More memories !

We enjoyed Grandpa and Grandma Bullen's visit! Wish we could visit more often!

Hannah's play dough creation...I thought she was gonna show me a kitty or something. And she comes up with lips, teeth, and tongue! I had to laugh, she's a silly girl and I love her! I'm so thankful for the life that children bring to my heart. I've enjoyed watching and being part of my children's lives. I love being a Mom, there's no greater honour. =)

Thank You Lord !!!

I just want to take a moment to thank God for all he has done! I love him and I'm thankful for his son, Jesus...who gave his life for me. I'm thankful for his Holy Spirit, who lives in me. I'm thankful for my family, friends, and all that God has provided for me. I'm thankful that He has a place provided for his people, he's worked out such an awesome plan. I'm thankful that I can know perfect peace...that only He can give.

I hope all of my blog friends have a wonderful and blessed Thanksgiving!!!

Can You Tell That I'm a Proud Mother ???

These pictures have been taken over the year. Joshua is my oldest and I'm very proud of him. He loves the Lord and I'm excited to see what God is going to do in and through him. I know the Spirit of God is leading, guiding, and directing him.

Hannah and Isaac went to the circus earlier this year. Hannah is a pretty cat in a hat, and Isaac looks so tiny riding that camel. They both had a great time! I'll never forget the smiles!

Hannah's smile "says it all ! "

Hannah is really in love with the Lord and she's growing in Him every day!
As a mother, it is very important to me that my children serve Jesus Christ. I know that my main purpose in life is to raise them to follow the Lord.

I know they will make mistakes along the way, but I want them to know that with God all things are possible. And they can always look to him for help and for forgiveness.

Here's Billy spending time with little bro...Isaac is Billy's " mini-me "

The only thing that bothers me is...THEY ARE GROWING UP TOO FAST !

I'm proud of Isaac too...he's learning bible verses and he likes to sing. He doesn't like to sing in front of other people though. We're working on that.
I can't wait to see what God has in store for Billy...he spared Billy's life this past September for a reason. He's been sharing bits and pieces with people, being sure to let them know that it is God's blessing that he's still alive. To God be all the glory !!!

Just some "Proud Mommy Moments"

Love Makes a Difference

Today was different, I felt like I didn't want to be around people today. I had to go to the bank and on the way I saw a stranger trying to hitch a ride. My son was in the truck with me in his car seat. When I saw her I was moved with compassion. God said go show her my love...and I wasn't too sure about this. I said if she's there when I go back, then I'll pick her up. I don't usually pick up strangers, but when God says so, we better obey. I stopped and she asked for help, I told her that's what I'm here for, where do you want to go? She smiled, and crawled into the truck, she couldn't seem to maneuver very well. I told her, I don't usually pick up people, but God told me to. And I let her know that God loves her and their are people that do care. Her eyes filled with tears, she was so happy that I stopped. She needed some charcoal for a fireplace outside, so she could cook her supper. When we stopped at the store for the charcoal she didn't have enough cash for the bag, the generous man said, lady you can have it, I will buy this for you. Again her eyes filled with tears, she couldn't believe the man did that for her. I told her today is your day...God wants you to know his love. After a few stops, I took her to her home. She was lonely and she said she's been "down" for a long, long time. As I shared Jesus with her, I could see hope in her begin to sprout. After a great big hug, I went on my way. I'm going to continue to pray for her...this was a blessing for me today. Sometimes when life seems heavy, there's always someone else that is going through more than we can imagine. God's Love is Always Enough to Take Us Through!

To Be Thankful !!!! Oh Yes !!!

When I look at this picture, I'm reminded of how thankful I should be to God ! In Haiti this year devastation was everywhere because of an earthquake, but God was still there.
I hear today about how sixty-eight people were killed in a plane crash, no survivors, but God was still there.
Today a mother will abort her child, but God will still be there.

No, God may not be the cause of devastation, accidents, or not approve of the sinful decisions people make. But He's always there waiting, maybe even with tears in his eyes, waiting for us to call out to him, and He's waiting with arms wide open.

I'm so thankful that God is always here, even when I fall, he's right here to pick me up, brush me off and set me in a way that will be pleasing to him!

Most of all, I thank God for his precious Holy Spirit !!!

Amazing God !!!

I'm praising God for allowing my son to live and without any brain damage!!! Here is an after the accident picture at his 15th birthday party. Keep in mind that this is only 22 days after brain surgery. Amanda is always trying to keep Billy straight! LOL

Late on Sept. 3rd...what started out as a great night out with my daughter and a dear friend, turned into a night I'll never forget. Billy decided to hop on the back of a friends 4 wheeler for a quick ride home from just two doors down. He wasn't wearing a helmet and was sitting sideways, when he slipped off to his feet and was flung down to his head. He had road rash on his back and arm, but not a scratch or bump on his head. He didn't know what he was doing and got up and ran to the house, with his head in horrible pain. He doesn't remember how he got in the house, he thought he was knocked out on the couch for an hour. He was talking to us and saying I want to go to sleep...I just want to sleep! I knew then...this isn't good! Took him to emergency to find out he cracked his skull and he had a small bleed on the brain. The doctor seemed to think it would stop on it's own, but just to be sure they put him in the ambulance for a 40 min ride to UNC Chapelhill. After being checked there, we found the blood clot had more than doubled in size and was trying to squish the brain. I couldn't believe it when the Surgeon said " if I don't operate now, your son is going to die" It all happened so fast. Now it was time to put faith in action. I had to hold on to God for my son. I know God is the healer, I know that Jesus took stripes upon his back for our healing, and I know that God was there the whole time. That day changed me...I found a new kind of peace that I've never known before. When I prayed to God, I asked him to allow me to keep my son, but if it was time for him to go...it would be terribly hard, but I wanted His plan. This is the hardest thing I've ever had to pray for. But immediately, I felt God's precious peace settle in my heart. I kept quoting scripture from His word. Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on thee because he trusteth in thee. I had to learn to totally trust God with the son that he gave me to raise for Him.

After surgery Dr. Germanwala told me that everything went perfect...so I went to the ICU to see Billy with his head all wrapped in a turban. So happy to have my son alive!!

Billy is a walking, talking, laughing, miracle of God! No brain damage and totally functioning fine. He was playing pool at the hospital in the teen room only two days after surgery. Just 2 months later he has been released to basically do whatever he feels ready to do. He's READY to HUNT!! LOL And he just got done yesterday with his driving class and ready to get his permit. I'm so thankful for what God has done in our whole family through this situation. I love the Lord Jesus and I've been serving him for years, but it's amazing how something could change so fast. I've learned about what is really important in life and not to worry about the temporary things. I've learned that no matter what...God can't fail.

This is Billy's reminder of how merciful and how amazing our God really is !!!
And my reminder that GOD hears, cares, and moves in ways unspeakable !!!

Thank you God for life now and for all eternity !!!! =)

I'm Back !!!!

Much has been going on! I'm so thankful for all the Lord has done. Over the next little while...I will share bits and pieces of what God has done! I am forever greatful to HIM !!! =)