1. I’m not impressed by what you do or what you have. Your kindness & standing with God is all that matters.
2. Raising children in the way of the Lord is the most important gift I can give my children.
3. When you dedicate your works to God, He will crown your efforts with His glory.
4. When I seemed to “have it all together,” I didn’t. Now, I am often questioned about my choices and I couldn’t be more at peace or certain about my destination.
5. I’ve never had a cigarette or been a drinker. I took my prenatal vitamins faithfully. I did “everything right” and my 1st daughter was born prematurely at only 23 weeks gestation, weighing 1 lb 4.5 oz, 20 1/4″ long. Doctors had the audacity to say she wouldn’t be a “viable person.” So fortunate for us, God showed up and saved our daughter. She is a living, breathing, creative miracle I am blessed to witness everyday! All those dimes we used to collect for March of Dimes never before meant so much.
6. I am proud to be the mother of four creative children, 3 bright girls and 1 cutie patootie boy (8, 6, 4 & 3). All were breastfed and are now being homeschooled.
7. My husband & I both do our best to serve God, whether God’s ways are popular or not.
8. Psalm 113:8 and Proverb 31:28 are about me.
9. I am proud to live by Proverb 31!
10. I’ve learned not to compare my children to other kids, to their siblings or even to myself. It’s so important to let them just be them and take steps when they’re comfortable.
11. King David’s life inspires me. He lived an enchanted life as well as one of trials and tribulations. I strive to have his kind of heart everyday. So, I read at least one Psalm daily. I need fresh “manna” everyday. Apostle Paul’s (Saul) transformation is something I can definitely identify with.
12. Doctors don’t know much or as much as they think they do. As a matter of fact, people generally don’t either. Ask God first.
13. I’m a fairly good cook. I used to dream of having my own cooking show- way back when I only watched chefs on PBS.
14. I love thrift store bargains. This is no new development. My mom & I used to shop in thrift stores when I was little. I recently found a pair of black Steve Madden flats marked $1.99, but I only paid $1. It was 50% off Monday!
15. I still have and can wear some clothes I wore when I was a teenager.
16. We’re not twins, but my husband is my best friend. He knows me better than anyone else and still loves me. No one could ever know me like he does. We are really, finally “one flesh.” This is forever.
17. I personally know the undeniable, restorative powers of God. Just one word from Him can transform your life, any life or situation. Just ask Him to. Give your life to God and your latter will be greater than your former.
18. Washing dishes relaxes me. It’s weird, I know.
19. I can function well any time of the day, but I’m really a night owl. I love going to the grocery store when they’re stocking the shelves.
20. I consider myself more spiritual than religious. It’s about my heart and how I live my life, not where I go on Sundays for a couple of hours.
21. My kids can be 30 years old and they never have to leave home. We love them and always want them to be close.
22. When you calibrate yourself in God’s ways, what others think doesn’t matter as much as before.
23. I know that God requires obedience over sacrifice. A very crucial lesson.
24. The best pieces of advice I ever received: #1 was from my husband’s aunt, “The two of you should pray together. There’s such power there.” So, so very true.
25. #2 “Baby, a piece o’ loaf (man) is better than no loaf.” I’d like to qualify that by saying I believe this only if you’re dealing with a person truly good at heart and willing to become a better person daily.
26. I’m sure that most probably don’t care about this but- My 1st daughter was born by C-section. I gave birth to each of my other 3 children naturally-without medication. I’m proud of that fact and believe it’s proof of just how strong women can be. I pulled my strength from God and had the support of my husband. My youngest daughter came in only 30 minutes. Everyone jokes about her coming as fast as a pizza.
27. I was pretty much raised as an only child, but I have an older sister I’d like to meet one day.
28. My husband and I have been together for almost 18 years. There have been ups & downs. Yet, no one could ever take his place in my life, heart or spirit. We got a “love thang.” 
29. I have somewhat of a photographic memory. Once I’ve read a book I can actually close my eyes and see what’s on which page.
30. I love to create things. My mother, a very creative person and talented seamstress, fostered my creativity early on. I remember sewing a pair of slacks for my Barbie doll. I love to repurpose items. I have a passion for fabric stores, vintage fabric, pretty buttons and notions.
31. “The Notebook” and “The Mirror Has Two Faces” are two of my favorite movies. I love Ella Fitzgerald, Anita Baker &\, Maroon 5 and Nicol Sponberg’s song “Resurrection.”
32. My favorite word is “Grace.” God’s grace in my life is like winning a “lottery” I don’t deserve everyday.
33. I love words. I love books. I love to talk to those I really trust. I love to write. I’ll do it for as long as I live for free. I can even see myself in Heaven penning essays and poems. I won a spelling bee in middle school. The word is h-e-i-r-l-o-o-m. Heirloom. Great word!
34. God’s promises are true. “They are pure, silver refined in a furnace on the ground, purified seven times.” (Psalm 12:6) Don’t just let others tell you. Everyone should get to know the Lord’s promises for themselves.
