Random Thoughts for Week #17 of 2013.....

Would it be okay if I just posted Week #17 UNDER CONSTRUCTION?

Today is the 17th Monday.  I have so much to talk about... Mostly, because my blog was under construction last week.  I just wasn't able  sit down long enough to concentrate on my thought for the week.  Come to think of it -  I am pretty sure I wasn't able to concentrate on any of my thoughts.  It was a busy week, a sick week and a happy week.  No more excuses - I just didn't write an entry last week.  So, here I am Monday morning, a little insomnia and my computer to ensure I get everything done.  Because I know as early as I was up this morning, it is looking like a nap right after work.

I really do think I need to apologize prior to you reading any farther.  I have a sincere feeling that this blog is just going to be a bunch of random thoughts.... Just remember - I warned you!

Random Thought #1 - Really, I am not even sure where to start.  Last week started with the Autism Walk in Creston.  It was a blast and we had a great turnout.  For the first annual race, we had 103 participants.  Everyone did a great job, and I was really glad that I could be a part of it.  The race, ended up with a post race drink, which honestly ended up with a few beverages, a game of cards, and a late night.  This resulted in what I can only imagine is an inner-ear infection.  Because I have had vertigo for the last 7 days.  It has been quite the experience.  I really have never had the room spin this bad, not even with the worse hangover....which I haven't been drinking alcohol... who only knows how bad the spins would be if I was. I am pretty sure that there were a couple of days where I was pretty thankful that Brennon drives me to work.

The vertigo is mostly gone - but it was replaced with little white pocket on my tonsils and it hurts to swallow.  I am wondering if it is because we slept with the window open last night?  I am not even sure if that is possible.... But, either way I refuse to be sick,  so I am sticking the allergy theory?!  Let me also say that I am loving this nice weather.  I was so pumped to get off work today and be able to walk outside.

Random Thought #2 -  Yesterday, was our anniversary.  Together for 8 years and married for 6, I can't imagine life without Brennon.  Every year on our anniversary, I think back to where I was prior to my marriage with Brennon.  Although, I wouldn't change the path that led me to him, I sure am happy to be where I am today.  We spent yesterday in Des Moines having breakfast, shopping and enjoying our time together.  Although, now I am feeling a little buyer's remorse... or maybe my credit card does.  I guess that I should just be thankful that I have the ability to pay it off each month.

We spent Saturday night in Malvern with Larry and Summer for our annual anniversary dinner.  Happy Anniversary tomorrow to Larry and Summer!!!  It is always a blast and the food is always great.  The apple wood smoked prime rib is still my favorite.  Saturday, I did pass up the prime rib for something different.  (SHOCKING - I KNOW) Although my chicken was excellent, the prime rib is still my favorite.  It probably is a good thing that the Classic Cafe is an hour and fifteen minutes away because I am not sure which it would affect more.... my fupa or my checkbook?

Random Thought #3 - Really, you just have to keep the faith! I went to the doctor last week.  Well, I think I have been to Des Moines 3 times in the last two weeks and most of them were because of doctor appointments.  I had a 6 month appointment and guess what - all precancerous cells are gone!  I am so thankful for all the prayers, and feel even more blessed that those crazy cells have healed.  And I don't have another doctor's appointment until May 13th!  I have to tell you, that even though it sounds like this frequent traveling to Des Moines is bothering me.  It really is not - I have been dragging Brennon a long and we have had some awesome meals together during the last couple of weeks.

Random Thought #4 - There is so much going on in our lives - and most of it involves work.  (Don't tell Brennon - but I plan on watching him work more then I plan on working!)  The list goes on and on.  We have to paint the trim, build a deck, take out the window in the bathroom, replace the tile above the bathtub, and we would really like new carpet in the living room... IT is going to be a busy summer!  IT is going to be an expensive summer!  I am sure I will be sharing more of these experiences in the next couple weeks, because as you may remember my husband is NOT a carpenter.  I am thinking I should hire it done... although I am pretty sure the labor is pretty high in the projects above.  And Brennon is free labor - if you feel like helping - give me a call!  I won't turn down the help!  AND Brennon even if you are not a great carpenter - I do appreciate how hard you work!

Random Thought #5  - If it matters you will find a way.  I strongly dislike the word try.  DO or DO NOT - There is no try. Yet, I am guilty of using it and yes,  I am sure you use it too.  If it is important to you, you will do it.   Try is a way to say, I am not sure it is important to me yet, so I will try and do it.... That is just another one of  my random thoughts......

This brings me to my Thought For the Week.....  Wednesday is May Day - a traditional spring holiday.   It is also a day to surprise your family/friends/neighbors/co-workers with small gifts on their doorsteps.  This week I would like you to find something important to you and commit to doing it.  Would you like to exercise more, accomplish more at work, visit a friend, call a loved one on the phone, drop off a random may basket, give a compliment,  or help someone else?  Please don't try this week - commit to one random act of kindness and share the love.

Have a Blessed Week - I will TRY to work harder on my blog next week!  JUST KIDDING - I will commit to giving my blog a little more attention.  Until then my friends!

Love Melissa

Thought for Week #16 of 2013

Week #16 is.....

UNDER CONSTRUCTION!

Due to an extremely busy week, I haven't been on the computer to talk about my week... I am going to try and finish it tonight. OPPS - Yep, I realized it is Wednesday :(

Melissa :)

Thought for Week #15 of 2013 :)

I want to inspire people.  I want others to look at me and say because you inspired me... my dreams came true.  

What would happen if everyone in the world worked towards inspiring someone else.  And when I mean inspiring, I mean helping someone meet their true gifts and potential.  What a wonderful world we would live in if everyone helped someone else.

Audrey Hepburn said, "As you grow older, you will discover that you have two hands, one for helping yourself and the other for helping others."

That really gives me something to think about.... There are so many ways to help others!

April is Autism Awareness Month.  During the last few weeks, I have had the pleasure of helping with the Autism Run/Walk in Creston.  It is this coming Saturday, April 20th, beginning at the YMCA.  I am so blessed to be working alongside parents who have given up everything to provide a safe and positive experience for their children and to continue to raise community awareness.  Statistics now say that 1 in 88 children are diagnosed with Autism.  As I have helped with the upcoming walk/run, I have learned many things about Autism.  I always knew the definition of Autism, the signs and symptoms,  but I never really took the time to understand all of the complex feelings, emotions, struggles and joys that comes with it.  Individuals diagnosed with Autism usually have problems with development in social interaction, language and behavior.  This makes it very difficult to communicate with others, understanding social norms, and the ability to feel like they belong.  Most are just trying to find their place in a world that doesn't understand them.  Someone said, "Autism is not the end of the world, but the beginning of a new one."  I have learned so much, and to the parents that I have had the pleasure of helping, I am amazed by your patience.  I want you to know that you have inspired me.  Your  strength, dedication, love and hope for the future has reminded me that we are each perfectly made for the lives that God has chosen for us.

Everyone has struggles, everyone has joys, hopes and dreams.  I am so thankful for the life I have been given.  Not because it has been easy, but because it has made me strong.  Hope shines brightest in our darkest moments.  This reminded me of a message from God on Facebook.  It said, God wants you to know that, "hope never leaves."  It went on to say, "Sometimes you can't see it or feel it.  Sometime hope seems far away. Often the difficulties that you face make it seem as if hope has abandoned you.  But hope never leaves.   It is always right there for you to embrace."  I have read that message many time during the last week.  I really like the meaning and will continue to hold on to hope, even during the days that I want to give up.  I will remember that hope never leaves.

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HMMM - I have sat here and pondered what to write about this week.  I have written, deleted and have started writing again. What I have realized is,  that I have a lot to say and yet, nothing I have written seems very important.  I started out talking about my week, my love, my family, my friends and I just deleted most of what I had already accomplished on this week's blog.  All the paragraphs that I had worked so hard to write didn't have enough meaning.  I could continue to talk about how much I love my husband, my family and my friends, but I really think I would be repeating myself and all that rambling doesn't seem very important tonight.

What I really can't stop thinking about  is being of assistance to others, loving our neighbors, and how important that is.  I think about the bombing in Boston today, the people injured, the lives lost, and the people in our country that do not feel safe and secure.  I think about the hate in this world, the deceit and the lies.  Why must we live in a world so full of greed, hate and anger?  It makes me sad to see the world through these eyes, and yet I think about how God sees His world.  It reminds me again, that we need Jesus in our lives, in our world.  We need to start letting love rule our hearts instead of hate.  We need to allow Him in our homes, our schools and our lives.  What a much better world we would live in if we loved others as much as we loved ourselves.

This brings me to my thought for the week.  There is nothing better then helping others - If you are looking for something worthwhile to do this week, Anne Frank said it best, "no one has ever become poor by giving."  Now is the time to pay it forward.  I believe it is time to look at my 2013 pay it forward list and do something nice for someone else.   Please take a step, help someone else, and provide to them a little love, and possibly a little inspiration.

Have a great week - Love, Melissa

Thought for Week #14 of 2013

Monday - Monday - Here we are again.  I had such a great week!  I am happy.  I surprised myself this week by just how happy I have become.  I am happy with my life and who I spend my time with. Let's face it , I am just happy.  AND - I am wearing flip flops and capris today!  Spring finally feels like it is here.  Even though it is cloudy - I am loving the fact that it is Spring... and the forecast calls for rain not snow!  Although, I have to mention that I just saw a forecast that said parts of Iowa could get 3 inches of snow - I have decided that this is the winter that will never end......... All I have to say, the snow has got to stop!  I got a pedicure today at lunch and I am no longer allowed to wear shoes that cover my toes!

I wish someone would comment and give me some ideas for my thought for the week.  I need some inspiration.  Some weeks I feel like I write the same things over and over.

Oh well - I guess those thoughts are the ones taking up the most time in my brain.

This past week, my focus has been on exercise and loosing weight.  I had to change some medicine and BAM - I gained 15 pounds in 2 weeks.  I have watched what I have put in my mouth and exercised daily and in the last week have only lost 4 pounds.  Why is it so much easier to put it on then it is to take it off?  I have done pretty well with the elliptical - not missing a day this week.  I have been doing 30-35 minutes, and I think this week, I need to switch up my routine.  Push myself a little harder.  Let me tell you, I sweat out of control.  I have the motivation to use the elliptical two times a day, but that would result in me getting up early in the morning and exercising before work.  We will see what happens - I used to do weight watchers and was pretty successful at it - Unfortunately, with my lovely payments to Iowa Methodist, I just can't spend $40 a month at weight watchers and $36 a month for the YMCA and still comfortably make a little extra on my payments.  So, I think I am going to try the Lose It! App on my phone?  Has anyone used it and had good luck with it?  My fitness goal for the week is to track my food input.  Let's say goodbye to another 4 pounds!

WEDDING PLANS WITH THE FUTURE HOGANS - Hey Emalie! I am pretty sure we need to get together and make a list.  I have a lot of responsibility and I am almost as excited for this wedding as the two of you.. so lets do some planning. :)  We only have....1 year, 3 months, and 11 days - Yes, I have a countdown!

LOVE -  The best thing in life is who I share it with.  I have found the person that makes my heart happy.  Wasn't it in Greek Mythology that said humans were born with 4 arms and 4 legs and 2 faces.  Zeus split each human in two and each individual was destined to search this world to find their other half or their soul mate.  Although, it is mythology and we know it isn't true... isn't that a fun thought.  I know that I have honestly found my other half.  I am so thankful for my husband.  This weekend wasn't very eventful - I am pretty sure I don't really remember half of what we did.  I do know that my husband worked his butt off spring cleaning inside and out... and I enjoyed spending every moment with him.  Last night as we were getting ready for bed, he gave me a look, kissed me and said, "I had a wonderful weekend with you."  You know - I did too.  We really didn't do much - and yet, it was one of the best weekends we have had in a long time.  A reason for my happiness, perhaps?

FAMILY - I don't know if this fits under the family category, but it was one year ago today, that Carter was conceived.  I guess when you do fertility treatments that is one thing you can know for sure.  Never in my journey, did I think that I would be where I am today. And what seems to be a series of unfortunate events may, in fact, be the first steps of a journey.  I cannot believe all of the first steps I have taken during the last year.  The things that I have accomplished, the new things I have tried, the grief that I have felt, the raw emotions that I have overcome, the love that has grown or the family that was started.

Last week, I blogged about my anger towards parents on facebook truly complaining about their children.  After I posted it, I really thought about it.  How many times, do I take for granted what others are praying for.  I have been blessed in so many ways, and so many times I reread my blogs for that simple reminder.   I have a good job, a home, a wonderful husband, and yet there are those around us who has lost their job, their home, and are struggling with their relationships.  Hasn't there been a time where I was complaining on Facebook, and didn't take into consideration, how my words and feelings could affect others. And even as I wrote those words, I didn't think about how others would read them.  I pray every day for the compassion to look past the obvious when dealing with others, because, I am unaware of the journey that God has placed on them.   Dalai Lama said perfectly, "Our prime purpose in this life is to help others.  And if you can't help them, at least don't hurt them."  Good words to live by.  Our words and our actions (or lack there of) speak loudly and we should do everything we can to lift others up.

FAITH -  I am going to ask a favor.  I am going to ask for prayers.  Would you take a moment to ask God to bless us?  I am a week away from another doctor's appointment and praying for an awesome appointment.  We pray that we continue to see good health for me and our family.  I have to continue by saying how thankful that I am for Dr Lehman.  I am pretty pumped to be able to see her next week and tell her about the awesome progress that I have made since I saw her last October.

I have been praying a lot today - praying that God continues to bless my friends, my acquaintances, my family, my husband, my future and even myself.  I am once again reminded in my prayers that this isn't always about me and what I want, when I want it,  but having patience in God's perfect timing.  I try really hard to pray for others more then I pray for myself - but this time, I think I need the prayers.   I might as well let the cat out of the bag.  Brennon and I have decided to start trying again for a sibling for Carter.  Although, if you are a blog reader, a facebook stalker or a close friend or family member, you probably already figured this out.  Can I impress to you how scary this is?!  Infertility Stinks - Having an Incompetent Cervix Sucks - BUT, I will not let these things define me.  I refuse to say this is how my story is going to end.  I am going to have faith that God will bless us and that we will finally be able to be good parents to a child on Earth - not just to a child in Heaven.

As I write this, I really want to delete it.  I can't believe I just shared this with you.  When we were pregnant with Carter - everything was a secret.  We didn't tell anyone that we were trying, we didn't share that we had seen a fertility specialist and honestly, we waited until we were 12 weeks along to share that I was pregnant, because we were so scared something bad would happen and we would loose our precious child during what we thought was the riskiest part of a pregnancy... and now here I am sharing that we are trying for a baby.  Strange...I am happy, but yet I have tears streaming down my face.  It is so hard to be patient.  It is so hard to trust when every emotion tells me that it is never going to happen. It is hard to wait for God's divine timing when it something that Brennon and I want so badly.  My heart and head is ready for it, but my body has not gotten the memo yet.  So, I will continue to pray - and someday, I will look back at the blog and smile - that everything happens for a reason and there is a reason that I waited....

Therefore I will look unto the Lord; I will wait for the God of my salvation:  my God will hear.  Micah 7:7

In saying that - I really like the song "I Will Wait" by Mumford and Sons.  Now, I don't know the purpose behind the song or the meaning that was intended for the song.  The more I listen to it, the more I hear a prayer.  Overall, it has been a stressful year for Brennon and I.  And I have struggled with patience and trust.  Everyone has hard times at one time or another.  I know that in my moments of darkness, I fall to my knees.  When it is hardest to pray, is when I seem to pray the most.  So, whatever the meaning is for this song - I believe -  I will wait for God.

I WILL WAIT - Mumford and Sons

And I came home
Like a stone
And I fell heavy into your arms
These days of darkness
Which we've known
Will blow away with this new sun.

And I'll kneel down
wait for now
I'll kneel down
know my ground

And I will wait, I will wait for you 
And I will wait, I will wait for you

So break my step
And relent
You forgave and I won't forget
Know what we've seen
And him with less
Now in some way
Shake the excess

But I will wait, I will wait for you
And I will wait, I will wait for you
And I will wait, I will wait for you
And I will wait, I will wait for you

So I'll be bold 
As well as strong
And use my head alongside my heart
So tame my flesh
And fix my eyes
That tethered mind free from the lies.

But I'll kneel down
Wait for now
I'll kneel down
Know my ground

Raise my hands
Paint my spirit gold
And bow my head
Keep my heart slow

Cause I will wait, I will wait for you

And I will wait, I will wait for you

And I will wait, I will wait for you

And I will wait, I will wait for you

This will bring me to my THOUGHT FOR THE WEEK -  God gave me today, to rejoice and be glad in it.  Another reason for my happy mood... I have today and I will make the most of it.  My request for you.... Start today and take back your life.  For me, this has been my renewed goal to exercise and be healthy, to love and be loved, and to have faith that God will bless us.  Spring is a time for birth and for growth. Now is the time to look at what needs to be changed and work towards it.  If it is important to you, you will find a way... if it is not you will find an excuse.  I am on a journey and that journey is all mine.  Find your journey - If you're waiting for a sign - this is it :)

Have a great week - Love, Melissa

Thought for Week #13 of 2013 :)

Week #13 - Hello Monday!  

Random Thought - This is the 13th week of 2013.  Triskaidekaphobia is the fear of the number 13.  I feel bad for the individuals who suffer from this phobia, because it is the year 2013.. Here it is the 13th week of the 13th year.  HMMM- This phobia amazes me and yet it is one of the most prevalent fears in the world... Happy 13th week everyone!

I am having a hard time writing tonight - this may be a post that I publish tomorrow.  With being busy at work, busy at home, and lots of family time, I haven't had time to even consider what I am going to write about this week.  Off to bed I go.....  Happy Monday Everyone!

And here we are on Tuesday - I did miss my Monday deadline...Again.    I didn't really miss it, as I knew what I was doing when I went to bed last night.  But, I was so exhausted - I did 30 minutes on the elliptical and I couldn't find the energy to write about my week.  Speaking of the elliptical and loosing weight, I am consumed with the size of my jeans.  I am not sure what happened, but it seems as though overnight they no longer fit.  How does this seem possible.  For the last three days, I haven't been able to button my pants?  The same pants that fit just weeks ago and I bragged that I had finally put on a bachelor button - now the fabric doesn't even touch together... I am just holding my jeans up with my belt.  (OPPS - did I just share that?)  Is this what I get for exercising?  Last night was --- Day 3 of the Elliptical  Machine ... A mile in less then 30 minutes is pretty good for the elliptical. At least I think it is!!

This weekend, I was pumped - I bought a "Sweating to the Oldies"  DVD with Richard Simmons - Let me tell you it was much more fun when we were in high school then it is now.  I made Brennon do it with me last night - That lasted through the first song - the next words out of his mouth, "I am not into this aerobic thing."  So we shut it off and I used the elliptical. I sure didn't want him watching me sweating to the oldies.  Really,  I think that I should thank Carter for this stretchy skin that has so delightfully turned to fat.  I asked Brennon Saturday if I had ever had it before and he said no.  It is actually quite depressing. I guess this will be my motivation to loose weight.  I went to lunch today with some co-workers, and honestly it was the first time I had heard the phrase fupa....  Thank you Caitlin for introducing me to this new term.  I would explain what it is - but it may be a little inappropriate and I am just a little annoyed that my pregnancy resulted in that.  If you don't know what it is - I guess you can google it....my new friend the fupa... In researching this - the fupa is caused by stress.  When you are anxious, fat collects in your midsection to deliver nutrients to your organs... Well - I guess I need to take up yoga or maybe start meditating.  Whatever I have to do - it has to go away.  Brennon says I don't have a fupa... but I am not so sure :)

While I was exercising last night, I did do an egg wash for my hair.  I know, silly - and it probably won't work, but I read on Pinterest that a raw egg, olive oil and lemon juice is supposed to make your hair grow while making it soft and shiny.  I put this mixture on my hair to sit while I was exercising.  When I came upstairs, I asked Brennon if there were scrambled eggs in my hair.  He said no, but that I had egg yolk running down my face.  Pretty sure it was mixed with sweat and was the most disgusting thing I encountered last night.

HERE IS MY WEEK IN REVIEW....

I realized this last week that I am going to have to do some deleting on my facebook page.  I feel so sad when I get on facebook and there are parents complaining about their children, the sleepless nights, the long days, or  how naughty their children are.  I also want to add that it is okay to mention these things, but the constant complaints upsets me.  I understand having a rough night, or a sick child... but constant complaining about your children, your anger with them, and the way you speak about them makes me wonder why you continue to have children.  I would take anything to have one day with my baby and you take for granted how precious your children are.  I would love to stay up all night rocking my crying baby.  I  would trade a thousand sleepless nights for my child's arms around my neck... and I would love to hold my child and explain his naughty behavior and why he is in time out -   So, I know that me writing this on my blog is not going to change your view or your complaints - But, please remember that what you take for granted - others are praying for.  Well, that is end of my rant.

LOVE - I just reread my rant and was wondering if I should delete my words.  I have decided not to, as they are my true feelings. But, I have to follow up by saying that I am very thankful for all the love in my life.  I try to remember that those comments or posts are written by people who have not walked in my shoes. They may not understand how difficult it is to suffer from infertility or the worry and wonder if you will ever see those two little lines on a pregnancy test again... or if I became pregnant again, would  I be able to carry my baby to term.  I would take morning sickness every day for my entire pregnancy, I would lay upside down without a complaint, just to be blessed with a healthy full-term baby to share life with.  I am so thankful for Carter and all he has taught me. How I love him and wish he was with us.  I  am so thankful that God blessed me with a beautiful baby boy.  I am very thankful for my husband, who loves me, because of my strengths and despite my faults. I am thankful that he is my husband and the father to my child.  I could not imagine being on this journey with anyone else.  I feel blessed that God gave me struggles, and heartache, joys and blessings all which have led me to where I am in my life.  I continue to praise God for the love he has given me, the family he has blessed me with, and the road that led me straight to my Brennon and my sweet Carter.  

FAMILY - I was quite emotional this weekend.  Not because I was sad, but because I was filled with love.  There are so many things in my life to be thankful for. I am thankful for all the things that most days, I forget to be thankful for.  And I am thankful for the love of my family.  Brennon and I both have large families - Our family does hugs, kisses and I love you's.  We are there for each other and we share our lives.  We had two large family dinners this weekend.  Saturday, B's family was all together for swiss steak, cheesy potatoes, desserts and of course vanilla homemade ice cream.  And then Sunday, we brined and cooked a turkey.  Kevin smoked a ham and a turkey, and we had all of the fixings including butterfinger homemade ice cream.  The food was awesome and my family time was awesome! Overall, a great family weekend that again resulted in I am sure a bigger fupa. :)  Fupa what a silly word!

FRIENDS - I also had a great weekend with friends.  Summer, Brennon and I spent the afternoon Friday day drinking.... Which I hadn't done since Good Friday 2012 - I guess it is going to be an annual event.  We enjoyed ourselves and I seemed to have laughed enough that my stomach ached the next morning.  I have decided that day drinking these days involve a couple of glasses of wine, much different then day drinking when I was in my 20's.   Saturday night, our pal Evan had a sleepover at our house.  It was so much fun.  I am so thankful to Larry and Summer for allowing Evan to visit.  We played games, watched Cars and enjoyed homemade ice cream for breakfast.  In my defense, homemade ice cream consists of milk and eggs and those are breakfast foods.  Life is to short to be anything but happy and I truly believe that means ice cream for breakfast every once in awhile.

FAITH - Since this is a week I am feeling most thankful, I have to be thankful that Jesus died on the cross for our sins.  He has offered us the most precious gift of all - "For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have eternal life." John 3:16


I was reminded again today that we are each on this Earth for a reason, a purpose under Heaven.  We are each given gifts to share with the world. The gifts we receive set us apart from other people.  God doesn't make mistakes, so every gift He gives us is to do His work.  Do we doubt the gifts that God gives us? Are there times that we do not trust in ourselves to use the gifts in the way they are intended?   There are times that I have doubts - about my life and my future.  The bible reminds us that God will provide for each of us who believes in Him.  He does have my best interests in mind, but sometimes it is very hard to trust... but I continue to be a work in progress and God continues to work in me. A strong relationship with God is trusting that God will not always provide a way out, but a way through.  I continue to pray that I fully appreciate the gifts that He has given me, and that I use them for good.  That my purpose on this Earth is to help others, to give instead of receive, to uplift and be of assistance to others.  I will continue to use these gifts every day, and continue to praise God for giving me these gifts, these joys, and these struggles.  For it is my responsibility to use my gifts to turn stumbling blocks into stepping stones.

This brings me to my thought for the week.  "One day it will all come together and make perfect sense. You will see God's amazing plan and be thankful that every gift, every pain, every love and every moment brought you to where God wants you to be.  So for now, sit back, rejoice in God's love and allow God to take you places you never dreamed you would be.  I can't wait for another day on this Earth to use my gifts to do good and to TRUST IN GOD!

Have a great Tuesday and a wonderful week!  I have to go work out now... I suddenly have a huge motivation to loose weight!

Love - Melissa