Let It Go

I shared this story at our service tonight and feel like I should also share it here. When I first met Aaron I was working as a vet. assistant. The most handsome man I have ever seen walked in. He made his way to the check in desk and introduced himself and his dog Petey. As it turned out Petey was there because he had cancer. I saw Aaron many times over the next few weeks when he would bring Petey in and I started to develop a little crush on him. Finally, He ask me out to dinner. The night of the dinner I pilled the make up on, wore my skankiest outfit, I was ready. When we arrived at the restaurant I was shocked to see another couple there. He explained that he was a pastor and it wasn't proper to be on a date with a woman alone. I was in a state of shock! A PASTOR!! This was so not where I saw my life heading. I was looking for fun, partying, drinking, smoking, sex, all the stuff a pastor doesn't do. No, I said this can't work between us. I told him that night I just didn't see a relationship working between. us. Aaron went home and prayed about it and God told him I WAS the one for him, keep trying. I kept seeing Aaron and I kept telling myself and God "NO, No he's not the one for me" After a week or two Aaron invited me to friend day his church. I reluctantly agreed to go.This is when God really started working on my heart. I started going with him every Sunday, then Sunday night, then Wednesday night. I quit smoking, drinking, cussing, dressing immodestly, and caking on the makeup. I started really looking at where God wanted me to be. I started wearing skirts and growing my hair as it says in the bible. I just couldn't give up control though. I still told God and Aaron no. One day it hit me, I need to surrender, to submit to God and his will. God gave me these feelings for this man no matter how I fight them. I may not have wanted to be a pastors wife at first but that doesn't matter, God wanted me to be.Since I learned this lesson I have been blessed beyond words. God has given me a Godly, hardworking, handsome, kind husband. He has given me beautiful children and a lovely home. I would have missed out on all of this if I had not submitted to God and His will.

Home Schooling

This year Collin started second grade and Cara started first grade. This is my first year teaching more than one student. Luckily we are so blessed to have a larger home and were able to devote an entire room just to our home school classroom. It has taken a little while to get it completely done but it sure is coming together nicely! I found some really nice desks at an auction, along with book cases, an adult desk, chalkboards, dry erase board, and an easel. Its just a start but I think it's just great so far and I cant wait to watch it grow with our family.

This is the kids desk area with their file drawers dividing them. Collin sits on the left and Cara on the right.

The wooden cabinet is where I am keeping supplies like pencils, markers, crayons, paper, paint, erasers, etc. I hope to get a more open shelving system before Connor starts school. 

This is the desk I share with Aaron when he needs it. I pay bills, do lesson plans, grade assignments, make lists and of course blog from this lovely disaster. It is not actually in the classroom but in an adjoining room with and open doorway.

My next project will be painting the classroom and book cases but it may have to wait until the baby is born. I cant wait to get more done!

And Then There Were Four

This may come as a surprise to those of you who know me in real life but.......Aaron and I are expecting again! I didn't want to say anything too soon because of the problems I had during my pregnancy with Connor and the miscarriages I have had since. God has put it on my heart that I need to trust him in all things, this included. This blog will follow my journey with Christ, through the ups and down of everyday life, and dealing with a growing family:)