Here and back again.

Alright. Don't say it. I haven't written a blog post in how long? Oh dear, I don't even want to count. Too long in my book. I have had a couple of you announce that you miss me being on blogger, and I do apologize for taking so long. Again. Only longer this time. It seems I am never on the actual computer anymore, and this year is going to be a busy, busy one. However, that's no excuse. But.. a little word always seem to pop up in my life. B.U.S.Y.

Okay, you heard of the two sets of company around the Holidays... but that is where I left you off. Then Christmas came. Then New Years. Then sickness. Lots of School. Then My Best friend came for a few day visit for Valentines. And after all of that... though you might say I could have made time in my Schedule to write a post. I never have gotten around to it. Till now. But I have made my apologies, and do promise to do better. I'm finally getting back into the mood of writing. So if you hang in here with me, you shall get a lot more "posts" from me. How is that?

I think what I am ready for is a change. BIG change. I have had the same layout on my blog for almost a year I'd say, and I'm pretty much tiring of its look. I'd like something more cheery, bright, romantic, country... my actual type and taste. The way I have my blog now I thought at first was a cool idear, but, after awhile, I've grown a bit tired of it(just haven't had time to change.) Its just not ME. I'm the cheery country type of Gal. So... changes on my blog you shall begin to see.


The weather is changing all around, it shall finally be the Beautiful Spring that I love. Many days spent outdoors. Beautiful scenery to capture with the camera. Ah yes. Its the loveliest season. Now to finish School, and more days can be spent enjoying the beautiful weather.

I also have some very BIG news to share. Did you notice the word: BIG! Yes, that means its important. Only, its an exciting, happy important. Well... to me it is. And those that live in Indiana. Hehe.  Why there? W...E...L...L... You have all heard that Indiana is my Home town. My amazing State that I have even mentioned of which I'd love to move back someday? Well guess what? My dream is coming true even sooner than I expected. My family and I shall be moving back to that amazing State... this year. Surprising, huh? I have known this news from the early beginnings of this year, actually a month before. BUT. Much had to be thought through and accomplished before the news could actually spread. However everyone practically knows now. Because its a done for sure thing. We really are moving back to Indiana. THIS year. *happy*

See now why its going to be a very busy year? We have to pack, find a house... then move. All the way across the States. For a big Family like us, moving takes quite awhile. BUT. We have managed it so many times. And it can actually be fun. Only, once move to Indiana, I do hope I can live in the house and not have to move again... until marriage. ;) This move is going to be the best though. And I wont mind all the work it is going to take. Because it is sooo worth it. For soon we shall be in that lovely state, back with family members and friends. Yes, I'm a happy excited girl. Words can't describe how excited. Some things will be just like old times. We shall just be a drive away from all loved ones. Everything just seems so bright. *smile*

Now that I am back to blogging, and see how much I have missed it, and how much I enjoy it... I shall definitely try and make it over here more often. Only, now you know that if there are a couple months in this road ahead, that I am gone again. I just might be moving. Hopefully it'll be in this lovely springtime. We shall just have to see what God has planned. :) But for now, I am here and back again... definitely back into the groove of blogging. Now just to get the layout changed, that is my next mission.

But for now, Supper calls.  So until next time(which I shall try and make really soon): May your night be lovely. Many blessings, love and smiles coming your way.

"What", you might ask, "have I been doing this past month in a half.?"  I know I've been gone for a long time, but here is the answer: Family Vacation. :) For two whole weeks we went up to my Hometown in Indiana. You talk about FUN! This was the very best two weeks of my whole life. We never had so much fun in our lives. For 5 whole years we have been living here in the South... and it had been 3 1/2 years since we had been up to Indiana. I got to see friends and family that I hadn't seen in five years. You talk about amazing; It was!



We loaded up our van, and went to spend two whole weeks with all of our folks from Indiana. I love them, ya know that? Most all of my family lives up there, and I a LOT of friends too. =)  It was just like old times going back. We played Hide-and-go-seek at almost everyone's house.(And in the dark.) We laughed until our sides hurt. Stayed the night with... way too many people to count.(which I loved!!!) Got to go to the theaters with friends to see the movie "Courageous"(GO see that movie... it's a life changer, that is for sure.). Climbed hills. Watched movies. Ate until we were about to bust. Rode donkeys. Went to Church. Played basketball. Stayed up late, late nights... laughing, talking, playing games...and when we grew tired, just laughed over each other. =P Took pictures.  And... much, much more that would take forever to tell.

It was awesome going over our old grounds that we used to play in. Even got to go around, and sleep in the house we once lived it.  The whole trip rushed memory after memory into my head.  Everything looked so small... but I think that's because I have gotten bigger. ;)


I could tell you story after story of what we did while up in that wonderful state of Indiana. Two whole weeks is a long vacation... but then its a short one. Time flies faster then you can blink.  Sometimes I think it was all a dream. But it wasn't, and I will never forget those wonderful two weeks spent with the ones we love. <3

...Lets just say, it was the most amazing trip-- and I could sit here and talk about it all day long. But I won't. At least, we will save that for later. Now is the time to share a picture or two. :) (I took 645 pictures on the trip, and my blogger just can't hole that many... especially uploading as of right now. :P But I shall do some little by little. But your best bet is if your friends with me on Facebook, check them out there.)  Anyways, Enjoy, and have a splendid day... rejoicing in the goodness and love of our wonderful savior. <3 God bless!

We had the prettiest sites on the trip evvveeerrr. Hopefully more pictures coming next week. :)

Happy and blessed!

Don't you feel it?  Smell it? Even taste it? 

Pause. Wait, before I go any farther, maybe I better explain what this *IT* is, especially to all of you who may not know what I am talking about. Okay, to get down to the point, I am talking about:  

F.a.l.l. 

Who would have known? ;) The crisp-beautiful air, colorful leaves, and beautiful weather is making me so excited!!(among other things). Fall has always been one of my favorite seasons. Why? Because the top reason would be the weather. Oh boy, oh boy! You talk about 60 degree weather, where everything feels so grand... making you feel light as a bird.

Sometimes I'm close to saying that fall is my all time favorite season. But, it just hasn't reached that far yet.  Because once in awhile fall seems dreary, other times loving it, but wishing I didn't have to stay inside doing School work. Also, It makes me miss the sunshine. Birds singing. Cheerful bright skies. For instance, if you were to look out our window as of right now, you would see no sun. No blue sky. No flowers. And just a bunch of dead leaves. Sounds quite deathlike, doesn't it?

But, the weather report would argue, due to the fact its getting ready to rain. cough.





Okay, so those are the reasons that make me miss my beautiful Summer. BUT, if you crossed all of that out: I absolutely L.O.V.E fall! I love the beautiful leaves, piling them up into big heaps of piles, and jumping straight into the mound. I love the cool weather. It means winter is around the corner. Many events coming up. And it allows more outdoor activities. Etc.

So yeah, you might say there are two different sides of the story... at least, on my part.  There are always some ups and downs about each month. Winter can sometimes be too cold. Summer can be tremendously HOT! Spring, it rains way too much. Etc. BUT, the good thing is; I don't let any of those gloomy aspects of each season get me down-- or I should say: overrule the pleasurable things about each season.

I like every season. Each season is part of God's creation, and I could name at least *something* I like about each one. (Usually its more!) So pretty much, every season is my favorite. Each one has something to enjoy, and I LOVE IT!!


 
Tuesday was our first day of School. That word has never exactly been my favorite word to pronounce, and usually its forbidden, but these first two days have been pretty good. I have a ton of subjects this year, so you would probably think that I am sad about it. BUT, I am not. No way, not even an ounce.  It just means I get to learn that much more, leaves me with something to do, and my subjects just aren't all that bad this year. Also, must I mention I'd be considered in the 11th grade? So yep, you said it. ONE MORE YEAR! Er, sorta. One more year till I'm in 12th, and about to graduate. winks

Down below is the picture of my School books for this year. No foolin. 

As you guessed it, School has taken up more of my time. We moved. School is starting. There are many upcoming events. I'm quite happy!  SO much has been happening in my life of late. But you know, a lot of it has been all good. I'm so happy right now, and entirely blessed with God's goodness! We serve the most awesome father in all of the world. And you wanna know something? God doesn't just answer the small things in life. If you ask for something big, he may say wait awhile, but sooon, if its in God's will, he will answer it... and be totally amazed at the wonderful miracle he has just performed in your life.


I'm so glad to be blogging again, I've missed you guys! Leave me a comment, and let me know what has been going on with you! .... and have a simply marvelous day, rejoicing in the goodness of our Lord! <3

A place we call "HOME!"

Wow. Its been a whole month now since we have been living in our new home. And. we. are. loving. it. Time sure does pass, but every moment has been filled with fun, and exciting adventures right here in our beautiful town. We've got a park that has been visited twice. Mowing every week, in a yard that is around 3-4 acres. Snapping picture after picture. Shopping trips. And friendly folks.

Lets say being busy lies in my area. We finally have the whole house unpacked, and turned into a normal home. Mowing takes hours. House cleaning. Shopping. And a garage that needs cleaned out so we can have a yard-sale. Not to mention some baking goods, and sewing projects that need accomplished to sale during the yard-sale. Then before I know it, I'm gonna have to start on Christmas presents... But I'm not gonna think about that right now. No way. =P

But I'm loving it. You won't believe the awesome shots I've taken. When I say its beautiful here, that's no joke. My favorite things are being able to walk to the park. To the Dollar General. Watch and hear a train that comes riding by everyday. (And at night, being I sleep on the top bunk, you not only hear the train, but my bed starts shaking... and you *almost* feel as if your on the train itself. ;)

Life is just too good. And we serve the greatest and most wonderful God. I could talk about his creation, and our new home all day long. But I shan't do that. Instead God blessed us with something better. Not only do we have mouths to TELL. But we were blessed with EYES to see. And a camera to SHOW you! So you just hold on, and you shall enjoy everything I have... in a glimpse of a few minutes. *Smile*

The road leading into town. =)

Our Police Department. We also have a Fire/ambulance Dept. A couple different stores. (Haven't been to them, so I'm not sure. :P And a restraunt.

At the park. They have a walking area, basketball court, and some swings. I love going to walk, or enjoy a game of Basketball. I hadn't played in two years. First shot was a score, but-*cough*- I might add after that you could tell I hadn't played in so long. =P

I loved being up close. The railroad tracks are right beside the park, so one day while over there this beautiful-long train comes by, and lets just say I took more than enough pictures. ;)

I'm sure that will satisfy you all for now. That isn't even 1/4 of all the pictures that I have taken, but its about Supper time, and secondly, it would take all day to upload. :P More pictures will be coming as the weeks go on, but for now you get a glimpse of our house and homey town. Enjoy! And May God Bless you all! Till Next time... &lt;3

Our perfect country home!

SO much has been happening all at once. The second in line of all the happenings is... we have MOVED! Surprised? I was when I heard the news. We have moved so often, but I thought maybe we were settled for a little while. But that wasn't part of Gods plan. We were to move, and move in less than two months. THAT was without knowing where!

So thus began the big journey and adventure to pack, find a house, and MOVE before those two months were up. Could we do it?

Yes we did! God was so very good to us. He supplies all of our needs, in every way, on everyday. Never ever should we doubt him, or his works. Hes an amazing God!  The house he supplied us with is so beautiful! Its plenty of room, while at the same time so old timey. Its in a beautiful small town. But at the same time, when you turn to the back of our house, its so country! And hugish!

God knew what he was doing. Its the perfect place for a home. Everyday a train goes by, just a'blowing its whistle. Acrossed the street is the most beautiful horse. To the left of the street, we can walk to Dollar General. We've got our own post office, bank, police/fire/ambulance departments. And best of all: A Park!


The town is a perfect fit. And its a town where EVERYONE knows EVERYBODY! I'm in love with the whole place, and when you see pictures, or come to visit, you will know exactly what I mean!

Life is soo good, and God is so graciously miraculous! When we start doubting God, never fear! He is near, and ready to help us in all of our needs. But you want to know something? Not only will he provide, but he will supply us with MORE than we expected. Deserve. Or need. What a mighty God.

Now we are rejoicing in our new home. It was a tough move, and all of us were terribly worn out. (Especially being it done by ourselves. It was hot. And we had to load and unload two whole truck loads.) But it was fun, and definitely worth it. We survived, and am now settled into our beautiful place we can now call...

  

...HOME!

God Bless y'all! And have a beautiful Summer!

~(More pictures coming soon.)~                                

Peeking through a glimpse of my trial of a tragic day...

Just one of those days, in the merry month of June one in particular Friday morning stood out.  T'was just a normal day with normal activities: Rising early, I set out to get ready for the day. The sun was shining brighter than ever- and it seemed like a right good day to be alive... If only the throbbing of the headache would go away. For three days now, I was aching, hurting, and pounding something fierce. Medicine wouldn't lay up the pain-- and the headache just wanted to linger. But despite the hurt I put my foot down to get through the day.  Going off to another room I got the task of my little bit of Friday morning School done for the day.  It took a LOT of concentration to keep focused on the work- but I simply couldn't do it. No matter how hard I tried, not an itty bit of the work could I understand.  Completing as much as I could-  we all set out into the living room to listen to Dads radio show.  Sitting in the recliner, my eyes felt so dreary. Then next thing I knew the world started slipping away in a very black coma of sleep....

Feeling rattled in my sleep, blurry visions start appearing. Voices ringing in my head. Tears streaming down my face. My breathing scarce, but heavy.  The visions of faces begin to become a little more focused... My Mom was staring into my face yelling something of which I couldn't understand.  My face felt wet, and I could hardly breathe.  Being asked If I could talk, I figured out that I could not. Nothing wanted to come out. Upon the next question as if I could hear- THAT I figured I could do... But it was slight. Every minute I felt like I was slipping into the world of black, where nothing appears, no one is heard, and everything is unmemorable. And thus is where I slipped. 

Coming in and out- blurry visions, noises keep draining through me. Horns honking, Moms reassuring everything will be OK, Baby cries, and cars passing.  I could feel the shaking of my body, and the sound of my breathing.  Through my world I had no idea what was going on. What was happening? Am I dying? Will I ever know what happened? Will I see the rising of the next sun?

And thus my world was black again.
Next thing I know I feel on air, people all around are yelling. "We have a girl unconscious." "What have we got?" "15 year old girl unconscious"-- And I feel being lifted into air again-- still everything is blurry, me having a lot of trouble opening my eyes. Feeling as if I'm lying down in the air of clouds I'm not pulling through.  Next thing happens- I feel my arm go completely numb, I remember thinking: "I'm losing my arm!" It hurt, it felt lifeless. And was out of sight. A needle starts poking through my skin, my other arm is taking blood pressure, another needle pricking my finger. Blankets covering me so thick to stop the shivering of my body.  I felt so cold... But so hot. Getting my eyes completely open, questions come flying to me like rain. Unrecognizable faces start appearing in sight. And my mind is whirling with confusion.

Being asked with so many questions, my parents are in the background answering a few on their own. But then questions are coming to my face alone. I had to come through and answer them... Rising up as much energy as I could muster, I felt as if maybe, just maybe I could utter a few words... But none would come.  I simply couldn't talk.  Being asked if I was scared I shook my head "no!" Through all this, I realized I wasn't scared even the least bit.  Though I felt like I was slipping away, I didn't feel even the slightest afraid.  Next statement coming through a nurse at my left is telling me to calm my breathing down. More questions to the right. Turning my head in her direction, I'm being asked question after question. So I tried my best to answer with the nod or shake of the head.  After all those questions I'm being wheeled into the X-ray room. Lying in the bed on my way to the room- I passed so many people. I felt odd. I've seen movies after movies, read books after books... But never before did I think I would be reeled in a bed. In a hospital. Feeling awful. 

After tests, I'm reeled into my own hospital room.  After all those X-rays and questions, I'm finally pulled through.  Still in pain. But feeling a little bit color come to.  Everything was feeling a bit normal in my unormal circumstance.  And finally everything starts to settling down. Lying in the room waiting for the results- Dad and Mom are calling family, texting, facebooking- gathering prayers.   Everything still wasn't at peace like I would have liked though. Twice two different nurses at two different times had to come in and draw blood from both arms. You talk about hurt! For those two incidents I forgot I had a headache. A friend from Church stops in to check in on me, Conversations are going on. Nurses keep checking in. And I'm starting to feel really tired. But another nurse entering the room with an oxygen mask detains my sleep. Let's say the mask wasn't very comfortable- and I had to wear it for what seemed like hours.  

Finally, the Doc appears, papers in hands. Maybe. Just maybe we will get some news of what has happened to me.   Still having trouble comprehending everything as I should- I strained to hear what the Doc was saying.  I hyperventilated? From the prescription given; it is caused from anxiety and stress. 
But they had no solution for the headache, and everything given did not make sense. Whats really wrong with me? All my results came in fine- I even found out I don't have low blood sugar(at least at the time), my heart rate was GREAT, nothing terribly was wrong with the inside of my head. So what caused it?And why can't I talk? Doctors just didn't sound like those smart Docs I read about. 

But Doc said I was OK. 

After awhile I'm finally told that I can go home.  Trying to gather up strength, I need to get up and walk. I felt wobbly, and faint when my feet hit the ground.  But with some help I wobbled out of the hospital.  I had such kind nurses- on my way out I was greeted with a "Goodbye and Get well!" Then off we drove towards some food. I was famished. After all that blood my head told me I couldn't eat- but I hadn't ate all day. My stomach told me I was hungry and in need of food.  So we ate. And headed home...

That my friends is the version of my tale of the story.  It was the weirdest day of my life. (And to set the records straight: this all happened a couple weeks ago.) So what really happened was(of which I have heard more often than none): I had fallen asleep in the recliner, and my Parents were doing all in their power to wake me up.  But I wouldn't budge. Seeing something was terribly wrong- with deep but scarce breathing, tears streaming down my face, me not able to respond or talk- Dad picks me up and they rush me to the hospital.  After a whole ordeal, the results came back saying I hyperventilated.  All I can say is; look it up. ;) I never want to go through that again.  It was the oddest experience, and a very unormal day.  God was looking out for me, and through the whole time everything was okay because I was in his arms.  Through all of life God is with us, and we should never be afraid. Though I have no idea why I went through that, what caused it- Gods plans are perfect. And he definitely worked a miracle of keeping me safe. So "why?" isn't the issue. It's that I'm alive and well.  :)

I had to face more days of awful migraines, but everyday my strength started returning and I was finally- after a couple weeks- able to get out and walk,  read, and get back to my daily tasks. 

Now I can happily say I'm 100% better.  And definitely back to my normal, goofy, active, happy self.  Through it all I had so much support. Friends and family all over were praying so hard. Prayer requests from friends and families were being sent out. Everyone was so kind... And how happy I am to say that I have the VERY best friends in all the world- and I thank you all from the bottom of my heart for your prayers, concern, notes, emails- they meant so much to me. And I can say I'm overly blessed in life. <3

God is so good- and I feel great! Oh how wonderful it is to be alive in this wonderful world! *happy smile*

Its Another Birthday!

Yes, you heard me right; we have another birthday in the family! I told you the Spring and Summer was full of birthdays. Now do you believe me?  Anyways, today is Kirstie Anne Brown's birthday. Annnnddd, she is turning 14 years old.

*stops... backs up, and re-reads*

Yeah, I think I said that right. 14? Doesn't seem possible. I must have everything mixed up. *scratches head* Shes supposed to be turning 7. Yeah, that seems more like it... right?

*laughing* Time is going by way, way, way too fast! It really does just seem like yesterday when we were celebrating her 7th birthday, and to tell you the truth, it doesn't seem possible that she is already a teenager. BUT, she is, and 14 is her big number for today! Yay for her!

In celebration of her birthday she of course got out of School(lucky), and is off on a shopping trip with Mom.
But that is not all, for the fun has just begun! Tonight, when they are on their way back, I shall be starting a delicious supper of PANCAKES! Ye-hoo!! There isn't anything like breakfast pancakes... except supper pancakes. =D She shall enjoy it... I'm her favorite cook. *evil cough and chuckle*

Then of course gifts, cards, and cake shall enter into the midst. (And if you don't mind me saying, cake is my favorite part.*cough*) =P So its going to be a right fun-filled day for her, that is definite!

But, stop by each and everyone of you, to wish Kirstie a very Happy Birthday! I know she shall love all the comments- and I love reading them off. ;) There's nothing like many birthday wishes on such a grand day, from such grand people! So don't forget to stop by and make it a merely happy day for her!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, Kirstie! May you have a simply marvelous time. We are proud to have you as a Sister! Love you! <3