Moving on up!!

They say you children move back home at least once. I think Quisha is on her own now after having to stay with us for a year when her and her room mate gave up their place and the job she had almost since the end of college unexpectedly ended. I'm very proud of her though because once she makes up her mind she's going to do something she does (I especially saw that this summer when she traveled cross country and back, all while studying to get her Masters degree..she graduates next May). This weekend we helped her move into her own apartment but I guarantee in a few yrs we will be moving her into her first house (it's at the top of her list).

As much fun as I've had planning the decorating portion the actual moving part was not as much fun and my body is still feeling the effects nearly one week later!! But she's in and that is all that matters!!

I took this picture last Friday when she went to pick up her keys. 

Keys in hand!! 

We did a quick run through and then started bringing in the stuff we had in the car. 

Her dad had already collected her stuff from storage early that morning but he had to work that day and did not get to her place until 10:30 pm. Needless to say it was nearly 2 an before we got home! 

I did get her bathroom done that night and our cousin Gee came over to help clean and we shared the first meal in the new place with her! 

Saturday morning Nicki and I met my mom over there again and knocked out a bit more of the decorating. Q is determined to host Thanksgiving on next Thursday so there was a bit if urgency!! 

Not bad if I do say so myself!! I know the goal is for your children to grow up and be on their own, so I'm very grateful I've had them around as long as I have but if I'm being honest my home won't be the same without my girls in it. With the wedding next year and TJ even talking a out finding his own place I'm not going to be as excited about the holidays come 2016 because it will be the first time I've not had all my babies under one roof. Guess it's really time to start planning those family holiday vacations! 

7 Year Anniversary

 

Its hard for me to believe its been seven years since Marc first became Pastor at WABC.

 

I'm so proud of this man. This has been a tough year for us but what I love about this man is that he does not let anything stop him from being the man God has called him to be. He is truly my hero.

 

Anyone who knows us knows that Marc and I love music. Sundays service was filled with music. With our special guest the Kingston Jubilees as well as our guest speaker who closed out his sermon by playing his saxophone. 

My auntie enjoying the music.

 

You can't have a celebration without food.

 

Or cake!!!

 

Beautiful cards and gifts. You can see glimpses of the day (in video form) by going to WABC's Facebook page.

Weekend Activities Part 1

I feel like I have become a broken record when I say how busy my weekends are. But it is what it is. LOL Life is just busy this time of year.

Friday evening I attended our Pastor Wives organization meeting. We got to see the launch of our website (truly a first for the organization and much needed in order to bring us into the 21st century).

I have been a part of this organization for nearly 10 years. I have always loved how we have woman from every age. and I especially appreciate the older ladies. Some who have probably been in the organization as far back as my grandmothers time. It was so funny seeing them all excited to be a part of a selfie. Even if they didn't necessarily understand what a selfie is. LOL

 

 

 

Saturday I went with my oldest daughter to her churches dedication service for their Hope Center (it will be a banquet facility as well as a place for conferences and workshops and much more). Marc and I actually had a conversation after this event discussing the differences every Pastor has where it comes to the vision for their church. One pastor may be focused on a building and what that building can do for their congregation and their community. Whereas in n my husbands case if you have listened to him for any amount of time you would know his first priority is to love people, serve well and reach outside the walls of the church. One persons vision isn't better then the other. God just gives his leaders different visions and as the congregation (if we trust our pastor) we should have no problem following the vision that God has given them. If its not really from God you won't see it flourish anyway. Better to follow the path has for you then be disobedient!

October babies

 

This past weekend we surprised my mom and my youngest daughter Nicki for their birthday. My mom thought we were hosting a party for her and Nicki thought we were surprising my mom. The surprise ended up being on them!

 

 

Nicki when she realized we were surprising her. LOL

 

October is a busy birthday month in our family. Only four were at the party but I have at least 4 more family members who were born in October.

 

Mom and Nicki opening gifts.

 

Some of the birthday girls favorite meals.

 

I think my mom enjoyed herself!

 

I brought cupcakes but my sister made a special cake for the birthday girls.

 

Nicki and her maid of honor.

 

Two of my bestfriends drove out to the country to help us celebrate. Sonia (the one on the left) is Nicki's godmother.

 

 

My mom and I with our sister cousins!

 

Nicki and the rest of the C-Unit (aka cousins). My mom was born on Halloween so the girls thought she would get a kick out of their costumes.

 

 

Me  and the birthday girl.

Ministry month wrap up

Last weekend we held a Missions Workshop. My home church came to conduct it . I was so proud of my mom who coordinated the whole thing.

 

 

 

We provided a light continental breakfast.

 

My mom and cousin before the workshop begin.

 

We had a combination of 20 people from the two churches. Which is a good number for two small churches.

 

My cousin Babs was one of the leaders. We broke up into two groups to discuss outreach within church and outreach outside of church.

 

My cousin Pat talked about how we sometimes fail at our mission and what we can do to change that.

 

Sunday WABC celebrated 77 years of existence. Next weekend Marc and I will celebrate 7 years at WABC.

 

As if I didn't have enough to keep me busy I added an additional Bible Study to my week. I'm attending BSF with some of my girlfriends. I'm not actually in class with any of them but we do get to see each other during the lecture portion. We are studying Revelation and I have got to say this study has opened my eyes to arts of the book that I never knew about. Its also challenging me to think about how God sees me and if I am doing everything I am suppose to be doing to fulfill my destiny in the world. Who knew The Book of Revelation would have that effect on me? Its been a very interesting journey. More to come so stay tuned!

Time Stands still for knowone!!

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A few weeks ago Nicki and I had the opportunity to attend a play courtesy of a friend. Its been forever since I have been to an actual play!

 

This cutie pie came to visit a few days later.

 

Marc was busy during the month of October . For nearly three weeks straight he had speaking engagements at least once during that week.

 

 

That same week my friend who was recently ordained sent me this picture. Apparently my picture that I took of her the day of the Ordination was used in the local paper in my town. So I've officially had a photo published .Got to say it made me smile that day. LOL

 

We also attended a Missions Banquet that same weekend.

 

Between church, ministry and wedding planning our life has been busy. I am trying real hard in this season of life to not stress so much but its not always easy. As the years go by I find it harder and harder to stay focused. Guess its an age thing. LOL

 

One thing for sure....time stands still for no man and you have to make the best of your day while you can.