For my grandkids

 

 

 

 

 

 

Last week we buried my Granny.

I'm so thankful for the many times I had with her.

It got me to thinking, since I have this little page, why not write some stuff for my grandkids to read one day. (if the Lord doesn't come back by then)

 

 

 

 

Since I will be the big 3-0 in a couple of weeks, I will write that many random things.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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1. I was saved at 17 years old in Wellington, Kansas. The same town I was born 17 years prior.

 

2. I met Grant their. (your Grandpa) ok, now that feels weird writing being that our oldest is only 7.

 

3. I hope to write a book one day. Not for fame or fortune, but because God laid it on my heart.

 

4. One of my closest friends in the world died this year. Kay Francis O'Bar. She was your grandpa's aunt on his dad's side. I have struggled lately with her being gone. She called me more than anyone else to just check on me. Always, always check on people. It will mean more to them than you'll ever know.

 

5. We have one baby in Heaven. They passed away in my belly on December 15th, 2013.

 

6. My arms are double jointed.

 

7. The first time I ever saw the Ocean I was with my mom and older brother at Myrtle Beach, in South Carolina. It was one of the happiest days of my life. I was around 12.

 

8. I stay on home right now and raise our three kids. I am homeschooling full time.

 

9. I suggest not having social media, or whatever they are calling it these days.

 

10. Raylea was the name of a fake baby I had in High School. I got NEGATIVE 120% on that thing. I pronounced "Raleigh".... "Ray-LEE," when trying to name that little battery operated baby doll. That is where my older brother lived and so I named the baby that. Grant at the time was just starting to like me and asked what the baby's name was. I told him. He had me repeat it several times. I said "RAYLEA!" He said "that is my mom and dad's middle names slid together!" I smiled and said, "well, if we get married one day and have girl we will name her that."

 

11. I went to NYC and DC in the 6th grade. Wish to go back one day with Grant.

 

12. I dream of living by the ocean. Anytime I stand next to the water, I seem to forget my problems and I can almost feel God touch me. His Hand is all over creation, just look around a little.

 

13. I used to be a bad people pleaser. There is nothing wrong with being kind, but don't please people over pleasing God. People will let you down, so don't be too offended when it happens.

 

14. Stop and smell the flowers. Seriously.

 

15. Thank God for the problems and issues you have. Like my favorite hymn says, "if I never had a problem, I wouldn't know God could solve them, wouldn't know what faith in His word could do."

 

16. Don't drink. It ruins lives.

 

17. I love taking baths. I take them nearly every night! Usually one of the kiddos gets in with me. So, it's not too relaxing, but I will have time for those before I know it.

 

18. I've never had a cavity. Hopefully you have my genes for that!

 

19. I was married at 19. December 29th, 2007.

 

20. Christmas is my favorite.

 

21. Never give up on people. Even if they've hurt you, lied about you, stomped on your heart... don't give up on them. God never gave up on you.

 

22. Cherish your spouse.

 

23. I've had a Maltese dog, Sophie since 2009. She is nearly 9. I am writing this on November 1st, 2018. We call her "Soph-a-Doph."

 

24. Grilled cheese sandwiches and tomato soup is my favorite meal of all time.

 

25. I love being with my family. Never take family for granted. They will be there when everyone else decides they are too busy for ya.

 

26. Fall in love with God. It's different than loving Him.

 

27. I like to hunt whitetail deer. I haven't killed any monsters, but hunting itself is very enjoyable to me. I do a lot of prayin' in the stand.

 

28. Wear your seatbelt. Always keep a close eye on your kids. They are my great-grandkids, you know.

 

29. I am 29. If you ever read this, I may be 69!

 

30. Make it count. Whatever you do in life, do it for God. Not for yourself or for another person. Make Him happy and seek His face. Get alone and talk to Him daily. Even if you have to do it in the dark of the night. He will meet you.