This new life...

This new civilian life is wearing me out.

I have been MIA for awhile around here because I am
trying to figure it all out.

It is so much harder than I thought it would be.
Making friends, finding a church, a new job.
It is all so overwhelming.

But, we are hanging in there.

I have to trust that God is working it all out for the best.
Even when I can't see it.

And there are so many blessing to count.


My baby turned 9 and we celebrated with a TARDIS cake.

The next day, we welcomed my very first Great Nephew into the world.

And I choose to look at this one as a blessing in disguise.

I needed a new roof anyway. It will just happen sooner than planned.


If you think of it, send a little shout out to God for us.
We can use all the prayers we can get.

Home alone and Riding motorcycles, by: The Other Half

OK, So Verna is out this week having a great time and I know I am no master blogger, but I do have something to say today.



By the way, I am Jerry... Wait, what do you mean, "Jerry Who?" It isn't as if I just said, "I'm the Doctor!"










Anyway... While Verna has been away, I have been at home alone with the kids.



Don't get me wrong, I love my children. but sometimes they can be a hand full.



Some times it just feels like it is a constant battle.



But this weekend, I get to do something different. See, I ride a motorcycle.



Wait, that was my dad's motorcycle when I was a kid. This is my motorcycle.



So,  a few years ago, I started this organization. It was mostly because I was in the Army and like to ride. But I was not able to find a Riding Group that fit my needs.



And this Sunday, I am hosting a Fellowship Ride under the umbrella of my new ministry. It is the first official activity of the group and I hope that there is a good response. Something like this maybe.



Anyway, if you like this post, please visit my Texas Association of Christian Motorcyclists - Facebook page. If not, please don't hold it against Verna... It really isn't her fault. She puts up with a lot from me. Don't worry, you won't have to. When she gets back from her trip, I know she will tell you all about it.

Scavenger Hunt

New house.
New life.
New church.

Trying to fit in.
Trying to keep upbeat.

Scavenger Hunt helps.
I love taking pictures.
It is very soothing and encouraging.
No matter what else is going on,
the world around is still so beautiful.


Background

 The most beautiful background in the world.
A Rangers game with my sweetie.


Motion

 A still shot...soon to be lots of motion.


Spotted

 I adore ladybugs.
They are so Springtime.


Weather

 Calm.
One of my favorite times.


Sweet

 My baby holding my niece.
Is there anything sweeter?

Quality Time

Sorry I've been MIA for a while.

I am trying to quiet my heart with all the changes that
have taken place over the last few months.

And I am spending as much time with Jerry and the kids
as possible.

We have never had this opportunity before
and I want to take full advantage of it.

I have still been taking lots of pictures,
so I will have lots to post soon.

Here are just a few....

These are just a few of the flowers
blooming in my yard right now.
Gorgeous!

 The bluebonnets are in full bloom.

So, of course, it was time to take the kids out into them.

Hope you guys are enjoying this Spring as much as I am.

SHS 4/7

I swear, I don't think things are ever going to
be normal again.

There are always projects and house renovations going on.

I am happy to have my Scavenger Hunt every week.
It keeps me grounded.


Outside

 It is so beautiful outside these days.
I want to stay out all day, everyday.


Chatterbox

 He's my youngest.
He likes to talk, and play, and cut up all the time.
I kinda like him.


Comfort

 Is there anything better than a hammock in the sun?


In The Kitchen

 See? Yet another project.
We are taking out the old bar and adding a new, better one.
It does make quite a mess in my kitchen.


Trees

 I love when the trees start putting on their leaves for the year.
Everything is new and green and fresh.


Sunny Simple Life

Easter 2013

What an eventful Easter this year.
Jerry and Trina went to the church early for choir practice.
The boys and I were to follow.

The boys and I were late to church because of a massive thunderstorm.
It rained and hailed and boomed for more than 30 minutes.
There was no way I was going out in it.
So, we were late to Sunday School.

After we made it, the service was beautiful.
Packed, but beautiful.

Speaking of beautiful,
my beautiful daughter was in the choir this year.
I love that she is getting involved.

After church, we headed home to get the eggs ready for the hunt.
This is the kids favorite part, I think.

Finally, it was time to hunt.

My dad is just an overgrown kid.
He likes hunting, too.
I think it had to do with the money egg that was hidden.


Then it was time for pictures.

 My handsome men.

Yes, she is taller than me.
She reminds me of that everyday.

It was going well until it was just the boys turn.
I told them they had to be normal for one picture.

 See how cute they are.

Then, this.

Boys!


I hope your Easter was as great as ours.
Thunderstorms, silliness, and all.