a.m., or 4 a.m., it will help me to get thru!
I pray that you have a good sleepfilled week, and me too! :)

I'm a bloggin!

Woah....this is new! I thought I'd try this out! Welcome to my blog! I hope u visit for fun and inspiration. I hope to inspire, or even just make u think a bit. Maybe this is just "therapy" for me! Whatevah! I hope it's fun and you get a glimpse of me and my life.