Joes Birthday

Today was Joe's birthday and he wanted everyone to give him money so he could save up for an electric guitar that he had wanted since christmas. We had got him an aucustic guitar for christmas and he wanted to upgrade to an electric guitar. He thought that he was getting money and was very excited to see his electric guitar and amp. Thanks to everyone who pitched in. I continue to pray that this is something Joe will continue to enjoy through the years.

Mothers Day

Today I spent the day at a Tigers game with my husband, Samantha and Spencer. I picked up fourt tickets to the Tigers game against the Yankees So this was my mothers day presant. I had always wanted to go to a MLB game so this was perfect! Oh and Matt and the kids didnt have to shop!

Signs of Spring

Matt went to place his kayak on the pond behind our house and these swans were in the pond. It was finally a sign that spring is almost here! I am not sure why but for some reason I just really love to watch birds... It was peaceful to watch them.

Strength Beyond Words

I can not imagine what life is like for my friend Jamie Samuales and her baby "Miracle Mollie". I have been praying for all them for months. This is living proof that God answers prayer. Although I wish that he would answer them the way that would prefer I am truly thankful for the prayers he has answered with Miss Mollie.

Now if you would like to see or support them here is the link. You must watch the video and I will warn you...it might require a tissue.
http://www.marchforbabies.org/personal_page.asp?w=101002307&u=JamieSamuels

All things are possible through him who stengthens us.

Beautiful People and the Power of God

I need to share something because it was so amazing!......Brittney and Jon posted this on thier blog and I was soo moved by this that I wanted you all to read it! Britt you truley are a beautiful woman! God is truly amazing and it is obvious that he is using you to touch others.....

February post titled Enlightmentment
http://ohsoeasyscrapbooking.blogspot.com/2008/02/enlightenment.html

Thank you for sharing, may god contiue to draw you close.

Love ya!

Congratulations Jon and Brittney!

I got to photograph the engagement photos for Jon and Brittney. These two are just so darn cute! I just love to take these kind of photos, there is such joy, happiness and love. I pray that you always remember the joy that you both share right now......I cant wait to see the wedding!

The Engagement

I was asked to take engagement and wedding photos for the soon to be Mr. and Mrs. Littel. This is a peak at their engagement photos....Hope you enjoy them!

The Senior Twins.....

The moon boys.....I remember these two boys from when they played football for Matt. What good kids....They are now playing baseball for Paw Paw high school. It was a real treat to photo these two.

Senior photos

Well I have been soo busy taking senior photos I havent posted here in a while. I really didnt think that portraits were my thing but the more I take them the more I like them. It is a very different style then the sports stuff but its fun to hang with these kids for awhile. Here are a few photos.....

Friday Night Lights

Well this was a crazy day .....earlier in the week I ordered the coaches and the kids at Bangor T-shirts for this weeks game against Gobles. I left work as soon as the shirt were delivered and raced to Bangor to catch Matt and the team before the game. On the back of the shirts I had "The season for Tornadoes" printed. There is a story about this that Matt shared with the boys and was the theme for the week. I was soo excited to surprise Matt and the team that when I got there I spoke like a total dork! Samantha is sure that the team thinks I am a dork even though Matt claimed I was his "hot wife". They all liked the shirts and seemd happy to have a little motivation for the night.

This game was going to be tough to win but I never thought that Bangor would struggle as much as they did. The game ended with Bangor barley getting on the score board with a score of 46-6.

Bangor is now 2-2.

Thursday Night Football

This was spencers fourth football game of the season and his second win. Spencer has worked very hard at getting better this season and has now earned a starting position on the defense. I am so thankful that spencer decided to play football this year. Partly because I love to watch him play and partly because this year he actually has "coaches" instead of just some of the kids dads out there. Spencer has truly grown this year and worked harder at being a better athlete and team player. He is begining to see how important it is to just focus on his own job on the field. If he can see everyone elses job then he is not focused in on his responsiblity. He is committed to being a team player and working hard, not that he wasnt before, but I think he is more committed. That is something that makes me smile....Go Iron Man! (the award given for never missing a practice/game)

We Need More

At some point in life we need more than good advice, we need help. Somewhere on our journey we realize that we need more....



Although we may not see it or understand it, God says all things are for the good. At times I have wondered how the struggles in life can possibly be Good? I am frustrated and upset. How is this good? I have learned that it is through these struggles that god is helping me to grow. Growing is a blessing from God. WAIT, to clarify, I rarely see the blessing in the moments of struggle. But God always amazes me when I see his blessings! Its never where or when I expect them, but then one conversation can leave my heart changed forever. I am greatful that he can change my heart and bless each of us with answered prayers even if they are not where and when we expect or want them.



I Love all of the people that god has brought into my life to touch my heart. Thank you for giving me more......

A Day in Life

It was Monday, The boss was back from vacation, the kids got out of bed late, Samantha gave up driving to school so I could get the blazer fixed. Lauren needed help with multiplying positive and negative numbers, Spencer was tired from football and annoyed that he had homework in every class. Spencer and Samantha studied for a Geometry quiz together, I made dinner and found the laundry room. Matt had practice at Bangor, and the teacher/student open house. He got home in time to crawl into bed. This is living! :)

Friday Night Bangor Game

Friday night Bangor played Lawton. This was the one game that I wanted Matt to win this year. I seem to always pick one game that I really want Matt to win. Thank God he seems to always win that game. :) This year it was the Lawton game. Before every game this year I have taken a moment to think of Matt senior as he always said that Matt would be a head coach someday and he would be with me on the sidelines to watch. He had such faith in Matt. I knew that the Lawton game would be tough, and just as my heart was sinking at Lawton tying the score in the third...I looked up to talk to Matt senior and as I did there was a double rainbow in the sky. This was a sign for me that Dad was there and that we would be okay even if we didnt pull out a win.

Freshman Football (Spencer)

Tonight Spencer played Coldwater and his team finally won a game. Okay, so they did more than just win...the score was 46-6.

These boys really needed to win a game since I cant remeber when they one a game. I am very thankful that these boys came together as a team and were successful.

I am sure the boys and the coaches left the football field a little happier tonight knowing they succeded... even if it is just one game.

The Season

Well it is that time of year again. Football Season. One of my favorite things to do is watch my husband Coach football. Below is a quote that reminds me of my husband. He loves to give the kids a REASON.

They call it coaching but it is teaching. You do not just tell them - you show them the reasons. Vince Lombardi

Something New

Hey!

I am attempting to start a blog to stay in touch with family AND keep up with my kidos and all the techno stuff! LOL! Its important that we all learn new things.