The Best Momma In the World...

I am so very blessed to have the greatest mom in the world. She has truly been an example and inspiration to me on how I should live my life. I only hope that I can be as great a mom and "Grandy" (someday) as she is. I am so thankful that God has given me a Christian mother...not only a Christian mother but also a Christian father. I had the privilege of growing up in a Christian home where right and wrong were taught. A home where we attended church every Sunday and Wednesday. This was the normal...and I am so glad we didn't know it any other way. I was not perfect, that is for sure, and I made my fair share of mistakes and of course have the things I wish I could go back and change (the if I only knew then what I know now things). It is because of my parents though that I was able to see the number one thing I needed in my life and that my kids need in their lives...GOD! Without God we are empty and unsatisfied. With God there is no void. I am not talking about knowing about God or who God is or some facts about the Bible or God. I am talking about a relationship with him. So many things offer happiness and fulfillment if only we use their product, read their books, or listen to their stories. These somehow always fall short. We spend so much time pampering and indulging our bodies and minds that we forget about our souls. God wants us to know Him. He doesn't want us to just know about him. God wants to be your friend! God wants to be there for you through everything that is happening in your life. He wants you to know He is with you. Our friends may fail us, but God never will. Just like Dylan's favorite group, Stellar Kart, sings "by your side, through the fight, you will never be alone, on your own, you've got me and Jesus".

Thank you momma and daddy for being loving, Christian parents and an example to me. Thank you for always being their for me whenever I need you. I love you both very much!